WW1 German Trench Art Gilt Copper Driving Band Bangle Engraved with Initials F K and Stamped D.R.G.M and maker KIAG c1914

Here on offer is an impressive WW1 German Trench Art gilt copper driving band bangle. It is engraved with initials F K and stamped D.R.G.M and has a maker mark of KIAG, circa 1914.

This bangle has been made from a copper driving band salvaged from a WW1 German artillery shell.

A gilt finish has been applied and it retains the original grooved driving band pattern t...  read more

Code: 52204

Unusual Antique English Hallmarked Silver Swastika “Good Luck” Bangle by Arthur Johnson Smith 1923

Here on offer is an unusual English hallmarked silver Swastika bangle by Arthur Johnson Smith, dating to 1923, so now an antique piece!

In the 1920s, the swastika was a popular good luck charm in jewellery, long before its negative association with Nazism became widespread, making these pieces historical artifacts of that era's design.

I am aware that lot of early...  read more

Code: 52194

REPRODUCTION XI OLYMPIADE BERLIN 1936 Olympic Games Brandenburg Gate White Enamel Pin Badge

Here on offer is what I believe is a REPRODUCTION XI OLYMPIADE BERLIN 1936 Olympic Games Brandenburg Gate white enamel pin badge, which is actually a good copy of the original badge.

I have actually owned this badge for over 40 years but as it doesn’t have any maker markings, I am listing it as a reproduction piece? Please see my photos to make your own mind up.

Th...  read more

Code: 51504

Beautiful Antique Miniature Silver and Bone Magnifying Glass with London Import Mark c1920

Here on offer is a beautiful antique miniature silver and bone magnifying glass with a small suspension ring, circa 1920.

The handle on this piece is made from bone and just has a small hairline crack, near the top, where the suspension ring and pin is fitted. It attaches snuggly to the ribbed silver stem section of the magnifying glass.

The ribbed section has been...  read more

Code: 52202

Early Pattern Airborne Walking Tour Bronze Police Sports Association Participants Souvenir Medal with Ribbon

Here on offer is an original and early pattern Airborne Walking Tour bronze Police Sports Association, participants souvenir medal.

The annual Airborne Walking Tour was started in 1947 to honour those who fought for the liberation of our country in the September 1944.

It is a tribute to the 1,700 and more British and Polish parachutist soldiers who died and were b...  read more

Code: 52201

Short British Military Police Wooden Truncheon c1960

Here on offer is what I am told is a short version of a British Police truncheon, circa 1960.

It has been well made from what looks to be a lighter wood than the normal hardwoods that were used on earlier versions.

It retains a cord loop threaded through the top of the grip.

These smaller truncheons are actually hard to come by in such good condition...  read more

Code: 52200

Unusual 7” Bowie Bladed Knife with WW2 German SS/SA Dagger Style Grip by WHITBY Solingen Germany c1960

Here on offer is an unusual 7” bowie bladed knife with WW2 German SS/SA Dagger style grip by WHITBY Solingen Germany, circa 1960.

It has a sturdy 7” stainless steel bowie shaped blade with a 6.5” cutting edge. The only markings on the blade are the makers details, stamped on one side of the ricasso:

WHITBY
SOLINGEN
GERMANY

The blade is ...  read more

Code: 52199

WW1 German Trench Art Driving Band Gilt Bangle with Safety Chain

Here on offer is a great example of a WW1 German trench art driving band gilt bangle with safety chain.

This bangle has been made from a copper driving band salvaged from a WW1 German artillery shell.

A gilt finish was applied and it retains the original grooved driving band pattern to the outer surface.

It is hinged on one side, with the opposite si...  read more

Code: 52187

Fine Antique French Letter Opener with Ornate Silver Bolster and Ebony Handle by E. Page & Co. of Lyon c1900

Here on offer is a fine antique French letter opener with an ornate silver bolster and ebony handle by E. Page & Co. of Lyon, France circa 1900.

This is actually a well-made and useful letter opener with a undamaged double edged blade.

The antique steel blade now shows signs of age darkening to the finish and is engraved on one side with:

E. Page et...  read more

Code: 52198

Modern Mini Tanto Knife with Acid Etched Damascus Blade - Wooden Grip and Leatherette Sheath

Here on offer is a modern mini Tanto knife with acid etched Damascus blade, wooden grip and leatherette sheath.

This is actually a well-made and useful little knife, with a sharp blade, ideal for opening boxes, etc.

It classic Tanto shaped stainless steel blade has been acid etched to create an impressive dark Damascus steel pattern.

The grip scales ...  read more

Code: 52197