| PHOTO |
DESCRIPTION
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PRICE IN BRITISH POUNDS |
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AIRSHIP R101
Opening Memoriam card for R101, with list of dead on
reverse. |
£60 |
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APOLLO 11
Vintage Pana-Vue slide
packs from the Apollo 11 Moon Landing Mission (5 slides in each pack).
Some wonderful shots!
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£28 |
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APOLLO 11
Moon Landing plate by Aynsley bone china,
England. No chips/cracks. Approx. 10.5" diameter. |
£30 |
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ARCTIC REGIONS
- NORTH POLE
1894
Arctic Regions, North Pole map
taken from "The Royal Illustrated Atlas", published by A.
Fullarton & Co. The map is hand-colored and shows wonderful details.
Approx. 19" x 13". Professionally mounted, framed & glazed. |
ON
HOLD |
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BEAGLE 2
(MISSION TO MARS)
Originally only made available to
staff working on the Beagle 2 project. There are six individually
wrapped chocolates each depicting a part of the Beagle 2 probe deployment.
The back card shows all the technical data about the mission and the
probe. Total size approx. 10" x 2.5". |
£22 |
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BERLIN WALL
Trabi car with real piece of the Berlin Wall issued to commemorate the
Fall of the Berlin Wall. |
£24 |
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BLAIR, Tony
The 1997 Prime Minister Election Eyewitness
Commemorative medal. Solid sterling silver with a full proof finish issued
by the Franklin Mint in a strict limited edition on May 1st, 1997.
Now you too can own this amazing
piece to remind you of the exact day that Britain finally began to
disintegrate into the awful mess we're in now.
In original printed holder accompanied by a COA from the Franklin Mint.
We have tried it out of the holder,
and can confirm,... Yes it SPINS rather well.... |
£22 |
 
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BUFFALO
BILL'S WILD WEST SHOW
GREAT BRITAIN 1904
Absolutely stunning set of "6 Handsome Indian Postcards" in the
original envelope. Full colour (original copyright designs). Each card is
printed "Copyright Barnum and Bailey Ltd", and under each image
"Published for Buffalo Bill's Wild West, Great Britain 1904".
The cards are as clean as the day they were printed and they would look
fabulous framed with the envelope. The envelope has suffered a little, the
flap is torn across the top, and there are several creases, adding to the
charm of this wonderful rare set of cards. 105 years old rarity! |
SOLD |
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BUFFALO BILL -
CODY, William F(rederick) (1846-1917) - US Showman
82 page souvenir programme 1902 UK tour. Detailed
biography of W. F. Cody and his friends. Including chapters of the 'Red
Men', Sitting Bull, Red Cloud, Chief Joseph, Bedouin Arab Athletes,
Bucking Bronco's, General Nelson, Col. Roosevelt, The Stagecoach, Johnny
Barker and his Winchester etc... Complete and general fair condition, a
little foxing to the cover adding to the charm of this 100 year plus
publication. Also fabulous Eugene Sandow full page advertisement to the
back page. Approximately 9 1/2" x 7". |
SOLD |
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BUFFALO BILL -
CODY, William F(rederick) (1846-1917) - US Showman
Memorial Edition of Buffalo Bill's autobiography,
"The Life and Adventures of Buffalo Bill", published in 1917
(the year he died) by John R. Stanton. Updated to include a full
account of his death and burial. Illustrated with rare engravings and
photographs. 352 pages, green cloth hardback cover. In good condition for
its age (owner's name written on first page). |
£75 |
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BUFFALO BILL -
CODY, William F(rederick) (1846-1917) - US Showman
Wonderful detailed plate depicting Buffalo Bill
seated on his horse together with a head and shoulders portrait and
depiction of Bill’s grave inscribed "Buffalo Bill museum Lookout
Mountain, Colorado". A brief description to reverse (see photo). Made
in Staffordshire, England (Alfred Meakin), with the famous Jonroth
backstamp. In perfect condition (no chips, cracks or repairs). Just under
10" in diameter. |
£35 |
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BYRD, Richard -
SOUTH POLE
Hand-carved Penguin, carved
from one of the remaining pieces of the ship that carried Richard Byrd to
the South Pole. It was originally called "The Sampson" but was
