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21st Century Masterworks: The Art of Modern Classics

21st Century Masterworks: The Art of Modern Classics

This sword is not quite what it appears to be. If you look at it with the eye of an antique dealer, you will recognise it as a member of the scimitar family of swords, commonly called a saif or Arab Sword. 

Making 2021 A Year to Celebrate

Making 2021 A Year to Celebrate

Here at Grant Macdonald we started the New Year full of hope for a better year than 2020 - like everyone else. 

Christmas Cufflinks

Christmas Cufflinks

As the festive season is in full swing, it’s always a good idea to think about last minute gift ideas and items that are easy to send by courier or post - especially in these uncertain times. 

Cufflinks at Christmas - Part 1: Air and Sea

Cufflinks at Christmas - Part 1: Air and Sea

As Christmas approaches everyone gets a little busier than usual. Of course, this year we might all find ourselves even busier still on account of the many restrictions or delays that have been caused by the pandemic. There is a chance you are searching for gifts and are struggling to find that blend of exclusivity, design and delivery options to suit your needs. 

Paragon Tumblers

Paragon Tumblers

When is a glass a tumbler? The answer lies in a mystery about an ancient round-bottomed cup from the mid 1600s, the original tumbler or acrobat in old German. One theory is the original round bottomed tumbler would fall over and spill its contents if set down on a table.