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Bosleys Military Auctioneers
Lot 430

German Third Reich WW2 Kriegsmarine Naval Officer Dagger by Eickhorn, Solingen Good scarce example, the fullered plated blade etched either side with anchor foliate panels; maker pre 1941 squirrel logo to forte. Gilded brass eagle and swastika pommel and fouled anchor ornamented crossguard; wire bound cream celluloid twist grip; complete with locking-catch and release button. Housed in gilt metal lightening bolt scabbard with oakleaf bands retaining two loose rings. One or two dents to scabbard, minor service wear GC.

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Bosleys Military Auctioneers
Lot 444

German Third Reich Wehrmacht dress bayonet by Alexander Coppel GmbH (Alcoso), Solingen. Good example with 25 cm plated blade bearing ALCOSO scales logo on the forte. Upward curved crossguard and bird beak pommel with functional eye button Black composite checkered grips. Housed in its blackened steel scabbard. Minor service wear and slight lifting of plate on pommel.GC

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Bosleys Military Auctioneers
Lot 326

George V period Staff Officer's Cocked Hat, Tunic, Accoutrements Staff Officer's Cocked Hat tailored by Hawkes, London. Black silk with black silk cockade, loop of ¾ inch gold 'Staff' pattern lace fastened by a purl button. Gold bullion tassels at both ends. Black oakleaf lace bands between the loop and tassels. Interior with leather headband and silk lining (Part Shot) Complete with white-over-red drooping feather plume GC ... Tunic of scarlet melton cloth with dark blue facings to the cuff and collar. The cuffs are with flaps, mounted with three buttons and two rows of lace. The collar is also with two rows of bullion lace. The plaited epaulettes are with rank insignia denoting a full Colonel. To the left breast provision for medals. Complete with gilt metal buttons. Quilted silk lining to the interior. Scarlet with minor dulling. GC Staff Officer's Aiguillettes gold bullion cord with crimson line, complete with gilt metal tags. Staff Officer bullion sash, 2 1/2 wide bullion belt with two scarlet lines and complete with tassels. Age wear. Overall GC (4 items)

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Bosleys Military Auctioneers
Lot 503

Chilean M1908 Police Bayonet & German Parade Bayonet. This example of the Chilean Police bayonet remains in good condition, complete with scabbard ... Accompanied by a WW2 period German Parade bayonet by F W Holler. Complete with scabbard and brown leather frog. Button absent and blade slack.

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Bosleys Military Auctioneers
Lot 442

German Third Reich Wehrmacht dress bayonet. Good example with 20 cm plated blade bearing Gustav Genschow GECO retailer's logo on the forte. Upward curved crossguard and bird beak pommel with functional eye button but catch AF. Black composite checkered grips. Housed in its blackened steel scabbard. Minor service wear and slight lifting of plate on pommel

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Bosleys Military Auctioneers
Lot 234

China. Newchwang Volunteer Corps button. Good rare gilt brass example by A.M & C, Paris complete with shank. Crown within circlet N.C.V.C. resting in laurel sprays. GC Bob Betts Collection

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Cheffins
Lot 344

A beech framed button back nursing chair, 20th century, the curved back over outscrolling arms, raised on turned front legs and brass castors83 x 76 x 83cmCastors stamped 'COPE'S PATENT'Fabric sun bleachedm a bit tatty and faded in placesDirt build up in places with stains to the top and the button backSkirting fabric very dirty and stained, some piping coming awayMinor tears to the fabric at the seat front and armsLegs knocked See images

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Cheffins
Lot 587

Jeffries Bros., a fifty-eight key Duet concertina, late 19th or early 20th century, the hexagonal body with foliate pierced metal ends and six fold bellows, one end engraved 'Jeffries Bros., Maker, 23 Praed St, London W', in original hexagonal boxEach button plays a different note, however, as it is a duet rather than an Anglo (as previously stated), the notes remain the same when both pushing and pulling rather than a new note.

