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African traditional beadwork

Antiques & Collectables
by  on September 18, 2019

While recently browsing through bidorbuy (one of my favourite pastimes), I came upon these lovelies in the Africana section of antiques and collectibles: They are, from left to right, a cascade necklace in Xhosa tradition; a Yoruba diviner’s belt; …

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Tips for collecting die cast cars

Antiques & Collectables
by  on December 6, 2017

Die cast cars were originally designed in the first half of the 20th century as children’s playthings. But the children grew up, and some of them decided to keep and collect those old toys... thus creating a collecting boom that’s still going …

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How to ship collectible stamps

General
by  on July 8, 2015

We must admit that the task of having to familiarise yourself with the right shipping process can be daunting when shipping stamps, especially  collectable ones, because they can be very valuable. Bearing in mind the value of your rare find, you are likely …

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Bottle openers and corkscrews for collectors

Antiques & Collectables
by  on June 19, 2015

Collecting bottle openers and corkscrews has a lot going for it. It is an engrossing hobby; the exhibits can fit into a shoebox; and it can be enjoyed on a shoe-string budget.   The truth is that most people start collecting openers because they …

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Are your treasures covered?

Antiques & Collectables, Coins, Gems, Militaria, Stamps
by  on July 31, 2014

So, you’ve decided to start collecting valuable items like antiques, gemstones, rare coins, stamps, war medals... You have done your maths. You know the price of the things you want and you are ready to pay for them. However… Have you stopped to …

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The whiz of the collectibles

Antiques & Collectables
by  on February 11, 2011

Seller: geewhizz Name: Pamela Quinton The pleasure of dealing in rare treasures and the financial reward make the bidorbuy online trading platform a perfect selling venue for Pamela Quinton I have had a fascination for old, rare and beautiful objects …

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