About Us

Friendly trio of Antique Dealers each with their own expertise and areas of interest.
We specialise in a diverse range of antiques, collectables and vintage items including coins, jewellery, porcelain, old silver, decorative arts, oriental curios and more.

We travel throughout NSW and the ACT looking to purchase desirable old things & finding new homes for unwanted collectables.

If you have an old, antique, vintage or collectable item you are looking to sell feel free to contact us on 1300 713 565 or via Email to: contact@antiquedealersydney.com.au

To find out more about the items we look to acquire head to our ‘What We Buy’ page.

Sincerely,
Antique Dealers Sydney
ABN : 95 896 494 293

Ian – Antiques, Jewellery & Coin Specialist

Growing up in his Grandparents’ antique store located in Lane Cove NSW Ian was given a rare insight into the daily activities of some of the most prominent ‘Junk Dealers’ of the 1980’s during what is considered the boom period of antique dealing in Australia. One day while assisting his Mother repair antiques at her retail store in the Rocks Sydney a Sri Lankan gemstone dealer knocked on the door to enquire about the sale of his recently acquired coloured stones from abroad. This chance encounter would later set Ian on a journey to gemstone mines in Africa, Thailand & China to seek out as much knowledge in the field of Gemmology and Antique Jewellery while fulfilling a growing passion for foreign languages and history through the handling of ancient coins.
Ian has been dealing professionally in Antiques, Coins & Jewellery for over 15 years.

• Qualified Gemologist ‘Gemological Association of Australia’ GAA, F.G.A.A
• Specialist courses Colored Stone Grading, Gemstone Heat Treatments & Synthetics ‘Asian Insitute of Gemological Sciences’ Thailand AIGS
• Headed the Numismatic Department for ‘Smalls Auctions’ Auction House in Paddington NSW.
• Worked as a Senior Sales Consultant for ‘OMEGA’ Watches Sydney.
• Held the position of Store Manager for well recognised antique store ‘Tresors’ located in the historical Strand Arcade Sydney.
• Several years as a Coin Grader for ‘Strand Coins’ an established retail rare coin store operating in Australia since the 1970’s.

Lawrence – Antiques, Oriental Porcelain & Decorative Arts Specialist

As a young lad in the 1970’s growing up in Balmain NSW Lawrence left home to begin a challenging career onboard a Cargo Ship as a Merchant Seaman. This would take him on several adventures to different parts of the world including South East Asia & Western Europe where anchored at port Lawrence was able to utilise his unique travel opportunity to buy locally made ceramics and further nurture his growing enthusiasm in history.
What started as a small personal collection grew to become an addiction, sending Lawrence to reside in the famous pottery making town of Staffordshire, England. Whilst in his new environment Lawrence jumped straight into the vibrant antique scene, handling & gaining knowledge in a wide array of porcelain & antique items abundantly available throughout numerous antique markets, fairs & auction houses across the country. This experience pioneered a long, successful career dealing in Fine Antiques including Porcelain, Decorative Arts and Silver.
Lawrence has been dealing professionally in a diverse range of Antiques for over 30 years.

• Thirty years experience in the domestic and international Antique industry.
• Over a decade working Antique Fairs & Markets in England.
• Extensive knowledge in Ming & Qing Period Porcelain.
• Possesses a rich understanding of historical periods and styles, aiding in the accurate classification and storytelling of antique pieces.
• Skilled in identifying and appraising various types of antique porcelain and ceramics, such as Meissen, Wedgwood, Shelley.
• Proficient in antique silver recognizing hallmarks, makers, and historical significance.

Meghan (Meg) – Antiques, Porcelain & Silver Specialist

Meghan otherwise known as ‘Meg’ hails from the misty towns of Ireland where growing up in a large family of six siblings Meg learnt from an early age to trust her instincts a trait she would often recall during her career as an Antique Dealer. After an invitation from a relative to reside & work as a nurse, Meg left Ireland to make Australia her home and going on 25 years has been down under ever since. Meghan’s first introduction into collecting was through her Father who was a significant collector of 18th century Wedgwood and it wasn’t until taking up courses in pottery restoration that she felt it was time to delve into the world of buying & selling.
Meghan has been dealing professionally in a wide array of Antiques & Porcelain for over 18 years.

• Fifteen years experience identifying and valuing antique and historical items.
• Accomplished porcelain restorer.
• Curated several antique exhibitions, showcasing exceptional collections to the public.
• Keynote speaker at international antique fairs and conferences.
• Led numerous educational workshops and seminars on antique identification and valuation.
• Played a pivotal role in advising and assisting in the creation of private antique collections for prominent collectors.

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“Antique collecting is a passion that turns history into a personal treasure trove.”