Antique Silver Plated Bronze Medallion Commemorating the death of Friedrich von Schiller in 1805
Here on offer is a large (50mm) antique silver plated bronze medallion commemorating the death of Friedrich von Schiller in 1805.
I believe it was actually made by Allen & Moore in 1850.
On the obverse it depicts the bust of Schiller bare headed, with the words:
FREDk. VON SCHILLER.
Under his bust in tiny letters, it reads:
25.00 GBP
Unusual Antique Deer’s Foot Folding Letter Opener – Souvenir of Edinburgh Castle
Here on offer is an unusual antique deer’s foot, folding letter opener.
It appears to be a souvenir from Edinburgh Castle as the blade has hand written on it:
FROM EDINBURGH CASTLE
This is a very old example of a very rare type of large folding letter opener, of which I have only ever seen one other example.
The deer’... read more
25.00 GBP
Vintage RAF Fighter Command Winners Gilt Brass Plaque - Open Power Duration Event 1955
Here on offer is a very fine example of a gilt brass metal winners plaque, awarded by RAF Fighter Command to the winner of the Open Power Event in 1955.
The ornate metal plaque has been mounted on a black early plastic or possibly Bakelite mount that has a hinged stand on the back, so it can be displayed in a cabinet or on a desk.
The plaque depicts an early monopl... read more
55.00 GBP
1950’s "LONE STAR SCOUT" Repeating Toy Cap Gun with Original Holster - MADE IN ENGLAND
Here on offer is a great example of a vintage, 1950’s period "LONE STAR SCOUT" repeating toy cap gun with its original holster.
Sadly I am old enough to remember these when I was a young boy!
The main body of the gun is made from a metal alloy that has been chrome plated. Some of the plating has worn off through use.
The sides have an ornate raised d... read more
20.00 GBP
Impressive German Gentleman’s Miniature Medal Chain “Frackkette” with Four Medals
Here on offer is a fine example of a German gentleman’s miniature medal chain, known as a “Frackkette”, fitted with four medals.
A Frackkette (or Frackkettchen) is a traditional German miniature medal chain designed to be worn with civilian evening formal wear, specifically a tailcoat or tuxedo, strictly for formal civilian social etiquette.
It features precision-c... read more
95.00 GBP
Vintage Thin Black Swiss Victorinox Double Bladed Watch Case Opener Knife – Branded LOCKHART
Here on offer is a vintage thin black Swiss Victorinox double bladed watch case opener knife, branded with the name “LOCKHART”.
This is an unusual type of a Swiss Victorinox knife that I believe was made as a watch case opener.
It has dual ultra flat, rigid stainless steel blades engineered to slip into tiny case back gaps, without bending.
The grip... read more
Vintage Miniature German Boot Knife with Horn Grip and Original Leather Sheath
Here on offer is a great example of a miniature German boot knife with genuine horn grip and original leather sheath.
The grip is made from a small section of stag antler horn that is fitted with a ribbed polished nickel pommel cap and a tapering ferrule.
The single edged blade is in excellent condition with just some light age staining as shown in my photos.
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25.00 GBP
19th Century Afghan Salawar Short Sword 'Khyber Knife' with 15” Blade and Antler Horn Grip
Here on offer is what I believe is an early 19th century antler horn hilted Indo-Persian Afghan Salawar short sword, more commonly known as the infamous 'Khyber knife’.
This type of sword was the dread of many British soldier’s, serving on the North West Frontier during the 19th and early 20th century.
The 15” hand forged steel blade is actually in great condition,... read more
Impressive RAF Related Antique Winged Car Mascot with an Early RAC Car Badge and RAF Brass Cap Badge
Here on offer is an impressive RAF related antique winged car mascot enhanced with an early RAC car badge and RAF brass cap badge.
From what I can make out, it looks to have possibly been made up from a 1920’s Buick Master “winged” car mascot/radiator cap, that originally would have had a temperature heat gauge in the centre?
Where the gauge would have been fitted,... read more
175.00 GBP