renamed "The City of New York" many years later after service to
the South Pole; it was lost at sea during a fire and some of the ship
washed-up on the beach. Stamped 1939. Guaranteed to be an actual piece of
Admiral Byrd’s ship. Approx. 4.5" tall. |
SOLD |
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CARTER Jimmy
Jimmy Carter Peanut radio circa 1970's. No
box but in fine working order. |
£22 |
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CHURCHILL
Winston
Wedgwood pale blue jasper round
pin dish decorated with a bust of Winston Churchill. Approximately 4
1/2" diameter. Marked 'Wedgwood Made in England' to the base. |
£12 |
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CHURCHILL
Winston
Rare and unusual vintage
1940’s carefully hand-painted detailed small desk ornament measuring 4
½" tall. Bears the words "Never in the field of human conflict
have so many owed so much to so few" Churchill-1940. Stamped on the
base "Made in England". In excellent condition (no chips, cracks
or repairs). |
£70 |
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CHURCHILL
Winston
Original program for the "Unveiling by the Right Honourable The Lord
Mayor Sir Harold Walter Seymour, KT. of a statue of The Right
Honourable Sir Winston Spencer Churchill" in Guildhall on Tuesday,
21st June 1955. |
£15 |
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CHURCHILL
Winston
Small silver brooch. |
£30 |
 
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CHURCHILL
Winston
"The Churchill Centenary Medals" issued in
November 1974 by John Pinches Medallists Ltd (London). Presentation book
contains 24 medals (in their original plastic casings) made of solid
silver coated in 24ct gold. Issued to
commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the birth of Winston Churchill.
Original certificate of ownership is present and signed by John Colville,
Chairman, Churchill Centenary Trust. Approx. 12" x 8.5"
& very heavy. This set is numbered 3154. |
£290
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CHURCHILL
Winston
11"
x 9", large Huntley & Palmers biscuit tin, wonderful portrait of
Winston Churchill to the front. The sides have graphics of cigars, an
artist's pallet, books, a trowel, paint brushes, top hat and dogs. In good
condition overall, just the odd surface scratch, nothing too bad. |
£15 |
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CHURCHILL
Winston
Ceramic & Cork bottle top depicting Winston as a
Sailor. Complete with original cigar.
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£55 |
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CONCORDE
Sitting on
a cobalt blue ceramic base, fabulous Concorde Desk Tidy, circa 1970's. In
good condition for over 30 years (small fleabite to base (not visible when
sat on desk) and there might have been some felt originally to the
underside (?), if so, no longer present. Approximately 6" x 3
1/2" overall. |
£18 |
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EDWARD VIII
(1894-1972)
King of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Coronation souvenir calendar May 12th, 1937. In original round glass
frame, calendar complete. |
£20 |
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EDWARD VIII
(1894-1972)
King of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Unusual brass plaque
approximately 8" diameter depicting the bust of King Edward VIII in
the center. |
£15 |
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EINSTEIN Albert
January 15, 1950 - Albert Einstein - Rare
edition of the Italian magazine "La Domenica Del Corriere" which
is a tabloid style weekly which featured brightly coloured and sensational
illustrations. Approx. 11.5" x 16". 20 pages. |
£20 |
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ELIZABETHAN DOCUMENT
The final concord of an agreement (bargain and sale between George Horsley
and William Chappell) in chancery hand.
|
£40 |
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FALKLAND
ISLANDS
Large commemorative brass. |
£15 |
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GAGARIN
Yuri
Vintage French Magazine "Paris Match", Issue No 991, 6th April
1968 with a fabulous photo of Yuri Gagarin on the cover. There are 7 pages
relating to the death of Yuri Gagarin. Complete with age wear - see photos
for condition. Ideal for framing. |
£20 |
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GWYNN Nell
English Actress and Mistress of King Charles II
Boxed set of two vintage
"Nell Gwynn" candles, unused in original box. "Made at the
oldest factory in the world Est. 1642 in the reign of Charles
1st". Box has some soiling. Box approx. 8 1/2" 1
3/4".
