HMS Victory Fire Bucket Appears at Oxford Arms Charity Valuation

Highlights of our fascinating antiques valuation event on Friday June 20th included a leather fire bucket from HMS Victory, and a Victorian Scottish silver tea service.

The fire bucket, owned by a Kington couple, was valued at between £800 and £1,200 by Alexander Clement, Senior Auctioneer. It had been given to Ben Mallalieu’s grandmother as a thank you for her cleaning services on The Victory!

A fire bucket from Nelson’s ship, HMS Victory

The silver tea service, hallmarked Edinburgh 1887 and in its original wooden case, was valued at £700 to £900 by Maryanne Lineker-Mobberley, Silver & Jewellery Specialist.

The silver tea service, hallmarked Edinburgh 1887

Also brought to the event were three Martin Brothers miniature vases each valued at £200 to £300, and a collection of Victorian jewellery valued at around £2,000.

A fee of £2 was charged for each item valued and £100 raised by the event will go towards the restoration of The Oxford Arms. Even if your treasure isn’t worth a fortune, it’s so worth it to hear the experts telling its story - sometimes it’s more exciting than you ever imagined!

Huge thanks to Halls Fine Art for joining us.

People who were unable to attend the event, but wishing to have antiques, silver, jewellery, watches, paintings, ceramics, coins, books, militaria or collections valued, contact the Fine Art Team on 01743 450700 or visit https://fineart.hallsgb.com/ for more information.