Collectables

Looking for antique or vintage collectables? Whatever your specific taste, we have a vast selection of antique and vintage collectables to cover most, if not all, needs. If vintage toys and games are your thing, we have bears, dolls, games and toy cars to name but a few.
If your interests lies with Militaria, we have medals and badges to various pieces of trench art in varying forms.
We have stallholders specialising in vinyl records, Oriental art and ceramics, silverware, Limoges and other antique porcelain boxes, Royal Doulton figurines as well as a good selection of Clarice Cliff and stunning Meissen and Dresden pottery pieces. There is a small selection of collectable glassware like Lalique and Murano and there may be the odd Whitefriars piece lurking in store. There is always a good amount of metal ware available from stunning bronze ornaments to aesthetically pleasing and always useful brass and copperware for the home and garden.
Browse our collectables selection and you may find that missing piece to complete your collection or even to start a new one !

  • Sterling silver bowl by Albert Edward Jones. Beautiful bowl with exquisite design detail in a floral theme to the centre and a handle finished with rope twist edging. Incredible workmanship throughout. Full hallmark to the outer rim of bowl for Birmingham assay c1938 and lion passant and date stamp to the handle. Bowl measures 205mm in diameter and 45mm in depth. Height with handle fully extended is approximately 135mm.
  • Silver money clip with turquoise. Very chic and useful money clip in unmarked silver with 2 sleeping beauty turquoise stones. No markings but believed to be Southwestern Native American or Mexican.
  • Antique Chinese large agate totem. A large disc agate with white metal banding decorated on both sides with an ascending big cat, possibly an Asian golden cat, a symbol of good luck & prosperity with a butterfly to its left and right which are symbols of longevity. The disc itself is a totem to ward off evil as well as a good luck symbol for wealth and prosperity. Possibly given as a gift for new home or business and would have had a red silk ribbon to hang it. Weighs 82 grams.
  • Antique Chinese cloissoné dish. Small late 19th century cloisonné dish with a pretty multi coloured floral theme to the centre. Airforce blue and green to the base. A few small manufacturer dips in the enamel. Measures 80mm in diameter at top and 45mm at the base.
  • Art glass vase by Davidson. A green British glass vase in a bark like texture. Often mistaken for Whitefriars, this vase design from the Luna range, was made by Davidson in 1966 after they became Brama Teams Glassworks.
  • Travel holy communion set in sterling silver. A complete boxed travelling holy communion set in sterling silver. The set consists of a cup, paten and a glass bottle with stopper and silver screw on lid. The set was gifted as a presentation for Rev. J. W. Rees of St. Marys Church, Newport, Pembrokeshire on his leaving the curacy with this information engraved onto the back of the paten. The cup measures 103mm tall, 54mm in diameter at base and 49mm across the top. The bottle measures 90mm tall, 40mm in diameter at base and 27mm at top of lid. The paten is 88mm in diameter. Each piece is hallmarked for Birmingham assay c1899. There is a chip to the bottom of the glass bottle, some staining to inside and some wear to the outside of the case.
  • Crucifix pendant in 9 karat gold. Italian made 9 karat gold crucifix with full hallmark to the back of both the bail and the crucifix. Drop length from top of bail 55mm. Weight 5 grams.
  • The balloon man by Royal Doulton. Bone china figurine of the balloon man by Royal Doulton number H.N.1954. In good condition with no chips, cracks or crazing.
  • The old balloon seller by Royal Doulton. Bone china figurine of The Old Balloon Seller Number number H.N.1315 In excellent condition with no chips, cracks or crazing. A fine collectors piece.
  • Collectable vintage Steiff mohair bear in perfect condition c1990s.
  • Sterling silver figurine of a skier. A modern miniature silver figurine of a skier in action pose on a slalom skiing course weaving around a flag. Incredible detailing makes for a very realistic pose. 925 hallmark to one ski and made in Italy. Measures 52mm long, 26mm at widest and 42mm at tallest. Weight 15.5 grams.
