The royal air force raf cap badge was originally brass and worn by all ncos and service men. Ten centuries of rare archival images visualizing the body. These little brooches are miniature replicas of the badges of military regiments, naval units, the royal flying corps and the raf, generally. We have created a small brooch badge that can be worn with pride by all those mothers and fathers missing their own heroes. This christmas mum gave me a little tank corps brooch from france, found in a field. The air ministry intended it to form a supplement to the royal auxiliary air force rauxaf, the active reserve for the raf. The earliest type of brooch was probably a thorn that man wore to hold together a piece of cloth that covered his body. The delicate raf wings sweetheart brooch is made from sterling silver. The royal air force volunteer reserve rafvr was established in 1936 to support the preparedness of the u. Sweetheart jewelry and collectibles schiffer book for woodcarvers snider, nick on. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Copies of all these books can be freely consulted from open shelves at the explore history centre at iwm london. A scarce first world war period northumberland fusiliers silver and tortoiseshell sweetheart brooch still on its original makers card.
At various times and in various countries brooches were produced from a variety of materials, decorated with precious and semiprecious stones or were marked by simple and exquisite designs. Buy raf sweetheart brooch in collectable wwii military badges and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. The gold in the raf lettering has a red colour, which contrasts nicely against the yellow gold wings and red and green enamel. Raf wings sweetheart brooches pin badges merchandise. Ww2 merchant navy sweetheart brooch collectable sweetheart. Spina brooch roman in origin thought to be the first brooch made of a thorn or bone mainly used to fasten clothing. Send by email or post, confident in the knowledge that you are sending the perfect gift whilst supporting the raf museum. The brutal realities of the battlefield made the exchange of letters and. The fretted raf letters fixed to the backing oval with two rivets.
Sweetheart brooch for sale ww1 hill 60 sweetheart brooch in the shape of a daggerbayonet original and vgc. Particularly popular around the era of the great war 19141918, they were often given to wives or girlfriends hence sweetheart by servicemen as mementos and reminders of their absent loves. Buy military sweetheart brooches by kenneth william jarmin isbn. Each hallmarked sweetheart brooch is handmade by skilled craftsmen who create beautiful pieces for londons bond street jewellers and are suppliers to royal households at home and abroad. Amounts shown in italicized text are for items listed in currency other than singapore dollars and are approximate conversions to singapore dollars based upon bloombergs conversion rates. Commonly worn at the top of the blouse as a modesty brooch they can often be overlooked when examining a photograph. This was formed originally on the 1st april 1918 and worn until 1952. This vintage sweetheart brooch has been modelled on the classic royal air force raf cap badge.
Ac silver investigates the history and meaning behind the sweetheart brooch. Currently enjoying a fashionable revival, beth bernstein pins down the styles of brooches that have been popular through the eras. Etsy has thousands of handcrafted and vintage products that perfectly fit what youre searching for. I think its ww1 so will be interested to know more. Raf sweetheart badge for sale in uk view 35 bargains. Collectable wwi military sweetheart brooches for sale ebay. Though sweetheart is the word used to describe this jewelry, not all of it was given to actual sweethearts. In good condition one of the eight ships of the king edward viiclass predreadnought battleships, all except king edward vii being named for parts of the empire. The raf wings brooch is delivered hallmarked and has a sturdy pin allowing this truly superb bespoke gift for your sweetheart to proudly adorn any. A 9 carat gold and enamel raf royal air force sweetheart brooch, beautifully preserved in its original box. This antique world war i tyneside scottish brigade regimental brooch was made by thomas l mott. A ww2 royal air force sweetheart brooch good pin and closure 1 34 width i combine postage.
Great savings free delivery collection on many items. This piece is 18ct 75% pure gold or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals gold, set with diamonds and enamelled in green and red platinum derives from the spanish word platina meaning little silver. Sweetheart items, brooches, hankies etc archives world. An exquisite raf wing sweetheart brooch manufactured in great britain to the highest standards in solid sterling silver. Pieces meant for moms often have the word mother incorporated into their designs.
