NEW ZEALAND VICTORIAN MEDAL TO PTE. WILLIAM AMOIS

New Zealand Medal 1869, reverse undated, to Private William Amois, Taranaki Military Settlers and Taranaki Volunteer Militia.

Correctly engraved: W. AMOIS. TARANAKI M.S.

Private (4 yrs); New Plymouth. Also Private, Taranaki Military Settlers (joined Taranaki 12/3/1864 - 3 yrs); Waireka 28/3/1860; Kaitake 24/3/64, Waitara Campaign. Born 1835, Warwickshire.
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Code: 50537

RARE BRITISH Boer War 61st Company, 17th Battalion (Dublin) Imperial Yeomanry Brass Hat Badge.

RARE BRITISH Boer War 61st Company, 17th Battalion (Dublin) Imperial Yeomanry Brass Hat Badge.

This badge is rare. It features a sheet brass hand cut shamrock. This is hand engraved “61”, I.Y.” and XVII”. It measures 29mm H x 33mm W. there are two twisted wire loops soldered on the reverse, these appear to be steel, as they are corroded. Never seen another one of these in the flesh.  read more

Code: 50356

BRITISH WW2 CHINDITS Gilt & Enamel Association Stick Pin.

BRITISH WW2 CHINDITS Gilt & Enamel Association Stick Pin.

A superb example of this badge. Enamel is perfect (and blue is rich navy colour). It measures 19mm diameter, and the vertical pin protrudes 40mm below the badge. Same design as the WW2 Chindits shoulder insignia.  read more

Code: 50354

BRITISH WW2 MISSION 204 Cast White Metal “Knuckle-duster” Hat Badge.

BRITISH WW2 MISSION 204 Cast White Metal “Knuckle-duster” Hat Badge.

A very nice original badge, as worn in Far East. It measures 47mm long, and has both original copper loops. A nice example of this badge. It appears to be white metal, but could be plated. I have seen very few of this version. It is very similar to 50-52 ME Commando, but silver colour, some of the men in this un...  read more

Code: 50353

BRITISH WW2 50-52 COMMANDO Cast Brass “Knuckle-duster” Hat Badge.

BRITISH WW2 50-52 COMMANDO Cast Brass “Knuckle-duster” Hat Badge.

A very nice original badge, as worn in Middle East. It measures 45.75mm long, and has both original copper loops. A nice example of this scarce badge.  read more

Code: 50352

BRITISH WW2 “L” Embroidered Rectangular Patch (Red on Black).

BRITISH WW2 “L” Embroidered Rectangular Patch (Red on Black).

A genuine WW2 item that I have been informed relates to Special Forces. Excellent condition. Measures 25mm x 18mm. Please advise if you can confirm who used this patch.  read more

Code: 50351

BRITISH WW2 “WINGATE” Embroidered Shoulder Title (White on Pale Blue)

BRITISH WW2 “WINGATE” Embroidered Shoulder Title (White on Pale Blue)

I have been told that this relates to troops under Major General Orde Wingate (an unofficial item of insignia). I can find no images of one, or any reference to these titles. So please make your own mind up. I believe this is 100% original WW2 period. Some minor glue residue on the back. Measures 83mm x 20mm.  read more

Code: 50350

BRITISH “SPECIAL AIR SERVICE / (ARTISTS) Pair Embroidered Shoulder Titles.

BRITISH “SPECIAL AIR SERVICE / (ARTISTS) Pair Embroidered Shoulder Titles.

Excellent condition. Measure 133mm long. I have been told that these are circa mid -1950s.  read more

Code: 50349

BRITISH “21ST S.A.S. (ARTISTS) Pair Embroidered Shoulder Titles.

BRITISH “21ST S.A.S. (ARTISTS) Pair Embroidered Shoulder Titles.

Excellent condition. They measure 127mm long. I have been told these are genuine, and they came from an old collection of Special Forces insignia, but I stand corrected.  read more

Code: 50348

BRITISH WW2 Combined Operations Patch (No.1 Uniform – Gold Bullion on Black).

BRITISH WW2 Combined Operations Patch (No.1 Uniform – Gold Bullion on Black).

Hard to find these bullion examples. This one in VGC with slight dulling of bullion. Patch measures 90mm H x 82mm W. Slightly stiff as it has been glued on display board at some stage, but still a great example.  read more

Code: 50347