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Lot 110
An Emotive WW2 Royal Air Force Battle of Britain Pilots Casualty Medal and Document Grouping of Flight Sergeant Eric Arthur Redfern 607 & 232 Squadron During the Battle of Britain, Later Killed in Action 17th August 1941, the medal group consists of 1939-45 star with bar “BATTLE OF BRITAIN”, Air Crew Europe star and 1939-45 War medal. All un-named as issued. Mounted into a small blue leather glazed display frame. Accompanying the medals is a suitcase full of original documentation relating to Redfern, including a number of personal letters written by him to his sweetheart and later wife, also a number of letter sent to his widow after he was posted as missing, later killed in action, official air ministry paperwork in relation to his loss and the proceeding procedures in relation to his pension and money owed to him etc. Another item in the grouping is a small scrapbook album containing newspaper cuttings in relation to him and other pilots from the battle, including Douglas Bader. The grouping is housed in a period leather suitcase which it has remained since the 1940’s. The grouping was originally sold in 2009 by the family and has only been in one personal collection since. We are of the opinion that the Battle of Britain bar is a later replacement. Flight Sergeant Eric Arthur Redfern was from Suffolk, the book “Men of the Battle of Britain” give the following details, “Eric Arthur Redfern. 754694 Sgt. British. 607 and 232 Squadron. Sgt Redfern of Suffolk, joined the RAFVR in July 1939 as an Airman u/t Pilot. Called up on September 1, he completed his training and was with 607 Squadron at Usworth in early July 1940. He moved to 232 Squadron at Castletown on August 27. He was posted to 242 Squadron at Martlesham Heath on January 29 1941. Redfern claimed a Bf 109 probably destroyed on a bomber-escort to Bethune on June 17, damaged a Bf 109 on the 23rd, and damaged another on a Stirling escort to Lille on July 8. 242 provided low-level escort for Blenheims sent to attack enemy supply vessels at Le Touquet on August 17 1941. The bombers turned away in the face of intense opposition and did not bomb. Redfern was one of two 242 Squadron pilots shot down and killed in action. Aged 27, he was a Flight Lieutenant at the time of his death. He is buried in Etaples Military Cemetery, France”. Research that accompanies the group states that Redfern’s Hurricane was shot down by an Me109 in the evening of 17th August 1941. Redfern was originally posted as missing, it was not until 1942 that he was presumed Killed in Action and again not until after the D-Day landings in 1944, that his grave was found, this was an un-marked grave of a RAF airman which was later confirmed as that of Redfern.
Lot 143
British Army Officers Cross Belt Fittings, being a silvered two piece lion head boss with linked chain leading to whistle in socket fitting. Screw post fittings to the reverses. Good condition. Appear to be silver but not hallmarked. *This item has been imported from outside the EU, VAT on Imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price.
Lot 144
Scots Guards Officers Cloak Chains, gilt metal examples in the form of Regimental star with linked chain and four lug fittings to the reverse of each badge. Accompanied by a crudely made Scots Guards kilt pin and a pair of cloak chains with white metal thistles to the centre of each. (3 items) *This item has been imported from outside the EU, VAT on Imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price.
Lot 145
Victorian Rifle Volunteers Helmet Plate, white metal crowned Maltese cross helmet plate with plain circlet and strung bugle to the centre. Badge has two copper lugs to the reverse, these have possibly been replaced at some time. Accompanied by a universal pattern Victorian officers pouch badge with three screw posts to the reverse. (2 items) *This item has been imported from outside the EU, VAT on Imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price.
Lot 146
Grouping of British Military Badges, including a made up 6th Dragoon Guards helmet plate, white metal circlet for the “DERBYSHIRE CHATSWORTH RIFLES” with stag in the centre and tartan back cloth, crude cast brass 74th Regiment of Foot helmet plate, plus other items. Some cloth and Scouts badges. (16 items) *This item has been imported from outside the EU, VAT on Imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price.
