Steel & Steam: Trains, Ships & Military History

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Get ready for an extraordinary auction featuring a curated collection of rare and unique items that celebrate history, craftsmanship, and Americana. This exceptional event will showcase:

Model Locomotives and Steam Engines: Delve into the intricate world of model railroading with an impressive array of model locomotives and steam engines, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Model Ships: Explore a fleet of meticulously crafted model ships, including iconic US naval destroyers and submarines, each piece a testament to maritime history and naval engineering.

Military War-Time Books and Literature: Discover an extensive selection of military literature, offering a glimpse into the past with rare war-time books, manuals, and historical documents.

Americana Memorabilia: Relish in the charm of Americana with an assortment of memorabilia that captures the essence of American history and culture, from vintage signs to nostalgic collectibles.

Antique Cameras: Capture a piece of photographic history with a variety of antique cameras, showcasing the evolution of photography and the artistry of early camera design.

Join us for this remarkable auction event and seize the opportunity to own a piece of history. Whether you're a seasoned collector or a history enthusiast, this auction promises something for everyone.
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Highly Detailed Model of WWII Battleship USS Arizona102 - Highly Detailed Model of WWII Battleship USS Arizona
Lion and Unicorn
This listing features an expertly crafted scale model of the USS Arizona, a Pennsylvania-class battleship famously remembered for its destruction duri
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Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (225.00) = 225.00
 
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Model of Arleigh Burke-Class Guided Missile Destroyer103 - Model of Arleigh Burke-Class Guided Missile Destroyer
Lion and Unicorn
This meticulously crafted model represents an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, a symbol of modern naval warfare and technological superio
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Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (500.00) = 500.00
 
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Model of USS Joseph P. Kennedy Jr. Gearing-Class Destroyer104 - Model of USS Joseph P. Kennedy Jr. Gearing-Class Destroyer
Lion and Unicorn
This exceptional handcrafted model of the USS Joseph P. Kennedy Jr. (DD-850), a Gearing-class destroyer, is a stunning representation of mid-20th-cent
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Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (400.00) = 400.00
 
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Model Ship of U.S. Navy Destroyer on Custom Wooden Base105 - Model Ship of U.S. Navy Destroyer on Custom Wooden Base
Lion and Unicorn
This is a meticulously crafted scale model of a U.S. Navy destroyer, mounted on a polished wooden base with brass supports. Designed with incredible a
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Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (450.00) = 450.00
 
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Museum-Quality Scale Model of USS Arizona (BB-39)106 - Museum-Quality Scale Model of USS Arizona (BB-39)
Lion and Unicorn
This is an intricately detailed scale model of the USS Arizona (BB-39), a Pennsylvania-class battleship of the United States Navy. Famously sunk durin
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Estimate : 800.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for (375.00) = 375.00
 
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Rocacci Handcrafted Scale Model Ship SS Homeric, 1/350107 - Rocacci Handcrafted Scale Model Ship SS Homeric, 1/350
Lion and Unicorn
A highly detailed 1/350th scale handcrafted model of the SS Homeric, a renowned ocean liner from the mid-20th century. Created by the skilled artisans
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Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (425.00) = 425.00
 
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USS Arizona BB-39 Battleship Model 1941108 - USS Arizona BB-39 Battleship Model 1941
Lion and Unicorn
This is a finely detailed scale model of the USS Arizona (BB-39), the iconic Pennsylvania-class battleship tragically lost during the Pearl Harbor att
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (130.00) = 130.00
 
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USS Missouri  BB 63 Battleship Model 1945109 - USS Missouri BB 63 Battleship Model 1945
Lion and Unicorn
This finely crafted scale model represents the iconic USS Missouri (BB-63), famously known as Mighty Mo. The USS Missouri, a United States Navy Iowa-c
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (170.00) = 170.00
 
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Model Ship USS Missouri WWII w/ Medallion110 - Model Ship USS Missouri WWII w/ Medallion
Lion and Unicorn
This lot features a meticulously crafted scale model of the USS Missouri, one of the most famous battleships in United States Naval history. Known as
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Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (750.00) = 750.00
 