Turn the magnifying glass onto his wife or daughter in the same photograph and you may find a sweetheart brooch. Beginning of a dialog window, including tabbed navigation to register an account or sign in to an existing account. By browsing and ordering on this site you accept cookies being used to improve and personalise our services and for. This is an us air force brooch, patriotic vintage jewelry, military brooch, from the wwii bombardment group. Mourning brooches are a type of jewellery most commonly worn in 19th century britain. The actual heraldic emblem used to represent the raf is an eagle superimposed on a circlet surmounted by a crown. In a letter from len to floss on 12 june 1917, he asked her to accept this small present, thought to be the sweetheart brooch. The brooch tradition, some say, began with the boer war, though soldiers and loved ones have exchanged various small tokens of remembrance for ages. Sweetheart jewelry and collectibles schiffer book for woodcarvers. This effort was made in the states to gather up clothing and other essentials to be distrbuted to the british people. Sweetheart item i wanted to display it here as well since it so closely resembles the raf sweetheart items. Raf wings sweetheart brooches available in gold, silver and gunmetal colours.
Reverse with a horizontal brooch fitting, and impressed letting sterling silver. Above is a lovely example of a sweetheart brooch, a commonly exchanged jewelry item during both twentieth century world wars. This is an original ww1 royal navy sweetheart brooch for sale. The owner would have worn it when her husband was at war. A brass and enamelled badge with brooch fitting to the rear. This entry was posted in great war, history and tagged boer war, hallmark, military brooches, mother of pearl, silver, sweetheart, sweetheart brooches, tortoiseshell, ww1 on sep, 2017 by quercuscommunity. Learn the market value of your sweetheart brooches of world war i the great war 191418. Vintage 9 ct gold propeller brooch, marked ajc 9ct. Raf wings brooch bespoke royal air force silver jewellery. First world war sweetheart regimental brooch the antique. Find the worth of your sweetheart brooches of world war i the great war 191418. In service items worn by family members of servicemen often feature a star for each relative in the war. I myself collect ww2 raf sweetheart brooches, though a few associated ones such as faa, rnas and saaf brooches have crept in.
S hindustan grand fleet 19141516 enamel badge a fine enamel brooch fixing badge. British army military badges and insignia for sell ww2. These wings were often silver or enamelled and quite beautiful in their own right. The auction features three raf sweetheart brooches. Raf brooch for sale in uk 40 secondhand raf broochs. In addition to the collection of military sweetheart brooches shown on this site, you can commission one of our handmade brooches in any regiment or service badge of your choice. The fashion, patriotism, and romance of world war ii sweetheart. Cartier 1937 royal air force wings diamond pin platinum and yellow gold royal air force brooch set diamonds and enamel,signed fine jewelry and estate jewelry at shop diamond rings, luxury watches and other fine jewelry from the worlds best jewelry dealers. These little brooches are miniature replicas of the badges of military regiments, naval units, the royal flying corps and the raf, generally known as sweetheart brooches because they were often given as romantic keepsakes by members of the armed forces to their wives and girlfriends before they left for the front. History of nursingmedical historybest science booksnurse lovehello nurse nurse. We provide quality military products at competitive prices. Pages in category brooches the following 14 pages are in this category, out of 14 total. Find great deals on ebay for sweetheart brooch and sweetheart brooch raf.
We are very aware that family members at home miss their sons and daughters that are serving for our country. Ct gold, the number is obscured, we assume it is 9 carat. These love tokens tapped directly into the romantic and sensitive side of peoples nature and revived the passion for flowers and messages in jewelry last seen in the early 19th cntury. Reverse with a horizontal brooch fitting, and gl maker initials, and. Discover all the extraordinary items our community of craftspeople have to offer and find the perfect gift for your loved one or yourself. Buy raf sweetheart brooch and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. Central rfc initials in silver on black enamel, and with a silvered kings crown enamelled in red. Feb 24, 2008 the answer tinow has given is the nearest to being correct. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Denzil skinner served in 16 th 5 th the queens royal lancers, and so understands the special needs of the military in creating regimental brooches sometimes known as sweetheart brooches.
Particularly popular around the era of the great war 19141918, they were oft. View our display of sweetheart brooches, historic valentines day cards and love letters sent by service personnel throughout the decades to their sweethearts. It has incorporated the eagle wings with white gold and embellished with stunning pave set eightcut diamonds. Regimental brooches and lucky charms imperial war museums.