Lot 147
2x Pre Territorial Victorian Glengarry Badges, being brass examples for the 64th 2nd Staffordshire and the 97th The Earl of Ulsters. Both with lug fittings to the reverse. Both badges have been refinished and heavily cleaned. (2 items) *This item has been imported from outside the EU, VAT on Imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price.
Lot 148
Selection of Scottish Regimental Badges, various periods and examples, all other ranks types. Including KOSB, Highland Light Infantry, Black Watch, etc. Some multiples. (10 items) *This item has been imported from outside the EU, VAT on Imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price.
Lot 149
Coldstream Guards Officers Waistbelt Clasp, two piece example with seeded centre having silvered and enamel Guards star to the centre and regimental details to the circlet surround. Some enamel damage to the centre; Coldstream Guards regimental pagri badge (slight enamel damage and one lug missing); other ranks Coldstream Guards brass valise badge and three Coldstream Guards pattern rank pips. (6 items) *This item has been imported from outside the EU, VAT on Imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price.
Lot 150
Good Selection of British Military Cap Badges, including a bronze OSD Duke of Wellington’s West Riding regiment with blade fittings, Manchester regiment officers bronze field service cap badge (one blade missing), York & Lancaster regiment officers gilt cap badge with blade fittings and J R Gaunt London makers mark, Royal Irish Regiment other ranks brass cap badge with slider, Royal Munster Fusiliers other ranks bi-metal cap badge, Royal Artillery Volunteer white metal grenade headdress badge, plus others. Various conditions and periods. (15 items) *This item has been imported from outside the EU, VAT on Imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price.
Lot 151
British Infantry Regiments & Corps Cap Badges, all being other ranks examples, including The Welsh regiment, ATS, East Surrey regiment, KRRC, Royal Welsh Fusiliers, plus others. Many duplicates. Various conditions and periods. (25 items) *This item has been imported from outside the EU, VAT on Imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price.
Lot 154
Good Selection of British Officers Collar Badges, mostly being single examples, including silver gilt Reconnaissance Corps, Lincolnshire regiment, bronze OSD Cinque Ports Royal Sussex, silver gilt City of London Royal Fusiliers, bronze OSD Duke of Connaughts Own Hampshire regiment, plus others. Matched pair of bronze OSD Royal Welsh Fusiliers collar badges, pair of silver gilt Wiltshire regiment and miss-matched pairs of Sherwood Foresters and Bedfordshire & Hertfordshire regiment. Various conditions and periods. (25 items) *This item has been imported from outside the EU, VAT on Imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price.
Lot 155
Grouping of Other Ranks Collar Badges, mostly all being single examples, including 1st Berwick Rifle Volunteers, Wiltshire regiment, Isle of Wight Rifles, Royal Scots, Scots Guards, 3rd Carabiniers, plus others. Various conditions and periods. (25 items) *This item has been imported from outside the EU, VAT on Imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price.
Lot 156
3x Royal Army Service Corps Officers Cap Badges, consisting of George V gilt and enamel example with backing plate and two lug fittings; Edward VIII bronze OSD example with one blade absent from the reverse; George VI chrome, gilt and enamel example with two lug fittings on the reverse. *This item has been imported from outside the EU, VAT on Imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price.
Lot 158
Grouping of British Cavalry Regiment Cap Badges, including various officers and other ranks Royal Horse Guards, George V First Life Guards, various 5th Dragoon Guards, Queen Bays, etc. Various conditions and periods. (14 items) *This item has been imported from outside the EU, VAT on Imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price.
Lot 159
Selection of British Yeomanry Cap Badges, including Royal Gloucestershire Hussars, Yorkshire Hussars, Cheshire Yeomanry, Northamptonshire Yeomanry, Northumberland Hussars, East Kent Yeomanry, Middlesex Yeomanry, Bedfordshire Hussars, plus others. Various conditions and periods. (19 items) *This item has been imported from outside the EU, VAT on Imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price.
