Loading, please wait...
Details
LOT 2485
US Air Force WWII Aircraft Goggles Dark Adaption Set in Original Box
1939-1945 A.D.
4 1/4 x 3 in. (49.94 grams, 10.9 x 7.5 cm).
Composed of a simple folding leather frame with ‘fur’ trim and red celluloid lenses, webbing and elastic strap with basic clasp fittings, papercovers on lenses present. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Acquired on the UK art market.
Property of an Essex militaria collector.
VETTING:
TimeLine Auctions follows a vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
LOT 2485
US Air Force WWII Aircraft Goggles Dark Adaption Set in Original Box
Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
RELATED LOTS
-
WWI and WWII Hat Badge Collection
1939-1945 A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
Comprising: Royal Armoured Corps cap badge; Coldstream Guards cap badge; Royal Sussex Regiment cap badge. 30 grams total, 49-50.5 mm
Acquired on the UK art market. Property of an Essex militaria collector. -
Anglo-Zulu War Artefacts from the Battle of Khambula
Circa 29th March 1879 A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
A collection of nine Boxer .450 brass cartridge bullet cases, used in Martini-Henry rifles during the battle between British forces and the main Zulu army. 77 grams total, 19-37 mm
Found by local Zulu people living at Khambula, South Africa, 1990s-early 2000s. Ian Wilkinson collection, Nottinghamshire, UK, formed since 1985.
The battle resulted in a heavy defeat for the Zulus, who had been full of confidence from their earlier victories against the British at Isandlwana and Hlobane. -
Lancaster Bomber RAF WWII Aeroplane Identification Training Model
1942-1945 A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £312
Carved in dense-grained wood with black silhouette finish. 190 grams, 42.8 cm wide
Acquired on the UK art market. Property of an Essex militaria collector.