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COMMONWEALTH MILITARIA OF THE FIRST WORLD WAR AND EARLIER

#CD1015 Sharpshooter Award Presented by Sir Sam Hughes to J.A. Williamson
Original sharpshooter award presented by Lieutenant Colonel Sam Hughes (MP) and the Victoria County Rifle Association to Captain J. A. Williamson in the 1897 Shooting Competition. This is from the founding period of Canadian Army marksmanship and early days of forming a team to compete in the famous Bisley shooting competition. At this time, Sam Hughes was the Member of Parliament for Victoria County, and Captain Williamson was establishing himself as a marksman and won the competition. In years following, Williamson would continue his career serving as a Major in the CEF during the First World War and become a marksman for Canada’s Bisley team in England on two occasions. Sir Sam Hughes would become Canada's Minister of Militia and Defence from October 1911 to November 1916, and is an interesting and controversial figure in Canada’s military history. Lots of research potential on both of these well known officers. Unique opportunity to own a significant award related to the CEF and Canada’s early history in at Bisley. $1250

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#CD1076 Phenate Hexamine (PH) Hood
Original WWI Phenate Hexamine (PH) Hood used by the British and Canadian Expeditionary Forces (CEF). This example features the markings “GM” and has a C broad arrow applied. The condition is well used, the mouth piece is rotten but this is always the case. The eye lenses are fully intact but the metal components also have rust. The hood itself is fully intact with the expected soiling. This item is as-found and has never been cleaned. Background; Phenate Hexamine hood, also known as the P helmet, PH helmet and PHG helmet were early types of gas mask issued to protect troops against chlorine, phosgene and tear gases. Rather than having a separate filter for removing the toxic chemicals, they consisted of a gas-permeable hood worn over the head which was treated with chemicals. This is a very rare and fragile item for an advanced collection, and the only one we’ve ever had. $2750
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#MI27 Hybrid Rimless “Brodie” Combat Helmet
Original WWI British / Canadian Expeditionary Forces “Brodie” combat helmet. This is the hybrid “Rimless” version from when they were switching from the 1915 Pattern to the MK1 in 1916 and features the MK1 helmet liner. This is a rather hard variant to find. The helmet is in very nice lightly used condition, with complete liner and chinstrap which is much better than average. The helmet has a period applied hand-painted finish, likely done at the factory which is how many early helmets were produced. The helmet was discovered in Canada and is presumably a CEF soldiers souvenir. Great helmet. $550
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#CD1088 CEF “Gas Rattle”
Original WWI Canadian Expeditionary Forces (CEF) “Gas Rattle”. Constructed of wood and metal, and in good working condition it still makes the distinct clicking “Rattle” sound when operated.  Marked with a C broad arrow stamp, and featuring the typical Canadian style construction. Nice example. $150 *On Hold*

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#CD1087 13th Battalion Leather Sporran
Original WWI 13th Battalion (CEF) Royal Highlanders of Canada leather sporran. Excellent condition given the age, it appears untouched and never cleaned since it was last worn during the period, with all components still present. It is named inside the flap to “J. ALGAR” “13th Canadians” who is John Arthur Algar of Montreal who served with the unit overseas, after transferring from the 148th Battalion. You can access and download his entire file on the Library and Archives Canada search engine, giving lots of research potential. Great item. $165 *On Hold*

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#CD1083 13th Battalion CEF Cap Badge
Original WWI 13th Battalion (Royal Highlanders of Canada) CEF cap badge. Excellent example in lightly used condition, with genuine patina that hasn’t been cleaned. Complete with split pin fastener. $75

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#CD1075 Boer War Silver Leaves from South Africa
Original Boar War “Silver Leaves” from South Africa. The silver tree is a South African tree that is said to have “everlasting” leaves which were sometimes mounted in postcards or had messages written on them. These were previously sold by the Governor General’s estate in Ottawa in a charity auction ages ago, likely having been there since the Boer War. The leaves feature period writing that says “From South Africa January 1901“. We have had these in our personal collection for a long time and they have remained perfectly preserved, they will be shipped very carefully and include a small plastic case which we kept them in. Unique. $85

