WW1 Buckinghamshire Volunteer Defence Corps 1914 VTC badge
A scarce original First World War 1914 -1919 period Volunteer Force 'Buckinghamshire Volunteer Defence Corps badge', die- stamped bronzed example in the form of a swan bearing coronet and chain round its neck, the scroll below inscribed "Bucks VDC 1914", the reverse retaining one of two wires, otherwise very good condition.
Height 30mm.
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WW1 Dundee Womens Suffrage Society war relief fund badge
A very scarce original Great War period 'Dundee Women's War Relief Fund badge'; gilded brass circular example with title surround inlaid with blue enamel, the centre bearing the old 'City Arms of Dundee', the reverse impressed with maker's details "Rattray Dundee" official issue number "46/9". Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings, enamel perfect.
Diameter 28mm... read more
Queen Elizabeth 2 Cunard Farewell Season 2008 badge
A good original circa 2008 'Queen Elizabeth 2 Cunard Shipping Line Farewell Season 2008 gilt badge' commemorating her final voyage from Southampton to Dubai which began on 11 November 2008 and her arrival on 26 November in a flotilla of 60 smaller vessels, led by MY Dubai, the personal yacht of Sheikh Mohammed, ruler of Dubai, in time for her official handover the following day.
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10.00 GBP
WW1 Eglise du Mont-St.Eloi 1915 Flames Series Stevengraph postcard
A scarce and very clean First World War period 'Eglise du Mont-St.Eloi 1915 souvenir silk postcard'; woven silk example depicting the flaming towers of Mont-Saint-Eloi abbey, the reverse inscribed "Soie tissee E. Deffrene, edit, 77, rue Montmartre, Paris Vise N. 4, Imp. Le Gall, Paris." and pencil insciption "With best love" address to "Mrs B Gommer 39 Swaton Rd Campbell Rd Bow London E... read more
Guerre Europeenne 1914 -1915 Lord Kitchener Red Ensign silk military postcard
A scarce and exceptionally clean First World War period '1914 -1915 Lord Kitchener souvenir silk postcard'; hand embroidered 'Red Ensign Flag' within laurel sprays, the top bearing an embroidered scalloped edge circlet mounted to the centre a card disc bearing a coloured portrait image of Lord Kitchener with title surround, the reverse inscribed "Paris Depose Fabrication Francaise" and ink insc... read more
WW1 Almeric Paget Massage Corps 1914 APMC felt cloth sleeve badge
An extremely rare original First World War 1914 period 'Almeric Paget Massage Corps nurse's uniform sleeve badge'; large hand made felt cloth wing bearing cross to the centre with embroidered "APMC" within an applied dark blue felt circlet, linen lining and three delicate press studs to reverse. Good condition, small hole to linen backing.
Width approx 131mm.
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350.00 GBP
The Missions To Seamen gold bullion felt cloth enamel cap badge
A scarce original circa 1940's 'The Missions To Seamen cap badge'; black felt padded example bearing gold wire bullion laurel wreath, pinned to the centre a silver plated flag inlaid with blue enamel, displaying the "Flying Angel Symbol'; the reverse with black cotton herringbone lining and traces of old label. Good condition, bullion a little dull with spots of verdigris, the badge ret... read more
Butlins 1964 Margate Holiday Camp ships wheel badge.
A scarce original 'Butlins 1964 Margate Holiday Camp silver plated badge' with orange enamel ship's wheel on dark blue background, the reverse with maker's details "J.R.Gaunt London". Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, enamel perfect.
Diameter 24mm.
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Butlins 1964 Margate Holiday Camp ships wheel badge.
A scarce original 'Butlins 1964 Margate Holiday Camp silver plated badge' with orange enamel ship's wheel on dark green background, the reverse with maker's details "J.R.Gaunt London". Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, enamel perfect.
Diameter 24mm.
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Butlins 1964 Margate Holiday Camp ships wheel badge.
A scarce original 'Butlins 1964 Margate Holiday Camp silver plated badge' with orange enamel ship's wheel on light green background, the reverse with maker's details "J.R.Gaunt London". Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings, enamel perfect except for a manufacturers flaw in the form of a black metal spec.
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Butlins 1964 Margate Holiday Camp ships wheel badge.
A scarce original 'Butlins 1964 Margate Holiday Camp silver plated badge' with orange enamel ship's wheel on light blue background, the reverse with maker's details "J.R.Gaunt London". Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, enamel perfect.
Diameter 24mm. read more
WW1 Princess Mary Christmas 1914 gift fund stationery writing set
An extremely rare original First World War 'Princess Mary 1914 Christmas Gift Fund writing set' complete with writing pad, line quide sheet, 29 envelopes and a long lead pencil. The canvas cover stamped with Princess Mary's Cypher, Christmas Fund 1914 and retains its brass open pattern press stud which needs handling with care. Pencil signature to inside flap "C.Charlish ?" Excellent co... read more
WW2 War Medal full size and miniature.
A good original Second World War period full size '1939-1945 War Medal and miniature medal' unnamed as issued, complete with original silk ribbon raw edge. Very good condition.
Diameter approx 35mm. and 19mm.
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15.00 GBP
WW2 Home Guard printed cloth shoulder title badge.
A good original Second World War period 'Home Guard single shoulder title badge', cream printed on khaki cotton drill material, evidence of stitching where it has been removed from tunic. Very good condition with minimal wear.
Home Guard title came with the previous LDV Home Guard Armlet.
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WW2 Local Defence Volunteers 1940s official issue LDV Home Guard armlet.
A scarce original Second World War 1940 period official issue 'Local Defence Volunteers' armband, from the force in existence for only seventy days; black printed "LDV" on khaki twill, the ends stitched together to form a band, together with Home Guard short overlay strip to modify LDV Armlet this having been stitched on at the time. Very good used condition.
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WW2 Royal Air Force RAFVR pilots identity bracelet.
A scarce original wartime period 'Royal Air Force unmarked silver ID disc, inscribed to "E.P.Waite R.A.F. 749174". Very good condition, complete with silver plated chain bracelet with safety catch in good working order.
Length approx 193mm.
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Eastbourne Nurses Training School Sussex qualification badge.
A good original circa 1960's 'Eastbourne Nurses Training School badge'; chromium plated example bearing the 'Eastbourne County Coat of Arms' with motto 'Meliora Sequimur' (We follow the better things); the reverse with maker's details "Fattorini & Sons Ld 36 Barr St B'Ham". Very good condition, retaining original pin fitting with safety roller catch in good working condition, enamel pe... read more
South Devon & East Cornwall Hospital Plymouth Devonport badge.
A scarce original circa 1955 'The South Devon & East Cornwall Hospital Plymouth nurses qualification badge' bearing a 'Devonport' suspension bar, the reverse of the medal impressed "Silver" and inscribed "B.D. Anniss S.R.N. March 1955". Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, enamel intact.
Height 53mm. read more
RAF No 229 OCU Royal Air Force operational conversion unit badge
A scarce original George VI period 'RAF No 229 O.C.U.' gilt and enamel badge, the centre depicting crossed sword and torch with Latin motto "Discendo Duces" (By Learning, You Will Lead); the reverse with maker's details "H.W.Miller Ltd Branston St B'Ham.18". Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, no damage to the enamel.
Height 33mm.
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Royal Air Force Air Gunner RAF winged bullet arm badge 1923 -1939
A scarce original circa 1923 -1939 'Royal Air Force Air Gunner arm badge' in the form of a die-stamped brass winged bullet. Good condition, retaining original correct three loop fittings, wear to highpoints, heavy distortion to one loop, price reflects.
Height 37mm. read more