Graham Lay
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Graham Lay | |
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| Born | 1960 |
| Occupation | Military antiques expert |
| Television | Antiques Roadshow |
Graham Lay (born in 1960) is an antiques expert, specialising in arms and militaria, and military history, probably best known for his many appearances on BBC TVs Antiques Roadshow[1] television programme where he has been one of the team of experts since 1988. He is regularly seen wearing a 'Blue Peter' badge.
He has appeared as an expert on other BBC TV antiques programmes such as 20th Century Roadshow, Priceless Antiques Roadshow, Bargain Hunt, etc. In Series 1 Episode 6 of BBC TV 20th Century Roadshow recorded at Imperial War Museum Duxford, he valued a World War II Spitfire MkIX aircraft at between £1,000,000 and £1,500,000, the highest price for anything ever valued on the show.[citation needed]
He has contributed to several books such as Antiques Roadshow Collectables,[2] and writes auction reviews and articles for newspapers and periodicals, including writing for Black Powder, the magazine of the Muzzle Loaders Association of Great Britain.[3]
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Being made-up before a recording. -
At a typical Antiques Roadshow recording. -
Discussing the value of the famous MH434 Spitfire MkIX B with the owner and Alan Tichmarsh.
References
- ^ Graham Lay profile; BBC Antiques Roadshow
- ^ Antiques Roadshow Collectables (contributor), Dorling Kindersley 2008 ISBN 978-1-4053-3288-0
- ^ [1]