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#BS179 1894 Canadian .303 Ammunition Crate, Dominion Arsenal
This is an original Canadian .303 crate for Mk II ball ammunition, dated September 1894 by Dominion Arsenal (Quebec, Canada). This exceedingly rare crate represents the earliest stages of Canadian .303 ammunition production, and is the type that would have accompanied Canadian troops into the Boer War. Built to hold 1100 cartridges of .303 Inch S.A. Ball, it is in remarkably complete and untouched condition. The original paper labels are present and mostly intact with one carrying rope in place. This is the earliest example of a Canadian .303 ammunition crate that we are aware of in any collection. From a historical perspective, the .303 British rimmed rifle cartridge was first developed in Britain as a black-powder round and put into service in December 1888 for the Lee-Metford rifle - but in 1891 the cartridge was modified to use smokeless powder. The "Cartridge S.A. Ball .303 inch Cordite Mark II", commonly known as the Ball Cordite Mark II, was approved to Design RL9054 in July 1893 and shown in LoC Paragraph 7278 dated December 1893. It was manufactured in both Great Britain and elsewhere in the Empire and, although briefly replaced in 1897-99 by the hollow point ball rounds, once these were withdrawn the Ball Cordite Mark II was reintroduced and continued in service until replaced by the Mark VI in 1904. This incredibly early Canadian .303 ammunition crate would be nearly impossible to replace or upgrade. *Reduced* $975
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#CD1086 303 Rifle Ammunition Bandolier
Original WWI British / CEF .303 rifle ammunition bandolier. Issued and field used condition without contents. $50

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#CD1085 Canadian Army “Hold All”
Original WWI Canadian Army / CEF “Hold all” for personal items and ablutions. There is a faint makers mark and C broad arrow. Carried and field used condition, there is still a button polisher inside. The carry all has a Regimental Number and initials on that could be researched. $50

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#EC150 Royal Artillery Officer’s Peaked Cap
Original WWI Royal Artillery officers peaked cap. Impressive private purchase example manufactured in London to the highest standards by the famous Hawkes & Co Ltd. with the firms patented self fitting lining. The firm was founded in 1771 and still exists today, it is one of the oldest bespoke tailoring companies in the world. The firm is still located on Savile Row, a street known principally for its traditional bespoke tailoring for men. Inside the cap the maker maker mark is applied in gold, with additional patent information also present on the lining. The buttons holding the fine leather strap are the correct Artillery examples with crown and cannons, the artillery cap badge with motto is also original period applied and never removed, beautifully sunken in over time with the same light patina over everything that has never been cleaned. Excellent example from an officer in the branch that inflicted the majority of casualties in the First World War. $375

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#CD1070 Royal Flying Corps Pilot's Wings
Original WWI Royal Flying Corps pilots wings. Padded early example. The RFC was a small organization at the outbreak of the First World War in 1917, eventually growing to 4000 combat aircraft and 114,000 personnel in 150 squadrons by the end of the war. Consigner reports the wings came from Major Henry Daniel Lysons Royal Artillery / Royal Flying Corps who was later

Mentioned in Despatches at Dunkirk in WWII. He was a trained pilot in 1917 but crashed his aircraft in France shortly after arrival and then returned to the UK for more training. He returned to France as a rep in the Air Ministry. He then served in Iraq and India before WWII, and then Dunkirk and Greece before settling into some sort of work in Egypt. Great worn and uniform removed condition. $375

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#MP92 P1888 Ammunition Bandolier, D Sqn, Sask. Light Horse
Original Canadian issued P1888 leather ammunition bandolier for 303, marked “D SQN” of the Saskatoon Light Horse. Shown in use with the unit in period photographs. Overall, excellent lightly used condition and very nice. $375

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#EC218 Royal Navy Sam Browne Revolver Holster
Original WWI Royal Navy Sam Browne private purchase revolver holster with a built-in shoulder strap as the sole method of wear. This holster is intended for use with the variety of big-bore Webley pattern issue and private purchase revolvers used by officers. These holsters were also produced and issued well into WWII, including after the adoption of .38/200-inch & .380-inch revolvers. All components are present and functional. In moderately used condition with visible scratches but overall great shape. $200

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#EC213 Oliver Belt with Snake Buckle
Original WWI Canadian / Commonwealth Oliver pattern leather belt with snake buckle. Worn condition, leather still relatively supple and would work on a mannequin or part of webbing display / field gear display. $100

