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Antique gift ideas for Father’s Day

Apr 25, 2022
Category: Antiques
It can be hard to buy a Father’s Day gift for the man who has everything so we have found some great items that will show him you care!

Antique mirrors – what to look for and how to choose one

Apr 11, 2022
Category: Antiques
How do I choose an old mirror? How can I tell if a mirror is antique? Read on to find out everything you need to know!

Peterborough Festival of Antiques

Apr 4, 2022
Category: Antiques
One of the largest antiques fairs in the country, the Peterborough Festival of Antiques is held twice a year in beautiful Cambridgeshire.

Antique oriental ceramics – what’s valuable and what’s not

Mar 28, 2022
Category: Antiques
How can you tell the difference between antique oriental ceramics? How do you know if they are valuable? We investigate the difference between Chinese and Japanese ceramics and explain the markings you should look out for.

Antique silver and antique silver plate – what’s the difference?

Mar 14, 2022
Category: Antiques
Collecting silver and silver plated items has always been popular, but what exactly is the difference between the two? And how are prices impacted? This guide will help novice collectors starting out on their silver journey.

Persian rugs Vs oriental rugs – what’s the difference?

Mar 1, 2022
Category: Antiques
In a world of mass-produced, machine-made carpets, an oriental or Persian rug will always win out. We look at the differences between the two most common types of rug and show you what you should look for before making an investment.

Top tips for decorating with antiques

Feb 21, 2022
Category: Antiques
How do you decorate with antiques? Can I use decorative antiques in my modern interior? Our top tips will show you how!

God Save the Queen – a celebration of Queen Elizabeth II as she celebrates her platinum jubilee

Jan 26, 2022
Category: Antiques
This year, we celebrate the Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II and here we take a look back at her extraordinary life and work.

Everything you need to know about collecting antique silver spoons

Dec 23, 2021
Category: Antiques
Are antique spoons valuable and how can you tell if a spoon is antique? Are some types of spoon more collectable than others? Our guide to antique spoons has the answer to these, and many more questions.

Antique dining tables: how to make them work in a modern setting

Dec 2, 2021
Category: Antiques
When creating the perfect setting for entertaining, you should aim for a sense of balance. Here, we show you how this can be achieved by combining antique pieces with contemporary pieces.

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