The collection of 300 lots was acquired by David Hayden-Wright over four decades.
A collection of Sheffield-produced antique knives is expected to raise about £200,000 at auction.
He was also able to acquire ledgers, pattern books and catalogues from many of the well-known Sheffield makers. A highlight is a late 19th Century gold and gilt-brass mounted miniature penknife, which was probably made for one of Queen Victoria's children by Joseph Rodgers & Sons of Sheffield. Additionally he spent four decades researching and collecting antique knives with a focus on those produced by the great Sheffield firms.
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