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Cooper and Tanner
Lot 103

A shell cameo brooch, depicting the figure of a classical female holding a horn or similar instrument; together with a pair of button pearl studs and a naval crown sweetheart brooch set with marcasite and marked 'silver' (the pearls untested and unwarranted)

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Ewbank's
Lot 246

A group of gold items, including a pair of hoop pendant earrings, with hoop fittings tested as 9 ct, onyx earrings with post and butterfly fittings, single hoop earring and floral stud earring tested as 9 ct , with pendant cross, hallmarked 1964 9 ct, dress stud and other loose items Condition Report: gross weight 15 grams button stud is base metal

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Ewbank's
Lot 126

Victorian hairwork bracelet, with blue enamel detail and scroll engraving to the bangle, tested as 15 ct yellow gold, with concealed clasp and safety chain measures 16 cm, with an embroidered bracelet with gilt metal clasp and nine metal buttons depicting a cat chasing a lizard over a wallCondition Report: Hair work bracelet gross weight 7 grams hair is loose from one end of clasp, evidence of some lead solderembroidered bracelet has discolored and some threads missing but clasp opens and close securely, 19.5cm in length some button loops are bent but in usable condition

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Ashley Waller Auctioneers
Lot 2831

A MAHOGANY FRAME GREEN LEATHER BUTTON BACK DESK CHAIR

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Ashley Waller Auctioneers
Lot 2740

A SUPER SAGLESS OXBLOOD WINGED BUTTON BACK RECLINER CHAIR

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Golding Young & Mawer
Lot 663

An oxblood leather club armchair, with button back and loose cushion seat, raised on cabriole legs, 74cm wide.

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Golding Young & Mawer
Lot 632

A set of six early Victorian mahogany dining chairs, upholstered in button back and overstuffed green draylon, raised on turned legs.

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The Pedestal
Lot 152

A vintage G-Plan swan back revolving lounge chair The curved button back, scroll arms and seat reupholstered in cream cotton, with loose squab cushion, on an 'X' form base with castors, 90cm wide, 77cm deep, 97cm high. N.B: This lot is subject to CITES regulations

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Adams
Lot 187

ELIZABETH GAGE: A WATERMELON TOURMALINE, CULTURED PEARL AND DIAMOND BROOCH, LONDON, CIRCA 1995The fancy-shaped brooch set with polished trapezoid and triangular-shaped watermelon tourmalines and an intaglio watermelon tourmaline cabochon, intaglio depicting the mythological Hippocampus and a Greek god, possibly Triton, accented with brilliant-cut diamonds, to a button-shaped cultured Biwa pearl terminal with similarly-cut diamond cap, mounted in 18K gold, signed Gage, partial maker’s mark, English hallmarks for London 1995, with maker’s case, length 6.7cmElizabeth Gage is heralded as a contemporary pioneer of the British jewellery scene, renowned for her exuberant designs that merge colour, texture, and history. Her creations are celebrated for their exceptional versatility, transitioning seamlessly from day to night, reflecting the spirit of adventure in every piece.With a bold use of gemstones and intricate enamelwork, every jewel radiates personality and charm. Gage’s signature style emerges from the narrative imbued within each piece, its story constructed and inspired by the natural world. Many pieces are named after animals; her love of flora and history becomes infused within the nature of her designs, making them not just adornments, but expressions of individuality.Trained as a goldsmith, her mastery of techniques such as twisting and hammering gold allow her to create striking forms that blend strength with elegance. Elizabeth’s signature works include the iconic Agincourt ring and the Templar ring, each a testament to her innovative approach to design, blending ancient influences with contemporary aesthetics.Elizabeth has achieved a number of accolades in recognition of her contribution to the trade of jewellery design and manufacturing, including the De Beers Diamond Award and an M.B.E. Now aged 85, she continues to work closely with her team of skilled goldsmiths to bring each piece to life.Her pieces have earned a place in prestigious collections, including the Victoria & Albert Museum, underscoring her lasting impact on the industry. Elizabeth Gage's jewellery is a celebration of creativity, heritage, and personal expression, cherished by collectors and admirers alike. Condition Report: Watermelon tourmalines of pink and green hues, mainly pink with green banding, semi-transparent, inclusion eye-visible, overall well matched, minor pits and scratches visible under a bright light sourceDiamonds bright and livelyCultured pearl of white tint with some growth irregularitiesStamped GageStamped 750 and London hallmarks with date letter for 1970?Pin closes securelyNormal signs of wear, overall in good conditionTotal gross weight approx. 34.6gAccompanied by case stamped Elizabeth Gage

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Stacey's Auctioneers & Valuers
Lot 2053

A Collection of mod related ephemera including Mod a very British phenomenon book, The Eton Rifles The jam single 7 inch vinyl, Lambretta gloves hat and scarf, The Jam button etc.