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Detailed Scale Model of a U.S. Navy Submarine111 - Detailed Scale Model of a U.S. Navy Submarine
Lion and Unicorn
This expertly crafted scale model represents a U.S. Navy submarine, meticulously detailed and mounted on a polished wooden display stand. The submarin
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Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (350.00) = 350.00
 
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Battleship Yamato Imperial Japanese Navy Model112 - Battleship Yamato Imperial Japanese Navy Model
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This meticulously crafted model represents the famed Battleship Yamato, a legendary warship of the Imperial Japanese Navy during World War II. Designe
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Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (450.00) = 450.00
 
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Jane Fighting Ships 1941 Naval Reference Book113 - Jane Fighting Ships 1941 Naval Reference Book
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This lot features an original 1941 edition of Jane's Fighting Ships, issued in 1942, edited by Francis E. McMurtrie and published by The Macmill...
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Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (80.00) = 80.00
 
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USS Indianapolis Model with Warship Pictorial Booklet114 - USS Indianapolis Model with Warship Pictorial Booklet
Lion and Unicorn
This lot features a finely crafted scale model of the USS Indianapolis, one of the most iconic warships in United States naval history. The model is m
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Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (600.00) = 600.00
 
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Set of 14 Books Jane Fighting Ships Annuals 1900-1918115 - Set of 14 Books Jane Fighting Ships Annuals 1900-1918
Lion and Unicorn
A rare and historically significant collection of 14 volumes of Jane's Fighting Ships, spanning the years 1900 to 1918. Set includes editions fr...
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Start Price : 200.00 | Estimate : 2,000.00 - 3,000.00
 
 
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Set of 2 Books on Naval and Merchant Ships116 - Set of 2 Books on Naval and Merchant Ships
Lion and Unicorn
This collection includes two comprehensive reference books detailing naval and merchant ships from the twentieth and early twenty first centuries. Jan
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (15.00) = 15.00
 
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Set of 7 Jane Fighting Ships Reference Books 1932-1942117 - Set of 7 Jane Fighting Ships Reference Books 1932-1942
Lion and Unicorn
This lot features a set of seven volumes of Jane's Fighting Ships, covering the years 1932, 1933, 1934, 1935, 1937, 1939, and 1942. These highly...
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Start Price : 80.00 | Estimate : 800.00 - 2,000.00
 
 
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2pc Books on Steamboats in North America118 - 2pc Books on Steamboats in North America
Lion and Unicorn
A set of two hardcover books exploring the transportation history of North America. Long Day's Journey: The Steamboat & Stagecoach Era in th...
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Start Price : 10.00 | Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
 
 
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4 Jane Military Encyclopedic Books on Aircraft & Ships119 - 4 Jane Military Encyclopedic Books on Aircraft & Ships
Lion and Unicorn
Comprehensive set of four military reference books from Jane's, covering both aircraft and naval vessels of World War I and World War II. This s...
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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4pc Naval Warfare and Exploration Book Lot120 - 4pc Naval Warfare and Exploration Book Lot
Lion and Unicorn
A collection of four hardcover books on naval warfare, history, and exploration, including Lost Warships by James P. Delgado (ISBN 0-7525-3219-7), Iow
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (10.00) = 10.00
 
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4pc Naval Warfare and Warship History Book Collection121 - 4pc Naval Warfare and Warship History Book Collection
Lion and Unicorn
A collection of four hardcover books covering the history and evolution of naval warfare, featuring detailed accounts of warships, battleships, and th
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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5pc Naval History Book Collection on Warships and Fleets122 - 5pc Naval History Book Collection on Warships and Fleets
Lion and Unicorn
A collection of five books exploring naval warfare, warships, and fleet operations across different historical periods. Titles include Fleets of World
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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5pc Ocean Liner History Book Collection123 - 5pc Ocean Liner History Book Collection
Lion and Unicorn
A collection of five books exploring the history of ocean liners, featuring a mix of hardcover and softcover editions. Included are RMS Queen Mary Tra
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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8 Jane Military Reference Books Fighting Ships & Defense124 - 8 Jane Military Reference Books Fighting Ships & Defense
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A collection of eight Jane's military reference books, covering various aspects of military technology and defense analysis. This set includes J...
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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10 Jane Fighting Ships Naval Reference Books 1991-2005125 - 10 Jane Fighting Ships Naval Reference Books 1991-2005
Lion and Unicorn
This lot features a set of ten volumes of Jane's Fighting Ships, the authoritative annual reference series covering global naval forces, warship...
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Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (250.00) = 250.00
 
