MANTLE CLOCKS 1920’s to 1970’s The common Mantle clocks sold in Australia from around the 1920’s to 1940’s usually were a rectangular shape with a square ot rectangular dial. In the 1940’S they gradually...
Well, again it is time to dispell the rumours of what is real and what is fake in the collecting game. Time and time again, militaria and coin sellers purporting to offer real (made when they were supposed to...
Beauty,Drama,Fantasy,intrigue,mystery,jealousy,greed -sounds like the good makings of a romance novel? No just some of the possibilities that await collectors of costume jewellery! Quote -Price Guide to...
Pewter has become quite popular in the world of costume jewellery , mainly because it is relatively inexpensive and quite soft and easy to work with.This gives rise to the question of how to care for it. I...
Here are more of our Jewellery Care Tips.Personal Care Products Through our daily grooming rituals, we are frequently exposed to various chemicals which may not harm us, but could be harmful to our jewelry:...
Costume Jewellery has many terms that confuse new and even some of the more experienced buyers. Rhodium, Silver, Gold Plating, 18ct Gold Plating, Cubic Zirconia.... The list goes on and on. This guide will...
I suggest you buy your gold jewellery from Australian based sellers. Jewellery sold within Australia from a repuatable dealer will have a hallmark. Ask the seller what the hallmark is. Avoil buying jewellery...
As with all jewellery, taking the right precautions will prolong the life of your jewellery significantly.Always protect your jewellery from sharp blows, scratching, chemicals, sunlight and heat/cold. Ideally,...
There usually comes a time when a man will want, or can be expected to, buy a gift of jewellery for a female. It might be that first sweetheart, your dear wife, a friend or collegue who has reached a milestone...