“Antiques Roadshow” is embracing the holiday spirit with a Christmas special, revisiting some of the most memorable items and stories from recent episodes. For fans of the show, it’s a chance to catch up with the fates of those intriguing treasures that once graced our screens. For the rest of us, it’s a pleasant enough way to spend a Sunday evening, absorbing a bit of history and festive cheer.
Fiona Bruce hosts from the picturesque Anglesey Abbey in Cambridgeshire, guiding viewers through a selection of revisited artifacts. Jewellery specialist Joanna Hardy examines a potentially valuable jewelled ballerina brooch, possibly from Van Cleef & Arpels, with an estimated worth of £50,000. Geoffrey Munn shares his story of becoming the custodian of a tiara he first encountered on the show three decades ago. And, in a poignant segment, the family of Albert Medal recipient Arturo Fanconi shares his wartime heroism.
The special also includes a look at how artists have depicted snow throughout history, a segment on charm bracelets, and food historian Ivan Day preparing a traditional twelfth cake. It’s a gentle, meandering journey through history and artistry, with a touch of holiday warmth thrown in. While not exactly high-stakes television, “Antiques Roadshow at Christmas” offers a comforting dose of nostalgia and a glimpse into the enduring appeal of history’s treasures.
“Antiques Roadshow at Christmas” airs Sunday, December 22nd at 7:30 PM on BBC One.
