Sold Gallery
These pages display a number of the rare items that I have had the pleasure of selling. To view more details and a larger photograph please click on the thumbnail picture.
Silver Hilt Small Sword c.1750
A fine example of a gentleman's silver hilted small sword from the mid 18th century. A quality trefoil blade in very good condition, no nicks, clean surface with very clear floral filigree etching on the blade with a Penelope of musical instruments. The hilt cup is very finally crafted with a dainty pierced guard, the grip is ribbed and the pommel pierced with a floral ball. A beautiful crafted example of a specific sword style sometimes called bead and star pattern describing the detailing that forms the patterns in the hilt finish. These small swords fell between the short rapier design and the spadroon in sword development, typical of this period of history, synonymous of the American Civil War and Indian War period.
The Queens Own Royal Yeomanry Helmet C.1860
A nice example of this rare helmet pattern. It has the original plume with the whale bone mount. The shell has its original finish and the original liner has survived. There is some of the filigree trim missing on the left rear of the helmet, but it still displays well. All parts are original, a nice example for this unit.
Victorian Officer Hussar Mameluke Sabre c.1840
Offered is a classic Hussar Mameluke sword, typical of the type used in the Crimea and the many colonial conflicts of the era, in great condition with scabbard. The ivory grip is in excellent condition with an ornate cross guard. The clipped blade is plain and in very good condition overall with some staining. The scabbard has its original rings, gilt fittings with excellent leather finish. A handsome and well-preserved example for the serious sword collector.
English Silver Mount Hunting (Hanger) Sword c.1750
Offered is a beautiful example of a hunting sword dating from the mid 18th century. These swords were primarily meant for the purpose of hunting, but in North America they were often used by the American and Loyalist Militia as a side arm. The silver hilt is firm, with antler grip and decorative silver fittings. The mask pommel is of great interest and classic to these swords. The blade is proper length, untampered with, no chips or damage, some aging and well-marked by the smith. A beautiful example of these handsome swords. If you collect American Rev War, this is a must have for the pattern.
Antique Gentleman\'s Double Barrel Percussion Pi
A very nice example with two trigger mechanism that functions. The barrels are clean, the steel body is well engraved with maker marks and filigree. The grip is a checkered walnut with a hidden port for extra ammunition or caps. A beautiful antique firearm that has the charm and workmanship of a good gunsmith. No license required as an antique.
6th Inniskilling Dragoons Other Ranks Helmet
A Victorian example of a typical 1871 pattern Dragoon helmet to the 6th "Inniskilling" Dragoons. The badge is original to the helmet and the liner is intact. All hardware is present and the plume is period original. The unit and the soldiers name are inside the liner. A lovely example with no serious surface dents, but typical service wear.
Corp of Guides Other Ranks Home Service Helmet c.1
A very rare helmet to the unit that would later become the Intelligence Corps. The colours of the pleated burlap pugaree are those of the Corps of Guides and it is secured by thread to the shell at strategic points to keep it in place and hold its form. The helmet is a standard 4 panel style of cork helmet common to the turn of the century with an off white coloured field cloth surface. The shell has most of its off white finish with some yellowing with age, there is some very minor chafing and soiling expected for a helmet of this age. The helmet has the early heavy duty liner with proper ventilation provided. It has its original chin strap and support hooks on the interior and on the crown for a chain chin scale. The vent cap on the crown is matching, correct and original. The green lining on the interior shows wear and aging and the helmet is marked Christies London with the member's serial number. A great example to a rare unit in a not so common 4 panel helmet pattern in great condition for its age. Hard to improve on.
Governor General\'s Foot Guards Officers Frock C
A magnificent Guard Officer's Frock to Canada's Senior Militia Regiment with rank of Lieutenant Colonel. It displays beautifully, with no apparent mothing, but suffers loss of the upper padded lining. This makes little difference to the appearance of the item on the exterior, but it is a deficiency. A good conservator can replace the lining if desired on this rare uniform. The rich detailing is unique to this regiment. A handsome tunic that would look amazing with a Foot Guard forge cap and Guards waist sash to top it off.
53rd Battalion Victorian Officer Universal Pattern
A very well preserved officer pith helmet to the 53rd Bn of Quebec. The Sherbrook's were eventually to become an Armoured unit in WWII and still serve to this day. The helmet has a mint officer's gilt badge, all fittings are correct and gilt brass. The helmet has the doe skin finish and a well preserved silk lining with minor tears and leather sweat band of high quality. The head band is vented properly for this era and the inside lining is intact. A very clear London maker mark inside the shell. Most of these helmets are British imports. A beautiful example.
Pattern 1890 Cavalry Trooper Sabre - Marked to the
A near mint example of this sword pattern and issued to a top tier Canadian Militia Regiment the Governor General\' Body Guard. Clean blade, well marked, good scabbard and the hilt is clean with a good grip. Would be hard to upgrade.