A FINE VICTORIAN GILT BRASS GIANT CHRONOMETER CARRIAGE TIMEPIECE WITH ORIGINAL TRAVELLING CASEEDWARD WHITE, LONDON, NO. 691, CIRCA 1875The four columnar pillar eight-day single chain fusee back-wound movement with Harrison's maintaining power and Earnshaw-type spring detent chronometer escapement regulated by helical sprung split bimetallic balance incorporating screw timing weights to rim, set on a spotted horizontal platform within the plates towards the upper margin incorporating diamond endstone to the balance cock, the backplate with central aperture revealing the balance to upper margin over winding and hand-setting squares and engraved signature E. White, 20 Cockspur St., London, 691 to centre, the 3 inch circular white enamel Roman numeral dial with subsidiary running seconds hand at twelve o'clock and signed E. WHITE, 20 COCKSPUR S'T., LONDON to centre, with blued spade steel hands and set within a fine engine-turned gilt rectangular gilt mask framed by a canted bezel surround, the heavy thickly bevel-glazed frosted gilt brass case with hinged reeded baton-centred scroll-ended handle over rectangular top glass, inverted ogee cornice, and rounded uprights to angles, the rear with lift-out panel secured via a screw released via the winding key from beneath and with shuttered holes annotated with direction of wind arrow to the left and labelled SET HANDS to the right, on cavetto moulded skirt base with rounded angles, with original tooled black/green Morocco leather covered travelling case opening to reveal a deep green velvet lined interior incorporating dial aperture slide to the front. The timepiece 19.5cm (7.75ins) high with handle down, 13.3cm (5.25ins) wide, 10.8cm (4.25ins) deep; the travelling case 23.5cm (9.25ins) high, 17cm (6.75ins) wide, 15cm (6ins) deep. Provenance:The present lot was sold at Christies King Street, London, sale of IMPORTANT CLOCKS AND MARINE CHRONOMETERS 6th December 2006 (lot 39) for £12,000 hammer where it was noted that the timepiece had been acquired from Garrards, London, in 1996. Subsequently purchased by the vendor from Anthony Woodburn. Edward White was a chronometer and carriage clock maker who operated from premises at 20 Cockspur Street, Pall Mall London from 1861 to 1890. He was a former workman for Dent and exhibited at the 1862 Exhibition taking a four-page advertisement in the catalogue. An essentially identical timepiece to the present lot (number 837) is illustrated in Roberts, Derek CARRIAGE and Other Travelling CLOCKS pages 320-21 (Figures 21-23 a., b., c.). A chronometer carriage clock by Dent, housed in a near-identical case, is also illustrated on page 319 (Figure 21-22 a). Roberts notes that the similarities between the examples signed by both E. White and Dent are such that 'it would seem more than a little likely that they were made by the same hand'. Condition Report: Movement is in fine clean working condition with no evidence of alteration or noticeable replacements. Dial is free from visible damage or restoration; the mask is in fine condition with faults limited to a very small surface blemish towards the lower margin. The case is in fine original condition with no visible chips to any of the glasses and good strong original fire-gilt finish exhibiting only very slight edge rubbing, The rear has some very slight surface denting to the upper moulding at the centre otherwise faults are very much limited to a few tiny surface blemishes. The travelling case is in good sound original condition but with some losses to the covering mostly to the lower rear corners. The leather strap is no longer present. The interior has some tears to the silk velvet lining and the lock now works with a standard type key (not a Bramah key).Timepiece is generally in near 'retail condition' and is complete with a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer
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A FRENCH GILT ANGLAISE RICHE CASED GRANDE-SONNERIE ALARM CARRIAGE CLOCK WITH FINE FRETWORK PANELSUNSIGNED BUT WITH SIMILARITIES TO THE WORK OF HENRI JACOT, PARIS, CIRCA 1890The eight-day two train movement ting-tang striking the quarters on a graduated pair of gongs and sounding the hour every quarter hour on the larger of the two, with silvered platform lever escapement and alarm mechanism positioned to the top left sounding on the smaller gong, the dial with circular white enamel Roman numeral disc incorporating Arabic five minutes to outer track and with blued steel moon hands, set within a fine bright-cut engraved and pierced foliate scrollwork rectangular mask incorporating conforming subsidiary alarm setting dial to lower