An extremely rare 'Princess Mary Christmas 1914 gift tin issued to Indian Troops containing unopened sugar candy still contained in its wax covering inscribed 'HER ROYAL HIGHNESS THE PRINCESS MARY'S CHRISTMAS FUND 1914' 'ACID TABLETS' together with a 1914 Xmas Card and envelope and complete with embossed brass box. The tin retaining a good percentage of its gilt finish, however there are splits...  read more

Code: 67086

1500.00 GBP

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An extremely rare original First World War 'Princess Mary 1914 Christmas Gift Fund writing case' the khaki canvas cover stamped with Princess Mary's monogram, Christmas Fund 1914 and retains its brass open pattern press stud which needs handling with care. Very good condition, colour remains bright, press stud with minor corrosion, no contents.  read more

Code: 67085

675.00 GBP

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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 cean condition.

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

Code: 67076

35.00 GBP

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A scarce ORIGINAL First World War period '1914 Princess Mary Gift Fund pencil card backing' in the shape of the tin and designed to hold the bullet pencil via two purpose made slits. Very good condition, minor tear to lower right central slit.  read more

Code: 67044

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 'K14 VII', complete with 'Sterling Silver' bullet head and original lead pencil. Very good condition, no dents, splits or cracks. Length approx 81mm.
These fine quality silver pencils were made by 'Asprey London' and given by P...  read more

Code: 66491

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, crease to lower front right, hinge fully functional, good percentage of gilt finish, the base with minor dent.
These tins were given by Princess Mary as a gift to the Soldiers and Sailors fighting for King and Country, Christm...  read more

Code: 66349

A good original First World War period Princess Mary 1914 Gift Fund tin, given to both Army & Navy Fighting Forces, this example is in very presentable condition, with a good percentage of gilt present, no splits to the corners, hinge fully functional.
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: 65813

60.00 GBP

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An extremely rare First World War Buckingham Palace headed facsimile letter inscribed:
'Gift from Mary R and the Women of the Empire 1914.'
Good condition, crease folds, the top with very minor split.
Following a call to the 'Women of the Empire' to provide knitted garments as Christmas comforts for the troops fighting for King and Country at the front, a few parcels would ...  read more

Code: 65782

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.

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

Code: 65781

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, with small split to front right 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 figh...  read more

Code: 65780

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 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.

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

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.

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

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.

These fine quality lighters were made by 'Aspre...  read more

Code: 61096

A scarce original First World War '1915 Princess Mary Gift Fund Christmas Card'; the front with Princess Mary's Cypher, the inner card inscribed:
'With Best Wishes for a Victorious New Year. From The Princess Mary and Friends at Home'.

Very good clean condition.

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

Code: 61063

A rare original First World War 'Princess Mary 1914 Christmas Gift Fund writing case with bullet pencil, the brass case engraved with Princess Mary's Cypher and stamped to the base “KN 14 VII”, complete with “Sterling Silver” bullet head and sharp virtually unused pencil. The canvas cover stamped with Princess Mary's Cypher, Christmas Fund 1914 and retains its brass open pattern press s...  read more

Code: 57942