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Stacey's Auctioneers & Valuers
Lot 1424

A Victorian double ended sofa with button back upholstery on carved Cabriole legs .

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Griffin's Auctioneers and Valuers
Lot 293

Selection Of Independent Comics to include: Epic Comics A1 1992 Books 1, 2, 3, 4 Full Set: Dark Horse Comics Grendel Tales 1995 Nos 1, 2, 3, 4 full set: dark Horse Comics Aliens V Predator Annual No1 1999: Dark Horse Presents No140 Story by Usagi Yojimbo: Dark Horse Comics Blade Of The Imortal No2 0f 7: Dark Horse Presents Bloodhound: Eclipse Comics  Axel Press Button 1984 No: Cerebus No 0: Fantagor Press Children Of Fire 1987 No1: Millenium Comics Anne Rice's The Witching Hour Nos 1, 3, 4: Adventure Comics Retief and The Warlords Nos 1, 4, 8: Mad Dog Graphics Keith Laumer's Retief Nos 4, 5, 6: Eagle Comics Robo Hunter No1: Icon Comics Mark Millar Dave Gibbons The Secret Service No6. All 27 comics are bagged NM.

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Lot 97

A rare Steiff sample of the limited edition Centenary Alfonzo Teddy Bear, with aged red mohair,  button to ear, 2008 — 13in. (33cm.) high (fading to face, small pen mark to trousers)

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Lot 63

‘Pery’, a very rare Steevans Manufacturing Teddy Bear with button in ear, circa 1918, with light golden mohair, black boot button eyes, pronounced muzzle, black stitched nose, mouth and claws, swivel head, pin-jointed limbs, hump, very rare oval button in left ear embossed ‘STEEVANS PT126846 ENGLAND’ and nine Henley Royal Regatta enamel and cardboard enclosure badges from 1920s and 1930s —10 ¼in. (26cm.) high (fading and some wear) - Christie’s South Kensington, lot 573 16th February 1995 - Steevan’s toys are very rare to find with a label to positively identify them, this bear belonged to William Pery Goodbody (1905-1932), so was purchased in adulthood as a mascot, being educated at Shrewsbury and Cambridge, where he was keen rower, hence all the badges - see Some of our Favourite Bears by Ian Pout, page 29

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Lot 64

‘Boots’, an early German Teddy Bear, circa, 1910, one of Colonel Bob Henderson’s favourite bears, with golden mohair, black boot button eyes, pronounced muzzle, black stitched nose and claws, swivel head, jointed elongated arms, hump, inoperative growler and leather boots with wooden soles and horseshoe edges —24 ½in. (62cm.) high (general wear and thinning, fading, eyes a bits loose, pads recovered, legs not checked under boots); ex lot 31 from Col Bob Henderson collection at Christie’s South Kensington, 5th December 1994; sold with a special hard back edition of the Christie’s catalogue; two original press photographs of Col Bob with his collection and Teddy Girl; a family photograph album, one photo features Teddy Girl; various postcards to and from Bob; and a group of Bear Tracks the journal of Good Bears of the World, the charity Bob help to set up - see Some of our Favourite Bears by Ian Pout, page 41

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Lot 160

A 1930s Merrythought Teddy Bear, with golden mohair, orange and black glass eyes, pronounced muzzle, black stitched nose, mouth and claws, swivel head, jointed limbs with brown felt pads, inoperative squeaker, woven label on foot and celluloid covered button in ear —16 ½in. (42cm.) high (thinning and wear to back, some general wear) - Designed by Florence Atwood in 1930, this is an example of one of their first bears, which made its debut in their 1931 catalogue. Merrythought used this actual bear as a prototype for an edition of The Merrythought Bear, made for TBW in 2022.

