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What to look for in buying an antique diamond engagement ring.
Sunday, February 05, 2012 - kalmar

A brief article about buying an antique diamond engagement ring.
Periods of Jewellery History - Georgian era: 1714 – 1830
Monday, January 30, 2012 - kalmar

This era covers the reigns of the four English ruling kings named George and William IV. Because of this long time frame and the lives of the monarchs, the style of Georgian never can be considered truly "typical", as the style and techniques continues to change over the century.
The A to Z of watch terms and definitions.
Saturday, January 21, 2012 - kalmar

A brief insight into some of the watch terms often heard and often not understood.
How to spot a fake Omega Constellation
Friday, September 02, 2011 - kalmar

Copy Omega Constellation with the "pie-pan" dial.
We buy gold, jewellery, watches and pocket watches.
Thursday, August 25, 2011 - kalmar

If you are wanting to sell some jewellery or watches, then please come in.
A brief history of Rolex.
Sunday, December 12, 2010 - kalmar

The Rolex watch company is one of, if not the most recognisable watch name today.  Yet the Rolex company is young when compared to many others wrist and pocket watch makers...................read more
Antique pocket watch case styles.
Thursday, June 24, 2010 - kalmar

There are three main catagories for pocket watch cases. Below is a brief explination of the different types and styles............................
History if piqué jewellery.
Thursday, December 03, 2009 - kalmar

 Piqué jewellery is a style and type of jewellery all unto itself.

Made most popular during the Victorian era...............read more
Kalmar antiques latest catalogue
Friday, November 27, 2009 - admin

Our 2009/2010 antiques catalogue is out now! Please click the link below to download a copy in PDF format:
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A brief history of Australian jewellery
Tuesday, October 13, 2009 - kalmar

Antique Australian jewellery and its makers has been an important area for collectors for a number of years. This chapter on Australian jewellery will attempt to explain why it is that early Australiana is so sought after................
History of Mizpah jewellery.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009 - kalmar

 Mizpah and specifically Mizpah jewellery which is what this article is focussing on, has been around for literally centuries...............read more.
Basic operations of a watch
Tuesday, July 07, 2009 - kalmar

Dear time afficionardos,
For many years I have been trying to explain the basic principles of a mechanical watch.
It is not complete, but I hope it is worth reading................read more
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