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Have you ever noticed a particularly decorative, floral vase, shaped in gentle curves and pretty shades? Or a vibrant and unusual lamp perhaps embellished with vines, birds or other natural imagery? It’s very possible that you were looking at an...
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Hidden in the darkest depths of some of the world’s deepest oceans, lies a treasure trove of natural curiosities. Manganese nodules, a type of fascinating rock formation, cover many thousands of square kilometres of the deep-sea floor. Don’t be deceived...
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It's one of the most iconic handbags of all time: the Lady Dior bag. But why is it such a good investment? Find out here.
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Do you still have your old vinyl records lying around stacked in the back of your closet or in your mum’s dusty basement? According to many vinyl fans, nothing beats the sound of old records. But in order to maintain...
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There is something special about Murano glass. But many attempts of imitation Murano glass have been made, so it’s important to make sure there actually is something special about your piece. Is your Murano glass vase authentic? Is your Murano...
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Whether you’re a comic collector or investor, keeping your comic books in perfect condition is a shared goal. This can be accomplished by storing and handling them correctly. But what is the correct way to handle comics? And how can...
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We see many autographed objects in our Sports Memorabilia auction every week. Shirts, shoes, boxing gloves and more. But how can an autograph affect the value of your sports memorabilia? Our in-house sports expert, Marc Jans, explains that this depends...
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Have you tasted a few of Bordeaux’s best wines and are now craving more.? Whether it is for the pleasure of having fine wines prepared for any occasion or for pure investment purposes, there is no better way to start...
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Rolex continues to move from strength to strength. Check out what our in-house watch experts say about how to invest in Rolex watches.
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What do you picture when you think about ‘luxury goods’? Classic cars? Watches? Jewellery? Luxury goods make us feel special, indulgent and excited, usually because they are rare, exclusive or particularly important. And certain luxury goods can hold their value,...
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Many collectors today are investing in gemstones instead of antiques or artworks. And they are a beautiful investment indeed. If you want to start buying gemstones as an investment or a collection, it's helpful to be able to identify the...
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Did you know that drinking certain red wines is actually good for you? According to the French Paradox theory, despite boasting some of the richest gastronomy in the world and drinking over 3 times the yearly amount of red wine...
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Looking to taste the finest and most fantastic wines this new year? 2018 is set to be an excellent year for wine lovers. The question is, what will be the best wines this year and which tipples should you try?...
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It may be obvious that the originals are always better than knock-offs, but have you ever questioned why some design furniture is so valuable? There are many factors that can determine the value of design furniture, but what should you...
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Do you hate it when your vinyl records start to sound old? The moment you begin to hear clicking and scratching sounds when playing the record, you know it's too late. Let’s be honest, the condition of old vinyl records...