Rare commemorative paper knife issued by the South Manchuria Railway Company (Mantetsu) during the 1930s, celebrating the legendary express train “Asia” (Ajia-go) – the flagship of Japan’s imperial railway network in Manchukuo. Made of solid brass, beautifully engraved with the relief of the Asia Express locomotive, the train name “??? , ” and the red Mantetsu company crest. The reverse side also bears the official logo mark. 19 cm in length, 110 g in weight. Some age patina and wear, consistent with its age. Founded in 1906 after the Russo-Japanese War, the South Manchuria Railway (SMR) was far more than a transport company – it was the economic and military backbone of Japan’s control over Manchuria. Mantetsu managed railways, mines, cities, and intelligence networks, serving both civilian and military logistics. The Asia Express, inaugurated in 1934, represented the peak of Japanese engineering in the prewar era. Running between Dalian, Mukden (Shenyang), and Harbin, it featured streamlined design, air conditioning, and luxurious interiors. The train became a symbol of imperial prestige and modern power, used by military officers and diplomats as a moving showcase of empire. This paper knife embodies that historical moment – where technology, propaganda, and military ambition converged in Japan’s expansion across Asia. A rare collectible for historians and railway or militaria collectors alike. Own a piece of history. International Buyers – Please Note. Thank you for your understanding.
This is a log or journal of the cruise: November 1936 Phelps, along with the cruiser Chester, escorted the heavy cruiser Indianapolis carrying President Franklin D. Roosevelt to Buenos Aires, Argentina for the opening of the Inter-American Peace Conference of 1936. The cruise included good-will visits to Montevideo, Uruguay and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It looks to be navy journal. It seems to be rather unique. If you have any questions or would like more photos.
USS MARYLAND BB-46 1928 – 1929 CRUISE BOOK. President-Elect Herbert Hoover’s Good Will Cruise To Central And South America : This Being A Log Of The Trip Aboard The USS MARYLAND. No marks or writing. Rubbing on corners, top/bottom of the spine and along cover edges. Tiny rips on rear cover spine. No loose, missing or cutout pages. Well illustrated with clear and sharp photos. Is a record of the crew of the USS MARYLAND and President-Elect Hoover. It is a story of who they were and where they went. A roster of the Officers and Enlisted Men. Thank you for your interest in this item. I do not use recycled boxes, kraft or bubble mailers for these scarce Books.
1930’s South Pacific Tropical Linen Bush Coat Jungle Jacket Button Type, Light. Original 1930’s South Pacific Tropical Linen Bush Coat Jungle Jacket Button Type, Light. As Photographed with wear as seen. A Nice Candidate for any Period Collection, Impression, or Display. Recent Estate Collection Acquisition & Presented as Acquired. 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!
South West African Campaign Medal “Südwestafrika-Denkmünze”. Rare Original – Recent Estate Acquisition & Presented as Acquired, Exceptionally Rare – Warrants Further Research. 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!
Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Romania, Bulgaria, Mexico, China, Macau, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Montenegro. CANADA, USA, UK, IRELAND, AUSTRIA, DENMARK, SWEDEN, NORWAY, FINLAND, GERMANY, FRANCE, BELGIUM, ITALY, SWITZERLAND, NETHERLANDS, LUXEMBOURG, AUSTRALIA, AND NEW ZEALAND. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “worldmedals” and is located in this country: CA. This item can be shipped to Canada, all countries in Europe, United States, Japan, Australia.
USS MARYLAND BB-46 1928 – 1929 CRUISE BOOK. President-Elect Herbert Hoover’s Good Will Cruise To Central And South America : This Being A Log Of The Trip Aboard The USS MARYLAND. No marks or writing. Rubbing on corners, top/bottom of the spine and along cover edges. Tiny rips on rear cover spine. No loose, missing or cutout pages. Well illustrated with clear and sharp photos. Is a record of the crew of the USS MARYLAND and President-Elect Hoover. It is a story of who they were and where they went. A roster of the Officers and Enlisted Men. Thank you for your interest in this item. I do not use recycled boxes, kraft or bubble mailers for these scarce Books. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “picking2015″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, South Africa, Belgium, France, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Republic of Croatia, Malaysia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Panama, Trinidad and Tobago, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Kitts-Nevis, Saint Lucia, Montserrat, Turks and Caicos Islands, Barbados, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei Darussalam, Bolivia, Egypt, French Guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Cayman Islands, Liechtenstein, Sri Lanka, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macau, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion.
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
- Theme: Militaria
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Time Period Manufactured: 1919-38
George V I Campaign Medals Were/ Clasps SOUTH EAST ASIA 1945- 1946. For services in Waziristan (now Pakistan). 4th Mountain Battery Service Number: 4726. King George VI General Service Medal w/ Clasp SOUTH- EAST ASIA 1945- 1946 (This was issued for service in Indonesia or Indochina) Sawar Bachman Singh. 11th Calvary Service Number:A- 7787. Thank you very much for your time and consideration. There MAY be unforeseen delays beyond our control. Thank you for your understanding and patience. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “balkanboy1313″ and is located in this country: CA. This item can be shipped to Canada, United States.
Vintage Japanese Military South Pacific NCO personal Razor, Chop sticks, and Japanese 23 assorted coins in drew string bag. Razor Blade length: 6. Blade cutting width: 5/8. Blade cutting edge is very sharp. Blade shows age with Hall marks: double side, Country, stick handle. Blade and shank are forged steel with maker mark end of tang, as photographed. Wooden Handle length: 4 1/8″ X 7/8″ wide. Chop sticks are nice. 23 assorted coins are in nice condition. Please Review “Condition Description” and all actual items Photographs…. This item will be mailed the next morning A. Thanks for looking at photos and description carefully before U. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “abat21″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Modified Item: No
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
- Theme: Militaria
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Time Period Manufactured: 1919-38
Vintage Japanese Military South Pacific NCO personal Razor, Chop sticks, and Japanese 23 assorted coins in drew string bag. Razor Blade length: 6. Blade cutting width: 5/8. Blade cutting edge is very sharp. Blade shows age with Hall marks: double side, Country, stick handle. Blade and shank are forged steel with maker mark end of tang, as photographed. Wooden Handle length: 4 1/8″ X 7/8″ wide. Chop sticks are nice. 23 assorted coins are in nice condition. Please Review “Condition Description” and all actual items Photographs…. This item will be mailed the next morning A. Thanks for looking at photos and description carefully before U. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “abat21″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Modified Item: No
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
- Theme: Militaria
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Time Period Manufactured: 1919-38