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ANTIQUES ROADSHOW: Chatsworth

Henry Sandon discovers an Egyptian head, one of the oldest items seen on the ROADSHOW.
Courtesy of Olwen Gillespie/© BBC 2011
Henry Sandon discovers an Egyptian head, one of the oldest items seen on the ROADSHOW.

Airs Monday, February 17, 2014 at 10:30 p.m. on KPBS TV

A national and international treasure, ANTIQUES ROADSHOW (UK Version) has been thrilling the public for more than 30 years, attracting large crowds intent on finding out what their possessions are worth. This time around, the team of specialists encounter objects from all over the world.

Hilary Kay inspects two pieces of Stuart embroidery.
Courtesy of Olwen Gillespie/© BBC 2011
Hilary Kay inspects two pieces of Stuart embroidery.
Clive Farahar values an album of Queen Alexandra’s press photos.
Courtesy of Olwen Gillespie/© BBC 2011
Clive Farahar values an album of Queen Alexandra’s press photos.

With its fascinating tales and air of anticipation as owners and viewers wait to hear whether a piece is about to be revealed as a priceless find, it's easy to see why the series was BBC One's highest rating factual series for 2010.

The program is hosted by Fiona Bruce, produced by Michele Burgess and the series editor is Simon Shaw.

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"Chatsworth" - Fiona Bruce and the team of experts head to Derbyshire where thousands await them at Chatsworth House for another busy day.

Amongst the pieces intriguing the experts are a rare boxing tile commemorating one of the biggest bare knuckle fights, a portrait painted by Stanley Spencer brought in by the model for the picture, while an Egyptian head found buried in a Derby garden surprises everyone.

Visit the program website to view photo galleries of antiques, and learn more about the appraisers.

A BBC production 2011

Antiques Roadshow's Highest Valuation Ever - BBC One