Antiques & Collectables – Kendal, Lake District

Jackdaw Antiques is an independent antiques shop in Kendal, Cumbria, in the heart of the Lake District, GB. We stock a distinctive mix of well-sourced antiques, vintage items, collectables, antique furniture, original art, and books — plus just about anything old and curious that catches our eye.

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The Best Places to Buy Antiques & Collectibles Online (Updated 2025)

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Antique hunting is a pursuit of patience and instinct. A game of wits between the collector and time itself. You scour markets, trawl auctions, and click through endless listings, all in search of that one elusive piece—something rare, something with a past, something that whispers. But where do you look? We've done the digging so you don’t have to. Below is the definitive guide to the best online marketplaces for antiques and collectibles. Whether you're after an Art Deco lamp, a Georgian chest of drawers, or a rare mid-century vase, these platforms will set you on the right path. Online Antique Shopping: From Rags to Riches (Literally) 1. Antique Atlas ( www.antiques-atlas.com ) A well-organized directory packed with UK-based antique dealers. The site also features a UK fair diary , an invaluable tool for those who prefer to inspect their treasures in person. If you want to discover hidden gems at upcoming events, this should be your first stop. 2. Easy Live Auction ( www...
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Reading Silver’s Secrets: A Guide to Antique Hallmarks

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Silver doesn’t lie. It tarnishes, it scratches, it ages — but it doesn’t lie. The marks struck into it are the fingerprints of history. Every lion passant, every crowned leopard’s head, every cryptic squiggle hammered by a French official with good eyesight tells a story. Welcome to the world of antique silver and hallmarks . It’s a world of purity laws, medieval guilds, royal edicts, and collectors today hunched over spoons with magnifying glasses, trying to tell a Birmingham 1878 “d” from a 1888 “O.” And if you’re serious about silver, you’ll need more than your instincts. You’ll need a book. Not just any book. Jackson’s Hallmarks (Pocket Edition): English, Scottish, Irish Silver & Gold Marks from 1300 to the Present Day. But we’ll get to that. First, let’s decode the silver itself. Gone. Explore the rest in our Etsy shop . What Are Silver Hallmarks? A hallmark is the official stamp that guarantees the purity of silver or gold. Think of it as the ancient version of a certi...
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Romulus and Remus: Bronze, Betrayal, and the Birth of an Empire

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Ah, Romulus and Remus. The original feuding siblings, locked forever in legend, their tale one of ambition, murder, and the questionable parenting choices of a she-wolf. It’s a story older than Rome itself—sculpted in myth, hammered into history, and, quite literally, cast in bronze. The most famous depiction? The Capitoline Wolf , standing fierce in the Musei Capitolini, Rome. A snarling, maternal beast, frozen mid-watch, while two hungry infants suckle at her side. The image is unmistakable—a visual shorthand for Rome’s legendary birth. But, like all great myths, the reality is tangled in debate. For centuries, scholars believed the wolf was Etruscan, dating back to the 5th century BCE. Recent studies, however, suggest a medieval origin—possibly the 11th or 12th century CE. An embarrassment for antiquarians, a victory for medieval craftsmanship, and a reminder that history is never as neat as we’d like it to be. The Capitoline Wolf, a bronze icon of Rome’s origins. The wolf (Etruscan...
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Got 18th–20th century treasures gathering dust? Jackdaw Antiques wants quirky, unique pieces full of character. From Chinese jars to Art Deco statues, if it’s good or unusual, we want it. Bring your stuff and let’s make a deal the Jackdaw would love.

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