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#EC81 Sam Browne
Original WWI Canadian / Commonwealth Sam Browne set that is complete and in good condition. Manufactured by a Toronto firm and likely made available for private purchase for officers of the CEF but also used into WWII. Background; The Sam Browne is a leather belt with a supporting strap that passes over the right shoulder, worn by military and police officers. It is named after Sir Samuel J. Browne (1824–1901), the British Indian Army general who invented it. $100

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#EC174 Revolver Ammunition Pouch, Officers
Original WWI British / Commonwealth revolver ammunition pouch, officers version. Brown leather in used condition. Leather is still supple and the pouch is still functional. $40

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#CD1062 Canadian Pattern 1916 Large Pack
Original WWI Canadian Pattern 1916 large pack. The interior of the flap features a nice large C broad arrow, faint makers information, and some kind of unit marking. The leather straps are mostly intact, there is just one break in one of the shoulder straps shown in the photo, it could likely be easily fixed for a mannequin display. The pack is untouched / never cleaned. Scarce pack. $150
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#CD1054 Officer's Field Fork & Knife Set
Original WWI officer's field fork & knife set. The fork and knife are protected in a wooden sleeve. This set has seen considerable use and one of the wood handles is a bit loose, but overall, it is in good condition. The knife's blade is maker marked, and the set still slides together. Interesting set of utensils from the trenches. $95
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#BS67 1913 Cork Screw
Original WWI British issue cork screw. Maker marked and dated 1913 with broad arrow applied. Excellent condition, an interesting accessory to go with your WWI rations or liquor cans. Uncommon. $85
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#CD1021 Khaki Comedy
Original WWI publication "Khaki Comedy" by Sergeant-Major Edward D. Rose published by The Howell Publishing Co. in 1918.  Publication contains military jokes and skits to boost the moral of soldiers at the front. $50
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#BG10 Canadian 198 Overseas Battalion "The Buffs" Cap Badge
Original WWI Canadian 198 Overseas Battalion "The Buffs" cap badge.  Nice uncleaned example with original lugs. Maker marked on the reverse in very fine lettering "F.W. ELLIS & CO". $75
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#CD1049 Combat Carried Trench Map from the Vardar Offensive
Original WWI combat carried 1:20,000 scale trench map from the Vardar Offensive of the Balkans Campaign at Pobreg, South West of Lake Doiran, on the Stojakovo Serbia-Greece border with trenches overprinted according to aerial reconnaissance on 3-5-18. Confidential edition issued for combat operations on 17-5-18 with enemy trenches, positions, terrain features, towns and borders.  Combat carried condition, well used and folded in the field wear some wear and soiling / staining. The only combat trench map from this region we've ever encountered. $210
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#CD1077 1:100,000 Scale Topographic Map - Valenciennes, Belgium (sheet 17)
Original WWI British 1:100,000 scale topographic map displaying the Valenciennes region of Northern France and Western Belgium. Map is marked “21st Battery” in pencil. Valenciennes was occupied by German forces until 1918, when they were dislodged by Canadian troops during the Battle of Valenciennes as part of the 100 Days Campaign, commemorated today by the Bourlon Wood Canadian Memorial. This map is number 17 of a 23 map series used by the British Expeditionary Force to provide planners with a geographic overview of various sectors within their area of operations to assist with operational planning and logistics over a large area. Originally produced as early as 1909, these maps were an integral tool for BEF military commanders and would be an excellent addition to any First World War collector. $18

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#CD1078 1:100,000 Scale Topographic Map - Amiens, France (sheet 17) 2nd Edition
Original WWI British 1:100,000 scale topographic map displaying the Amiens region of Northern France. Amiens was a vital logistics hub for the BEF during the Great War, and was the focal point of several battles during the war, including the German 1918 Spring Offensive and the Battle of Amiens that marked the beginning of the Allied 100 Days Campaign. This map is number 17 of a 23 map series used by the British Expeditionary Force to provide planners with a geographic overview of various sectors within their area of operations to assist with operational planning and logistics over a large area. Originally produced as early as 1909, these maps were an integral tool for BEF military commanders and would be an excellent addition to any First World War collector. $18

