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A scarce original Wartime official 1940-42 first issue pin fitting unmarked silver uniform sleeve badge, the obverse impressed with the artist's initials 'KG' (George Kruger Gray), the reverse with registration number in relief 'Rd.837751'. Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings. Height 30mm. Designed by George Kruger Gray, approved by HM King George VI on 2nd February 1940.
Code: 59775
70.00 GBP
A scarce original First World War period 'HMS Marlbrough sweetheart brooch', mother of pearl disc mounted with a brass and enamel ships crest bearing French motto 's'en va-t-en guerre' (Marlborough Has Left for the War), together with a bronzed medal also bearing the ships crest in red, white and blue enamel, the reverse impressed with maker's details 'Thoms Fattorini Hockley St Birmingham Ltd' and engraved 'T.Ambrose. 12. 7. 26'. The brooch is in very good condition, complete with original pin fittings and no damage to the enamel, the medal is complete with original suspension ring and service wear to the enamelling. Diameter 29mm. Height of medal including ring 45mm.
Code: 59774
40.00 GBP
A good original early Elizabeth II period Royal Navy Officer's cap badge, silver metal fouled anchor within gold bullion embroidered laurel leaf surround, surmounted by a padded velvet Queen's Crown, the reverse with black hessian lining. Very good clean used condition, no sign of any moth, bullion remains bright, and complete with original woollen cap band. Height approx 75mm.
Code: 59679
25.00 GBP
A scarce original wartime official second issue sew on unmarked silver uniform sleeve badge impressed with the artist's initials "KG" (George Kruger Gray) to the obverse, the reverse with registration number in relief "Rd.837751". Very good condition, minimal service wear, small fracture to top left loop. Height 30mm. Designed by George Kruger Gray, approved by HM King George VI on 2nd February 1940.
Code: 59481
SOLD
A good original Cold War period 'Royal Naval Auxiliary Service hat badge', gilded circular, naval crowned, rope edged example, the centre with applied enamel disc depicting an exploding mine on water and titled 'RNXS'. Good condition, complete with two loop fittings, backing plate and split pin, no damage to the enamel, gilt remains bright, minor service wear. Height 50mm. The RNXS was formed in 1963 from the amalgamation of the Royal Naval Mine Watching Service RNMWS and Admiralty Ferry Crew Association in response to the perceived nuclear threat to British ports. It was disbanded in 1994.
Code: 59187
20.00 GBP
A very scarce original circa 1920 to 1941 'H.M.S. Hood pair of vintage cufflinks', gilt ovals each front bearing an embossed Cornish chough and anchor from the crest of 'Admiral Hood' resting on title scroll inlaid with pale blue enamel, Very good condition, complete with original connecting chains, these in sound condition, enamel intact, minor service wear, gilt finish remains bright. Height 21mm. HMS Hood went down in Naval History following her disastrous engagement with the German Battleship 'Bismarck' in May 1941.
Code: 59180
A scarce original Great War period 'Royal Navy Volunteer Reserve lapel badge'; crowned rope edged circular gilt example inlaid with blue enamel bearing 'RNVR' title, and applied silvered fouled anchor to the centre; the reverse with maker's details 'J.R.Gaunt London'. Excellent condition, complete with original buttonhole fitting, gilt finish remains bright. Height 30mm.
Code: 59179
35.00 GBP
A good original circa 1940's period 'H.M.Submarines cap ribbon', gold wire embroidered lettering on full length cotton ribbon. Very good condition, bullion toned. Length Approx 97mm.
Code: 58962
A good original First World War miniature silver 'Battle of Jutland 1916 Commemorative Medal'; the obverse depicting an upright trident with crossed 'Union and White Ensign Flags' on the cross a shield inscribed "31 May 1916" to the surround the legend "TO THE GLORIOUS MEMORY OF THOSE WHO FELL THAT DAY"; the reverse with inscription within an oak wreath "MAY 31, 1916 THE GERMAN FLEET ATTACKED OFF THE COAST OF JUTLAND AND DRIVEN BACK INTO PORT WITH HEAVY LOSS. ADMIRAL SIR JOHN JELLICOE COMMANDER IN CHIEF, VICE ADMIRAL SIR DAVID BEATTY COMMANDING BATTLE CRUISIER FLEET." Good condition, top edge impressed "Silver", minor edge knocks. Diameter 23mm. Battle of Jutland 1916 Commemorative Medal was designed by the Marquis of Milford Haven. Struck by 'Spink & Son in 1916' and sold for the benefit of the 'Naval Orphanages'. It was issued in Gold, Silver, Bronze and White Metal.
