| *** | Group of 8 to Rear Admiral William Arthur, CB, RN, after whom Port Arthur, China, was named. (i) Companion of the military division of the Order of the Bath, breast badge with ribbon buckle, 18ct gold (hallmarked AMRG 1879) and enamel. Appointed 1881.… | *** |  |
| *** | An antique reproduction Maximilian Suit of Armour. Height 190 cm | *** |  |
| *** | Gallipoli DSO in important group of 10 to Colonel Bertram Sibbald Finn, CBE, DSO, ED, New Zealand Medical Corps & New Zealand Dental Corps. (i) Commander of the military division of the Order of the British Empire (CBE), 2nd type neck badge. (ii)… | *** |  |
| *** | A group of family medals, including a World War I Distinguished flying cross awarded to Samuel Dawson | *** |  |
| *** | A reproduction German high Gothic suit of armour made in 1996 in the high gothic style of 1480’s Germany together with a broadsword. Some rust patches. | *** |  |
| *** | Rare and unique group of 4 to George Moore, Auckland Naval Artillery. (i) New Zealand Long and Efficient Service Medal, with an ornamental bar in place of usual ring suspender, Named: No 7 1st CPO George Moore, Auckland Naval Artillery Vols.'. Granted 24… | *** |  |
| *** | A Maori Hazard's baby Repeater Winchester model 1906.22 calibre rifle, manufactured 1922, the gun butt Maori carved on both sides with a naturalistic face in profile on the upper edge, one side has a large rauro type spiral below with whakarare pattern… | *** |  |
| *** | A rare and important HM Achilles crew signed Ensign the Royal Navy St George linen Ensign flag (1707 pattern) from the famous leander-class light cruiser HM Achilles and signed by numerous members of that ship's crew after the 'Battle of the river plate'… | *** |  |
| *** | Group of 8 to Warrant Officer John William Dalton, NZEF & NZAOC. (i) 1914-15 Star (9/1255 Farr/Sjt J W Dalton, NZEF). (ii) British War Medal 1914-18 (9/1255 Sjt J W Dalton, NZEF). (iii) Victory Medal 1919 (9/1255 Sjt J W Dalton, NZEF). (iv) War Medal… | *** |  |
| *** | A fine Japanese Edo iron tsuba by Kigen, circular with pierced grass motif and gilt fireflies. Signed with NBTHK papers 23 April 1996. C. 1740. Diameter 7.2 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | An Adams 1851 Maori land Wars pistol, rare Maori land Wars era - Adams army model revolver. Dragoon five-shot percussion revolver, circa 1851-1856 - five-shot self cocking percussion revolver; .50 inch calibre; 8 inch octagonal barrel; foliate engraved… | *** |  |
| *** | Outstanding group of 6 to Warrant Officer I Frederick William James, RNZA. (i) Queen's South Africa Medal 1899-1902 w/3c 'Cape Colony', 'Transvaal' and 'South Africa 1902' 95297 Tpr F W James, NZMR 8th Cont.). (ii) War Medal 1939-45. (iii) New Zealand War… | *** |  |
| *** | Group of 9 to James Conley, Auckland Naval Artillery, New Zealand Permanent Militia, and RNZA. (i) New Zealand Medal, undated reverse (Pty Off. J Conley, Auckd Nvl Vrs), engraved in large capital letters. BBM records 12 medals to unit; Longley records 2… | *** |  |
| *** | New Zealand Medal, reverse dated 1845 to 1846. (T Tuzise, Gunrs Mate, HMS North Star), impressed naming. Also entitled to China Medal 1842. The recipient's surname is spelt 'Trezise' in both Longley (RN & RM) and Douglas Morris (NM). It was not unusual… | *** |  |
| *** | New Zealand Medal, reverse dated 1845 to 1846. (John N Tripp, Gr's Mate, HMS Hazard). Also entitled to China Medal 1842. Recorded in Longley (RN & RM). 9 officers and 22 naval ratings received this medal; BBM 35 medals to the ship. In Douglas-Morris (NM).… | *** |  |
| *** | A 17th century German swept hilt back sword with opposite curving quillions, ringed hilt, wire bound grip and facet pommel. Flattened diamond section blade. Numerous sword makers punch marks and inlaid running Wolf mark. Length 113.5 cm | *** |  |
