Antique Victorian Horn Champagne Bottle Cigar or Cheroot Cutter c1883

Here on offer is an interesting English Victorian cigar/cheroot cutter in the form of a Champagne bottle.

The body of the bottle is made of carved horn with silver plated metal mounts and mechanism. It also has a ring attached to the top so that it can be attached to a pocket watch chain.

On this fine example the metal label plate on the front has been left blank,...  read more

Code: 50757

Unique Hand Crafted Steel Sculpture in the form of a Tree Trunk with an Axe

Here on offer is a unique sculpture has been skilfully made using molten stainless steel, that has been hand crafted into the form of a section of tree trunk, with an axe attached.

The metalwork artist has used the flow of cooling molten steel to emulate the rough bark of a tree, with domed nodules that look like the points where branches would naturally form.

The ...  read more

Code: 51642

WW1 Large Barrel Match Holder made from the Teak of H.M.S. SIRDAR

Here on offer is a genuine piece of teak wood from H.M.S. SIRDAR that has been made into a ribbed barrel shaped large match holder.

It has a quality polished nickel plaque pinned to the front, which reads:

FROM THE TEAK
OF
H.M.S. SIRDAR

H.M.S. SIRDAR was an “S” Class Destroyer, with a pennant G.27. She was laid down 30/8/1917 and laun...  read more

Code: 51640

Rare 1939 New York World’s Fair - Metal and Enamel Souvenir Keychain

Here on offer is a rare 1939 New York World’s Fair, metal and enamel souvenir keychain.

The 1939 New York World's Fair was an international exposition held in Flushing Meadows–Corona Park in Queens, New York City from April 30, 1939 to October 31, 1940.

The fair's theme was "Building the World of Tomorrow" and commemorated the 150th anniversary of Washington's ina...  read more

Code: 51639

MIB - The New Everett Record Type 1.5ml Syringe c1960

Here on offer is mint in box (MIB) example of The New Everett Record Type 1.5ml Syringe, circa 1960.

I believe this type of hypodermic syringe was mainly used for administering insulin.

The body of the syringe is made from glass and the metal parts are nickel-plated brass.

This example has never been used and makes a great addition to any medical in...  read more

Code: 51638

Antique Victorian Open Frame Spring Assisted Corkscrew Possibly German c1890

Here on offer is a fine antique Victorian open frame, spring assisted corkscrew, possibly German, circa 1890.

It has a steel open frame and strong spring and is of the stye of a German patent in 1883 by Dunisch & Scholer, albeit this example is not maker marked.

It is in working order and excellent condition, with the metal now displaying an aged patina and the car...  read more

Code: 51628

Scarce Hallmarked Silver and Horn Letter Opener by Philippa Jane Merriman 2001

Here on offer is a rare hallmarked silver and bovine cow horn letter opener by Philippa Jane Merriman dating to 2001.

The blade and tang have been made from one piece of beautifully patterned cow horn, that has two flat sections of English sterling silver completing the handle, that are held in place by five silver pins.

Stamped on one section is a clear set of En...  read more

Code: 51629

Georgian Period Deer’s Foot Snuff Mull circa 1830

Here on offer is a scarce and early example of an antique Georgian period deer's foot snuff mull, circa 1830, probably Scottish.

These early Georgian period pieces were made without any metal fittings and are rare to find in this condition.

The snuff mull has removable lid to the top with its original shaped cork lining underneath, that was originally made to fit t...  read more

Code: 51636

Impressive Vintage South African 5” Boar’s Tusk

Here on offer is an impressive vintage South African boar’s tusk fitted with a metal end cap.

This genuine wild boar’s tusk originated from South Africa, where they are breed in captivity as a food source for captive wild cats, so the tusks are a natural bi-product.

The beautiful naturally curved tusk has been polished and actually feels very tactile and comfortabl...  read more

Code: 51635

Original British WW1-2 Period Blue Stable 'Trophy' Belt

Here on offer is an original WW1-2 period stable belt that has had cloth and cap badges attached by its original owner.

A stable belt would originally have been worn by a cavalryman when working in and around stables - hence the name. But gradually their use spread to all units of the British army.

This style of belt was popular with soldiers during WW1 and WW2. ...  read more

Code: 50925