Own this authentic symbolic piece of Japanese culture, art and history - a genuine antique Japanese Tsuba - sword hilt or guard of the katana nihonto - curved Samurai sword  More »

Own this authentic symbolic piece of Japanese culture, art and history - a genuine antique Japanese Tsuba - sword hilt or guard of the katana nihonto - curved Samurai sword from the Edo Period (1603-1867) of feudal Japan. The piece was crafted and signed by Toryuken Shoyu (1790 - 1841) on the left and in gold inlay also. Shoyu was a student of the famous tsuba maker from Kyoto, Tetsugendo Seiraku. Circa late 1700s - early 1800s. Dimensions: approx. 3" X 3". This tsuba comes with a handmade Kiriwood display box with upholstered cushion bed and custom made upholstered blade shape position centering nub to maximize the display and safety of your fine authentic tsuba (see photo).   « Less

1700's land grant by Charleston revolutionary war hero General William Moultrie, the land grant has paper missing but still retains the map

1700's land grant by Charleston revolutionary war hero General William Moultrie, the land grant has paper missing but still retains the map   « Less

Antique, circa 1900.A.D. Imperial German Fireman's Helmet made of hardened thick leather with neck guard, and brass trim peak held by two brass studs, leather chin  More »

Antique, circa 1900.A.D. Imperial German Fireman's Helmet made of hardened thick leather with neck guard, and brass trim peak held by two brass studs, leather chin strap with black lacquered iron buckle fixed to the round brass cockades, interior with its leather liner, the top of the skull mounted with a brass comb. CONDITION: In good condition, showing the age and usage, some cracking and imperfection to leather from age, otherwise good condition. MEASUREMENTS: Approximately: Overall length, from the front of the peak to the end of the neck - guard: 24 cm (9.5 in). Height: From the top of the comb to the end of the neck - guard: 16.8 cm (6 5/8 in). ALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED TO BE AUTHENTIC ANTIQUES AND NOT REPRODUCTIONS ALL OUR ARTIFACTS ARE ACCOMPANIED BY A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY WE SHIP INTERNATIONALLY   « Less

Historically important French small sword, late 17th century (circa 1690's), with rare, early, turban pommel form dated by AV Norman in his book "The Rapier and the  More »

Historically important French small sword, late 17th century (circa 1690's), with rare, early, turban pommel form dated by AV Norman in his book "The Rapier and the Smallsword" as circa 1660-70. Blade engraved on ricasso, “VIVAT LA DRAGOONS IELA REINE”. “Long live the Dragoons of the Queen”. Chiseled steel hilt with counterguards chiseled inside and out. Original bronze twisted wire grip wrapping completely intact. 37” overall. Queens Dragoons formed C 1685. Engraved blade has some wear. Maker’s name and address engraved on reverse ricasso. Excellent original example. Price is firm. Thanks for looking.   « Less

A very rare WWI Civil Defense fire chief’s helmet, military issue and stamped the same as the GI’s, see photo. Inside is zinc coated and outside is chromed. Overall very  More »

A very rare WWI Civil Defense fire chief’s helmet, military issue and stamped the same as the GI’s, see photo. Inside is zinc coated and outside is chromed. Overall very good antique condition with normal aging and some minor chrome pitting, see photos. A must have for the serious WWI helmet collection and a very rare bird! Price is firm. Thanks for looking.   « Less

Life in the Trenches, during WWI. Tommy humour from Capt. Bruce Bairnsfather in a series of cartoons from the Front. "Fragments from France No. 7". Owner's name on the  More »

Life in the Trenches, during WWI. Tommy humour from Capt. Bruce Bairnsfather in a series of cartoons from the Front. "Fragments from France No. 7". Owner's name on the frontis piece, dated 20/9/16. 32 pages. Overall condition excellent. Soft paper covers in very good condition, a few small wear bits to bottom and top of spine. Magazine measures 30 cm by 20.5 cm. Owners name inside, dated 1919.   « Less

Original era letter. A well written, very readable letter addressed to Brigadier General White, Louisa Kentucky, April of 1863. The content is a request for clemency for  More »

Original era letter. A well written, very readable letter addressed to Brigadier General White, Louisa Kentucky, April of 1863. The content is a request for clemency for one T.H. McDonald of company B, 1st Squadron, O.V.Cav, sentenced to twenty days hard labor with ball and chain to be attached to his leg. The petitioner states that prior to the sentencing McDonald had been obedient and faithful to his duties. Folded, normal age and wear. Purchased as part of the collection of a 94 year old local WWII veteran, who collected Civil War memorabilia for most of his life. Please add $1.50 for shipping.   « Less

Original period manufacture. A well used example, all steel construction, and representing one of the more unusual variants of bayonets developed by Imperial Germany during  More »

Original period manufacture. A well used example, all steel construction, and representing one of the more unusual variants of bayonets developed by Imperial Germany during WWI. Traces of the original black paint remain on the crank-style steel grip, with a simple steel guard with barrel rest, double edged dagger blade with markings on both sides of its ricasso. The blade is of polished steel, displaying staining on both sides, and measuring just under 6 inches in length. There are a few shallow nicks in the edges, more felt than seen, and the tip has been very slightly bentDent free heavy steel scabbard retaining traces of its original black paint finish, but having a very interesting soldier modified belt loop of feldgrau wool. PLEASE EMAIL ZIP CODE TO CALCULATE SHIPPING CHARGE.   « Less

Original period manufacture. Chrome finished 10 inch blade without a makers mark on the ricasso. The blade is very clean with no corrosion damage, or issues of any kind.  More »

Original period manufacture. Chrome finished 10 inch blade without a makers mark on the ricasso. The blade is very clean with no corrosion damage, or issues of any kind. Chrome plated steel guard and pommel, nice black plastic grips. Dent free steel scabbard with about 90% of its original finish remaining. A very nice example overall. PLEASE EMAIL ZIP CODE TO CALCULATE SHIPPING CHARGE.   « Less

Original era manufacture. Heavy brass casing marked on the bottom, PLAN LTD, Neuchatel Switzerland. On the top it is marked U.S. ENGINEER CORPS. Dial points north properly.  More »

Original era manufacture. Heavy brass casing marked on the bottom, PLAN LTD, Neuchatel Switzerland. On the top it is marked U.S. ENGINEER CORPS. Dial points north properly. Khaki canvas British made belt case which is dated 1942, and has a U.S. M1910 belt hook attachment. Light age and wear. PLEASE EMAIL ZIP CODE TO CALCULATE SHIPPING CHARGE.   « Less