Plastic collectables Most collectors of vintage plastics really know their subject. Labelling any and every old plastic item as “Bakelite ” and hoping for the best is a certain recipe for grief, angry buyers...
THIS IS A GENERAL INFORMATION GUIDE ONLY AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED AS DEFACTO WHAT TO LOOK FOR AND WHAT TO AVOID NOTES ON BUYING ORIGINAL TELEPHONES DON'T RUSH IN TO BIDDING JUST BECAUSE IT LOOKS NICE, ASK...
Chandelier Glossary ~ You may find the following terms useful when deciding what type of chandelier you want. Arm ~ The light bearing part of a chandelier sometimes known as a branch. Bag ~ A bag of crystal...
Since there appears to be no guides to buyers of Art Deco lighting I am offering this in the hope it may be useful to those about to take their first step to owning an icon of this fascinating period. Firstly,...
Introduction There is a big difference in the selection of antique silver for use on your table compared to buying for building an enthusiast's collection. Silver for domestic dining first must fulfil its...
Motor Cycles 1950s 1960s Triumph Speed Twin The Triumph Speed Twin motorbike was probably the best known motor cycle of the immediate post-war period. Strikingly good looking and built to a high standard, it...
No, it's a serious question. Have you ever thought about how you would destroy a 10 ounce silver ingot? And why?No? Well, you may find it useful to start thinking about doing so.Please read on ....All silver...
Please be aware that the Pillar style candlesticks on sale now on ebay in Polka Dots,Black Toast and Hearts are NOT OLD designs.They have be newly released and can be purchased from the official Bridgewater...
Art Nouveau (French for "new art") is a style in art, architecture and design that peaked in popularity at the beginning of the 20th century.Other, more localized terms for the cluster of self-consciously...
THE FACTORY -WMF ( Wurttembergische Metallwaren Fabrik ) The firm WMF were producing metal ware in different styles: * Classical * Art Nouveau ( Jugendstil ) * Art Deco * Celtic / Viking revival * Bauhaus *...