French Ministry of War - Bronze Medallion for Military Physical Training Preparation - Prize of The Minister c1911

Here on offer is a cased example of a French Ministry of War - Bronze Medallion for Military Physical Training Preparation - Prize of The Minister circa 1911.

This very large solid bronze medallion has on the obverse the image of La Patrie seated on a cannon showing a young soldier the feats of arms of the French Army.

Around the edge are the words:

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Code: 50661

Near Mint WW2 German Red Cross Officers Dagger with Hangers and Portepee/Knot

Here on offer is near mint example of a Red Cross Officers dagger complete with the correct hangers and portepee/knot.

The dagger is in near mint condition with a bright nickel-plating finish to all the mounts and fittings, including the scabbard.

The oval shaped pommel is in near mint condition, there is just a tiny spot on the reverse edge that has lost its pla...  read more

Code: 50853

Unusual WW1 Menin Gate Souvenir - Ballpoint Pen with Large White Celluloid Feather

Here on offer is an unusual WW1 souvenir that is a ballpoint pen fitted with a large white celluloid feather, to look like a Victorian dip pen.

The feather is actually very detailed and appears to be made from an early celluloid or plastic and fits snuggly to a smooth gilt brass pen grip.

Printed on the feather is a coloured image of the famous Menin Gate at Ypres ...  read more

Code: 50868

Ornate Victorian Hallmarked Silver Brooch 1889

Here on offer is an ornate Victorian solid silver brooch that is fully hallmarked and was assayed in Birmingham in 1889.

I think this brooch originally started life as a pocket watch fob as it still has the loop at the top where a ring would have been fitted.

I have seen this type of conversion before and it related to “mourning” memorabilia.
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Code: 50857

Personalised WW2 Blue Painted Perspex RAF Wings Emblem Brooch with Initial “K”

Here on offer is a unique example of a personalised WW2, blue painted perspex RAF Wings emblem brooch with an inlaid brass initial “K”.

My understanding this was made from the perspex recovered from the canopies of damaged WW2 RAF fighter and bomber aircraft, such as Spitfires, Lancaster’s etc.

The main section of the brooch is made from one piece of perspex and t...  read more

Code: 50856

Unusual Vintage Metal and Brass Model Artillery Cannon that Fires Blank Caps

Here on offer is a really well engineered vintage pressed metal and brass model artillery cannon that actually fires blank caps.

I think this was ‘factory’ made and is possibly German in origin, but I can’t find a makers name or stamp on it.

The main chassis and wheels are made from a thick pressed and folded steel metal and the firing mechanism and barrel are form...  read more

Code: 50104

Cased Bristol Humane Society Long Distance Swimming Medal Awarded to Albert Hardy in 1909

Here on offer is cased Bristol Humane Society long distance swimming medal awarded to Albert Hardy in 1909.

The medal itself is cast from a white metal alloy and comes with its original red leather covered case that has some scuff marks to the exterior.

On the obverse, the medal has the following details in raised letters:

BRISTOL HUMANE SOCIETY (set...  read more

Code: 50845

WW2 Royal Navy Silver and Enamel Sweetheart Bar Brooch

Here on offer is a great example of a WW2 Royal Navy silver and enamel sweetheart brooch.

The brooch is made of solid silver and has SILVER in raised letters on the reverse.It also tests positive for 925 Sterling grade silver.

All the royal blue and red enamel is in place on the WW2 Royal Navy badge on the front.

On the reverse it still retains its o...  read more

Code: 50851

Scarce Vintage UK Police Woman’s Short Truncheon in Ebony Wood, circa 1960

Here on offer is what I am told is an original 1960's UK Police Woman's Short Truncheon.

It has been made from what I think is a heavy, dark brown ebony wood.

It still retains a leather strap that is stitched in place around the recess at the top of the handle.

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

Code: 50846

MINT Vintage Cased Mother of Pearl folding Knife by Herbertz Messer Nr. 496

Here on offer is a mint vintage cased mother of pearl grip, folding knife (Nr.496) with a beautifully hand worked ridge and spring edge by Herbertz Messer, Solingen.

The grip is made up of 3 sections of beautiful mother of pearl on each side and polished nickel silver bolsters.

The top edge of the spring plate has a smooth serrated worked finish, that continues alo...  read more

Code: 50847