I have a penchant for vintage jewelry, and my favorite antiques spot in Essex is the eclectic White Elephant Shop, where customers can rummage through bins of affordably priced pins, earrings and necklaces from the past. Not surprisingly, I couldn't resist the lobster pin and earrings I found, nor two sparkly vintage leaf pins.
The White Elephant Shop also has antique books, paintings, furniture and collectibles.
Hint: On weekends year-round, be sure to pop into their half-price outlet one mile north of their main shop in Essex to hunt for bargain antiques, as well.