margin, the frosted gilt brass bevel-glazed variant of the Anglaise riche case with reeded baton to the hinged carrying handle over thick top glass, repeat button to front rail, complex moulded cornice and dentil frieze, the angles with fluted three-quarter columns with Corinthian capitals and the sides with fine foliate pierced and engraved frets each incorporating central urn issuing a floral spray set behind bevelled glasses, the rear with pin-hinged glazed door, on generous ogee moulded skirt base with conforming dentil frieze and stepped lower edge incorporating shallow block feet, the underside with Grande Sonnerie/Petit Sonnerie/Silence selection lever; with original tooled Morocco leather covered travelling case.The clock 17.5cm (7.5ins) high with handle down, 11.5cm (4.5ins) wide, 9.5cm (3.75ins) deep. Provenance: Previously sold at Bonhams, London sale of FINE CLOCKS 20th June 2012 (lot 7) for £2,000. Although unsigned, the present clock is of notably fine quality with distinctive silvered platform and engraved fretwork panels reminiscent of those sometimes seen on examples by LeRoy et Fils and E. Maurice and Company; indeed examples by each of these makers, incorporating similar panels, were sold in these rooms on 21st April 2021 (lot 106) and 2nd March 2022 (lot 166) respectively. The scroll-shaped handle and ogee over stepped moulded skirt base are distinctive features which set the present case aside from the standard 'anglaise riche' design which generally incorporate an angular scroll to the handle and plain plinth base. The castings for the base mouldings, however, mirror those on a 'cariatides' case by Henri Jacot illustrated in Allix, Charles and Bonnert, Peter CARRIAGE CLOCKS, Their history and development on page 172 (Plate VII/24). As this particular variant of 'cariatides' case was favoured by Jacot the presence of these castings on the case of the present clock would suggest a connection to the workshop of Henri Jacot. Interestingly a grande-sonnerie striking clock with an identical pattern of 'cariatides' case to that illustrated by Allix and Bonnert, but housing a movement exhibiting identical details, such as pattern of winding arrow and annotations to the backplate, to the present clock, was sold in these rooms (in partially dismantled condition) 6th October 2021 (lot 111). Henri Jacot is recorded by Allix as working from 31 Rue de Montmorency, Paris as well as possibly having a factory in Saint-Nicolas-d'Aliermont. The business was awarded Bronze Medals at the Paris 'Exposition' in 1855 and in London 1862; Silver in Paris 1867, 78 and 89 and Gold, again in Paris, 1890. Although Charles Allix notes that Henry Jacot senior died in 1868 and was succeeded by his nephew of the same name further research by Leigh Extence has revealed that after his death Henri's business was actually continued by his brother Julien who was essentially only 'keeping the bench warm' until his son, and Henri's nephew Albert, was able to take over and move the concern forward in 1874. The business is thought to have continued until around 1920. Condition Report: Movement is complete and appears all-original with no visible evidence of alteration or with noticeable replacements. Clock is running with the grande-sonnerie striking operating correctly including the selection lever to the base. The alarm is also in working condition. Although in full working condition the movement would probably benefit form a gentle clean and service. The dial appears free from visible damage or other faults. The case is in fine condition with minimal mellowing to the gilding. The glasses are free from visible damage/chips. The underside has a noticeable scratch through part of the strike selectin text and some slight discolouration otherwise is in fine condition. The protective case is structurally sound but has significant wear and losses to the leather covering and wear/fading to interior. The strap handle is also missing as is the slide-in shutter for the front aperture.Clock has a winding/setting key. Condition Report Disclaimer
Two WWII military issue marching compasses by T.G. Co.Ltd (London), the first No. B271945, MK 1, 1944, MILS, numbered 6605-99-960-0789 and a Magnetic Marching compass, Mark 1, numbered B153459, both with arrow mark (2) Condition Report Both have surface wear and scratches throughout. Lacquer/paint is especially worn to the top of the Mils MK1. All scientific instruments are sold as untested for accuracy in measurement. Unfortanetly we do not have a verifiably calibrated compass for comparison. Both consistently face a simliar direction and return to that direction when turned.
