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Events and Personalities
A selection of different items commemorating historical events and personalities. Although mostly British, there are some international pieces too. Items date from the late Victorian times to the 1970's.
25 product(s) found for "Events and Personalities"
Admirals of WW1 Postcards
Rare, unused 1914-1918 WW1 British Admirals Postcard Set (3 gloss monochrome real photos). Features Jellicoe, May, & Fisher. Very good condition; album-kept. 2 by Valentine & Sons Ltd. Essential for naval/military historians and WW1 enthusiasts alike.
£12.00
Commanders of WW1 Postcards
Own this unique set of three original, unused real photograph postcards featuring key British leaders from the Great War: Field Marshal Earl Roberts VC, Admiral Sir John Jellicoe, and Field Marshal Sir John French. All cards are matt-finish monochrome and were produced by Photochrom Co. Ltd. They are...
£12.00
Commanders of WW1 Postcards
Rare, unused 1914-1918 WW1 Allied Commanders Postcard Set (5 gloss monochrome real photos). Features Kitchener, Joffre, Von Rennenkampf, Smith Dorrien, & Grand Duke Nicholas . Very good condition; album-kept. Perfect for military historians and WW1 enthusiasts. A tangible piece of history!
£20.00
Surrender of the German Flee..
Rare, complete 1918 set of six original real photographic postcards by Valentine & Sons. They capture the historically significant surrender of the German High Seas Fleet and U-boats, a defining act ending WW1 naval hostilities. In very good, unused condition.
£25.00
The King, Queen and Coronati..
Own a piece of history! This hardback book on King George VI and the 1937 Coronation is a rare find. Featuring a maroon cover with gold gilding, it contains 104 pages of photos and details about the Royal Family. Its aged, intact condition adds to its vintage charm.
£7.50
Cadbury QE2 Coronation Tin
Own a piece of history! This palm-sized Cadbury's Dairy Milk tin commemorates Queen Elizabeth II's 1953 Coronation. The lid features her portrait and home nations' symbols. Despite wear and rust, the hinge works perfectly. A charming, tangible link to a bygone era.
£7.00
Official World Cup 4-Way Scope
Relive the glory and excitement of England's greatest football victory! This isn't just a toy; it's a direct connection to the roar of the crowd at Wembley Stadium in 1966. This Official World Cup 1966 4-way scope or periscope is a time capsule, a piece of plastic history that let fans peer over the...
£50.00
Festival of Britain shot glass
The 1951 Festival of Britain aimed to uplift a post-WWII nation. As a celebration of British culture and industry, it produced various souvenirs, including shot glasses. These clear, moulded glasses feature the iconic red, white, and blue Abram Games logo (Britannia's head with a compass rose) and a...
£15.00
Festival of Britain Crown
Discover the charm of the Festival of Britain Coin , a delightful tribute to a pivotal moment in British history! Just six years post-World War II, the Festival of Britain emerged as a vibrant 'tonic for the nation', lifting spirits during a time of austerity and change. From May 3 to September 30, 1951,...
£25.00
Coronation Route Puzzle
Own a piece of history! This 1937 Coronation Route Puzzle by R. Journet & Co. is a rare find. Guide a ball bearing along the coronation procession route of King George VI. The set includes a rare, sepia-coloured photo of the King. A captivating collectible in great condition.
£40.00
Queen Elizabeth II Coronatio..
Who could have imagined that when this item was produced the newly crowned Queen Elizabeth II would become the longest reigning British monarch 70 years later. As with all royal events, memorabilia in all shapes and sizes and from all types of material were created. In this case a pressed glass plate,...
£15.00
Relief of Mafeking/ Baden Po..
The last colonial war of Queen Victoria's long reign, the Second Boer War (11 October 1899 - 31 May 1902) took place in the heat of South Africa. The town of Mafeking, under the command of Baden-Powell was besiged almost from the start in October 1899 until relieved in May 1900. The seige was lifted...
£40.00