What to do in Valle d’Aosta (Aosta)
Aosta is the northern city in Italy. Aosta has two official languages: Italian and French. Valle d'Aosta is also called Vallee d'Aoste. It is an autonomous region in Italy and also the…read more
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What to do in Worcester
Worcester is one of the underrated town in England! Did you know that Worcester is full of English history? Worcester holds a decisive part of the English Civil War at the Battle…read more
Celadon Double Fish Plate Ming Dynasty
From my personal collection is this very exquisite plate. Celadon Double Fish It is estimated to be from the Ming Dynasty or earlier. Celadon Double Fish Plate The plate is quite large,…read more
Large Chinese Blue and White Bowl/Plate
I have this large Chinese blue and white bowl or plate. It belongs to my Dad who bought it from someone he knew back then, like 20 years ago, in Palembang, Indonesia.…read more
Ravenna and Its Early Mosaics
Ravenna is a magnificent city in Italy, full of historical buildings and important work of arts (mosaics) in early Christian period. It's very easy to reach Ravenna. If you landed in Bologna…read more
The Stag at Chorleywood
We had the pleasure to have a festive lunch at the Stag in December 2020. This one, I believe was on the second week of December, before Tier 3 lockdown was in…read more
The Coach and Horses
What an absolute gem to find a great pub in Rickmansworth! The Coach and Horses Rickmansworth The pub is so cozy there is a beautiful fireplace inside. Fireplace and The Coach and…read more
Cart and Horses Pub, Commonwood
The best lamb chops are served in this pub! Perfect lamb, crunchy on the side, and smooth on the inside. Just as I like on medium grilled style! The best lamb chops…read more
Beautiful Pub in Kings Langley
We head up to a small village of Chipperfield in Kings Langley, Hertfordshire to have lunch at The Two Brewers pub. The Two Brewers pub The pub is huge, even after social…read more
The Cricketers at Sarratt
After antiquing in Sarratt Village Hall, we decided to have a lovely lunch at the pub next door. Queue outside The Cricketers The name of the pub is The Cricketers. The Cricketers…read more
Windsor and Eton
Windsor Castle What to do in Windsor for a day out? Well let me tell you to start your journey at Eton College. If you have a chance, please see this prestigious…read more
Exeter silver spoon year 1845
Silver spoon Exeter hallmark This is a lovely spoon with Exeter hallmark. I am so excited to find this spoon in an antique fair in Sarratt. It has a hallmark that I…read more
Silver Pouncer Pot or Sander
Silver pouncer pot Here is silver pouncer pot or sander. The pouncer pot function is to sprinkle powder which are useful for 1) making the paper smoother for ink writing and 2)…read more
The Cock Inn at Sarratt
Today we went to a lovely village pub called The Cock Inn. The Cock Inn at Sarratt The Cock Inn is located at the village of Sarratt in Rickmansworth. Real ales at…read more
Richborough Roman Fort
As our summer holiday is disturbed by the coronavirus, we plan to have a staycation instead to Deal. One of the reasons we choose Deal, is because the location is on a…read more
Staycation in Deal, Kent
We decided to have a short break to the Kent coast during this coronavirus pandemic. We choose to have a three-nights staycation in Deal, Kent. Deal, Kent Walking along the seaside Deal…read more
The Green Man in Denham
Last Saturday we went to a village pub in Denham. The name of the pub is The Green Man, in village road, Denham. Village road, Denham Denham is a charming small village…read more
The Old Orchard at Harefield
Just last weekend, we went to a wonderful pub called The Old Orchard in Harefield, Uxbridge. Wonderful view of the river As with the precaution of Covid-19, we booked the pub first…read more
What to do in Sagunto? A charming old city not far from Valencia
I know I wrote this when we are all in Coronavirus lockdown. But hey today is 23rd June 2020 and the lockdown in some parts of Europe are lifted! Time to prepare…read more