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#CD1079 1:100,000 Scale Topographic Map - Amiens, France (sheet 17)
Original WWI British 1:100,000 scale topographic map displaying the Amiens region of Northern France. Amiens was a vital logistics hub for the BEF during the Great War, and was the focal point of several battles during the war, including the German 1918 Spring Offensive and the Battle of Amiens that marked the beginning of the Allied 100 Days Campaign. This map is number 17 of a 23 map series used by the British Expeditionary Force to provide planners with a geographic overview of various sectors within their area of operations to assist with operational planning and logistics over a large area. Originally produced as early as 1909, these maps were an integral tool for BEF military commanders and would be an excellent addition to any First World War collector. $18

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#CD1080 1:100,000 Scale Topographic Map - Lens, France (sheet 11) 2nd Edition
Original WWI British 1:100,000 scale topographic map displaying the Lens region of Northern France. Occupied by German forces for much of the war, Lens was a formidable obstacle for the BEF, as the ruined city provided the German garrison with ample protection from Allied attack. Lens was an integral location during the Battle of Hill 70, Canada’s first set piece battle following Vimy Ridge. This map is number 11 of a 23 map series used by the British Expeditionary Force to provide planners with a geographic overview of various sectors within their area of operations to assist with operational planning and logistics over a large area. Originally produced as early as 1909, these maps were an integral tool for BEF military commanders and would be an excellent addition to any First World War collector. $18

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#CD1081 1:100,000 Scale Topographic Map - Hazebrouck, Belgium (sheet 5a)
Original WWI British 1:100,000 scale topographic map displaying the Hazebrouck region of Belgium. Hazebrouck was an important railhead for the BEF during the Great War, acting as a midpoint between Ypres and the Battlefields of Northern France. This map is number 5 of a 23 map series used by the British Expeditionary Force to provide planners with a geographic overview of various sectors within their area of operations to assist with operational planning and logistics over a large area. Originally produced as early as 1909, these maps were an integral tool for BEF military commanders and would be an excellent addition to any First World War collector. $18

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#CD1043 Boer War Postcard from the Siege of Ladysmith
Original Boer War era postcard featuring a soldier commemorating The Battle of Paardeberg and The 120 Days Siege of Ladysmith, these were defining battles during the conflict and when the Boer's began to loose the initiative in the war. Nice example from this period that has been filled out and mailed home. $18
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#CD1044 Western Contingent Arrives at Valcartier Postcard
Original WWI postcard showing the arrival of the Western Contingent of the Canadian Expeditionary Force (CEF) at Valcartier. Unused example taken home as a souvenir. $18
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#CD1038 Britons All Silk Postcard
Original WWI "Britons All" silk postcard. These cars were "Sweetheart" items the soldiers would send home to their girlfriends or wives. This is a really nice example for your WWI collection that has been filled out and mailed home. $18
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#CD1039 Happy Birthday Silk Postcard
Original WWI "Happy Birthday" silk postcard. These cars were "Sweetheart" items the soldiers would send home to their girlfriends or wives. This is a really nice example for your WWI collection that has been filled out and mailed home. $18
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#CD1005 Christmas Greetings Silk Postcard for a Sweetheart from France
Original WWI "Christmas Greetings" silk postcard. These were "Sweetheart" items the soldiers would send home to their girlfriends or wives. This is a really nice example for your WWI collection, although undated it could be from around the time of the famous Christmas Truce. $18
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#CD1004 1917 Silk Postcard for a Sweetheart from France
Original WWI early silk postcard from 1917 with French, English, and American flags. These were "Sweetheart" items the soldiers would send home to their girlfriends or wives. $18

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1914 CEF "Mills" M1911 Pistol Rig
Original WWI Canadian 1914 CEF "Mills" pistol rig for the 1911 Government Model / M1911. Issued with the 1911 "Canadian Contract" pistols to officers of the CEF, used throughout the war and sometimes passed down to officers for additional service in WWII. Excellent set, complete with the original matching pistol belt and magazine pouch. Components are all "Mills" marked with standard nomenclature and C broad arrow stamps applied inside the holster flap, reverse of the magazine pouch, and faintly to the interior of the belt. The belt is named to "T.R. Jones." and a Major Thomas Roy Jones enlisted with the CEF in early 1915, this is the most likely original owner based on a search with Archives Canada, we haven't researched it past that. Excellent set, sometimes you can find the holsters on the loose but they are seldom complete with belt and magazine pouch making this set very rare. *Sold*

