Third Reich Gilt Aluminium “Lion Face” Kriegsmarine Dagger Hangers

Here on offer a beautiful pair of Third Reich gilt aluminium “Lion Face” Kriegsmarine dagger hangers that retain nearly all their bright gilt finish.

They are in near mint condition, there is just the slightest loss of the bright gilt finish on the clips on the long strap, that means I won't list them as mint.

My understanding is that after 1938 the standard Kriegs...  read more

Code: 50977

Letter Opener made from the Timber of – H.M.S. CORNWALL - Launched in 1815

Here on offer is a genuine piece of teak wood from

H.M.S. CORNWALL

made into a fine tapered letter opener that is in perfect condition, no splits or chips to the edges.

It has a metal plaque pinned to the front, which reads:

FROM THE TIMBER OF
H.M.S. CORNWALL
LAUNCHED BOMBAY 1815

Some history relating to t...  read more

Code: 50564

Vintage 9.5” Vinyl Kewpie Doll

Here on offer is a bit of fun, being a 9.5” soft vinyl vintage Kewpie doll.

The are no maker’s marks that I can see, but most likely made by Jesco and Cameo Co. USA, in the 1960’s.

This version has fixed legs and arms, but a movable head.

It retains the colouring to its face and eyes but does have a slight grubby finish to the front.

I...  read more

Code: 50962

1897 Diamond Jubilee Queen Victoria Copper Medal

Here on offer is an 1897 Queen Victoria Copper Diamond Jubilee medal by H Grueber & Co.

It was made to celebrate 60 years of her reign from 1837 to 1897.

Obverse depicts four generations of the royal family – Queen Victoria and future kings Edward VII, George V and Edward VIII.

The reverse shows four shields surrounded by the legend “TO COMMEMORATE T...  read more

Code: 50952

Royal Life Saving Society Bronze Medal to Emily Dex - 1912 with Red Leatherette Case

Here on offer is a fine early example of a Royal Life Saving Society medal that was awarded to a

Emily Dex in May 1912.

The bronze medal is in excellent condition and retains all its fine detailing with a fine age patina finish to the metal.

It is approximately 1.2” (3cm) diameter with a claw and suspension ring at the top.

The obve...  read more

Code: 50951

Unique Framed Litho Print of a RAF Hawk T.1A ‘XX205’ from 92 Squadron, RAF Chivenor, Signed by Members of the Squadron c1992

Here on offer is a unique framed litho print of a RAF B.A.E. Hawk T.1A ‘XX205’ from 92 Squadron signed by members of the squadron, circa 1992.

Probably as part of a training course that used that aircraft, various pilots from the Squadron have signed the print, in ink and pencil. Some of the comments have faded over time and a couple below the aircraft can’t be read anymore.
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Code: 50948

Original Third Reich Issue of the SS educational Booklet - SS – LEITHEFT – February 1944

Many years ago I acquired a set of five original Third Reich issues of the SS educational periodical booklet:

SS – LEITHEFT

On offer here is issue - 10. JAHRGANG . HEFT 2, 1944

This translates to a 10th year issue for February 1944.

They are also known as the “SS Leadership Magazine” and where published from 1934 to 1945.

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Code: 50021

Original Third Reich Issue of the SS educational Booklet - SS – LEITHEFT – April 1944

Many years ago I acquired a set of five original Third Reich issues of the SS educational periodical booklet:

SS – LEITHEFT

On offer here is issue - 10. JAHRGANG . HEFT 4, 1944

This translates to a 10th year issue for April 1944.

They are also known as the “SS Leadership Magazine” and where published from 1934 to 1945.

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Code: 50023

Original Third Reich Issue of the SS educational Booklet - SS – LEITHEFT – March 1944

Many years ago I acquired a set of five original Third Reich issues of the SS educational periodical booklet:

SS – LEITHEFT

On offer here is issue - 10. JAHRGANG . HEFT 3, 1944

This translates to a 10th year issue for March 1944.

They are also known as the “SS Leadership Magazine” and where published from 1934 to 1945.

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Code: 50022

Original Third Reich Issue of the SS educational Booklet - SS – LEITHEFT – January 1944

Many years ago I acquired a set of five original Third Reich issues of the SS educational periodical booklet:

SS – LEITHEFT

On offer here is issue - 10. JAHRGANG . HEFT 1, 1944

This translates to a 10th year issue for January 1944.

They are also known as the “SS Leadership Magazine” and where published from 1934 to 1945.

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Code: 50020