Incredible Log and Medal From Captain Scott's Antarctic Expedition | Antiques Roadshow

*All valuations were correct at the time of broadcast.* This man's father served with Captain Scott on the RRS Discovery's maiden voyage to Antarctica, leading to him being in possession of a highly collectible medal and logbook. Dating back to 1901, these pieces give a fantastic glimpse of the 'Heroic Age' of polar exploration. The experts from Antiques Roadshow take a look at some fantastic antiques and the history and stories surrounding them. This clip was filmed in Syon Park in 1999.

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[Pobsta-dehb]

Living where I grew up, anybody who used the word monetary was considered posh and probably could not care about money lol

Amazing items!

[david.fproffitt]

Nah keep it going. He's happy enough, I'd it was ever going to be sold it would of happened years earlier

[valiantredneck]

Why is this Man not using cotton gloves when handling this…?
Absolute madness.

[icetroll]

Wow, weird bumbling fools writings are worth something. I should get the pen out!!

[petejones]

I understand the sentimental value but blimey old man.. You are no spring chicken.. Sell them on and go have some fun.. World cruise maybe. Once you are no longer with us that's the first thing ur family will do