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£15 |
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HALLEY'S COMET
May, 1910. Rare edition of the French
newspaper "Le Petit Parisien". Front page depicts a crowd
sitting on a rooftop observing Halley's Comet. |
£20 |
  
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HENGLER'S
GRAND CIRQUE / CIRCUS
Original
broadsheet August 1881, for the Hengler's Grand Cirque. Some of the
biggest names of the time appearing, including :
The Clowns : Whimsical Walker, Comical Cattle and Le Quips (Whimsical
walker became the most successful clown of the 19th Century).
James Lloyd, bareback rider.
"Comet" the Salamander Fire Horse.
Zoological curiosity, "Pamphillon".
Celebrated contortionist, M. Persivani, "The Chameleon".
The English Jockey, Mr. George Gilbert.
Etc... Lots more, too many to list (17 acts in all).
"This evening August 26th, Volunteer Night, the performance being
under the patronage and presence of Lieut. Col. Ripley of 2nd W.Y.
Artillery volunteers.
Professionally matted, framed and glazed to an overall size of 24"
16". Wonderful graphic at the top showing a man riding two horses,
while a woman balances on his hands. Surely a modern day health and safety
issue!!! In good condition for its age, 3 tears at the folds. |
£180 |
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HITLER, Adolf
Rare (possibly one of a kind) 1938 WWII
Christmas/New Year decoration. I am told by the original owner that this
item was taken as a trophy by Soviet troops during a Berlin operation in
1945. Extremely large & heavy (approximately 12" diameter), made
of thick glass. Some enamel loss but no chips or cracks. In good condition
for its age. |
£380
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HITLER, Adolf
Original oil painting on board - Framed
overall 16" x 23" signed 'Collingwood'. We believe this to be
the original artwork for a book cover entitled "Eagle's Nest". |
£550 |
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HITLER, Adolf
Original oil painting on board - Framed
overall 22" x 25" signed 'C. Hommel'. |
£450 |
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KAMET
Film program for "Kamet
Conquered by Smythe". |
£20 |
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KELLER,
Helen
Wheaton Helen Keller glass decanter. Mint condition. |
£28 |
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KENNEDY ONASSIS,
Jackie
A printed note
from Mrs Kennedy. So many well wishes to Jackie Kennedy,... these cards
were hastily printed and sent out.
"Mrs Kennedy is
deeply appreciative of your sympathy and grateful for your
thoughtfulness".
Framed together with the
hand addressed envelope bearing the printed signature of Jacqueline
Kennedy. |
£50 |
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KENNEDY, John
F.
Vintage
7" tall commemorative JFK glass with gold rim "1960-1963"
"The President of the United States". In fine condition. |
£10 |
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KENNEDY, John
F.
Wheaton JFK glass decanter. Mint condition. |
£28 |
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KU KLUX KLAN
Original
1960's poster from the Waco Texas Chapter. Printed on thin cardboard,
approximately 9" x 12". Some light staining but still displays
well (see photo). |
£100 |
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LAIKA Russian
Space Dog
1950/60’s vintage tin
depicting Laika, the First Russian Space Dog, to orbit on board Sputnik 2
on 3rd November 1957. |
SOLD |
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LAIKA Russian
Space Dog
Commemorative Swatch watch in original case
depicting a wonderful picture of this brave little dog! Needs new battery. |
£35
ON HOLD
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LOCH NESS
MONSTER
August 6, 1961 - The Loch Ness Monster - Rare
edition of the Italian magazine "La Domenica Del Corriere" which
is a tabloid style weekly which featured brightly coloured and sensational
illustrations. Approx. 11.5" x 16". 40 pages. |
£20 |
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MUSSOLINI
Benito
5 small black & white photographs of the executed Benito Mussolini,
his mistress, Claretta (Clara) Petacci and a few other fascist party
members. With a letter from the 'Southern Nevada Civil War Historical
Society' stating the authenticity of the photographs. Approximately
3" x 2" in good condition, a little age wear to reverse. |
£30 |
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PEARY Robert E.
