Mark Hill
OCTOBER 5, 2022
A framed etching of Mr Nathaniel Hillier, 9.5cm wide I’ve collected prints, from etchings to engravings and woodcuts to lithographs, since I was a schoolboy. The back was covered with aged and glue-stained pasted paper, with a roughly cut label reading ‘ Mr Nathaniel Hillier ‘ Who was he?
Invaluable
AUGUST 26, 2024
From the intricate designs and beautiful functionality of ancient astrolabes to the ornate craftsmanship of Renaissance telescopes, and the sleek modernism of personal cameras, the evolution of scientific instruments has provided a fascinating meeting point between aesthetic and functional precision through the ages.
Invaluable
APRIL 1, 2024
Today, coins from the Golden Age of Piracy remain treasured. To own a pirate coin is to own a piece of the past that carries the legacy of the Golden Age of Piracy; a legacy of murder, danger, and untold riches – in a variety of denominations – waiting to be discovered. The mystery continues.
Invaluable
OCTOBER 9, 2024
But, the beguiling legacy of hand-drawn and engraved antique maps with their blend of art and science still hold a fascination for many looking to step back to a time when geographical narratives of power and influence were still being shaped. As the Age of Exploration dawned so did demand for maps among intrepid explorers.
Invaluable
APRIL 22, 2024
Mizpah jewelry became popular beyond the Jewish community during this period – rings, lockets and brooches, often made from silver, were engraved with the word “ mizpah”, which means “ watchtower” in Hebrew (the meaning is “ may God watch over you”). Victorian jewelry was often sentimental in nature.
Artifactual History Appraisal
MAY 6, 2020
Silverplate is often thicker and heavier than sterling Age Style (for example, Nouveau is valuable, Rococo Revival less so) Famous makers (such as Tiffany) or retailed from a famous shop (for example Liberty or Cartier) Weight in troy ounces (this is different from regular ounces. Note the thickness of hollowware. Do you see kiln marks?
Invaluable
APRIL 17, 2024
Age, rarity and brand prestige all play a part in overall pocket watch value. Summary Pocket watches are having a style revival, creating an allure for collectors of all ages, who are keen to own a timepiece that’s impressive through design features and mechanics. 366-440) Realized Price : £250 (approx.
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