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A collection of glass and ceramic commemorative militaria including examples by Dartington England and items relating to the Royal Air Force. The glassware comprises three clear glass tankards and a matching circular dish. One tankard features an embossed medallion for the 1969 Investiture of the Prince of Wales. A second tankard commemorates the Battle of Britain, depicting a Spitfire and Hurricane in relief. The third tankard and matching dish are embossed with an anchor and the text SS DARTINGTON 1982. A clear adhesive label on the glassware bears a black D and the text DARTINGTON ENGLAND. Ceramic items include wall plates with transfer-printed aviation scenes such as a Lancaster bomber, Concorde, and a Vulcan bomber, plus a maritime plate depicting a clipper ship within a rope border. Mugs include a Royal Air Force 75th Anniversary 1918 1993 commemorative piece and a Spitfire themed mug. The lot is accompanied by folders titled Victory in Pursuit of Nelson after a painting by John Chancellor, and an assortment of pins, badges, and dog tags. One plate is housed in a dark blue presentation box. This lot comprises the decorative items shown; the wooden shelving unit is not included.
Condition report:
The items are in good overall condition with no visible chips or cracks to the ceramic or glass pieces. Light surface dust and minor residue are visible on the clear glassware (photos 4, 5, and 6). The transfer-printed decorations on the plates and mugs appear intact with no significant wear. Small collectables retained in plastic packaging appear unused. The Victory in Pursuit of Nelson folders exhibit minor wear to the edges and corners (photo 2).
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