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# Collection of jewellery sells for more than £8,000 at auction in Lichfield
- URL: https://lichfieldlive.co.uk/collection-of-jewellery-sells-for-more-than-8000-at-auction-in-lichfield/
- Published: 2025-06-21T06:03:00.000Z
- Updated: 2025-06-19T13:46:47.000Z
- Description: Jewellery tucked away in a cupboard for nearly two decades has sold at auction in Lichfield for more than £8,000.
- Author: Lichfield Live
- Tags: #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-07-22 18:45, News

JEWELLERY tucked away in a cupboard for nearly two decades has sold at auction in Lichfield for more than £8,000.

The seller had initially been offered £1,000 for the items, but sought. a second opinion at a valuation event hosted by Richard Winterton Auctioneers at The Auction Cafe in the city centre.

Jewellery consultant Georgina Southam uncovered a time capsule of Victorian and Edwardian jewellery and pocket watches.

The items went to auction earlier this month where they fetched £8,255.

Popular lots included a mid-Victorian 18ct gold pocket watch dating back to 1869 that sold for £900, a late Victorian 15ct gold hinged bangle that fetched £660;and a diamond and pearl cat brooch with red gem cabochon eyes from around 1870 that went for £520.

Other highlights included an 18ct gold five stone diamond boat ring that was sold for £600 and a late 19th century longuard chain that went for £700.

The seller said:

> “Since inheriting the collection from my aunt 18 years ago, the jewellery and watches have been in a bag at the back of a cupboard.  
>  
> “I have had it in my house for many, many years and decided it was time to do something with it all.  
>  
> “After initially receiving a £1,000 offer elsewhere, I visited The Auction Cafe for a free valuation and was advised that the items would likely be worth far more than £1,000.  
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> “I’d never used an auctioneer before and I think it was the fact valuations were being offered in Lichfield city centre at the cafe which made the whole process so straightforward.  
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> “I was very pleased Richard Winterton Auctioneers could help and I am delighted with the sale.”

Auctioneer Richard Winterton said:

> “What a lovely collection this was – a real time capsule of Victorian treasures which delighted our valuers.  
>  
> “It’s a perfect example of a client having some real hidden treasure and the potential which can be achieved from auction.  
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> “You never truly know what your items may be worth until they go under the hammer. That’s why seeking a free valuation and advice from our professional valuers is always a good idea.  
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> “Even if the item turns out to be of little value, it’s always better to check first.”