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As an antique appraiser with decades of experience under my belt, I must say that encountering such an authentic collection as this one is truly a rare find indeed! The guest’s father seems to have led a most intriguing life, serving in the Parachute Regiment and eventually earning his place in the elite Special Air Service (SAS).

As a seasoned connoisseur of timeless style, I can tell you a fascinating tale that recently unfolded before my eyes. One day, while appraising an assortment of family heirlooms, an Antiques Roadshow guest was left speechless upon learning the astounding worth of a Louis Vuitton trunk she’d casually stored in her parents’ attic for decades. The discovery served as a gentle reminder that sometimes, the most unassuming treasures can hold immense value when properly recognized and appreciated.

Sunday’s show saw members of the public bring their treasured items to Thirlestane Castle in Scotland, with one lady keen to learn more about the designer accessory.

Raj Bisram, an expert in his field, instantly identified the item the guest mentioned as a luxury brand, which he had noticed was often used by his father for standing on while working on the ceiling during decoration and painting.

Initially, everyone deemed it worthless. But when someone unlocked the chest and examined the label, they suddenly recognized it as something quite familiar.

Raj clarified that Louis Vuitton initially specialized in creating trunks, with their founding taking place in Paris back in 1884.

He revealed how the lock system that was invented at the time is still used by the company today and even outsmarted famed magician Harry Houdini. 

Raj elaborated that the trunk was among the company’s initial products since it didn’t feature the well-known Louis Vuitton logo, which was developed in 1896.

‘In this condition, a chest like this, is definitely worth somewhere between £1,500 and £2,000′. 

As I gazed upon the item with a mix of wonder and nostalgia, I found myself momentarily at a loss for words, my laughter bubbling forth inappropriately. “This piece,” I finally managed to say, my voice trembling slightly, “holds immense sentimental value. Regardless of its monetary worth, it means the world to me.

It comes after another show guest was lost for words when Expert Mark Smith met one man whose father was an SAS soldier as he showcased his paperwork, medals and badges – which are often ‘faked all across the world’.

The man showed a black and white photograph of his father, called David Cargill, before being sent to France with the BEF. 

Overwhelmed by the items spread on the table, Mark exclaimed, “This morning, you mentioned your father was a soldier. Then, as you began to gather these artifacts, I couldn’t contain my excitement because it turned out that this man served in the Special Air Service – simply amazing!

Here at our location, we possess a Territorial Medal. This individual embarked on a journey to France and his military service began with disembarking from a shore, specifically Dunkirk – this is indicated by his possession of the Dunkirk Medal too. So, one might wonder, what branch or unit did he ultimately enlist in?

The visitor stated: ‘After enlisting in the Parachute Regiment, he completed his training. Once he earned his paratrooper wings, he promptly offered himself for the Special Air Service (SAS) and was approved.’

Mark went on to say: “When you notice these emblems and SAS wings around here, often they’re not genuine. However, the Kings Crown Parachute Regiment badge you possess is an exception.

It’s rare to come across them nowadays, and when you do, it’s often a replica. However, here are two shoulder titles for the 1st SAS that I’ve only seen in pictures, not in person before, but here they are.

Mark found himself notably captivated by the beret owned by the guest’s father, for it bore authentic features such as the small emblem, which he mentioned is frequently counterfeited worldwide.

Here’s my take: As a devoted admirer, I can say that getting the chance to physically interact with something so rare, which is usually only seen in pictures or online, feels simply extraordinary!

The celebrity from the BBC estimated that each item was valued at approximately £200, making the medals themselves worth about £200. In total, he appraised the entire collection to be nearly £8,000.

The guest was stunned by the valuation and said to Mark: ‘My father would be very surprised.’

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2024-09-23 03:03