Very Nice Italian Air Force Officer Sword
This is a very nice example of an Italian Air Force Dress Sword that dates from the World War II Era. It is mounted with a very nice straight, fullered blade that measures 30 1/4 inches in length. The blade is beautifully etched with bright blue and gold on either side, is marked by the maker E & F Hörster Solingen on the ricasso and remains in superb original condition. The lovely cup guard is in the motif of a full eagle’s wing with the pommel in the image of an eagle’s head and remains in nice tight condition. The black painted wooden hilt reflects a little wear to the painted finish, otherwise remains nice as well and the original twisted wire wrap is still securely in place. The metal scabbard is leather covered and beautifully fitted with the top fitting featuring the Air Force emblem. The scabbard also remains healthy in its condition and with its stitching tightly intact. Overall measuring 37 inches in length. TO SEE ADDITIONAL PHOTOS PLEASE SCROLL DOWN. The item “VERY NICE ITALIAN AIR FORCE OFFICER SWORD” is in sale since Sunday, June 04, 2017. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “pcay” and is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. This item can be shipped worldwide.
Very Nice Historical Recorded Japanese Army Officer Sword Wwii
This is an outstanding example of a War-Time Historically Recorded Battlefield Pick-Up World War II Japanese Army Officer Sword mounted with an ancestral blade. The old antique Wakizashi blade wears a cutting edge of 20 3/8 inches in length. The blade does wear a visibly wavy temper line that extends to the tip on either side however reflects cleanings from recent years and has a couple of nicks to the cutting edge, otherwise does remain in good condition. The tang wears one hole and is signed “Bishu Ju San Shiro”. The Sword wears Army Shin Gunto Regulation Mounts which all remain in very nice however there is a small glued repair to the wrapping. The Regulation scabbard remains very nice in its condition and is wonderfully hand painted with the recording of one of the hill battles of Iwo Jima along with the date March 26, 1945 and the name of the GI that brought it home. Overall, the Sword measures 36 3/8 inches in length. The item “VERY NICE HISTORICAL RECORDED JAPANESE ARMY OFFICER SWORD WWII” is in sale since Sunday, June 04, 2017. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “pcay” and is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. This item can be shipped worldwide.
Very Nice Rare Italian Partisan Lieutenant Uniform, Tunic And Breeches
Exceedingly RARE to find in any condition, this is a very nice example of an Italian Partisan Lieutenant Uniform that includes both the Tunic and Breeches. The Partisans fought the Germans and Italian Army in 44 and 45 in Northern Italy and this particular Uniform is a Pre-War Design in its chocolate colored wool as well as includes the handmade insignia which was unique to the Partisans. The Tunic reflects “war sweat stains” most especially along the waistline beneath where the belt would have fit, otherwise remains in very nice, healthy condition with all the stitching still tightly in place and all the buttons still securely attached. The Tunic measures from shoulder seam to shoulder seam 16 1/2 inches across and from the top edge of the collar to the hemline 26 inches in length. The Breeches have also survived in very nice condition with all their buttons still attached and all the stitching nicely intact. The waistline measures about 32 inches and overall they measure from the top of the waistline to the breeches hemlines 28 inches in length. Truly a Rare Find Indeed! TO SEE ADDITIONAL PHOTOS PLEASE SCROLL DOWN. The item “VERY NICE RARE ITALIAN PARTISAN LIEUTENANT UNIFORM, TUNIC AND BREECHES” is in sale since Monday, May 22, 2017. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “pcay” and is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. This item can be shipped worldwide.
