Select Category
click for more images
A rare early period 'Austalian Souvenir' sweetheart brooch; hollow gold circlet with barley twist decoration, the centre depicting the earlier form of the Coat of Arms with 'Advance Australia' motto below; the reverse impressed "RD" "No263" with three marks in separate boxes "Unicorn" "15" (15 carat gold) and a "W" (Willis & Sons Pty Ltd, Melbourn). Very good condition, complete with original pin fittings. Diameter 28mm. The coat of arms of Australia were authorised by King Edward VII on 7 May 1908 and bore the motto 'Advance Australia', updated version by King George V on 19 September 1912 with just the title 'Australia', the 1908 version continued to be used in some contexts. Willis & Sons Pty Ltd, Melbourne were established in 1904 and closed 1931.
Code: 13969
250.00 GBP
A very scarce original Great War period English made brooch; crossed fern leaves surmounted by a boomerang, the central device displaying the units purple and white enamel coloured divisional patch. The reverse impressed "Sterling Silver" with Birmingham maker's details "M J & Co Bm" and inscribed "Souvenir of 2nd Anniversary of 5th Pioneer A.I.F". Good condition, complete with original pin fiittings, minor wear to enamel. Height 21mm. The '5th Pioneer Battalion' of the Australian Imperial Force was short lived unit, formed in 1916 and disbanded in 1919.
Code: 13906
SOLD
A good original Second World War period 'Anzac Forces silver sweetheart brooch', depicting a rising sun with central Crown enhanced with red enamel, tri-part title scroll below "Australian Commonwealth Military Forces" inlaid in blue, the reverse impressed in relief "Sterling Silver". Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, enamel perfect. Height 28mm.
Code: 13905
A good original Second World War period 'Anzac Forces sweetheart brooch', gilded brass example depicting a rising sun with central Crown enhanced with red enamel, tri-part title scroll below "Australian Commonwealth Military Forces" inlaid in blue. Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, enamel perfect except for minor nick to crown, gilt finish remain bright. Height 28mm.
Code: 13904
A scarce original First World War period "New Zealand Military Forces sweetheart brooch'; gilded brass Crowned fern leaf wreath, "NZ" to voided centre, blue enamel "Onward" scroll below. Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, no damage to the enamel, gilt remains bright, an excellent example. Height 30mm.
Code: 13903
20.00 GBP
A scarce original First World War period 'New Zealand Rifle Brigade sweetheart brooch'; brass and enamel example mounted onto a mother of pearl disc. Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, enamel intact. Diameter 27mm.
Code: 13842
25.00 GBP
A scarce original circa 1930's period scarce 'Australian Military Forces mother of pearl sweetheart brooch' made in the Middle East using a cap badge as a guide. Very good condition, retaining a pin fitting not conforming to the usual. Height 22mm. Sold as a collectors item only, unsuitable for wear due to fragility of pin fitting which was originally only glued into place. ALL BROOCHES ARE SUPPLIED WITH A BRAND NEW BLACK PLUSH LINED PRESENTATION BOX.
Code: 13739
A scarce First World War period 'Austalian Souvenir' sweetheart brooch; hollow gold example in the form of 'Map of Australia' with raised edge, the centre depicting the earlier form of the Coat of Arms with 'Advance Australia' motto below; the reverse impressed with three marks in separate boxes 'compass' '9' (9 carat gold) and a wheatsheaf. Very good condition, retaining original pin fitting, old replacement hook, no dents or distortions. Height 21mm. Width 27mm. The coat of arms of Australia were authorised by King Edward VII on 7 May 1908 and bore the motto 'Advance Australia', updated version by King George V on 19 September 1912 with just the title 'Australia', the 1908 version continued to be used in some contexts. ALL BROOCHES ARE SUPPLIED WITH A BRAND NEW BLACK PLUSH LINED PRESENTATION BOX.
Code: 13733
A scarce First World War period 'Australian Military Forces sweetheart brooch', suspended from a pretty bow with floral decoration, the reverse impressed "Sterling Silver" to both parts and maker's details "SSR" (mostly seen on English made WW1 Canadian CEF brooches). Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, enamel perfect to badge, manufacturing flaws to bow. Height 37mm. ALL BROOCHES ARE SUPPLIED WITH A BRAND NEW BLACK PLUSH LINED PRESENTATION BOX.
Code: 13631
A very unusual scarce First World War period 'Australian Navy Flag brooch'; fine quality hollow silver disc with royal blue translucent enamel border, the centre depicting a 'Blue Ensign' with 'Union Flag', seven-point Commonwealth Star and the five stars of the Southern Cross on white translucent rays; the reverse impressed with Birminham silver hallmarks for 1916 and maker's details "JA&S" (J Aitkin & Son, Birmingham). Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, no stress marks to the enamel, minimal wear with minor surface scatches. Diameter 26mm.