Lot 161
Selection of Territorial Battalions Cap Badges, including chrome Isle of Wight Rifles, blackened Isle of Wight Rifles, Hampshire Cyclist Battalion, Territorial Battalion Middlesex regiment with South Africa 1900-02 battle honour, blackened Territorial Battalion The Welsh regiment, plus others. Various conditions. (13 items) *This item has been imported from outside the EU, VAT on Imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price.
Lot 162
Selection of Territorial Battalions Cap Badges, including 2x Isle of Wight Rifles, 8th Irish Battalion Kings Liverpool regiment, Buckinghamshire Battalion, Artists Rifles, Honourable Artillery Company (HAC) Infantry, Cinque Ports Battalion Royal Sussex regiment, 9th Battalion HLI, plus others. Various conditions. (14 items) *This item has been imported from outside the EU, VAT on Imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price.
Lot 202
Scarce Imperial Russian Crimean War Pickelhaube Style Helmet, fine example of the standard pattern enlisted ranks headdress as worn by the Imperial Russian troops during the Crimean War. The leather bodied helmet has the large central brass regimental helmet plate in the form of double headed Russian eagle with white metal numerals “26” to the lower section for the 26th Infantry regiment. Brass scaled leather backed chinstraps. Riveted rear spine and correct brass cross piece with steeped fused grenade style spike fitting. Interior of the helmet is complete with its original leather liner system. Some areas of scuffing, cracks and blemishes to the leather. Stitching slightly weak to both the front and rear peaks but generally a very good example of a now scarce item of Military headdress to find. The 26th Russian Infantry regiment were overrun when Sebastopol (Sevastopol) was taken. Many of these Russian helmets were taken as souvenirs after the fall of Sebastopol.
Lot 257
Rare Indian Army Scinde Irregular Horse Officers Alkalak Uniform, fine example produced in green woollen cloth. The cuffs, shoulders and central neck section beautifully decorated with silver lace decoration. Crimson piping to the edges. Some heavy wear and discolouration to the piping but still an incredibly scarce item of 19th century Indian Army uniform.
Lot 332
Inert WW1 German M-15/16 Stick Grenade, good untouched example of the early style stick grenade used by the German soldiers in WW1. Metal head part with fixed belt hook, remains of the original field grey paint remains. The wooden haft is marked “5 ½ Sck AEO”. Small area of damage to the end of the wooden haft and the metal screwcap is now absent. The grenade head unscrews. This item is empty and safe. Legal to own in the UK. We are not able to offer any post and packing options on this item.
Lot 394
Ink Desk Stamp Reputedly Taken from Adolf Hitler’s Desk in the Reich Chancellery, the wooden stamp has a Berlin (Friedrichstrasse) makers tab attached to the top, the stamp bottom reads “Nur zur Kenntnisnahme!” which translates to For Information Only. Accompanied by a typed label which states, “HITLER’S PERSONAL STAMP, TAKEN FROM HIS DESK IN THE REICH CHANCELLERY BY INTELLIGENCE OFFICER A A WILLIAMS”. This item formed part of the late Reg Palmer Collection, who had a small private museum in near Charring Cross, London, in the 1980’s and early 1990’s. Back in March 2017, C&T Auctioneers sold a personal photograph album of Eva Braun, liberated from the Berlin Bunker which came from the same collection.
Lot 395
Key and Fob from the Toilet in the Reich Chancellery Liberated in 1945, an alloy key fob impressed with NSDAP political eagle with number “166” underneath and around the top “REICHSKAMZLEI”, reverse is stamped “HERREN W”. Remains of the gilt wash remains to the fob. Attached are two keys. Accompanied by a handwritten note which states “Reicjskanzlei Toilet keys metal tab taken by me from a drawer of Adolf Hitler’s own desk. A. a. Williams Flight-Lieut R.A.F July 1945”. This item like the previous lot in this auction was from the late Reg Palmer collection, who owned a small private museum near Charring Cross, London in the 1980’s and early 1990’s.
