Miniature Wilkinson Sword – Royal Artillery Sword – Mint in Box

Here on offer is a ‘mint in box’ miniature Royal Artillery Sword by Wilkinson Sword.

This stainless steel miniature has been in its case since it was manufactured and never been used.

Established in 1772, Wilkinson Swords no longer manufacture swords.

The Royal Artillery Sword pattern originated in the mid 1850’s and the three-bar hilt style was us...  read more

Code: 50677

Miniature Wilkinson Sword – The Mortuary Sword – Mint in Box

Here on offer is a ‘mint in box’ miniature The Mortuary Sword by Wilkinson Sword.

This beautifully crafted miniature has a stainless steel blade that is ornately engraved ‘THE MORTUARY SWORD’ along with the Wilkinson Sword Crest and Queens Crown.

It comes with a card of authenticity that also has a brief description on the reverse.

The miniature com...  read more

Code: 50674

Miniature Wilkinson Sword – The Mary Rose Sword – Mint in Box

Here on offer is a ‘mint in box’ miniature The Mary Rose Sword by Wilkinson Sword.

This beautifully crafted miniature has a stainless steel blade that is ornately engraved ‘THE MARY ROSE SWORD’ along with the Wilkinson Sword Crest and Queens Crown.

The beautiful hilt is in the style of the 16th century sword that was found under the hull of the Mary Rose.
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Code: 50673

WW1 USCE Nickel Full Hunter Pocket Compass by Taylor of Rochester, NY, circa 1918

Here on offer is WWI Era nickel full hunter USCE ( U.S. Corp of Engineers) compass by Taylor of Rochester, New York, that is in working order.

I believe this style of compass was made between 1915a and 1920 by Taylor of Rochester, New York, with a nickel or brass outer case.

From what I can make out the back of the case would have been stamped with the letters USCE...  read more

Code: 50667

Antique Victorian Finely Carved Ivory “Pea Pod” Needle Case circa 1880

Here on offer is an antique Victorian finely carved ivory “Pea Pod” needle case, circa 1880.

The needle case has been so accurately carved to look like a real Pea Pod, with the bumps of the peas in a pod and even a short stork.

The top section just pulls off allowing needles to be inserted or removed as required.

It is in excellent condition with no ...  read more

Code: 50668

Vintage German made North Brazilian “Faca de Ponta” Knife with Leather Sheath c1930

Here on offer is a fine example of vintage German made North Brazilian “Faca de Ponta” knife with its original leather sheath.

My belief is these very fine knives where made in Solingen Germany by a number of makers, for export to Brazil and where made between 1927 and 1940.

They where made to be carried by the “wealthy” Brazilian’s as a form of protection and wher...  read more

Code: 50656

Art Deco Hallmarked Silver Cased Faux Tortoiseshell Comb, by Turner & Simpson Ltd 1932

Here on offer is a beautiful Art Deco hallmarked silver cased faux tortoiseshell comb, by Turner & Simpson Ltd, Legge Lane, Birmingham, dated to 1932.

I would say this is a ladies purse or handbag sized comb and is finished with a stunning Art Deco style machine etched geometric pattern.

On both sections of comb case there are an impressed set of English silver hal...  read more

Code: 50654

Antique Silver Plated American Postman's Hat Table Snuffbox - William Barthman of New York circa 1890

Here on offer is an antique silver plated American Postman's hat style table snuffbox.

The miniature metal hat has been very well made and shows fine detailing of cloth texturing around the rim and sides along with a twisted rope copper cord across the front, that has buttons and knots on either side.

The circular top fits snuggly and lifts off to reveal a gilt in...  read more

Code: 50652

Unique Victorian Carved Horn and Silver Horse Leg Shaped Snuff Holder

Here on offer is a unique and rare Victorian horn and silver snuff holder that has been hand carved into a horse’s leg and hoof.

I have seen a few antique walking canes with horn horse leg handles, but never a snuff holder.

All the metal fittings are test as 925-grade silver but there are no hallmarks or makers details.

The horse leg has been beauti...  read more

Code: 50645

Erotic Antique Victorian Nude Lady on a Chamber Pot – Cigar/Cheroot Cutter

Here on offer is an amusing and erotic antique Victorian cigar or cheroot cutter made in the form of a nude lady sitting on a chamber pot.

The lady figure and pot are made from brass with a fitted steel “V” blade as the cutter.

It operates by moving her legs to open the bottom of the chamber pot, to allow a small cigar or cheroot to be inserted. Then by pushing the...  read more

Code: 50649