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Who is David Hakeney? 

Who is David Hakeney? 

We’re pleased to introduce you to a treasured member of the Vintage Cash Cow family - and one of Hull’s finest - Mr.

How To Clean Old Coins (Hint: Don’t!)

How To Clean Old Coins (Hint: Don’t!)

Old coins are not just fun collectable items, they can also be extremely valuable.

How to sell war medals - a guide

How to sell war medals - a guide

If you’ve inherited some war medals, are decluttering or decided to finally do something about the medals you’ve been meaning to sell, i...

What is your silver jewellery collection worth?

What is your silver jewellery collection worth?

Working out the value of your silver jewellery is not easy, especially if you don’t have experience in the field.

How to clean antique watches

How to clean antique watches

By their very nature, antique watches are bound to have picked up a little dirt and wear and tear in their time.

Types of Silver Jewellery to sell

Types of Silver Jewellery to sell

If you have jewellery laying around it can be tough to identify and work out what to do with it.

Should I Sell My Gold?

Should I Sell My Gold?

Working out the right time to sell gold can be a complex process because there are so many factors involved.

How to Clean Antique Jewellery - a Guide

How to Clean Antique Jewellery - a Guide

Unlike most modern jewellery, the majority of antique jewellery is not mass-produced.

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