Silver regimental badge inlaid in tortiseshell with rolled silver frame, frame is hallmarked frg for fr baldwin and birmingham assay dated 1918. Above is a sweetheart brooch gifted by lt leonard herbert phillips to his sweetheart florence murray. Ww2 sweetheart badge royal air force white metal and gems or crystals. Sweetheart jewelry first became popular during world war i, as a means. Ww2 royal air force raf wings sweetheart brooch badge 57mm h. Please note that this is a new item and is not old or antique please note, we do not supply gift boxes, so your item will not come in a gift box. Around 1887 they began in england to manufacture the socalled silver sweetheart brooches. Your place to buy and sell all things handmade items for sale by this genuine vintage wwii sweetheart pin is in excellent condition. A late victorian diamond and pearl brooch, the scrolling yellow metal body set with diamonds with a baroque pearl suspended below, 3cm across, pearl 8 by 9mm, total weight 5. Add a sparkling floral arrangement to your outfit with this swarovski crystal star brooch. Jan 05, 2009 sweetheart brooches are basically small brooches depicting the regimental or other service crest of a soldier, sailor or airman, and were worn by military wives or girlfriends.
Sweetheart brooches are small brooches depicting the regimental crest or other service crest of a soldier, sailor or airman, and were worn by military wives or girlfriends. These young men initiated the tradition of sending sweetheart jewelry back home to their girlfriends, wives, sisters, and mothers continue reading. From the beginning, its practical use was made from natural materials such as bone, shell, wood and carved stone. Raf wishbone sweetheart brooch military sweetheart. Oct 23, 2014 this brooch is part of our antique and vintage jewellery range. Sweetheart brooches are basically small brooches depicting the regimental or other service crest of a soldier, sailor or airman, and were worn by military wives or girlfriends. Jewellery is one of the oldest forms of body adornment.
To the base a blue enamel scroll with royal air force motto, per ardua ad astra, in silver. The intricate detail of the raf wings is beautifully captured in sterling silver incorporating traditional vitreous enamels. The brooch measures about 4cm in diameter and fastens with a pin and revolver clasp. The sweetheart brooch depicts the st andrews cross flanked by thistle sprays and overlaid with the text tyneside scottish. Cartier 1937 royal air force wings diamond pin l 2. The wreath is enamelled in green and the cushion of the crown enamelled in red, with the raf cypher proudly pegged on top. An exquisite raf wing sweetheart brooch manufactured in great britain to the highest standards in. The silver, rfc sweetheart brooch with light blue and white enamelled wings. Snaith and son ltd are leading military tailors, outfitters and medalists. These jewels approximate the emblems overall design, however the eagles wings are the major component, with the crown and the initials raf embellished with. Valentines sweetheart brooches raf museum in london. Brooches are pieces of jewelry, but sometimes they serve for fastening. As the original wings issued to airmen were manufactured from cloth and not metal, sweetheart wings were commonly produced by local jewellers and sold to airmen, who subsequently gave them to their sweethearts.
Many times i have been asked to identify the regiment of soldier when he has no cap badge or other insignia on show. The pin is intact on the rear with a sterling stamp applied. To mark valentines day, i will look at some of the tokens of love in the raf museum collection. The central 9 ct white gold raf emblem mounted to a 9 ct yellow gold queens green enamel laurel wreath. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Raf royal air force sterling silver 925 rollover clasp raf royal air force brooches airforce brooches raf royal air force sterling silver brooch. Sweetheart brooches of the great war home facebook. Vintage bakelite jewelry images and book covers to be shared with others as. Wwii us army sweetheart locket, book with army officers eagle gold filled. These keepsakes are collected today to protect small pieces of history. Sweetheart items, brooches, hankies etc archives page 2. Raf sweetheart brooch in collectable wwii military badges.
Royal engineers signal service sterling silver sweetheart brooch with pin dating from the early part of the 20th century, this brooch was probably a sweetheart brooch from the first world war as it is in sterling silver, and so marked on the back. Does your family own any jewelry from world war ii. Amounts shown in italicised text are for items listed in currency other than euros and are approximate conversions to euros based upon bloombergs conversion rates. The brooches are made in sterling silver, 9ct gold and 18ct gold and can be jewel encrused to your specific requirements. The pin and box are both very good quality, the pin has lovely detail. These jewels approximate the emblems overall design, however the eagles wings are the major component, with the crown and the initials raf embellished with precious stones. View realised military brooch auction prices from 1023 auction lots. At the time, a variety of formal mourning clothes were worn for specific periods of time depending on the closeness of the deceased to the bereaved. Particularly popular around the era of the great war 19141918, they were often given to wives or girlfriends hence sweetheart by servicemen as mementos and. Sweetheart brooches of the great war, battlefield brooches, tiepins and regimental brooches that were given to wives, girlfriends or friends or family.
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