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The team are at Aston Hall in Birmingham, where Fiona meets poet Benjamin Zephaniah and treasures include Asian ceremonial weapons and artwork inspired by the moon landings.
Antiques Roadshow is at Aston Hall in Birmingham, where Fiona meets celebrated poet Benjamin Zephaniah, who grew up nearby and has fond childhood memories of playing in the grounds.
Runjeet Singh, a specialist in Asian arms and armour, is thrilled to see some ornate and valuable ceremonial weapons from India, while Paul Atterbury is intrigued to see a rare example of the only artwork ever to be left on the moon.
Hilary Kay hears the story of the Austin J40 pedal car and its inventor, while Eric Knowles covets a stunning collection of Liberty clocks. The team also hear from a Beatles fan who managed to secure their autographs after joining a water pistol fight between the band and Gerry and the Pacemakers.
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Fiona Bruce meets Benjamin Zephaniah
Duration: 04:17
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Spectacular ceremonial weapons from India
Duration: 03:59
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The Man on the Moon artwork
Duration: 03:19
Credits
Role | Contributor |
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Presenter | Fiona Bruce |
Series Editor | Robert Murphy |
Executive Producer | Paolo Proto |
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