Rare 1940’s ‘Spitfire’ Target Tiddly-Winks Game by Berwick’s of Liverpool, England

Here on offer is an original WW2 period version of the classic “Tiddly-Winks” parlour game.

This is the ‘Spitfire’ Target edition, made in England by Berwick’s of Liverpool, circa 1940.

I can only find one other example currently for sale and its being offered at £110!

The game is in great condition and comes with its original Bakelite cup that has ...  read more

Code: 51044

Antique East African Sudanese Arm Dagger with Sheath

Here on offer is an East African Sudanese arm dagger with sheath, probably from the late 19th century.

This dagger features an excellent straight double-edged blade that tapers to a point with a central ridge. There are also two smaller ridges that run the length of the blade near the blade edges. It has a bright polished finish with some scattered dark patches and very light pit...  read more

Code: 51038

Vintage Stuart Surridge - 1977 Australia Touring Team Miniature Cricket Bat Autographed

Here on offer is a vintage Stuart Surridge - 1977 Australia touring team, miniature cricket bat.

This bat has the 1977 team’s signatures (a facsimile set) on the front and nine hand written genuine signatures on the back.

The bat is in great condition with just a couple of edge knicks.

It measures 16.9” (43cm) long and weighs 160g.

Ple...  read more

Code: 51039

Large Nickel-Plated Bronze Royal Navy Salon Culinaire Medallion – LSTD B.P. Thornton - H.M.S. Argonaut

Here on offer is an unusual Royal Navy Salon Culinaire Medallion awarded to LSTD B.P. Thornton who served on H.M.S. Argonaut.

HMS Argonaut (F56) was a Leander-class frigate that served with the Royal Navy from 1967 to 1993. She took part in the Falklands War in 1982, sustaining damage and casualties in action.

The large medallion appears to be made from bronze with...  read more

Code: 51037

Vintage Royal Marines Championships Gilt Bronze Medallion

Here on offer is a vintage Royal Marines Championships gilt bronze medallion.

The front depicts the image the cap badge of the Royal Marines with the words:

ROYAL MARINES
CHAMPIONSHIPS

On the reverse it has the image of a tied ribbon at the bottom and laurel leaves rising around the inner edges.

The centre is still blank with no...  read more

Code: 51007

99th (1989) Year of the Royal Tournament Medal in Gilt Bronze

Here on offer is a fine example of a 99th year (1989) - Royal Tournament medal in gilt bronze. There is just now an age patina to the gilt finish on the front.

The front depicts the image of all three of the UK armed services, logos, the RAF, Royal Navy and Army.

On the reverse it has the image of the Hippocamp, that was the adopted by the Royal Tournament as their...  read more

Code: 51006

23rd Battalion - The London Regiment – Boxing Bronze Medal to Private R. Collins 1930

Here on offer is a bronze medal that was awarded to Private R. Collins of the 23rd Battalion, The London Regiment, in 1930.

The medal with its suspension ring, is in excellent condition and now has a fine patina finish to the bronze.

The front depicts a cap badge image for the 23rd Battalion, The London Regiment and the motto:

LOYALTY UNITES US
...  read more

Code: 51005

Large Vintage Colour Decal on Board - Service Logo for the Cornwall Fire Brigade

Here on offer is a large vintage colour decal for the Cornwall Fire Brigade that has been set onto a wooden board, making a great display piece.

I am not sure exactly when this dates from, but possibly the 1970’s back when they were called a “brigade”.

They are now known as “Cornwall Fire & Rescue”

The painted board now shows some signs of staining...  read more

Code: 51030

10” X 8” B&W Photo of H.M.S Porcupine at Spithead Review 1897 with the King of Portugal Aboard

Here on offer is fine quality 10” x 8” black and white vintage reproduction photo of H.M.S Porcupine under steam at the Spithead Review in 1897, with the King of Portugal aboard.

H.M.S. Porcupine was one of three 27-knot destroyers ordered from Palmer as part of the 1893-94 programme. She carried the standard destroyer armament of one 12-pounder, five six-pounders and two 18in to...  read more

Code: 51025

Unusual “Bursa Etem” Stamped Hunting Knife with Deer Antler Grip

Here on offer is an unusual and possibly antique, hunting or boot knife that was hand made by the famous blacksmiths of Bursa in Turkey.

The single edged curved blade is stamped:

BURSA ETEM

This implies it was made by one of the master blacksmiths in Bursa.

The brass finger guard is interesting as it resembles a miniature version of a...  read more

Code: 51024