Fine 19th Century Burmese Dha Dagger Sword with Ornate Silver Covered Wooden Sheath

Here on offer is a fine example of a Burmese Dha dagger sword with an ornate silver covered wooden sheath, dating from the late 19th century, circa 1880.

It features a 9.25” plain single-edged steel blade, that tapers to a point. The very tip appears to be missing, but the blade is in excellent condition with just some light age staining.

The grip is made from a ...  read more

Code: 52141

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Code: 52140

Vintage Signed Don Sheil Handmade Aluminium Spoon Rest with a Flowing Wave Pattern

Here on offer is a vintage signed Don Sheil handmade aluminium spoon rest with a flowing wave pattern.

Don Sheil is a renowned Australian brand established in 1971, specializing in handcrafted, etched aluminium tableware and giftware.

Based in Victoria, the company produces durable, non-tarnishing items—including trays, bowls, and vases—featuring unique, hand-engr...  read more

Code: 52232

Rare Victorian Gold and Natural Material Toothpick Invented by T. C. Palmer and made by Sampson Mordan & Co. c1850

Here on offer is a rare Victorian gold and natural material toothpick invented by T. C. Palmer and made by Sampson Mordan & Co., circa 1850.

T.C. Palmer was the inventor of this specific design of sliding gold and ivory toothpicks.

These toothpicks were actually manufactured by Sampson Mordan & Co., the renowned English maker of propelling pencils and other silver ...  read more

Code: 52231

Stunning Large Victorian Royal Navy Silver Plated Basting Spoon by Elkington & Co. Ltd 1854

Here on offer is a top grade Victorian Royal Navy silver plated fiddle pattern basting spoon, by Elkington & Co. Ltd and dating to 1854.

I have had this spoon for many years and was told it had come from the Royal Navy Officer’s mess hall at Portsmouth.

A fiddle pattern spoon is a distinctive style of cutlery with a handle shaped like a violin or fiddle, featuring ...  read more

Code: 52229

INERT WW2 No.36M Mk I British Mills Grenade by JP&S Ltd with a base plug by RBD dated 1941

Here on offer is great example of a now INERT WW2 No.36M Mk I British Mills Grenade by JP&S Ltd being John Pilling & Sons Ltd, Colne, Lancashire, England, with a base plug by RBD being R.B. Davies & Co based in Victoria and Sydney, Australia and dated 1941.

The No.36M Mk I “Mesopotamian” variant was specially designed and waterproofed with shellac for use in the hot climate of Me...  read more

Code: 52223

Two Unique Early Custom Made Miniature Neck Knives by Daniel M. Certo of Marshall, NC. USA. 2001

Here on offer two unique and early custom made miniature neck knives by the well-respected bladesmith Daniel M. Certo of Marshall, NC. USA. 2001.

I acquired these two neck knives along with a custom knife (item 52217) directly from Dan Certo, of DMC Originals of Marshall, NC, USA, back in 2002, and they have been in my collection ever since.

It comes with some prov...  read more

Code: 52219

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Code: 52218

Genuine WW1 British Bronze Death Plaque (Death Penny) for WILLIAM HETHERINGTON

Here on offer is a WW1 1914-1918 British bronze death plaque, which is also known as the Death Penny.

This is a fine example of a GENUINE bronze memorial plaque issued to the next of kin of those who died during WW1, or those who died later from causes attributable to service.

This particular example was awarded to:

WILLIAM HETHERINGTON

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Code: 52215

WW2 48th Canadian Highlanders Cap Badge with Tartan Backing Mounted on a Wooden Plaque – “B” Company 1941 with Extra Tartan Patch

Here on offer is an unusual WW2 48th Canadian Highlanders cap badge with an original tartan backing, that has been mounted on a handmade shield shaped wooden plaque, possibly made from oak?

The plaque has some writing in gold on it that reads as:

1941

B Coy. (B Company)

This is clearly a commemorative piece that relates to a soldier ...  read more

Code: 52214