A signed portrait photograph of Royal Navy Lieutenant Thomas William Gould, one of three Jewish recipients of the Victoria Cross during the Second World War, the photograph bearing Goulds autograph signature verso, 13.5 cm x 8.5 cm. [An extract from Gould's award citation reads "On February 16th, in daylight, HM Submarine Thrasher attacked and sank a heavily escorted supply ship. She was at once attacked by depth-charges and was bombed by aircraft. The presence of two unexploded bombs in the gun-casing was discovered when after dark the submarine surfaced and began to roll. Lieutenant Roberts and Petty Officer Gould volunteered to remove the bombs, which were of a type unknown to them. The danger in dealing with the second bomb was very great. To reach it they had to go through the casing, which was so low that they had to lie at full length to move in it. Through this narrow space, in complete darkness, they pushed and dragged the bomb for a distance of some 20 feet until it could be lowered over the side. Every time the bomb was moved there was a loud twanging noise as of a broken spring which added nothing to their peace of mind. This deed was more gallant as HM Submarine Thrasher's presence was known to the enemy; she was close to the enemy coast and in waters where his patrols were known to be active day and night. There was a very great chance, and they knew it, that the submarine might have to crash-dive while they were under the casing. Had this happened they must have been drowned."
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DOCTOR WHO - THE FOURTH DOCTOR (Tom Baker) boxed as new collectable models by EAGLEMOSS to include 17 (The Fourth Doctor), 28 (Morbius Monster), 36 (D84), 39 2 of (Genesis Dalek), 49 (The Master), 63 (Cyberleader), 67 (Scaroth), 79 (Robot Mummy), 93 2 of ('Bomb' Dalek), 95 (Marshman), 128 2 of (Mandrel), 132 (The Fourth Doctor), 141 2 of (The Pirate Captain), 145 (Sutekh), 154 (Broton), 158 2 of (Davros),Approx 21 pieces
Pair: Marine G. C. Marek, Royal Marines General Service 1962-2007, 1 clasp, Northern Ireland (Mne G C Marek P036485N RM); South Atlantic 1982, with rosette (Mne 1 G C Marek P036485N RM) mounted as worn, nearly extremely fine (2) £800-£1,000 --- Graham C. Marek was born in 1960 and joined the Royal Marines in 1977, passing out of Lympstone in December of that year. His service in Northern Ireland included being stationed at the Kinawley R.U.C. base with 40 Commando as part of a small troop detachment. He saw further service during the South Atlantic campaign, his own account stating: ‘I was a battle casualty replacement and as I served for many years in the anti-tank troop firing the Milan (a tripod mounted wire guided missile system) I flew out to Ascension Island from RAF Brize Norton. Only spent a few days there and then got on the H.M.S. Sir Bedivere, a L.S.L. [Landing Ship Logistic]. I spent about a week on there I think, getting shot and bombed by the Argy super etendard planes. Unfortunately I do not remember how I got ashore and blank a lot of what happened there.’ At the start of the campaign Sir Bedivere was at Vancouver but started back to Marchwood immediately. After loading she left for Ascension where she picked up the sappers of 11 Field Squadron, Royal Engineers. The ship had a lucky escape in San Carlos water on 24 May when a bomb from a Dagger bounced off her crane and punched a hole through her bulwark before exploding in the sea. The sappers disembarked the following day, most likely with Marine Marek. Sir Bedivere left the Falkland Islands on 25 October 1982 with the bodies of 63 of the British dead and arrived back in Marchwood in the early hours of 16 November 1982. Sold with copies of two typed letters from the recipient, a named (copy) photograph of his King’s Squad pass out; and various photocopied images of his time in Northern Ireland and the Falklands.
‘Ardent has been hit badly. We are proceeding to render assistance. Too late for fire-fighting. They are abandoning ship. I was sent up to help out. The back of the ship is ripped open like a tin can with flames and black smoke pouring out. All the blokes are on the superstructure dressed in survival suits and lifejackets. Two blokes are stuck behind the fire right on the back end. Jumped into sea, both get lifejackets on but no suits. A Wessex helicopter is picking them up. Alongside the ship now. 168 survivors, 20 missing, 30 injured, some seriously. Bloke came on with his fingers missing off his left hand, bandaged up roughly. Other blokes are covered in blood. Most of them suffering shock. It’s hard getting them to walk the right way…’ Cardin’s diary entry for Friday 21 May 1982, refers. The South Atlantic Medal awarded to Leading Radio Operator (General) P. Cardin, Royal Navy, who kept a diary of events aboard H.M.S. Yarmouth in the period April to July 1982 - a detailed and poignant record which is included with his Medal and now forms the basis of his book ‘Return to Bomb Alley, 1982, The Falklands Deception’ South Atlantic 1982, with rosette (LRO (G) P. Cardin, D156563D, HMS Yarmouth) ship’s name officially corrected, good very fine £1,000-£1,400 --- Paul Cardin was born in Wallasey, Cheshire, in August 1959 and joined the Royal Navy in February 1976. He served with the Royal Nay in H.M.S. Yarmouth during the South Atlantic campaign in 1982, during which he compiled a detailed and poignant diary, and left the Royal Navy in February 1983. His book, Return to Bomb Alley, 1982, The Falklands Deception, based on his diary, was published in 2022. H.M.S. Yarmouth, a Rothesay-class frigate, was commanded by Commander A. Morton, R.N., who was awarded the D.S.C. in respect of his ship’s part in the Falklands War. In the London Gazette of 8 October 1982, the citation for his decoration stated that it was ‘remarkable’ that the Yarmouth came through the operations unscathed … ‘She was in the thick of much of the action, accounting for several enemy aircraft in the Falkland Sound and San Carlos Water and carried out a prodigious amount of Naval Gunfire Support’. Most notably that gunfire support was in respect of the attack on Mount Tumbledown, an action that contributed to Yarmouth’s impressive expenditure of over 1,000 shells from her 4.5-inch guns in the period May to June 1982. Cardin and his shipmates also undertook valuable rescue operations, most notably on the occasion of the loss of H.M.S. Sheffield and H.M.S. Ardent. Fortunately for posterity’s sake, Cardin kept a diary of events during his time in the South Atlantic, a diary with numerous references to Yarmouth’s “Air Raid Warning Reds”. Yet it serves too as a useful journal in respect of the bigger picture, in addition to relating some poignant stories: ‘Point of interest: During the exocet attack on us a few weeks ago, the day the Sheffield was hit, a white dove was seen to land on our flight deck. A signal received today from Avenger, who was unsuccessfully attacked yesterday, reported a white dove landing on the foc’sle when the missile was sighted.’ And on the Glamorgan’s losses: ‘Casualties from Glamorgan: 12 dead, 16 injured (one seriously, both legs amputated). The injuries are bad again. Flight deck crew and cooks suffered the most. Eye injuries, broken arms and legs, smoke inhalation, cuts and shock … The missile went in through the flight deck (unusual for an Exocet).’ Sold with the recipient’s original desk diary, covering the period 5 April to 12 July 1982, 32pp., with often detailed hourly entries and commentary; named enclosure for the South Atlantic Medal; various photographic images; and a copy of the recipient’s 2022 book Return to Bomb Alley, 1982, The Falklands Deception.