#986 POLAND POLISH ARMY VOLUNTEERS BADGE, 1921, #76, very rare
#986 POLISH POLAND ARMY VOLUNTEERS BADGE, 1921, #76, Gold gilt and superb enamels and quality. 3 piece construction with hallmarks. With plain screw back disk. The badge has an Independence Cross motif, very rare. The free listing tool. The item “#986 POLAND POLISH ARMY VOLUNTEERS BADGE, 1921, #76, very rare” is in sale since Saturday, December 24, 2016. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “polishmilitaria” and is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Poland
King’s Police Medal Group to British Police Constable in Palestine Police 1936
King’s Police Medal Group to British Police Constable in Palestine Police 1936. This medal group includes the following medals. King’s Police Medal (Silver) for Gallantry HORACE W. General Service Medal (Silver) 833 CONST. Defense Medal (Silver Issue) Unnamed. War Medal 19391945 (Silver Issue) Unnamed. As such, it could be legitimate or it could be a self-award. In any case, they are just like I bought them. The circumstances surrounding Thompsons Kings Police Medal for Gallantry. At midnight on July 28, 1936, a small patrol of Palestine Police officers were fired upon by a group of Palestinians near the Nablus hills. The ensuing battle would last all day and only ended after British troops with tanks and airplanes made a counter attack. According to contemporary newspaper reports this skirmish was [t]he severest battle since the beginning of the Arab general strike against Jewish immigration 101 days ago. At least 20 Palestinians and one constable, named Christopher Wren, were killed during this clash. British Constable Horace William Henry Thompson was one of three Palestine Police officers recognized for his courageous conduct during this engagement. The others were Sergeant Hamish Ian McLeod and Constable David Farrar. According to the Palestine Police Old Comrades Association newsletter No. 118, March 1980 p 44-47 there were 65 KPMs awarded to the Palestine Police, and only 29 were for gallantry. As such, this medal is especially rare. If this items ships via. The item “King’s Police Medal Group to British Police Constable in Palestine Police 1936″ is in sale since Saturday, May 20, 2017. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “yearbooksetc” and is located in Blue Springs, Missouri. This item can be shipped to United States, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, Norway, Saudi arabia, Ukraine, United arab emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Panama, Jamaica.
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Unknown
NAMED Sword Saber USMC MARINE Officer Mameluke Pattern CHINA MARINE WW2 Viet Nam
GUARANTEED ORIGINAL USMC MARINE OFFICER SWORD AND SCABBARD. SWORD BLADE IS MARKED “UNITED STATES MARINES” AND NORMAL MARINE CORPS MOTIFS ON BOTH SIDES. THE BLADE IS ALSO ENGRAVED WITH THE NAME R. THE BLADE IS STRAIGHT, HAS NOT BEEN SHARPENED AND IS TIGHT TO THE HILT. Fariss received the commission of CWO (Chief Warrant Officer) on 6/29/29, file # 019871, page # 572. He joined the Marine Corps in 1928 and served two tours of duty in China. He was at Pearl Harbor when it was attacked and also where he met his future wife who was a RN at Queens Hospital. He served at Guadalcanal and in the Philippines during WW2. He continued to serve into Viet Nam. SHIPS ONLY IN THE US. The item “NAMED Sword Saber USMC MARINE Officer Mameluke Pattern CHINA MARINE WW2 Viet Nam” is in sale since Wednesday, May 31, 2017. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “ldcbac” and is located in Washington, Pennsylvania. This item can be shipped to United States.
V Roku 1926 Bol V Matici Masaryk
Vintage c. 1937 Imperial Japanese Navy Training Photo Album Book RARE Pre-WWII
1937 Imperial Japanese Navy Training Photo Album Book RARE Pre-WWII. The pages are divided by thin rice paper that has printed Japanese Text. The pages of the book are full of Japanese Text as well, especially the rear final pages which look to be perhaps a listing to all the crew members! This Vintage Japanese Imperial Navy album is in good condition for its age, showing some mild edge wear to the covers. The binding is original and is holding strong, albeit slightly loose. The interior pages shows light-mild scuffing and coloration from age/display. The rice paper dividers are in good shape, with only 1 missing and some light creasing present in a few pages. This album has absolute fantastic display value, and provides an unparalleled view into the life of one of history’s most powerful naval forces! 11-1/4″ W x 7-5/8″ H x 3/4 Thick. Our High Resolution Photographs are taken for your review and inspection of the item in detail. Please review and feel free to ask any question you may have. Thank you for viewing! Thank you for browsing our store. We hope to earn your business. Powered by SixBit’s eCommerce Solution. The item “Vintage c. 1937 Imperial Japanese Navy Training Photo Album Book RARE Pre-WWII” is in sale since Wednesday, May 31, 2017. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “opamerica” and is located in Clearwater, Florida. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
- Original/Reproducton: Original
- Subject: Figures & Portraits
1918 WW1 PALESTINE JEWISH BATTALION SILVER MEDAL VERY RARE badge pin
1918 WW1 JEWISH BATTALION SILVER MEDAL. The medal is designed with high relief and usualy found very eroded. The offered item on this auctiob is in amazing condition! All small details visible including chain and shield decorations. Please look closely at all the pictures and judge condition for your self. THE ITEM IN THE PICTURES IS THE ITEM YOU WILL RECIEVE. I always leave feedback but I wait until it is left for me first. AND CHECK OUT MY OTHER ITEMS. THANKS FOR LOOKING AND GOOD LUCK!! The item “1918 WW1 PALESTINE JEWISH BATTALION SILVER MEDAL VERY RARE badge pin” is in sale since Wednesday, May 31, 2017. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “amirzo9″ and is located in sunny Israel. This item can be shipped worldwide.