Antiques Roadshow guest floored by tea set’s jaw-dropping value – but is soon left kicking himself

A GUEST on Antiques Roadshow was left floored after their Worcester Porcelain was devalued due to significant damage.

In a previously aired episode of the BBC show, Fiona Bruce and the team of experts welcomed guests to Tatton Park in Cheshire.

Henry Sandon was thrilled to evaluate two pieces of Worcester Porcelain - but a flaw with them items halted the valuation process.

The guest revealed the pieces weren’t hers but she’d been tasked with bringing them along to the roadshow. 

“One extremely like this one has been sold at auction for £38,000," Henry revealed.

However, the expert soon highlighted that the pot had a flaw, that affected its valuation.

“Now this has got this little chip so I’m going to have to reduce the value of this down," the expert said, while still noting that the the item was still of "exceptional" quality.

“I wish it was mine," the Antiques Roadshow guest remarked. 

“I know,” Henry replied, before questioning: "Should I let you know how much I think it’s worth?"

The guest urged: “Go on, go on,” as the expert shared how much the damaged piece could fetch at auction.

Henry revealed the owner could hope to sell the pottery for £20,000.

"That’s still a lot," the guest remarked referring to the £18,000 difference in value.

Interjection, Henry questioned: "It’s still a lot, isn’t it? But it’s a lovely pot - thank you very bringing it in."

Antiques Roadshow is available to watch on BBC iPlayer.