People collect miner's lamps and mandolins in vintage boom

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In the midst of Britain's vintage boom, people's vintage possessions go far beyond the traditional fine wine (5%). They extend to books (39%), musical memorabilia (33%) and furniture (27%). Even things people already own such as a jacket or tea set are now being considered 'vintage' by 27%, more than half having owned them for over 20 years.

But you need to be aware of the value of heirlooms and other vintage possessions, and get them insured if they are very valuable. There have been some mishaps, for example a dog ate a family bible that had been passed down through generations.