1913 Chester Hallmarked Silver Handled Shoe Horn by J & R Griffin
Here on offer an antique shoe horn with a Chester hallmarked ornate silver handle, crafted by Joseph & Richard Griffin in 1913.
The sturdy shaft is made from steel and marked STEEL, near the handle and is in excellent condition.
Stamped on the handle between the raised scroll work is a clear set of English silver hallmarks, the Lion Passant for English silver (925... read more
25.00 GBP
Unusual 21” WWI Carved Wooden Trench Raiding Club with Internal Lead Weighted Tip
Here on offer is what appears to be a WWI trench raiding club that has been skilfully carved from a branch of wood, possibly blackthorn. The tip has an internal lead weight fitted similar to the type fitted to officially issued British clubs, at the time.
The branch has been carved in the centre section, in such a way as to leave a dozen protruding ‘nodules’ distributed around th... read more
Beautiful Edward VII Court Sword with Scabbard and Ornate Bullion Knot c1905
Here on offer is fine example of British Edward VII Court dress sword that I have owned and case displayed for over 50 years, in my private collection.
It retains much of its original ‘fire’ gilt finish and comes with its gilt brass and black leather scabbard and ornate bullion knot.
The knuckle bow hilt is made from gilt brass, topped with a gilt pierced Edwardia... read more
Impressive Victorian Court Sword with Scabbard and Ornate Bullion Knot by Ede & Son, London
Here on offer is fine example of British Victorian Court dress sword that I have owned and case displayed for over 50 years, in my private collection.
It retains much of its original ‘fire’ gilt finish and comes with its gilt brass and black leather scabbard and ornate bullion knot, making a beautiful and hard to find, display sword.
The knuckle bow hilt is made f... read more
Cornish Light Infantry Military Glass Paperweight
Here on offer is a Cornish Light Infantry, military glass paperweight.
The circular slightly concave shaped glass paperweight depicts the crest of the Cornish Light Infantry along with their regimental colours.
The base is fitted with a dark blue felt covering.
It is in excellent condition, with just s tiny chip to the left-hand top edge, as shown in... read more
5.00 GBP
Vintage French Novelty Mechanical Bird Cigarette Dispenser c1960
Here on offer is vintage French, possibly by Brevete, novelty mechanical bird cigarette dispenser circa 1960.
It has been made from a strong durable plastic that has been coloured to highlight the bird and surroundings.
The cigarettes are placed inside the lidded box and when the bird is pushed forward, it stoops and picks up a single cigarette from a tray that ex... read more
25.00 GBP
WW1 – The Edmonton Green Committee (London) – Wounded Soldiers’ Fund - Metal and Celluloid Matchbox Cover
Here on offer is an early WW1 metal and celluloid matchbox cover, from The Edmonton Green Committee (London), in aid of the Wounded Soldiers’ Fund, 1914 – 1915.
The front depicts the framed words:
From
The Edmonton Green Committee
In aid of the Wounded Soldiers’ Fund
Then it also lists the names of the leading members, president, etc…... read more
30.00 GBP