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Antique Brass Handled Knife & Fork Set with Ornate Scabbard126 - Antique Brass Handled Knife & Fork Set with Ornate Scabbard
Lion and Unicorn
This antique knife and fork set features intricately engraved brass handles and a matching decorative brass scabbard with a floral motif. The knife bl
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Antique Indian Military Sword with Brass Hilt and Steel Scab127 - Antique Indian Military Sword with Brass Hilt and Steel Scab
Lion and Unicorn
An antique Indian military sword featuring a brass hilt with an intricately textured grip and a traditional knuckle guard. The blade is housed in a po
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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Antique Sword with Brass Guard and Scabbard, India128 - Antique Sword with Brass Guard and Scabbard, India
Lion and Unicorn
This antique sword features a polished steel blade, approximately 29" in length, with a brass hilt and guard. The blade is marked with "In...
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Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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Indian Cavalry Saber Replica w Original Sheath, Marked India129 - Indian Cavalry Saber Replica w Original Sheath, Marked India
Lion and Unicorn
A reproduction of a classic cavalry saber featuring a gently curved steel blade with a single fuller, brass knuckle guard, and a black leather-wrapped
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Replica Cavalry Saber with Original Sheath, India130 - Replica Cavalry Saber with Original Sheath, India
Lion and Unicorn
A reproduction cavalry saber featuring a curved steel blade with a single fuller and a brass three-bar guard. The grip is wrapped in black leather wit
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Antique Brass-Hilted Sword with Scabbard131 - Antique Brass-Hilted Sword with Scabbard
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This antique sword features a brass hilt with intricate details, a wrapped grip, and a protective guard. The blade is housed in a polished metal scabb
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (25.00) = 25.00
 
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Antique Scottish Highland Regalia Sword with Red Velvet Bask132 - Antique Scottish Highland Regalia Sword with Red Velvet Bask
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Antique Scottish Highland ceremonial sword featuring a distinctive basket hilt adorned with red velvet and tassels. The sword's polished steel b...
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (90.00) = 90.00
 
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Antique-Style Cavalry Saber with Scabbard133 - Antique-Style Cavalry Saber with Scabbard
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A finely crafted reproduction of a classic cavalry saber, featuring a curved stainless steel blade with a polished finish. The hilt is designed with a
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (15.00) = 15.00
 
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Brass and Leather Hilt Sword with Etched Blade and Sheath134 - Brass and Leather Hilt Sword with Etched Blade and Sheath
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A 42-inch sword featuring a brass hilt with ornate floral engravings, a leather-wrapped grip, and a curved guard. The steel blade displays intricate e
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Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Brass Handled Saber Sword with Sheath135 - Brass Handled Saber Sword with Sheath
Lion and Unicorn
This lot features a brass-handled saber sword with a 32"L blade. The sword boasts an ornate brass guard with decorative detailing, complemented...
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (10.00) = 10.00
 
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Brass Lion Head Sword with Steel Scabbard136 - Brass Lion Head Sword with Steel Scabbard
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A striking decorative sword featuring a brass lion head hilt with intricate floral and textured detailing. The blade is inscribed with "India,&...
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (10.00) = 10.00
 
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Brass-Hilt Cavalry Sword with Polished Steel Scabbard137 - Brass-Hilt Cavalry Sword with Polished Steel Scabbard
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Indian-made cavalry sword featuring a curved steel blade with a fuller, marked "Made in India" near the ricasso. The sword includes a bras...
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (15.00) = 15.00
 
