Pocket Forecaster by Negratti & Zimbra London in original box with instructions c1920

Here on offer is a scarce example of a pocket forecaster by Negratti & Zimbra of London, in its original box, complete with instructions, circa 1920.

The pocket forecaster is constructed using three concentric discs, made from an early celluloid.

The white base disc displays “Direction of Wind” and has the maker’s “Negretti & Zambra, London,” around the edge.
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Code: 51243

Art Deco Period Diamante Cluster and Silver Set Earrings c1936

Here on offer is a beautiful pair of Art Deco period diamante cluster and silver set earrings, circa 1936.

I just thought these may keep you partner happy as you explain you have bought yet another expensive piece of militaria for your ever-growing collection! 

They have been made of high-quality faceted lead crystal glass diamantes and are set in sterling silver....  read more

Code: 51240

WW2 Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm Perspex “WINGS” Sweetheart Pendant Necklace

Here on offer is a rare hand made example of a WW2 Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm Perspex “WINGS” shaped sweetheart pendant necklace.

I was told from the family I bought it from, that it was made from the Perspex canopy of a damaged WW2 fighter plane and the cut-out crown and anchor from a Navy Officers brass button.

The beautifully made Perspex ribbed “WINGS” are set i...  read more

Code: 50039

Traditional Wooden British Police Truncheon with Black Leather Carry Case c1950

Here on offer is a fine example of a vintage British Police truncheon with its original black leather carry case, circa 1950.

The British Bobby (policeman) was actually created by the early Victorian Prime Minister Robert Peel (1788-1850). Initially they were known as "Peelers" but the term "Bobby" being short for Robert was soon part of the language.

Here we have...  read more

Code: 51233

Large Antique English Hallmarked Silver Watch Fob with Shield Engraved - FA AC 1893 - by Charles Edward Soloman - 1892

Here on offer is the large antique English silver watch fob with a shield cartouche engraved with “FA AC 1893”, made by Charles Edward Soloman in 1892.

The front of the fob shows some ornate chisel work with a pierced leaf and scroll design, with a raised ribbon and shield cartouche.

The raised shield shaped cartouche has been engraved with:

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Code: 51239

Boer War Coin Brooch made from a 2-Shilling Silver ZAR Coin 1897 fitted in a Hallmarked Silver Brooch Cartwheel Frame c1900

Here on offer is a Boer War sweetheart coin brooch made with a 2-shilling silver ZAR (Zuid Afrikaansche Republiek) coin dated 1897.

The coin is fitted into a hallmarked silver brooch cartwheel frame, that uses a locking mechanism that means the coin can be removed as and when required.

The solid silver South African Republic (Transvaal) 2-shiliing coin was engraved...  read more

Code: 51205

Fine Victorian English Silver Vesta Case by Constantine & Floyd Ltd 1896

Here on offer is an elegant antique Victorian solid silver Vesta Case by Constantine & Floyd Ltd, dating to 1896.

The Vesta Case has been beautifully engraved with ornate floral scrollwork on the front and back. The front also has two engraved gothic initials:

G H

in a circular cartouche.

There are four very tiny raised "pin heads" of ...  read more

Code: 50796

Antique Cased Bronze Medallion from Marling School Stroud Awarded for 220yds Athletic Race - to J.H. VINER in 1924

Here on offer is a fine antique cased bronze medallion from Marling School, located in Stroud, Gloucestershire, England, complete with its fitted presentation case.

It was awarded to the winner of the 220yds junior handicapped athletic race, a J.H. VINER in 1924.

Marling School is the oldest secondary school for boys in Stroud, having been founded in 1887 by Sir ...  read more

Code: 51234

WW2 RAF Aerial Propaganda Leaflet Dropped over France – Dated 5th January 1943

Here on offer is a surviving copy of an RAF aerial propaganda leaflet that were dropped over France during WW2.

This copy is dated 5th January 1943.

This scarce example of the “Le Courrier De L’Air” that translates to “The Air Mail” has the headline: The Russian offensive grows and accelerates.

Apparently, thousands of copies of this type of leaflet ...  read more

Code: 51238

WW2 RAF Aerial Propaganda Leaflet Dropped over France – Dated 31st December 1942

Here on offer is a surviving copy of an RAF aerial propaganda leaflet that were dropped over France during WW2.

This copy is dated 31st December 1942.

This scarce example of the “Le Courrier De L’Air” that translates to “The Air Mail” has the headline: General de Gaulle will form an army of 300,000 men.

Apparently, thousands of copies of this type of...  read more

Code: 51237