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An impressive superb quality Elizabeth II period scarce 'Welsh Regiment gold and enamel sweetheart brooch' in the form of a very large Prince of Wales's Plumes with scrolls 'ICH DIEN' and 'THE WELCH' inlaid with blue enamel; the reverse impressed with 9 carat gold hallmarks for 1967 and maker's details 'T&S' (Turner & Simpson Ltd Birmingham). Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings, safety roller catch in good working order, no damage to the enamel. Height 29mm.
Code: 14319
450.00 GBP
A superb First World War period scarce 'Welsh Regiment gold and enamel sweetheart brooch'; Prince of Wales's Plumes with scrolls 'Ich Dien', the finest quality enamel scroll below bearing the motto "Gwell angau na chywilydd" (Death rather than Dishonour) and mounted on a slender bar, the reverse impressed "15ct" (15 carat gold). Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, enamel perfect. Width 49mm. Height 22mm. ALL BROOCHES ARE SUPPLIED WITH A BRAND NEW BLACK PLUSH LINED PRESENTATION BOX.
Code: 13707
350.00 GBP
A fine quality scarce original First World War period 'Welsh Regiment sweetheart brooch', in the form of a gold plated miniature Prince of Wales plumes with scrolls 'Ich Dien' and further scroll below 'The Welsh', mounted to a S.M.L.E rifle, the reverse bearing Birmingham silver hallmarks for 1915 and maker's details "L?" (obscured by pin shank). Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, this example does not appear to ever have had a rifle sling. Width 50mm. Height 10mm. ALL BROOCHES ARE SUPPLIED WITH A BRAND NEW BLACK PLUSH LINED PRESENTATION BOX.
Code: 13632
SOLD
A fine quality scarce original First World War period 'Welsh Regiment sweetheart brooch', in the form of a heavy gold plated miniature Prince of Wales plumes with scrolls 'Ich Dien' and further scroll below 'The Welsh', mounted to a S.M.L.E rifle, the reverse bearing Birmingham silver hallmarks for 1914 and maker's details "A.Bros" (Ahronsberg Brothers, Birmingham). Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, complete with original rifle sling and all the gold plating to the front of the badge, very minor service wear. Width 51mm. Height 15mm. ALL BROOCHES ARE SUPPLIED WITH A BRAND NEW BLACK PLUSH LINED PRESENTATION BOX.
Code: 13442
A rare First World War period tin button badge, dedicated to 'Private Hubert William Lewis 1916 recipient of the Victoria Cross', deplaying a black and white portrait photograph image of the 20 year old gallant hero from Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire, Wales in army uniform and inscribed above "Welsh Regt." with "Private H.Lewis. V.C.1916." below. Very good condition, complete with original pin fitting, no sign of any foxing to the obverse, very minor rust marks to reverse, minimal wear. Diameter 25mm. On 22/23 October 1916 at Macukovo (now called Evzonoi, on the Salonika Front), while on duty during a raid, Private Lewis was twice wounded on reaching the enemy trenches, but refused to be attended to. He was wounded again while searching enemy dug-outs and again refused assistance. At this point three of the enemy approached and Private Lewis immediately attacked them single-handed, capturing all three. Later, during the retirement, he went to the assistance of a wounded man and, under heavy shell and rifle fire, brought him back safely, after which he collapsed.
Code: 13088
120.00 GBP
A rare opportunity to purchase a gilt and enamel 'Welch Regiment sweetheart brooch', taken from a Second World War period sales representative's sample case; bearing regimental crest comprising Prince of Wales plumes with scrolls 'Ich Dien' and further scroll below 'The Welch' and mounted on a slender bar. Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, enamel perfect. Width 57mm. Height 16mm. ALL BROOCHES ARE SUPPLIED WITH A BRAND NEW BLACK PLUSH LINED PRESENTATION BOX.
Code: 12994
A scarce First World War period sweetheart brooch, Prince of Wale's plumes with scrolls 'Ich Dien' and scroll below 'The Welsh', the reverse impressed "Sterling" and with maker's details "T.L.M" (Thomas Lynton Mott). Very good condition. Height 28mm.
Code: 12179
A scarce First World War sweetheart brooch, Prince of Wale's plumes with scrolls 'Ich Dien' and scroll below 'The Welsh', the reverse bearing Birmingham silver hallmarks for 1915 and maker's details "A.Bros". Very good condition, original pin fittings, complete with sling and all the gold plating to the front of the badge, an excellent example. Width 53mm. Height 16mm.
Code: 12176
A scarce First World War period 'Welsh Regiment sweetheart brooch', heavily gold plated silver badge applied to a laurel wreath surround, the reverse impressed "Sterling". Very good condition, original pin fittings, oversized replacement pin. Diameter 23mm.
Code: 12115
25.00 GBP
A scarce First World War, "The Welsh" sweetheart brooch, heavily gold plated badge on mother of pearl shell with gold plated rim. Excellent condition, original pin fittings. Diameter 25mm.
Code: 12114
A scarce First World War sweetheart brooch, the reverse bearing London silver hallmarks for 1917 and maker's details "S & Co." (Sydney & Co). Very good condition, original pin fittings, good patina. Diameter 25mm
Code: 10226
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