Cleaning Ancient Coins INTRODUCTION The first step in cleaning ancient coins is to acquire some. Ancient coins are those older than medieval times and some of the most plentiful are from the Byzantine Empire....
This Guide will help you make an informed decision before purchasing, or selling fine jewellery on eBay - it contains information on UK hallmarking law and useful tips to make your buying safe and enjoyable....
This guide is intended to give a brief outline of the history of the pocket watch, from its beginnings in the 16th century, up until the early part of the 20th century. It covers the technical development and...
Ever since the beginning of mankind and during the growth of several civilizations, there was a need to keep prisoners and to enslave people. This was necessary to have an inexpensive labor force to form...
With the plethora of "hunting horns" offered on Ebay, the uninitiated may wonder which ones are real and which are fake. I note there are a lot of traders on Ebay trying to pass reproductions off as real...
Okay girls and boys, everyone settle down, and let me read you a little story. Its a bit like Jack and the Beanstalk, but modernised a little- through the wonder of email, I shall let the various characters...
There are so many rock-bottom bargains on eBay, especially with jewellery items, that it's all too easy to lose sight of what you're actually bidding on and buying. There's fine jewellery and there's costume...
Confused or unsure about purchasing coins of this era on ebay ? I hope my guide will provide some answers to your questions. This guide is intended to be of help when considering which Saxon and/or Norman...
25 years of being a pawnbroker and second dealer have taught me a few thing about recognizing real gold. Even then I’ve made a few mistakes. Following are a few tips and tricks to recognizing counterfeit gold...
FURTHER SMITHS INFORMATION AND SALES A BRIEF GUIDE TO POST WAR SMITHS ENGLISH WATCHES COMPILED IN AN IDLE MOMENT.If you are buying Smiths watches, firstly decide whether you are a collector or dealer/investor,...