A CWC British military issue stainless steel wristwatch, 1979, with black dial, military arrow, circled T indicating the use of Tritium, Arabic numerals, minute track with hour markers and centre seconds, tonneau case with fixed bars, issue markings 0552-6645 523-8290 1043/79, with later flexi bracelet strap, not in working order, crown removable, plexiglass heavily scratched
The Murdoch Family of Perthshire _ A Large Precious Yellow Metal and Carnelian Fob Seal decorated with the family crest of a raven rising transfixed by an arrow above an armorial shield with the Latin motto "OMNI PRO BONO" (All things for the good), 24x20.2mm matrix, 37.25mm high without suspension ring, KEE tested as 15ct, 23.33gUNLESS OTHERWISE STATED THE KEE TEST IS A SURFACE TEST ONLY AND IS NOT A GUARANTEE OF GOLD PURITY
A GENTS 'MOERIS' MILITARY WRISTWATCH, hand wound movement, round dial signed 'Moeris', Arabic numerals, subsidiary second dial at the six o'clock position, chrome case, approximate case width 32mm, case back signed stainless steel back 2650183 Swiss made, military engraving broad arrow A.T.P 57920, fitted with a stainless steel replacement bracelet (condition report: general moderate wear, case back not removed, winds and working at the time of cataloguing, time keeping not tested, we cannot guarantee the working order of any watch)
1959 Ariel 247cc Leader Registration Number: YSV 483 Frame Number: T.3636.A - Part of a private motorcycle collection since 2005 - Offered from the estate of a local collector, with No Reserve Designed by Val Page and his team, the Ariel Leader and its sports derivative, the Arrow, sought to combine the virtues of speed and agility with those of cleanliness and convenience. Launched in 1958 and powered by an all-new 247cc air-cooled two-stroke twin with unitary gearbox, the Leader also broke with British tradition in its frame and suspension design, employing a stiff, fabricated-steel beam instead of tubes, and a trailing-link front fork. Detachable panels enclosing the engine and most of the rear wheel extended forwards to meet leg-shields and screen while the rear chain was fully enclosed. A highly promising design capable of further development, the Leader/Arrow deserved better than to be prematurely axed by BSA in 1965. Subject to previous restoration, this 1959 Leader has recently joined a small collection of other period classic bikes. In current ownership the Ariel appears to have covered around 1,000 miles only, a number of MoT certificates dating from 1971 (44,142 miles) to 2006 (53,519 miles) support the current mileage of 54,514. From a deceased estate, and offered with a green logbook, this nicely presented example is sure to make a welcome addition to any collection.
1961 Ariel Golden Arrow Super Sports (Replica) Registration Number: RPR 313 Frame Number: T22932T - Restored example - Only 4 owners from new. The Ariel Arrow, launched in 1958, was the sports derivative of the Ariel Leader. This was a 17 year old’s dream bike; sleek, agile, fast and with sporting looks. The Arrow featured an all new 247cc engine generating 20bhp, through a 4 speed unitary gearbox. The Arrow was revised for 1961, gaining squish-band, centre plug high compression heads. In his 1964 ‘Motor Cycle‘ road test Bob Currie reported good performance, with a top speed of 74mph and a good cruising speed of 60mph. Early models were in blue and gold, later models, in the more common ivory and gold. This example, with T-suffix engine and frame numbers, has been restored and is offered in excellent condition. This, a standard Arrow painted in Golden Arrow colours, is nevertheless a highly desirable bike. With genuine Golden Arrows now exceeding £5,000 in price, RPR 313 offers good value in the current market. Interested parties should note, the bike has been run for approximately 10 months, so may need light commissioning.