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Lot 19

‘Artie’, a Steiff Teddy Bear, circa 1907, with blonde mohair, black boot button eyes, pronounced clipped muzzle, black stitched nose, mouth and claws, swivel head, jointed elongated limbs with felt pads, hump, inoperative growler and small FF underscored button —20in. (51cm.) high (balding to back of right leg and right arms, hole in right arm pad, slight general wear and thinning) - given to ‘Artie’ Cooper father of a Witney resident, soon after he was born in 1906 - This was the prototype for TBW-exclusive Steiff ‘Artie'

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Lot 140

‘Ed (Edward)’, an Omega Teddy Bear circa 1914, the childhood bear of Madeline L Snellgrove, with blonde mohair, black boot button eyes, upturned pronounced muzzle, remains of black stitched nose and mouth, swivel head, string joints with four 1st world war brass military buttons, cloth pads, hump, internal rattle and navy wool coat with burgundy collar and buttons —12 ½in. (32cm.) high (balding and wear, joints re-sewn); and two letters from the original owner asking and delighted that her bear could find a new home

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Lot 155

‘Happy’ a very rare Steiff brown-tipped mohair Teddy Bear, circa 1926, with unusually large glass eyes, with white curly mohair with brown tipping, large clear and black glass eyes with brown backs, pronounced muzzle, brown stitched nose, mouth and claws, swivel head, jointed elongated limbs with felt pads, hump, large growler and FF underscored button ear —24in. (61cm.) high (some fading to brown topping, minimal thinning and a few tiny spots to felt); with string of pearls, crochet collar and self-published book by Rosemary and Paul Volpp ‘The Happy-est Bear - A Biography’, signed and dedicated to Ian Pout - starring on the cover and page 45 of The Ultimate Teddy Bear Book - Happy made headline news when she sold for a world record sum of £55,000 at Sotheby’s 1989; she became so famous, her buyers Rosemary and Paul Volpp then travelled the world with her raising money for charity, until Ian Pout bought the Volpp's remaining collection in 2020

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Lot 30

A rare Strunz Teddy Bear muff with photo of original owner Janie Simpson, circa 1908, with golden mohair, black boot button eyes, pronounced muzzle, black stitched nose and claws, swivel head, broad flat body with jointed arms, hand hole either side of body with striped blue and white cloth lining and two brass hooks for hanging cord —13in. (33cm.) high; a studio photograph by J. Jolly, Carnoustie, Scotland of the owner and her mother with this bears and letter of provenance (bald spots, general wear and thinning, mouth stitched in pink repaired pads and back restuffed) - this bear features on page 19 of The Ultimate Teddy Bear book by Pauline Cockerill - see Some of our Favourite Bears by Ian Pout, page 20

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Lot 91

‘Xenia’, a fine Steiff white mohair Teddy Bear, 1912-15, with clear and black glass eyes with brown backs, pronounced part clipped muzzle, brown stitched nose, mouth and claws, swivel head, jointed elongated limbs with felt pads, hump, inoperative growler and small FF underscored button —17in. (43cm.) high (very slight thinning); and a book of poems ‘The Princess’ by Tennyson; named after Alfonzo’s original owner Russian Princess Xenia, purchased from Barbara Baldwin from the Volpps collection where she was known as Angela; this bear was used to make the Steiff limited edition replica in 2001

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Lot 228

Kanga and Roo No.2, the childhood toy of Anne Darlington, Christopher Robin’s best childhood friend with photos, Kanga and Roo with brown mohair, clear and black glass eyes with remains of pink painted backs and white wool plush front, black stitched nose and mouth, separate Roo with felt ears —13in. (33cm.) height including ears (general wear and thinning); with five original photographs of Anne Darlington playing with Christopher Robin comprising Christopher Robin dressed as Sir Brian Botany in armour and Anne riding a donkey, CR and Anne sat on a motorcycle, CR, Anne and another friend in the sea, probably Seaford, CR and Anne playing with a Steiff Pantom monkey and CR and Anne playing with a pedal car - purchased from Christie’s South Kensington, 11th December 1995, lot 17 - Kanga and Roo were the childhood toy and companion of Anne Darlington. Anne Darlington (1919 - 1958), daughter of W.A. Darlington once drama critic for The Daily Telegraph and author of 'Alf's Button’; was a great friend and inseparable companion to Christopher Robin Milne. The photographs sold with Kanga and Roo detail their friendship. A.A. Milne, who always wanted a daughter, came to love Anne as his own. He described some of Anne's adventures with Christopher in 'Now We Are Six' and dedicated the book of poems to her with the inscription '...because she is so speshal....When Anne and I go out a walk, We hold each other's hand and talk, Of all the things we mean to doWhen Anne and I are forty-two - see Some of our Favourite Bears by Ian Pout, page 22

