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Lot 504
An unattributed O.B.E., Order of St. John group of three The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, O.B.E. (Civil) Officer’s 1st type badge, silver-gilt, on 2nd type lady’s bow riband; The Order of St. John of Jerusalem, Officer’s (Sister’s) badge, on lady’s bow riband; Service Medal of the Order of St John, mounted as worn, very fine An unattributed Order of St. John group of five The Order of St. John of Jerusalem, Serving Brother’s badge, silver and enamel; British War and Victory Medals; Defence Medal; Service Medal of the Order of St John, mounted court-style for display, very fine An unattributed Order of St. John group of three The Order of St. John of Jerusalem, Serving Brother’s badge, silver and enamel; Jubilee 1935; Service Medal of the Order of St John, mounted as worn, very fine An unattributed Second War group of four 1939-45 Star; Burma Star; Defence and War Medals 1939-45, mounted as worn, very fine (15) £60-£80
Lot 545
An Imperial German Naval Land Pilot’s Badge. A clean example of a late war construction in zinc of the Naval Land Pilots Badge. Only very faint traces of the gilt remaining around the sunrays and within the rank bow at the base of the award. Complete with its original pin, hook and hinge. Although unmarked, amongst collectors known to be manufactured by P. Meybauer of Berlin. Thin tapering pin to the reverse side. Original hook and hinge present, good condition £240-£280
Lot 83
A fine Great War D.S.C. group of four awarded to Gunner, later Lieutenant-Commander, F. Grinney, Royal Navy, who was decorated for his gallant part in the celebrated ‘Swift and Broke’ action of April 1917; he saw further service during the Second World War and died in service on 8 February 1944 Distinguished Service Cross, G.V.R., hallmarks for London 1916, the reverse contemporarily engraved ‘F. Grinney, H.M.S. Broke. 21.4.17’; 1914-15 Star (Gnr. F. Grinney. R.N.); British War and Victory Medals (Gnr. F. Grinney. R.N.) mounted as worn, very fine (4) £1,800-£2,200 --- D.S.C. London Gazette 10 May 1917: ‘Awards for services in the action between H.M. Ships Swift and Broke and German destroyers on the night of 20th - 21st April 1917 ... Gnr. (T.) Frederick Grinney, R.N. (”Broke”) gave orders for the firing of the torpedo which struck one of the enemy destroyers.’ Of the events on the night of 20-21 April, Taffrails’ Endless Story recounts: ‘The vessels on both sides were now a blaze of gun-flashes, which made it very difficult to see what was happening, and Peck, in the Swift, was temporarily blinded by the flame of the 6-inch gun on the forecastle. Losing sight of the enemy for several seconds, and now travelling at full speed, he passed astern of the German line, though not before firing a torpedo at the fifth ship in the opposing line, which probably took effect. Altering course out of the wake of the Swift, Evans, in the Broke, held his fire for a moment to bring the sights of the torpedo director on the bridge on their target. Despard, the First Lieutenant, actually fired it, and after an interval it, or the Swift’s torpedo, fired at much the same time, struck the fifth ship in the enemy line full amidships, to explode in an upheaval of smoke and whitened spray which glowed redly in the blaze of gun-flashes. Both sides were steaming fast. Things were happening in seconds, and once more the Broke’s foremost guns had opened fire. Evans had been steering to ram; but, seeing the ship he was aiming for - G. 85 - struck by the torpedo, realised it was now unnecessary, put his helm to port, and swung outwards for a few seconds to give himself room to swing back again and ram the destroyer astern of G. 85. “If you put the helm over now, sir, you’ll get this next one all right, sir,” said Hickman, the Broke’s navigator, to his captain, who himself was conning the ship. Under heavy fire, and in a coruscation of gun-flashes and the sparkle and smoke of exploding shells, Evans put his helm over and drove straight for his enemy at 27 knots. There was hardly time to breathe, let alone to think coherently. The German, G. 42, increased speed, smoke and showers of sparks pouring from her funnels as she strove to escape. But it was too late. With a grinding thud, and the screech of tearing steel, the Broke’s bow crashed into her opponent’s port side abreast the after funnel. The terrific impact hurled the German practically over on her beam-ends as the Broke’s ram pushed her bodily through the water. It is impossible to describe the sensations of those on board both these ships as the collision occurred - the Broke’s grimly triumphant; the Germans filled with terror-stricken amazement and horror. It was a dreadful moment; but worse was yet