BRITISH MILITARY ANTIQUES PRICE GUIDE

BRITISH HOMEFRONT AND OTHER MILITARY ANTIQUES

The british nation has played a key role in the history of warfare for many years. Through the vast expansion of its empire to the bleak days of WWII and the Battle of brittain, the homefront was essential to provide support to the troops fighting to expand or defend the nation.

Organizations such as the Civil Defense and Relief Society were critical in performing duties such as fire fighting, reconstruction, collection and distribution of supplies, caring for wounded soldiers and many more activities.

Many of the items that were used during the war have now become military collectibles. People from around the globe are interested in learning more about them and purchasing them to enhance their own collections. the challenge now becomes in figuring out what the items are and what they are worth.

This page provides a comprehensive look at the medals, awards and other items employed by both, military and homefront, during the war periods (WWI, WWII through the present). The goal is to help the user identify items and determine their value via the use of our price guide.

BRITISH INSIGNIA
WWII BRITISH PRINCE OF WALE'S REGIMENT BERET BADGE - Of metal construction. The badge is on the shape of a glider. Two loops are attached to the back to allow attaching to the beret.	WWII BRITISH NAVY PETTY OFFICER BADGE - The design consists of a crown over a circle. An anchor with a chain are placed at the center of teh circle. Two loops are attached to the back of the badge.	WWII BRITISH BUCKINGHAMSHIRE BATALLION BERET BADGE - The design consists of a Maltese cross with a crown above the top arm. A circle is placed at the center and displays an eagle inside it.	WWII BRITISH WAR DONATION RECOGNITION PIN - Given to individuals for donating money to the war effort. The pin consists of a metal shield with a standing liom in the center.
WWI BRITISH WAR MEDAL - With a multi color ribbon attached to a suspension bar. The medal shows a man riding a horse on one side and the head of a man on the other.	WWI BRITISH ARMY MEDAL RIBBONS - Complete with the issue carton. The ribbons include the 1914-1915 Star, General Service and the WWI Victory medal.	WWII ROYAL MILITARY COLLEGE OF CANADA BERET BADGE - Of oval shape made from metal. The design consists of the cutout of an Arm holding three leaves. The background is felt green.	WWII BRITISH CANADIAN COMMONWEALTH BERET BADGE - The badge reads "Canadian legion British empire service league". Of metal construction with a maple leaf at the center. british colors displayed as background.
WWII BRITISH ROYAL AIR FORCE (RAF) BERET BADGE - Of metal construction. Brass color. The design consists of a wreath with the letters RAF placed in the center. The back has two loops where a pin goes through.	WWII AMERICAN IN THE SERVICE OF THE BRITISH PATCH - This was the patch that was issued to American volunteer pilots who served with the RAF before the US entered the war.	BRITISH ROYAL HORSE ARTILLERY BERET BADGE - This is the beret badge used on the service beret. Of metal construction.	BRITISH ROYAL ENGINEERS BERET BADGE - Of metal construction. Attaches to the service beret. Wide vertical pin in back.

BRITISH SHERBROOKE REGIMENT BERET BADGE - Circle with crown on top and a horse in the center. Wide pin attached to back. Metal construction.	BRITISH ARMY BERET BADGE - Starburst pattern design. Metal construction. Cutter pin attaches it to the service beret.	BRITISH 1939 - 45 INDIA MEDAL - Complete with the ribbon. One side reads "Imp Georgivs Vid G BR Omnirex Et India"