Parker 51 Vacumatic filler in Navy Grey with gold filled cap. Parker transitioned the Dove Grey colour when they started making Aerometric filler pens and began using a darker grey called Navy Grey. While Vacumatic fillers can be found in both colours there are far less in Navy Grey as they seem to have been made for a short period during this transition. This example has a later style gold filled cap with arrow clip, often found on 1948 made pens and a fine 14k nib. Overall fair condition with good colour, some dings to the cap with slightly larger impressions on the underside of the clip.
Parker 51 UK production Vacumatic fill in Navy Grey. Parker transitioned the Dove Grey colour when they started making Aerometric filler pens and began using a darker grey called Navy Grey. While Vacumatic fillers can be found in both colours there are far less in Navy Grey as they seem to have been made for a short period during this transition. This example is unusual having been made in England where typically Aerometric 51’s were made and Vacumatic filler pens were imported from Canada. It has a UK style clip, with an Arrow that drops off in a more pronounced fashion and a medium 14c nib. Overall excellent condition with a bright three line imprint.
Parker Duofold Streamlined Lapis Senior pen with stunning colour. This bright example of a Lapis Lazuli Senior shows some darkening around the barrel thread area but otherwise has bright colour throughout. Commonly fit with a later Parker Arrow 14k nib, as in this example. Extra fine nib. Overall excellent condition with light wear throughout. Pen was filled and water tested at the time of listing.
Special edition of the No 1, 1937 London Underground diagrammatic card POCKET MAP produced for the Sakai Co at 5 Denmark St in the then 'Little Tokyo' area of London. Sakai were a Japanese trading company with a shop and travel agency at the Denmark St address. Overprinted for Sakai with an arrow to Tottenham Court Station and one can assume that the map was produced for Japanese tourists. In very good, lightly-used condition with just a little light creasing and the odd minor blemish. [1]
Very large quantity (est. 150-200) of London Transport buses varnish-fix TRANSFERS from the 1950s-70s. A massive variety including differing-size fleetnames - LT, Green Line, Blue Arrow, LCBS - bullseyes for RF, RMC (LT & Green Line), many different interior & exterior notices of all types and sizes, fleet numbers and registrations numbers (mainly for GS). These are 'new old stock' items dating back to the 1950s and no assurances can be given as to efficacy if applied to a vehicle. [estimated 150-200]
Large quantity (40) of London Transport bus stop enamel E-PLATES from across the network and with route numbers between 1 and 810A plus Green Line 702, 717, 724 Exp and Eastern National 402. Includes flat-fare express, prefix-lettered, Red Arrow and Night routes as well as some interesting weekend variants with red digits. Some of the plates are in ex-use, uncleaned condition and some have price-sticker residue but most are in very good condition, subject to a good clean. [40]
Large selection (40) of mainly 1960s London Transport PANEL POSTERS including 'It is dangerous to get on & off a bus...", "Please help to keep this bus tidy', Red Rovers, Green Line Coach Guide, Red Arrow 500, new Routemasters, Ascot Races, fare increases, recruitment etc. Generally in very good, unused condition. [40]
Large quantity (68) of mainly 1970s/80s London Transport Routemaster etc INTERIOR POSTERS. Huge variety including some classic issues such as 'Don't drop litter', 'Queue Please', Travel Enquiries, 'Avoid the Crush' etc and also including an early Red Arrow route diagram and Wood Green flat fare route diagrams. Most are sized 24" x 11" (61cm x 28cm) and they are generally in very good to excellent, unused condition, a few storage marks here and there. [68]
Large quantity (40) of London Transport bus stop enamel E-PLATES from across the network and with route numbers between 9A and 802A plus Green Line 710 and 716 and Alder Valley 201. Includes flat-fare express, prefix-lettered, Red Arrow and Night routes as well as some interesting weekend variants with red digits. Some of the plates are in ex-use, uncleaned condition and some have price-sticker residue but most are in very good condition, subject to a good clean. [40]
A 1930s Monopoly game, lacking box, an astronomical telescope, an arrow head and a spear head, commemorative coins, wooden items, playing cards, Alfa Romeo badges, travel backgammon set, nautical rope knot display, etc. (coins and arrow head in silver cabinet) **PLEASE NOTE THIS LOT IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR POSTING AND PACKING**
Three vintage Kukri, each with scabbards, one marked to the blade with broad arrow, an example with brass mounted hilt and one other, largest with 37 cm (l) blade. [W]Note: This lot is not for sale to people under the age of 18. By bidding on this item you are declaring that you are 18 years of age or over. Please note that if you require shipping for this lot, this can only be done using an age verified method.
