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Lot 375
An incredibly rare believed original WWII Second World War RAF Royal Air Force issued Type D Flying Helmet Oxygen face mask. The oxygen mask stamped with Air Ministry markings and dated 1938. Various official stampings present to the front, including the stores reference codes and part numbers. Retains a portion of the original plug-in cord. A rare piece of WWII fighter pilot equipment.
Lot 380
A rare original Houghtons Ltd of London made ' Ticka Watch Camera ' spy camera - as used during both the First World War and Second World War. The camera in the form of a pocket watch. Designed to be small, easily carried and mistaken as a timepiece, the camera was popular with military officers and those working undercover or in secret. They were introduced in around 1905 and production continued up until 1939. A rare camera.
Lot 384
A WWII Second World War American ' Special Forces ' Jedburgh cloth uniform patch as worn by OSS (Office of Strategic Services) operators in the European Theatre of Operations. Black ground, with white wings and central ' SF ' red and white emblem. Along with a similar patch marked for ' HQ ' in red embroidered lettering. Rare pair of patches.
Lot 390
A rare original WWII Second World War Lancaster Bomb-Aimers Bomb compartment arming switch panel. Service used, the switch panel features various official Air Ministry markings, and would've been used in a standard bomb aimer panel in an Avro Lancaster . The unit, whilst showing signs of wear and use, appears to be in working order with all switches still locking, and the 'mode selector' still turning. Rare piece of kit.
Lot 392
A pair of original WWII Second World War British RAF Royal Air Force coloured lithograph Victory prints. One titled ' A Halifax Four Engined Bomber ' depicting the Halifax aircraft bomber and the other titled ' Lancasters In The Making ' showing a Lancaster aircraft in production at a factory. Measures approx 37x49cm. Rare.
Lot 394
An original 20th century 1980's Falklands War Argentinian Army steel combat helmet. The soldiers helmet with original liner and chin strap has C11 painted to the inside depicting possible unit markings. Traces of a possible owners surname is scratched below seeming to read ' Gomez '. A rare item.
Lot 40
A rare original WWII Second World War Third Reich Nazi German army medal group relating to an Alios Jung of Pioneer Battalion 196. The medal group including; his Iron Cross (Second Class), Eastern Front medal, General Assault Badge and black Wound badge. All with their original certificates of issue and ribbons (where originally present). A rare German medal group with paperwork.
Lot 400
A scarce pre-WWI First World War period Telegraph / Telegraphy morse code / Marconi Operator's pocket watch by T. R. Russell of Liverpool. The silver plated pocket watch with enamel dial with Roman Numerals and alphabet letters A to M. Makers marks to dial and movement (TR Russell, 18 Church Street, Liverpool). The movement likely an imported Longines movement, engraved with serial number 364126. Very likely military used. The dial with a small hairline crack to the centre, the movement not currently working. A rare and interesting timepiece.
Lot 403
A rare WWI First World War period French toy / model aeroplane / plane the ' AL-MA '. The model aircraft being of simple construction with a central aluminium tube fuselage, folding cotton sails and powered by a large elastic band, with a plastic propeller to front. Supplied within its original cardboard box with French label to top. Elastic band replaced, otherwise all original. Rare toy. Measures approx; 77cm long when built.
Lot 406
A rare WWI First World War believed Private Purchase Officer's water bottle / canteen. Superb original condition, the canteen comes with its original screw-cap, green felt covered body and original leather strap which still retains the two brass webbing hooks. The strap fainted stamped ' 1914 '. Remarkable condition for its age, and an interesting piece of WWI equipment. Measures approx; 25cm tall.
Lot 42
A rare and poignant pair of original WWII Second World War RAF Lancaster Bomber crew flying goggles ' Goggles Mk VIII ', belonging to 1585454 Sergeant Arthur Frederick Patmore, Air Gunner on Avro Lancaster 111, KIA 22nd April 1944. The goggles presented within their original box, with ' Dimming Cloth ' and tin still present. Named ' Patmore ' to the strap. Purchased from the family of Patmore after the war by the vendor's grandfather. A unique piece of WWII Aviation history.
Lot 425
A rare original WWII Second World War British Army brass knuckle duster. The ' George Ibberson & Co ' Sheffield made knuckleduster is stamped with the broad arrow mark to the forefinger and numbers / date 1941. Brass or bronze construction with shaped finger holes and a smooth outer rim. Rare.
