Unusual Cased Limited Edition Böker “Masonic” Stockman Knife with Blade by Manfred Sachse c1990

Here on offer is an unusual and rare, limited edition Böker “Masonic” Stockman knife with a beautifully decorated blade by the master blade smith, Manfred Sachse, circa 1990.

It comes in an ebonised wood, hinged case with a black silk lining.

I did try to research this knife but failed to find another example listed or documented anywhere?

Given the...  read more

Code: 51075

Antique Swastika Stickpin made with Seed Pearls Set in Gilt Metal by Plainville Stock Company USA c1890

Here on offer is a fine antique Swastika stickpin that has been made from small seed pearls set in a gilt metal Swastika frame.

Attached to the reverse is a long gilt metal pin that is stamped on the edge with the maker’s mark, PS Co.

This is the mark of the Plainville Stock Company of Plainville, Massachusetts, USA.

I believe this stickpin was made...  read more

Code: 51080

Antique Swastika Brooch made with Seed Pearls Set in Gilt Metal by Plainville Stock Company USA c1890

Here on offer is a fine antique Swastika brooch that has been made from small seed pearls set in a gilt metal Swastika frame.

On the reverse it has its original hinged fixing-pin and “C” clasp. The “C” clasp is actually stamped with the maker’s mark, PS Co

This is the mark of the Plainville Stock Company of Plainville, Massachusetts, USA.

I believe...  read more

Code: 51079

Antique Georgian Period Cut Steel Tweezers with Leather Pouch circa 1820

Here on offer are some antique Georgian period, cut steel tweezers with leather pouch, circa 1820.

The cut spring steel has a patterned edge and they are still in working order, with just some light age staining to the finish of the steel.

They come with a small leather pouch, which is most probably a later addition?

The tweezers measure 3” (7.8cm) l...  read more

Code: 51074

Original Royal Navy Boatswains Bosun Whistle and 52" Long Brass Chain - Named to N. NOONAN

Here on offer is an original Royal Navy boatswains bosun whistle and 52” long brass chain, named to a N. NOONAN.

The only markings stamped on the whistle are the ratings name: N. NOONAN.

I can’t accurately date this example, but from others I have seen I would guess it was from the WW2 period or just after.

It is in excellent condition and working o...  read more

Code: 51072

Period Framed Photo of a Boer War Commando c1900

Here on offer is a genuine period framed photo of a Boer War commando, circa 1900.

The impressive oval sepia photograph of the Boer commando, shows him in a Boer uniform and feather topped hat. There is a slight (minimal) area of lifting to the photo near the bottom edge of the frame. On the back of the frame is the original brown velvet backing cloth.

The glass ...  read more

Code: 51073

WW2 Private Purchased Fixed Blade Commando Style Knife with Leather Sheath

Here on offer is what I believe to be a WW2 period private purchased fixed blade commando style knife with original leather sheath.

This came from an ex-museum stock that was donated by ex-British service men after WW2.

This double-edged knife has seen a “life”, especially the blade that has been really worn down on both sides, through sharpening over the years.read more

Code: 51056

WW2 Private Purchased Fixed Blade 4" Knife with Leather Sheath

Here on offer is what I believe to be a WW2 period private purchased small fixed blade knife with original leather sheath.

This came from an ex-museum stock that was donated by ex-British service men after WW2.

Being small, it was an easy knife to conceal on a service belt under a uniform, similar to the small knives used by SOE personal during WW2.

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Code: 50966

Scarce “The Cornish Tin Mining Lament” Medallion – Limited Edition No. 007 of 500

Here on offer is a rare example of a limited edition number 007 of 500 Art Medals, “The Cornish Tin Mining Lament”. It was issued by the Cornish Tin Company, Callington, Cornwall to mark the end of over 3,000 years of continuous tin mining in Cornwall in 1998.

This large and heavy medallion fits into the category of an “Art Medal”, being made of solid Cornish Tin, weighing approx...  read more

Code: 51069

Extra Photos of "The Cornish Tin Mining Lament"

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Code: 51068