Lot 494
WW2 German Naval (Kriegsmarine) Ships Bulkhead Clock, good example of the brass cased bulkhead pattern clock with blackened roman numerals to the dial and two hands. Stamped to the dial with Kriegsmarine eagle and M stamp, also “6981 N”. Complete with locking and winding key. Three fixing brackets attached to the reverse of the brass case. Some dents to the case but otherwise generally good condition. Appears to be in working order but sold as static display item.
Lot 54
9ct Gold Omega Movement Pocket Watch Awarded in Recognition of the Award of the Distinguished Conduct Medal to Rifleman H Rumsey in 1916, and Awarded the Military Medal (M.M) in 1917, the half hunter pocket watch with white enamel dial and Roman numerals and insert subsidiary dial. Missing the hour hand and retailers details on the dial has rubbed. The bezel casing has become loose. Reverse of the watch case is engraved “Presented by the Directors of GEORGE NEWNES LTD to MR H RUMSEY as an appreciative taken of his gallantry which won for him the D.C. Medal JUNE 1916”. The watch movement marked “OMEGA” and numbered 4202626. All parts of the watch are stamped for 9ct gold. Watch is accompanied by a 9ct gold and enamel key to the city with a presentation inscription “PRESENTED TO THE WORSHIPFUL THE MAYOR OF WEST HAM ALDERMAN H J RUMSEY D.C.M M.M J.F BY THE ARCHITECT GEORGE COLES F.R.I.B.A ON THE OCCASION OF THE OPENING OF THE AEX THEATRE STRATFORD 5.11.34”. Also accompanied by Rumsey’s original Soldiers Small Book with his name, regimental number and regimental details. Inside the book are a number of other original documents including two recommendations for gallantry which would have appeared to resulted in the awards of both the Distinguished Conduct medal and the Military Medal (M.M), the first card is inked “Your very gallant conduct under heavy shell fire, when on June 10 1916 you assisted in digging out several of your comrades who were buried in the ruins of a fam”, the other states “L Cpl H Rumsey 18th KRRC attd 122 TMB I wish to place on record my appreciation of your devotion to duty in continuing to serve your Bn although wounded, under heavy fire during a bombardment of the St Eloi craters, 8 Feb 1917”. The watch is in need of some restoration, not currently in working order. Herbert Rumsey served with the 18th Battalion Kings Royal Rifle Corps with the regimental service number C/6687. The award for the Distinguished Conduct Medal (D.C.M) appeared in the London Gazette 27th July 1916, the official citation was as follows, “C/6687 Pte. H. Rumsey, 18th Bn, K.R.R.C (attd 122/2 Trench Mortar By) For conspicuous gallantry. During an intense bombardment by the enemy Privates Rumsey and Marshall dug out and got into safety 3 wounded comrades who had been buried in a ruined house. They were under heavy fire for an hour while working”. The award of the Military Medal appeared in the London Gazette 26th March 1917, this was awarded whilst also attached to the same Trench Mortar Battery. Rumsey was wounded in 1917 and declared no longer fit for service. He was also entitled to the British War & Victory medal and the Silver War badge. This item was purchased by the current vendor directly from the family.Key weighs 60 grams Watch weighs 114 grams
Lot 542
Luftwaffe Tropical Pattern Sun Helmet, untouched example of the special pattern tropical pith helmet as issued to Luftwaffe troops in Kreta (Crete), North Africa, Italy and Southern France etc. Tropical cloth covered cork body helmet with tan leather trim to the brim. Helmet is complete with its correct brass Luftwaffe eagle which is flying the opposite way to the standard cap insignia and the other side with the metal tri-colour decal shield. Helmet has its light tan leather chinstrap. Interior with the original leather sweatband which is size stamped and maker marked to the underside with date which appears to be 1940. Some crushing to the top and evidence of cork damage but still a hard to find item of tropical headdress.