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MK1 Brodie Helmet
Original WWI Canadian / British MK1 Brodie helmet. Unissued condition and possibly never even worn. There is a faint name written in pencil on the chinstrap indicating who it may have belonged to, we have not made any attempt to research it. WWI Brodie helmets are often in poor condition, this is the best condition example we've handled so far. Still even has the original tag with instructions. *Sold*
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Private Gerald Skinner, 78th Battalion, killed in action at Vimy Ridge
Original WWI Canadian grouping of Private Gerald Skinner of the 78th Battalion who was killed in action during the famous Battle of Vimy Ridge on 9 April 1917. This important grouping includes; the identification disc with original leather lanyard Private Skinner wore in battle, named 120mm bronze memorial plaque that is sometimes referred to as the "Dead Man's Penny" commemorating those who died in the war, Canadian Expeditionary Force death certificate, commemorative scroll, and very fragile British military cemetery scroll with the Private Skinner's particulars. Also included with the lot is a genuine period 78th Battalion cap badge with nice patina and damaged lugs, but ideal for a framed display with Private Skinner's items. This group can be researched in much more detail by the next owner. Excellent grouping to a Canadian soldier who paid the ultimate price at the famous Battle of Vimy Ridge "Let those who come after to see it, that his name be not forgotten". *Sold*

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Trench Map of Beaumont Hamel
Original WWI trench map of Beaumont Hamel, where the Newfoundland regiment was almost entirely wiped out. The map came out of an old collection, it has been folded and likely carried in combat. This is a true trench map with friendly and enemy trench positions marked and used for actual operations. *Sold*
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CEF Medical Officer's Cap 
Original WWI Canadian Expeditionary Force (CEF) Medical Officer's cap worn by Dr. James F. Weir.  Untouched and complete in genuine worn condition with only a couple tiny moth nips under the fine leather chinstrap. Very nice original cap with great provenance and more research potential. *Sold*
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No. 2 Construction Battalion Shoulder Title
Original WWI Canadian No.2 Construction Battalion, Canadian Expeditionary Force (CEF) shoulder title. Multi-piece construction with solid original lugs. Background: No.2 Construction Battalion was raised in Nova Scotia and was one of two predominantly black battalions in Canadian military history, and the only Canadian battalion composed of black soldiers to serve in the First World War. The unit departed from Halifax, Nova Scotia, on board the SS Southland on March 28, 1917 and arrived at Liverpool, England, ten days later. Lacking the numbers to make up a battalion, the unit was reorganized as No. 2 Construction Company in May 1917, and attached to the Canadian Forestry Corps. By the fall of 1917, the unit was operating in the Jura Mountains of France, headquartered at La Joux. It was employed primarily in the production of timber for use by the Allied armies and repairing roads. The men of No. 2 Construction Battalion returned to Canada in early 1919 and the unit officially disbanded on September 15 of the same year. One of a kind, we are not aware of any other example and not even the Canadian War Museum has one of these. Aside from No. 2 Construction Battalion cap badges, other militaria from this outfit is basically non-existent. *Sold*

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CEF 11th Machine Gun Company Brodie Helmet
Original WWI Canadian Expeditionary Forces 11th Machine Gun Company “Brodie” helmet. Overall nice worn condition, with liner and chinstrap fully intact. Textured camouflage paint with a gritty surface. The painted flash shows lots of age, there are little chips and scratches and paint has developed a deep patina with some spots showing signs of cracking and bubbling. The patina across the painted area is consistent with the remainder of the helmet. Rare and desirable CEF helmet from an old collection we were able to purchase several great pieces from (More information available to the buyer). *Sold*

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Eaton’s Machine Gun Battery Cap Badge
Original WWI Canadian Expeditionary Forces (CEF) Eaton’s Machine Gun Battery cap badge. Canadian made example with hard to find sheet brass lugs. A correct brass pin will be included complimentary. Excellent very lightly worn condition, with nice uncleaned patina. *Sold*