Holy Water Font Italian Pewter (Peltro)
Italian Holy Water Font These are two very lovely Italian holy water font. The material is pewter and they are from the late 18th century. Italian peltro (pewter) holy water font My…read more
Holy Bible year 1875
Here is a wonderful Victorian Holy Bible. Victorian Holy Bible It is from year 1875. It has written information that it had been presented as a gift from the Diocese of Ely.…read more
What to do in Bologna
Bologna is an underrated city in Italy! There are many things to see and to explore in Bologna. We were there for there nights this summer and these are our stories: Why…read more
Map of Bali circa 1619 by Le Maire
Beautiful and rare map of Bali circa year 1619. Map of Bali The map is probably by Jacob Le Maire, a Dutch mariner. Jacob Le Maire Map circa 1619 Together with Willem…read more
Changsha Jarlet Tang Dynasty
This is a very lovely Chinese jarlet from the period of the Tang Dynasty. Chinese jarlet This jarlet was made at circa AD 850-900 ; thus it is a very old one!…read more
Chinese Double Gourd Vase
This is a very charming Chinese double gourd vase circa 10th century. Chinese Double Gourd I believe it is found in a river near Palembang in South Sumatera, Indonesia. Or this object…read more
Calcutta Silver Milk Jug
This is an antique Indian silver circa 1900. India silver circa 1900 It is made in Calcutta, India. Calcutta silver It is from the British Raj colonial period. British Raj colonial silver…read more
Trip to India’s Golden Triangle
My husband and I had a fabulous holiday in April. We were in India! Here are some of our stories and photos to be shared with you. Please note that if you…read more
Da Paolo Italian Restaurant in London
My lovely husband took me to this lovely Italian restaurant in London. It is called Da Paolo. And the nearest tube station is Goodge Street. Da Paolo Ristorante Italiano Da Paolo in…read more
The Wrestlers in Highgate
There is a lovely pub that we visited for the first time in London. It is in a posh neighbourhood area in Highgate, North London. The Wrestlers What I really like the…read more
India Silver Teapot from Lucknow
This is an example of a stunning India silver teapot. It is from Lucknow, India. Lucknow silver teapot It is made during the British Raj period circa 1920. British Raj silver teapot…read more
The Prize 1908
This is an antique children book “The Prize”, first edition, year 1908. The Prize 1908 The cover is original and it still has the original gilded colour. The contents I believe are…read more
India Antique Textile from Rajasthan
Following my recent trip to India, I bought this small fabric when I was in Udaipur, Rajasthan. Antique textile from Rajasthan The seller said this embroidery was made around 120 years ago.…read more
Song Dynasty Ewer
This is a beautiful Song Dynasty ewer. It is currently on sale on ebay: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Rare-Chinese-Ewer-Song-Dynasty-Original-Antique-Pottery-/223420143126 Song dynasty ewer On the body of the ewer, there are perfect embossed lotus flowers. They are…read more
Antiques At Wendover
If you happen to be in Buckinghamshire for antiquing, please do stop over at Wendover. There is a fascinating antique centre called ‘Antiques at.. Wendover’ where you can have a wonder around…read more
What to do in Barcelona
Barcelona is our destination for winter holiday in 2018. We went there for three nights in December. It is quite pleasant to go to Barcelona in winter. The weather is cold, but…read more
Ramillete de Flores Divinas
This is an antique prayer book that I bought from a shop at the top floor of Encants Barcelona. Antique prayer book It has a beautiful mother of pearl cover. It is…read more
Nuevo Ramillete de Oro – Undecima Edicion
This is an antique devotional book that I bought at Encants Barcelona flea market. Antique devotional book that comes with original box What I love the most is the cover, which the…read more
Ristorante Anacapri, London
