Rare WW2 German army officer’s brass commemorative letter opener - 305th Infantry Division (Wehrmacht) 1945

Here on offer is a rare WW2 senior German army officer’s brass commemorative letter opener that relates to the renowned 305th Infantry Division (Wehrmacht).

The 305th Infantry Division (designated 305. Infanterie-Division in German) was a German Army unit that saw extensive, front-line action during World War II. This division was present at the Battle of Stalingrad, the Battle o...  read more

Code: 50913

Rare WW1 British Officers Webley Revolver Holster with Unusual Leather Backing Plate

Here on offer is a rare and possibly unique WW1 British Officers Webley revolver holster with the addition of an unusual leather backing plate.

This appears to be a standard WW1 British Officers Webley revolver holster that has the addition of a leather backing plate, properly sewn onto the holster.

This would provide additional comfort and protect the uniform from...  read more

Code: 50912

Rare WW2 Deutsches Jungvolk DJ Carved Wooden Letter Opener

Here on offer is an rare and unusual WW2 Deutsches Jungvolk DJ letter opener.

Founded in 1928, the Deutsches Jungvolk in der Hitlerjugend DJ, also DJV; German for "German Youngsters in the Hitler Youth") was the separate section for boys aged 10 to 13 of the Hitler Youth (HJ) organisation in Nazi Germany.

Through a programme of outdoor activities, parades and spor...  read more

Code: 50909

Vintage The Royal Engineers Association Members Lapel Badge

Here on offer is a vintage The Royal Engineers Association member’s gilt and enamel lapel badge.

The badge is in mint condition and retains all its original gilt and enamel detailing on the front.

On the back it retains its pin and “C” clasp and has the details:

LONDON BADGE
0933 650801

It measures 0.9” (2.3cm) high and weighs 3...  read more

Code: 50905

Presentation RAF Squadron Leaders Glass Bottomed Pewter Tankard - “TUG Wilson” 1978

Here on offer is a fine example of a presentation RAF squadron leaders glass bottomed English pewter tankard.

On the front it has engraved:

Sqn Ldr “Tug Wilson”
from his friends
March 78

The tankard itself is in excellent undamaged condition and has a clear glass base and a maker’s name: Pinder Bros of Sheffield.

I can’t...  read more

Code: 50908

WW1 German Trench Art Driving Band Bracelet with Black Enamel Iron Cross

Here on offer is a great example of a WW1 German trench art driving band bracelet with attached black enamel 1914 Iron Cross.

This bracelet has been made from a copper driving band salvaged from a WW1 German artillery shell.

A gilt finish was applied and it retains the original grooved pattern to the outer surface.

A minute detailed brass and black e...  read more

Code: 50906

Cased RADO “DiaStar” JUBILE WRIST WATCH WITH 42 ROUND CUT DIAMONDS - 1998

Here on offer is a truly elegant, genuine, RADO DiaStar Jubilé watch with diamonds and it comes with its original box and guarantee, dated 1998.

This rare RADO Integral DiaStar Jubile Men's watch has hand set Diamond Bezels.

Each side features 21 bezel set diamonds for a total of 42 diamonds.

The strap is made up of Black Ceramic scratch proof links...  read more

Code: 50903

Genuine Aboriginal Australian Woomera Spear Thrower

Here on offer is genuine Aboriginal Australian woomera spear thrower.

This large 33” long spear thrower is I believe, hand carved from a beautiful piece of mulga wood.

It is a 'male' spear thrower, meaning it has a wooden peg at one end that is held in place with kangaroo sinew. This is insert into a conical depression in the bottom of the hunting spears.
...  read more

Code: 50901

WW2 German Pastel Painted Portrait of a German Army Officer Dated September 1942 Russia - K. Knorr

Here on offer is an impressive WW2 German Pastel Painted Portrait of a young German Army Officer dated September 1942 Russia - K. Knorr.

The German Army Officer is portrayed in his uniform, minus his cap, but showing the German army eagle above his right breast pocket.

In the bottom right hand corner is written:

K Knorr RUSSL. 9, 42

Th...  read more

Code: 50889

Antique Bone & Silver Cased Tibetan or Chinese Eating Utensil Kit –Trousse c1820

Here on offer is a rare and beautiful example of an antique Tibetan or North Chinese set of encased eating utensils, consisting of a cow bone handled knife or carving utensil, two cow bone chopsticks, all in a silver over bamboo carrying case.

Another name for a set of these eating utensils is called a "TROUSSE" or Kit.

I understand that similar sets were ...  read more

Code: 50003