A post-War O.B.E., Second War ‘Battle of Crete’ D.S.C. group of nine awarded to Commander M. J. Clark, H.M.A.S. Nizam, Royal Australian Navy, later Naval Officer in Charge, North East Australian Area, and Resident Naval Officer Port Melbourne The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, O.B.E. (Military) Officer’s 2nd type breast badge, silver-gilt; Distinguished Service Cross, G.VI.R., reverse officially dated 1942, hallmarks for London 1940; 1939-45 Star; Atlantic Star; Africa Star; Burma Star; War Medal 1939-45; Australia Service Medal, the six campaign awards all impressed ‘M. J. Clark. R.A.N.’; Coronation 1953, unnamed as issued, mounted as worn; together with the recipient’s related miniature awards, these similarly mounted as worn, the Burma Star additionally with the Pacific clasp, lacquered, generally good very fine (9) £2,400-£2,800 --- O.B.E. London Gazette 1 January 1958. D.S.C. London Gazette 8 January 1942. The original Recommendation states: ‘For outstanding gallantry, fortitude, and resolution whilst in command of H.M.A.S. Nizam during the Battle of Crete. The excellent manner in which he handled his ship on more than one occasion saved her from being damaged by bombs. At Sphakia on 28-29 and 30-31 May 1941, his organisation greatly assisted the embarkation of so many men and there was never any doubt that he would interpret his orders in the way intended. Very good reports of him have also been received from the Senior Officers of the forces taking part in the various other operations off Crete. He has always handled his ship with that dash which one expects from a good destroyer officer.’ Max Joshua Clark was born at Franklin, Tasmania, on 30 March 1906 and joined the Royal Australian Navy at Melbourne, Victoria, as a Naval Cadet on 1 January 1920. He was appointed Midshipman on 15 May 1924, and was commissioned Acting Sub-Lieutenant on 15 September 1926. Promoted Lieutenant on 30 September 1929, and Lieutenant-Commander on 30 September 1937, he served during the Second World War in command of the Destroyer H.M.A.S. Nizam from 19 December 1940. On 21 May 1941, H.M.A.S. Nizam took part in the bombardment of Scarpento. Having then landed troops and stores at Suda Bay for the reinforcement of Crete, she was the last British vessel to leave, only four hours before the Germans occupied the port. On 28-29 May, during the evacuation of Crete, Nizam, with the 7th Flotilla, embarked 114 troops at Sphakia. On he return passage to Alexandria the flotillas was bombed by enemy aircraft and Nizam sustained minor damage from near-misses. Next evening, on 30-31 May, Nizam, along with H.M.S. Napier, arrived at Sphakia on a second evacuation mission Two Royal Navy vessels had been forced to withdraw, one with engine trouble, the other bomb-damaged. Between them Nizam and Napier embarked over 1,400 troops, who were landed at Alexandria on 31 May. For his services during the Battle of Crete, Clark was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross. Characteristically, upon learning of the award, he informed his crew: ‘This belongs to all of us, for we all won it.’ Promoted Commander on 31 December 1942, he was presented with the insignia of the D.S.C. by H.E. The Governor-General at Government House, Melbourne, on 20 November 1943. After a spell as a Training Commander at Flinders Naval Depot, he was subsequently given command of the Destroyer H.M.A.S. Warramunga on 19 April 1945, and two years later was appointed Executive Officer of the Balmoral Naval Depot. He held various other land based rolls for the rest of his career, including State Civil Defence Co-Ordinating Officer, Premier’s Department, State of Victoria; Naval Officer in Charge, North East Australian Area; and Resident Naval Officer Port Melbourne and Commanding Officer of H.M.A.S. Lonsdale. Created an Officer of the Order of the British Empire in the 1958 New Year’s Honours’ List, he retired from H.M.A.S. Lonsdale on 3 April 1958. Sold with a copy of the book N Class, in which the recipient is frequently mentioned; various individual and group photographic images; and a large quantity of copied research.
A rare Great War ‘airship operations’ D.S.C. group of four awarded to Captain C. S. Coltson, Royal Air Force, late Royal Naval Air Service, winner of the King’s Medal at the R.N.C. Dartmouth in 1913, who was decorated for a well-executed and convincing attack on a U-Boat in February 1917, while in command of H.M. Airship C-22 Distinguished Service Cross, G.V.R., unnamed as issued, hallmarks for London 1917; 1914-15 Star (Mid. C. S. Coltson, R.N.); British War and Victory Medals (Lieut. C. S. Coltson, R.A.F.); together with the Royal Naval College Dartmouth, King’s Medal, G.V.R., 44mm, gold (Chief Cadet Captain Charles Sydney Coltson) the reverse dated ‘1913’, minor edge nicks to last, good very fine and better (5) £3,000-£4,000 --- D.S.C. London Gazette 1 October 1917: ‘For services on patrol duties and submarine searching in Home Waters.’ The original recommendation states: ‘The Commanding Officer would like to submit his opinion that both pilots and crews of airships have behaved exceedingly well, and that if it can be proved that C-22 actually sunk the submarine, the conduct of Flight Lieutenant C. S. Coltson, R.N., should be specially recognised, as it would be a great encouragement to Airship Pilots. It may be pointed out that this officer has shown exceptional coolness and ability in flying since he has been at this station, and the Commanding Officer would further mention that lately the weather has been far from ideal for airships flying owing to strong N.E. winds and low visibility, the position of the station taken into consideration.’ Charles Sydney Coltson, who was born in October 1896, entered the R.N.C. Dartmouth as a Naval Cadet in 1911, and was awarded the King’s Gold Medal on his graduation in the summer of 1913, this medal being awarded to the Cadet whose personal qualities and academic ability were rated the highest of his particular entry. Having then gone to sea as a Midshipman in the battleship Hibernia in May 1914, he transferred to the Royal Naval Air Service and went out to France as a trainee airship pilot in October 1915, gaining flying time in the SS-15 at Marquise. Returning to the Home Establishment, Coltson was appointed a Flight Sub Lieutenant at Pembroke Airship Station in March 1916, and a Flight Lieutenant at Kingsnorth Airship Station in September 1916. Transferring to Mullion Airship Station, Cornwall, in early 1917, under Squadron Commander the Hon. C. M. P. Brabazon, Coltson was awarded his D.S.C for his command of the C-22 on a patrol in February 1917. His official report takes up the story: ‘On Monday 12 February 1917, while on patrol in H.M. Airship C-22, about 10 miles E.S.E. of Falmouth at 0845 I sighted a Norwegian steamer on my port bow with boats lowered. Proceeding over the vessel I noticed a pulling boat returning to the ship and, looking in the direction from which she had come, noticed a large patch of oil on the surface of the water. This I discovered to be the remains of a ship apparently torpedoed, a large quantity of wreckage marking the spot. By this time two trawlers had arrived and, descending to 200 feet, I was able to communicate with them by Semaphore, thus learning that the wreckage was the remains of a vessel torpedoed three quarters of an hour beforehand. I also learnt that the submarine had been sighted for a few minutes, but no information could be given concerning her course. I reported my information by wireless to the station, and then started to sweep to the West and South. At 10:30, while on a course E.S.E. from the Manacles, and position 59 L.F.R., both by D.R. and from the Lizard Wireless, I spotted a submarine coming to the surface one mile on my port bow. She was apparently proceeding West. When her conning tower was above the surface, and the wash of the hull just becoming visible, she must have sighted the airship, and made all haste to submerge again. She had just succeeded in submerging when I got over the spot and the first bomb I dropped fell some way ahead of her and failed to explode. By putting the helm hard over I was able to release my second bomb almost immediately after; this was as near a direct hit as possible, the bomb exploding with delay action fuse directly over the swirl left by the conning tower of the submarine. A large quantity of oil came to the surface as well as numerous small bubbles. Nothing further was seen of the submarine. The bombs were dropped from a height of 1,000 feet. A large steamer of 7-8000 tons was approaching, proceeding up channel, and I signalled “Submarine” to her by flash lamp; whether she took in the message or not I cannot say. It is possible the submarine spotted this vessel and was lying in wait for her. After this I reported by wireless and suggested trawlers should be sent; I then remained in the immediate vicinity for close on two hours, and later for another two hours swept an area with a radius of about 15 miles from the spot. There were, however, no signs of the submarine, which I believe to have been sunk by the second bomb. Eventually I was obliged to return to base owing to trouble with both engines, and the wind increasing, landing at 1505. During the patrol the weather was thick, visibility being between two and three miles, and occasional drizzling rain.’ C-22 was lost in the Channel midway between Land’s End and Ushant on 21 March 1917 - but pilot and crew were rescued. Appointed C.O. of the C-2 in August 1917, Coltson remained similarly employed until May 1918, accompanying research revealing numerous patrols out of Mullion. He was recommended for advancement to the rank of Captain in the Royal Air Force, his Commanding Officer reporting: ‘This officer has flown over 1300 hours on patrol. He has shown considerable initiative and sound judgement in all his work. He has flown in very rough weather, fog and mist, navigating his ship with great skill. He has carried out successfully a large amount of convoy work, and has engaged the enemy on several occasions. In view of this officer’s services and conduct, I strongly recommend him for promotion to Captain, R.A.F.’ Of those engagements, relevant Observer’s Reports reveal Coltson and the C-2 carrying out an attack on an enemy submarine on 9 August 1917 - ‘Dropped two 100lb. bombs about 300 yards and 200 yards ahead of swirl left by submarine ... Landed at 1400. Very gusty wind 25-30 m.p.h. Rough landing, broke forward propeller, two feet tear in envelope forward. Time in Air: 5 hours and 55 minutes. Distance Flown: 200 miles.’ Sadly, however, Coltson’s gallant and promising career was curtailed in November 1918, when he fell victim to the influenza pandemic. He is buried in Berechurch (St. Michael’s) Churchyard, Essex. Sold with extensive copied research including various photographic images of the recipient.
