A good original First World War period Princess Mary 1914 Gift Fund tin, given to both Army & Navy Fighting Forces, this example is in presentable toned condition, without any splits to the corners, hinge fully functional, gilt finish polished back to brass, the base with minor service wear and dents.
These tins were given by Princess Mary as a gift to the Soldiers and Sailors fighting f...  read more

Code: 65234

A scarce original First World War period '1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund bullet pencil'; the brass case engraved with Princess Mary's Cypher and stamped to the base 'C A C' 'C VI', complete with 'Sterling Silver' bullet head and original lead pencil, tip broken. Very good condition, no dents, splits or cracks.
Length approx 79mm.
These fine quality silver pencils were made by 'Aspre...  read more

Code: 64963

A scarce original First World War period 1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund Christmas Card inside page inscribed:
'With Best Wishes for a Happy Christmas and a Victorious New Year. From The Princess Mary and Friends at Home', together with a Princess Mary photograph (CREASED) and envelope, in well used cherished condition.

Given by Princess Mary as a gift to the Soldiers and Sai...  read more

Code: 64962

A scarce ORIGINAL First World War period '1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund bullet pencil'; the brass case engraved with Princess Mary's Cypher and stamped to the base with 'WD' broad arrow symbol 'RL11 VI', complete with 'Sterling Silver' bullet head and original lead pencil. Very good condition, no splits or cracks, a few very minor dents to top.
Length approx 79mm.
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Code: 64461

A scarce original First World War period '1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund bullet pencil'; the brass case engraved with Princess Mary's Cypher and stamped to the base with 'WD' broad arrow symbol 'RL 10 VI', complete with 'Sterling Silver' bullet head and original lead pencil. Very good condition, two small dents to top, no splits or cracks.
Length approx 80mm.
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Code: 64358

A scarce original First World War '1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund Christmas Card'; the front with Princess Mary's Cypher, the inner card inscribed:
'With Best Wishes for a Happy Christmas and a Victorious New Year. From The Princess Mary and Friends at Home'.
Very good condition, inscribed in pencil to loved ones on back cover.

Given by Princess Mary as a gift to the ...  read more

Code: 64357

A good original First World War period Princess Mary 1914 Gift Fund tin, given to both Army & Navy Fighting Forces, this example is in presentable condition, without any splits to the corners, hinge fully functional, polished back to brass, the lid and base with minor service wear and dents.

These tins were given by Princess Mary as a gift to the Soldiers and Sailors fighting for...  read more

Code: 64356

A good original First World War period Princess Mary 1914 Gift Fund tin, given to both Army & Navy Fighting Forces, this example is in well used and loved condition; short split to front left corner, polished back to brass, hinge fully functional, the lid and base with service wear and dents, verdigris stain to front.

These tins were given by Princess Mary as a gift to the Soldie...  read more

Code: 64355

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A good original First World War period Princess Mary 1914 Gift Fund tin, given to both Army & Navy Fighting Forces, this example is in presentable condition, no splits, hinge fully functional, good percentage of gilt present, now toned in places. Good used condition.

These tins were given by Princess Mary as a gift to the Soldiers and Sailors fighting for King and Country, Christ...  read more

Code: 64088

A good original First World War period Princess Mary 1914 Gift Fund tin, given to both Army & Navy Fighting Forces, this example is in presentable condition, without splits to the corners and hinge fully functional, gilt finish remains bright to the lid with service wear to high points, inside base with verdigris staining, the outside base with minor dents.

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Code: 62566

A good original First World War period Princess Mary 1914 Gift Fund tin, given to both Army & Navy Fighting Forces, this example is in presentable condition, but toned and with dent to base, hinge fully functional. Good used condition.

These tins were given by Princess Mary as a gift to the Soldiers and Sailors fighting for King and Country, Christmas 1914.  read more

Code: 64020

A scarce original First World War period '1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund bullet pencil'; the brass case engraved with Princess Mary's Cypher and stamped to the base with 'WD' broad arrow symbol 'KN 11 VII', complete with 'Sterling Silver' bullet head and original lead pencil. Very good condition, no dents, splits or cracks. An excellent example.
Length approx 79mm.
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Code: 63895

A scarce ORIGINAL First World War period '1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund Cigarette Packet', opened and containing its full twenty cigarettes with Princess Mary's Cypher, the outer packet inscribed:
'HER ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCESS MARY'S CHRISTMAS FUND 1914 CIGARETTES.
Very good condition, opened at the top, colour remains bright.

Given by Princess Mary as a gift to t...  read more

Code: 63774

A scarce ORIGINAL First World War period '1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund unopened Tobacco Packet', with Princess Mary's Cypher, the outer packet inscribed:

'HER ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCESS MARY'S CHRISTMAS FUND 1914 TOBACCO'.

Very good condition, colour remains bright.

Given by Princess Mary as a gift to the Soldiers and Sailors fighting for King and C...  read more

Code: 63773

A scarce original First World War '1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund Christmas Card'; the front with Princess Mary's Cypher, the inner card inscribed:
'With Best Wishes for a Happy Christmas and a Victorious New Year. From The Princess Mary and Friends at Home'.

Very good condition complete with envelope.

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Code: 63772

A scarce original First World War '1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund Christmas Card, photograph; the front with Princess Mary's Cypher, the inner card inscribed:

'With Best Wishes for a Happy Christmas and a Victorious New Year. From The Princess Mary and Friends at Home'.

Very good condition.

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Code: 62565

A rare original First World War period '1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund pipe or cigarette lighter'; the nickel plated case impressed with Princess Mary's Cypher and 'Xmas Fund 1914', the reverse with maker's details 'Asprey London'. Good well used condition, no splits or cracks, complete with wick.

These fine quality lighters were made by 'Asprey London' and given by Princess Mary a...  read more

Code: 61942

A good original First World War '1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund Christmas postcard from King George V and Queen Mary, the reverse with facsimile message:

'With our best wishes for Christmas 1914
May God protect you and bring you home safe'

Good condition, card has been folded and has scuff marks.
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Code: 61941

A rare original First World War period '1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund pipe or cigarette lighter'; the nickel plated case impressed with Princess Mary's Cypher and 'Xmas Fund 1914', the reverse with maker's details 'Asprey London'. Very good used condition, no dents splits or cracks, complete with wick and flint. An excellent example.

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Code: 61096

A scarce original First World War '1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund Christmas Card, photograph and envelope; the front with Princess Mary's Cypher, the inner card inscribed:

'With Best Wishes for a Happy Christmas and a Victorious New Year. From The Princess Mary and Friends at Home'.

Very good condition.

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Code: 61095