Code: 58868
A good original First World War full sized white metal example of the 'Battle of Jutland 1916 Commemorative Medal'; the obverse depicting an upright trident with crossed 'Union and White Ensign Flags' on the cross a shield inscribed "31 May 1916" to the surround the legend "TO THE GLORIOUS MEMORY OF THOSE WHO FELL THAT DAY"; the reverse with inscription within an oak wreath "MAY 31, 1916 THE GERMAN FLEET ATTACKED OFF THE COAST OF JUTLAND AND DRIVEN BACK INTO PORT WITH HEAVY LOSS. ADMIRAL SIR JOHN JELLICOE COMMANDER IN CHIEF, VICE ADMIRAL SIR DAVID BEATTY COMMANDING BATTLE CRUISIER FLEET." Good condition, edge knocks, surface wear. Diameter 45mm. Battle of Jutland 1916 Commemorative Medal was designed by the Marquis of Milford Haven. Struck by 'Spink & Son in 1916' and sold for the benefit of the 'Naval Orphanages'. It was issued in Gold, Silver, Bronze and White Metal.
Code: 58848
A good original circa 1940's period Royal Navy Officer's cap badge, silver metal fouled anchor within gold bullion embroidered laurel leaf surround, surmounted by a padded velvet King's Crown, the reverse with fawn hessian lining. Very good clean used condition, no sign of any moth, bullion nicely toned, and complete with original woollen cap band.
Code: 58778
45.00 GBP
A very scarce original Great War period 'Royal Naval Reserve Officers Naval buckle'; swivel action gilded brass example the centre bearing King George V crowned fouled anchor, superimposed old english 'RNR' initials across the centre, within laurel wreath outer part. Very good condition, minimal service wear. Width 75mm.
Code: 58667
90.00 GBP
A scarce original George VI period 'Royal Navy Petty Officers beret badge'; die stamped gilded crowned two rope circlet, silver plated fouled anchor applied to voided centre, prong fitting to reverse. Very good condition, gilt finish remains bright. Height 49mm.
Code: 58663
A good original early Queen Elizabeth issue 'Royal Navy Officer's beret badge', die-stamped gilded metal highly defined crowned laurel wreath, with applied silver plated fouled anchor set within voided centre, crown with red velvet backing with retaining blades to secure. Very good condition, complete with original two loop fittings and split pin, gilt finish remains bright. Height 51mm.
Code: 58662
A good original full sized 'Royal Navy Submarine Service badge'; gilded brass early example displaying a Elizabeth II Crowned anchor, flanked by a pair of dolphins cresting, enhanced with red and black enamelling. Very good condition, complete with original pair of clutch pin fittings and retainers, enamel perfect, minor service wear. Width 62mm.
Code: 58661
A good original Second World War period 'Royal Navy Chief Petty Officer economy issue cap badge', silver metal fouled anchor set within a gilt metal crowned wreath, the reverse with black hessian backing. Very good used condition, silver and gilt now toned. Height 70mm.
Code: 58660
A scarce original wartime 'Royal Navy Volunteer Wireless Reserve gilt badge', with red, white and blue enamel, the reverse with maker's details "J.R.Gaunt London". Very good condition, retaining original buttonhole fitting, very minor flake to the enamel at the 1 o'clock position. Height 24mm. Volunteer amateur radio operators and enthusiasts mobilised in 1939 becoming an integral part of the Royal Navy.
Code: 58612
30.00 GBP
A good original First World War miniature silver 'Battle of Jutland 1916 Commemorative Medal'; the obverse depicting an upright trident with crossed 'Union and White Ensign Flags' on the cross a shield inscribed "31 May 1916" to the surround the legend "TO THE GLORIOUS MEMORY OF THOSE WHO FELL THAT DAY"; the reverse with inscription within an oak wreath "MAY 31, 1916 THE GERMAN FLEET ATTACKED OFF THE COAST OF JUTLAND AND DRIVEN BACK INTO PORT WITH HEAVY LOSS. ADMIRAL SIR JOHN JELLICOE COMMANDER IN CHIEF, VICE ADMIRAL SIR DAVID BEATTY COMMANDING BATTLE CRUISIER FLEET." Very good condition, top edge impressed "Silver", very minor edge knocks. Diameter 23mm. Battle of Jutland 1916 Commemorative Medal was designed by the Marquis of Milford Haven. Struck by 'Spink & Son in 1916' and sold for the benefit of the 'Naval Orphanages'. It was issued in Gold, Silver, Bronze and White Metal.
Code: 58499
A scarce original post-war period detailed ship's silhouette of 'HMS Chieftain (R36)' in the form of a brooch', the reverse impressed "800" (Silver). Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings. Length 59mm. Royal Navy HMS Chieftain was a Ch class "Intermediate" destroyers buillt by 'Scotts Shipbuilding and Engineering Company', Greenock, Scotland, launched 26 February 1945. She saw duty during the Suez Crisis in 1956 and was scrapped in Sunderland in 1961.
Code: 58470
A good original 'Royal Navy Marksman trade badge'; red embroidered rifle on rounded top rectangular navy felt backing. Very good condition, colours remain bright. Length approx 91mm.
Code: 57922
10.00 GBP
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