This lunch time, we went to Baket Street area and try the Italian restaurant: Anacapri Ristorante. Ristorante Anacapri It is my Christmas present for my husband. We decided to choose the ala…read more
Antique Fairs and Antique Shops in Barcelona
These are my experiences of antiquing in Barcelona. There are two antique fairs that I visited on our holiday just last week in Barcelona: The first antiques fair is: Encants Barcelona. Encants…read more
Small antique pendants / brooch
These are three recent acquisitions from the flea market in Barcelona (Spain). I got them from Fira de Nautumismo which was held every Sunday morning at Placa Reial in the Gothic quarter.…read more
Chinese Small Ewer (possibly) Song Dynasty
UPDATE: I have decided to put this fantastic ewer on sale on ebay, click here or open this link https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/223349339186 It is for sale at a reasonable price! It would be a great…read more
What to do in Venice
What to do in Venice for three days? Well this is the right article to read as we were exactly in Venice for only three days! So what have we done? Check…read more
Chinese Water Pipe from Bone
This is an antique water pipe that I acquire from an antique shop in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. It is made from bone. Not sure which bone that is. It has Chinese writings on…read more
The Archaeological Tour while in Yogyakarta
I would like to share our itinerary when we were in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, this summer. We stayed for four nights in Yogyakarta and the main highlight is to visit Candi Borobudur and…read more
Salieri Restaurant at the Strand London
This is the place for our anniversary lunch where the lunch is a present from my husband (Thanks Hubby!) It takes place at Salieri restaurant at the Strand in London. The restaurant…read more
La Ville de Palimbang dans l’Ile de Sumatra
This is my latest collection of antique map. The title of the map is La Ville de Palimbang dans l'Ile de Sumatra. It is made by the Dutch cartographer Pieter Vander Aa.…read more
What to See in Luxembourg
I am so excited to write about Luxembourg. This small European country is not as big as its neighbouring countries such as France or Germany, but Luxembourg surely has its own charm.…read more
Mainz and Trier
The trip to Mainz and Trier was our holiday trip to Germany in the end of November last year. The whole trip is for Mainz-Trier-Luxembourg. In this post I will write about…read more
London Map Fairs
Last Saturday was for the first time I attended the London Map Fairs. Located at the Royal Geographical Society in Kensington, this two days fair is arguably the largest antique map fair…read more
Vue et Description de Surate et de Batavia
This is an 18th century antique map by Henri Abraham Chatelain. The title of the map is Vue et Description de Surate et de Batavia. The map illustrates beautifully the town of Surat…read more
Antique Swagger Stick Royal Rifle Brigade
This is a piece of antique that I bought from The Hertfordshire Militaria and Medal Fair. See here for more information about the Fair. It is an antique swagger stick with silver…read more
The Hertfordshire Militaria & Medal Fair
This was my first time going to a Militaria fair. I was quite pleased. My husband was very pleased too. The fair is called The Hertfordshire Militaria & Medal Fair. And the location…read more
Greyhound Cafe at Fitzrovia London
My friends and I went to the Greyhound Cafe to have a lunch. The Cafe is modern and stylish and we were given a lovely seat at the corner over-looking the street.…read more
Housesteads, Chesters and Vindolanda Roman Fort
This Easter holiday, we decided to go to Hexham to visit Roman Fort of Housesteads, Chesters and Vindolanda. It is very easy to visit these Forts using bus AD122. We use Hexham as…read more
Victorian mourning brooch
This is my latest antique collection which I found when I was visiting Hexham. This is a small antique gold brooch. I found it when going antiquing at the Ashbourne House Antiques in…read more
What to do in Hexham, Northumberland?
