Genuine WW1 British Bronze Death Plaque (Death Penny) for WILLIAM HETHERINGTON

Here on offer is a WW1 1914-1918 British bronze death plaque, which is also known as the Death Penny.

This is a fine example of a GENUINE bronze memorial plaque issued to the next of kin of those who died during WW1, or those who died later from causes attributable to service.

This particular example was awarded to:

WILLIAM HETHERINGTON

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Code: 52215

WW2 48th Canadian Highlanders Cap Badge with Tartan Backing Mounted on a Wooden Plaque – “B” Company 1941 with Extra Tartan Patch

Here on offer is an unusual WW2 48th Canadian Highlanders cap badge with an original tartan backing, that has been mounted on a handmade shield shaped wooden plaque, possibly made from oak?

The plaque has some writing in gold on it that reads as:

1941

B Coy. (B Company)

This is clearly a commemorative piece that relates to a soldier ...  read more

Code: 52214

Good REPRODUCTION Scottish Highland Officer’s Basket Sword 1828 Pattern with Plated Scabbard c1980

Here on offer is actually a good quality example of a REPRODUCTION Scottish Highland Officer’s Basket Sword 1828 pattern with plated scabbard.

This reproduction 1828 pattern Highlander Officers sword was most likely made in India, but many years ago now, given the fading to the red basket liner. I have been told probably back in the 1980’s?

As reproductions go thi...  read more

Code: 51632

Extra Photos of Scottish Sword

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Code: 51631

Mint Stainless Steel Pruning Knife with Oak Grips

Here on offer is a mint condition pruning knife with oak grips

The grip is made up from two light coloured oak slabs, which held in place by five metal pins. There is also hole at the end for a lanyard or cord.

The curved stainless blade has the maker’s mark, a “K” in a crossed circle, etched on one side of the blade. I’m afraid I have no idea who this maker is?read more

Code: 52212

Scarce German Badge Relating to the Wasserkuppe Mountain in Rhön the "Birthplace of Gliding" c1930

Here on offer is a scare German commemorative souvenir or award badge relating to the Wasserkuppe Mountain in the Rhön region of Germany, that is known as the "Birthplace of Gliding", circa 1930.

The badge is made from plastic and the upper part depicts the famous Aviator Memorial (Fliegerdenkmal) located on the Wasserkuppe. It features a bronze eagle perched atop a basalt rock p...  read more

Code: 52210

Rare Victorian Sunderland and Tyne Lustre Pottery Plate by Scott’s Southwick Pottery depicting A FRIGATE in FULL SAIL c1860

Here on offer is a fine example of a rare antique Victorian Sunderland and Tyne lustre pottery plate by Scott’s Southwick Pottery, depicting “a Frigate in Full Sail”, circa 1860.

Some information relating to Moore & Co's Wear Pottery and Scott's Southwick Pottery

My understanding is that the plates and jugs with these ship transfers where always unmarked. The trans...  read more

Code: 51644

Fine MOKI Stainless Steel Lock Back Pocket Knife c1999

Here on offer is a fine MOKI, stainless steel lock back pocket knife, circa 1999.

I have owned this knife from new and it is in mint condition. It is the last remaining MOKI knife from my original collection.

I purchased it back on 1999 when I stared to collect the “Knife of the Year Series”.

Even though it is not a limited edition knife, I had to bu...  read more

Code: 52206

Fine Ornate Antique Norwegian Silver Spoon by Christiansen & Svendsen, Trondhjem, Norway c1910

Here on offer is a fine ornate antique Norwegian silver spoon by Christiansen & Svendsen, Trondhjem, of Norway, circa 1910.

On the handle it depicts ornate scroll work and the image of a crowned king, possibly Saint Olaf, who is the Patron of Norway.

Olaf Haraldsson was born in Ringerike, Norway, c. 995-1030, the son of Harald Grenske, a Viking lord.

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Code: 52203

Beautiful Antique Miniature Silver and Bone Magnifying Glass with London Import Mark c1920

Here on offer is a beautiful antique miniature silver and bone magnifying glass with a small suspension ring, circa 1920.

The handle on this piece is made from bone and just has a small hairline crack, near the top, where the suspension ring and pin is fitted. It attaches snuggly to the ribbed silver stem section of the magnifying glass.

The ribbed section has been...  read more

Code: 52202