BRITISH FIELD GEAR
WWII BRITISH CIVIL DEFENSE ARMBAND - Of cotton construction. Yellow color with a blue and red crown found at the center. The words "Civil Defence Corps Walden" are embroidered with bluw thread.	WWII BRITISH COMPASS POUCH - Heavy duty canvis construction in a pre-shape format. A single flap is closed via the use of a brass snap. A brass hook is sewn to the back of the pouch.	WWII BRITISH ARMY INVASION BACKPACK - This is a standard issue backpack that has been weather-proofed. The only are that remains without protection is the actual back section.	WWII BRITISH ARMY GAS MASK POUCH - Light green color construction. Complete with a Khaki shoulder strap. A metal support and buckle are applied to the front.
1952 BRITISH ARMY METAL FIELD CUP - Standard personal equipment issued to British troops during the Korean war. Of metal construction. The bottom is dated 1952. Broad arrow stamped.	WWII BRITISH COMMONWEALTH WOODEN AMMO BOX - All wooden construction. Used by Canadian forces to carry ammunition for small arms. The front and side of the box are stamped.	WWII BRITISH ARMY CANVIS HOLSTER - All khaki color with three separate overlaping sections of canvis which are held together by the use of a canvis strap with a metal tip.	WWII BRITISH ARMY SMALL MACHINE GUN PARTS PACK - Of heavy duty canvis construction. Multiple canvis straps are provided and are capped with a brass flat piece. The inside of the pack has multiple compartments.
WWII BRITISH ARMY WHISTLE - usually distributed to military police. The body is chromed. A chain is attached to one end so it can be carried in the uniform. made in England.	1960's BRITISH ARMY CANTEEN COVER - Of canvis construction. Two flaps snap together to hold the canteen in place. The inside of one of the flaps is broad-arrow marked in black ink.	WWII BRITISH MADE US ARMY MEAT CAN COVER - Of canvis construction. A single flap snaps together to hold the mess kit in place. The inside is marked "US British Made".	WWII BRITISH ARMY GAS MASK - Gas mask and canvis carrier. Complete with the filter and cleaning rag. The body of the mask is made of black rubber. It has two clear lenses. The filter screws to the front.
WWII BRITISH ARMY LOAD BEARING GEAR - Of canvis construction. Composed of two ammo pouches and a canteen all attached to a belt and suspenders. Khaki color.	WWII BRITISH ARMY MACHINE GUN PARTS BAG - Khaki canvis construction. Double buckle main closure. Shoulder strap.	WWII BRITISH ARMY BACKPACK - Of canvis construction. Khaki color. This is the small verion of the pack. GBrass fittings. one flap covers the contents and is secured using two straps.

BRITISH MILITARY UNIFORMS
1949 BRITISH ARMY WOOL FIELD PANTS - This set of pants have the same basic design to those used during WWII. Of green wool construction. The pants have side pockets with closure flaps.	WWII BRITISH ARMY WOOL FIELD PANTS - Of green wool construction. Light brown plastic buttons are used in the fly area. The name of the soldier has been applied using black ink.	WWII BRITISH ARMY WOOL SWEAtER - The sweater provided basic protection against the cold. The design is interesting in that the neck area has a string that closes it tightly.	WWII BRITISH ARMY IKE JACKET - Of light green wool construction. Two front pockets and epileps in the shoulder area. The name of the soldier has been written in the neck area.

WWII CANADIAN AIR FORCE JACKET - Of blue wool construction. Ribbon bars above pocket. Patches on the sleeves.

BRITISH EDGE WEAPONS
WWII BRITISH ARMY 1907 BAYONET - With a wooden handle and metal pommel. The main body of the scabbard is made of leather and has metal tip and throat. Multiple markings placed at both sides of the blade.	WWII BRITISH ARMY 1907 BAYONET - Multiple markings are placed on both sides of the base of the blade. Strength markings are found there. The crown symbol is also stamped. Complete with the scabbard.

BRITISH HEADGEAR
WWII BRITISH ARMY HELMET - Complete with the leather liner. Entire structure is held by a single bolt at the crown point. A shoelace runs through the perimeter to provide proper tension. Nicely marked.	WWII BRITISH ARMY WOOL HAT - Dated 1941. The hat is made of wool and has a section that can be folded down to protect the ears. Two buttons are placed on one side to secure the flap closed.	WWII BRITISH ARMY WOOL BERET - Green color with a quilted inside. A clear plastic diamond shape has been sewn to the top. This is where the manufacturer's tag was placed.	WWII BRITISH WINTER HAT - Of cotton construction with ties provided at the bottom to secure the cover to the head of the soldier. The device protectsthe soldier from cold weather.
1970's BRITISH ARMY DRESS HAT - Of green wool construction. The visor is enforced with a layer of cardboard to give it stiffness. The front has a gold color metal emblem with a crown with burgandy background.	1960's BRITISH NAVY HAT - White main body with a rubberized texture. A tally with the name of the ship is placed at mid-body. The SS Oriana is written in gold letters. A cloth chin strap is attached to the side.	1960's BRITISH HELMET WITH NET - This helmet design is very similar to the WWII helmet. Green color body. Complete with a net.	WWII BRITISH HELMET WITH NET - Green color body and first aid bandage attached to the front.

WWII BRITISH TROPICAL FLIGHT HELMET - This helmet was issued to pilots of the RAF. Of cloth construction with a series of holes for ventilation. A leather chin strap is part of the equipment found.	WWII BRITISH CIVIL DEFENSE HELMET - This is a WWII Civil Defense helmet. The front has a number four attached. Just below are the letters "OC" in white paint.

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