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colebrooksturrock.com | page 21Time for a clearout?Don’t miss out on potential treasureWhatever the reason for a house move – a new job, downsizing, upsizing – it’s a time when one’s possessions come up for review. What to do with all those precious things? If you feel that it’s time someone else loved some of your items, or you’re starting the difficult job of clearing a loved one’s house for sale, how can you be sure of their real value? At these moments, The Canterbury Auction Galleries can be a friend indeed. We are long established, achieving prices and attracting quality to rival the most famous of London auction houses – we often make the news with the items we sell and the prices we achieve. There are many ways to sell unwanted items of course, but really nothing comes close to the certainties that come with a long-established, reputable and trusted auction house like ours.Every item will be vetted by our team of specialists so you can be confident that nothing precious will slip through the net. And we reach a vast audience for your items: each of our six auctions a year, spanning 2-3 days, reaches a huge pool of potential buyers and interested collectors across the world. Around 6,000 people worldwide register for our sales.Our friendly team of specialists has an excellent track record in valuing and selling a full range of antiques and collectibles, from fine arts and furniture to dazzling jewellery and 20th Century design, and from militaria to Chinese art. Did you know that modern-day collectibles are rising in value rapidly, appealing to the next generation? For instance, collections of Barbie dolls and Pokemon cards have reached pleasantly surprising prices.Why not book to come along to a valuation session in our beautiful, historic building in Canterbury? Recognised by the Law Society, we also offer valuations at your home - our Probate visits are well-known to be sensitive and professional at what is usually an upsetting time. We are proud of our international reputation and expertise and our good name is everything to us - we’ll take excellent care of you and your treasured possessions.Find out more at: www.thecanterburyauctiongalleries.com Phone: 01227 763337 or email: general@tcag.co.uk.Treasures in YOUR attic?A few recent auction resultsSilver and gilt Henry VIII apostle spoon. Sold for £10,600 A Qing Dynasty Chinese cloisonne bowl. Sold for £4,800 Latias & Latios Pokemon card. Sold for £38014ct old-cut diamond ring. Sold for £10,800colebrooksturrock.com | page 21