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

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

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

Stunning Antique Silver Plated Domed Cigarette Case with Scrolling Designs and Faux Tortoiseshell Interior by J.C.Ltd

Here on offer is a top quality antique silver plated domed cigarette case with scrolling designs and faux tortoiseshell interior.

The case is made from a heavy gauge E.P.N.S. metal that has had a thick layer of silver plating applied.

Each of the case covers are slightly domed and it has smooth rounded edges, making it a very tactile piece to hold and use.
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Code: 50843

WW2 Returned Sailors Soldiers & Airmen’s - Australian Imperial League Lapel Badge with “66” Year Clasp

Here on offer is a WW2/vintage returned Sailors Soldiers & Airmen’s - Australian Imperial League lapel badge with additional “66” year clasp.

This badge was issued to the returned serving personnel of the sailors, soldiers and airmen’s services. It was first introduced in a different form in 1916 and continued through and beyond WW2.

The badge is made of brass wi...  read more

Code: 50841

Interesting Set of Deluxe WW2 German Army Officers Dagger Hangers

Here on offer is an interesting set of Deluxe WW2 German Army Officers Dagger Hangers.

Although these deluxe hangers have clearly been worn and have lost a lot of their original finish, they show possible remains of a gilt wash that was used for Wehrmacht Generals.

You can only see the gold colouring in a more sub dewed light than my photos show. It may well be tha...  read more

Code: 50840

Large Antique Nickel Plated Metal Car Pincushion

Here on offer is an unusual large antique plated metal car pincushion, probably from the early 1900’s.

The car itself seems to have been cast in one piece and then a steel pate has been soldered to cover the base.

The car itself is in excellent undamaged condition and retains 99% of its original nickel plating with some age related patination to the finish.
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Code: 50831

Vintage Obsolete US Air Force Security Police (AFSP) Badge - Miniature Size - Badge No. A45882

Here on offer is a great example of a now obsolete miniature size, US Air Force Security Police (AFSP) Badge, with the Badge No. A45882.

This quality badge is in overall excellent condition and still retains its bright finish. It retains its fixing pin on the reverse and locking ‘C’ clasp.

Here is some information relating to the AFSP.

Operational be...  read more

Code: 50819

Vintage Obsolete US Air Force Security Police (AFSP) Badge - Full Size - Badge No. G2872

Here on offer is a great example of a now obsolete full size, US Air Force Security Police (AFSP) Badge, with the Badge No. G2872.

The heavy badge is in overall excellent condition and still retains its bright finish. It retains its long fixing pin on the reverse but has lost the locking section to the ‘C’ clasp, so it won’t stay closed.

Here is some information re...  read more

Code: 50817