Limited Edition (Great
Americans series, 1977) Mc Cormick Distillery figural decanter depicting
the Polar explorer, Admiral Robert E. Peary, in full Polar dress, holding
a sextant and standing alongside a husky dog. Approx. 10" tall in
fine condition. |
£50 |
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POLAR
EXPLORATION
Fabulous set of 25 cigarette cards issued by John Player in
1916 (2nd series), charting the exploits of Captain Scott's polar
expedition. Fine character portraits of Scott, Commander Evans, Captain
Oats, Dr. Wilson, Lieut. Bowers, Demetri (the Russian dog driver), Oscar
Wisting (at the Pole), Lindstrom, the Cook, and Capt Amundsen. There are
also pictures of Christmas and even a game of football on the ice.
Wonderful colour souvenir, each card with description to reverse. Approx.
2 3/4" x 1 3/4" each. Good condition throughout. Would look
stunning framed. |
£48 |
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POLAR
EXPLORATION
Polar exploration, series of 25
cigarette cards issued by John Player. 1st Series. Subjects include a
portrait of Shackleton, Peary's arctic expedition 1889-1902, Parry and
Hoppner's Expedition 1821, Dr. Nansen, Extracts from Shackleton's Diary,
The S.Y. Nimrod, Franklin etc... Complete, slight age wear throughout,
small stain on Ernest Shackleton's card (see photo). Ideal for framing. |
£48 |
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QUEEN ELIZABETH
II
Coronation of Queen
Elizabeth II - 2nd June 1953. Programme packed with photos and history.
Complete with a Metropolitan Police Coronation Day car sign with full
printed parking instructions printed on the reverse + 2 original tickets
to watch the procession at Piccadilly. In overall fine condition with some
age wear as can be expected from a 54 year old programme. Approx. 10"
x 7". |
£15 |
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RUSSIAN SPACE
A complete box of Russian
chocolates, wonderful graphics on each chocolate and the box. Possibly
1961 to commemorate Man's first leap into space. |
£80 |
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SCOTT, Robert
Falcon
Vintage commemorative crested China figure of Captain Scott (in his
arctic gear) - Margate. No maker's stamp. Approximately 5 3/4" high.
Rare. |
£45 |
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SCOTT, Robert
Falcon
SCOTT'S LAST EXPEDITION VOL. I & VOL. II
Smith Elder & Co. 1913 Hardback.
Vol. I being the journals of Cpt. R. F. Scott, R.N. C.V.O., Vol. II being
the reports of the journeys and scientific work undertaken by Dr. E. A.
Wilson and the surviving members of the expedition, arranged by Leonard
Huxley.
"With photogravure
frontispieces, 6 original sketches in photogravure by Dr. E. A. Wilson, 18
colored plates (16 from drawings by Dr. Wilson), 260 full-page and smaller
illustrations from photographs taken by Herbert G. Ponting. Panoramas and
Maps".
Vol. I - 1st Edition, 633 pages,
binding a little loose here and there, all maps present, small tear to top
left spine. Overall age wear.
Vol. II - 3rd Edition, 534 pages, a
few dog ears, overall age toning, a 5mm bar loss to the top of the spine
(see photo). All maps and illustrations present.
Though far from mint, these two
volumes are still in acceptable condition. The illustrations are simply
awe inspiring!! |
£125
the pair |
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SHACKLETON
Ernest
Ernest Shackleton - Heart of the
Antarctic - popular edition, Nov. 1910. Published by William Heinemann
London 1910. Colour and black & white illustrations and 47
photographs. There is a fold out map at the end of the volume,
"General Map showing the explorations and surveys of the Expedition,
route and surveys of the Southern Journey Party 1908-09. The map has a
tear to the page, not affecting the print (see photo). 368 pages, two are
loose near the centre of the book. The cover has a gold embossed image of
the Northern Party at the magnetic pole. The spine has a little age
toning. In all an acceptable copy of this much sought after book complete
with (the often missing) map. Approximately 7 1/2" x 5". |
£75 |
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SHACKLETON
Ernest & PEARY Robert E.