  • Small cloisonné pot with lid. Sweet little mushroom shaped cloisonné pot in blue with exotic floral theme. Pot measures 26mm in diameter at base, 17mm at the opening and 57mm tall without lid. The lid overhangs and measures 30mm in diameter and 16mm tall.
  • Sterling silver figurine of a windsurfer. Modern miniature windsurfer figurine in a realistic windsurfing pose. 925 hallmark to the base of the sail pole and made in Italy. Measures 52mm long, approximately 22mm at widest and 62mm at tallest. Weight 22.5 grams.
  • Tall and slim studio glass vase. Tall, slender vase in a sommerso style of purple interior framed in a brilliant turquoise and finished with a clear glass base. The vase evokes an image of a large drop of water. Measures 60mm in diameter at base and 32mm across the top with opening at 13mm. Weight 1325 grams. Collect from store only.
  • Millefiori art glass c1950s. Striking peach coloured Murano style art glass resembling a poppy head with millefiori pieces scattered along the lower part. Original sticker attached which translated means 'Glass made according to the technique of the masters of Murano'. Stunning in bright light. Measures 140mm in diameter at base, 165mm at widest part and 55mm at mouth. For collection in store only.
  • Art Deco hat pin stand with hat pins. A wonderful collection of 10 assorted hat pins on a sterling silver stand. The stand is hallmarked for Birmingham assay and made by Marson & Jones c1920. It measures 92mm in diameter at base and 163mm tall at the ring handle. The 10 hat pins include several sterling silver including a Charles Horner. A rare opportunity to own a truly fabulous collection.
  • Set of 4 Art Deco menu holders. Wonderful set of 4 sterling silver game bird menu holders in original case. Each item is hallmarked to the base for Edinburgh assay and made by Brook & Son c1937. Some minor signs of wear to outside of box. The base of each measures 45mm by 30mm. Lovely gift item.
  • Victorian wax crest in fitted box. A lovely example of a Victorian wax crest made by Longman and Strongi'th'arm engravers to Her Majesty Waterloo Place London. The seal is unfortunately broken inside its fitted setting although this does not detract from its fine quality. The seal has letters M V J with flowers to the centre and Fidelitas (faithfulness) written below. The fitted box is made of finely turned lignum vitae wood.
  • Small vintage cloisonné box. Very sweet vintage cloisonné box most likely to have been used for storing matches and keeping them dry. Beautiful enamel work with a duplicate image of a male and female duck underneath a lotus blossom on both sides. In very good condition.
  • Porcelain coffee can and saucer by Paris. Late 19th century coffee can and saucer set decorated with poppies and thistles and finished with gold leaf accent. In very good condition with only minor gilt wear around the cup rim & a few dark dots in the bottom of the cup. Cup measures 42mm in diameter at base, 78mm across the top and 60mm tall. Saucer measures 80mm in diameter at base, 128mm across the top and 35mm deep.
  • A pair of highly decorative cloisonné vases. 2 small bulbous vases with a beautiful exotic and very colourful floral decoration in blues, red, greens and pink against a gilt base. Small mark to the rim of one vase otherwise in very good condition. Each measures 44mm in diameter at base, 50mm across the top, 89mm at bulbous central area and 130mm tall.
  • George Jensen tulip brooch. Sterling silver brooch by George Jensen in the form of stylised tulips. Mid century post 1945. Hallmarked Georg Jensen sterling Denmark 100 A to the back. Brooch measures 35mm by 30mm.
  • Small porcelain box by Paris. Lovely small forest green scallop shaped box by Paris porcelain. Hand-painted with colourful flowers framed within gold to the top with a single pink rose to inside of the box and lid. Finished in a brass edge with small scallop opener to the front. Signed to the base. Some minor signs of wear to the brass.
  • Pair of Art Nouveau sweetmeat dishes. Colourful pair of late Victorian Art Nouveau majolica sweetmeat dishes by Worcester. Each triple footed dish has 3 dolphins entwined to create the column which houses a scallop shaped shell like dish. The colour combination of turquoises and sea greens against pinks and yellow give these pieces are true under the sea look. Some chips to the paint and some scallop edges. Each dish measures approximately 105mm by 105mm at the base, 103mm tall and 143mm in diameter to the dish at top.
