WW1 Bruce Bairnsfather 6” Commemorative Plate/Plaque Depicting “Old Bill” and the words “WHEN THE ‘ELL IS IT GOIN' TO BE STRAWBERRY?”

Here on offer is a WW1 Bruce Bairnsfather 6” commemorative plate/plaque depicting “Old Bill” and the words “WHEN THE ‘ELL IS IT GOIN' TO BE STRAWBERRY?”.

Captain Charles Bruce Bairnsfather was a prominent British humourist and cartoonist. His best-known cartoon character is Old Bill. Bill and his pals Bert and Alf featured in Bairnsfather's "Fragments from France" cartoons publis...  read more

Code: 52021

Rare Antique Victorian or Edwardian 15ct Gold Swastika Pendant set with an Amethyst Stone

Here on offer is rare antique Victorian or Edwardian, 15ct gold Swastika pendant set in the center with a diamond cut amethyst stone.

The swastika is an ancient symbol of good luck and prosperity in many cultures, particularly in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism, where it is used on homes, religious items, and as a charm to attract good fortune.

Obviously in the ea...  read more

Code: 51961

WW2 Butterscotch Bakelite Sweetheart Pendant set with a Photo of a Soldier

Here on offer is a fine example of a WW2 butterscotch coloured Bakelite sweetheart pendant, inset with a sepia photo of a soldier in uniform.

The square shaped Bakelite pendant has a beautifully patterned butterscotch marbled finish and is in excellent undamaged condition. It has a hole in the top that has a suspension ring fitted through it.

The front has a small ...  read more

Code: 52020

Vintage UK Policewoman’s Short "Handbag" Truncheon by HIATT circa 1960

Here on offer is what I am told is an original 1960's UK policewoman's short truncheon, made by HIATT.

It has been made from what I think is a strong hickory wood with a multi-ringed grip and it is in excellent undamaged condition.

It still retains a thick leather hand strap that is held in place by two rivets through the leather. On one side of the strap it is sta...  read more

Code: 52014

Boer War Commemorative Pressed Gilt Metal Star Shaped Pendant Depicting General Sir Field Marshal Lord Roberts c1900

Here on offer is Boer War commemorative pressed gilt metal star shaped pendant, depicting a sepia photo of General Sir Field Marshal Lord Roberts, circa 1900.

The eight pointed star shaped pendant has a star-burst pattern on each point.

In the centre it has a circular paper photo image of Lord Roberts in military uniform with his name ROBERTS.

It com...  read more

Code: 52019

Rare Boer War Commemorative Staffordshire Flatback figure Depicting Robert Baden Powell on Horseback c1900

Here on offer is a rare example of an antique Boer War period commemorative Staffordshire flatback figure depicting Robert Baden Powell, in his military uniform, on horseback, circa 1900.

This exact type of Staffordshire figure, is shown on page39, Plate 82, Fig.2, of the book by Pieter Posthuizen, titled, BOER WAR MEMORABILIA – THE COLLECTOR’S GUIDE.

I believe it...  read more

Code: 52018

Extra Photos of Rare Boer War Period Staffordshire Flatback figure of Baden Powell on Horseback - 52018

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Code: 52017

WW2 Parachute Regiment Marksman Cloth Badge

Here on offer is an unused WW2 Parachute Regiment marksman cloth badge.

The cloth badge depicts blue crossed rifles that have been embroidered onto a maroon wool backing.

The badge has never been used and is in excellent condition.

It measures 3” (7.6cm) wide by 2.75” (7cm) high and weighs 1g.

Please see my pictures for the details of ...  read more

Code: 52016