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Ten Things You Didn't Know About David Dickinson

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1. He's married to the international cabaret star Lorne Lesley

They've been married for over thirty years. As a wedding gift Lorne gave David an antique, regency mourning ring.

2. He's had the same hair style since 1969

OK! So that probably doesn't surprise you. But did you know his Mother was a hard working hairdresser?

3. He wears a Jaeger Le Coultre perpetual calendar watch

Issue price £13,000. He bought it for £5,000 in a sale in the late 1970s. Recently valued at £15,000. Now that's what I call a bargain!

4. He's a friend of Peter Stringfellow

If they phone one another on 'bad hair days' you can bet Peter's bill is biggest!

5. He's part Armenian

Is that where he gets his exotic good looks?

6. He lives in an 'Old Barn'

Beautifully converted into a luxurious living space naturally! Nestling in a Cheshire hillside, has one and half acres of land and took eight months to convert into a home.

7. He's been dubbed the 'Real Life Lovejoy'

Lovejoy the lovable rogue antique dealer as personified by Ian McShane in the BBC TV series. In the early days TV producers even wanted David to dress the part and to wear jeans and leather! David comments "Just not me. I like proper clothes."

8. He has his suits made by a Manchester tailor

Isn't it admirable that he buys British and exudes such great taste and style. But he favours Italian ties and look out for the Gucci shoes!

9. Has a passion for fast cars

We've seen him drive a few different classic and sports cars in Bargain Hunt, including a bright yellow Morgan. He now owns a Chevrolet Corvette Stingray.
In the 1970s he used to drive an E type Jag.

10. John Latis, the Greek shipping millionaire, is a valued client

Mr Latis is a friend to Prince Charles and one of David's regular customers.
See page 79 of David's book The Antiques Buyer to learn about another Royal connection.

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