WW1 Trench Art Brass Letter Opener with a Beautiful Layered Section Handle

Here on offer is a WW1 period trench art brass letter opener with a stunning layered handle.

The scimitar shaped brass 4.1” blade it etched on one side with “THE GREAT WAR” and on the other, “1914 – 1918”.
There is a small oval shaped brass crossguard that connects to the brass ferrule.

What is special about this letter opener is the beautiful layered square...  read more

Code: 51147

Stunning Pair of WW1 German POW 8” Cow Shinbones Carved with Roses - KNOCKALOE -I.O.M. “Legs of Man”

Here on offer is a stunning pair of WW1 German POW 8” cow shinbones carved with roses and KNOCKALOE and the Isle of Man, “Legs of Man” symbol.

depicting skilfully detailed roses.

This pair was made on the Isle of Man, by German POW’s held at the large internment camp at Knockaloe, during WW1.

They used what materials they had to hand and cow bones p...  read more

Code: 52252

Antique Presentation Mallet to Mrs Down for Stone Laying Ceremony at Rock Chapel Yelverton Devon Aug 8th 1906

Here on offer is an antique presentation mallet to Mrs Down for the stone laying ceremony at Rock Chapel, Yelverton, Devon, on August 8th 1906.

Antique ceremonial wooden mallets were traditionally presented to nobilities or high-ranking officials invited to lay the foundation stones of churches and other significant buildings. These tools served as commemorative gifts, often fea...  read more

Code: 52240

Original Framed Portrait of Named Boer War British Soldier – J.FOX - Saddler – 3383 of the 10th (Prince Of Wales Own Royal) Hussars

Here on offer is a fine original oil painting of a named Boer War British Soldier sitting in a Victorian chair, in his uniform of the 10th (Prince Of Wales Own Royal) Hussars.

His name is J.FOX, rank Saddler, with a service number 3383.

He was awarded both The Queen's South Africa (QSA) Medal and clasps: Cape Colony, Transvaal, and the King's South Africa (QSA) Med...  read more

Code: 51344

Mint I*XL GEORGE WOSTENHOLM Double Bladed Knife with Jigged Bone Grip Scales

Here on offer is a fine example mint I*XL GEORGE WOSTENHOLM double bladed knife with jigged bone grip scales, that was made in Sheffield, England.

The larger clip point stainless steel blade is in perfect condition.

On one side of the ricasso it is stamped with the maker’s details:

I*XL GEORGE
WOSTENHOLM

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Code: 52065

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