| *** | Group of 5 to WO I T S Power, RNZA. (i) War Medal 1939-45, privately engraved (4954 RSM T S Power, RNZA). (ii) New Zealand War Service Medal 1939-45, privately engraved (4954 RSM T S Power, RNZA). (iii) Permanent Forces Beyond the Empire and Seas Long… | *** |  |
| *** | A Japanese Edo period iron tsuba, circular shape pierced and inlaid with goldwork pine trees, with NBTHK papers. Diameter 7.7 cm. | *** |  |
| *** | New Zealand Medal, reverse dated 1845 to 1846. (J James AB, HMS Castor), impressed naming. Longley (RN & RM) confirms 4 officers, 56 naval ratings, 2 officers and 7 other ranks of Royal Marines (69 in all) from Castor received this dated medal.… | *** |  |
| *** | New Zealand Medal, undated reverse (S D Calvert, Wairoa Rifle Vol.). Named in engraved large capital letters. Longley records 27 NCO and men, including Calvert, of the unit received undated medals. Calvert is mentioned in James Cowan, 'The New Zealand… | *** |  |
| *** | An important set of military medals for Major General William John Napier, CB, cmG with badges and insignier belonging to Napier, 1863-1925 CB, cmG,QSA 3 bars cape Colony, OFS, trans small alteration to 'G' in RGA, 1914-15 star (Lt-Col RGA) British war… | *** |  |
| *** | Maori carved Hollis & Sons double barrel shot gun, Museum registration not required. Horizontally opposed barrels. Butt decorated with male and female tiki forms with intertwining h'h'. Length 1100m. | *** |  |
| *** | A heavy Russian cavalry trooper's sabre 1826 pattern. Wide blade, three bar hilt, ribbed hard wood grip. Signed back edge date 1834. Various marks. Steel scabbard. Length 101.5 cm | *** |  |
| *** | New Zealand Medal, reverse dated 1845 to 1847. (C Lee, Capt A Ft Gd, HMS Racehorse), impressed naming. With ornate silver ribbon brooch. Longley (RN & RM) notes that 3 officers and 24 naval ratings together with 9 NCOs and men of Royal Marines of this… | *** |  |
| *** | Group of 7 to Sapper Rasmus Neville Green, MM, 5th Field Co, New Zealand Engineers, 2 NZEF. (i) Military Medal (MM), George VI (40632 Spr R N Green, 2 NZEF, 1944). (ii) 1939-34 Star. (iii) Africa Star. (iv) Italy Star. (v) Defence Medal. (vi) War Medal… | *** |  |
| *** | Group of 6 to Flight Lieutenant George Maurice Given, DFC, RNZAF. (i) Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC), reverse dated 1944; with case. [Approximately 1,014 DFC to New Zealanders]. (ii) 1939-34 Star. (iii) Air Crew Europe Star w/c 'France and Germany'.… | *** |  |
| *** | An antique Scottish dirk, R. G. Lawrie Glasgow and Edinburgh. Dirk mounted with yellow cairngorms. Decorated with thistle pattern silver mounts. Length 48 cm | *** |  |
| *** | Group of 6 to Sergeant William James Ramsay, MM, Otago Regiment, 1NZEF. (i) Military Medal (MM), King George V (12-1777 SJT: W J Ramsay, 2/Otago R.). (ii) 1914-15 Star (12/1777 SJT W J Ramsay, NZEF). (iii) British War Medal 1914-18(12/1777 SJT W J Ramsay,… | *** |  |
| *** | A 19th century Portuguese mameluke general's sword with ornate quillons and ivory-slab grip. Engraved blade with ricasso signed Jorge & Santos. Lisbon. Gold tassel and nickel scabbard. Length 93 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A rare Victorian silver Army of India medal with dates 1799 - 1826 and clasp. Awarded to Lieut T.G.EG Kenny 3rd NI | *** |  |