This Easter weekend, we went to Hexham for a three nights holiday. It is approximately four hours from London. We took a train journey from London King's Cross to Newcastle using Virgin…read more
The One Tun Farringdon
Today at lunch time, I went for a lunch out with my colleague to The One Tun pub in Farringdon. The address is 125 Saffron Hill, London EC1N 8QS. I like the Thai…read more
Rasa Sayang Restaurant in London
Rasa Sayang is a Malaysian Restaurant in Chinatown, London. It is located at 5 Macclesfield St, London W1D 6AY. We went there last Saturday because I crave for Indonesian/similar food. Yes this is my…read more
Thai Rack at St Albans
This is our favourite restaurant in St Albans! If you happen to be in St Albans, this restaurant won't disappoint! The address of Thai Rack is 13 George St, St Albans AL3 4ER.…read more
Early Victorian Silver Pot Holder
This is a very beautiful early Victorian silver pot holder. This is my gift for my husband birthday. It is a very ornate pot holder. It has a full London silver hallmark…read more
Vintage Sapphire Yellow Gold Ring
This is a lovely vintage sapphire and diamonds yellow gold ring. There are 8 diamonds with single cut each. According to the seller the total diamond carat is 0.1. Diamond clarity is…read more
A Pair of Antique Cherubs Wood Carving
This is one of the most beautiful antiques I have collected. It is a pair of hand painted wood carved cherubs. I bought it from Antiquitäten Kottmeier, an antique shop in Trier-Germany.…read more
A Lucchesi Faro Madonna and Cherubs Holy Water Font
This is an impressive holy water font of Madonna and Cherubs. It is signed by 'A. Lucchesi Faro'. I bought it from an antique shop in Mainz, Germany. After doing some research,…read more
Vintage sapphire diamond white gold ring
This is a lovely vintage white gold sapphire and diamond ring. Lovely design ring with a total weight approximately 3 grams. It has a London hallmark year 1970. The set hallmark are:…read more
Antique silver powder compact
Hi guys, if you want to know what was the first antique item I collected? Here it is! Finally I post the item here. It is a silver powder compact which I…read more
Vulcain Remontoir Cylindre Ladies Pocket Watch
I have now the pleasure to introduce you to a lovely enamel pocket watch. The dial has 'Vulcain' brand on it. And the dial is lovely enamelled with breguet numerals. It has blue…read more
Antique Bell with Evangelist Names
Here it is an antique bell with Evangelist names. I bought it from Mainzer Antikladen, an antique shop in Mainz Germany. The seller told me that the bell is dated around 1930s.…read more
Donald et Hortense antique book
This is my first antique book and I am so excited. I got it from an antique bookshop in Mainz, Germany. Well, it is probably a vintage book rather than an antique…read more
Rome and the Glory of the Roman Empire
Rome and the Glory of the Roman Empire This is Rome and this is the centre of the Roman Empire. Walking around Rome is like walking in history, depending on when you…read more
Vintage Silver Chain Bracelet for Everyday Wear
I am thinking to wear a bracelet and the thought of silver bracelet just comes on my mind. I am thinking to wear it for everyday use including sleeping, washing, showering, etc.…read more
Nusa Dua Indonesian Restaurant in London
Hi Guys, this post is about an Indonesian restaurant in London that I recently visited. It is called Nusa Dua and is located at Shaftesbury Avenue in Chinatown/Leicester Square area. My husband…read more
Edwardian Gold Vesta Case
Superb early Edwardian 9ct gold vesta case! It has an embossed golfer in the front side. The size is a size of a small vesta. So it is not too big. Here…read more
What to do in Cairns?
Cairns is a lovely city in the north of Queensland. I would like to share to you my travel story in Cairns. This is a second part of my Australian story. Please…read more
What to do in Sydney?
This summer 2017, my husband and I went to Australia for holiday. Yes we are so happy that another continent is checked now ✓ and as my husband said, the only continent…read more
Bang Bang Oriental in Colindale
Here is the new Oriental food hall in Colindale. It is called Bang Bang Oriental. I went there last Saturday with my husband. I love it as I think I can get…read more
Early Australian Gold Pendant
When travelling to Australia this summer, I am very pleased to visit an antique shop in Queensland. I said to the shopkeeper that I wanted an early piece of antique jewellery, something…read more
Roman Towns of Nimes and Arles
There are two very pretty Roman towns in the south of France: Nimes and Arles. With Ryanair flies direct from London, Nimes Airport is very easy to reach. Nimes is a historic…read more
What to do in Ancona
Yuhuuu.. the post today is about our trip to Ancona in Spring. Yes, you can have a budget travel to this beautiful city in Le Marche region. There is a direct flight…read more
Beautiful Prague in Winter Time
I was travelling to Prague in February and I wanted to share my experience of this wonderful fairy tale city. We were staying at the Old Town area. It is very recommended…read more
Bernardi’s Italian Restaurant
Welcome to an elegant, modern, and stylish Italian restaurant in London! It's Bernardi's in Seymour Street, W1, London. My husband nicely treated me to this Italian restaurant for our anniversary <3<3<3 The…read more
Alghero in Winter
Yes this post is about my travel to Alghero in March! Exactly it was March last year! That is very true, who can resist the beauty of Alghero, a beautiful place in…read more
Vintage Cameo by Ward Brothers
This is a large vintage cameo circa 1960s. It is made by Ward Brothers. There is WB marker marks. The marks I think are read as "GOLD PLTD WB". The cameo is made from…read more
Bedfordshire’s Antiques & Collectors Fair
Last weekend I went to Bedford and visited the Bedfordshire's Antiques & Collectors Fair at the St Paul's Church. I would say that it is like an indoor flea market. There are many curiosity…read more
Is Peterborough A New Commuter Town?
