Local antique expert Paul Martin, presenter of the BBC TV show Flog It!, returned to Melksham to host another free valuation day, following a successful visit in May.
Paul said, “It’s wonderful to be back here in Melksham; it’s my hometown in a way, because I only live down the road in Beanacre.”
He shared some of his most memorable finds for the day, ranging from jewellery to first-edition books.
He said, “I’ve seen a campaign chest and other medals from an officer who was in the Crimean War and received the Victoria Cross, so that was really nice – proper antiques! At the start of the day, I met somebody who is being kept on at Cooper Tires, who had quite a bit of period furniture and stuff in the archives. I’m going down there later to have a guided tour, which I’m very excited about to see if I can find some gems.”
Melksham residents, Dave and Sandy Roberts, had about 20 items valued to put money towards moving house. Dave said, “It’s certainly been worthwhile talking to Paul. We brought some gold and silver down, some of it’s been inherited.” Paul added, “I’ve had a great day, it’s been very busy. What a great place Melksham is – the people are lovely!”