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Brass-Hilted Sword with Leather Handle and Scabbard138 - Brass-Hilted Sword with Leather Handle and Scabbard
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This brass-hilted sword features a curved steel blade with a leather-wrapped handle and a detailed brass guard. The blade is marked "India,&quo...
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Brass-Hilted Sword with Leather Scabbard139 - Brass-Hilted Sword with Leather Scabbard
Lion and Unicorn
A brass-hilted sword featuring a knuckle guard and rope-wrapped grip design, paired with its black leather scabbard adorned with brass fittings. The b
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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Decorative Ceremonial Sword with Brass Accents140 - Decorative Ceremonial Sword with Brass Accents
Lion and Unicorn
This impressive ceremonial sword features a finely crafted blade with a polished finish, paired with a wooden hilt adorned with intricate brass accent
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Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Military-Style Sword with Scabbard141 - Military-Style Sword with Scabbard
Lion and Unicorn
This lot features a military-style sword with a metal scabbard, showcasing a sleek design with a brass guard and spiral leather grip. The blade is etc
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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Replica of The Sword of Carlos V, Toledo Spain142 - Replica of The Sword of Carlos V, Toledo Spain
Lion and Unicorn
This exquisite Spanish sword, marked "Carlos V" and engraved "Toledo" on the blade, showcases remarkable craftsmanship. The stai...
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (20.00) = 20.00
 
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Spanish Rapier Sword with Ornate Tri-Head Hilt Design143 - Spanish Rapier Sword with Ornate Tri-Head Hilt Design
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A finely crafted Spanish rapier sword, measuring 45 inches in length, featuring a highly decorative hilt adorned with gold-toned and silver-toned embe
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Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (70.00) = 70.00
 
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Viking-Style Sword with Scabbard144 - Viking-Style Sword with Scabbard
Lion and Unicorn
This Viking-style sword features a 30" double-edge blade, marked "India." It has a brass guard and pommel, with a dark leather-wrappe...
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (60.00) = 60.00
 
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Marto Full Suit of Decorative Armor Toledo Spain145 - Marto Full Suit of Decorative Armor Toledo Spain
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This meticulously crafted full suit of decorative armor was created by Marto, a prestigious manufacturer based in Toledo, Spain, a city historically r
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Estimate : 800.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to floor for (3,100.00) = 3,100.00
 
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Marto Spanish Knight and Horse Sculpture146 - Marto Spanish Knight and Horse Sculpture
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Striking Marto sculpture of a medieval knight in full armor riding a richly adorned horse, featuring exquisite metal accents and a vibrant fabric sadd
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Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (170.00) = 170.00
 
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Royal Doulton Figurine, Digger - Australian HN322147 - Royal Doulton Figurine, Digger - Australian HN322
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A finely crafted Royal Doulton figurine titled Australian Digger HN322, designed by renowned sculptor E.W. Light. This rare piece pays tribute to the
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Estimate : 200.00 - 800.00
Sold to floor for (1,500.00) = 1,500.00
 
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Bairstow Manor Character Jug, Winston Churchill148 - Bairstow Manor Character Jug, Winston Churchill
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Limited edition featuring Prime Minister Winston Churchill Navy Forces with sailor standing in front of Navy Flag. Manor Potteries backstamp. Dimens
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Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 500.00 - 1,000.00
 
 
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Royal Doulton Figurine, Sir Winston Churchill HN3057149 - Royal Doulton Figurine, Sir Winston Churchill HN3057
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Handmade and hand decorated glossy figure from the Men of History Series that features the former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom holding his can
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (120.00) = 120.00
 
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Royal Doulton Prototype Small Character Jug, Churchill D6934150 - Royal Doulton Prototype Small Character Jug, Churchill D6934
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Winston Churchill. Rare hand decorated figural jug of the Former Prime Minster of the United Kingdom. Depicted with a cigar in his mouth, black coat w
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Estimate : 800.00 - 2,000.00
 
 
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Sir Winston Churchill D6849 Small Doulton Character Jug151 - Sir Winston Churchill D6849 Small Doulton Character Jug
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Royal Doulton backstamp. Artist: Stanley J. Taylor Issued: 1989 Dimensions: 3.25"H Country of Origin: England Condition: Age related wear.
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Estimate : 10.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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