A fine and extremely well documented Great War 1918 ‘Western Front’ DH4 pilot’s D.S.C. group of four awarded to Flight Lieutenant C. F. Brewerton, Royal Naval Air Service and Royal Air Force, who served as a Flight Commander of 2 Squadron, R.N.A.S., and flew countless reconnaissance missions over Belgium - often engaging enemy aircraft, with his aircraft being hit by machine gun and anti-aircraft fire, and two observers suffering wounds as a consequence. Brewerton went on to fly BE2b’s with 20 Squadron on the North West Frontier, with his letters home providing valuable insight into the extreme dangers of flying during that conflict. He commanded No. 423 (Fleet Spotter) Flight, Malta, and was killed in a flying accident whilst piloting a Bison, 18 January 1927 Distinguished Service Cross, G.V.R., hallmarks for London ‘1917’; British War and Victory Medals, with M.I.D. oak leaves (Capt. C. F. Brewerton. R.A.F.); India General Service 1908-35, 2 clasps, Waziristan 1919-21, Waziristan 1921-24 (F/O. C. F. Brewerton. R.A.F.) with unofficial retaining rod between clasps, mounted for wear, edge bruising, very fine (4) £3,000-£4,000 --- D.S.C. London Gazette 17 April 1918 (in joint citation with H. A. Furniss, R.N.A.S.): ‘For skill and courage displayed by him in carrying out many long and valuable photographic reconnaissance's over enemy territory, particularly over Ostende, on 21 February 1918.’ Cyril Fraser Brewerton was born in Sevenoaks, Kent in 1898. He was appointed Flight Sub Lieutenant (on probation) in the Royal Naval Air Service in July 1916. Brewerton carried out pilot training at R.N.A.S. Chingford, and gained his ‘Wings’ in December 1916. He was posted as a pilot to R.N.A.S. East Fortune at the end of January 1917, and subsequently to Pembroke and Dover in the following months. Brewerton was posted for operational service with 2 Squadron, R.N.A.S., on the Western Front, 1 September 1917. The Squadron was employed primarily in DH4’s on photographic reconnaissance and light bombing operations. Brewerton’s Log Book shows him as flying numerous photographic reconnaissance operations over Ostende and Nieuport throughout September 1917, including carrying out spotting for Monitors. He continued in a similar role, also covering Bruges, the following month - including 27 October 1917, ‘Photos: Attacked by 5 E.A. at long range on return.’ (Log Book refers) Four days later Brewerton was carrying out another reconnaissance over the same target, ‘Escort to photo m/c. Attacked two E.A. on return, gun jammed and just before crossing the lines was attacked by high patrol of 6 E.A. Gunlayer wounded in arm after shooting one down.’ Brewerton carried out a large number of reconnaissance missions into the New Year, including a two and half hour flight to Ostende, 21 February 1918. In a letter to his mother dated, 30 March 1918, Brewerton writes: ‘I got the D.S.C. the other day so I am quite pleased with life. I expect it will be in the papers in a day or two so look out for it...’ 2 Squadron was renumbered 202 Squadron with the formation of the Royal Air Force in April 1918. Brewerton, who had advanced to Captain, stayed on with the squadron and was flying DH4 A7632 when his aircraft was hit by anti-aircraft fire over Ostende, 13 June 1918. His Observer, Lieutenant M. G. English, was wounded. Brewerton’s letters home hint at difficult times, including one written, 15 June 1918: ‘I have got some fairly interesting news for a change and that is that I have been given a home job for a few months at Dover for a rest. I have had some rather rotten trips just lately ending up with my observer getting a piece of shell in his head over Hunland, so the CO put in for me to go to a home job for a bit...’ Brewerton was appointed to the command of No. 491 (Light Bomber) Flight in June 1918. The latter flew DH9’s from Guston Road, Dover, and Brewerton’s Log Book states, ‘total time at Guston Road on Submarine Patrols 70 hours.’ Brewerton advanced to Flying Officer in August 1919, and was posted for operational flying with 20 Squadron (BE2b’s) in India in February 1920. In a letter to his mother, dated 24 January 1921, Brewerton offers the following insight: ‘We ‘beat up’ some tribesmen yesterday and had the satisfaction of killing two women as well as several men. The women are much worse than the men up here if you are captured, one day I will tell you some stories about them.’ To put the above into context, there were examples of women carrying out castration amongst other atrocities on those being unfortunate enough to be captured. Brewerton was subsequently appointed to the command of No. 423 (Fleet Spotter) Flight, Malta, and was killed in a flying accident, 18 January 1927. The following official statement was issued by the R.A.F. at the time: ‘The Air Ministry regrets to announce that as a result of an accident at Malta to an Avro Bison of No. 423 Flight on January 18 Flight Lieutenant Cyril Fraser Brewerton, D.S.C., Royal Air Force, the pilot of the aircraft; Edwin Chafe, Lieutenant, Royal Navy; Lieutenant Guy Owen Owens-Jones, Royal Navy and J.39729 Leading Telegraphist George William Burton, Royal Navy, were killed. The aeroplane had just taken off, and, still flying directly into the wind, approached the coast where the cliff is about 300 feet high. Here the air was unusually disturbed by a gusty wind blowing seawards at about 30 miles an hour. The machine, at a height of 50 feet was thrown out of control, the starboard lower wing struck the ground near the cliff edge, and the machine plunged into the sea. There is no indication of any defect in the aircraft or engine. Flight Commander C. F. Brewerton, who commanded the Flight, was a most skilful pilot, with many years’ experience, both during and since the war.’ Brewerton’s brother Eric, who had been awarded a D.F.C., was officer commanding of No. 440 (Fleet Reconnaissance) Flight also based on Malta, at the same time as the accident. Flight Lieutenant Brewerton is buried in Pieta Cemetery, Malta. M.I.D. unconfirmed. Sold with the following original documentation: Royal Naval Air Service Pilot’s Flying Log Book (8 September 1916 - 11 February 1919); R.N.A.S. Pilot Graduation Certificate, dated 13 December 1916; 3 Service and Conduct Certificates; Gunnery and Bomb Dropping Qualification Certificates; 6 Appointment and Posting Certificates; several photographs of recipient from service; a large number of letters, predominantly written to recipient’s mother and mostly on R.N.A.S. Station East Fortune letter headed paper, from wartime service including on the North West Frontier; with other ephemera.
