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US Binoculars c.1942

This set of Binoculars is of a military pattern, but I believe it is a civilian private purchase. It has no martial marks on the binoculars, but the compass mount is typical of Binos seen for US military use. A nice example, with serial number and functional. Optical range unknown. read more

Code: 50942

USMC Master Sergeant Dress Tunic 1944

Here is an original USMC dress tunic with Master Sergeant rank and the 4th Marine Division Insignia. During World War II The 4th Marine Base Defense Aircraft Wing was commissioned August 22, 1942, at Marine Corps Air Station Ewa (MCAS Ewa), Hawaii. The Wing's three squadrons were located at Midway, Ewa and Samoa with the headquarters at MCAS Ewa. In the fall of 1944, the 4th Marine Base Defense... read more

Code: 50920

Spanish Cavalry Sword c.18th century

Spain occupied Mexico, South and Central America for 2 centuries and their military held sway on the continent throughout. These swords were often handed down generations to be used again whether in the military or for self protection on the frontier. A beautiful example of the sword type with the distinctive hilt pattern and a blade with wear expected for a sword of this age. read more

Code: 50912

Spanish or Mexican Cup Hilt Rapier c.1780s

Here is a fine example of a Spanish cup hilt rapier from the late 18th Century embellished with ornamentation on the cup with birds and other cultural representations typical of Mexican style. This is the sword type used by the infamous Hollywood heroic character "Zoro" featured in those Saturday Matinee kid's movies of old. The blade has a nice patina with typical wear, missing its tip with ... read more

Code: 50909

NCO 1860 Cavalry Sword

The standard US Army Cavalry Sabre used in both the Civil War and the Indian Wars. Brass 3 bar hilt, tight with its original grip in good condition. The blade is fine with typical dark patina and wear, unmarked. The scabbard is steel with its original rings, some wear and tear and a brown patina. Overall a good example. read more

Code: 50907

Hessen Sergeant's or Officer's Pole Arm

An original pole arm dating from the mid 18th century, This blade is typical of the German style and was of the type used by Britain's Hessen Troops during the American Revolution. The blade is secured to the pole with a screw base that has had some wear. It is not as tight as it would have been when it was originally made, but it is a hand made weapon and displays well. The original pole ha... read more

Code: 50858

1821 Infantry Sword British Import

During the conflicts in North America during the 19th century many Officers would purchase swords from England. These swords were made by some of England's top sword smiths and are always distinguished by the fact they contain none of the embellishments a British Officer would order, such as the hilt and blades containing the cypher of the reigning monarch. These swords also saw service in co... read more

Code: 50857

Official Press released Photos from the South Pacific

Press photos with the staple paper description attached dating about 1944. read more

Code: 50691

M1873 Cavalry Shovel Knife

A very odd piece of kit, the Springfield Armory M1873 Cavalry Entrenching Tool Shovel Knife, for your consideration. Good steel blade with no pitting and only minor discoloration. The wood handle is original, marked US. The leather scabbard is supple and in good condition, also marked US. A good representation of a fairly uncommon tool. read more

Code: 50340

Commemorative Copies of Original US Presidential Native Peace medals

We offer here a set of 6 quality reproduction of original Presidential Peace Medals from the US Government used as gifts to Chiefs as an offering of peace between the Government and a specific First Nations Tribe during the deadly 19th century period of expansion and manifest destiny. Nice examples, at a decent price. read more

Code: 50606