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Lot 146

‘Quirky’, a rare German green and orange mohair Teddy Bear, probably Jopi, the brown tipped blonde mohair head with replaced button eyes, muzzle with remains of stitching, fixed neck, one half of the body with orange frosting and the with green, brown tipped hand and feet with felt pads and jointed arms —9in. (23cm.) high (a few small holes, general wear and thinning, a few bald spots and hole in one foot pad)

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Lot 26

Four rare large Steiff advertising stamps, circa 1912 for the US market, featuring Dolly Bear, Golliwog, Roly-Poly Clown, dolls, dogs and others, each printed with ‘STEIFF TOYS - Button in Ear - BRAND - MARGARETE STEIFF Co - INVENTORS OF THE TEDDY - BEAR NEW YORK 16th STR.’, mounted on card —12in. (31cm.) wideNotice from the the-saleroom.com: These items are listed on the basis they are illustrative of a bygone culture in which there were different social norms. We understand the potential controversy surrounding this type of item but believe that providing transparent information about historical context fosters greater understanding of our complex cultural history.

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Lot 158

Teddy Bear related items, a rare Clarnico lithographed tinplate Teddy Bear shaped sweet tin —2 ½in. (6cm.) high (some wear), a brass door knocker, a dexterity puzzle, a Bear Brand brass button and Bobby Bear enamel brooch

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Lot 36

‘Stratford’, a Steiff Teddy Bear, circa 1910, with blonde mohair, black boot button eyes, pronounced clipped muzzle, black stitched nose, mouth and claws, swivel head, jointed elongated limbs, hump, inoperative squeaker, FF underscored button and red knitted coat with brass buttons —13 ½in. (34cm.) high (pads recovered, some balding to back of head and general wear and thinning) - purchased from Gyles Brandreth’s Stratford upon Avon Teddy Bear Museum, Christie’s South Kensington auction, lot 145 - features on the cover of Stratford Museum's catalogue as well as Michele Brown's book Edward Bear Esquire - The Astonishing Achievements of the Teddy

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Lot 56

Bristol’, a German Teddy Bear, circa 1910, lost at Bristol Airpot in 2012, with blonde mohair, black boot button eye, pronounced muzzle, black stitched nose and claws, swivel head, jointed limbs, slight hump and inoperative growler —20in. (50.5cm.) high; an original photograph of this bear with the original owner and his sister; a Bristol Airport bag; a Lost Property tag and a newspaper featuring the bear — this much-loved circa 1910 German bear, which was inadvertently left behind at Bristol Airport in 2012 before being reunited with his owner more than a year later. He was bought by Ian from SAS in 2015 - originally he was called Edward Bear was given to Kenneth George Baker by his uncle soon after he was born in 1910. Kenneth was never strong and died at home shortly before his third birthday. He left behind a sister Dora (sitting in the photograph) and younger brother Glyn. Dora became the bear’s new guardian. Dora died childless, aged 80, her bear passed onto her nephew Bob (Glyn’s son). In 2012 Bob moved from South Wales to Cyprus. He flew from Bristol Airport, but when his flight was called, he inadvertently left his family bear in the departure lounge. Bob was already on the plane when he realised and having heard several Tannoy messaged about left luggage being destroyed, he presumed the worse and the bear was lost forever. After a media campaign ‘Bristol’ and Bob were reunited fourteen months later, sadly due to ill health Bob decided he should sell Bristol and find a new home for him.