A fine Great War ‘1917’ FE2d and DH4 Ace’s M.C. group of three awarded to Major H. R. Harker, Royal Flying Corps and Royal Air Force - a skilled Flight Commander with 57 Squadron, who extricated his bomber formation from a dog fight with a vastly superior numbered German force led by Lothar Von Richthofen, 30 April 1917. A veteran of such skirmishes during ‘Bloody April’, Harker went on to claim at least 5 Victories before tragically succumbing to the Spanish Flu pandemic of 1919 Military Cross, G.V.R., reverse engraved ‘1917 Awarded To 2nd Lieut. (Temp. Capt.) H. R. Harker. R.F.C. “Consistently Set A Splendid Example To His Brother Officers” Died 27.2.1919 Major In R.A.F.’; British War and Victory Medals, with M.I.D. oak leaves, mounted upside down (Capt. H. R. Harker. R.F.C.) mounted for display, good very fine (3) £3,000-£4,000 --- M.C. London Gazette 9 January 1918: ‘For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty. For nearly a year he has carried out extremely valuable work in taking aeroplane photographs and leading bombing raids far behind the enemy lines, often in the face of great opposition and trying weather conditions. On a recent occasion while returning from a successful bombing raid his formation was attacked by more than twice its number but by his fine offensive spirit and skilful leadership the enemy were dispersed. He has consistently set a splendid example to his brother officers.’ M.I.D. London Gazette 27 May 1919. Howard Redmayne Harker was born in May 1891, and was the son of Mr and Mrs J. D. Harker of Prestwich, Manchester. He was educated at Laurence House School, St. Annes-on-Sea, Rossall School and Manchester University. Harker had been a member of the university O.T.C., and upon leaving in 1913 was employed in the Experimental Department of the Royal Air Craft Factory. Eventually, despite deferment because of important war work, he successfully obtained a commission as a Second Lieutenant in the Royal Flying Corps in April 1916. Harker gained his Royal Aero Club Certificate (No. 2945) in May 1916, and having completed his flying training advanced to Flying Officer the following month. He was posted for operational flying with the newly formed 57 Squadron (FE2d’s) to France, 16 December 1916. The Squadron were employed on fighter reconnaissance duties, and Harker achieved their first victory when flying with Second Lieutenant V. D. Fernauld (an American) as his observer, 24 March 1917. The Combat Report gives the following: ‘FE2d A/1954, armed with 2 Lewis guns, Pilot 2/Lt. H. R. Harker, Observer 2/Lt. V. D. Fernauld engaged a hostile aircraft at 1145, east of Lens, at 9,000ft. The H.A. was a signle seat tractor biplane with one or two fixed guns. The H.A. was engaged from above on his right side with the sun behind the FE2d. A burst of about 20 rounds was fired, from almost directly above the H.A. at a range of less than 50 yards, by the Oobserver. The tracer bullets were seen entering the engine and fuselage, and H.A. went down practically vertically, twisting about....’ The superiority of the German aircraft was to come to the fore the following month, known as ‘Bloody April’, when the Squadron lost a number of pilots in combat. Harker wrote home, 7 April 1917: ‘We are having quite a busy time of late for reasons which you will gather by the time you get this letter and see its date. We are engaged in the somewhat arduous and occasionally mildly exciting task of gaining what the politicians love to call ‘The supremacy of the air.’ I have for the third time been appointed acting Flight Commander and may possibly remain so this time. The man who relieved me of my temporary command the last time went over the line yesterday morning and the unkind Huns promptly shot him down and he landed within 50 yards of our outposts in front of the Hindenburg line. He is now in ‘Blighty’ I expect. He was luckier than the other four machines, which did not return all... This particular patrol were asked to do a well nigh impossible task which we have not been required to repeat so you need not think I am likely to follow them... It is somewhat parky in the upper atmosphere just now and many of us are suffering from mild frostbite...’ A ‘scrap’ with Lothar Von Richthofen Harker led a bombing formation, 30 April 1917, which had a brush with Lothar von Richthofen: ‘Forty minutes after his destruction of the 16 Squadron BE, Lothar Von Richthofen and his command, together with elements of Jasta 12, spotted a formation of FEs in the morning light. The FEs, led by Captain H. R. Harker (A6401), were from 57 Squadron. Earlier at 06.50 the British had spotted German fighters over Lécluse but, outnumbered as they were, had decided that discretion was the better part of valour and withdrew. At 07.00 over Vitry, they were approached by yet another formation of enemy scouts, six above them and three others at their own altitude. In the initial attack, two of the FE’s fell, one to Lothar, the other to the leader of Jasta 12, Adolf von Tutschek.... Another of the FE’s (A1966) was picked off by the three enemy scouts operating at the lower level.... An enemy machine was also hit, going down two miles SW of Douai. Yet another of the German planes went down under the fire of the FE’s, landing near to Vitry at 07.15. The German losses were soon more than made good by the arrival of reinforcements.... Still the Germans continued not to commit themselves to an all-out attack, a situation which allowed Harker and three other FE’s to edge their way slowly back to the British lines.’ (Under the Guns of the German Aces, by N. Franks and H. Giblin refers). It is highly likely that the above action is one the one referred to in the recipient’s M.C. citation. Harker advanced to Acting Captain and Flight Commander after ‘Bloody April’. The Squadron re-equipped with DH4’s in May 1917, and was tasked with long range bomber reconnaissance. It moved to Boisdinghem the following month, and joined the 27th Wing as part of V Brigade. The latter was employed in support of the British Army during the Ypres Offensive, and this new role seems to have suited Harker as he added at least another 4 enemy aircraft to his score between 18 June - 21 August 1917 (some sources credit him with 7 enemy aircraft shot down). Having completed his tour with 57 Squadron, Harker returned to the UK at the end of August 1917. Subsequent appointments included as Acting Squadron Commander of 3 I.T.S., and also instructing at No. 2 School of Navigation and Bomb Dropping, R.A.F. Andover. He advanced to Acting Major in October 1918, and tragically succumbed to the then raging Spanish Flu pandemic, dying at the Officer’s Military Hospital at Tidworth, 27 February 1919. Major Harker was mentioned in despatches for his work at Andover, and this was posthumously gazetted. He is buried in the Southern Cemetery, Manchester. Sold with a large amount of copied research, including photographic images.
A German Second War Luftwaffe Bomber Clasp in Bronze. A good example, by R.S. & S., with good finish remaining to the face of the award with all the patinated finish to the diving bomb intact. Maker marked to reverse, Tombak construction, central delicate rivet holding the diving bomb to the main award, with its original wide tapering pin, hook and hinge, some very light corrosion in places, otherwise good condition £80-£100
A Great War ‘Western Front’ D.C.M. group of four awarded to Private W. Bute, 1st/3rd (City of London) Battalion, London Regiment, Territorial Force, who was killed in action on 12 September 1916 Distinguished Conduct Medal, G.V.R. (1783 Pte. W. Bute. 1/3 Lond: R.-T.F.); 1914-15 Star (1783. Pte. W. Bute, 3-Lond. R.); British War and Victory Medals (1783 Pte W. Bute. 3-Lond. R.) mounted court-style for wear, traces of lacquer, nearly extremely fine (4) £1,200-£1,600 --- D.C.M. London Gazette 30 March 1916: ‘For conspicuous gallantry in helping under very trying circumstances to get the wounded out of a trench which was being bombarded by heavy bombs.’ Wilfred Bute was born in Walthamstow and attested for the 1st/3rd (City of London) Battalion, London Regiment, Territorial Force in August 1914. Serving on the Western Front from 6 January 1915, he was one of two men awarded the D.C.M. for assisting to evacuate casualties on 23 September 1915 following the explosion of an enemy minewerfer bomb in a battery of gas cylinders. Supporting research states that it was the first time that he had experienced gas. He was killed in action almost a year later at Leuze Wood on 12 September 1916; he has no known grave and is commemorated on the Thiepval Memorial, France. Sold with original cap badge and detailed copied research.
