7 episodes

Dealing antique jewellery isn’t what you think it is. At least not at Butter Lane Antiques.

Meet founder, Alex Alfieri, born into the trade and his right hand man, Monty Cutteridge. Two young guys from Manchester, dominating the antique jewellery scene with their defiant, unorthodox approach to the industry and a story that cannot go untold.

This is the other side of antiques. A story starting with an unusual and unexpected start-up that takes us through the highs and lows of trading antiques. From armed robberies to life saving surgery.

The tale of Butter Lane Antiques will take you to places you never expected.

Produced in collaboration with Astrid Media.

Dealing Butter Lane Antiques

    • Society & Culture
    • 5.0 • 10 Ratings

Dealing antique jewellery isn’t what you think it is. At least not at Butter Lane Antiques.

Meet founder, Alex Alfieri, born into the trade and his right hand man, Monty Cutteridge. Two young guys from Manchester, dominating the antique jewellery scene with their defiant, unorthodox approach to the industry and a story that cannot go untold.

This is the other side of antiques. A story starting with an unusual and unexpected start-up that takes us through the highs and lows of trading antiques. From armed robberies to life saving surgery.

The tale of Butter Lane Antiques will take you to places you never expected.

Produced in collaboration with Astrid Media.

    Genesis

    Genesis

    In the first episode, Alex and Monty tell the story of how Butter Lane Antiques began. From selling diamonds on eBay to building a successful antique jewellery brand, we find out how Alex started the business, how he met Monty and how they took their trade to Instagram.

    Check out the Butter Lane Antiques Instagram and all of the pieces for sale now, on their website.

    • 42 min
    Expensive Mistakes...

    Expensive Mistakes...

    Starting a business means taking risks but the question is, how many risks do you take before you endanger the entire company?

    Well, in Monty's opinion, Alex pushed it pretty close to the edge. In Alex's opinion, there was method behind the madness and there were no mistakes.

    In this episode you'll hear about the highs, the lows and the expensive mistakes of Butter Lane Antiques.

    Dealing within the exclusive and expensive industry of Antiques jewellery isn't all glamour....

    Follow Butter Lane Antiques on Instagram @_butterlaneantiques and Founder, Alex Alfieri @butterlanealex shop the pieces at www.butterlaneantiques.com.

    • 40 min
    Catastrophic Events Pt. 1

    Catastrophic Events Pt. 1

    For the first time, Alex publicly opens up about his time dicing with death in intensive care. Shortly after falling victim to armed robbers, he underwent life-saving open heart surgery.

    While Alex was in and out of comas and life was unexpectedly and seemingly slipping away from him, Monty was left at the helm, keeping everything afloat while wondering if his boss would even survive.

    Listen to both parts of this weeks podcast in order to hear the traumatic and wildly unexpected story of Butter Lane Antiques.

    Follow the boys on Instagram @_butterlaneantiques and shop the latest pieces on their website.

    • 30 min
    Catastrophic Events Pt. 2

    Catastrophic Events Pt. 2

    For the first time, Alex publicly opens up about his time dicing with death in intensive care. Shortly after falling victim to armed robbers, he underwent life-saving open heart surgery.

    While Alex was in and out of comas and life was unexpectedly and seemingly slipping away from him, Monty was left at the helm, keeping everything afloat while wondering if his boss would even survive.

    Listen to both parts of this weeks podcast in order to hear the traumatic and wildly unexpected story of Butter Lane Antiques.

    Follow the boys on Instagram @_butterlaneantiques and shop the latest pieces on their website.

    • 27 min
    Revelations

    Revelations

    ...In the penultimate episode of season one, Alex and Monty reflect on the revelations they've made over the last few years.

    The boys share stories from the early days of Butter Lane, discussing the most expensive pieces they've sold as well as the stress that comes alongside maintaining and upholding their strong sense of integrity. Not forgetting the dramatic final question....

    Make sure to follow Butter Lane Antiques on social @_butterlaneantiques and check out their pieces online here.

    • 33 min
    The Next Chapter

    The Next Chapter

    In the final episode of Season 1, Alex and Monty discuss the future holds for Butter Lane Antiques and Dealing. 

    From new pieces to the future of the podcast, there's plenty to look forward to. Not forgetting the final question... Monty doesn't hold back for arguably the biggest question of the season.

    • 27 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
10 Ratings

10 Ratings

trojanparriche ,

Authentic and Informative

Great podcast about building a business/brand, the world of antique selling and personal growth. So easy to listen to!!! Can’t wait for season 2

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