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#CD1001 1834-1934 Canadian Centennial Reunion Pin with Reunion Invitations 
Original 1834-1934 Canadian Corps reunion pin for the centennial in Toronto.  Also features the dates 1914-1934 as this reunion was put together by the association and would have been primarily WWI veterans. Included with the lot are other various invitations to 156th battalion re-unions for WWI veterans. Interesting lot found at an antique barn and never in a collection before. *Sold*
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British Army P08 Web Equipment Set
Original WWI British Army P08 web equipment set in excellent condition.  This complete set consists of waist belt, cross straps, ammunition pouches (left and right), small pack, entrenching tool carrier, entrenching tool, blue enamel water bottle with carrier and wool cover, excellent bayonet and scabbard for the Mark II Lee Enfield (Never sharpened or messed with), bayonet frog, and very rare bayonet frog attachment for the entrenching tool handle.  The components are all in excellent condition, with maker marks, broad arrows, and dates from 1917-1918. This is a superb set ready to be placed on a mannequin or part of a field gear display. *Sold*

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Small Box Respirator / Gas Mask with Haversack
Original WWI British / CEF Small Box Respirator gas mask set with all components and haversack. There is a number “3” stencilled on the flap, and a regimental number written on the main panel of that haversack that could be researched. This is an untouched set we obtained from a very advanced CEF collection. *Sold*

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D Shaped Mess Tin and Carrier
Original WWI British / CEF D shaped mess tin and canvas carrier. The mess tin is a standard example in field used condition with all three components. The canvas carrier is also in lightly used condition without any damage. This set was purchased together as-is from a very advanced CEF collection. *Sold*

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Secret XIII. Corps Barrage Map 1918 Landrecies and Sambre-Oise Canal
Original WWI British 1918 XIII. Corps barrage map showing some famous battle sites including where the 25th Division crossed the Sambre-Oise Canal to capture Landrecies. This map shows the creeping barrage strategy. This is a genuine map used during combat operations. The map has been folded and well used, with some notes and markings period applied in pencil. *Sold*
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Broad Arrow Stamp
Original WWI British broad arrow stamp.  This little stamp is constructed from wood with the stamp itself made of brass to apply the ink.  It is nicely maker marked J.U. HALLAM, MANCHESTER and dated 1916, it also has a small broad arrow stamp on it. *Sold*
 
Private Purchase M1911 Leather Holster
Original WWI era private purchase M1911 / Government Model 1911 holster with integral spare magazine pouch in leather.  This style holster is attributed to having been sold by London Armoury during WWI to Canadian and British soldiers privately purchase side arms prior to debarking for France.  The makers information for "HARRISON Ltd" is embossed on the belt loop, including their store address "68 Piccadilly" which is still standing under new ownership in London. This would be correct for a Canadian contract, British contract, or other Government Model 1911 from the WWI era. Superlative example, the best we have encountered of this variation showing just light use and perfectly preserved. *Sold*
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Chloroform Drop Bottle
Original British issue chloroform drop bottle for medics and surgeons, likely WWI but it could be as early as the Boer War period. Nicely marked on the top of the container with broad arrow. Bottle has no contents, it is empty. Excellent condition and very tough to find. *Sold*
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Canadian Army Wool Blanket
Original WWI Canadian issue wool blanket in mint condition. Constructed of grey wool with appealing red and black stripes and chain stitched C broad arrow. Impossible to upgrade, we have never seen another in this condition. *Sold*