Lot 428
A rare believed WWII Second World War MI9 issued ' Escape & Evade ' miniature hacksaw blade. The blade of approx 1.5" in length is still presented within its original tissue paper. Blades like this were secreted inside clothing / shirt collars of those sent into enemy territory. A rare surviving item.
Lot 43
A collection of rare WWII Second World War Dutch ' Signaal ' magazines. All wartime issue (1942) and each featuring lots of pictures and articles regarding events of that time. To the covers are full page black and white photographs - all of a military theme, including some German interest. Interesting content, in Dutch. Rare magazines.
Lot 430
A scarce original WWII Second World War British large Union Flag / Jack. Usual form, in red white and blue with stitched panels. The seam dated ' 44 '. Some light wear present (small holes, staining etc) but otherwise excellent condition for its age. Rare period original flag. Measures approx; 93x190cm.
Lot 444
A rare early 19th Century antique snuff box depicting a bust of Wellington with inscription for Marquis Wellington. Made to commemorate the Victory of the wars in Spain and him being made Marquis. Features an early bust with him having a small ponytail. The sides of the box decorated with military scenes in relief. Measures: 5.5cm diameter.
Lot 45
A rare and impressive Gulf War ' Wilkinson Sword ' made FS ' Fairbairn Sykes ' presentation commando knife / dagger for ' Operation Desert Storm ' from the Gulf War. Featuring an ebonsided ribbed handle and a double edged steel blade etched with ' Operation Desert Storm 17th January 1991 ' to one side and ' Her Majesty's Armed Forces Defending World Freedom ' to the reverse. Stamped with the Royal Warrant, Wilkinson Sword makers mark and engraved with 085 to the base. Displayed within the original green presentation box. Rare.
Lot 450
An incredibly rare original WWII Second World War MI9 issued ' Dagger ' Fountain Pen. The pen exterior being a standard ' Made In England ' period fountain pen in black. The lid unscrews to reveal a deadly four-sided short dagger to the lid. As issued by the SOE during the war to allied troops behind enemy lines, or prisoners of war. Rare item.
Lot 470
A rare WWII Second World War period knuckle duster / push dagger trench combat knife / dagger. The blade with makers marks (slightly obscured) but stamped ' Sheffield, England ' to ricasso. The hilt of usual form, with pointed knuckle holes for finger positioning. Appears to have been fashioned together (or possibly repaired) at some point - the knife held to the knuckle duster by strong brass rivets. Unusual piece of weaponry. Measures approx; 23cm long.
Lot 474
A rare set of x6 original WWII Second World War Third Reich Nazi Germany ' Beauty Of Labour ' ceramic plates. Each stamped with the Labour symbol to base, with a central swastika. Dated 1939 and marked for being made in Bavaria. The tops decorated with gilt banding and a central ' D ' monogram. Generally good used condition, one or two have chips to the rim but no major damage. Each approx; 20cm diameter.
Lot 479
A 19th Century Victorian English antique cast iron doorstop / fireside flatback in the form of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Famous for ending the Napoleonic Wars when he defeated Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. The bust being a portrait facing right raised on stepped pedestal base simply engraved Wellington. Makers seal to reverse but illegible. Rare original piece, Measures: 24cm.
Lot 481
A rare 19th Century Victorian English antique naval maritime Merchant Navy military telescope with makers inscription reading Rivett F Guise From J Wingfield Stratford Aug 21st 1869. Single draw brass example with leather centre complete with a section displaying the Flags & Pendants In Merchant Navy. Measures: 83cm long when extended.
Lot 484
A rare WWI First World War Military Officers Marching Compass by Dennison Birmingham in a full hunter pocket watch case. Dated 1917 and fully stamped to front of case. In full working order with working push button clasp and inset compass parts. One of the best we have ever seen, a great original example. Measures: 45mm (case).
Lot 488
A rare WWII Second World War American Red Cross issued ' Escape & Evade ' clandestine soldier's ' escape kit '. The kit comprising of a miniature escape compass, razor blade and newspaper clipping - all housed within an ' American Red Cross ' box of matches / matchbox. The newspaper clipping from c1940 (D-Day). Interesting item.