| *** | A German Mauser 98K Oberndorf hunting rifle with Supra telescopic sight. No. 106136. Length 107 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A World War II Japanese Shin Gunto military Samurai sword, signed on fang, military cherry blossom gilt metal mounts. Brown painted scabbard. Length 91.5 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A cased fine quality English side by side double barrel Shotgun by P. Webley & Son, serial number 37335, mahogany stock, double triggers, and decorated with fine scrolling foliate engraving, the barrel named P. Webley & Son 78 Shaftsbury Ave, London, the… | *** |  |
| *** | New Zealand Medal, reverse dated 1860 to 1861. (G North, Captn F Top, HMS Iris) Longley records that 10 RN officers and 49 ratings, and 1 Royal Marine office and 12 NCO and men. Total of 72, received a medal with these dates. Recorded by Douglas-Morris… | *** |  |
| *** | A Czechoslovakian 21F Brno 7x57 hunting rifle with Prominar telescopic sight. Length 113 cm | *** |  |
| *** | New Zealand Medal, undated reverse (J Dinwiddie, Napier Rifle Vol.). Named in engraved large capitals. Longley confirms entitlement and 9 NCOs and men of unit received medals. Stowers records that John Dinwiddie was engaged at Omarunni in October 1866.… | *** |  |
| *** | New Zealand Medal, reverse dated 1863 to 1865. (Geo. Tucker, Stoker HMS Eclipse), impressed naming. Entitlement confirmed by Longley (RN & RM) and Douglas-Morris (NM). The ship received 13 medals with these dates to officers, 49 to naval ratings and a… | *** |  |
| *** | A Shinto Period Japanese Sword 63.8 cm blade, signed 'Echizen Ju Mutsu (No) Kami Fujiwara Nobu Sada' mounted, the tsuka with shakudo fuchi kashira of birds in flight over waves, iron tsuba with inlaid floral theme and silver applied edge, black lacquer… | *** |  |
| *** | A British regimental basket hilt broad sword engraved blade with George V Cypher and Argyle & Sutherland Highlanders. 1828 pattern. Silk tassels, plated scabbard. Length 1,000 | *** |  |
| *** | 65th Regiment Shoulder Belt plate, brass with silver embellishments. The 65th (Yorkshire North Riding Regiment) or 'The Royal Tigers' served in New Zealand 1846-1865; in Wellington and Wanganui (1846-47) and later in Taranaki and Waikato (1860-66). | *** |  |
| *** | A Benchrest Remington Douglas Premium target rifle with ornately carved walnut stock. Serial number 9496. Stamped ERFURT 1917 with Crown. | *** |  |
| *** | Pair to Private Michael Lees, 70th Foot. (i) Indian Mutiny Medal 1857-58, no claps (3303 Pte M Lees, 70th Foot). (ii) New Zealand Medal, undated reverse (3303 Pte M Lees, 70th Foot). Both medals impressed naming. With research notes. | *** |  |
| *** | An early 19th century percussion target pistol .65 cal., muzzle loading. Chequered mahogany butt with 3/4 stock, engraved lock plate with hammer safety and curled back trigger guard. Signed tete. Length 36 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A nineteenth century double-barrelled shotgun by W& C Scott & Son, circa 1880. 74.5 cm- 30'' Damascus barrels with bores. Original matching hammers. Finely engraved side plates. Straight English stock checkered at wrist and forend replacement ramrod. With… | *** |  |
| *** | New Zealand Medal, reverse dated 1845 to 1846. (R Parish, Captn F Top, HMS Osprey), with unofficial engraved ornate silver ribbon brooch. Impressed naming. Longley records 11 recipients (7 naval ratings and 4 NCOs and Royal Marines) of the medal with… | *** |  |
| *** | New Zealand Medal, reverse dated 1863 to 1864. (H Trigger, Drumr HMS Esk), impressed naming. BBM records that 120 medals with these dates were issued to the ship. Longley (RN & RM) records 121 medals to RN and RM, and records that H Trigger was the only… | *** |  |
| *** | Group of 8 to Lieutenant-Colonel Cedric Arthur Herman, ED, NZEF & NZTS. (i) 1914-15 Star (12/2901 Mjr C A Herman). (ii) British War Medal 1914-18 (12/2901 Mjr C A Herman). (iii) Victory Medal 1919 with MID emblem (12/2901 Mjr C A Herman). (iv) War Medal… | *** |  |
