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...
English 18th and 19th century pocket watches can be classified into several basic types, and this short guide aims to guide you through the many types available and the various pitfalls and mistakes to avoid...
Forty Years of Doctor Who Collectables Doctor Who is part of Britain’s cultural heritage and has become a global phenomenon that has had children hiding behind the sofa for decades. Doctor Who and the TARDIS...
Hi there, Thanks for reading this guide. This is just a quickie rough guide to Vanguards with approximation on prices as a general guide. Vanguards original (Lledo type box) were very 'retro 40/50/60's...
Yugioh Cards come in various different levels of rarity Common cards - Just that - Plain cards - unadorned Rare = Silver Lettering, the rest of the card is normal as above. Super Rare = Holographic Picture -...
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,...
There is no recommended retail price for antiques - by definition they are used goods and subject to current market forces. However, here are a number of pointers that will help give you a guide to value....
What's an Opal? Have you ever wondered how an opal is formed? How old is it? What is it? Well, here are some answers to those common questions. Opal Creation Opal is formed from a solution of silicon dioxide...
Why do we love collecting coins? For some it's the finding the unrecorded variety , for others it's the history and for some it's the fascination. For me it's a bit of all that and more. I've been a collector...
Collectors are realising the value and intrinsic qualities of Victorian and Edwardian shooting accessories. In days gone by, breech loading cartridges were very expensive and mass manufacture unreliable so...