However it was a tiny silver teapot which caught the attention of Duncan. At first glance the item looked like it could be a child's toy but in fact, it is actually worth over £12,000.

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CREVE COEUR — Leann Adams, 63, carried old coin books, a fist-sized bag of loose change, a ring missing the center stone and two silver serving dishes into an appraisal shop lined with customers ...