Antique Silver Plated Bronze Medallion Commemorating the death of Friedrich von Schiller in 1805

Here on offer is a large (50mm) antique silver plated bronze medallion commemorating the death of Friedrich von Schiller in 1805.

I believe it was actually made by Allen & Moore in 1850.

On the obverse it depicts the bust of Schiller bare headed, with the words:

FREDk. VON SCHILLER.

Under his bust in tiny letters, it reads:
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Code: 51093

Original WW2 Souvenir of Italy Campaign Link Bracelet dated 1945

Here on offer is an original WW2 souvenir of Italy campaign link bracelet, dated 1945.

It seems to be made from silver plated brass and has a larger central plaque with an elliptically rounded shape.

These bracelets usually depict the campaigns and battles the soldier was involved in and vary from bracelet to bracelet.

On the front in relief is the ...  read more

Code: 51085

Scarce Large Commemorative Aluminium Medallion for The Aluminium Company Limited London in 1889

Here on offer is a large (50mm) commemorative aluminium medallion produced using the Deville-Castner process, for The Aluminium Company Limited London in 1889.

This medallion marks a turning point in the history of this metal and its applications. At this time, aluminium transformed from an expensive material to an inexpensive metal that could be used commonly in construction and...  read more

Code: 51095

Commemorative Gilt Bronze Medallion for the Coronation King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra 1902

Here on offer is a large (52mm) commemorative gilt bronze medallion for the coronation King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra in 1902.

On the obverse is the image of the conjoined busts of Their Majesties bare heads facing left.

The engraver's initials “G.F M.B.Ld” are on the right of the King's bust. This relates to George Frampton.

The script around ...  read more

Code: 51091

Unusual Cased Limited Edition Böker “Masonic” Stockman Knife with Blade by Manfred Sachse c1990

Here on offer is an unusual and rare, limited edition Böker “Masonic” Stockman knife with a beautifully decorated blade by the master blade smith, Manfred Sachse, circa 1990.

It comes in an ebonised wood, hinged case with a black silk lining.

I did try to research this knife but failed to find another example listed or documented anywhere?

Given the...  read more

Code: 51075

WW2 Private Purchased Fixed Blade Commando Style Knife with Leather Sheath

Here on offer is what I believe to be a WW2 period private purchased fixed blade commando style knife with original leather sheath.

This came from an ex-museum stock that was donated by ex-British service men after WW2.

This double-edged knife has seen a “life”, especially the blade that has been really worn down on both sides, through sharpening over the years.read more

Code: 51056

WW2 Private Purchased Fixed Blade 4" Knife with Leather Sheath

Here on offer is what I believe to be a WW2 period private purchased small fixed blade knife with original leather sheath.

This came from an ex-museum stock that was donated by ex-British service men after WW2.

Being small, it was an easy knife to conceal on a service belt under a uniform, similar to the small knives used by SOE personal during WW2.

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Code: 50966

French WWI Military Issue Treen Etui Necessaire Needle Holder/Sewing Kit

Here on offer is an antique French WWI military issue treen etui necessaire needle holder/sewing kit.

This wonderfully tactile etui is carved on a lathe from boxwood and was issued to French soldiers during WWI. The sewing kit was designed to be as comprehensive as possible, catering for repairs while deployed in the conflict.

This necessaire separates into three p...  read more

Code: 51066

Original Iron and Wood “One-Flue” Harpoon from the early 19th Century

Here on offer is an original and rare iron and wood, one-flue harpoon from the early 19th century.

This example has an iron front section with a socket that is fixed to a hickory or other hardwood shaft and held in place by a round headed stud.

The wooden shaft shows signs of old woodworm holes, which have now been treated to ensure there is no existing woodworm ac...  read more

Code: 51059

Antique Souvenir Booklet of 10 Postcard Prints of Paintings of the Battles of Waterloo in June 1815

Here on offer is a Belgium produced, antique souvenir booklet of 10 postcard prints of paintings of the battles of Waterloo in June 1815.

This souvenir booklet is still complete with its original 10 fine black and white prints of famous paintings of the battles at Waterloo, June 1815.

Each postcard has perforations along one edge so they can be easily removed to be...  read more

Code: 51063