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

Short British Military Police Wooden Truncheon c1960

Here on offer is what I am told is a short version of a British Police truncheon, circa 1960.

It has been well made from what looks to be a lighter wood than the normal hardwoods that were used on earlier versions.

It retains a cord loop threaded through the top of the grip.

These smaller truncheons are actually hard to come by in such good condition...  read more

Code: 52200

WW1 German Trench Art Driving Band Gilt Bangle with Safety Chain

Here on offer is a great example of a WW1 German trench art driving band gilt bangle with safety chain.

This bangle has been made from a copper driving band salvaged from a WW1 German artillery shell.

A gilt finish was applied and it retains the original grooved driving band pattern to the outer surface.

It is hinged on one side, with the opposite si...  read more

Code: 52187

Fine Antique French Letter Opener with Ornate Silver Bolster and Ebony Handle by E. Page & Co. of Lyon c1900

Here on offer is a fine antique French letter opener with an ornate silver bolster and ebony handle by E. Page & Co. of Lyon, France circa 1900.

This is actually a well-made and useful letter opener with a undamaged double edged blade.

The antique steel blade now shows signs of age darkening to the finish and is engraved on one side with:

E. Page et...  read more

Code: 52198

Antique Victorian Silver Rimmed Horn Beaker with Spotted Pattern and a Blank Silver Cartouche c1890

Here on offer is a fine example of a Victorian silver rimmed horn beaker with a spotted pattern and a blank silver oval cartouche on the front, circa 1890.

The beaker has been made very well made with a light almost transparent cylindrical section of horn. The outside has been marked with a symmetrical pattern of dark spots, making this an impressive and unusual piece.
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Code: 52190