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Lot 77

A rare British Jazzer gramophone dancing Teddy Bear, circa 1920, with golden mohair head, hands and feet, black boot button eyes, pronounced muzzle, black stitched nose and mouth, wooden square body with wire limbs with circular hands and feet with cotton pads, original blue cotton suit and metal attachment on back to hook onto wire arm from gramophone, so as the record plays the bear dances on the disc — (some wear and fading); and a Brunswick 78rpm of the Teddy Bear’s Picnic (cracked) - lot 191 from Bonhams The Cotswold Teddy Bear Museum Wednesday 1st March 1995 and the original tag is included - there is a known similar Dean’s Rag Book Mickey Mouse toy, so could this possibly be Dean’s? - see Some of our Favourite Bears by Ian Pout, page 21

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Lot 22

A rare German Billy Possum opossum, 1909 with black tipped blonde mohair, replace brown boot button eyes, pronounced muzzle, pink stitched nose and mouth, light brown felt ears, swivel head, jointed limbs with pointed heel and felt pads, tail and inoperative squeaker —13in. (33cm.) high (bald to face and back, hole to chest, two pads recovered and one with holes) - the Teddy Bear was the mascot of President Roosevelt. The new President William Taft adopted this character as his mascot.

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Lot 61

‘Egbert or Savery', a larger 1st World war ‘soldier’ Teddy Bear, belonged to Christine Savery, with pinkish mohair, black boot button eyes, pronounced muzzle, black stitched mouth, pipe-cleaner ears, pin jointed swivel head and limbs —6in. (15.5cm.) high (some general wear); and a letter from a relative of Christine’s saying how happy they were that the bear had come to Teddy Bears of Witney - see Some of our Favourite Bears by Ian Pout, page 28

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Lot 27

A rare Steiff Roly-Poly Teddy Bear, circa 1909, with blonde mohair, black boot button eyes, pronounced muzzle, remains of black stitched nose and mouth, swivel head, round weighted body in six panels with jointed arms with stitched claws and FF underscored button in ear —8in. (20cm.) high (very worn, hole above left eye and head glued onto neck joint) - purchased from Sotheby’s in 1987 from the Kay Desmonde collection - see Some of our Favourite Bears by Ian Pout, page 12

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Lot 133

A rare Schuco clockwork football playing Teddy Bear, 1920s, with golden mohair, black boot button eyes, pronounced muzzle, black stitched nose and mouth, fixed neck, jointed arms and standing on a metal wire frame with two small wheels and a lithographed tinplate clockwork ‘Match’ football, which rotates and pulls the bear along —5 ½in. (14cm.) high (glued onto stand below one foot, some wear, bald spots and discolouration)

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Lot 16

A Lin van Houten (USA) Ideal Teddy Bear circa 1905 replica, circa 1995, with blonde mohair, white and black painted boot button side glancing eyes, swivel head, jointed limbs with felt pads, blue felt hat, rosette and suede handwritten label on foot —10 ½in. (26.5cm.) high

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Lot 182

A post-war Schuco BP Teddy Bear, with brown mohair, black pin eyes, black stitched nose and mouth, metal framed jointed body, brass crown and yellow and green cord with brass BP button —3in. (7.5cm.) high - see Some of our Favourite Bears by Ian Pout, page 18

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Lot 55

Theodora’, a Steiff miniature Teddy Bear, 1910-20, with golden mohair, black bead eyes, remains of black stitched nose and mouth, swivel head, jointed limbs with large feet, FF underscored button in ear and knitted outfit —3 ½in. (9cm.) high (wear and balding, right ear loose at bottom) - owned by a Mrs Gillett, an occasional visitor to Witney, she loved bears and used to search her handbag to look for and then show us her own, of which she was very proud. After her death, her trustees offered this little bear to Witney to find a good home. Janice, Ian’s colleague suggested she would make a good companion for Theodore, she was named Theodora and they have remained together since 2000.

