Sailor of HMS Maidstone ( 1912 ) plus additional photo of his very attractive sweetheart!
Original WW1 photo postcard of a sailor from HMS Maidstone. This is particularly unusual as he appears to have posted a small image of his sweetheart to the reverse. Postally unused with minor edge creasing / bumps. Two for the price of one!
Built on the Clyde and launched in 1912, HMS Maidstone was a Submarine Depot Ship which provided an HQ and supplies for a submarine flot... read more
WW2 Free French Navy 1942 Xmas / New Year card Postcard HMS La Melpomene
A scarce comic Xmas card from a Free French Naval Forces sailor serving on HMS "La Melpomene". Four sides, in very good condition.
The French roughly translates as: The fishing season has opened! The destroyer La Melpomene, presents its very best wishes to you for the year 1942. On the back page the song lyrics "... to go fishing for sardines". Signed by Bernard Woelfel (h... read more
3rd Carabiniers ( Prince of Wales's Dragoon Guards ) White Metal Sweetheart Pin Brooch Badge
In very good condition with fully functional pin fittings. Looks to have originally been a cap badge from the size. Circa 3.8cm tall.
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18.00 GBP
WW1 vintage 6th ( Carabiniers ) Dragoon Guards Gilt Sweetheart Badge, pre1922
In very good condition, with original pin fittings. Circa 3.2cm tall.
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32.00 GBP
Royal Canadian Corps of Signals Brass Cap Badge
Die cast with two original long lugs to the rear. Detailed polished but otherwise in good condition. read more
2.00 GBP
Indian Army - 1st Punjab Regiment post 1922 Officers cap badge - Gaunt, late Jennens
Gilt dragon resting on silver scroll inscribed “ 1st Punjab Regiment ” with additional “ China ” scroll beneath the dragon’s chest. " JR Gaunt, London, late Jennens " (which dates its manufacture between 1924 - 1926), stamped to reverse. British made. Two original loops to the reverse. In stunning condition with the very odd and minor blemish to gilt finish, silver scroll dark toned, ... read more
RMP Royal Marine Police large white metal shoulder title
White metal with two original flat hexagonal lugs to the reverse. Circa 4.2cm wide and 1.9cm tall. Minor surface scratches from wear. Scarce.
Formed in 1923 by civilians employed as police officers to guard Royal Marine Barracks and other establishments; they became part of the Admiralty Constabulary in 1949. This title was also worn by members of the Royal Marine Police Sp... read more
Royal Marine Artillery ( RMA ) Other Ranks large brass helmet plate, circa 1878-1905
A good die-stamped brass large flaming grenade the ball bearing laurel wreath surmounted by a scroll inscribed “ Gibraltar ”; within the wreath a strap inscribed “ Per mare per terram ”; globe in relief to centre. Fouled anchor to base of wreath. Two loops, but please note bottom loop has been professionally replaced. Strengthening strip to neck of grenade as is typical of this badge. W... read more
WW2 Royal Berkshire ( R. Berks ) Regiment Captains Epaulette Slide
Royal Berkshire Regiment WW2 Captain's rank slide. From the effects of an unknown 2nd Bn. R. Berkshire Regt. Officer who served in 19th Indian Division during WW2. In good condition.
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Patriotic Art Cartoon Postcard - Bulldog in Naval Uniform - I am still on guard!
Postally unused, fair condition with creasing to one corner, but a strong iconic image by the artist Donald McGill.
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