WW1 Period “The Devonshire Regiment” Embroidered Silk Banner

Here on offer is a fine example of a WW1 period “The Devonshire Regiment” black silk banner with the emblem for The Devonshire Regiment hand embroidered with coloured threads, in the centre.

This banner is in excellent condition and just has some folding creases, that can easily be steamed flat.

The banner measures 21” (53.3cm) by 19” (48.3cm).

It we...  read more

Code: 51375

Antique Scottish Silver Mounted Horn Spoon with an Ornate Silver Whistle Tip circa 1890

Here on offer is a fine example of what I believe is an antique Scottish silver mounted horn spoon with an ornate silver whistle set on the top of the handle, circa 1890.

I acquired it in a jewellery box that contained a whole range of antique Scottish brooches and pins.

The long spoon has been made from a beautiful dark piece of horn that shows stunning colouring ...  read more

Code: 50411

Beautiful WW2 Period Marquetry Picture of a RAF Bristol Blenheim MK. IV Bomber by J.H. Bacon

Here on offer is a beautiful WW2 period marquetry picture of a RAF Bristol Blenheim MK. IV bomber by J.H. Bacon.

The picture has been made from sections of different coloured wood veneers, expertly cut and inlaid onto a wooden panel, so as to depict an RAF Bristol Blenheim MK. IV in flight.

On the front, bottom right-hand corner, it is signed J.H. Bacon.
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Code: 51392

Vintage “Cashs of Coventry” Miniature Woven Silk Framed Picture of an 1850 Royal Horse Guards Officer

Here on offer is a vintage “Cashs of Coventry” miniature woven silk framed picture of an 1850 mounted Royal Horse Guards Officer.

The picture is made entirely from woven silk threads and will fade if exposed to direct sunlight or excess humidity.

This fine glazed and framed example is in excellent original condition and retains all its bright colouring.

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Code: 51391

Antique Car Accessory - The Atlantic Bulb Box with Two Bulbs

Here on offer is a genuine, antique car accessory, “The Atlantic Bulb Box” with two bulbs.

This moulded brass bulb box is designed to hold 5 bulbs, 2 large and 3 small.

This example has one large bulb that fits its recess and a smaller bulb that doesn’t fit any of the recesses, but is included, as it may be of use. Both bulbs are sold as untested.

Th...  read more

Code: 51390

Genuine WW2 German Five Place Bakelite Fuze Holder dated 1941

Here on offer is a Genuine WW2 German Five Place Bakelite Fuze Holder dated 1941.


This original WW2 period manufactured five place black Bakelite holder, is marked on the bottom and the top of the lid, with the details: Kz.Zdlg.C/98, in raised text.

On the underside of the lid are various markings including what looks to be the manufactures logo and the pro...  read more

Code: 51380

Antique Silver Omani Khanjar Jambiya Dagger with Horn and Silver Piqué Handle

Here on offer is a fine and beautiful example of an antique silver Omani Khanjar or Jambiya Dagger with silver and horn handle.

This impressive example has a traditionally shaped blond horn handle that has a finely applied pattern of silver Piqué work on the top and the front, along with two silver coned studs.

The handle fits tightly to the double-edged curved s...  read more

Code: 51136

Extra Photos of Antique Saudi Omani Khanjar Jambiya Silver Dagger with Horn Grip

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Code: 51135

Signed Portrait of a WW2 British Officer in Uniform – Italy 1944

Here on offer is a fine portrait of a British military officer in uniform, with his pipe!

The portrait has been painted using oils on a wooden board and is signed in the lower left hand corner:

H. MANSFIELD – PROFFITT
ITALY 44

I assume the officer’s name is H. Mansfield or H. Mansfield – Proffitt?

I have done some basic research...  read more

Code: 50945

Unusual and Rare WW1 British Army Butchers “Trench” Knife by James Walker & Co. Ltd with Leather Sheath dated 1915

Here on offer is a very unusual example of what I believe is a WW1 British Army issued Butcher’s “Trench” knife that comes with a professionally made Army issued leather sheath.

I can’t find another example for reference but understand that at the start of WW1 French soldiers were not issued knives and were supposed to rely on their bayonets.

However, as soon as tr...  read more

Code: 50965