Lot 490
A rare Edwardian Suffragette ' Votes For Women ' defaced penny coin. The coin defaced with text and furthermore with punched dots. Mutilating coins was one of the methods suffragettes used to spread their message of universal suffrage to a wide audience. Along with a period 'comical' Suffragette related postcard, addressed to a lady in Newport which ends ' How do you like this postcard? ' Rare and interesting items.
Lot 496
An incredible WWII Second World War type MI9 issued special ' escape ' compass uniform button. Rarer darker-type. The button could be unsewn and the two sections unite to form a balance compass. As issued to allied airmen should they be shot down and find themselves in enemy territory. Rare piece of kit.
Lot 498
A rare unusual original WWII Second World War Third Reich Nazi German flag pole topper. Bakelite construction, the topper in the form of a ' Gladius ' type sword, with an Iron Cross to the centre and large date ' 1940 '. To the reverse is the notation ' Symbol Wird Waffe ' (Symbol Becomes Weapon). Measures approx; 25cm tall. Rare item.
Lot 499
An unusual believed WWI First World War (possibly WWII) Robbins of Dudley style punch / push dagger fighting knife. The blade of cruciform shape, leading to a four-finger hilt. Supplied within its original leatherette scabbard / sheath. An unusual piece of trench warfare weaponry. Maker unknown. Measures approx; 15cm long. Rare.
Lot 5
A scarce original WWI First World War period Burnett Of London (pre- Chad Valley ) made ' Ubilda ' tinplate / metal toy model of ' The Joey ' - a bi-plane aeroplane. Well made from aluminium, the cockpit features a likeness of a pilot, the engine with diecast metal components to the engine. Appears complete with all wheels, engine and tail fins. Remnants of original makers labels to base. A rare military related toy. Measures approx; 37cm long.
Lot 502
An incredibly rare original WWII Second World War Third Reich Nazi German Army 2cm Flak 30/38 field ammunition box / container. Steel construction, the case marked ' 25kg ' and features both original Flak gun magazines, each with original Nazi Waffen manufacturers stamps present, and serial numbers 205451 and 208965 respectively. The case itself with all original inner fittings still present. Rare piece of field kit. Box measures approx; 39cm tall.
Lot 506
A rare original WWII Second World War Third Reich Nazi German army leather uniform pouch, believed to be SS issue and likely for wire cutters (or similar). The pouch made by J. M. Eckhart and dated 1939 to collar. The flap impressed with an ' SS ' death skull. Rare original piece of kit. Measures approx; 42cm long.
Lot 510
An original WWII Second World War Third Reich Nazi German M42 steel stahlhelm combat helmet. Single decal variation, the decal being a curved swastika with central oak leaf formation on green. With liner and original chin strap present. The helmet's rim impressed 2487 and ET6 to side. Some elements of this helmet may be replacement (liner for eg), and buyer's are reminded for the need to satisfy themselves as to originality prior to bidding, irrespective of description. Rare helmet.
Lot 515
An original WWII Second World War Hong Kong Union Jack / Flag, by repute removed from the navy base in Hong Kong - HMS Tamar - by the Royal Engineers who were stationed there at the time.. The flag of usual form, with wind damage to one end and various holes from use. The seam retaining the original brass hoops. Rare piece of history. Measures approx; 90x135cm Provenance (told by vendor): I was always told the flag was flown at the navy base in Hong Kong HMS Tamar where the royal engineers were stationed, with around 50 royal marines. The flag was actually taken down by the royal engineers and was purchased a very long time ago by my great uncle Lesie in the 1970s when we was working in Dorset, of all places. He was a watchmaker and he took the flag in as part of payment for some watch work he did.
Lot 519
A rare pair of original believed c1939 British sweet shop / confectionery shop advertising posters ' Lee's of Thaxted - Old Fashioned Mints - A Sweet Way Of Pleasing The Family! '. The posters showing a large glass jar of ' Old Fashioned Mints ' (Humbugs) to the corner, with notation top and bottom. Superb condition for their age, the posters come lightly folded in parts (no strong crease lines) and some edge wear not affecting the poster design. Likely unused. Rare original posters. Approx; 76cm x 51cm.
Lot 520
A rare antique 19th century French (or Russian) ' Gladius ' Pattern Model 1834 Pioneers Sawback sword, as issued to other ranks. The ricasso with various stamps, notably ' BK '. The crossguard stamped ' 1843 '. Presented within its original brass mounted scabbard. Rare. Measures approx; 68cm long.
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