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This item was issued by the MOBIL OIL COMPANY as a promotional giveaway in 1964, which coincided with the Beatles' visit to Sydney. The signatures on the front of the card are printed on rather than actually signed. On the back of the card is a bio of the band's success. Please check both photos provided thoroughly as these are of the actual item you will receive. Note please the horizontal crease towards the bottom of the card. This item is 60 years old and as such is not perfect. Please get in touch if you have any questions to ask prior to making a purchase. -
'Weeping Rock' is a 15-foot waterfall located within the 'Leura Cascades' and a peaceful spot well loved by photographers. Please refer to the three photos provided to inspect and ascertain the condition of this vintage powder compact. Note that there is verdigris present, a result of atmospheric oxidation. If you have any questions please ask them prior to purchase. -
Please refer to the three photos provided and get in touch prior to purchase if you have any questions. -
A gorgeous caramel coloured peak cap in a warm combination of cashmere and wool. This style is a classic and a staple accessory in the cooler weather. A press stud is provided on the peak so the cap can be either fastened (as shown in photos) or not. It is Medium in size. Please check all photographs provided as these are of the cap you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Twenty-eight year old Ben Hall was shot dead by police in 1865 after a short career as a notorious bushranger in country New South Wales. This hardcover book with dustjacket of 231 pages delves into his life and how it came to that unfortunate end. Please refer to the photos provided as they are of the book you shall receive. It is in good condition throughout. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Please refer to the photos provided as they are of the book you will receive. The author tells the first-hand story of European settlement in the northern half of the Whycheproof Shire (Castle Donnington) including Sea Lake (Tyrrell) and Nandaly (Bimbourie). He describes the developments, hardship, fun, and frugal times commencing from 1890 until post war Australia. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
Details: shell 65% wool, 35% polyester. Lining 100% acetate. Made in China. Please refer to the photos provided as this is the item you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
When thousands of Chinese landed in South Australia it was a marathon walk, originally from Adelaide, then from Victor Harbour and finally from Robe. This was to avoid paying a capitation tax of ten pounds. The provisions of a Victorian Act of 1855 sought to dramatically limit Chinese immigration by restricting the number of crew and passengers on each ship bringing Chinese into Victoria. This 183-page softcover/paperback book is in good condition. Note some creases on rear cover. Nothing bad but mentioned for accuracy. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This is the story of one Australian family, how it survived the odds of a relentlessly varied climate including bushfire and climate change, bushrangers, dingoes, rabbits, salinity etc and became a major contributor to the farming industry and wider community. This 347-page softcover/paperback book is in good condition. Please refer to the photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This softcover/paperback book of 298 pages tells the life of Alick Jackomos, a non-aboriginal person who crossed over into the Aboriginal world. He was the son of Greek migrant parents, born in Collingwood and growing up in the Great Depression. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are respectfully advised that this book contains names and images of deceased persons and culturally sensitive material. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This fabulous hardback book of 258 pages celebrates the food landscape in Victoria, giving an insight into how and where our food is grown. Local food advocate and author Sarah Robins offers 80 seasonal recipes and information related to the production of food in Victoria, Australia. Please refer to the photographs provided as they are of the book you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
A lovely, classic 100% silk tie. Please note that the small tag 'All Silk' and on reverse 'Made In Italy' is hanging by a thread so could either be removed or re-attached more firmly if desired. Please refer to both photos provided as these are of the tie you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
A lovely, classic Italian silk tie. Please refer to both photos provided as these are of the tie you will receive. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
'A Late Dinner' is a delightful journey through Spain and Spanish cuisine. The author, Paul Richardson, brings to life the fascinating people who grow and cook and eat the hugely varied and little-known food of Spain. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the 274-page book you will receive. Please note two black marks on the lower edge. Apart from this the hardback book with dustjacket is in good condition. Any questions? Please ask prior to purchase. -
This book was first published by Seven Creeks Estate Pty. Ltd. Euroa Victoria in 1985 to coincide with the 150th anniversary of the state of Victoria. The book conveys the story of Eliza Forlonge and how she became one of the greatest pioneers in Australia; how she helped build the prosperity of Victoria and settled on the estate at Euroa, north east of Melbourne. Please refer to the photos provided as these are of the book you will receive. The 122-page hardback book is in good condition. Any questions? Please get in touch prior to purchase. -
This beautiful vintage book is undated but I believe it to be from the 1940s. It was printed by the Specialty Press Limited, Melbourne and is from 'Digest Juvenile Productions'(Registered) 174 Little Collins Street Melbourne, Australia'. It has paperback covers and has the most amazing illustrations. The front cover has a small patch of discolouration on the top right side where a price sticker probably was at some stage. Please check the photos provided. -
This vintage book is a handbook and guide for beginners in the popular sport of long distance Pigeon Racing. It was published by All British Pigeon Racing Publishing Co. Ltd (Redferns, Weybridge, Surrey). There is no date of publication provided but it could be 1960s or 1970s. The previous owners' names are written on the title page. The book is in very good condition inside. There are some marks on the covers but overall condition is good. Please refer to the photos provided. -
The 15th, 16th and 17th centuries saw masterpieces of painting and sculpture created in Italy. This book views these richest 300 years of Italian Art. The National Gallery Australia (Canberra) and the Melbourne Museum displayed major works from many regions of Italy in 2002 and this softcover publication of 271 pages is from this exhibition. The book is weighty and in good condition throughout. Please refer to all photos provided. Note a linear indentation on the back external cover. Any questions? Please get in touch.