1909 HMV Victor 55096, 78rpm
record. Side A features Commander Robert E. Peary "The
Discovery of the North Pole" and side B features Ernest Shackleton in
"A Dash for the South Pole". Narrated by the 2 explorers. In
good condition for its age, extremely rare. |
ON
HOLD |
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SHEPERD Alan
Metallic rocket coin bank to
commemorate Alan Sheperd's first space flight. |
£125 |
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SPACE
Vintage Russian electric lamp commemorating the Space Race. Base is
approx. 7" long. |
£85 |
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SPACE
Novelty Commemorative banknote for MAJOR LEROY GORDON COOPER, Homecoming
to Oaklahoma, 29th June 1963. Approx. 7.5" x 3" |
£38 |
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SPACE
Vintage Russian tie clip. |
£12 |
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THATCHER,
Margaret
Bone China pin dish
commemorating The Rt. Hon. Mrs Margaret Thatcher M.P., First Woman Prime
Minister of the United Kingdom. In absolutely mint condition. Just
over 4 1/2" diameter. |
£10 |
| TITANIC |
FOR TITANIC -
SEE TITANIC WEBPAGE |
TITANIC |
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WATERLOO
A rare 19th
Century French embossed brass box or purse, believed to have been given to
a survivor of The Battle of Waterloo. The front is decorated with a
picture of a French soldier and his dog. On the top is the inscription
"Le Courage Malheureux" (the unfortunate courage or bravery) and
below the picture "Vaterloo 1815". The side of the box has a
pierced gallery design. The back of the box is made of leather and opens
up like the petals of a flower. Size 3 ¼" diameter, 1" deep. A
unique opportunity to obtain a possession of a soldier of Napoleon’s
army defeated at Waterloo. |
SOLD |
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WATERLOO
Card invitation, 5" x 3
1/2", partially printed, (hand coloured) with The Waterloo Banquet
with a crest. Apsley House, painted by William Salter M.A.F.
Admit Douager(?) Lady Grey & friends on May 7th & 8th (no
year but very likely 1839).
"When completed, the Waterloo
Banquet was exhibited to wide acclaim. The demand to see the picture was
so great that tickets were issued. " |
£85 |
 
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WATERLOO -
WELLINGTON, Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of, known as the Iron Duke -
(1769-1852) - Irish-born soldier and statesman
Vintage hand-coloured print
published by H. Colburn, Conduit Street, London 1816. Drawn & Etchd by
G. Cruikshank. Entitled "An Historical Account of the Battle of
Waterloo". In what appears to be the original frame. Overall size
approx. 13 1/2" x 11 1/4". Rare. |
£60 |
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WELLINGTON, Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of, known as the Iron Duke -
(1769-1852) - Irish-born soldier and statesman
Large poster November 11th, 1852. Police Orders and Regulations to be
observed within the City of London, on the occasion of the Ceremony of the
Funeral of Field-Marshal Arthur Duke of Wellington. Listing regulations at
bridges, time of arrival, setting down and taking up. Extensive folds and
creases. Professionally framed and glazed. Overall size approx. 22" x
32". For mail order this item will be taken out of its frame. |
£220 |
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WELLINGTON, Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of, known as the Iron Duke -
(1769-1852) - Irish-born soldier and statesman
Vintage framed print circa 1850. Approx.
7" x 5". |
£80 |
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WILSON, Edward
Edward Wilson "Nature Lover"
(author of "Edward Wilson of the Antarctic") by George Seaver.
