Some of the items were found hidden in plastic bags around the late owner's house.
Margaret "Peggy" Hood's family almost threw out the valuable jewellery when clearing her houseA set of sapphire jewellery, hidden away in its late owner's home, could earn a family thousands at auction.
Her diamond and sapphire ring with stones from Myanmar, is expected to sell for between £5,000 and £7,000.Richard Winterton AuctioneersA 4.16ct Burmese sapphire ring was discovered hanging in a bag in Ms Hood's porch and is now estimated at £5,000-£7,000An Alabaster and Wilson sapphire and diamond brooch found at the home sold at auction for £1,200
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