WHYTE'S THE ECLECTIC COLLECTOR TIMED ON-LINE AUCTION 17 MAY TO 7 JUNE 2024

31 History THE ECLECTIC COLLECTOR · FRIDAY 7 JUNE 2024 64 19th/20th century collection of medals and badges including religious, political etc. Benemerenti Papal Medal in presentation box, Pioneer Total Abstinence Association Memorial Medal (with two bars) in memory of Fr. James A Cullen (1841-1921) in presentation box (awarded to members with 60 years membership), an elaborate badge of the “ Local Union No.143 -I.U of the U.B.W, of A- Springfield, Mass” and an Ancient Order of Hibernians’ ribbon “Division No 8 A.O.H. Springfield, Mass”. Condition: Fine to extremely fine. The Benemerenti Medal is awarded by the Pope to clergy and laity for service to the Roman Catholic Church. It is also awarded to the Swiss Guard . Estimate €100-€150 (approx £90-£130) Click here for more images and to bid on this lot 64 65 19th Century Royal Irish Constabulary mounted officer’s sword. Made by John Ireland, Ellis Quay, Dublin, with his inscription on the blade. Fishskin grip, queen’s crown over harp to the basket, 33 inch blade decorated with foliage and crown. Provenance: Condition: With metal scabbard, very good. Estimate €600-€800 (approx £510-£680) Click here for more images and to bid on this lot 65 66 Royal Irish Constabulary bayonet. To fit a Lee Enfield .303 rifle. Stamped RIC, crown, 1907, in leather covered sheath. Provenance: Condition: Very good. Estimate €100-€150 (approx £90-£130) Click here for more images and to bid on this lot 66