I spent my weekend in Peterborough last week. It is to see the town and to go to Peterborough Festival of Antiques. I am wondering is Peterborough a new commuter town from…read more
Birmingham Silver Jug circa 1915
This is an antique silver jug circa 1915. I found it when I went to Peterborough Festival of Antiques last week. It was a huge antiques festival with large outdoor stalls and…read more
Edinburgh Silver Spoon circa 1808
This is a Georgian silver spoon circa 1808. I found it in one of the antique/vintage shops in Edinburgh. It has a Edinburgh silver hallmark for 1808. With Edinburgh Castle, a thistle,…read more
What to do in Edinburgh
Last month, my husband and I visited Edinburgh in Scotland. We travelled by Ryanair from London Stansted. It is quite cheap, only £65 return for the flight. We stayed there for four days and…read more
Authentic Italian Dinner in London
When you are in London and wanted to experience authentic Italian dishes for a reasonable price, why not head up to Euston to dine in Brizzi restaurant. Here is the address: 131 Drummond…read more
Union Glocke German Pocket Watch
A full hunter German pocket watch is here now! It is a Union Glocke Dürrstein Pocket Watch. This is a 14 carat case full hunter style. The diameter of the watch is…read more
What To Do in Bali for 2 Days
If you have two days to spare in Bali, here are the six things you can do: First: Visit Pura Tirta Empul Pura Tirta Empul was founded on the 10th century. It has…read more
Christmas Dinner at the Savoy Hotel
This is my very first visit to the Savoy Hotel. And this is for an Office Christmas Dinner. Lucky me that this is paid for by my employer. I use the main…read more
Life after Brexit?
Life after Brexit? From an Immigration Point of View As uncertain I am to the life after Brexit, I will try to think as many possibilities as possible to guess where the…read more
9ct Tissot Ladies Vintage Watch
This is my second collection of vintage wristwatch after Longines. This time is for a Tissot! Here is the length of the watch: The weight of the watch is about 21.50 grams…read more
Antique Persian Pencil Case
I have found this Antique Persian pencil case from Portobello Antiques Market. As soon as I saw it, I love it! I really like the intricate colourful painting on it. I thought…read more
Axis Restaurant at Hilton Islington
I would like to share my dining experience at Axis Restaurant at the Hilton in Islington. I have decided to take my husband for a festive dinner in December. After searching for…read more
Record Pocket Watch 9ct Dennison
This is a 9ct Record pocket watch circa 1920s. The movement is made in Switzerland by Record Watch Company. It has 15 jewels mechanism. The diameter of the watch is approximately 44mm. I…read more
Austrian Antique Spoon c.1807
When visiting Vienna antiques market, the Naschmarkt, I saw this beautiful old spoon circa 1807. It is quite a heavy spoon, which I am sure the weight is more than 50 grams.…read more
What To Do in Vienna
What to do in Vienna? If you have a weekend getaway to Vienna, here is the quick guide of What To Do in Vienna on a weekend. 1. Visit the Sisi Museum…read more
Vintage Longines 9ct Wristwatch
A very pretty vintage Longines ladies watch bracelet circa 1965. The watch is in good condition, but I think it may need service - or maybe I have to learn how to…read more
Swiss small ladies pocket watch
This is my very first pocket watch and I am so excited! I get it from the Vienna Antiques Fair at the Ringstrassen-Galerien. It is a small watch with a diameter less than…read more
Vienna Antique Market & Fair
This time I am very fortunate to visit Vienna, the capital city of Austria. I would like to share two antiquing experience in this beautiful city. 1. Vienna Antiques Market at the…read more
Stamford Raffles and his wayang collection
This post is about Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles, his antique shadow-puppet collection and his resting place. Stamford Raffles is a well known British statesman who governs Java in the 19th century. He is…read more