The outstanding Second War ‘V.C. Action’ immediate D.F.M. group of five awarded to Stirling rear gunner, Warrant Officer H. W. ‘Pete’ Gough, 149 (East India) Squadron, Royal Air Force - awarded for his gallantry during the raid on the Fiat Works, Turin, 28 November 1942 - when all the crew were valiant, and his pilot Flight Sergeant R. H. Middleton was awarded a posthumous Victoria Cross. Gough had already flown 32 operational sorties prior to Turin, completing his 30 operation quota, but had decided along with another crew member in a similar position to remain with their pilot until his tour of duty was completed. What followed were two epic flights over, or in their case through, the Alps in an already faulty aircraft that subsequently became riddled with flak and piloted by two gravely wounded men. Gough along with the remainder of his crew baled out over England, thanks to the heroics of Middleton. Gough was unflappable, and no stranger to adversity - his first two operational sorties having been the first Thousand Bomber Raids to Cologne and Essen, earlier in the year. Perhaps it is no surprise then that after the death of his skipper and two other members of the crew, he volunteered to serve with 161 Squadron - a ‘Secret Squadron.’ He flew as an air gunner in Hudsons on at least 24 operational sorties with the Squadron, dropping agents and supplies all over occupied Europe. Gough was forced to bale out again, when on his last operational sortie of the war, 11 April 1945. Returning from a Special Operation to Germany - his Log Book records the incident thus - ‘(Baled - Out). All In The Days Work’ Distinguished Flying Medal, G.VI.R. (1130087. Sgt. H. W. Gough. R.A.F.) suspension claw re-pinned, and slack; 1939-45 Star; Air Crew Europe Star, 1 clasp, France and Germany; Defence and War Medals 1939-45, mounted on card for display, otherwise generally very fine or better (5) £6,000-£8,000 --- D.F.M. London Gazette 12 February 1943 (jointly listed with the surviving members of the crew: Flight Sergeant L. A. Hyder [D.F.M.]; Flight Sergeant D. Cameron [D.F.M.]; Flying Officer G. R. Royde [D.F.C.] and Pilot Officer N. E. Skinner [D.F.C.]): ‘On 28th November 1942, these members of an aircraft crew took part in an attack on a target in Turin. Whilst over the target area, their bomber was repeatedly hit by anti-aircraft fire and sustained much damage. A shell, which burst in the cockpit, rendered the captain, the late Flight Sergeant Middleton, VC unconscious and wounded the second pilot Flight Sergeant Hyder in the face and legs. Pilot Officer Skinner was also wounded in the leg. Despite his injuries Flight Sergeant Hyder took over the controls and succeeded in regaining control of the aircraft, which had dived from 2,000 to 800 feet. Later the bomb load was released. Shortly afterwards the captain regained consciousness, but Flight Sergeant Hyder, after receiving first aid, insisted on remaining beside him in case of emergency. On the return flight when crossing the Alps, Flight Sergeant Cameron and Sergeant Gough greatly assisted the pilot to maintain height by jettisoning all moveable equipment. Skilful navigation by Flying Officer Royde enabled the aircraft to be flown back to this country. Shortly after crossing the coast the aircraft had to be abandoned owing to lack of petrol. In the face of almost insuperable odds, these members of the aircraft crew displayed courage, fortitude, and determination of a high order.’ Middleton’s V.C. citation London Gazette 15 January 1943, adds further context: ‘Flight Sergeant Middleton was captain and first pilot of a Stirling aircraft detailed to attack the Fiat Works at Turin one night in November, 1942. Great difficulty was experienced in climbing to 12,000 feet to cross the Alps, which led to excessive consumption of fuel. So dark was the night that the mountain peaks were almost invisible. During the crossing Flight Sergeant Middleton had to decide whether to proceed or turn back, there being barley sufficient fuel for the return journey. Flares were sighted ahead and he continued the mission and even dived to 2,000 feet to identify the target, despite the difficulty of regaining height. Three flights were made over Turin at this low altitude before the target was identified. The aircraft was then subjected to fire from light anti-aircraft guns. A large hole appeared in the port main plane which made it difficult to maintain lateral control. A shell then burst in the cockpit, shattering the windscreen and wounding both pilots. Apiece of shell splinter tore into the side of Flight Sergeant Middleton´s face, destroying his right eye and exposing the bone over his eye. He was probably wounded also in the body or legs. The second pilot received wounds in the head and both legs bled profusely. The wireless operator was also wounded in the leg. Flight Sergeant Middleton became unconscious and the aircraft dived to 800 feet before control was regained by the second pilot, who took the aircraft up to 1500 feet and released the bombs. There was still light flak, some very intense, and the aircraft was hit many times. The three gunners replied continuously until the rear turret was put out of action. Flight Sergeant Middleton had now recovered consciousness and, when clear of the target, ordered the second pilot back to receive first aid. Before this was completed the latter insisted on returning to the cockpit, as the captain could see very little and could only speak with loss of blood and great pain. Course was set for base and the crew now faced an Alpine crossing and a homeward flight in a damaged aircraft, with insufficient fuel. The possibilities of abandoning the air-craft or landing in Northern France were discussed but Flight Sergeant Middleton expressed the intention of trying to make the English coast, so that his crew could leave the aircraft by parachute. Owing to his wounds and diminishing strength, he knew that, by then, he would have little or no chance of saving himself. After four hours, the French coast was reached and here the aircraft, flying at 6,000 feet, was once more engaged and hit by intense light anti-aircraft fire. Flight Sergeant Middleton was still at the controls and mustered sufficient strength to take evasive action. After crossing the Channel there was only sufficient fuel for 5 minutes flying. Flight Sergeant Middleton ordered the crew to abandon the aircraft while he flew parallel with the coast for a few miles, after which he intended to head out to sea. Five of the crew left the aircraft safely, while two remained to assist Flight Sergeant Middleton. The aircraft crashed in the sea and the bodies of the front gunner and flight engineer were recovered the following day. Their gallant captain was apparently unable to leave the aircraft and his body has not been traced. Flight Sergeant Middleton was determined to attack the target regardless of the consequences and not to allow his crew to fall into enemy hands. While all the crew displayed heroism of a high order, the urge to do so came from Flight Sergeant Middleton, whose fortitude and strength of will made possible the completion of the mission. His devotion to duty in the face of overwhelming odds is unsurpassed in the annals of the Royal Air Force.’ Gough’s original recommendation states: ‘Sergeant Gough has completed 32 sorties with this squadron as a rear gunner. These include no less than ten sorties against targets in the Ruhr district and four against Italian targets in Genoa and Turin. On his last trip with this squadron, he was detailed with his crew to carry out a low-level attack against the Fiat works to the South of Turin. The aircraft was heav...
