Lot Essay
H.M.S. Vanguard, the last Battleship built, was launched in 1944, the design of this badge being registered in 1945; she never saw active service and was sold in 1960.
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A SIEBE, GORMAN & CO LTD DIVER'S TORCH
an unused example with chrome plating, bullseye lens, prong guards and leather strap handle, stamped with makers name on battery cover, contained within original packing and cardboard box; together with a polished brass 5½in. boat badge from H.M.S. Vanguard, the torch -- 11¼in. high (2)
an unused example with chrome plating, bullseye lens, prong guards and leather strap handle, stamped with makers name on battery cover, contained within original packing and cardboard box; together with a polished brass 5½in. boat badge from H.M.S. Vanguard, the torch -- 11¼in. high (2)
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