Georgian Garnet & Pearls Brooch
A very pretty Georgian brooch circa 1810-1830. This is my very first Georgian brooch and I am very excited! It is set with 10 garnets and 16 seed pearls. I think it has…read more
9ct Pendant/Brooch with Pearls
This is an antique 9ct gold pendant/brooch with pearls. The design is very exquisite - it is so pretty! I like that it comes with additional small chain. I also like the…read more
Czech Antique Silver Compact
These are beautiful duo antique silver compacts from Czech. The first one is the smaller one, with 835 hallmark. The look from the inside: The look at the back. They are stamped 835…read more
Antique 9ct Gold Cameo Lady with Flower
I really love the details of this cameo. The carving is so ornate and flawless. It depicts a lady with flower on her hair and her dress. It is a cameo on…read more
A Historic Pub in Oxford: The Eagle and Child
When in Oxford, why not visit 'The Eagle and Child' pub and discover its unique history with some of the greatest writers in English history. The pub is located very close to the…read more
Antiquing in Oxford
I just want to share two antiquing places that I have seen during my weekend in Oxford: Oxford Antiques on High 85 High St, Oxford OX1 4BG This is a lovely shop consists…read more
Edwardian Crescent Moon & Star Pin
From the Oxford Antiques Shop, this is an excellent quality of Edwardian 9ct pin with the shape of crescent moon and star.read more
Gold Seal Red Intaglio
I could not stop to like gold seal intaglio. Intaglio I think is an engraved gem. I like it because it is incredibly beautiful. The hand crafting usually is just so pretty and…read more
Hand Painted Filigree Brooch
I love this beautiful ornate brooch. It is hand painted and you can see the signature of the painter. I think it is an Italian brooch. I bought this lovely brooch at the Adams…read more
From Bergamo to Milan: Weekend Getaway
Bergamo and Milan - Experience the Finest Lombardy Surely a weekend getaway is too short to experience Lombardy, but with limited annual leave and bank holiday per year, a weekend break to Italy's finest…read more
Guardian Lion/Foo Dog Brass
I was at the Admiral Vernon antiques market in Portobello. One of the stalls downstairs sells Asian/South East Asian antiques. I bought this unique piece of foo dog/guardian lion brass. At first…read more
Antiquing Alla Chelsea
Antique shops in Chelsea This time I accompany my hubby to buy an antique match-box at a premium location in London: Chelsea! There is an arcade consists of about 25 antique shops, it…read more
Masonic Gold Seal Intaglio Blue
This is the piece that I bought at the Milan Naviglio Grande antique market. It is a gold pendant with masonic seal. It is meticulously finished by hand. The colour of the…read more
Milan Antiques Market The Naviglio Grande
Antiquing in Milan When in Milan, do not miss the once-a-month antiques market at the panoramic Naviglio Grande. The name of the market is simply Naviglio Grande antiques market as it is…read more
What to do in Jakarta for two days
Top Tips of What To Do in Jakarta If you happen to travel to Indonesia from Europe, Jakarta is usually the first airport to touch down. Although your destination may not be…read more
French Limoges Brooch in Silver
A beautiful brooch in a French and English combination. It has a French Limoges hand painted porcelain in an English sterling silver exterior. It is hallmarked Birmingham 1975.read more
Teapot Gold Pendant
This is a Victorian teapot gold pendant which is very cute and ornate. I think it also has a function as a seal. This is from the Bushey Yew Tree Antiques Fair.read more
Italian lunch at Amarcord London
Fancy an Italian food near the British Museum? Amarcord Italian Restaurant Museum St London WC1A 1LU I was at the British Museum two weeks ago attending an exhibition about Sicily with my…read more
Rembrandt Hotel Antiques Fair
