An incredibly rare royal teapot is being placed on auction and is expected to sell for thousands of pounds. The 'Round Robin' teapot was commissioned in 1867 by the then Princess of Wales, Alexandra of Denmark, for her husband Edward, who ascended to the throne in 1901 following Queen Victoria's death.

This unique piece, featuring a chirping European Robin atop a natural domed base adorned with holly leaves and berries, was crafted by the renowned Staffordshire pottery company Minton. Based on a design by William Thomas Goode, the teapot stands approximately seven inches tall and comes complete with its lid.

Now, over 150 years since its creation, it's due to be auctioned at Auctioneum Ltd in Bath, and is open to any collector who may be interested. It is expected to fetch as much as £8,

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