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 | Chrome Ashtray - with red cross, anchor and sword motif with cast legend "Service de Sante Forces Francaises en Allemagne". Diameter 4.25" (11 cm)
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 | HMS Victory Dominoes Set - A unique set of dominoes made by a Portsmouth dockyard worker, utilising scrap oak taken from timbers removed from HMS Victory during repairs and restoration in about 1910. The dominoes were used by the workers in their staff canteen during the lunch break. A pine box, in which they are contained, has hand written on the side No. 3 Shed, together with some original scores. A truly one off momento with an association to the most famous war ship in the Royal Navy.
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 | Muzzle Loading Long Gun - A detailed and beautifully made model of a ship's or coastal defence cannon crafted from steel and brass. Looks to be of the type used in the 19th century. Mounted on a wheel carriage and displayed on a hardwood base. No licence required. Barrel length 7.5" (19 cm)
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 | French Colonial Service Keipi - in burgundy, black & gold. Maker's label Tailleur-Couturier Peris, Marseille. We understand this would have been worn by a Lieutenant Colonel Doctor of Medicine. In excellent original condition.
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 | Silvered Gimbaled Electric Lamp - Chrome on brass. Some wear to chrome. Dates from 1950's.
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 | Large Ship's Masthead Electric Lantern - in brass & copper. C. 1945. 31 cm x 33 cm.
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 | Wardroom Lamp - Admiralty pattern Wardroom Lamp, heart shaped gimbal, heavy brass construction, c. 1914.
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 | Gimbal Electric Lamp - Admiralty Pattern, Pat. AP 9009. Solid brass with heavy metal base. For desk or bulkhead (wall) mounting. Used by Royal Navy in WWII period. Minor crack to base.
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 | HMS Tarpon Presentation Gift - A mounted and framed scale from a Tarpon fish with Royal Naval badge to HMS Tarpon and a silvered engraving below reading "Presented to the Officers of HMS Tarpon by SS & C Co. March 1940." On the reverse is an undated newspaper cutting headed "Two Submarines Sunk. The loss of two British submarines was announced yesterday. They were Tarpon and Sterlet. The Tarpon was commanded by H J Caldwell." Subsequent research indicates she was sunk on 14th April, 1940 by the German Minesweeper M-6 in the North Sea, the month following the presentation of the plaque. 16 cm x 13.5 cm.
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 | Marine Dish in Cast Brass - Depicting a Steam Ship cast in relief with seagulls flying over the sea. The vessel is not named and the house flag is not identifiable, but a quality item probably dating from the 1930's. 11 cm diameter.
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 | Holland - America Line Paper Weight - Issued to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Holland-America Line 1873 to 1948. Features a deco style marine picture showing the vessel "Nieuw Amersterdam" flying house flags. The picture which is cast in metal is picked out with original paint (minor scratching), mounted on a bevelled glass base (minor chips). A fine Holland-America Line collectable. 14 cm x 9 cm.
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 | Ship's Helm - An original helmsman's wheel in hardwood (looks like teak), with a brass centre and rings. The top spoke carries a brass thimble to provide a visual aid to the helmsman to indicate when the rudder is in the straight position. The back of the hub is stamped with the number 5200, 1, ES and the military broad arrow mark, so assume this wheel has come from a Royal Naval vessel. It measures 30" (76 cm), so is an excellent display size. Please note this is a heavy item and we can provide a postage quotation on request.
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 | HMS Striker Souvenir Pennant - A green felt example with an image of Striker's ship's badge and yellow lettering. Three vessels have carried the Striker name in the Royal Navy, but we have had it confirmed from Michael Harley in Australia this comes from the escort carrier 11, 420 tons, launched in 1942 on the Lend/ Lease Programme and returned to the USN in 1946. He tells us he lunched aboard with his Mother when she visited Sydney harbour around 1945 and he was presnted with an identical pennant from his uncle who was a memember of her crew! Generally good condition, but minor moth nibbles. It measures 18" (46 cm.)
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 | Ship's Clinometer - In brass and mounted on a mahogany board for display purposes. These instruments would originally have been bulkhead mounted and utilised gravity to indicate the list on the ship to ensure cargo was evenly loaded. The instrument carries a scale at the base indicating lists up to 45 degrees port or starboard and this can be read from the string pointer. No maker's marks but in excellent condition. Measures 10" (26 cm).
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 | Bronze Propeller Blade Paper Weight - Made in the form of a single marine propeller blade. Embossed on the base the name J. Stone & Company, Deptford, London, who were manufacturers of ships' propellers and no doubt this example would have been presented to an existing or potential customer. It is extremely tactile, yet a functional item and would be at home in any nautical collection. It measures 6" (15 cm).
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 | Ship's Red Ensign and Flag Pole - A genuine "red duster" fitted on original hardwood flag pole. The flag is in flown condition, but makes a great display item or would much like to go back to sea! Flag measurements 29" x 15" (74 cm x 38 cm).
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 | Marine Telescope - An original four draw marine telescope in brass with leather trimming to the forward section. The instrument is engraved A.C. Campbell K.O.S.B. The eye piece has a small sliding brass cover and whilst we are selling as a decorative item, it does function and focuses well, but would probably benefit from an internal clean. It is in generally good condition, although the brass work shows one or two minor knocks as you would expect. It comes complete with leather lens covers. Fully extended it measures 30" (77 cm).
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 | Ship's Brass Clock - A fine example manufactured by Smith's Clocks & Watches Ltd. and dated 1965. It also carries the military broad arrow and the stores reference code 21B/829, so was either Royal Navy or Royal Air Force issue. The case and dial are in superb original condition with roman numerals and sweep second hand. It has an eight day movement. We have just had this clock serviced and it comes with a one year guarantee. Measures 10.5" (27 cm)across the back plate.
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 | Genuine Ship's Porthole - Made from solid brass with opening port which has been converted to form a unique maritime mirror. The original armoured glass is in place behind the mirror and unlike most examples we see, this is the genuine item and perfect for your nautical theme bathroom or maritime collection. Diameter 12" (30 cm.)
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 | Royal Mail Steam Packet Company Memorabilia - grouping that relates to Commodore W.E. Smith DSO RD RNR of the Royal Mail Steam Packet Company. Included is Commodore Smith's visor cap with fine badge, his brass belt buckle, a badge and button. Commodore Smith had an illustrious career serving his apprenticeship on the clipper Cutty Sark and was on board in 1885 when she broke the speed record from Sydney to London. The lot includes original letters, newspaper cuttings, a copy of Smith's Master's Certificate and related ephemera.
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