219 pages hardback with dustjacket (age wear to edges). 6th impression,
December 1947. Wilson reached the South Pole with Captain Scott. He was
called the "Mind" of the expedition. This work, largely based
upon his private journals, reveals the man himself as well as the artist
and naturalist. 17 coloured illustrations, another 28 in line and 22 half
tones in the text. Published by John Murray. |
£20 |
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WWI
WW1 Red Cross Nurse's feeding cup together with a small framed photo of
the nurse who apparently was the original owner. No chips or cracks. |
£30 |
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WWI
Small vintage porcelain cup
reading Deutschland KPM with the Iron Cross printed on the base, there
could also be a number '102'(?) on the base. The German emblem to the
front. In fine condition (no chips/cracks/repairs). Approximately 2"
tall and 3" wide (inc. handle). Made by KPM Berlin. |
£20 |
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WWII
Original gold coloured alloy tag from the Male Cloakroom of the Reich
Chancellery (Reichskanzlei).
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SOLD |
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WWII
1930’s M.
HOHNER harmonica in rare original box with Swastika graphic on flag and
writing, "Die Fahne Hoch!" ("Raise the Flag!" - which
is the title of a German WWII Marching Song). Same graphics are engraved
on the harmonica.
In good working condition as can be expected from "Hohner, the
quality brand". Small right hand flap of the box is missing.
|
£165 |
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WWII
Fabulous black
& white portrait of an aircraft (I'm sure an aviation expert can tell
us which it is!(?)). The tail reads 'Royal Navy'.
72083(?), it has what looks like a Merlin Rolls Royce engine, guns in the
wings and an observation area around the middle.
The back of the frame has an affixed sticker presumably from the original
envelope (see photo).
Lovely and clear large original publicity photograph from "The
Publicity Dept, Fairey Aviation Co. Ltd., Heston".
Overall size is approximately 21" x 16". Could do with a new
frame, the old tape has split and come loose. |
£36 |
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WWII
WWII Gas mask. |
£22 |
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WWII
Vintage
leaflet dropped (apparently from Lancaster C-Charlie) over "Elberfeld-Wuppertal
Raid June 1943" (which has been handwritten to the top left). The
front appears to show the tonnage of bombs dropped on London and Dortmund
over 3 years, culminating with the huge tonnage of 1943 from bomber
command, compared to the German tonnage of only 50 tons on London.
The reverse has a speech from Churchill, and a graphic of Hitler marching
with the devil through a bomb site. There are also quotes from Goering
from 1938, Hermann Burte 1940 and Field Marshall Milch 1941. Just over
10" x 8 1/2", overall creases, lightweight book paper. |
£20 |
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WWII - HITLER
Adolf
Mein Kampf-1st unexpurgated edition, two volumes in one.
Published by Hurst and Blackett Ltd.
April 1942. |
£140 |
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WWII
Allies commemorative bicscuit tin. Large cylindrical tin depicting
Churchill, Roosevelt, Stalin and ...(incredibly rare) Chiang Kai-shek.
Graphic is in fine condition for a 57 year old tin, however there is an L
shaped bald patch to the lower left (not affecting main graphic). The
inside is wonderfully clear of rust. Overall condition is 8/10. |
£125 |
 
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ZEPPELIN
Vintage 1930’s LZ 127 Graf Zeppelin postcard souvenir pull-out booklet,
with cachet to front stating they were sold on the return from the world
voyage "Zur Erinnerung an die Rückkehr des Luftschiffes Graf
Zeppelin von der Weltreise". The front also states that it contains
10 different real photographic postcards. These depict Count Zeppelin and
interiors of the LZ127, including cabin, lounge, kitchen etc…,
Friedrichshafen and a diagram of the Airship. It is in good condition
considering its age. Approx. 6" x 4.5". Rare.
LZ 127, the Graf Zeppelin - Arguably
the most important Zeppelin ever built, the Graf Zeppelin proved what
could be done with a properly run and maintained Zeppelin. The Graf
Zeppelin was the ultimate in passenger air travel for the day and could
put any modern commercial jet to shame when it comes to comfort and style.
The Graf was first walked out of her hangar on the 18th of September,
1928. She would fly farther than any Zeppelin before or since.
|
£140 |
