Small Sterling Silver Boxing Medal or Fob - Winner Team Novices Championship 1922 - 1st (Depot) Tank Battalion

Here on offer is an inter-wars period, small sterling silver boxing medal or fob, awarded to the Winner Team Novices Championship in 1922, which I believe was the 1st (Depot) Tank Battalion.

This small medal or fob came with its larger medal, listed as item No.51279. This example was probably they type that was given to all the winning team members,

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Code: 51287

Rare WW2 German Prisoner of War “Ship in a Bottle” – 19th Century Clipper Ship in a Glass Light Bulb

Here on offer is a rare example of WW2 German prisoner of war “ship in a bottle” type work.

This piece depicts a 19th century clipper ship that has been created inside an old clear glass light bulb.

A clipper was a type of mid-19th-century merchant sailing vessel, designed for speed. Clippers were generally narrow for their length, small by later 19th-century stand...  read more

Code: 51286

Reproduction WW2 German 2nd Pattern Luftwaffe Portepee in Cellophane Package

Here on offer is a reproduction WW2 German Luftwaffe portepee with a tie string and clear cellophane package, circa 1960.

This is the short version portepee that is suitable for use any 2nd pattern Luftwaffe Dagger.

I was originally sold this as a genuine period dress knot, but it has come to light, according to Tom Wittmann that these where actually made in the 19...  read more

Code: 50363

Scarce WW1 British Trench Machete

Here on offer is a very unusual example of what I believe is a WW1 private purchase, British “Trench” machete.

I have seen examples of French WW1 trench machetes, that normally retain the billhook at the end and a leather sheath, as shown in my last photo.

A one-handed billhook and a machete are both cutting tools, but they have different designs and intended uses....  read more

Code: 51284

WW2 British Folding Machete with by A.H. Bisby of Sheffield with Original Leather Lanyard dated 1944

Here on offer is an unmodified original WW2 British Folding Machete with by A.H. Bisby of Sheffield with Original Leather Lanyard, dated 1944

In 1942, the Camillus Cutlery Company of New York introduced the U.S. Army’s Camillus Folding Survival Machete. It was initially issued to U.S. aircrew members and was designed to be carried folded in a pack attached to parachutes. The intr...  read more

Code: 51283

Extra photos of WW2 British Folding Machete by A.H. Bisby

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Code: 51282

Rare City of Anzio Certificate with WW2 British Trio Medal Group to CPL William Hemsley – 109th Field Company - Royal Engineers

Here on offer is a rare opportunity to obtain a City of Anzio Certificate with WW2 British trio medal group to CPL William Hemsley, of 109th Field Company, Royal Engineers.

The genuine City of Anzio Certificate is in excellent original condition, retaining the colour to the ornate border. It does show slight tears to the edges and creases where it has been folded.

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Code: 51247

Royal Life Saving Society Bronze Medal to R. CAVILL – Oct 1931 with Red Leatherette Case

Royal Life Saving Society Bronze Medal to R. CAVILL – Oct 1931 with Red Leatherette Case


Here on offer is a fine early example of a Royal Life Saving Society medal that was awarded to a

R. CAVILL in October 1931.

The bronze medal is in excellent condition and retains all its fine detailing with a fine age patina finish to the metal.
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Code: 51281

WW2 Period South Wales Borderers (SWB) Bi-Metal Slider Cap Badge

Here on offer is an excellent example of a WW2 Period, South Wales Borderers (SWB) bi-metal slider cap badge.

The round die-stamped, bi-metal badge retains its original slider to the reverse.

It measures 1.6” (4.2cm) dimeter weighs 14g.

Please see my pictures for the details of the condition, which complement this description.

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Code: 51280

Fine Original Post 1802 East India Company New Land Pattern Flintlock Service Pistol - PARKER

Here on offer is an original Post 1802 East India Company (EIC) New Land Pattern Flintlock Service Pistol, .65 calibre, possibly by W. PARKER.

The New Land Pattern pistols were first produced for the British service in 1802. The swivel rammer and raised semi-water proof pan marked a technological advance in flintlock pistols. The 9” (23cm) barrel and .65 calibre of the earlier pa...  read more

Code: 51270