  • Coffee/tea service for 2 by Hammersley. White and gold set in Golden Glory pattern consisting of a coffee pot, jug, sugar bowl, 2 cups and 3 saucers (1 spare!) Very elegant set in white with gold roses and trim c1950s. All pieces are in excellent condition with a lovely ringing sound when pinged, no chips, cracks or crazing. Minor gilt wear around jug spout and rim of both tea cups. The pot measures 98mm in diameter at base, 210mm at longest across spout & handle, 145mm at widest and 220mm tall with lid. Sugar bowl measures 55mm in diameter at base, 95mm across top and 53mm tall. Jug measures 55mm in diameter at base, 112mm long at spout and handle, 85mm wide and 112mm at tallest (handle). Cups measure 43mm at base, 96mm across top, 108mm long to handle and 58mm high. Saucers measure 145mm in diameter and 18mm high.
  • Victorian jet miniature table. Antique carved Whitby jet miniature table inlaid with a fine ammonite specimen to the table top. Amazing carved detailing to the jet. The table appears to have had a few repairs during its long life and stands slightly on the skew - this does not detract from the fine quality of this piece. Table top measures 72mm by 62mm, the base measures 50mm by 45mm.
  • Miniature bronze of Venus de Milo. Wonderfully detailed miniature bronze of Venus de Milo showing the different textures to skin, hair, gown. Fine patina to the bronze which dates to c1890. Measures 25mm at longest and 20mm at widest.
  • Tea set consisting of 4 stackable pieces. Unusual stackable tea service in mixed metals of stainless steel, copper and brass. The interiors are stainless steel, with verdigris effect outer patina and finished in brass decorations of an underwater theme. The set consists of a tea pot, a cup, a jug and a bell which doubles as a lid for the tea pot. Tea pot measures 185mm long, 135mm wide and 75mm tall. Jug is 105mm long, 64mm wide and 35mm tall. Cup is 85mm long, 64mm wide and 32mm tall. Bell is 74mm in diameter at base and 70mm tall.
  • Ammonite inside a split rock. A lovely ammonite fossil embedded inside a small rock that has been split open. From the Eastern coast of England. Quite a heavy piece for its small size weighing in at 777gms.
  • Victorian cigarette holder in original case. Elegantly shaped cigarette holder with an exotic bird engraved on the cigarette end of holder. Gilt metal band to the end. Holder measures 102mm long. Case has some signs of wear.
  • Moorcroft table lighter in magnolia pattern. c1950s magnolia pattern table lighter with pink magnolias set against a dark blue background. Impressed Moorcroft stamp to the base. The lighter is in good working order. Measures 52mm at base and approximately 70mm at widest mid area.
  • Vintage egg shaped paperweight by Murano. A clear glass mid sized egg shaped paperweight with an inner 3 dimensional image which is only clearly visible in a certain light and angle. The inside form is of purple/brown stripes to one area which are connected to almost invisible golden strands. A truly wonderful piece of art by the great Murano glass master Archimede Seguso. Signed to the base. Heavy item - collect from store only. Base measures 30mm in diameter.
  • Double photo frame in sterling silver. A nice sized photo frame for 2 profile photos in a decorative sterling silver setting with blue velvet backing. There is an empty cartouche for personalisation if required. In good condition throughout. Made by Carr's of Sheffield c1992. Hallmark to the bottom right corner. Each photo area measures 55mm by 40mm.
  • Moorcroft dish in anemone pattern. Mid sized Moorcroft dish in dark blue with light purple/red anemone flowers. Signed to the back for Walter Moorcroft and dates to between 1947-1953. Impressed stamps to the base and painted initials. Measures 110mm at base and 220mm across the top.
  • A Moorcroft shallow bowl in clematis pattern. Mid sized shallow bowl in iconic Moorcroft green with a single large purple clematis flower covering the whole bowl centre. c1947-1953. Measures 190mm across the top, 100mm at the base and 35mm deep.