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Lot 66

An American ‘stick’ Teddy Bear, 1910-20s from the collection of Colonel Bob Henderson, with blonde mohair, black boot button eyes, pronounced muzzle, black stitched nose, mouth and claws, slotted in ears, swivel head, jointed limbs, elongated body, inoperative squeaker and knitted cardigan —11in. (28cm.) high (worn, legs need reattaching and pads recovered) - ex lot 28 from Col Bob Henderson collection at Christie’s South Kensington, 5th December 1994 - known at Witney as Bob - and a photograph of Col Bob with some of his collection and Teddy Girl

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Lot 1

A pre-button Steiff skittle Kingpin Bear, with brown burlap plush, black boot button eyes and nose, red felt tongue, felt ear linings, red felt tail coat and crown, the tail coat edged in yellow felt, the crown in gilt braid, spangles and bead decoration, standing holding a wooden staff with chain attached to nose and on turned wooden base —9 ¾in. (25cm.) high (a little faded and dusty) - bears before Teddy Bears - see Some of our Favourite Bears by Ian Pout, page 4

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Lot 23

A fine Ideal Teddy Bear, 1910s, with apricot mohair, black boot button eyes, pronounced clipped muzzle, inset black cloth nose backing, black stitched mouth and claws, triangular swivel head, jointed limbs with felt pads, hump, soft stuffing and ‘I Want Roosevelt Again’ lapel pin —18in. (46cm.) high (slight wear) - see Some of our Favourite Bears by Ian Pout, page 35

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Lot 17

‘Bo’ - Paul Volpp’s favourite bear, a cinnamon centre-seam Steiff Teddy Bear, circa 1905, with black boot button eyes, pronounced clipped muzzle, black stitched nose, mouth and claws, central seam down the front of face, swivel head, jointed elongated limbs with felt pads, hump and inoperative squeaker —24in. (61cm.) high (thinning to backs of legs, gone into three tiny holes, slight general wear and thinning, small stain to one hand pad and small holes to tips of feet pads); and cotton collar - this bear was Paul Volpp's first-ever vintage bear and the start of his collection. Very much his pride and joy.

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Lot 20

‘Dearheart’ - a Steiff cinnamon centre-seam Teddy Bear belonging to Paul and Rosemary Volpp, circa 1908, with black boot button eyes, pronounced clipped muzzle, black stitched nose, mouth and claws, central seam down the front of face, swivel head, jointed elongated limbs with felt pads, hump and inoperative growler —25in. (63.5cm.) high (ankles repaired, balding to back of legs and heels, one heel fraying into a hole, other small bald spots, some general wear, thinning and fading, pads with repairs and conserved with fine mesh and some black stitching replaced); and Teddy Bear necklace - this was the bear Rosemay took with her to shows and, after Happy, her favourite bear

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Lot 161

Didcock, a 1930s Alpha Farnell Teddy Bear, with golden mohair, replaced button eyes, pronounced muzzle, black stitched nose, mouth and claws coming slightly onto pads, swivel head, jointed limbs with felt pads and blue and white woven label on foot —15in. (38cm.) high (slight wear and fading) - Didcock was sold to Witney by a Mr Didcock, a chimney sweep from nearby Enstone. He was given the bear as a child in 1938 - this bear features on page 64 of The Ultimate Teddy Bear Book and Some of our Favourite Bears by Ian Pout, page 31

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Lot 213

A rare Marie Robischon first-ever leather artist Teddy Bear, circa 1994, of beige leather, black boot button eyes, black stitched mouth and claws, swivel head, jointed elongated limbs with light brown leather pads, lace up front, hump, leather lederhosen, floral printed scarf and leather label on back of head —13 ½in. (34.5cm.) high; and Robin the Bear, Marie’s book where this bear is included, page 50 and 51, printed by Verlag Marianne Cieslik

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Lot 14

A Sue Lain (USA) Teddy Roosevelt Bear in Rough Rider uniform and black bear cub, circa 2001, with brown mohair, black boot button eyes, swivel head, jointed limbs, Rough Rider uniform, glass, Roosevelt pin and flag —18 ½in. (47cm.) high; and small black jointed bear on leather rope

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John Taylors Auction Rooms
Lot 52

Silver desk / counter bell, twist action button, Birmingham 1900

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C & T Auctioneers and Valuers Ltd - Live
Lot 129

