Original German WW1 1914 Iron Cross Medal 2nd Class EK2

Here on offer is a great example of a WW1 1914 German Iron Cross medal 2nd class EK2.

This great example retains the black finish to the centre and shows genuine age tarnishing to the silver frame, that will clean off if required, but I prefer to leave that option to the next owner.

I can see a triangular stamp on suspension ring, but I can’t make out a maker mark...  read more

Code: 51808

WW1 German Trench Art Driving Band Bracelet with Black Enamel Iron Cross

Here on offer is a great example of a WW1 German trench art driving band bracelet with attached black enamel 1914 Iron Cross.

This bracelet has been made from a copper driving band salvaged from a WW1 German artillery shell.

A gilt finish was applied and it retains the original grooved pattern to the outer surface.

A minute detailed brass and black e...  read more

Code: 50906

Antique Ring-Opening Double Bladed Gentleman’s Penknife by Wade Wingfield & Rowbotham Sheffield c1840

Here on offer is a scarce example of an antique ring-opening, double bladed gentleman’s penknife by Wade Wingfield & Rowbotham of Sheffield, circa 1840.

This ingenious double bladed folding penknife can be easily opened by turning the large rings which project from and rotate the blades pivots. This is really useful for people with delicate or too short finger nails, or even glov...  read more

Code: 51804

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Code: 51806

19th Century Victorian Presentation Music Conductor’s Mahogany Baton with Silver Fittings Dated 1882

Here on offer is an impressive 19th century Victorian presentation music conductor’s Mahogany baton with silver fittings dated 1882.

The baton has been made a piece of turned and tapered light Mahogany wood, with three silver fittings.

The silver fittings are not hallmarked but test as 925 grade sterling silver.

The pommel cap has a lovely engraved f...  read more

Code: 51802

WW1 French Bronze Medallion – Remembrance of the Combatants of Meudon 1914 – 1918 by L Coudray with Original case

Here on offer is a WW1 French Bronze Medallion, in remembrance of the combatants of Meudon 1914 – 1918, by Marie-Alexandre-Lucien Coudray, with its original red card case.

The medal was designed by the famous French medallist, Marie Alexandre Lucien Coudray (1864-1932).

On the obverse it depicts the image of a WW1 French soldier about to throw a grenade, with an an...  read more

Code: 51512

Vintage ‘Jack Russell Terrier Dog’ Essex Crystal Diamond Cut Cufflinks with 22ct Gold Plated Fittings and Original Metal Leatherette Case c1930

Here on offer is a great set of vintage ‘Jack Russell Terrier’ dog, Essex crystal diamond cut cufflinks with 22ct gold plated fittings and their original metal leatherette case, circa 1930.

Each of the rectangular cufflinks depict a cute coloured image of a standing Jack Russel Terrier dog.

They have been made with a chain link fitting and all the metal is 22ct gol...  read more

Code: 51800

Unusual Antique Combined Celluloid Letter Opener - Penknife and Spike - Sheffield c1900

Here on offer is an unusual antique combined celluloid letter opener with penknife and spike, made in Sheffield, around 1900.

This antique ‘combination’ desk accessory has been very well made and consists of a 6.9” long shaped ivory coloured celluloid letter opener, that has a lined pattern so it looks like real ivory.

Pinned to one side with two steel pins, is a f...  read more

Code: 51799

Rare WW2 British Army Auxiliary Unit Knife with Leather Sheath

Here on offer is a rare example of a WW2 British Army Auxiliary Unit knife with its original leather sheath, by Joseph Rodgers and Sons.

It has only been recently that this type of knife has been authenticated as being used by the British Auxiliary Units during WW2.

Credit must go to Ron Flook, who through his outstanding research into military knives, has managed...  read more

Code: 51736

Antique Edwardian Hallmarked Silver and Mother of pearl Baby Teether in the Form of Dog’s Head by Crisford & Norris

Here on offer is an antique Edwardian hallmarked silver and mother of pearl baby teether in the form of dog’s head by the highly valued silversmiths, Crisford & Norris and dated to 1906.

The beautifully detailed silver dog’s head looks like it might be of a spaniel and inserted in its neck is a fine piece of mother of pearl, that is the teething part of this teether.

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Code: 51772