| *** | Group of 3 to Honorary Lieutenant Sydney Spencer George, VD, Dunedin Garrison Band. (i) Colonial Auxiliary Forces Officers' Decoration (VD), Edward VII, hallmarked SG London 1909 (Honorary Lieut Sydney Spencer George, Dunedin Garrison Band 1910).… | *** |  |
| *** | A British infantry officer’s sabre 1803 pattern. Gilt brass pierced guard, lions head pommel. Leather grip with silver wire chain wrap. Wide engraved German blade signed Runkel Solingen. Leather scabbard with gilt metal fittings. Sold by S. Brunn. London.… | *** |  |
| *** | A George III Seaman's long service flintlock pistol lock with crown cypher and 'Blake'. The stock also with rubbed crown cypher. Some age related wear to the stock, circa 1780. Length 50 cm | *** |  |
| *** | An 18th century Indian Katar with gold Koftgari decoration, classic form diamond tip blade. Elaborate floral gold Koftgari embellishment to arms and triple middle bar. Wooden scabbard. Likely Wootz steel blade, length 43 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A German hunting hanger sword, c1690, wide tapered steel blade with 'Runn wolf Solingen' monogram. Stag antler grip. Cast / gilt brass hilt and knuckle bow, length 67 cm | *** |  |
| *** | Unusual group of 5 to Leading Signalman Reginald P V Hayter, BEM, RN, New Zealand Division RN and RNZN. (i) British Empire Medal, military division, (BEM) (Ldg Sglmn Reginald P V Hayter, NZD 1193). (ii) British War Medal 1914-18 (J92105 R P V Hayter, Boy… | *** |  |
| *** | A decorated manuscript: 'The Long Long Trail', with signatures of the men returning from World War I on board H M.N.Z.T. S.S. Ayrshire with hand-drawn and hand-coloured illustrations of a globe showing the route of New Zealand troops returning home from… | *** |  |
| *** | A New Zealand made trench art lamp, chrome and wooden shell with a chrome grenade as a switch. Original glass globe shade. Height 64.5 cm, depth 25 cm | *** |  |
| *** | Pair, plus 3 masonic jewels, to Captain John Edward Barltrop, Manchester Rifle Vols. (i) Volunteer Long Service Medal, Victoria (Capt John Edward Barltrop, Manchester Rifle Vols (1903). 120 medals issued. (ii) New Zealand Long and Efficient Service Medal… | *** |  |
| *** | A large World War I trench art mirror, chip carved frame with applied '1914' and 'Gr' (Georgius Rex, the Royal cypher of King George). Height 104 cm, width 54 cm, depth 4 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A 12g Muzzle loading percussion 'Fowlers Gun', circa 1860-1880. Beautiful walnut stock with great patina and ageing. Defined checkering for both grips. The cocking and firing actions work well with light play due to its age. The shotgun has its original… | *** |  |
| *** | New Zealand Medal, reverse dated 1860 to 186. (Wm Lambell, AB HMS Cordelia), impressed naming. William Lambell was born in Devon on 3 July 1834. Joined RN as a Boy 2nd class in 1851, Ordinary Seaman 1852 and served on several ships before joining the… | *** |  |
| *** | New Zealand Medal, reverse dated 1860 to 1861. (S Jenkins, AB HMS Pelorus), impressed naming. In Longley (RN & RM) 12 officers and 74 naval ratings (total 86) of the ship received this medal; BBM states 117 medals. Jenkins was a carpenter and… | *** |  |
| *** | New Zealand Cross (NZC). REPLICA commissioned in 1982 by the New Zealand Coin and Medal Co. Ltd., of Auckland and produced by the New Zealand Mint, of Auckland. Only 67 of the projected 200 crosses were produced in sterling silver and 18ct gold. Reverse… | *** |  |
| *** | A 19th century percussion musket the lock with rampant lion emblem and large brass trigger guard. Brass fittings, ramrod and triangular socket bayonet. Sling and swivels. Length 1,400 | *** |  |
