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LOT 2067
British WWII Maritime Overhead Gimbal Compass
1940S A.D. OR LATER
10 3/8 x 10 3/8 in. (9.2 kg, 26.2 x 26.2 cm).
Patt. 0921, 'E/R/52', 'No 4076 E inverted type for mounting overhead; together with original hinged wooden box with leather strap.
ProvenanceAcquired from The Antiques Storehouse, UK, 2105.
The Kusmirek Collection, UK.
Accompanied by copy of the purchase invoice and details.
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Len Hutton Cricket Bat
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Opening Bid: £44
Gradidge willow cricket bat embossed with text and a facsimile autograph, the blade showing some signs of use, with black cord-bound grip; accompanied by a red four-section leather covered sewn cricket ball. 1 kg total, 7.5 - 83 cm
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North Irish Horse Regiment Brass Trumpet
Stamped 1888 A.D.Estimate: £120 - 170 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £33
Stamped 'W D 50 HENRY POTTER & CO 30. CHARING CROSS LONDON C&M 1888'; scratched graffiti near the mouth reading 'N.Irish Horse'; decorative fabric cord. 648 grams, 43 cm
Acquired from The Antiques Storehouse, UK, 2015. The Kusmirek Collection, UK. Accompanied by a copy of the invoice and other information.
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WWII Gas Mask Group
1940s A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £20
Comprising two masks accompanied by a fabric bag, one mask with connecting pipe and respirator. 2.1 kg total, bag 30 cm high
Acquired from RJ Militaria, UK. The Kusmirek Collection, UK.