2 Bar Full Size QSA Boer War Medal to Johnston, Durham R.G.A. Artillery Militia
NEF, swivelling suspender, Natal and Transvaal clasps correctly revited and impressed:
1709 Gnr J. Johnston, Durham R.G.A.
With copy of roll confirming his entitlement to Transvaal and Natal clasps. He was also entitled to the 1901 clasp, but this is no longer present. Discharged term expired.
The Durham RGA played an illustrious part in... read more
WW1 5th (Territorial Force) Battlation, Northumberland Fusiliers Trench Art Plaque
Large and attractively engraved and made during the Great War as dates only go to 1917!:
" 5th N.F. European War 1914-15-16-17".
12.5cm tall, 9.5cm wide. Soldered brass stand behind which means it displays nicely. Made from a brass shell casse judging by the curve. I have seen a similar one to the 4th NF. read more
Scarce Officer's Pagri Headdress Badge Kolar Gold Fields Battalion, AFI Indian Army, pre 1947
A scarce and badge (4.5cm tall) of a solid officer's style of construction in gilt with original pin fixings and pin, which are fully functional.The badge is a crossed pickaxe and hammer in circle superscribed "Kolar Gold Fields Bn", all surmounted by a crown (Cox's book p2723 refers).
The Kolar Gold Fields are believed to be the second deepest gold mines in the world... read more
Royal Dublin Fusiliers Victorian Other Ranks Glengarry Badge
A dark toned brass glengarry grenade to the Dublin Fusiliers. With 2 dark toned loops to the reverse (n-s). The shield bears the Arms of the City of Dublin. Seen quite a bit of service wear, but a good honest badge. Circa 7.5cm tall. K&K No 972 refers. read more
Scarce WW1 1st Birmingham ( Pals ) Battalion Royal Warwickshire Regiment Other Rank's Cap Badge - Stunning!
You will not find a better one than this. Original slider, bright unpolished condition, all the attributes that those in the know look for - the goatie beard, shaggy coat and correct method of attaching cscroll to the body, with gilt coloured braising metal. Circa 5cm tall by 5.8cm wide. A top badge. read more
Scarce WW1 1st Birmingham ( Pals ) Battalion Royal Warwickshire Regiment Other Rank's Medium Brass Button
Backmarked JR Gaunt Ld, London. Original shank. Dated 1914 on front. Circa 19mm in diameter. Slight polishing to high points otherwise in very good condition and scarce.
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Scarce original WW1 photograph of Royal Naval Reserve Trawlers Petty Officer
Real photographic postcard of a Petty Officer wearing a stokers trade badge in the form of a three bladed propeller with the letters RNR T below, denoting Royal Naval Reserve Trawlers. Photographer: Gibson & Sons, Penzance & Scilly Isles. Postcard in good overall condition for age and postally unused.
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Scarce and early 93rd Sutherland Highlanders Highland Bonnet badge 1837 - 1856
A heavy (29 grams) die struck brass feather bonnet badge with two original brass lugs (east - west) as worn 1837 - 1856. Note that later patterns had the addition of the scroll Balaclava. This badge is in great condition and was the pattern worn by the Regiment at the time of this famous action. Circa 6.7cm tall and 6cm wide.
K&K 566 refers, but this version is voided ... read more
Very Scarce WW1 RN Transport Petty Officer's Bullion Cap Badge
In good condition, bright colours and no wear to badding or bullion, but age to back and a very scarce item. 6.5cm tall and 3.5cm wide. read more
WW1 Memorial Death Plaque Turned Mahogany Circular Frame
Contemporary mahogony wood turned frame for the display of a loved one's memorial bronze plaque. Plaque removed, but backing paper and card support still present. In very good condition for age. read more