to come. Man were screaming and shouting for help as the Broke’s guns, at their maximum depression, pumped shell after shell at a few yards’ range into the mass of men huddled on the deck of her stricken enemy. One of the German’s torpedo-tubes had stuck into the Broke’s side and was torn off its mounting. The anti-aircraft 2-pounders added to the din with their stuttering uproar, while the British seamen that remained alive in the forepart of the ship, with rifles and fixed bayonets, and revolvers and naked cutlasses, headed by Mr. Midshipman Donald Gyles, R.N.R., already wounded by a shell splinter in the eye, swarmed forward on to the Broke’s forecastle to repel boarders. They were taking no chances. No quarter was given. Every German who clambered over the bows was shot or bayoneted. A deadly small-arm fire was poured from the forecastle into the terrified men on G. 42’s deck. Even the officers on the Broke’s bridge used their automatic pistols. Few of their enemies survived the storm of lead and nickel. But the Broke did not escape unpunished. When things were happening every second, it is impossible to describe events in their strict chronological sequence; but early in the action, which cannot have lasted more than a few minutes, a shell explosion on the forecastle had hurled a box of 4-inch cartridges into the air to scatter them round about the bridge, where they burnt with the fierce red glow and leaping flames of consuming cordite. She was also blazing amidships. Illuminated like a beacon, she made a conspicuous target. A hostile destroyer slammed in salvo after salvo until she disappeared into the night. It was nearly impossible to miss at so short a range. In the space of a few moments the Broke was converted into a smoking shambles. In places, her decks were literally running in blood. She sustained 57 casualties, of whom 21 were killed outright, and no part of the ship was immune. Two shells had hit the bridge structure, to kill a signalman, and seriously to wound the helmsman and a man at the engine-room telegraphs. But the former, Able Seaman William George Rawles, who afterwards received the Conspicuous Gallantry Medal for his bravery, continued to steer the ship until G. 42 had been rammed. Then he collapsed from loss of blood. Many casualties had occurred among the guns’ crews of the forecastle through two enemy shells, one of which had detonated projectiles in a ready rack. All the electric cables and voice-pipes from the bridge had been shot away, while the after compass, after wireless-room, and searchlight were demolished. The foremost funnel was pierced through and through by splinters until it resembled a huge nutmeg-grater. A shell passing in through the side above the waterline had penetrated a coal-bunker, to explode in the boiler-room beyond, killing or wounding every man in the compartment and severing the main steam-pipe, from which the steam escaped with a deafening roar. And, besides the damage from enemy shell, the British flotilla-leader had a badly bent and crumpled bow, and two huge gashes forward above the waterline. Dead and wounded lay everywhere. With her bows locked in G. 42, she still steamed ahead, her speed gradually diminishing. Every man in sight on the German’s deck had been killed or wounded. Her stern portion was gradually sinking. Finally it disappeared altogether as the Broke ground her way clear. For a time Evans and his officers thought their ship was about to sink; but, once clear of G. 42, they set about trying to inflict further damage upon the flying enemy. Two were still in sight, one ahead and one to starboard, with the Swift in chase, long flames pouring from the funnels of all three as they steamed at full speed. But the Broke’s speed was dropping fast, and presently an engineer-officer arrived on the bridge with the sad news that the loss of feed-water was so great that she could not steam more than half-speed. He also pointed out that the ship must eventually come to a standstill. Evans accordingly turned and steamed slowly back towards the two sinking destroyers. About a mile from the spot, they passed through a number of German seamen in the water, who cried “Save! Save!” But at any moment the enemy might return to continue the fight. The Broke could not affo...
Lot 461
EARLY 19TH CENTURY: oil on canvas portrait of a gentleman wearing a black jacket and bow tie, apparently unsigned, bears 'Dimes & Elan, Manufacturers, 6 Russell Street London' stamp verso, 60 x 49cm, framed.Additional InformationNumerous tears/old repairs to the canvas. The canvas would benefit from a clean and re-stretching. Craquelure, losses to the gilt frame. The toggle does not move, the trigger does move and the lock button at the back of the mechanism also moves.
