Other examples of Queen Victoria’s clothing have fetched thousands of pounds, with Hansons selling a pair of bloomers for £4,500 in 2008 and a similar lot achieving more than £12,000 in 2015 ...

Queen Victoria's bloomers, chemise and dainty slippers have ... Its decorative neckline has a fine lace edging, a broderie anglaise and lace insert and the garment's cap sleeves are edged in ...