A Great War Medal of the Order of the British Empire group of three awarded to Superintendent R. Burt, London County Council Metropolitan Fire Brigade, for his gallantry in saving life in Long Acre, London, following an enemy air raid on 29 January 1918 Medal of the Order of the British Empire, (Civil), unnamed as issued, in John Pinches, London, case of issue; Jubilee 1897, bronze L.C.C.M.F.B. (Richard Burt); Coronation 1911, London Fire Brigade (Stn. Off. R. Burt.); together with the recipient’s London County Council London Fire Brigade Good Service Medal, 1st type, bronze (Richard Burt) light contact marks, the last somewhat polished and worn, generally very fine (4) £300-£400 --- Medal of the Order of the British Empire London Gazette 7 July 1920: ‘For conspicuous ability and devotion to duty at fires caused by hostile aircraft.’ The original Recommendation states: ‘Present at practically all the large air-raid fires in the centre of London, showing conspicuous ability in dealing with such fires, and was present at the fire in Pentonville Road when bombs were dropped from enemy aircraft in close proximity, one fireman actually being injured by a fragment of a bomb.’ ‘The L.C.C. list of Recommendations is additionally annotated: This list, I understand, is framed on the basis of including only persons who have risked their life in saving life.’ Street (1992a:49) notes this award as being for rescue work at Odhams Ltd., 93 Long Acre, WC, following the air raid on 29 January 1918. Richard Burt was born in Kilburn, London, on 12 July 1870 and joined the London County Council Metropolitan Fire Brigade on 3 July 1891. For most of his career he was based at Headquarters, before being appointed Station Officer at Camden Town on 21 October 1908. Promoted Superintendent on 1 August 1916, he served with the Fire Brigade throughout the Great War, and was awarded the Medal of the Order of the British Empire in July 1920, and retired to pension on 13 September 1920. Sold with copied record of service.
A Second War ‘Malta Command’ B.E.M. group of seven awarded to Lieutenant L. Boyes, Duke of Wellington’s West Riding Regiment, late Private, East Kent Regiment, for gallantry in extinguishing a burning Beaufighter in March 1942 British Empire Medal, (Military) G.VI.R., 1st issue (4398313 Pte. Lewis Boyes); 1939-45 Star; Africa Star; France and Germany Star; Defence and War Medals 1939-45; General Service 1918-62, 1 clasp, Malaya, E.II.R. (Lt. L. Boyes. BEM. DWR.) mounted court-style for display, very fine (7) £600-£800 --- B.E.M. (Military) London Gazette 28 October 1942: ‘In recognition of gallant and distinguished services in the field’ The following recommendation for an Immediate M.M. was submitted by Lieutenant-Colonel D. P. Iggulden, 4th Battalion, East Kent Regiment: ‘Whilst working on Ta Kali at about 18.30 hours in 18 March 192, he saw a Beaufighter, which was near to him, catch fire through an exploding bomb. Private Boyes at once ran to the plane and, assisted by 3856452 Private Haynes of the 8th Battalion, Manchester Regiment and a RAF sentry, extinguish the fire and pulled away the camouflage nets which were also burning. The work was made very difficult by the fumes coming from the fire. The prompt and determined action by them undoubtedly saved the Beaufighter from being destroyed.’ Lewis Boyes was commissioned Second Lieutenant in the Duke of Wellington’s Regiment on 28 October 1944.
WW2 RAF Attributed Bomb Disposal Badges and Ephemera. This group of items appertain to 926271 Corporal John Augustas Kibble MID who served with an RAF Bomb Disposal unit in North West Europe. Including: Cloth RAF Bomb Disposal embroidered badge RAF Service and Release Book RAF 1940 RAF Station Usworth permit Book Life in My Hands by Wally Thomas, who appears to have served with the same RAF unit. The book has a number of ink notes by Kibble giving extra information. Overall GC. Corporal John Augustas Kibble MID The Mention in Despatches is confirmed in the service book and a newspaper cutting. He joined the RAF in May 1940 after service with the National Fire Service. He was appointed I/C of the his Bomb Disposal Unit transport and for these duties he was awarded the MID. Following the D Day landings he saw service in France Holland Belgium Germany and Norway. He was demobbed in 1946.
CLASSIC ROCK/PROG/POP - LPs. Great titles with these 34 x LPs. Artists/titles include Captain Beefheart & The Magic Band - Ice Cream For Crow (V 2237) and Bluejeans & Moonbeams (US SRM 1-1018, in shrink), Soft Machine - Bundles, Jimi Hendrix - The Jimi Hendrix Concerts, Family - Music In A Doll's House (US RE RS 6312), Yes (x4) - The Yes Album, Relayer, Fragile and Close To The Edge (later pressings), The Animals - Animal Tracks (33SX 1708 og - note G/VG), Rev. Gary Davis, Steve Hillage, Atomic Rooster, Groundhogs (x5) - Thank Christ For The Bomb (Fame RE), Split, Solid, Black Diamond and Hogwash, 10CC/related (x7), Jeff Beck, Mike Oldfield, The Style Council and Aztec Camera. Condition is often neat VG+ to Ex+.
Seven posters chiefly c 1990s: Trans Global Underground (30 x 40", folded), Autechre promo (20 x 30"), Bomb The Bass, The Orb, The Shamen, a Trans Global 8 x 10" press photo signed. Originally from the collection of concert promoter 'Mint' who booked an amazing array of artists to perform at The Fighting Cocks and later at the Joiners, Southampton.
THE BEANS - NEUTRON BOMB / SURF'S UP - 7" RARITY. Painfully rare 7" from 1979. Original US Pressing released on Liba Bean Records (LB0001). Condition is VG+ on the A-Side with some light hairline scratches and Ex on the B-Side. The Sleeve appears to be in VG+ condition with some slight splitting at the bottom of the sleeve. Record also includes the credits as a paper insert.
CLUB CLASSICS & HOUSE / GARAGE / TECHNO - 12" COLLECTION. Raise the roof with this killer collection of around 141 x 12". Titles / Artists include Surgeon - Basictonalvocabulary, Africanism - Do It!, Frankie Knuckles - Tears, DJ Pierre - To Tha Musik, Orbital - The Naked and the Dead, DJ Sneak - The Polyester EP, Little Louie Vega - Life Goes On, Richie Rich - Salsa House, Blake Baxter - One More Time, The Remix of Richie Rich's Salsa House, Jomanda - Got a Love For You, Underdog Edits, Djaimin - Give You, DJ Friendly - 9 Song Sampler, Hyper Go Go, The Beloved, Funk D' Void, The Brand New Heavies, The Bucketheads - The Bomb, MJ Cole, Djum Djum - Difference and Dionne - Come Get My Lovin'. Condition is generally VG+ to Ex+.
THE YARDBIRDS AND RELATED - LP COLLECTION. Killer collection of 10 x LP releases from The Yardbirds and related artists. Titles are Shapes Of Things (1984 ltd edition 7 x LP box set, BOX 104, complete with booklet - Ex+/Ex), Sonny Boy Williamson & The Yardbirds (UK '68 RE, SFJL 960 - lovely Ex+/Ex copy), Five Live (mono 1 box RE SX 1677), On Air (BOJLP 200), English Roots, The Single Hits (10" LP), Got Love If You Want It, Shapes Of Things (BOMB 104.5, 2 x LP comp), Jeff Beck - Wired (EPC 86012), Featuring Performances By... and Remember... Condition is typically clean VG+ to Ex+.
