Rare Chinese jade dog bought for just £1 at car boot sale could sell for thousands

The rare Chinese jade dog at Hansons Auctioneers in Etwall, Derbyshire, which is more than 600 years old which could fetch up to £10,000 after it was bought for £1 at a car boot sale - (Phil Barnett)

An ancient Chinese jade dog, which was purchased for just £1 at a car boot sale, could fetch up to £10,000 at auction.

Crafted from mottled black and green stone, the 8.5cm long animal was carved resting in a recumbent position, featuring its head turned backwards and its tail and legs curled up.