Valentine's collecting
Welsh love spoons: their history, meaning and how to make and collect them
Ellie Tennant explores the history of Welsh love spoons (‘Llwyau cariad’) and discovers romantic symbols, incredible craftsmanship and also high prices…
What are Sailors’ Valentines?
Everything you need to know about these unusual seashell-covered mementos...
What is a loving cup and where to buy one
Sip in style this Valentine's Day with one of these stunning loving cups...
What are Vinegar Valentines and how to collect them
Our columnist considers the compulsion to collect and shares his latest obsession; Vinegar Valentines
Collecting antique insect jewellery
We explore the beguiling history behind Victorian insect jewellery and explain how you can buy a piece of your own
How to buy and collect antique acrostic jewellery
Colourful acrostic jewellery provides the ideal gift for amorous collectors, but only if you can decipher it...