Impressive WW2 Period British “Artillery Shell” Shaped Steel Petrol Table Lighter with turned Bakelite Base

Here on offer is an impressive and very heavy WW2 period British “Artillery Shell” shaped polished steel petrol table lighter, with a turned and stepped brown Bakelite base.

The top cone section has a fine thread that unscrews to reveal flint wheel with two knurled wheels and the wick.

It is in working order but is being sold without a flint or any fuel to comply w...  read more

Code: 51529

19th Century Borneo Jimpul Head Hunting Sword – Dayak - Kalimantan Borneo

Here on offer is an antique fine example of what I believe is a genuine 19th century Jimpul Head Hunting Sword.

The Jimpul is a member in the family of heavy machete like swords of the Sea Dayak and the Kenyah people of Kalimantan (Borneo). Other members of the family are the Mandau, the Langgai Tinggang and the Niabor as well as few others. All associated with the head-hunting t...  read more

Code: 51531

Extra Photos of 19th Century Borneo Jimpul Head Hunting Sword 51531

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Code: 51530

P&O Steam Navigation Company – 150th Anniversary 1837 to 1987 Commemorative Bronze Medallion Paperweight

Here on offer is a P&O Steam Navigation Company, 150th Anniversary 1837 to 1987 Commemorative Bronze Medallion Paperweight.

This impressive commemorative P&O bronze medallion has been set in clear resin with a flat base to allow it to be used as a paperweight.

On one side it displays the 'William Fawcett' paddle-steamer with sails set, P & O flag (enamelled) below,...  read more

Code: 51527

WW1 Trench Art Brass Dish “For Dad” with Cornish Crest from a Soldier - W. Howard - Oct 31st 1917

Here on offer is a WW1 Trench Art brass dish embossed with the Cornish crest and the words FOR DAD that you can just make out above the crest.

On the back it is engraved with the soldier’s name and a date:

W. HOWARD Oct 31st 1917

This small brass dish has a crimped wavey edge and now shows usage wear to the Cornish crest in the centre.
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Code: 51505

Rare P&O Line – 9.5” Ironstone China Compote Dish by G. L. Ashworth & Bros c1862

Here on offer is genuine and rare P&O Line “Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company”, Victorian 9.5” ironstone china compote dish, by G. L. Ashworth & Bros of Hanley, circa 1862.

This dish would have been used on the early paddle-steamers and steam ships that P&O operated during the mid to late 1800’s.

This white glazed compote dish is in excellent conditi...  read more

Code: 51521

Scarce Trench Fighting Knife of the Austro-Hungarian Army M.1917 - Unit Marked for the 97R Infantry Regiment

Here on offer is an original trench fighting knife of the Austro-Hungarian Army M.1917, unit marked for the 97R Infantry Regiment.

This type of knife is also known as the Österreichisch-ungarisches Kampfmesser, Modell 1917.

It has a grip made from two slabs of smooth rounded hardwood, secured to the tang with three steel pins.

The back of the grip h...  read more

Code: 51519

Extra Photos of WW1 Austrian Fighting Knife (51519)

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Code: 51522

Vintage Copper Picture of an Australian Kookaburra Bird in Repoussé

Here on offer is Vintage Copper Picture of an Australian Kookaburra Bird in Repoussé.

The copper has been finely worked to produce the detailed raised image of the bird and now has a nice patina to the finish.

There are no maker’s or artist details on the picture that I can see.

The frame measures 10.2” (26cm) by 8.25” (21cm) and weighs 400g.
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Code: 51517

Late 19th Century Folding Bowie Knife with 7.5” Clip-Point Blade and Stag Horn Grip

Here on offer is late 19th century folding Bowie knife with 7.5” clip-point cutting edge blade and stag horn grip.

The slender 8.5” clip-point steel blade has an actual cutting edge of 7.5” and is in great condition, with some age-related marks and staining to the finish.

The swivelling crossguard, blade release folding spring clip, bolsters and liners are all made...  read more

Code: 51415