Code: 13616
80.00 GBP
A scarce original First World War period 'Australian Military Forces silver sweetheart brooch', heavy gold plated rising sun badge, mounted within a laurel wreath, the reverse impressed "Sterling". Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, minor service wear to gold plating. Height 23mm. ALL BROOCHES ARE SUPPLIED WITH A BRAND NEW BLACK PLUSH LINED PRESENTATION BOX.
Code: 13609
An exceptionally clean First World War period silk postcard; embroidered 'Southern Cross star constellation' representing the divisional sign of the New Zealand Expeditionary Force HQ with 'forget-me-not' floral decoration, above a NZ Fern Leaf with scroll, the reverse with maker's details "Marque Deposee" "Vise Paris Made in France" Very good condition, colours remain vibrant. Height 139mm. Width 90mm.
Code: 13603
35.00 GBP
A scarce original First World War period 'New Zealand patriotic sweetheart brooch'; gilded brass convex shield inlaid with vivid blue enamelling, bearing Queen Victoria Crowned floral wreath, the centre depicting "NZ" with crossed flag and fouled anchor below. Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, enamel perfect, gilt remains fresh. Height 27mm. ALL BROOCHES ARE SUPPLIED WITH A BRAND NEW BLACK PLUSH LINED PRESENTATION BOX.
Code: 13472
A very scarce original First World War period 'Australian Military Forces sweetheart brooch'; very small gilded brass rising sun, in place of the normal Crown the 'First Divisional Sign' of the '4th Battalion New South Wales Infantry Brigade' a rectangle shape patch inlaid with white over green enamel within grey border. Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, enamel perfect, minor wear to gilt finish. Width 25mm. Height 15mm.
Code: 13440
60.00 GBP
A rare Great War period superb quality 'Advance Australia patriotic brooch'; depicting a hollow gold boomerang, mounted to each end a Kangaroo and Emu, the centre bearing pearl set five pointed star resting on red cut stone gold heart, foliage and ribbon title scroll; the reverse impressed with "9ct" (9 carat gold), "Swan" symbol and "Regd." Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings with old brass replacement pin, no dents or distortions vulnerable to these type of hollow gold brooches, an excellent example. Width 49mm. Height 16mm.
Code: 13438
A scarce original First World War period 'New Zealand Military Forces sweetheart brooch'; a recognised design consisting of a gilt officer's uniform button bearing 'Southern Cross star constellation adapted and mounted within a 'Fern' leaf wreath surround, surmounted by "NZ" with motto below "Onward"; the reverse with maker's details "J.R.Gaunt Pat Appd For" and "Rd 654373" a registered, design and patent date of 1916. Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, gilt remains bright. Height 30mm. ALL BROOCHES ARE SUPPLIED WITH A BRAND NEW BLACK PLUSH LINED PRESENTATION BOX.
Code: 13383
A scarce original First World War period 'Australian Military Forces sweetheart brooch'; a recognised design consisting of a gilt officer's uniform button bearing Crowned map of Australia adapted and mounted within a 'Waratah' leaf and flower wreath surround, surmounted by a kangaroo and white enamel title "Australia"; the reverse with maker's details "J.R.Gaunt Pat Appd For" and "Rd 654376" a registered, design and patent date of 1916. Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, gilt remains bright, enamel perfect. Height 32mm.
Code: 13382
A scarce original First World War period 'Australian Military Forces sweetheart brooch'; a recognised design consisting of a gilt officer's uniform button bearing Crowned map of Australia adapted and mounted within a 'Waratah' leaf and flower wreath surround, surmounted by a kangaroo and red enamel title "Australia"; the reverse with maker's details "J.R.Gaunt Pat Appd For" and "Rd 654376" a registered, design and patent date of 1916. Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, gilt remains bright, enamel perfect. Height 32mm.
Code: 13381
A scarce original First World War period 'Australian Military Forces sweetheart brooch'; a recognised design consisting of a gilt officer's uniform button bearing Crowned map of Australia adapted and mounted within a 'Waratah' leaf and flower wreath surround, surmounted by a kangaroo and green enamel title "Australia"; the reverse with maker's details "J.R.Gaunt Pat Appd For" and "Rd 654376" a registered, design and patent date of 1916. Very good condition, retaining original pin fittings, gilt remains bright, enamel with minimal service wear. Height 32mm. ALL BROOCHES ARE SUPPLIED WITH A BRAND NEW BLACK PLUSH LINED PRESENTATION BOX.
Code: 13380
A superb post 1931 Second World War period 'Anzac Forces gold sweetheart brooch', of the very finest quality, depicting a rising sun with central Crown set on a field of red translucent enamel and tri-part title scroll below "Australian Commonwealth Military Forces" inlaid in dark blue; the reverse impressed "14ct" (a post 1931 14 carat gold standard ). Excellent condition, retaining original pin fittings incorporating safety roller catch in good working order, enamel perfect and complete with its velvet lined fitted leather case with details to the lid "By appointment to H.M The King" "Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company Ltd 112, Regent Street, London, W.1" also in excellent condition. Highly recommended. Height 20mm.
Code: 13308
website designed and maintained by Concept500