Sunday Antiquing at the Rembrandt Hotel Ian Russell Antiques Rembrandt Hotel Antiques Fair 11 Thurloe Place London SW7 2RS A great time to spend your Sunday at the Rembrandt Hotel! The hotel itself…read more
Royal Horticultural Antiques Fair
Yes the monthly antiques fair is here in London! Adams Antiques Fair Royal Horticultural Hall London SW1P 2QW Last Sunday I was at the Royal Horticultural Hall browsing the antiques fair there. Royal Horticultural Hall is…read more
A Sunday Lunch on Windsor Castle Pub
What to eat on Sunday in Victoria? The Windsor Castle Pub 23 Francis Street, Victoria London SW1P 1DN Fancy a pint with a good food in an antique-setting pub? Visit The Windsor Castle Pub…read more
Kensington Creperie on a Sunny Day
Kensington Creperie 2-6 Exhibition Road, South Kensington, London SW7 2HF Kensington Creperie is a great place to enjoy dessert: ice cream, crepes, or waffles. I was there last Sunday and I was…read more
Gaucho at Piccadilly London
Gaucho 25 Swallow Street London W1B 4QR Indulge Yourself at One of the Best Steak Houses in London Gaucho at Piccadilly London is one of the best places for steak lovers.…read more
What if the UK mirroring the Australia Point Based System?
Brexit: What if the UK mirroring the Australia Point Based System? Discretion: This is an opinion article and should not be used as an immigration advice or immigration guide. ****Update: As Theresa…read more
Criterion Auction House in Islington
Viewing an Auction House in Islington When I was antiquing in Islington, to be precised at the Camden Passage, I have noticed that there is an auction house in the area. Not…read more
French Chocolate Paper Box
Here is a delicate French chocolate paper box. Look at the gorgeous scene printed/painted on the box. It is, I think, a baptism scene of a famous baby (with famous mother). There is a word…read more
Camden Passage Antiques Market
Antiquing in Islington Here it is another antiques market in London which is worth to visit: Camden Passage. Just a two minutes stroll from Angel (northern line) tube station, you will find…read more
Arezzo: the Italian City of Antiques
Two days full of antiquing in Arezzo Well, I suggest all antique lovers to visit Arezzo, a city in Tuscany Italy, where there are plenty of well established antique shops and not…read more
Dog Embossed Silver Cigarette Case
This is my first ever cigarette case collection! It is stunningly beautiful with dog embossed on it. It has a hallmark of Birmingham circa 1921 with W.N Ltd marker mark. I bought…read more
Heart Gold Locket Pendant
This is a lovely 9ct gold of heart locket pendant. It has a bird decoration and its grid lines are very pretty. It says '9CT BK & FT'. I bought it from a…read more
Pisa and Pisa Antique Shops
Travelling in Pisa and Seeing the Pisa Antique Shops And so yes I am taking my annual leave to travel to Pisa, Italy. It was on early June 2016 and I stayed…read more
Antique Silver Holy Water Font
One of the loveliest pieces I bought from the Arezzo Antiques Fair. This is an antique silver Holy water font with Santa Theresa picture. Is the picture hand painted? I am not…read more
Italian Firenze Silver Sugar Cup
This is one of the two pieces that I bought from Arezzo Antiques Market. This Italian cup is made in Florence/Firenze. It bears the 800 hallmark for Italian argento with 376 FI…read more
Arezzo Antiques Fair: A Review
Arezzo Antiques Fair Piazza Grande, Arezzo, Italy I was in Arezzo Antiques Fair on the 4th and 5th June 2016. The fair is one of the biggest in Italy and is…read more
Small Dressing Pot / Jar
This is a cute silver dressing pot or dressing jar. It has a Birmingham assay office hallmark with E.S.B marker (stands for Edward Souter Barnsley).read more
Candy bowl Mappin & Webb
A stunning silver candy bowl made circa 1919 by a large manufacturer Mappin & Webb. It has a Birmingham assay office hallmark with MN & WB markers. I bought this…read more
Compact and Lipstick Garrard & Co
This set is a true beauty! A silver enamel compact with flowery design made by Garrard & Co in Regent Street London. The hallmark is visible in the inside case. …read more