Lot 143
A mixed group of gold items, a diamond set gypsy ring, with an old mine cut diamond, in tested 18 ct, on a replacement 9 ct shank, size L, a bow brooch with a swivel clasp and safety chain, an Edwardian pendant with a bird with seed pearls and a garnet, an empty ring mount, size L 1/2, a chain and a loose bolt ring, all in 9 ct, an antique brooch set with seed pearls and red paste stones, in tested 15 ct, with a base metal pin, a pearl, floral pendant, with a tested 18 ct bail, along with a gold plated facetted Rolo link chain with a barrel clasp, estimated length 44 cm and a gold plated curb bracelet with a hollow heart charm in 9 ct, with a vintage boxCondition Report: Old cut ring has had a full shank replacement which is obvious Bird pendant has a missing seed pearl and one of the bird wings is broken off Ring mount is very worn and distorted and has five missing stones.old cut ring gross weight 1.8 grams 9ct gross weight 8.14 grams15ct gross weight 2.67 gramsPearl pendant gross weight 5.87 gramsGold plated bracelet gross weight 18 grams - heart chain is heavily damaged
Lot 212
Victorian oval turquoise blue enamel locket, floral and bow motif set with seed pearls, inside double window containing black and white photographic portrait, in silver gilt, with enamel articulated bail, 5 x 3cmCondition Report: Gross weight 28.9 gramsend of both front and back of bail is missing areas of enamelAll seed pearls are presentvery light scratches and a few pits to surface of enamel on locket and areas of slight yellowing discolouration on front and back and a few darker lines and in pits to surfacelocket opens and closes securely, inside on side has glazed panel the other is missing the glazing
Lot 277
A continental blue enamel open face silver pocket watch , the dial with Arabic numeral hour markers and gilt minute track, gilt hands the case back with central foliate reserve, fitted with a manual lever wind movement.Condition Report: Gross weight 23.7 gramssmall surface chips to enamel around front of case, a few areas of missing enamel on bow, and surface scratches to enamel on back of the case Ewbank's do not guarantee the working order or accuracy of any lots sold.
Lot 103
THE PRIVATE PROPERTY OF A NOBLE ITALIAN LADYAN IMPORTANT DIAMOND BOW BROOCH, BY BULGARI, CIRCA 1960The three-dimensional ribbon-bow set with brilliant and baguette-cut diamonds, mounted in 18K gold and platinum, diamonds approximately 20.00cts total, signed Bvlgari, French assay marks, length 4.9cm, width 5.3cmCf: See Amanda Triossi (2009) Bulgari: Between Eternity and History. From 1884 to 2009, 125 Years of Italian Jewels. Skira Editori, for a comparable brooch, page 304, no. 127. See exhibition of the same title, 22 May - 13 September, 2009 in Rome at Palazzo delle EsposizioniBy the mid-1950s, the house of Bulgari had long consolidated their reputation as a highly esteemed jewellery house, as well as having a clear vision for the direction of jewellery production. Brothers Constantino and Giorgio continued to run and expand the family-owned business, which they had taken over following the death of their father Sotiros in 1932. Giorgio took over the role of the creative director of the firm, grounded in his deep understanding of gemstones and production techniques which he had eagerly absorbed as a youth in Paris learning his trade. In contrast, Constantino was the quieter and more scholarly of the two, preferring to study and research the materials he was working with. Together, the two brothers harnessed the flood of activity and commissions they experienced in the Italian post-war boom of the mid-1950s. The decade saw a return to the display of magnificent stones seen in the 1930s, with diamonds undoubtedly reigning supreme. Yet, what remained was the production of softer and smoother lines which had developed in the 1940s and early 50s alongside the display of flashy diamonds to produce the perfect combination of magnificently crafted jewellery. Asymmetrical bows and knots became a hugely popular motif of this era, created in a host of varying cuts of diamonds.As Bulgari’s reputation grew, so did the confidence of the jewellery house. Constantino and Giorgio knew their supporters had become loyal to their brand, so they made the decision to carve their own path in terms of jewellery trends, moving away from the Parisian styles which dictated the industry heretofore. It was a risk which paid off, allowing Bulgari to cement the particular flair with which their jewellery would be recognised for decades to come. The 1950s also marked a period of spectacular growth for the Italian economy, ensuring Bulgari’s innovations were receiving rapturous support. The post-war decade saw the re-emergence of Bulgari’s