Collectibles & Hallmarks

The Banknotes of Moçambique - Scarce 1976 first-edition specialist catalogue covering the banknotes of Mozambique, including Banco Nacional Ultramarino, Banco da Beira, Companhia de Moçambique and municipal issues.

Boletim Trimestral Nº 87/88 - Scarce 1971 Banco Nacional Ultramarino quarterly bulletin featuring an extensive study of five centuries of monetary and financial history in São Tomé, illustrated with glossy colour plates…

Catalogue des billets de banque - Scarce 1974 specialist banknote catalogue by François Morin covering Congo, Katanga, Rwanda and Burundi. A desirable reference for collectors of African paper money and Central African…

Price Guide to Victorian Silver - A useful 1971 Antique Collectors’ Club reference to Victorian silver, extensively illustrated and covering everything from tableware and presentation pieces to boxes, decorative objects and Art…

Discovering Antiques - An extensively illustrated 224-page guide to antiques and collectables by renowned British antiques expert Eric Knowles. Covering furniture, clocks, ceramics, glass, silver, textiles, toys and numerous other collecting fields,…

Art Deco Bakelite Jewelry & Boxes - A richly illustrated Schiffer collector's reference exploring Art Deco Bakelite jewellery and decorative boxes through approximately 170 colour photographs. An excellent specialist guide to Bakelite…

A substantial and highly illustrated 2003 first-edition reference by Antigone Clarke and Joseph O’Kelly covering antique boxes, tea caddies, writing boxes, work boxes and related decorative arts from 1700–1880. An excellent out-of-print…

The Collector’s Book of Children’s Books - A richly illustrated 1971 first edition reference by noted bibliophile Eric Quayle, surveying the fascinating history and collecting of children's books from early printed works…

Collector’s Guide to Buying Antique Silver - An extensively illustrated 1998 collector’s reference by Rachael Feild covering antique silver identification, authenticity, dating, manufacturing techniques, reproductions and historical pricing. An excellent practical guide…

Antique Furniture - An illustrated 1997 Antique Collectors’ Club guide to antique furniture by John Andrews, covering major European, British and American styles, periods, designers and collecting terminology. An excellent introductory reference…

For anyone interested in identifying unfamiliar objects, researching the history of antiques or building a broader knowledge of the collecting world, Antiques Encyclopedia is a substantial and informative reference. This 2005 Reference…

For anyone planning an antiques-hunting trip, browsing European markets from home or simply interested in the world of collecting, Antiques Hunter's Guide to Europe provides an engaging mixture of travel information and…

For the second-hand book collector, antiques enthusiast or aspiring dealer, Miller's Antiques and Collectables Fact Bookis a handy reference to keep close at hand when visiting auctions, flea markets, antique shops and…

Official 1970  the Royal Mint history booklet covering the development of British coinage, minting techniques, and the coinage of Queen Elizabeth II. An excellent collectible reference for numismatists.

For collectors of design references and students of historical styles, Historic Ornament remains a useful and inspiring volume. Richard Glazier’s careful documentation preserves a remarkable archive of decorative traditions, making this book…

Pottery & Porcelain Tablewares - A classic illustrated reference featuring over 900 identification drawings and 48 colour photographs, making it an invaluable guide for collectors and enthusiasts of antique pottery and porcelain…

Marble in the World - The definitive illustrated reference on the global marble and ornamental stone industry, covering quarrying, processing, international trade, architecture, and the history of marble production.

The Art of Record Buying 1961 - A scarce 1961 guide to recommended microgroove recordings, offering a fascinating glimpse into the world of classical music collecting, gramophones, hi-fi sound, and record buying…

Late Georgian to Edwardian Furniture - Comprehensive illustrated reference guide to Late Georgian and Edwardian furniture featuring thousands of antiques, period styles, maker references, and market values, compiled by renowned antiques consultant…

Cape Country Furniture - A highly regarded South African reference work on Cape furniture traditions, craftsmanship, and regional decorative styles, richly illustrated and sought after by collectors, decorators, antique dealers, and Africana…