The Journal

  • Everything You Need to Know About Pearls

    by Chris Hughes
    In our latest video Chris Hughes shares some pearls of wisdom; what to look out for when it comes to the tears of Aphrodite. Join Chris to expand ...

  • Symbolism in Victorian Jewels

    by Chris Hughes
    Long before the advent of the traditional engagement ring, we relied on a number of forms of jewellery to signify our intensions to a loved one. He...

  • My Collection Episode 4

    by Chris Hughes
    Join one of our young dealers, James Stanton as he walks us through his collection of modernist silver by Allan Adler and Christmas Cards by Austra...

  • Collecting The At Home Bar

    by Chris Hughes
    While we may not be mixologists, we do love a good drink. Here are a some of our favourite barware pieces in use. We hope you feel inspired to star...

  • My Collection Episode 3

    by Chris Hughes
    Ben is one of a few budding dealers with us who has steadily been growing his collection since starting here at The Antique Guild. Take a look with...

  • Serving Tea & Coffee with Antiques

    by Chris Hughes
    Serving tea and coffee is a staple of the hosting repertoire and is a chance to treat friends and family to a moment of civility in their stressful...

  • My Collection Episode 2

    by Chris Hughes
    Take a look inside the collection of one of the owners of The Antique Guild including his extensive set of antique English porcelain.

  • My Collection Episode 1

    by Chris Hughes
    In the first instalment of our 'My Collection Series' Chris Hughes, our fearless leader takes us on a tour of his home and collection including a ...

  • Collecting Portraiture

    by Chris Hughes
    Over the centuries, drawing a flattering likeness for a willing patron has been a means to an end for scores of artists. While it may seem far flu...

  • Garnet Jewellery Throughout History

    by Chris Hughes
    Words by Beata Sinclair If you have ever held a piece of garnet jewellery, I’m sure you were captivated by the magnificent, deep red stone. Ho...

  • Launching our YouTube Channel

    by Chris Hughes
    2020 is set to be our biggest and best year yet, with a new location, multiple shipments and an expanded online store. One other area that we are ...

  • Micro-mosaics: The Original Souvenir

    by Chris Hughes
    Words by Beata Sinclair In the age of the Iphone, with all the wonders of the modern age at our fingertips, it can be easy to take a cursory glan...