Lot 543
Unique Luftwaffe Tropical Afrika Korps (D.A.K) Prisoner of War Field Cap, an interesting bleached white cloth peaked field cap in the design of a tropical M-41 pattern field cap. The cap is complete with the original Luftwaffe tropical one piece eagle insignia, often worn on the tropical shirts but you do also seen used on headdress. To the side of the cap is crudely embroidered “DAK 1943” with palm tree in between. The interior of the cap has a towel type lining in red and white with a thick sweatband fitted. The cap is very crudely constructed. This cap was worn by a Luftwaffe Prisoner of War from North Africa when he was held in captivity in the UK. The cap was given to a local Sussex butcher and was purchased by the current vendor directly from this person. Although the cap is not textbook in construction, we believe this to be an original North Africa worn item of headdress, the Luftwaffe appeared to wear a whole mixture of clothing when stationed in North Africa as part of the Deutsche Afrikakorps (D.A.K)
Lot 559
Hier Spricht die NSDAP Enamel Sign / Plaque, being a fine example of the black enamel sign with white enamel NSDAP style eagle to the centre, red and white gothic writing to the centre of the sign. Various organisations details to the lower section. Some enamel loss and rusting to the edges, corners, top and bottom section of the sign. Item displays well. Measures 65 x 79cms. These were used in most official buildings, the representative of each organisation would be annotated on the board and other similar information. Normally inside factories and government official buildings.
Lot 572
Inert WW1 British No2 Mk II Hales Hand Grenade, very good condition example retaining much of its finish. Complete with its wooden haft. This pattern of grenade was designed by Marten Hale of the Cotton Powder Company in 1907. It was first produced for the Mexican Government in 1910, this is why it is often referred to as a “Mexican”. After the outbreak of WW1 the British military approved it for service with the British army. This item is empty and safe to own in the UK. We are not able to offer any in house post and packing for this item. Buyer will need to organise collection.
Lot 602
WW1 Turkish Army Canvas Water Carrier, heavy canvas pouch with a white porcelain spout top and heavy duty brass fixing rings which hold thick brown leather straps attached to a canvas shoulder strap. Stencilled star and crescent moon stamp to the front of the water carrier. A very unusual item, little reference exists of equipment of the Turkish army during WW1.
Lot 628
Remington P-1913 Bayonet, being a standard model with two piece wood slab grips and steel guard with muzzle ring. Housed in its leather and steel mounted scabbard with brown leather bayonet frog attached. Single edged blade with fuller to the back edge. Dated 1913 and with Remington stamp to the forte, also stamped with British acceptance stamps and June 1916 issue date. Blade measures 42 ½ cms, overall 58cms. Accompanied by a non-matching numbers French Model 1878 Gras rifle bayonet with its blued steel scabbard. Triangular form blade with armoury details and 1878 date. Blade measures 52cms, overall 66cms. (2 items) The first item was used by a member of the Keston Home Guard in WW2 according to the late vendors collection notes.
Lot 3045
MOOG Opus 3 Model 339BX no.2708X Sythesizer, labelled 'Moog Music Inc 2500 Walden Ave, Buffalo NY 14225 Made in USA' mono & stereo output, numerous controls including strings, organ and brass; 220VSynth appears to be in reasonable cosmetic condition. All switches appear to physically function as do sliders and control knobs although the item remains electrically untested therefore working condition unknown.
Lot 1018
A mid 20th century elm framed three piece suite with blue coloured cushions, comprising a three seater settee with a pair of matching armchairs(This item may not comply with the Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) Regulations 1988 and for this reason should not be used in a private dwelling)Condition: some scuffs and scratches to frame, no signs of any major damage or repairs to frames, various stains and dirt to blue upholstery with a couple of small holes near to arms.
Lot 42
18ct white gold solitaire diamond engagement ring, the claw set single stone approximately 0.75cts, size M, 2.3g. P&P Group 1 (£14+VAT for the first lot and £1+VAT for subsequent lots) Condition Report: Diameter x depth of the diamond = 4 x 4 mm. The item is in good condition apart from surface scratches on diamond. Diamond is white and draw good colour. No visible inclusions by eye, through a loupe there are minimal signs of inclusions, we would suggest S1 2 clarity. Again, only visible under a loupe, the stone has a fleabite chip close to one claw.
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