Joson: a quaint collectables store in Melaka

Joson Numismatic Collections in Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, Melaka. (Malaysia Traveller pic)

Joson Numismatic Collections in Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, Melaka is a treasure trove of old banknotes, coins, stamps, vintage advertising and other collectables for sale.

The Jonker Street area has long been known for its antique, bric-a-brac and collectables shops, as well as traditional craftsmen such as sign painters, chop makers and shoemakers.

Over the years, most of these have either gone out of business or been pushed out of their prime location by higher rents.

Joson Numismatic deals in a range of collectable banknotes, coins and stamps from Malaysia. (Malaysia Traveller pic)

Fortunately, some, like Joson and Wah Aik, the bound foot shoe shop, have survived and relocated to nearby Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock (Heeren Street).

Joson Numismatic sells (and buys) collectable banknotes, coins and stamps from Malaysia (including Malaya, Straits Settlements, British North Borneo) Asia and beyond.

Old cigarette packs are popular among collectors. (Malaysia Traveller pic)

Other collectables and memorabilia on display include porcelain, old photos, toys, advertising material, posters and more.

The bright blue exterior makes Joson hard to miss. (Malaysia Traveller pic)

The signboard gives a taste of what is inside the shop. (Malaysia Traveller pic)

Joson Numismatic Collections
64 Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock
75200 Melaka
Tel: (016) 669 1811

This article first appeared in Malaysia Traveller

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