Straight from the estate of a well-known military antique collector which includes over 30 helmets and pickelhaubes from pre-WW1 and WW2 era that will be listed on my page in the near future (pictures available upon request). Anything mentioned herein is simply my uneducated opinion. The condition of this helmet is excellent, showing no signs of trauma or damage. The exterior leather is in great shape with no signs of crazing and minimal wear. The fur is still mostly intact but looks like some of it has fallen out over time which is to be expected from an item this age. The cloth liner shows light wear and some of the stitches have loosened, but it’s still in great condition. The leather chin strap shows some cracking from age but is still solid and fully intact. This particular helmet has quite the history behind it as it belonged to Royal Air Force Bristol fighter pilot squadron leader Alan Thomas Kingston Shipwright. A veteran of the Great War who was shot down behind enemy lines east of Ypres in August 1917, whilst serving with 19 squadron. Taken POW, Shipwright was a persistent escaper and one of the’Holzminden Tunnellers’ – taking part in the largest and most celebrated POW escape of the Great War, July 24/25 1918. His full history can be found by clicking on the following link. This does not appear to be a reproduction but its authenticity cannot be guaranteed. Stand seen in pictures not included.
Canadian Militia 1st British Columbia Regiment Officers Cap Badge.
WWII British Army Argyll & Sutherland Highlanders Lieutenant’s Uniform Coat. Issued Condition as Photographed with some light wear as seen – Recent Estate Acquisition & Presented as Acquired, Very Rare (Photos 22 – 24 Reference Only). Check back often – we search estates and sources across the world to bring a fine selection of militaria. Please review all photos for details regarding the condition of the item listed – further condition information will be included in the listing as is relevant, if you need additional photographs or have questions regarding the condition please do not hesitate to ask. I describe all items to the best of my ability – please do not hesitate to ask any and all questions prior to the close of the listing. Mistakes very rarely occur – however if one does please rest assured that it will be corrected. International Buyers are Welcome!
British India Silver War Medal w double clasp (note: double clasp is RARE): “Mohmand 1933″ and “Northwest Frontier 1935″ with King George VI on obverse and. Of Jamrud in the Khyber Pass on reverse. The original hanging green ribbon is missing. Impressed along the margin of this service medal : 1 22 Sep. LAB SINGH, 3-2 Punjab R. (meaning Lab Singh was a sepoy in the 3rd Battalion of the Second Punjabi Regiment).
Here is a British Guards regimental pattern frock coat from the early 1900s-30s, but could possibly be older. It’s in rather good condition for it’s age albeit missing one small tassel on the back which is common sadly with these antique frocks. The size is a 32R I’d say judging by the measurements. This would make an excellent collection piece and one I’ll be sad to lose but I need to thin out my own at the moment.
Offering a 19th or early 20th C British Royal Navy leather cordite artillery ammunition bucket with leather handle, incised on the leather base No57 IIII BH&G Ltd, 13″ plus handle x 6″ in diameter, handle is intact. Canvas lined, leather is in good vintage condition as seen in the pix, hand painted shield shows wear. To see our other listings, also offering another antique English artillery bucket under a separate listing. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as “gifts” – US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior. Listing and template services provided by inkFrog.
I got this recently from an estate and don’t know much about it. It looks like it may be sterling? The medal is almost 1 1/2 in diameter. It is stamped, “GEORGIVUS VDG BRITT OMN REXETINDIAE IMP” on the front and “INDIA” on the back. The bar is stamped, North West Frontier 1930-31. ” On the bottom edge it is stamped, “6906 SEP KARIM KHAN No 2-1 PUNJAB R. The medal is in good. Check out the photos!
British General Service Medal Iraq 51580? A Hvl Dr Gulab Shah S & T Corp. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “military-antiques-toronto” and is located in this country: CA. This item can be shipped to United States, all countries in Europe, all countries in continental Asia, Mexico, Brazil, Australia, Canada.
RARE ORIGINAL Antique British Interwar WHITE PITH HELMET. A Very Rare And Difficult To Find Original Antique Helmet! The Classic Mark Of The Legendary Adventurer’s Of Yore! This Original Antique British Pith Helmet. Retains It’s White Paint, Likely Applied In The Field. Has Some Wear From Age And Use, And It Does Not Have A Chin Strap. It Is In Very Good Condition! An Iconic Piece Of Field Equipment From The Height Of The British Empire’s Influence In The World! This Helmet Is Named In The Sweatband “M HAWKINS” And Retains It’s Original Size 7 Label As Well! The Liner Is In Excellent Shape, And The Sweatband, While Stained, Is Still Flexible! CENTURY OLD HELMETS Like This One. Are Only Getting Increasingly More Difficult To Find. Making This Rare Example A REAL HIGHLIGHT! This Helmet Is EXTREMELY RARE, And Will Make A Fine Addition To Any Military Collection! Don’t Miss Out, Add This Piece Of Vital Field Equipment To YOUR Collection TODAY! Helmet Is Vintage Original, Interwar Period British Pith Helmet, 1920’s – 1930’s Era, Named M HAWKINS, Sweatband Is Still Flexible, Heavy Staining To Sweatband, Some Minor Wear From Age And Use, No Strap, Retains White Paint Presumably Applied In The Field. Overall In Very Good Condition! An Extremely Rare Find! This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “expertonlineauction” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Theme: Militaria
- Country/Region of Manufacture: India
