Flare Pistol / Gun - Relic Condition - RAF issue
An absolute monster in the hand and of considerable weight. The flare pistol was a feature of every day life in the trenches but this one looks larger than those found as issued to the British Army with a 1.5 inch muzzle. Apparently this is a RAF issue recovered from the seabed. This is completely seized up so no need for a firearms licence and I cannot see any markings. Painted with black... read more
120.00 GBP
Welsh Guards Other Ranks Brass Waist Belt Clasp (WBC), QEII issue
Matched and fits together well, some polishing to detail on highpoints of badge in centre, only to be expected from a smart guardsman.
D80.2
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The Regiment van Heutsz Royal Netherlands Army Brass Cap Badge
A large die struck cap badge with two original loops to the reverse. Some service wear to central design otherwise in good condition.
The Regiment van Heutsz is a line infantry regiment of the Royal Netherlands Army. The regiment was named after J.B. van Heutsz, a former Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies, and was formed on July 1, 1950. It is notable for its service as p... read more
Duke of Wellingtons Regiment Victorian / Edwardian Officers Ladys Night Mess Dress / Evening Wear Waist Belt Clasp (WBC)
An attractive and unusual item of Victorian/Edwardian vintage with facing OSD officer's collar badges. No damage or repairs but missing its belt. For inspiration in this regard, see item listed below. As worn at Levées and regimental balls.
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WW2 Home Front - Scarce Air Raid Patrol ARP clasp jack knife - Davenport Cutlery Company (DCC) , dated 1939
Uncommon 1939 ARP clasp knife by the Davenport Cutlery Company of Sheffield, rather than the more commonly encountered examples by George Gill & Sons of Sheffield. Single bladed stainless steel bodied clasp knife with marlin spike and lanyard ring. Clearly manufacturer marked and dated to body; Sheffield, England to the base of blade. This pattern ceased to be made in 1939. Blade and spike bot... read more
WW1 Royal Naval Division (RND) Swagger Stick
A scarce white metal topped swagger stick top to the RND.
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Scottish Pipers Badge - unidentified
A large cast white metal badge with two original loops to the reverse. Circa 6.5cm tall. The Wellesley crest but with a Cross of St Andrew rather than St George on the flag. Probably band related. Discounted so far as being New Zealand Wellesley Rifles (thanks to James). Possibly band related.
F97.3
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Zippo Lighter D-Day Allied Heroes B L MONTGOMERY 1994
Zippo Lighter D-Day Allied Heroes B L MONTGOMERY. This lighter is part of a D-Day Allied Heroes collection produced in 1994. Made of brass, it honors B L MONTGOMERY, Commander in Chief of Land Forces. The orange sticker on the back is present but broken open from use. Functional but no fuel in it currently but can be refilled. Case in good condition with no dings or wear. Made in March 1994. No... read more
Religious Lapel Button Badge celebrating Roman Catholic Pope Pius IX
Vintage religious lapel button badge which depicts Pope Pius IX - the longest serving pope 1846 - 1870. Some surface crazing, small at 19mm across, but an attractive religious collectable. Vatican history.
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8.00 GBP
Historical Bronze Old Penny sized Medallion commemorating the Gigantic Wheel at Earls Court London in 1897
I have lightened the photos on this dark toned item so you can see the detail. Forerunner of the London Eye. This gigantic wheel was 284 feet in diameter and weighed 900 tons. it had 40 cars each capable of carrying 30 people and one could see Windsor castle from the top. All of this detail is on the reverse. Milled rim. Generally good condition.
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8.00 GBP