What are the opening hours?

Monday 9:30am - 4pm Tuesday 9:30am - 4pm Wednesday 9:30am - 4pm Thursday 9:30am - 4pm Friday 9:30am - 4pm

Whittons

Name: Whittons
Address: The Fine Art Auction Rooms, Dowell Street, Honiton, EX141LX, GB
Telephone: +441404517000

Leading Auctioneers of Fine Art, Antiques, Silver, Jewellery, Watches, Coins, Medals, China, Ceramics & Classic Cars and Specialist Valuers in Trust & Probate.

Whittons Auctions Ltd. are Leading Auctioneers & Valuers of the South West in Devon and Cornwall and Specialist Valuers for Trust & Probate. Experts in the sale of Fine Art, Antiques, Silver, Jewellery, Watches, Coins, Medals, Oriental China, Ceramics & Classic Cars, we have own purpose built auction house in the historic market town of Honiton, Devon.

05/04/2026

This charming egg shaped silver nutmeg grater, dating to the reign of George III, is a wonderful example of the small luxuries people once carried with them. Designed to hold a whole nutmeg inside, it would be opened at the centre to reveal a tiny grater — ready to add a fresh shaving of spice to food or drink, whether at home or in a tavern.

In the 18th century, nutmeg was a prized and fashionable ingredient, and carrying your own was something of a statement. These beautifully made “toys” were both practical and a subtle display of status.

The egg shape wasn’t just decorative — it fits neatly in the hand or pocket, and of course, makes it the perfect little talking point at this time of year.

This lovely example featured in one of our recent Fine Silver Auctions.

Happy Easter.

01/04/2026

A rather unusual item came through the saleroom this week…

An early 20th-century portrait photograph believed to depict a regional aviator, possibly linked to one of the lesser-documented airfields in the South West.

The sitter’s attire — leather flying helmet, goggles, and heavy shearling jacket — suggests a date circa 1915–1925.

Intriguingly, no firm identity has yet been established, though local connections are suspected…

Further research is underway.

26/03/2026

This rare naturalistic Victorian silver askos jug came up for sale in our recent Fine Silver Auction.

Made in London in 1839, the jug is inspired by ancient artifacts. The askos originates from classical Greek pottery, where these distinctive vessels (often with a single handle and off-centre spout) were used to pour oil or wine.

By the 19th century, silversmiths were reinterpreting these ancient shapes through Victorian eyes, blending classical influence with richly detailed, naturalistic decoration. This example, with its flowing form and beautifully modelled handle, reflects that revival of interest in antiquity so characteristic of the era.

17/03/2026

Happy St Patrick’s Day!

This beautiful pierced and decorated Georgian Dublin silver potato ring appeared in our recent Fine Silver Auction.

Potato rings, also known as dish rings, were used to raise hot serving dishes from the table surface, helping to protect it from heat damage. The pierced decoration also allowed air to circulate beneath the dish.

Dining in the 18th and early 19th centuries was as much about presentation as flavour, and pieces like this contributed to elegantly arranged tables.

A charming piece of historic tableware to mark the day.

Sláinte!

16/03/2026

Happy 50th Birthday to Mr Whitton!

From cataloguing and valuations to auction days and everything in between, Edward is at the heart of what we do here at Whittons. His knowledge, enthusiasm and sense of humour make every day in the saleroom a little more interesting!

We hope you have a wonderful day and wish you a fantastic year ahead.

Please join us in wishing Edward a very happy 50th!

15/03/2026

With Mother’s Day upon us, we’re highlighting this charming silver thimble from our recent Fine Silver Auction.

Decorated with a beautifully detailed enamel flower, pieces like this reflect the long tradition of sewing, craft and creativity passed down through generations.

Small treasures such as this often carry the warmest memories — reminders of time spent making, mending and creating.

Happy Mother’s Day to all those who inspire us.

12/03/2026

Roll out the barrel for the second day of our Two Day Fine Silver Auction!

Lots 351 onwards are offered for sale from 10.30am today in our saleroom and online. Please visit our website for registration and details on how to bid.

FEATURED – Lot 611
A large cast silver figural napkin ring depicting a man rolling a barrel.
London 1965, by F&H Ltd.
Approx. 101 grams.
Estimate £200 – £300.

11/03/2026

Day 1 of our Two Day Fine Silver Auction begins today.

Lots 1–350 will be offered from 10.30am this morning, featuring a wide range of fine silver pieces from across the centuries.

Whether you’re a collector, dealer, or simply love beautiful silver, there is plenty to discover in today’s sale.

The auction is taking place live today from 10.30am, and the full catalogue can be viewed via our website.

FEATURED - Lot 336 - A silver table bell. Bearing import marks. Sheffield 1911. Approx. 75 grams. Est. £200 - £300.

10/03/2026

Trot along to the second day of viewing of our Two Day Fine Silver Auction today! Viewing takes place between the hours of 9.30am and 4.00pm. The catalogue, together with details of how to bid online, can also be found on our website - links above.

FEATURED - Lot 497 - A large filled silver figure of a horse (tail missing). Sheffield 1900. Approx. 908 grams of gross weight. Est. £200 - £300.

09/03/2026

Our Two Day Fine Silver Auction is on view today at our Dowell Street, Honiton Showrooms. Join us up until 4pm this afternoon, or alternatively the catalogue and instructions on how to sign up to bid online can be found on our website.

FEATURED - Lot 19 - A silver figure of a bird pulling a chariot. Bearing English import marks. Approx. 47 grams. Est. £100 - £150.

07/03/2026

Bilston enamel is a charming and highly collectable form of English decorative art dating mainly from the mid to late 18th century.

Produced in the Staffordshire town of Bilston, these small objects were coated in vitreous enamel before being decorated with delicate painted or printed designs. Scenes of rural life, figures in conversation, landscapes and floral motifs were all popular subjects.

Many Bilston enamel pieces were created as patch boxes – small hinged boxes used to store the fashionable beauty patches worn during the 1700s. However, makers also produced s***f boxes, bonbonnières and other decorative containers, often finished in soft colours such as cream, turquoise or pink.

The example shown here forms Lot 307 in our upcoming auction, offering a lovely opportunity to see this decorative tradition up close.

27/02/2026

The catalogue for our next Two Day Fine Silver Auction is now live online and can be accessed via our website.

The auction takes place on Wednesday 11th and Thursday 12th March, commencing at 10.30am on each day.

FEATURED – Lot 633 – HESTER BATEMAN: A fine quality large oval silver desk s***f box, attractively engraved with a double crest surrounding a central banded agate of raised form. Crested to reverse. London 1795. Approx. 167 grams. Approx. 12 x 7 cm. Est. £1500 – £2000.

Address

The Fine Art Auction Rooms, Dowell Street
Honiton
EX141LX

Opening Hours

Monday	9:30am - 4pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 4pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 4pm
Thursday	9:30am - 4pm
Friday	9:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+441404517000

Website

http://www.whittonsauctions.co.uk/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Whittons posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Whittons:

Shortcuts

Address
Telephone
Opening Hours
Alerts
Contact The Business
Claim ownership or report listing

Want your business to be the top-listed Business in Honiton?