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.
Royal Canadian Dragoons Cork Helmet Plate
The HP41 found in Mezeas Book Pg 28, was authorized 1895. A fine example with all of its lugs intact. These were worn on the white Universal Pattern cork helmet. The Dragoon helmet did not come into service for the RCD until 1908.
Late Victorian era Artillery Officer 1876 Universa
A very nice example of the standard pith helmet used by the Canadian Militia from 1876 unti 1914. This particular example is a private purchase from a London maker in England for an Officer. It includes the brass chin scales, helmet plate with VRI and the proper liner with silk lining. The helmet is the doe skin pattern, but has been whitened giving the surface more of a hard surface. There is some staining on the back top of the helmet that needs some care to clean. Otherwise, a fine example with its handsome Victorian Officer Canadian Artillery Badge fitting the original holes perfectly. No other holes are present. Unfortunately some collector wrote \"1885\" on the underside of the shell in 2 locations with a black marker to some how imply the helmet was from the rebellion. This does not distract from the overall helmet, being hidden, but is a blemish that cannot be removed.
RCA Battery Sergeant Major dress uniform c.1900 \
This tunic, manufactured in Hamilton, is in fantastic shape. It has all of its NCO gilt cord intact, one section loose at the collar. There are two small moth holes on one epaulette, and a little tracking on a cuff that is not noticeable. The buttons are late Victorian, but the rank insignia has the Edwardian crown. C Battery titles would indicate this to be a regular or permanent force tunic. C Battery was raised in 1899 and was sent to South Africa March 1900 saw much action in the Boer War. This uniform was obviously not used in the Boer war, but was probably issued to the Battery on its return. Unfortunately the tunic was not marked by its owner. The lining is in great shape, with a few moth nips, well marked with sizing in the inner tail. The leather collar tab is dated 1900. This tunic would look amazing with a white home service helmet and belt. Pants included.
The Yukon Infantry Company CEF Cap Badge
The Yukon Infantry Company, raised by Commissioner of the Yukon George Black, was recruited in the Yukon Territory, Canada in 1916. The Yukon Infantry Company was unique in another way. The officers and enlisted men were from more parts of the world than those in any other CEF unit. Almost all Commonwealth countries were represented, as well as countries in eastern Europe, Scandinavian countries, the United States, Mexico and even Tasmania. This is a very rare badge, with its lugs intact.
WWI Officer Compass and Pouch
A mint condition compass and pouch dated 1915. The compass is in good condition and well marked. The pouch is mint with its sling. Good set.
WWI Rifle Grenade No. 20
A deactivated No.20 Rifle Grenade, introduced in 1917. In worn condition with some pitting, a good representative piece with its rod.
WWI Webley & Scott MkIII Brass Flare Pistol 1916
A nice example of the MkIII Flare pistol dated 1916 with original wood grip and wrist band. The flare breaks to open with ease and the action functions. The maker and inspector marks are clearly defined. Flares are impossible to find for these pistols. They are considered safe to own as an artifact.
WWII Amroured Crew Suit Dated 1944
The famous Pixie Suit issued to all allied Commonwealth soldiers from British stocks is offered here for those that like Armoured Corps stuff or who collect with Holland in mind. These were worn by all of the Canadian Aromoured units in the winter months of 1944-45 in the Scheldt operations. It was very warm wool lined coverall able to be unzipped and rezipped into a sleeping bag. This particular example is nice and clean, there is one button missing from a leg pocket flap. The cuffs and belt are intact and included. There is little soiling and the liner is not mothed. The manufacture label is present, dated 1944, with broad arrow stamp. The brass zipper has suffered some exposure to moisture and is gummed up with green oxidation. It needs cleaning with a tooth brush and some vinegar (50/50 with water).
WWII Canadian Poster
Offered is a framed classic poster in English promoting the modern army and motorcycles assigned to armoured reconnaissance units in the early years of the war c.1940. This is an original, but has a tear in it at the bottom, taking away from its value. These usually sell upwards of $600 in mint condition. However, its a classic poster that can enhance a collection as back drop. We prefer to sell this item framed. To remove it from the frame risks further damage. Call or message about delivery before purchase.
Korean War - Lord Strathcona Horse Squadron Comma
Offered is a full Officer Bush uniform of the LDSH worn in Korea. The uniform is unnamed, however it sports the rank of Major and a full set of ribbons for WWII. The shoulder insignia is all original and period sewn with the dates of 1951 and 52 in the clothing. The set includes: Tunic, shirt and tie, trousers and belt, putties, and boots. The Regiment participated throughout the United Nations Operations in Korea with \'A\', \'B\' and \'C\' Squadrons tasked independently from 19 April 1951 to 27 July 1953 as part of the 25th Canadian Infantry Brigade Group, 1st Commonwealth Division. In other words the regiment only had a single tank Squadron that supported the Canadian Brigade with the three Squadrons from home cycling through the Brigade over the three year attachment. This would suggest that there were 3 Majors that filled the role of Squadron Commander. The Squadron Commander in this case would plan all tactical armoured operations at Brigade level in support of the infantry, reporting to the Brigadier himself. Further research is required to figure out which major owned this tunic. A rare find to a key player in the Brigade.