A collection of twenty five Commodore 64 cassettes, to include seven boxed games, Bomb Jack (manual), The Staff Of Karnath (manual), Night Shift (manual), Lords Of Time (manual), Snowball (manual), Lord Of The Rings Game One (book) and Advanced Dungeons & Dragons Heroes Of The Lance (book and manual), together with eighteen cased cassettes, to include Nosferatu The Vampire (no manual), Fairlight (insert, manual), Star Paws (insert), Scramble 64 (no manual), Krypton (no manual), Attack Of The Mutant Camels (manual), Ten Little Indians (no manual), Wheelin? Wallie (no manual), Spiders And The Fly (no manual), Crazy Kong (insert), BC?s Quest For Tires (insert), Mikro-Gen (insert)Cassette 50 (insert), Manic Miner (insert), Hungry Horace (insert), Star Wars Droids (insert), Mr. Wimpy (insert) and Jet Set Willy (insert)To be sold on behalf of Monkey World, Dorset
Nine Boxed Dinky Toys vintage diecast model cars and other vehicles to include 222 Hesketh 308 E Racing Car, 604 Land Rover Bomb Disposal Unit with Surveillance Robot Kit (plastic) (damage to end tab of box), 691 Striker Anti-Tank Vehicle, 284 London Taxi, 226 Ferrari 312/B2 Racing Car, 412 Bedford AA Van (split to cellophane), 289 Routemaster Bus & 2x 278 Plymouth Yellow Cabs (diecast condition excellent, boxes vary)
Nine boxed plastic model kits to include 3 x Revell (Sealed Rif RAF & his Spitfire, sealed 57 Chevy, Lil' Johns Buttera's 27 T Touring), 2 x AMT (Sealed Decora show car & Gigantics Colossal Mantis Diorama), 1 x IMAI Captain Scarlet Patrol Car (Built), 1 x MonoGram Cherry Bomb (part built) & Airfix Boeing 737, all appearing complete and unbuilt unless stated
SPIDER-MAN - Light-Up Pumpkin BombThe Green Goblin's (Willem Dafoe) light-up pumpkin bomb from Sam Raimi's superhero adventure Spider-Man. After transforming himself into the supervillain known at the Green Goblin, industrialist Harry Osborne used his signature pumpkin bombs in several offensive ways, such as explosives and bladed weapons. This spherical orange plastic and metal bomb features a button-like accent on one side decorated with a series of eight raised light details. It is decorated throughout with a series of textured rectangular elements with angled corners. Pressing the button causes several accents on the bomb to illuiminate and flash. It comes complete with a plug-in charger and exhibits minor signs of wear and scuffing throughout. Dimensions: 9.5" x 8" x 5.5" (24.25 cm x 20.5 cm x 14 cm)Contains electronics; see notice in the Buyer's Guide. Estimate: $3,000 - 5,000This lot will be auctioned on Tuesday, June 21st. The auction will begin at 8:00am PDT and lots are sold sequentially via live auctioneer; tune in to the live streaming broadcast on auction day to follow the pace. Note other lots in the auction may close on Wednesday, June 22nd; Thursday, June 23rd; or Friday, June 24th.
STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI (1983) - Rebel Bunker BombA Rebel bunker bomb from Richard Marquand's Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. Han Solo (Harrison Ford) and his squad of Rebel commandos used a series of bombs, or sequencer charges, to blow up the Endor shield generator bunker. This prop bomb, sometimes known as a 7-PrG Proton Grenade, is constructed of a resin outer shell painted brown with red and yellow details, affixed with metal grates and screws on the outside, and a metal internal mechanism that clicks when the top knob is turned to start the countdown. It is labeled with intergalactic text reading "aurebesh" on a sticker affixed to the side. It exhibits signs of wear from age and use including some scuffing, a section chipped out of the base, wear to its paint, and minor rusting to the metal. Dimensions: 4.5" x 4.5" x 5.5" (11.5 cm x 11.5 cm x 14 cm) Estimate: $20,000 - 30,000This lot will be auctioned on Tuesday, June 21st. The auction will begin at 8:00am PDT and lots are sold sequentially via live auctioneer; tune in to the live streaming broadcast on auction day to follow the pace. Note other lots in the auction may close on Wednesday, June 22nd; Thursday, June 23rd; or Friday, June 24th.
TERMINATOR 3: RISE OF THE MACHINES - Screen-Matched Full-Size Terminator (Arnold Schwarzenegger) T-850 Series Model 101 PuppetA screen-matched, full-size Terminator (Arnold Schwarzenegger) T-850 Series model 101 puppet from Jonathan Mostow's sci-fi action sequel Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines. The highly-damaged Terminator threw himself under a closing bomb door to allow John Connor (Nick Stahl) and Kate Brewster (Claire Danes) to get to safety. Details on this puppet's belt screen-match it to shots in the sequence where the Terminator stopped the TX (Kristanna Loken) from crawling under the door by shoving his last fuel cell into her mouth and destroying them both in the explosion. The teeth pattern on the jacket also matches it to shots of the same scene featured in the blooper reel.Created by Stan Winston, this full-size puppet was created for shots of the damaged Terminator and appeared multiple times throughout "The Making of Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines" and "Terminator 3: The Deterioration of the T-850 aka Arnold Schwarzenegger."This full-size puppet consists of a silver-colored metal, resin, and rubber endoskeleton affixed in several areas with silicone skin and bloody flesh accents. The outermost layer of the statue features extensively damaged sections of the Terminator's signature wardrobe, including a black leather jacket; a cotton shirt, a black leather glove; black leather pants; a black leather belt and a black leather boot. The fully-detailed silicone head features synthetic hair and a replica face added to complete the lot with a large section of exposed endoskeleton.The head and torso are packed in the interior with extensive untested cable-controlled mechanisms which are exposed on the back as well as a metal rod which sets it on a black wooden base. It exhibits signs of wear from age and use on the silicone elements. Dimensions: 30" x 28" x 72" (76.25 cm x 71.25 cm x 183 cm)Contains electronics; see notice in the Buyer's Guide.Special shipping required; see notice in the Buyer's Guide. Estimate: $40,000 - 60,000This lot will be auctioned on Tuesday, June 21st. The auction will begin at 8:00am PDT and lots are sold sequentially via live auctioneer; tune in to the live streaming broadcast on auction day to follow the pace. Note other lots in the auction may close on Wednesday, June 22nd; Thursday, June 23rd; or Friday, June 24th.
ARMAGEDDON - Spacesuit Components and Prototype HelmetSpacesuit components from Michael Bay's sci-fi adventure Armageddon. A group of wildcatters wore their spacesuits as they teamed with astronauts to plant a nuclear bomb on the surface of an asteroid to prevent it from destroying the Earth.Constructed primarily from a gray and green heavy-weave, nylon-like material, this costume consists of a zip-up, long-sleeve top affixed with metal, foam and plastic piping details along the sleeves and a pair of matching pants with rigid black piping around the waist. The pants and top are affixed with a zipper detail which allows the two items to be joined together. Also included are boots and a prototype helmet very similar to the final helmets seen in the film, but with minor details differences. It exhibits production-added staining and distressing throughout. Estimate: $1,500 - 2,500This lot will be auctioned on Wednesday, June 22nd. The auction will begin at 8:00am PDT and lots are sold sequentially via live auctioneer; tune in to the live streaming broadcast on auction day to follow the pace. Note other lots in the auction may close on Tuesday, June 21st; Thursday, June 23rd; or Friday, June 24th.
BATMAN FOREVER - The Riddler's (Jim Carrey) Functioning Bat BombThe Riddler's (Jim Carrey) functioning bat bomb from Joel Schumacher's superhero sequel Batman Forever. Criminal mastermind The Riddler used a series of custom-made bombs to destroy the Bar Cave after he infiltrated Wayne Manor with crime partner Two-Face (Tommy Lee Jones). The green resin bomb consists of a small head, a larger body decorated with a black question mark emblem, two wings, and an adjustable head. It exhibits some minor paint chipping on the bases of the wings and along the ears. Dimensions: 6" x 3" x 2.5" (15.25 cm x 7.75 cm x 6.5 cm) Estimate: $4,000 - 6,000This lot will be auctioned on Tuesday, June 21st. The auction will begin at 8:00am PDT and lots are sold sequentially via live auctioneer; tune in to the live streaming broadcast on auction day to follow the pace. Note other lots in the auction may close on Wednesday, June 22nd; Thursday, June 23rd; or Friday, June 24th.