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Canadian Ross Rifle or Lee Enfield Leather Sling
Original WWI Canadian / CEF Ross Rifle or Enfield sling. Still complete with the original leather string. Perfect to complete a nice Ross Rifle or Lee Enfield.  Appears to be unit marked as well.  Excellent condition, would be nearly impossible to find better. Scarce. *Sold*
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Stretcher Bearer Arm Band
Original WWI Canadian Stretcher Bearer armband.  The armband has been painted or blanco'd white with ‘SB’ (Stretcher Bearer) stencilled in red over the white paint. This example shows use and lots of patina. *Sold*
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Canadian ID Bracelet - Sgt Mackie Barr Muirhead
Original WWI Canadian ID bracelet named to Sgt Mackie Barr Muirhead, No. 132143, 4 Bn C.M.G. Sgt Muirhead was from Renfrew, Ontario and attested on 31 August 1915 with the 73rd Battalion, Royal Highlanders of Canada, C.E.F. The 73rd Battalion was awarded the following battle honours, perpetuated by The Black Watch (Royal Highland Regiment) of Canada: SOMME 1916, Ancre Heights, ANCRE 1916, ARRAS 1917, VIMY 1917, FRANCE and FLANDERS 1916-1917.  Sgt Muirhead was killed in action 29 April 1918, he was likely wearing this bracelet at the time of his death. Sgt Muirhead's Library and Archives Canada file is located here: https://central.bac-lac.gc.ca/.item/?op=pdf&app=CEF&id=B6464-S001 *Sold*
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Boer War "EMERGENCY RATION" with Contents
Original Boer War Canadian / Commonwealth "EMERGENCY RATION" with contents. This ration is 100+ years old, we don't know what horrors are sealed inside but likely some kind of meat. Perfect to complete a Boer War or ration display, this example is as nice as they come with most of the original paper label intact with expected fading. *Sold*

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Trench Poncho
Original WWII British / CEF trench cape / rain poncho. Nicely marked with I.F. & Sons Ltd 1918 stamp, War Department stamp, and British broad arrow stamps. This is a field used and worn example. The material is still supple and can easily be folded, and displayed in wear or rolled up on a mannequin display, however, the olive green outer surface is fragile and will shed fine bits with excessive handling so you need to treat this artifact with respect. This example surfaced from a Canadian dealer and is presumably came from a CEF soldier. Very rare iconic item, seldom seen in collections and only in select museums such as the Imperial War Museum. *Sold*

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Black Watch (Royal Highlanders) of Canada Militia Uniform
Original inter-war Black Watch (Royal Highlanders) of Canada militia uniform. Group consists of; Pattern 1903 Other Ranks’ Universal Service Dress jacket in drab wool featuring sewn in shoulder straps, two-hook stand collar, “Lancer” cuffs, internal skirt pockets with straight flaps and no buttons, front opening consisting of seven Canadian General Service pattern buttons. Jackets with these features entered production in late 1914 and remained in service after First World War. The jacket has been period modified to “Highland Pattern” by opening the front skirt allowing the sporran to be visible and accessible. For additional information, you can consult Table 2-3 on page 75 of “Drab Serge and Khaki Drill: The foreign Service and Combat Dress Jackets of the Canadian Army” written by Grant Tyler and published by Parks Canada. Grant Tyler to refers to this pattern as 1903-c in his table. The original period applied rank badging on the wearers right sleeve consists of three chevrons worn point down with a crown on top, representing a Company Sergeant-Major. The jacket was previously worn with the ranks of Sergeant and Corporal prior to promotion when the additional chevron and crown were added. Collar devices feature the Cross of Saint Andrew that are well sunk in and clearly original, with evidence of earlier style collar badges being worn previously. The kilt is correct blue and green based “Black Watch” tartan which has routes in the medieval times and was further developed in the 18th century by Scotland’s “Watch” Companies in the years following the Jackobite rebellion. The kilt has a very large period safety pin that is often observed in period photographs of Highlanders. There is a kilt apron that fits perfectly and was worn to protect the kilt from getting dirty and damaged, while also making the kilt less conspicuous. Horsehair sporran which also features the cross of Saint Andrew. Ankle boots complete with laces, and we believe these are NCO / Officer grade private purchase, they feature what we suspect is an old museum inventory number. Diced hose, with red flashes, and spats. A very rare opportunity to own a complete Black Watch (Royal Highlanders) of Canada militia uniform. Additional information regarding the history of this special uniform will be provided to the buyer. *Sold*

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WARNER OBJ. SIGHTING SYSTEM - Special Regard to the Ross Rifle
Original WWI ere Warner objective sighting system book with special regard to the Ross Canadian Military Service Rifle. Includes information on the Warner sight and the Canadian sight, with illustrations. Rare and important publication in near mint condition. Bound with a suede cover. Number 9, presented to Mr. C.B. and published in 1915. As far as we know there is no other known surviving example of this particular publication. *Sold*

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