Garth Thompson

I recently aquired a South Africa Medal to 3283 Pte. L. Hutchinson 74th (Highland) Regiment. It is all properly named and the man is on the rolls. My question concerns the brooch on which DUNO STATION is engraved. The question being what and where is Duno Station and how might it relate to the 74ths service in Africa? Thank you for any replies, Garth

This badge was found in an old tin box at a local estate sale. There was no other military or Chinese items. Obviously Nationalist Chinese but other than that I don't have a clue. Any help appreciated, Garth

Thank you all for taking the time to reply to my post. Garth

Thanks mate, Garth

While I'm certainly not an "expert" on TR head gear I did collect for quite awhile. I'm put off by this cap for three observations: 1) The sweatband is that grey material generally associated with post WW2 West German caps 2) There is no shield in the crown of the cap, nor any trace of one except for the stitching marks which may mean the whole shield was removed to conceal an incorrect manufacturing mark or wrong materials for the TR period. 3) The white piping appears "fuzzy" in the picture. This would be incorrect for a period cap. Hope this helps a bit, Garth

I would appreciate any help the members can give me in ID'ing these badges, TIA, Garth

Nobody has any comment??

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Close up obverse

I recently aquired this RAOB cased medal. I wouldn't normally pick up Masonic items but the IRAQ banner intrigued me. Can any member give me any information on this piece; time frame, etc or the individual H.H.SALES whose name is on the reverse. The case lid has the name of CASMORE & CO. Birmingham. Thanks, Garth

Andre, Thank you for the message. Another ID I got from a different forum tentatively ID'd the badge as French Air Force Escadrille F554. Garth

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Does anyone recognize this badge as a French unit insignia? It is roughly the size of a US DI about 1 1/4" in diameter smaller than a beret badge. Thanks for any help. Garth

Paul, Thanks for your reply but I don't have the piece in hand or available at this time. Could you give me a rough estimate or range. Thanks again, Garth

Carl, While wood was used in several WW2 aircraft I would think not in a jet due to the stresses, tempratures and operating altitudes. However I'm pretty sure the factory would have used a carpenter to make assembly jigs and the like since both the aircraft were prototypes and most likely hand built. Garth

I have the opportunity to pick up a 2nd Empire LoH breast star. It appears to be an original period piece made by a French medallist and in VG condition. I'm wondering what would be a fair price to pay? Thanks, Garth

This is a Gloster E.28/39 also known as the Gloster Whittle, Pioneer or G.40. Wikipedia link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gloster_E.28/39 Garth

Anyone know exactly what the this Royal Armoured Corps Centre 1948 sign is for? Thanks in advance, Garth

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Do any of the members know what this bullion victorian badge is. It is the right size for an arm rank badge, roughly 3" x 3 1/2" with high quality embroidery on a dark green wool backing. Any thoughts welcome. Garth

Darrell, Interesting you should comment on e-medals recent listings. I had always thought even though they were expensive the medals were very nice examples. I thought it was just my imagination the quality had gone down hill recently. Garth

Kostas, Sorry for the abbreviations TR = Third Reich, RK = Ritter Kreuz or Knights Cross of the Iron Cross, WAF = Wehrmacht Awards Forum. The emedals site does have some rare pieces but I personally think the prices are way out of line. I do check from time to time. Garth

None of his MoHs were original and most of his other US medals were at least reribboned poorly if not copies or current strikes. Everything I've ever lookied at on the site are grossly overpriced. He does have a couple of TR RKs that have recieved a positive blessing from the WAF experts. Garth

Yes sir it is. I traded into it for a TR helmet. Garth

Here is the reverse with the single bar suspension. Sorry about the poor scans. I was in a hurry. Garth