WW2 Trench Art “20mm Cartridge” Brass and Steel Petrol Table Lighter
Here on offer is an impressive WW2 trench art brass and steel petrol table lighter.
The top cone section is from the top of a 20mm cartridge and the lower section has been made up from a large calibre artillery cartridge igniter, that I can’t identify?
Many countries have used 20mm anti-aircraft guns during WW2, on board ships, on land and they were also popular on... read more
55.00 GBP
Rare Antique Hand Carved Wooden Native Indian Chief Pipe Rack c1900
The carved heads themselves are very detailed and depict the style of the classic Native Indian Chief, as often seen on large carved cigar store advertising figures of that period.
I can only find similar examples of Indian Chief head pipes, but no pipe racks, making this a very rare and highly collectable piece of early Native Indian art.
The pipe rack is in great... read more
250.00 GBP
Unique WW2 British Dispatch Rider or Paratroopers Helmet made into a “Pull-A-Long” Toy Tortoise
Here on offer is what appears to be a WW2 British Dispatch Rider or Paratroopers Helmet that has made into a wonderful “Pull A Long” Toy Tortoise.
I am no expert when it comes to WW2 helmets, but I am pretty sure it isn’t a Paratroopers Helmet, as I believe these where constructed of steel and this one is made from fibre.
The old gent I bought it from along with ... read more
85.00 GBP
Cased Pair of Hallmarked Silver Winston Churchill Centenary 1874 - 1974 Goblets by Toye Kenning & Spencer Limited Edition - 435 & 436 of 500
Here on offer is a cased pair of limited edition hallmarked solid sterling silver “Winston Churchill Centenary 1874 – 1974” goblets, by Toye Kenning & Spencer Ltd.
These fine quality limited edition goblets were produced to commemorate the Winston Churchill centenary in 1974. They are individually numbered 435 and 436 of a worldwide issue of only 500 goblets and are highly coll... read more
275.00 GBP
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