THE RANDOM 19 QUESTIONS
The Random 19 with antiques expert and television presenter Timothy Medhurst
Timothy Medhurst
When nine year old Tim Medhurst’s grandmother showed him a Victorian Crown coin she kept in a little music box, a lifelong passion was born. As well as being a familiar face (and the youngest-ever expert) on BBC One’s Antiques Road Trip, Tim runs Timothy Medhurst Coins and Antiquities, and also offers an Auctioneering Service for charity events, Fine Art, Antique, and General Auctions. He has worked for two leading auction houses, developing two successful coin departments from scratch.
What really excites Tim is the fascinating history and stories connected to the coins, antiquities and antiques he handles every day. “Coins are one of the closest objects linked to social history; something in all people’s pockets, in all periods of time. Imagine the stories they hold and the hands they have passed through. They are wonderful pieces of history in the palm of your hand.”
1. What’s your relationship with the Blackmore Vale (the loose North Dorset area, not us!)? I am lucky enough to live and work in this beautiful part of the country.
4. It’s Friday night - you have the house to yourself, and no work is allowed. What are you going to do?
2. What was the last song you sang out loud in your car? I have become a fan of Country music in the last few years - admittedly though it was probably a Taylor Swift song that got me singing.
(What happens if your work is also your hobby?)
3. What was the last movie you watched? Would you recommend it? I am more of a series watcher these days. The Last Kingdom on Netflix is quite something. I have always been fascinated with the Saxon Period, and this series brought it to life for me. I am sure it’s embellished but thoroughly exciting! Highly recommended. 16
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5. Who’s your celebrity crush? Marion Cotillard.
Marion Cotillard - the French actor is Tim Medhurst’s celebrity crush.
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