Grouping of Flying Helmets, including a 1980’s period Soviet Russian flight helmet with original ear cups, wiring loom with plug and brown wool lining; brown leather flight helmet, possibly post war Soviet Russian with padded top, peak, neck flap and blue grey cloth lining to the interior with remains of ink issue stamps; American canvas cloth padded hood /helmet with neck flap and brass press snap button closures; 1920’s / 1930’s black leather flying or motoring helmet with chamois lining to the interior. (4 items)

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Lot 120B

Officers Bicorn Hat, with Post 1902 Button to Royal Horse Guards, this on an ornate backing of gold embroidery, complete with its unnamed carrying tin, the silk lining distressed. Re-offered due to non-paying bidder. Please note that this lot has been imported from outside the United Kingdom and is subject to 5% import duty on the hammer price. Items being exported outside of the UK are exempt from this charge upon proof of export. Any international bidder having items sent to a UK address will be subject to this fee.

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C & T Auctioneers and Valuers Ltd - Live
Lot 41

British Women’s Units Insignia, four Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps (one OSD with blades and safety pin, one with safety pin, one (Gaunt London) numbered ‘G18415’ and another with lugs removed), a solid QMAAC, a pinned Women’s Legion, ATS cap badges & OSD collar (Firmin London), ATS S/Ts, MTC button, WLA badge, BRCS & QAIMNSR collars etc. (24 items)

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C & T Auctioneers and Valuers Ltd - Live
Lot 143

Very Unusual WW2 Possible Airborne Related British Maternity Style Tunic Produced for Extreme Cold Weather, produced in a fine khaki cloth with a large collar having press down snaps. The front with a half zip and button fastener. Two large hip pockets and two breast zip slash pockets. Fixed waistbelt. Interior with a very heavy padded lining. Collar with Gieves label with inked name, but this is not clear. Sadly the tunic has some heavy moth damage. Lieutenant-General Sir Frederick Arthur Montague "Boy" Browning, GCVO, KBE, CB, DSO designed a special pattern of Maternity tunic to wear, which is housed in the Airborne Air Assault Museum, it is possible that this tunic was designed to be worn by the Airborne forces or Glider troops in Norway.

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C & T Auctioneers and Valuers Ltd - Live
Lot 122A

Royal Navy Post 1902 Flag Rank Officers Bicorn Hat, complete with gold lace trim and gold bullions, and correct pattern button, wear around edges of hat, otherwise good condition. Re-offered due to non-paying bidder. Please note that this lot has been imported from outside the United Kingdom and is subject to 5% import duty on the hammer price. Items being exported outside of the UK are exempt from this charge upon proof of export. Any international bidder having items sent to a UK address will be subject to this fee.

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Dreweatts 1759
Lot 518

A VICTORIAN WALNUT AND BUTTON UPHOLSTERED ARMCHAIR BY HOWARD & SONS, CIRCA 1880 The front castors stamped 'HOWARD, & SONS, LONDON' and with Victorian date lozenges for 1880, the rear castors stamped 'HOWARD & SONS, LONDON', one rear leg stamped '15279, 7113', upholstered in Howard ticking 96cm high, 80cm wide, 75cm deep overall Condition Report: Overall there are some scratches, marks, chips, cracks and abrasions consistent with age and use.The buttoned armchair appears to have been recently upholstered with a reproduced printed cotton of a Howard & son patterned fabric, with few signs of use.Please see all the additional condition report photographs through the link on the condition report email as a visual reference of condition. Condition Report Disclaimer

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Griffin's Auctioneers and Valuers
Lot 65

Case of ground-recovered relics from The Civil War, dug from Southern Battlefields & Campsites. To include; Union 3 Ring Minie, Sharps Carbine, Shell Plug, Harness Part, Cannon Primer, Pants Button, Colonial Button & 58. Cal. Ball.

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Sworders
Lot 159

A small late Victorian buttoned leather armchair, c.1890, raised on ring-turned front supports, 69cm wide90cm deep83cm highCondition ReportCrackling and wear present to the leather and a circular stain to the seat. Button upholstery appears to be in good order, and casters. The seat still firm. Overall aesthetic pleasantly distressed.

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