Rare Victorian Embroidery Sewing Scissors with a Gilt Metal Case in the Shape of a Renaissance Style Dagger c1890

Here on offer is a rare small pair of Victorian embroidery sewing scissors in their gilt metal case, in the shape of a Renaissance style dagger, circa 1890.

There is gilt suspension chains attached to the dagger crossguard that in turn connect to an ornate silver coloured mount, that is also fitted with a gilt chain and lobster claw catch, that could be clipped to a chatelaine. ...  read more

Code: 51945

Amusing Vintage Cold Painted Austrian Bobble Head Figure Ashtray

Here on offer is an amusing early vintage cold painted Austrian “bobble head” figure ashtray, circa 1920.

The cast figure is of a dressed man wearing a red bow tie and straw hat.

His head is fitted to a steel spring that allows it to “bobble” when the ashtray is just moved slightly.

The ashtray itself is finished in a gilt paint that now shows signs ...  read more

Code: 51940

Vintage RAF Lossiemouth - Robbie Burns, Limited Edition White Ceramic Scottish Quaich Drinking Vessel by W Bates & Co.

Here on offer is an unusual vintage RAF Lossiemouth commissioned, Robbie Burns, limited edition white ceramic Scottish Quaich drinking vessel, by W Bates & Co.

I believe this Quaich was most likely commissioned by a the Royal Airforce to be used in the senior NCO’s mess at RAF Lossiemouth, making it a rare and highly collectable piece.

The Quaich (from the Gaelic "...  read more

Code: 51942

Antique British Police Hickory Truncheon with Original Leather Wrist Strap Marked HIATT c1920

Here on offer is an antique British Police hickory truncheon with original leather wrist strap marked HIATT, circa 1920.

This truncheon has a finely turned grip with a more elaborate top and long lower shaped section, without any markings or maker’s details on the wood. It appears to be made from a lighter hickory wood, that now has a beautiful patina.

It retains i...  read more

Code: 51938

WW1 – White China 1914-1919 Peace Mug - Liberty Justice Truth Honour with an Interesting Crest and Signature of a Mayor

Here on offer is a WW1 white china 1914-1919 Peace Mug - Liberty Justice Truth Honour with an interesting crest and signature of a Mayor?

The white bodied china mug has an applied transfer depicting Britannia and the flags of the Allies with a Dove of Peace and the words “Liberty, Justice, Truth, Honour” in a ribbon at the bottom.

The shield transfer on the other s...  read more

Code: 51332

Mint Cased Limited Edition CHAMPION Spark Plug 90th Anniversary Commemorative Knife 1997

Here on offer is a mint example of a limited edition (0639 of 5000) CHAMPION Spark Plug, 90th Anniversary commemorative knife, complete with its wooden case and Certificate of Authenticity.


The knife has a mint condition, 2.75” high quality carbon stainless steel blade that on one side, is engraved and 24-carat gold-filled with:

0639/5000
90th annive...  read more

Code: 51336

Extra Photos of Limited Edition CHAMPION Spark Plug 90th Anniversary Commemorative Knife

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Code: 51335

WW2 British Military Machete by S & J Kitchin Ltd dated 1945 with Leather Scabbard dated 1944

Here on offer is an unusual late war version of an original WW2 British military machete by S & J Kitchin Ltd that is dated 1945.

It comes with a thick brown leather scabbard that is dated 1944 and also stamped with 83.

The two black composite grip slabs are in good solid condition with a couple of cracks in the slabs near the top. What is unusual about this exampl...  read more

Code: 51408

Antique English Glass Rummer with Engraved Hunting Scene c1800

Here on offer is a beautiful example of an antique glass rummer with a finely engraved shooting scene, probably English circa 1800.

The rummer has been finely engraved with a scene of a huntsman with a gun, aiming at two flying birds set in a wooded tree scene.

The glass in in excellent condition, no damage or repairs just some age related rub marks on the base of ...  read more

Code: 51803

English Compass and Magnifying Glass/Loop Fob Charm c1930

Here on offer is a charming English compass and magnifying glass/loop, fob charm.

I have seen these before in poor condition with the plating worn off and advertised as “antique”. However personally I would date this to early 20th century, circa 1930, albeit it might be earlier?

The main body is made from nickel or chrome plated brass that is in excellent, near min...  read more

Code: 51929