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The Collector
A song about the obsessive collector with music and lyrics by Peter Rechter and the Tol-Puddle Martyrs. > more
Under The Hammer - Coffee Pot
Who wins the velvet hammer for most auction wins for 2008? > more
Electic Highlights
When Andy and the team are on the road they can’t believe the variety of things that people collect – from sexy Italian design, to BMX and model planes, fascinating museums, unusual chairs, gorgeous deco to toys and sci-fi. Andy, Niccole and Adrian have seen all kinds of fabulous things in 2008. > more
Coffee Cups
Not only does the Mayor of Ipswich, Paul Pisasale have the biggest collection of coffee cup sets in the nation, he has been recognized by the Guinness Book of Records for having the biggest collection of its type in the world. He has outpaced previous record holder Michael Millerick in the USA who has a mere 220 cup sets. > more
Collector Catch-up
We love getting letters and emails from collectors who have been on the show, letting us know what they are up to these days. So we thought we’d show you how some of our favourites are getting on with their collections. > more
Show and Tell - Suitcase
Niccole has more research on the intriguing suitcase covered with exotic travel stickers which was featured earlier this year. Amanda from NSW sent the suitcase which features all sorts of original hotel and airline stickers. > more
Mystery Object
This final brain-bender for the year is very small and Andy suggested it was easy. The panel were wary of course but once in their hands its function was clear. > more
Latest Episode
Friday 5 December 2008HAVE YOUR SAY
Our moderators are off on holidays, so no new Have Your Say comments will be approved until Jan 27th 2009
GORDON
"Gordon is King"
- from mr brian philp
UNDER THE HAMMER
Friday 5, December
Coffee Pot
Adrian won with a bid of 3,000
2008 Leader Board
| Niccole | 10 | |
| Adrian | 11.5 | |
| Gordon | 19.5 |
SHOW & TELL
Our moderators are off on holidays, so no new Show & Tell content will be approved until Jan 27th 2009
These are "The Simpsons" action figures, from the McFarlane line of figures. The top line of action figures are Movie figures, that were realeased shortly after the movie. The second line of figures from the top are series one "fan favourite" figures. The bottom line of figures are series two "fan favourite" figures.
This is the complete series 1 of the Futurama collector action figure series. There are six action figures in the series: Fry, Zoidberg, Leela, Zapp Branigan, Bender, Kiff.
Hi, I;m wonderin what this is. Apparently belonged to my great grandmother, it appears as a gold 'Australia' with the bar chain on top, then two folding wings on either side.
COMING UP
Series 5 - 2009
Friday 13 February, 8pm ABC1
On 13th February 2009 COLLECTORS is back at its familiar timeslot. The show that showcases the best collections, museums, exhibitions and the nation’s most passionate collectors is ready to go for another fascinating year. > more
COLLECTORS MAGAZINE
Look out for the exciting new issue of Collectors magazine. It’s fun, fascinating, full of good advice, and includes vintage fountain pens, quirky Wemyss pottery, designer toys, antique clocks, colonial Aussie furniture, and tips on preserving family photos. If you love the ABC tv show you’ll love the new magazine.
