Anna Nicole Smith's possessions set for Las Vegas auction

Those looking to flog some antique paintings or jewellery might be interested to learn that possessions belonging to the late model Anna Nicole Smith will be sold this June in Las Vegas. The Planet Hollywood resort will be the setting for the auction,which will see a number of dresses, paintings and memorabilia.

Larry Birkhead, Smith's former boyfriend, is auctioning the items in order to help pay for the education of their young daughter Dannielynn. In addition, a variety of charities are set to benefit from proceeds of the sale. The news may motivate those with antique paintings to check outtheir options in terms of valuing their items.

Meanwhile, a recent piece by Judith Miller in the Daily Telegraph outlined the most popular places where people buy antiques. She cited specialist dealers' shops as a useful place where dealers share their knowledge about an item's worth, while general auction houses can also be ideal.