Eurasia and Africa

WWI German Handcrafted Wood Memorial Plaque

A really stunning piece of WWI commemorative German craftsmanship. It has the members name with a poem, the plaque is decorated with national colour ribbon and the IC 1st Class in a beautiful painted finish. A really nice display piece  read more

Code: 52263

WWI 3rd Light Bavarian Cavalry Regiment Officer Board

This unit was with the 1st Bavarian Reserve Division at Vimy on the right of the attack. These cavalry units were employed as scouts and skirmishers dismounted. A rare board with the rank of Capt. Thread is darkened and soiled from use with pink backing indicating the unit.  read more

Code: 52261

23 Field Artillery Regiment Shoulder Strap

The 23 Regiment was at Vimy on the 9 April with the right flanking division to the 1st Bavarian Reserve Division. Although not in the direct line of fire, it is likely that these guns were brought to bare on the Canadian Corps once it was realized the German line was disintegrating. This is a colour board with field gray backing that indicates its field use. There is one small moth hole on t...  read more

Code: 52260

Cut WWI Greatcoat Collars to show Sergeant Rank

Offered are two collars from the same coat with Sergeant button rank  read more

Code: 52259

Cut WWI Greatcoat Collars to show NCO Rank

Offered are two collars from the same coat with Corporal button rank  read more

Code: 52258

Lot of WWI Buttons from Different Nations

An assortment of WWI buttons to include Turkey, Germany, USA, France, Belgium and Austria. An interesting subject and a good way to represent the belligerence in this global conflict. All have their ring studs on the reverse.  read more

Code: 52257

Royal Horse Guard Helmet Plume c.1960s

A fine example of a post WWII plume ideal to finish a RHG HRH EII Helmet. The hair appear to be synthetic and the rosette is replaced with a brass cap for cost savings. The post length is correct and is not cut down as some are. Good condition and can be used on any period helmet to finish the look if needed.  read more

Code: 52256

Colour Print of the Battle of Waterloo

A lovely mid century print of the Battle of Waterloo. A battlefield panoramic view with Wellington and his staff featured in the foreground. Untouched by sunlight, its colours remain sound, but muted due to the period colour process. Lots of detail and a great item to highlight a sword or Napoleonic era collection. Frame measures about 24" by 30".  read more

Code: 51864

German Mining Officer Sword

Offered is a unique sword issued to junior officers of the Mining Service of the Reich. It has no national symbols, but is marked on the hilt with a crossed set of bimetal silver mining hammers. The gilt hilt is sound and in good condition, retaining much of its finish and the grip is in good condition. The Blade is minty with some wear near the tip, but nothing to take away from the overall...  read more

Code: 51642

WWI German Shoulder Strap 209th Regt with Red Cloth Strap

I bought a bunch of items from a granddaughter of a 4th CMR veteran who left his war time treasures to her in his will. The 4th CMR items have gone to the museum, but the German collection of captured shoulder boards obtained during his war time experiences are now available on the market. All of these boards are from units that fought the CEF.

The 209th Regiment board was tak...  read more

Code: 52245