Summer 2009/2010 (Issue 35) out now!

The Summer edition of Antiques and Collectables for Pleasure & Profit (Issue 35) is EVEN BIGGER than Issue 34! We had to add on another eight pages just to fit everything in – which makes it perfect summer reading.

We thought we’d get you in the mood for your summer holiday with a story on the history of sand toys, and we continued the theme by going walkabout around the completely charming Tasmanian town of New Norfolk (it’s a collector’s delight).

Then there’s a feature on the beauty of WMF, and we take a look at the history of advertising in Australia. Author Greg Slater introduces us to the summer designs of Clarice Cliff, and from the UK our regular contributor Ivor Hughes dispels the myths behind Suffragette jewellery.

It’s the Christmas issue, so we’ve included a story on Frosty the Snowman (did you know examples can sell in the hundreds of dollars!), and author Jack Tempest writes about the history of silk pictures and a certain Queen’s wedding dress.

We have a look around one of Australia’s most interesting historic homes, and get up close and personal with famed photographer Lee Miller. There’s a feature on the state of the antiques market in New Zealand, and we highlight the collectability of Moorcroft old and new.

Then there are all the regular sections, including Curios (what do you know about Dolly Cliff?), On the Up (we look at the skyrocketing values of the Rolex), Snippets, Movers and Shakers, Auction Challenge, Bargain Hunter, Books in Review and What’s it Worth.

We truly believe we’re producing the best antiques and collectables magazine in the world, but if you don’t believe us, simply email us with your mailing address and we’ll send you a FREE back issue.

The Summer 2009/2010 (Issue 35) of Antiques and Collectables for Pleasure & Profit is on sale now at your local newsagent and antique shop. And now it’s even easier to get your copy – just click on the link below to find your nearest newsagent!

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