Collectables
Imagine a world before glass, no window panes to shield one from the elements, no mirrors to sharply reflect ones face, no crystal flutes to raise in salute. Then visualise the moment humans first…
Whether it’s the character imbued by time, the journey of craftsmanship through the eras, or the thrill of the hunt, collecting vintage watches has become a passion for enthusiasts and investors alike. However, before…
While nobody can say when the very first map was produced, it can be said however, that as soon as humankind discovered writing, or the use of symbols, that they were put to use…
Every clockmaking county has had its turn to shine with the creation of these mechanical timekeepers. From ancient Greece, with the Antikythera mechanism, to eleventh century China with Su Yong’s water-powered clock, 15th century…
Snuff is a type of finely ground, or powdered, tobacco that is sniffed (snuffed) through the nose. It has been used for centuries as a form of nicotine delivery as well as a social…