NARCOS - Jaime's (German De Greiff) Suitcase BombJaime's (German De Greiff) suitcase bomb from the drama series Narcos. In the Season 1 episode "Explosivos," Jaime unwittingly carried a suitcase bomb aboard an airplane under the orders of El Patron (Wagner Moura).The plastic and metal combination lock Echolac suitcase contains a Slim Line tape recorder shell with a removable lid that reveals a faux bomb contraption inside. The suitcase exhibits cracking with repairs and the tape recorder's internal elements are loose. Dimensions: (suitcase) 18" x 13" x 5" (46 cm x 33 cm x 13 cm); (tape recorder) 5.5" x 10" x 2.25" (14 cm x 25 cm x 6 cm) Estimate: $800 - 1,200This lot will be auctioned on Thursday, June 23rd. The auction will begin at 8:00am PDT and lots are sold sequentially via live auctioneer; tune in to the live streaming broadcast on auction day to follow the pace. Note other lots in the auction may close on Tuesday, June 21st; Wednesday, June 22nd; or Friday, June 24th.
ROBOCOP 1987 - RoboCop's (Joel Kinnaman) Glove DisplayRoboCop's (Joel Kinnaman) glove display from Jose Padilha's sci-fi action remake RoboCop. After nearly being killed by a car bomb, police officer Alex Murphy was turned into a cyborg known as a Robocop with one black robotic hand.This lot consists of a black foam latex glove etched with futuristic designs and ornately detailed with plates and joints along the fingers to appear robotic. It comes mounted to a black and red acrylic display base. The glove exhibits visible cracking and splitting from production wear and age, most notably on the palm. Estimate: $800 - 1,200This lot will be auctioned on Thursday, June 23rd. The auction will begin at 8:00am PDT and lots are sold sequentially via live auctioneer; tune in to the live streaming broadcast on auction day to follow the pace. Note other lots in the auction may close on Tuesday, June 21st; Wednesday, June 22nd; or Friday, June 24th.
SUPERMAN FRANCHISE (1978-1987) - Set of Three Daily Planet CoversThree Daily Planet covers from Richard Donner's Superman and Richard Lester's Superman III. This set consists of a production-made Daily Planet prototype cover headlined "Blue Bomb Buzzes Metropolis" on New York Times paper; a Daily Planet cover headlined "Ross Webster Foiled by Superman"; and a third cover headlined "City Councillors Give Go Ahead to New Community Open Space." All three covers are printed with black ink, double-sided, and folded by production with yellowing, crinkling, and small tears along the edges. Dimensions: 17" x 13" x 0.5" (43.25 cm x 33.25 cm x 1.5 cm) Estimate: $1,000 - 1,500This lot will be auctioned on Thursday, June 23rd. The auction will begin at 8:00am PDT and lots are sold sequentially via live auctioneer; tune in to the live streaming broadcast on auction day to follow the pace. Note other lots in the auction may close on Tuesday, June 21st; Wednesday, June 22nd; or Friday, June 24th.
A presentation model depth charge launcher by Thornycroft, circa 1917: constructed in lacquered brass and stamped 'Thornycroft Patent' to one side with crown and 'GR cipher to the other, mounted on a wooden base, 13cm high (lacks depth charge)*Notes- The first trials of the Tornycroft bomb thrower were carried out aboard HMS Linnet in Portsmouth 22nd June 1917.
ARCHIBALD KNOX (1864-1933) FOR LIBERTY & CO, A RARE PAIR OF TUDRIC PEWTER BOMB VASES, NO.0226, of tapering form with three angular scroll supports, cast in low relief with honesty, the rims set with oval water opals, numbered 0226, stamped 'English Pewter', 'Made in England', 'By Liberty & Co'. (2) 19cm high Literature: See Martin (Stephen A.), Archibald Knox, page 187 View 360 degree spin: https://sarlydro.sirv.com/ELSTOB%2027TH%20MAY/X38.spinCONDITION REPORTGood overall condition, without faults
Low-ownership E-Class in need of a little TLC offered at No Reserve. The E-Class of the 1980s and 1990s were renowned for bomb proof reliability Acquired by our vendor as a planned project, a loss of his storage unit enforces its sale Very good interior, however, the car appears to have been painted previously and would benefit from a refresh Comprehensive service record with just three former keepers (believed to have been one family) An affordable way to enter 'modern classic' ownership and offered at No Reserve Viewing is highly recommended and vehicles will be available for viewing at the venue on Thursday 16th and Friday 17th June between 10am and 5pm, and then from 9am on Saturday 18th ahead of the auction which begins at 10.30am. SpecificationMake: MERCEDESModel: E CLASSYear: 1994Chassis Number: WDB1240222C126643Registration Number: L909 MHHTransmission: AutomaticEngine Number: 11196022055743 Drive Side: Right-hand DriveOdometer Reading: 88500 MilesMake: RHDInterior Colour: VelourClick here for more details, condition report and images
A black and white photographic print showing the crew of Frenesi I, 19.5 x 21.5cm, together with a Ryan Dorling lithograph print of the Frenesi returning to Rougham, 33 x 48cm. (2)Lieutenant Colonel Wiilliam (Bill) F. Celey (1916-1992) was the pilot of B17G Flying Fortress, 33rd BS 94th Bomb Group based at Rougham, Suffolk. Celey flew B17G-142-39775 nicknamed Frenesi and the aircraft was significantly damaged during a bombing raid on Brunswick, 11 January 1944. 6 crew baled over enemy territory whilst Celey managed to fly the aircraft back to base with 3 wounded Gunners.
** δ Banksy (b.1974)Bomb LoveScreenprint in pink and black, 2003, numbered from the edition of 600 in pencil, printed and published by Pictures on Walls, London, on wove paper, the full sheet printed to the edges, sheet 696 x 495mm (27 3/8 x 19 1/2 in)This work is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity issued by Pest Control Office.WE ARE PLEASED TO OFFER FREE INSURED SHIPPING WORLDWIDE FOR ALL LOTS IN THIS AUCTION.δ This lot is sold subject to Artists Resale Rights, details of which can be found in our Terms and Conditions.** This lot has been imported from outside the United Kingdom to be sold at auction under temporary importation, and therefore the buyer must pay the import VAT at a rate of 5%. On proof of export outside the United Kingdom, this duty can be refunded.
LIBERTY RECORDS - LP PACK. A glorious pack of 9 LPs, mostly original UK pressings released on Liberty Records, or label associated groups. Artists/ titles include The Hour Glass - S/T (LBS 83129, UK stereo. Blue label. Record Ex/ sleeve Ex), Groundhogs inc Blues Obituary (LBS 83253, UK press on black label. Ex+/ Ex), No Surrender (HTD LP2, Ex+/ Ex), Thank Christ For The Bomb (LBS 83295, UK stereo, blue label. Record Ex/ sleeve has a couple of small tears on the cover, VG), Split (LBG 83401, UK black label. Ex/ Ex), Hogwash (UAG 29419, UK press. VG+/ VG+). Aynsley Dunbar inc The Aynsley Dunbar Retaliation (BTS4, Ex/ Ex), Blue Whale (CR 30142, Ex/ VG+) & The World - Lucky Planet (LBS 83 419, German pressing. Ex+/ Ex).
The Jam: An Acetate Recording Of The Double-A Side Single David Watts/'A' Bomb In Wardour Street,1978,double-sided 7inch disc, Abbey Road Studios labels with recording details in ballpoint/felt-tip pen, together with a handwritten note on Super Mailing Jacks Service Polydor stationery, Dear Ravenscroft, Herewith the Jam single. The a side is David Watts which is actually a Ray Davis song...the release date is 28th July...They play Reading on the Friday 25th August, John Peel's track timings and band name handwritten on plain die-cut paper sleeveFootnotes:The present single was released on the 28th July 1978, with the first play of 'David Watts' on the John Peel Show airing the day before. 'A Bomb In Wardour Street' was played almost a month later on the 25th August, and while uncertain, it is possible that this is the acetate used to play both tracks. Per the letter's invitation, John Peel attended Reading Festival and watched The Jam perform - the 25th August edition of the show was pre-recorded so that John could attend the festival. The single peaked in the UK charts at number 25, before featuring in their third studio album 'All Mod Cons'.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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