characteristic use of colour, as the house began to explore a myriad of bold combinations using precious and semi-precious gemstones once more. This time, however, result of these vibrant colour combinations were widely celebrated by their audience not so much for the intrinsic value of the gemstones as for their striking chromatic effect.Unlike the contemporary houses of the 1950s and 60, the jewellery of this period saw the house enclose important gemstones with soft, smoother outlines, often complimented by marquise-shaped diamonds all facing the same direction. Floral and bow-shaped brooches became hugely popular and Bulgari created a huge variety of different compositions and designs, from bouquets, to brooches depicting a knotted bow, like this lot. Designs such as these were even worn as hair ornaments, by the likes of Ingrid Bergman, Elizabeth Taylor and H.I.H. Princess Sorarya, who were all firm favourites of Bulgari. Indeed, film stars of the late 50s and 60s played a huge role in Bulgari’s enormous success and jewellery of this period appeared in films such as Roman Holiday with Audrey Hepburn and La Dolce Vita.Condition Report: Diamonds: approx. 20cts in total, estimated colour F/G, estimated clarity VS (two small diamonds deficient on the reverse)Signature located on the reverse of the mount, as well as dog's head for French platinum & eagle's head (partially visible) for French 18K goldNormal signs of wear, overall in good conditionTotal gross weight approx. 39.70g
Lot 14
A LATE 19TH CENTURY DIAMOND FLOWER BROOCHOf foliate design, the leaf and bud spray set throughout with old cushion, brilliant and rose-cut diamonds, with ribbon-bow similarly-set, mounted in silver and gold, diamonds approximately 11cts total, French import marks, length 9cm, width 4.8cmCondition Report: Diamonds: approx. 10-11cts total, estimated colour I/J, estimated clarity VS-SI (small to assess)With owl mark for 18K gold important in France, with swan mark for silver imported in FranceSome signs of possible solder repair on the reverseNormal signs of wear, overall in good conditionTotal gross weight approx. 43.10g
Lot 16
A BELLE ÉPOQUE DIAMOND PENDANT NECKLACE, CIRCA 1910The openwork plaque of foliate design, millegrain-set throughout with old brilliant and single-cut diamonds, centring an old marquise-shaped diamond weighing approximately 0.80ct, on a similarly set bow surmount, suspending from a later cable-link chain, remaining diamonds approximately 1.50ct total, pendant length 5.4cm, chain length 43.1cm Condition Report: Main diamond: approx. 0.80ct, estimated colour J/K, estimated clarity VSRemaining diamonds: approx. 1.50ct total, bright and well matchedWhite metal unmarked and untestedNormal signs of wear, overall in good conditionTotal gross weight approx. 13.24g
Lot 27
A PAIR OF GOLD CUFFLINKS, BY HERMÈS, CIRCA 1940Each circular plaque with reeded borders, to a stylised bow-tie terminal with dot detailing via cable-link connectors, mounted in 18K gold, signed Hermès Paris, maker's mark 'SAM' for Strauss, Allard & Meyer, French assay marks, length 2.2cmStrauss, Allard & Meyer were one of the most important box makers, (also making paper-cutters & objects de vertu), in Paris between the two wars (1919-1941). They worked for Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier, Boucheron, Janesich and Hermès amongst others and they were located 19 Rue Louis le Grand in the 2nd district of Paris, then 11 place des Vosges in the 4th district. Condition Report: Normal signs of wear, overall in good conditionTotal gross weight approx. 11.70g
Lot 87
THE PRIVATE PROPERTY OF A NOBLE ITALIAN LADYA LATE 19TH CENTURY DIAMOND AND PEARL OPEN FACE LAPEL WATCH, CIRCA 1890Jewelled keyless manual wind movement, white enamel dial with black Roman numerals and gilt minute track, gilt fancy hour and minute hands, silver-topped gold case, the case back set throughout with old brilliant-cut diamonds throughout, with similarly-cut diamond suspension bow highlighted with a pearl of grey tint, mounted in silver and 18K gold, French import mark, diamonds approximately 7.50cts total, case no. 63137, case width 2.5cm* Please note that the pearl has not been tested for natural origin Condition Report: Diamonds: approx. 7.50-8.00cts total, estimated colour I/J with a couple of K, estimated clarity VS-SIGlass: A crack visible with naked eyeOwl mark for 18K gold imported in FranceIn running condition at the time of inspectionTotal gross weight approx. 34gAn external watch specialist who verifies each watch prior to each auction in order to open them, checks their working condition, mentions any potential damage, mentions any movement ref numbers etc...For any additional assistance, please refer to the department.
