isabel murtough fga
independent auctioneer & valuer
jewellery | antiques | fine art | collectables
Isabel is a Fellow of the Gemmological Association of Great Britain and has worked in the antiques and auction world for over 20 years.
She has a wealth of knowledge in all aspects of valuing and cataloguing antiques and jewellery, and is an experienced auctioneer.
As a former Head of Fine Art at a well-known provincial auction house, Isabel now runs her own valuation practice and is a consultant with a number of regional auctioneers, undertaking valuations and regularly taking to the rostrum as a guest auctioneer in her home county of Derbyshire, The Midlands and beyond.
Our Services
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Valuations
We offer a wide range of valuation services from single items to complete collections and household contents.
Our services include management of your assets from valuation to sale with independent advice and excellent service.
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Consultancy
A qualified and knowledgeable freelance auctioneer and valuer, covering all areas of antiques, with a specialism in jewellery and gem stones.
A Fellow of the Gemmological Association of Great Britain.
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Probate
We offer comprehensive probate valuations across Derbyshire, The Midlands and the UK.
We provide valuations for standard household contents through to specialist collections of antiques and fine art.
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Auctioneer
A professional and experienced auctioneer available for antique auctions, on-site sales, special events, and charity auctions.
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Sell to us
We buy all types of gold, jewellery and silver.
With an honest and knowledgeable service you can be sure you're getting the best price for your items.
We take pride in offering a friendly and efficient service,
with customer care at the heart of what we do!
upcoming jewellery & Antiques
valuation mornings
Bring along your
Jewellery | GOld | Silver | Antiques
< Instant cash transfer for gold and other items purchased >
Items may be consigned for auction if more suitable
No appointment necessary
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Kava Coffee Oakwood
Monday 4th November
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Monday 2nd December.
11am - 1pm43 Smalley Drive, Oakwood
Derby, DE21 2SF -
PipTree Cafe Borrowash
Wednesday 6th November
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Wednesday 4th December
11am - 1pm
Collyer’s Nurseries, 260 Nottingham Road, Borrowash, DE72 3FR -
Bottle kiln west hallam
Monday 11th November
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Monday 9th December
11am - 1pm
203 High Lane West, West Hallam, Ilkeston, DE7 6HP -
Prestons Ashbourne
Wednesday 13th November
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Wednesday 11th December11am - 1pm
Derby Road, Ashbourne, DE6 1LQ -
Hackwood mickleover
Thursday 21st November
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Thursday 12th December
10am - 12pm
Radbourne Lane,
Derby, DE6 4LZ -
The Bookcafe Belper
Thursday 28th November
Thursday 19th December11am - 1pm
Chapel Street, Belper
Derbyshire, DE56 1AR
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Kind words from our clients
FAQs
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Yes! Just because your items aren’t deemed ‘antique’, it doesn’t mean they’re not sought after, or don’t hold value.
Did you know that the hottest market at the moment is mid-century modern?
We can give valuations on any items, no matter their age or genre.
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We have been in the business long enough to know that it is worth looking at everything people want to have valued. Sometimes it is the pieces destined for the skip or charity shop that are worth the most.
We are approachable, friendly and always happy to help, so please do get in touch.
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Sending your items to auction means putting them out there on the open market and letting bidders battle it out to achieve the highest price on the day. We can act on your behalf and arrange the sale through the appropriate auction house.
There may be times when auction might not be best suited to your situation.
We have long established relationships with a number of antique dealers and private clients. We may know someone who would love to buy your item and we can facilitate a sale for you.
If we were to buy your jewellery or silver, you can obtain instant funds straight into your bank account, without having to wait weeks for the proceeds from auction. There are no auction fees to pay and we will pay higher than the high street ‘scrap’ price.
As our reputation is our highest priority we won’t take advantage of your circumstances. We are reliable, honest and local professionals who aim to provide the best service.
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We are based in Derby but often travel further afield to Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Staffordshire, The Cotswolds and beyond.
We are happy to cover the length and breadth of the UK.