The Travelling Auctioneers Season 3, Episode 20: Cashing in on Cold War Relics

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Collectibles, Diamonds and a Downsizing Dream

Izzie finds remarkable memorabilia and JJ restores a sideboard as they help a downsizing couple clear out 40 years of collectables following a life-altering diagnosis.

43 min

2

A Fortune Hanging on the Wall

Izzie and Robin help Nina sell her late mum’s antiques to fund essential house renovations. A painting by a renowned artist sparks intense interest on auction day.

43 min

3

Big Buddhas and Tiny Tea Pots

Chinese collectibles must be sold, but the pressure’s on auctioneer JB to raise as much money as possible for charity. Restorer Lauren finds that restoring a table is no easy task.

43 min

4

Can Granny’s Gold Buy the Bride’s Dress?

Izzie and Saf help a grieving family sell inherited items. Furniture steeped in wartime history and jewellery worth a small fortune will hopefully fund a dream wedding dress.

43 min

5

Miniature Medals and Big Dreams

Auctioneer Bee discovers a fascinating religious relic, and JJ transforms a kitchen into a workshop. Can they raise the funds to send a grieving woman on the holiday of a lifetime?

43 min

6

A Royal Find in the Bushes

Izzie and Robin rummage through a seaside home packed with collectibles and heirlooms. They stumble upon a valuable silver cup and a remarkable tree trunk with a royal connection.

43 min

7

Swiss-tory in the Making

Rhona and Nikki need to raise money to trace their family tree. Auctioneer JB offers support and advice, and restorer JJ Chalmers tackles a valuable bear.

43 min

8

Treasure in the Outside Loo

Izzie makes a valuable discovery in the outside loo, while JJ tries to turn a neglected nag into a thoroughbred rocker. Can enough money be made to fly a daughter home from Japan?

43 min

9

A Shedload of Forgotten Antiques

In Norfolk, auctioneer Bee and restorer Saf uncover a widower's antique collection. His garaged boxes overflow with silver, and a shed discovery reveals his late wife's good taste.

43 min

10

Tick Tock... Crack! A Fix Fails before Auction

Izzie and Robin visit an Aberdeen home in need of downsizing. Heirlooms are restored and treasures unearthed. The goal is to raise cash to support charities in Africa.

43 min

11

A Fab Four Find!

Auctioneer JB strikes it rich when he finds rare Beatles memorabilia, and restorer Lauren hits the jackpot when she restores a slot machine. Will the auction yield a big payday?

43 min

12

Can Heirlooms Fund a Honeymoon?

A rare illness leads a couple to re-evaluate life, sell items and dream of Venice. Izzie uncovers family silver and Robin restores a toy, but will the auction fund a honeymoon?

43 min

13

How Much Is That Puppy in the Shed?

Can a childhood toy and coin collection raise enough cash to fix a leaky roof? Izzie and JJ meet a couple who’ve worked hard all their lives and now want to enjoy their retirement.

43 min

14

Can Dad's Old Coins Fund My Wedding?

Can auctioneer JB and restorer Lauren make a woman's dream of a cruise ship wedding a reality? Selling her late parents’ collections stirs up emotions and a few surprises.

43 min

15

A Referee's Puzzling Collection

Rita and Gary’s dad has dementia, and they must clear his house and sell his collectibles to afford care home costs. Saf rescues worn chairs, while Izzie takes charge at auction.

43 min

16

A Veteran’s Gold Watch Sparks Frenzy at Auction

Izzie and Robin help a newly-wed couple part with inherited belongings. The jewellery will appeal to bidders, but the sale of a gold watch could give the couple the home they dream of.

43 min

17

A Card Dealer Is Dealt a Full House

JB and Lauren meet Tony, a casino croupier struggling to clear out his late parents’ collections and jewellery. Can they make enough cash to fund a much-needed holiday to Malta?

43 min

18

Luxury Watches and a Rare Teddy Get Rehomed

JB and JJ help a couple with a passion for collecting. JB falls in love with some valuable watches, and JJ resists temptation when he restores a drinks cabinet to its former glory.

44 min

19

Tomato Paste Restoration

Izzie and Saf help best friends fund a much-needed holiday. Tomato paste proves to be an unlikely saviour, and a box under the bed reveals valuable treasures worth selling.

43 min

20

Cashing in on Cold War Relics

Izzie and JJ visit Worcestershire to help two sisters clear out their late parents’ home. They uncover Cold War-era relics from Russia that will attract strong bids at auction.

43 min