| *** | An 18th century Birkaner Chilanum dagger, of classic design. Polished recurved steel blade with turned grip and pommel. Forged knuckle bow, length 35 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A British heavy cavalry officers sword, 1769 pattern, brass hilt, knuckle guard with rounded pommel. Boat shell sprung and folding curved guards. Double quillons. Brass wire twisted grip. Hollow ground diamond section blade with steel scabbard. Excellent… | *** |  |
| *** | A late 18th century flintlock duelling pistol. Octagonal barrel 10 inch. Full stock with brass fitlings engraved: H. Nock (later addition). Length 39.5 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A Royal Guernsey Militia dress hat with matching tin hat box and uniform. | *** |  |
| *** | New Zealand Medal, reverse dated 1864 to 1866. (1010 John Hoctor, 1st Bn 12th Regt), impressed naming. BBM 158 medals to Regt. 12th (East Suffolk) Regiment was commanded by Lieutenant-Colonel Henry Meade Hamilton, CB, who purchased his command of the 1st… | *** |  |
| *** | The New Zealand medal authorised in 1869 and awarded to A. Cresswell, Taranaki MS for services during the Land Wars 1845-47 and 1860-66. | *** |  |
| *** | A 19th century whalebone & ivory swagger whalebone shaft and spermwhale tooth knob handle | *** |  |
| *** | A good Scottish dress officers pattern highland Regiment Broadsword, basket hilt, brass proved mark inset, plated blade with etched thistle pattern and double fullers. Metal scabbard with rings. Made by E. Thurkle, Soho, London c1890, length 103 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A 19th century black tin pickelhaube style hat box Hobson & Sons. Containing an engineers volunteer helmet with gilt brass badge and spike. New Zealand regular forces badge replacement. Height 36 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A 19th century ivory swagger stick of tapered form with repousse gold plated fittings. Length 54 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A early 19th century percussion cap pocket pistol .22 cal, with a broken wooden butt. Nickel engraved box lock with disappearing trigger. Used when delivering mail in colonial New Zealand between Heretaunga and Wanganui. Length 24 cm | *** |  |
| *** | An early 19th century American officer's sword, with brass hilt, knuckle guard and oval quillion. Blade engraved with pikes and flags, 'New York'. Brass scabbard. Length 90 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A large German cavalry sabre with steel stirrup hilt and ribbed wooden grip, wide blade with single fuller and falchion tip. Stamped, B.T.X 141 1834. Steel scabbard. Twin rings. Length 10.5 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A mid 19th century Turkish ottoman Bichaq, c1850, slightly curved blade. Ornate embossed silver sheath with dragon head chappe. Eared horn grip scales with studs, length 37 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A 19th century Indo-Persian Kard with original leather sheath, strong T section tapering blade with riveted ivory scale handles. Engraved nickel ferule decoration, length 36.5 cm | *** |  |
| *** | The New Zealand medal authorised in 1869 and awarded to Edward Reordan 70th East Surrey Reg. For services during the Land Wars 1845-47 and 1860-66. | *** |  |
| *** | New Zealand Medal, reverse dated 1861 to 1866. (J Westbrook) impressed naming. Bullock driver Jacob Westbrook, Imperial Commissariat Corps, was a civilian. Both Longley and Stowers confirm entitlement, the latter noting that 36 medals named to Corps known… | *** |  |
