Framed Victorian Period Heart-Shaped Sweetheart Pincushion – “Sweet Memories”

Here on offer is a wonderful example of a Victorian period Heart-shaped sweetheart pincushion that’s been fitted into a glass fronted wooden display case.

In the centre of the cushion is a square of early cream coloured celluloid square, which has the embossed image of an anchor, heart and horseshoe all joined by a rope, surrounded by coloured flowers.

In the centr...  read more

Code: 50525

Genuine WW1 ‘The Gift Of The Colonies’ Chocolate Tin

Here on offer is a genuine WW1 tin that would have contained chocolate from the British Colonies that were sent out to the serving British Military Forces on the battlefronts.

On the front lid the tin is marked in gilt lettering with:

THE GIFT OF THE COLONIES OF TRINIDAD, GRANADA & ST LUCIA TO HIS MAJESTY’S NAVAL & MILITARY FORCES.

and:

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Code: 51322

WW1 Period Nickel Plated Metal Matchbox Cover with Brass and Enamel Anchor for the ROYAL NAVY

Here on offer is a WW1 period nickel plated metal matchbox cover with brass and enamel anchor insignia for the ROYAL NAVY.

All three sides of the metal cover appear to be nickel or chrome plated. The edge is plain but both flat sides have an ornate engine turned pattern

On the front it has an impressive raised brass and enamel badge depicting the anchor insignia of...  read more

Code: 51315

WW1 Period Nickel Plated Metal Matchbox Cover with Brass and Enamel Insignia for HMS TIGER

Here on offer is a WW1 period nickel plated metal matchbox cover with brass and enamel insignia for HMS TIGER.

All three sides of the metal cover appear to be nickel or chrome plated, on the edge, it is stamped with the maker’s name:

SYLVANA REGd

On the front it has an impressive raised brass and enamel badge depicting the insignia of HMS TIGER.read more

Code: 51310

Vintage Hadeland Scandinavian Art Glass paperweight of an Inuit or Eskimo figurine c1960

Here on offer is a Vintage Hadeland Scandinavian art glass paperweight depicting an Inuit or Eskimo figurine.

This stylish piece was designed by Benny Motzfeldt for Hadeland Glassverk, Norway.

I believe it dates back to the 1960’s.

It has been handmade from clear lead glass and as such it is a very heavy piece for its size.

It is in ex...  read more

Code: 51296

Rare Oak Framed “Citizens of Portsmouth” WW1 Certificate Presented by the Citizens to Mr H.C. Archer – 19th July 1919

Here on offer is a rare framed Citizens of Portsmouth, WW1 certificate presented by the citizens to Mr H.C. Archer, dated 19th July 1919.

To mark the final end of WW1, Saturday 19th July 1919 was designated a public holiday and Peace celebrations took place throughout the land.

I haven’t done any research on Mr H C Archer, but I assume he is from Portsmouth and pr...  read more

Code: 51285

Souvenir King George VI 1937 Coronation Commemorative Two-Blade Penknife by Rawson Brothers of Sheffield

Here on offer is a most interesting and collectible two-blade souvenir folding pocket knife / pen knife commemorating the coronation of King George VI and his consort Queen Elizabeth, on 12th May 1937.

The knife slabs seem to be made from an ivory-coloured plastic that with the graining, looks like real ivory or bone.
On one slab it has been impressed with the image of a K...  read more

Code: 51288

Small Sterling Silver Boxing Medal or Fob - Winner Team Novices Championship 1922 - 1st (Depot) Tank Battalion

Here on offer is an inter-wars period, small sterling silver boxing medal or fob, awarded to the Winner Team Novices Championship in 1922, which I believe was the 1st (Depot) Tank Battalion.

This small medal or fob came with its larger medal, listed as item No.51279. This example was probably they type that was given to all the winning team members,

The 1st (Depot)...  read more

Code: 51287

Scarce WW1 British Trench Machete

Here on offer is a very unusual example of what I believe is a WW1 private purchase, British “Trench” machete.

I have seen examples of French WW1 trench machetes, that normally retain the billhook at the end and a leather sheath, as shown in my last photo.

A one-handed billhook and a machete are both cutting tools, but they have different designs and intended uses....  read more

Code: 51284

Royal Life Saving Society Bronze Medal to R. CAVILL – Oct 1931 with Red Leatherette Case

Royal Life Saving Society Bronze Medal to R. CAVILL – Oct 1931 with Red Leatherette Case


Here on offer is a fine early example of a Royal Life Saving Society medal that was awarded to a

R. CAVILL in October 1931.

The bronze medal is in excellent condition and retains all its fine detailing with a fine age patina finish to the metal.
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Code: 51281