BOAS Militaria

WW2 British Naval 20mm Oerlikon Anti-Aircraft Autocannon Shell Casing (not fired) by Raleigh Cycle Co. 1944

Here on offer is a fine example of a “never fired”, WW2 British Naval 20mm Oerlikon anti-aircraft autocannon shell casing, by Raleigh Cycle Co., dated 1944.

The 20mm Oerlikon was among the most important light anti-aircraft weapons used by Allied forces during WW2. Mounted aboard Royal Navy warships, merchant vessels and coastal installations, it proved highly effective against l... read more

Code: 52468

10.00 GBP

Fine Victorian “Dummy” 10.5” Scottish Dirk with Silver Fittings and Coloured Stones

Here on offer is a fine example of an antique Victorian period “Dummy” Scottish dirk.

This is truly a quality made piece, albeit I can’t see a maker mark or hallmark on it.

A Victorian “Dummy” Scottish dirk is a non-functional, decorative kilt accessory or prop, designed to look like a traditional Highland dagger without having a sharp or removable metal blade. read more

Code: 52467

195.00 GBP

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Stunning Antique Victorian Mahogany Striped Wooden Page-Turner with Hallmarked Silver Fittings 1893

Here on offer is a beautiful example of an antique Victorian hard wood page-turner with hallmarked silver fittings dating to 1893.

The page turner measures an impressive 17.75” long and is shaped in the form of a long wooden knife with tapering blade edge.

The wood appears to be a hard African “tiger striped” mahogany and has a stunning pattern.

The ... read more

Code: 50844

75.00 GBP

Antique Silver Plated American Postman's Hat Table Snuffbox - William Barthman of New York circa 1890

Here on offer is an antique silver plated American Postman's hat style table snuffbox.

The miniature metal hat has been very well made and shows fine detailing of cloth texturing around the rim and sides along with a twisted rope copper cord across the front, that has buttons and knots on either side.

The circular top fits snuggly and lifts off to reveal a gilt in... read more

Code: 50652

65.00 GBP

Fine Antique Arts and Crafts Copper Fronted Fireplace Bellows

Here on offer are some antique arts and crafts style copper fronted working fireplace bellows.

This impressive set of fireplace bellows have a beautifully hand hammered copper face with an arts and crafts style Repoussé (raised pattern) to the finish along with leather fittings and brass studs.

The bellows have the normal wooden frame and thick leather bellows tha... read more

Code: 51475

65.00 GBP

Rare Limited Edition (1of100) CORGI 1/72 scale model of a GLOSTER GLADIATOR MK.II – Raw Metal Casting

Here on offer is a very rare limited edition (1 of 100) CORGI 1/72 scale model of a GLOSTER GLADIATOR MK.II – raw metal casting.

This example is in mint condition and has never been out of its box. It also retains its original cover sleeve.

This limited edition was limited to a production run of only 100 models.

The box measures 8” (20.2cm) by 8” (2... read more

Code: 50785

75.00 GBP

WW2 Period RAF “Early Pattern” C-Type Wired Leather Flying Helmet

Here on offer is a genuine WW2 period RAF “early pattern” C-Type Wired leather flying helmet that doesn’t appear to have any visible markings but seems to be a large size helmet.

Apparently, this helmet had been used after WW2 and the owner has carefully removed both of the rubberized ear phone covers. The circular holes have then been covered by round sections of leather, that w... read more

Code: 51630

95.00 GBP

Original Napoleonic Era British Royal Navy Whalebone & Lead Bosun’s Cosh circa 1800

Here on offer is a rare early 19th century Royal Navy weapon known as a “bosun's cosh”.

It consists of a metal shaft that is bound in twisted whalebone (baleen) with weighted ends made of lead that are covered in twine knot work.

Baleen is a whale product best known for its use in ladies’ corsets where it is usually referred to as ‘whalebone’.

This t... read more

Code: 50964

175.00 GBP

Mint Silver, Enamel and Marcasite Royal Navy Sweetheart Brooch c1930

Here on offer is a top quality mint silver, enamel and marcasite Royal Navy Sweetheart Brooch, circa 1930.

This top quality Royal Navy silver sweetheart brooch, has been made in the style of an officer's cap badge.

It depicts a crowned fouled anchor within laurel sprays, cast in solid thick sterling silver. The crown is inset with red enamel and the whole brooch is... read more

Code: 52344

40.00 GBP