Unfortunately for the antiques pro, the sale would be his best profit of the day. His partner on the series, Roo Irvine parted with the lesser sum of £170 on five lots, but she too failed to ...

included antique birdcages and miniature furniture among the 20 lots up for grabs. They are due to go on sale between 10 and 11 September at Sworders' auction house in Stansted Mountfitchet ...