Commemoration of Olympic Games 1896- 1984 Collectors Medal - Fencing – Melbourne 1956

Here on offer is a Commemoration of Olympic Games 1896- 1984 collectors medal, that depicts Fencing – Melbourne 1956.

There was a whole series of these medals made, that depicted different events that took place in the Olympic Games.

This medal is for Fencing that took place in the Melbourne games back in 1856.

The medal is made from a metal alloy an...  read more

Code: 51092

WW2 RAF Booklet – The Story of a Brave Shropshire Airman - Flight-Lieutenant Eric Stanley Lock, DSO, DFC with Bar

Here on offer is a scarce WW2 period booklet that tells the story of the famous RAF fighter pilot, Flight-Lieutenant Eric Stanley Lock, DSO, DFC with Bar.

The small booklet is titled:

The Story of a Brave Shropshire Airman

It was originally sold for one shilling and the proceeds were used in support of the Royal Air Force Pilot’s and Crews fund.
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Code: 51098

Antique Silver Plated Bronze Medallion Commemorating the death of Friedrich von Schiller in 1805

Here on offer is a large (50mm) antique silver plated bronze medallion commemorating the death of Friedrich von Schiller in 1805.

I believe it was actually made by Allen & Moore in 1850.

On the obverse it depicts the bust of Schiller bare headed, with the words:

FREDk. VON SCHILLER.

Under his bust in tiny letters, it reads:
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Code: 51093

Original WW2 Souvenir of Italy Campaign Link Bracelet dated 1945

Here on offer is an original WW2 souvenir of Italy campaign link bracelet, dated 1945.

It seems to be made from silver plated brass and has a larger central plaque with an elliptically rounded shape.

These bracelets usually depict the campaigns and battles the soldier was involved in and vary from bracelet to bracelet.

On the front in relief is the ...  read more

Code: 51085

Scarce Large Commemorative Aluminium Medallion for The Aluminium Company Limited London in 1889

Here on offer is a large (50mm) commemorative aluminium medallion produced using the Deville-Castner process, for The Aluminium Company Limited London in 1889.

This medallion marks a turning point in the history of this metal and its applications. At this time, aluminium transformed from an expensive material to an inexpensive metal that could be used commonly in construction and...  read more

Code: 51095

Commemorative Gilt Bronze Medallion for the Coronation King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra 1902

Here on offer is a large (52mm) commemorative gilt bronze medallion for the coronation King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra in 1902.

On the obverse is the image of the conjoined busts of Their Majesties bare heads facing left.

The engraver's initials “G.F M.B.Ld” are on the right of the King's bust. This relates to George Frampton.

The script around ...  read more

Code: 51091

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

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

French WWI Military Issue Treen Etui Necessaire Needle Holder/Sewing Kit

Here on offer is an antique French WWI military issue treen etui necessaire needle holder/sewing kit.

This wonderfully tactile etui is carved on a lathe from boxwood and was issued to French soldiers during WWI. The sewing kit was designed to be as comprehensive as possible, catering for repairs while deployed in the conflict.

This necessaire separates into three p...  read more

Code: 51066