Sold In Aid of St. Dunstan's Hostel luminous celluloid matchbox cover

A scarce original 'Charity souvenir of the First World War celluloid matchbox cover' the front depicting a portrait of a 'Soldier' the reverse a 'Sailor' within luminous surround; the spine inscribed with printed details 'IN AID OF 'St. DUNSTAN'S HOSTEL, Regent's Park, for Soldiers and Sailors BLINDED IN THE GREAT WAR' 'To obtain full luminous effect keep exposed to daylight or artiificial ligh...  read more

Code: 67084

Royal Mail Steam Packet Company 1909 Hm silver advertising matchbox cover

A scarce original Edwardian period small dainty size matchbox cover, finely decorated and mounted with the enamelled house flag of' the 'Royal Mail Steam Packet Company' the side impressed with Birmingham silver hallmarks for 1909 and maker's details 'JRG&S' (J.R.Gaunt & Son). Very good condition, no damage to the enamel.
Size approx 42 x 30mm.  read more

Code: 65835

WW1 The Rifle Brigade Souvenir of the Great War Matchbox Cover

A scarce original First World War black and white celluloid matchbox cover, the front inscribed 'THE RIFLE BRIGADE' the reverse bearing the badge of the Regiment, the spine 'SOUVENIR MATCH BOX COVER' 'BRITISH MADE' Very good clean condition, no foxing.
Height 60mm.
Width 40mm.  read more

Code: 65721

Sold In Aid of St. Dunstan's Hostel luminous celluloid matchbox cover

A scarce original 'Charity souvenir of the Great War celluloid matchbox cover' the front depicting a portrait of a 'Soldier' the reverse a 'Sailor' within luminous surround; the spine inscribed with printed details 'BRITISH MADE' 'IN AID OF 'St. DUNSTAN'S HOSTEL, Regent's Park, for Soldiers and Sailors BLINDED IN THE GREAT WAR' 'To obtain full luminous effect keep exposed to daylight or artiifi...  read more

Code: 65693

Israel Star of David Judaica copper matchbox cover

A good vintage copper matchbox cover, the front displaying a circular plaque with 'Menorah' Jewish candelabra within, the title 'Israel' above and in Hebrew below, with Olive spray decoration and 'Star of David' symbol to each corner; the reverse with similar decoration with centre piece depicting two farm workers between them transporting on their shoulders a grapevine on a pole. Good ...  read more

Code: 56890

WW1 Dorsetshire Regiment celluloid matchbox cover

A scarce First World War period celluloid matchbox cover, the front displaying a Dorsetshire Regiment crest badge, the reverse bearing the regiments 'Battle Honours" within a laurel wreath, "Dorset" title along the spine with "British Made" and "Copyright". Good condition, minor foxing, colours remain bright.
Height 62mm.
Width 42mm.  read more

Code: 55613

WW1 Army Service Corps Souvenir of the Great War Matchbox Cover, United Allies Flags Great Britain, France, Belgium, Italy, Russia & Japan.

A scarce First World War celluloid matchbox cover, the front displaying an Army Service Corps badge, the reverse with the united allies flags and "Dieu Et Mon Droit", "A.S.C." title along the spine with "British Made". Very good condition, very minor foxing, colours remain bright.
Height 62mm.
Width 40mm.  read more

Code: 51371

WW1 Royal Field Artillery Souvenir of the Great War Matchbox Cover, United Allies Flags Great Britain, France, Belgium, Italy, Russia & Japan.

A scarce First World War celluloid matchbox cover, the front displaying a Royal Artillery badge, the reverse with the united allies flags, "The Royal Field Artillery" along the spine with "Copyright" and "British Made". Fair condition, with some foxing, colours remain bright.
Height 62mm.
Width 40mm.  read more

Code: 51370