  • Large Moorcroft bowl in clematis pattern. A generously sized William Moorcroft bowl decorated in clematis pattern c1947-1953. Very slight mis-glazing in a couple of spots otherwise in excellent condition. Measures 250mm in diameter across top, 90mm at the base and 55mm tall.
  • Art Nouveau jug in sterling silver. A small silver jug in a wonderfully unmistakeable Art Nouveau design. Hallmarked for London assay c1913, the jug is made and registered to Reed & Sons of Newcastle upon Tyne. Weight 118gms.
  • 9 karat gold and amber cheroot holder. Small amber cheroot holder in original case with 9 karat rose gold bands. The 2 gold bands at outer extremes are fully hallmarked for Birmingham assay c1911. The second inner band is hallmarked for a later date and has probably been replaced. Comes complete with original fitted case. Cheroot holder measures 48mm long.
  • 3 antique Irish sterling silver teaspoons. 3 silver teaspoons monogrammed with the letter B (or an R at a stretch!) All 3 spoons are identically hallmarked for Dublin assay c1805-1806 with makers mark JD. Bowl measures 50mm long and 30mm at widest.
  • Amber cheroot holder with silver band. Antique cheroot holder with a sterling silver band to the cheroot end. Comes in original fitted case with red velvet lining. Fully hallmarked to the silver band for Birmingham assay c1902. Some wear to outer case. Cheroot holder measures 68mm long.
  • 925 Italian made silver miniature hoover. Very realistic looking sterling silver upright hoover. Lovely item for silver collectors and dolls house furnishers alike. Hallmarked to the base *628 AR 925. Weight 21gms.
  • Neodymium glass dove sculpture by Nason. A splendid sculpture of a lilac/blue Murano neodymium glass dove. Made by V. Nason and signed to the base. The colour changes from lilac to blue depending on the lighting. Quite a magical piece! No original box.
  • Antique silver Chester vesta case. A generous sized antique sterling silver vesta case. Full hallmark to inside lip of case for Chester assay c1902 and made by Charles Lyster & Son. Lion passant and date stamp on outside of lid. Good tight closure.
  • Vintage African bronze of a donkey. Well crafted small ornament of a small slim donkey carrying water bottles on either side of the saddle. Simple yet very realistic design.
  • Edwardian glass pot with embossed silver lid. Small rectangular cut glass pot with an embossed sterling silver lid. The embossed lid depicts a romantic scene of a pair of seated ladies being serenaded by a minstrel in a dreamy garden. Fully hallmarked to one side of lid for Birmingham assay and made by Henry Matthews c1906.
  • Pair of Art Deco small blue glass vases. Lovely pair of identical small light blue glass vases in a classic Art Deco shape. Thinner at the base with fan like shape to the top. Base measures 65mm by 58mm, top at widest measures 90mm, depth at 48mm. (515gms).
  • Vintage silver baby rattle and teething ring. A quality vintage piece with hallmarked sterling silver rattle attached to plastic teething ring with sterling silver buckle design link. Made by Webster. Hallmarked Sterling and maker initialled (WEB) to one side of rattle and to the pendant bail. Ring measures 44mm in diameter.
  • Small statue of Hermes in sterling silver. Very finely detailed small statue of Hermes in his most known pose. Top of his staff or caduceus (kērykeion) is unfortunately missing although this does not detract from the quality of the piece. Hallmark to the back is worn but dates for c1981. (Could also be used as a pipe tamper) Weight 40gms.
  • Pair of 1930s vaseline glass candlesticks. A fabulous pair of Art Deco candlesticks made of vaseline glass. The colour changes from pale blue to yellow with hints of pink depending on the angle & light. The sconce area or top of the candlestick has specks of white dots in the glass giving an effect of snowing. There is a very slight size difference therefore measurements are approximately given. Base 115mm in diameter, top 65mm in diameter with candle slot at 20mm and 180mm tall. (782gms)
  • Antique ( circa 1900 -1920 ) Black Forest carved wood Cat inkwell and pen tray with glass eyes. It still has its original internal glass bottle but internally there is some black ink staining to wood. The cat has had a professional repair to the right ear.

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