A Cockermouth auction house sold nearly £30,000 of goods from its first ever Militaria sale.
The new year sale was run by Mitchells Antiques & Fine Art Auctioneers and Valuers.
It featured military collectibles and memorabilia, with standout items including rare swords, daggers, and antique cannons.
The biggest surprise was a 19th-century Indian Shamshir/Kutch sword, which had been expected to fetch between £150 and £250 but sold for £1,200.
A collection of items formerly belonging to Lieutenant General Sir George Lloyd Reilly Richardson, including an Indian Shamshir sword, a white metal badge for the 18th Bengal Lancers, a Victorian silver Officers Cross Belt Pricker, photographs and correspondence, sold for £800.
A trench dagger with multiple spikes and a scabbard, estimated at £40 to £80, went for £600.
Further highlights included an antique brass and wooden model cannon marked Fuso Dal Cap Pazeba and dated 1829, which sold for £650, while a 19th-century brass cannon on a wooden carriage made £600.
A mahogany and brass campaign tantalus by Turrill of Regent Street, previously owned by General Bradshaw, fetched £420.
Mitchells is now inviting entries for its upcoming Vintage Toy & Model Sale, which will take place on Thursday, February 13, and Friday, February 14.
Entries close on Friday, January 23.
The auction house is also offering 0 per cent seller’s commission on all gold items sold during January.
Mitchells offers free valuations by appointment at its Cockermouth saleroom and can arrange home visits, including in the South Lakes and Furness areas.
Valuation requests can also be submitted by email, with photographs, to info@mitchellsantiques.co.uk.
The firm provides valuation services for insurance and probate, as well as house clearances.
For more information or to arrange a valuation, contact David Lomas at Mitchells on 01900 827800.
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