Whyte's THE ECLECTIC COLLECTOR TIMED ON-LINE AUCTION 18 APRIL 2026

74 122 1915. WorldWar I Irish recruiting poster featuring the sinking of the Lusitania. ‘IRISH MEN AVENGE THE LUSITANIA- JOIN AN IRISH REGIMENT TO-DAY. With dramatic image of the sinking of the RMS Lusitania off the Head of Kinsale, Co. Cork. Extremely rare poster. 26 by 20in. (66 by 50.8cm) Condition: Very good in slightly distressed frame. Estimate €600-€800 (approx £520-£700) Click here for more images and to bid on this lot 122 123 1914-1918 Irish MUNITIONWORKERS CANTEEN badge A rare original First WorldWar period ‘Munition Makers Buffet canteen workers pin badge’, gilded brass title circlet inlaid with green enamel, the colourful central quartered shield on white enamel ground, depicting the arms of the four provinces of Ireland - Ulster, Leinster, Connaught and Munster’ 1.40 by 1in. (3.6 by 2.5cm) Condition: Gilt finish remains bright, very fine, with original pin fittings. Estimate €300-€500 (approx £260-£430) Click here for more images and to bid on this lot 123