| *** | New Zealand Medal, undated reverse (Pte Wm Keith, Taranaki Mil Settlers). Recorded by Longley and Stowers, who notes that the medal was issued on 14 May 1888, and the style of naming being correct for this period. BBM 203 medals to unit. William Keith was… | *** |  |
| *** | Group of 3 to T J Surgenor, Rifleman NZEF & Constable, New Zealand Police. (i) British War Medal 1914-18 (52894 Rflm T J Surgenor, NZEF). (ii) Victory Medal 1919 (52894 Rflm T J Surgenor, NZEF). (iii) New Zealand Police Commissioner's Long Service and… | *** |  |
| *** | New Zealand Medal, reverse dated 1861 to 1866. (J Arbuckle, 2nd Waikato Regt), impressed naming with original card box of issue. Entitlement confirmed by Longley but not listed in Stowers. Barton records him as having enrolled at Sydney on 24 September… | *** |  |
| *** | New Zealand Medal, undated reverse (Wi Hoe Hoe, Native Contingent). Naming in waxed letters suggesting it is a late issue; with original card box with name written over the name of 'F Wooster, 3rd Waikato Regt. Not in Longley. In Stowers, as a private in… | *** |  |
| *** | New Zealand Medal, undated reverse (Corpl J Blake, AC). Longley records a Constable James Blake and a Corporal James George Blake on the AC roll. Both names appear in Stowers, who notes that their medals were issued in 1872 and 1873 respectively and that… | *** |  |
| *** | Pair to Colour-Sergeant Frederick Thomas Bould, Wellington & Johnsonville Rifle Vols. (i) New Zealand Volunteer Service Medal, Edward VII (No 357 Pte Frederick T Bould, Welln Guards Rifle Vols 1906). Granted 22 March 1906. (ii) New Zealand Long and… | *** |  |
| *** | A World War II Japanese officer's sword in scabbard of unremarkable and standard issue, with fittings. Faults | *** |  |
| *** | Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve Decoration (VRD). George V, GVR cypher, hallmarked SG London, 1927, with case of issue. | *** |  |
| *** | 1939-45 Campaign Stars and Medals (a selection, some with ribbons). (i) 1939-34 Star x6. (ii) Air Crew Europe Star x 2 (scarce). (iii) Africa Star w/c '8th Army' (with ribbon). (iv) Burma Star. (v) Burma Star w/c 'Pacific' (with ribbon). (vi) Italy Star x… | *** |  |
| *** | A George V 1853 pattern British cavalry trooper's sword with three bar hilt, chequered leather grip and steel scabbard. The double edged spear pointed blade by Robert Mole & Sons, Birmingham. Length 102 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A World War I gun, length 109 cm | *** |  |
| *** | Group of 6 to Allan Ulric Norman Hayes, NZEF, NZGA, RNZAF. (i) British War Medal 1914-18 (2/2637 Bdr A U N Hayes, NZEF). (ii) Victory Medal 1919 ( 2/2637 Bdr A U N Hayes, NZEF). (iii) War Medal 1939-45. (iv) New Zealand War Service Medal 1939-45. (v) New… | *** |  |
| *** | A bronze Gallipoli Anzac medal dated 1915, issued 1967 obverse features Simpson and his donkey, reverse a map of Australia New Zealand and the Southern cross | *** |  |
| *** | An Edwardian infantry officer’s sword 3/4 basket hilt. 1895 pattern. Engraved blade with cypher. Fish skin grip. Leather scabbard. Signed Riccaso Owen & Co.: Durban. Length 97 cm | *** |  |
| *** | Great War 'Tribute' Medal. In 9ct Gold in shape of a shield and engraved 'The Great War 1914-18. A Token of Honour to 8/17 W C Burdett from Roseberry Residents on his return from four and a half years active service.' And Medal 'For King and Country',… | *** |  |
| *** | A good George V naval ceremonial short sword, with engraved blade, shark skin grip, lion head pommel, and leather scabbard with brass fittings length 60 cm | *** |  |
| *** | A rare 17th century English or German hunting hanger sword, c1680, tapered steel blade, stag antler grip with cast bass hilt and crown quillon. Knuckle guard with relief of hunter with dogs and deer, length 73 cm | *** |  |