Northcote Road Antiques Market
Northcote Road Antiques Market 155a Northcote Road, London, SW11 6QB On my bank holiday weekend, I have decided to visit Northcote Road antiques market in Clapham. It is approximately 10 minutes…read more
Italian cutlery set
A set of Italian silver cutlery consists of one spoon, fork and knife. It comes with a red box which read 'A. Sguilla Argenteria Gioielleria Perugia'. I hope the…read more
9ct heart locket
A lovely 9ct gold heart locket with a chain. It says '9CT B&F' at the reverse side of the locket. I bought it from one of my favourite stalls…read more
Portugese Pill Box
This is a Portugese silver (plated?) pill box with rooster enamel. It has a pretty design of two hearts and a coat of arm (?) on top, and flowery design…read more
Italian Silver sugar cup
This is a unique Italian sugar bowl with hallmark: 800 and PA on its bottom. It is made in Palermo, Italy. I cannot see clearly the marker number, but…read more
Marston and Bayliss silver vase
A stunning silver posy vase c.1901 made by Marston and Bayliss. It is beautifully crafted. I bought this from Croxley Antiques.read more
Bushey Antiques & Collector’s Fair
Bushey is apparently a nice place for antiquing! There are two antique fairs in Bushey that are of my interest: Bushey Golf & Country Club Antiques Fair The Bushey Antiques and…read more
Cafe Diana
After a long walk of antiquing at Portobello Market, you may want to find yourself a nice cafe to sit and relax. Cafe Diana is located not far from the Notting Hill…read more
Croxley Antiques
This weekend, I visit Croxley Antique shop in Croxley (nearest tube station: Croxley on the Metropolitan line). It is a well presented shop with wide range selection of antiques. The price is…read more
Portobello Antiques Market
Portobello Antiques Market is my regular visit of antiquing. What I like is that it has a variety of galleries and arcades for me to explore. My favourite one is Rogers Antique…read more
Silver vesta case c.1904
A pretty Edwardian silver vesta case circa 1904. I bought this vesta at one of my favourite stalls at the Rogers Antique Gallery. It has Birmingham silver hallmark with A.C. marker's mark.read more
Birmingham silver fork
A Victorian silver fork circa 1895 with marker's mark H.M. The Birmingham assay office hallmark is present. It has a very cute kind-of-fish design on the handle.read more
London silver tea strainer
A very pretty London silver tea strainer c.1892 with marker mark: G.A. It has a sad-looking nomad (or apostle?) figure on the handle side. It is beautifully gilded on the scoop-side.…read more
London silver glass pot
A very cute Victorian silver glass pot circa 1896 made in London by C.D. It is engraved with initials. The London town assay office hallmark is present. The top is gilded inside, very…read more
London silver dish c.1891
Beautiful (scallop or leaf shaped?) silver dish, hallmarked London c.1891, made by E.F and H.T. This is sold at one of my favourite stalls (own by a nice lady) at the Rogers…read more
9ct Pendant
Lovely gold pendant with picture of two persons (I hope it is originally belong to them). My guess that the picture is a husband and wife (or what do you think?). It says…read more
Fork c.1832
Silver fork c.1832 hallmark Sheffield with A.H marker mark. I bought this fork at the Dolphin Arcade in Portobello Antique Market.read more
Vesta Case curve shape
Silver vesta case hallmarked Birmingham with initials on the front. It has a curve shape design. I bought this vesta at a stall near the Earl of Lonsdale pub at the Portobello…read more
Candle holder c.1916
Candle holder c.1916 with Birmingham assay mark and W.D marker mark. I bought this at my favourite gallery: the Rogers Antique Gallery in Portobello market.read more
Italian Silver Pendant
This is an Italian silver pendant circa 1940s. It has a beautiful image of Maria and Baby Jesus. It has a hallmark that says 925 AL, in which I think it…read more
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