Set of Miniature Implements

Set of Miniature Implements

Item details: Five miniature metal implements, each with a handle made of a brass bullet. The identity of the maker of this curious collection of tools is unknown. They were made by a soldier with time on his hands during the Siege of Ladysmith (1899 – 1902)...
Portrait of Sir John Moore by Thomas Lawrence

Portrait of Sir John Moore by Thomas Lawrence

Item details: Oil on linen portrait of Sir John Moore (1761-1809) by Thomas Lawrence. H 74.5 x W 62 cm. Born in Glasgow, Scotland, Moore began his military career at the age of 15 when he joined the British Army as an ensign. He quickly distinguished himself in...
A Concealed Crystal Wireless Set

A Concealed Crystal Wireless Set

Item Details: Blue metal water bottle approximately 12cm x 17cm x 6cm with cork stopper, designed to conceal the wireless radio set including headphones. War has always been a catalyst for human ingenuity. One such remarkable example of creativity in the face of dire...
The Naval General Service Medal

The Naval General Service Medal

Item details: A medal with blue and white ribbon and unofficial adornment of a cap badge. Obverse: a left facing effigy of Queen Victoria with the inscription “VICTORIA REGINA” and the date “1848”. Reverse: Britannia seated on a seahorse. Clasp:...