One tray containing a quantity of railway and transport interest plaques, accessories, lettering and cast iron effects to include a set of GPO broad arrow stamped cast iron weights, a British Railways ashtray and original railway interest oil can, together with a quantity of cast iron and aluminium numbers, a brass bell from block instrument, and other effects
HMT Japan Para Shock 17 Jewels Military Watch. These watches were used by Indian Military in 1971 during India/Pakistan war. Military marked on the back. Broad arrow for Military. There is a black round watch face with a black leather strap. Condition: The watch has been untested. The watch comes with a clear plastic watch stand.
Large collection of Royal Mail mint postage stamp presentation packs 1967 to 2020 to include; Elizabeth II 90th Birthday, animals, The Great War, Pink Floyd, Beatrix Potter, Capability Brown, Agatha Christie, Mr Men, David Bowie, birds, toys, Ladybird books, Star Wars, Christmas 2017, Honeymoon, November 1947, The Red Arrow, Owls, Hampton Court Palace, Dad's Army, Harry Potter, pillar boxes, etc
An extremely rare Suffragette silver and enamel Holloway Prison brooch by Toye & Co London. In the form of a portcullis and with the enamelled convicts arrow in Suffragette WSPU colours, stamped on reverse Toye & Co. of London, SILVER, 25 x 22mm. After the design by Sylvia Pankhurst, these brooches were awarded to those who were imprisoned for the cause prior to 1914. Known variously as the Portcullis Badge, Holloway Prison Brooch and the Victoria Cross of the Union, the silver brooch was presented by the WSPU to women imprisoned at Holloway Prison for militant suffragette activity. Designed by Sylvia Pankhurst and manufactured by Toye & Co. London, it includes the portcullis symbol for parliament, the chains of imprisonment and the broad arrow of the prison uniform picked out in purple, white and green enamel, the colours of the WSPU. Having been initially mentioned in Votes for Women on 16 April 1909, the first brooches were presented by Christabel and Emmeline Pankhurst, Annie Kenney and Emmeline Pethick Lawrence at a large meeting at the Albert Hall on 29 April to coincide with the meeting in London of the International Woman's Suffrage Alliance. It was presented with the illuminated addresses also designed by Sylvia Pankhurst that had been awarded to released prisoners since September 1908. Unfortunately the recipient of this badge isn't known.
Isaac Rogers of London: a George III silver pair cased verge fusee open face pocket watch - the case hallmarked Joseph Carpenter, London 1796, with white-enamel Arabic dial with outer minute track and rose gold arrow hands, the gilt movement with engraved plate signed 'Isaac Rogers London 20005', with pierced engraved feather, floral and foliate balance cock, steel three-arm balance, silvered regulating disc and cylindrical pillars, further signed and numbered to dust cover, the plain case with watch-paper for Isaac Rogers, White Hart Court, Lombard Street, London, (46 mm in diameter), with key.* Condition: In fine condition overall - dial, case and movement in very good condition, with no faults. The case with just expected light scratching. Winds and runs.
