This recent Estate find is an ANTIQUE United States Naval Dress Sword made by WMH BELLIS, ANNAPOLIS, MD. Zellars had a Destroyer named after him – USS ZELLARS (DD-777) and has a plaque erected in his memory at THE US NAVAL ACADEMY in Annapolis, Maryland. Zellar graduated from the Naval Academy in 1920 and likely obtained the sword at that time. It may be older than this date. The maker, WMH BELLIS, from google searches is believed to have gone out of business between 1936 and 1949. Measurements – 37″ Long x 5″ (at widest). Sword and Scabbard are in Very Good condition for use and age with some expected wear. Everything is fully in tact with readable engravings and beautiful design work on the blade. Scabbard shows more more on the leather as would be expected for a 100 year old piece. Handle has very slight wobble where it meets butt, but fully in tact and solid. This is truly a RARE find with such a prominent history of it’s owner. Please see condition description and all pictures.
Not the issue variety. Late 1920’s to mid 1930’s droop wing dress collar device. Type worn by Marines in China. Larger than issue type by 1/8. This variation also has curved lines of latitude and longitude. Extremely difficult to find. Unmarked as to maker. Please pay upon receipt of invoice.
From the well documented collection of author and publisher James Phillips shown in numerous publications. Will be listing over 250 hard to find and rare emblems.
From the well documented collection of author and publisher James Phillips shown in numerous publications. Will be listing over 250 hard to find and rare emblems.
From the well documented collection of author and publisher James Phillips shown in numerous publications. Will be listing over 250 hard to find and rare emblems.
A very desirable jeweler made Marine Corp EGA officer’s collar insignia made by Bailey Banks and Biddle of Philadelphia. Marked “BB&B” and “14K” to the back of the anchor. An extremely high quality insignia. Please pay upon receipt of invoice.
1920 – 1921 USMC Marine Corps Dress Blue Uniform Coat Blouse 5L Quartermaster Mk. 1920 – 1921 U. Marine Corps Dress Blue Uniform Coat Blouse 5L Quartermaster Marked, Good. Condition as Photographed with wear, top two button replaces, some discoloration, a few moth holes and damage to the collar as seen – A Good Period Uniform for Restoration or Display. Recent Estate Acquisition & Presented as Acquired, Scarce Early Marine Issue. 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!
Pre WW2 Canadian Militia Khaki Officers Tropical Service Dress Uniform Jacket.
A 1937 Pattern WW2 era officer dress collar EGA. Difficult to find early high quality pre-war variation marked “STERLING” and “10K”. Please pay upon receipt of invoice.
32w x 31l trousers.