Lot 314
Swiss. A gold open-faced watch, circa 1860 Movement: gilded, cylinder escapement Dial: gilt, Roman numerals, engraved centre with foliate motif Case: 18ct, back cover engraved with scrolls and floral design, blank cartouche to the centre, gilt cuvette Signed: unsigned Dimensions: diameter 36mm. Together with an 9ct gold bow brooch. £100-£150
Lot 333
Swiss. A lady’s white precious metal, diamond and sapphire-set cocktail watch, circa 1930 Movement: jewelled, manual winding Dial: silvered, Arabic numerals Case: white precious metal, bow-form design with rows of diamonds and baguette-cut sapphires, hinged back, 18ct white gold mesh bracelet Signed: unsigned Dimensions: length 39 mm x width 19.5 mm. £600-£800
Lot 95
A ruby and diamond jardinière brooch, modelled as a textured crosshatched basket with ropetwist handle with bow detail, supporting a spray of ruby and diamond flowerhead clusters, the stylised leaves with brushed finish, yellow precious metal mounted, the reverse with applied plaque stamped ‘ITALY 18c’, total diamond weight approximately 0.24 carat, length 45mm. £1,000-£1,200
Lot 266
A French late 19th century gold mounted gem-set glass perfume bottle, of cylindrical form, the lid inset with a round mixed-cut amethyst, foil backed, the hinged mount with rose-cut diamond, sapphire and ruby highlights, on a cut-glass body etched with bow and floral garlands, the mount double struck with eagle’s head guarantee fineness marks, height 7.55cm. £1,200-£1,500
Lot 844
MADONNA - 12" SINGLES. A quality collection of 45 12" by Madonna. Includes UK, Japanese, US issues etc. Titles include Dress You Up (P-5202), Borderline (1-23867, Promo), Borderline (1-23867), Like A Virgin, The First Album (923867-1), Burning Up, Keep It Together, Material Girl, Holiday (picture disc), Rain (picture disc), What It Feels Like For A Girl, Bad Girl, Into The Groove, Hanky Panky, Dress You Up, Rain, Borderline, Causing A Commotion, Angel, Holiday, True Blue, Dress You Up, Rescue Me, Live To Tell, Justify My Love, Crazy For You, Open Your Heart, I'll Remember, Take A Bow, Secret, Cherish, Human Nature, Vogue. Condition is generally VG to Ex+.
Lot 907
DAVID BOWIE - DJ 7" (LIMITED EDITION GREEN VINYL - BOW 3). The extremely limited green vinyl 7" pressing of the classic 1979 track. The record (RCA Victor BOW 3) is in lovely clean Ex+ condition showing just a couple of very light and wispy marks. Housed with the original picture sleeve in VG+ condition.
Lot 602
ELECTRONIC/POWER POP/NEW WAVE/ART ROCK - LP/12"/7". Top selection of 10 x LPs/12" plus 2 x 7". Artists/titles are Vic Goddard & Subway Sect - What's The Matter Boy? (MCF 3070 - archive condition record/Ex), The Squad - Out For Revenge (HAV 1397 - Ex+/Ex+ great condition copy with 1 x insert), The Deep Freeze Mice - Rain Is When The Earth Is Television (ERICAT 013 - Ex+/Ex), Devo - Duty Now For The Future (V 2125 - Ex+/Ex w/insert), Dave Ball - In Strict Tempo (BIZL 5), Danielle Dax (x2), 'Be Stiff Tour Sampler' (Stiff Records promo DEAL 1), The Outfield and Bow Wow Wow (x3). Condition is generally clean VG+ to Ex+.
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