An IWC Mark XI British Military Issue Gentleman's WristwatchModel: 6B/346Serial: 977/48Year: 1948Case Material: Stainless SteelCase diameter: 36mmDial: Black, Stamped With 'Broad Arrow' and 'T'Numerals: White Arabic and Baton TritiumMovement: Mechanical No. 1162219Calibre: C89Strap: Gray NATOBox & Papers: Not PresentThe Mark XI IWC Pilots Watch was introduced in 1948 following the famed success of the WWII issued Mark X. The watch was never available to the public and was offered to RAF personnel and civilian pilots as an aviation tool, hence its 'Broad Arrow' insignia. Its reliability saw production of the model through to the early 1980s, making this particular example from the Mark XI's first year of production particularly rare.The watch appears to be in good working order, no long-term tests have been performed and accuracy cannot be guaranteed, a full service is advised on all watches and pocket watches once purchased. Surface scratches & wear consistent with age The online condition report may not mention mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome.Watches with water-resistant cases may have been opened to examine movements, but no warranties are given regarding their water resistance.It is also important to note that we cannot guarantee the authenticity or originality of individual components, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets, and wrist bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration may have changed the original components. Also, we cannot guarantee the authenticity or originality of any engraving or re-engraving on watch cases, case backs, bracelets, straps or internal movements.
Rolex. An 18K white gold automatic flyback regatta chronograph bracelet watchModel: Yacht-Master IIReference: 116689Date: Purchased 6th February 2008 Movement: 42-jewel Cal.4160 automatic, adjusted to 5 positions and temperature, column wheel chronograph, No.C0291688Dial: White, applied luminous square hour markers, black outer minute divisions, inner regatta scale, subsidiary seconds at 6, polished pointed baton hands with luminous inserts, centre chronograph hand, red arrow tipped regatta handCase: Brushed and polished tonneau form, screw down back, crown flanked by twin buttons, calibrated bezel, No.M063685Strap/Bracelet: Brushed and polished 15/423 Oyster linkBuckle/Clasp: Signed 18K white gold folding clasp, stamped OP11Signed: Case, dial & movementSize: 44mm Accompaniments: International guarantee, brochureFootnotes:Launched in 2007, the Yacht-Master II is another notable tool watch from Rolex. Designed with professional sailors in mind, the model features a flyback chronograph and programmable regatta timer. The present reference 116689 is offered in 18K white gold, blending both luxury and sports styles.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Omega. An 18K rose gold automatic calendar wristwatch with Co-Axial escapementModel: Seamaster Aqua TerraReference: 22052412103001Date: Purchased 2020Movement: 39-jewel Cal.8901 automatic, No.89767338Dial: Ridged blue, applied rose gilt dart hour markers with luminous inserts, white outer minute divisions with Arabic numeral 5 minute markers, date aperture at 6, rose gilt arrow hands with luminous inserts, centre secondsCase: Brushed and polished tonneau form, screw down exhibition back, No.89767338Strap/Bracelet: Blue Omega rubberBuckle/Clasp: Signed 18K rose gold folding claspSigned: Case, dial & movementSize: 41mm Accompaniments: Omega box, outer card, international warranty, chronometer certificate, pictograms card, operating instructions For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Grana. A rare stainless steel manual wind Military issue wristwatchModel: 'Dirty Dozen'Date: Circa 1945Movement: 15-jewel Cal.K.F.320 manual windDial: Black, Broad Arrow below 12, Arabic numeral hour markers, white outer minute track with luminous 5 minute markers, subsidiary dial at 6 for running seconds, pointed luminous filled handsCase: Brushed round, screw down back engraved ↑ W.W.W M18933, fixed bar lugs, inner cap, military markings also engraved to inside backStrap/Bracelet: Grey NATO fabricBuckle/Clasp: Steel buckleSigned: DialSize: 36mmFootnotes:During the Second World War the British Ministry of Defence tasked 12 watch companies with the role of producing watches that were fit for military action. These companies were Buren, Cyma, Eterna, Grana, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Lemania, Longines, IWC, Omega, Record, Timor, and Vertex. Of all of the watches created it is estimated that Grana produced the lowest number making it the rarest one to come across and of particular importance to those looking to complete their 'Dirty Dozen' collection.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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