Dear customers,

We will be attending the following exhibitions:

If you are interested in any items from our catalogue and have the opportunity to visit one of the exhibitions, please let us know the item number and your name, and we will bring the goods for you to view in person.
Kind regards, Alex

  • Activist of the OSOAVIAKhIM badge, #3573, circa early 1930s.

    Activist of the OSOAVIAKhIM badge, #3573, circa early 1930s. (Lot: 548)

    In silver and enamels. Measures 35.0 mm in height (from the bottom of the badge to the top point of the banner, not including the flagpole finial); 31.0 mm in width (near the bottom, along the swallow-tail scroll). Stamped serial number “3573” to the reverse. The reverse also shows sterling silver hallmark “916”, additional assay inspection hallmark and Cyrillic maker mark “KhEM”. Extremely nice quality, characteristic of the award badges of the early 30s.

    In very fine condition overall. The obverse is very fine to excellent, with nicely preserved showing attractive original luster. There are minor scratches and contact marks to enamel but they are not easily noticeable to the naked eye. There are no chips or flaking anywhere. The details are well preserved and crisp; the only visible flaw is a small dent on the rifle butt. The reverse is pristine and shows attractive patina. The silver screw post has been reduced for wearing convenience as was customary but its remaining length of over 4 mm is enough to accommodate a screw plate. The wing nut marked “Vsekokhudoznik, Moscow” is of the period although probably not original to the badge.

    $ 750 fee: 22.5%
  • Pair of English Drop Trigger Percussion Pistols

    Pair of English Drop Trigger Percussion Pistols (Lot: 495)

    Pair of English Drop Trigger Percussion Pistols Marked H Nock.

    Marked with one of England’s premier makers of the period, these guns are likely the fake watches of their day. Both guns are in nice condition with engraved frames and slab butts with vacant silver escutcheons.

    Both actions, including push-on safeties, function without problems.

    Overall length approximately 5 7/8 inches, with twist off barrels, standard British proofs.

    $ 1,320 fee: 22.5%
  • Cased Blockade Breaker Set – AGMuK

    Cased Blockade Breaker Set – AGMuK (Lot: 194)

    A very nice Cased Blockade Breaker Set in overall choice condition. This Cased Blockade Breaker Set is produced zinc, as all known examples are. The badge retains all of its original dark finish, and the original silver plating of the eagle and chain motifs remains in great condition overall. The Blockade Breaker Badge is maker marked AGMuK on the reverse. The reverse hardware remains intact and with no repairs with a correct ball style hinge for this maker. The set is complete with the miniature stickpin, which matches the badge’s age perfectly and surely have been a set forever. Case is present in great condition overall, displaying minimal wear to the corners overall. Complete with a period style sticker on the exterior. Case has a flocked style inlay and a push button clasp for opening. Overall, this is a beautiful Cased Blockade Breaker Set in choice condition!

    $ 1,505 fee: 22.5%
  • SS Long Service Medal (4 Years), with original case and ribbon

    SS Long Service Medal (4 Years), with original case and ribbon (Lot: 803)

    An original SS Long Service Medal, awarded for four years of faithful service. The medal is struck in bronze with a dark finish, much of which remains intact. The obverse displays the SS runes surrounded by a finely detailed oak-leaf wreath.

    The reverse bears the inscription FÜR TREUE DIENSTE IN DER SS, sharply executed with correct period lettering. The suspension loop is of proper wartime construction—separately made and neatly soldered.

    This example comes complete with its original blue ribbon of correct weave and original black presentation case, featuring silver SS runes on the lid. The case shows expected age wear, with the interior insert preserved. Such complete sets are considerably scarcer than loose medals.

    Overall condition is excellent: natural patina, crisp relief, and no signs of repair.

    $ 1,580 fee: 22.5%