1958 Velocette 349cc MACRegistration no. HEP 725Frame no. RS10138Engine no. MAC25076After the First World War, Velocette were firmly committed to two-stroke machines, only turning to four strokes in the mid nineteen twenties with production of the Model K, their first overhead camshaft machine, which appeared in 1925. They continued with other overhead cam models, but did not produce a conventional overhead valve engine until the introduction of the first of the M-series models, the MOV, in 1933. The second of the M-series, all of which featured the high camshaft layout, was the MAC, which arrived later in 1933. It provided a little more power, whilst still catering to the public need for belt-tightening in the austerity of the early 1930s. Its success was demonstrated by its long production run, which saw it through to 1960. Indeed, in one year (1953) it was the only single cylinder model in the Velocette range, appearing with the LE. In 1954 it acquired the swinging arm frame. 'HEP 725' was purchased by the deceased owner in 1991 (receipt on file). It was MoT'd at that time, and may have been used for a short period, but has been dry garage-stored and not used since approximately 1993. It will, therefore, need careful re-commissioning and safety checks prior to use on the road by a new owner. Documentation comprises a current V5C, an old V5C, the original RF60 buff log book from 1958, two old MoT certificates, the aforementioned purchase receipt, and sundry papers. The machine is presently on SORN.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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Property of a deceased's estate 1957 Velocette 349cc MACRegistration no. YKO 50Frame no. RS9306Engine no. MAC24834The MAC, which arrived in 1933, provided a little more power than its MOV predecessor, whilst still catering to the public need for belt-tightening in the austerity of the early 1930s. Its success was demonstrated by its long production run, which saw it through to 1960. In 1954 it acquired the swinging arm frame. 'YKO 50' was acquired by the deceased owner in 1994, and was used by him on dry days, during summer months only, until 2017. The machine has been fitted with direction indicators, converted to 12-volt electrics, and utilises a K-Tec solid state voltage regulator. Documentation comprises a current V5C, an old-type V5C, old-type V5, a quantity of old MoTs, various receipts including a magneto rebuild, and sundry papers. Presently on SORN, the bike will need light re-commissioning and basic safety checks prior to use on the road by a new owner.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
1924 Royal Enfield 8hp Motorcycle CombinationRegistration no. AF 8085Frame no. 21522Engine no. 2406 2749W•Purchased as a restoration project in 2004•Correct sidecar chassis, replica body•Not used for some time•Requires re-commissioningThe origins of the Royal Enfield marque can be traced back to a small light engineering firm - George Townsend & Company - founded in Redditch, Worcestershire in mid-Victorian times. The firm moved into bicycle manufacture and by the turn of the century had been reorganised as the Enfield Cycle Company, makers of the 'Royal Enfield'. The Redditch company built its first powered vehicles - De Dion-engined tricycles and quadri-cycles - in the closing years of the 19th Century, and its first motorcycle around 1900. By 1904 the firm was concentrating on car production, resuming motorcycle manufacture in 1910 with a Motosacoche-powered lightweight. Two years later came the successful 6hp motorcycle combination complete with JAP v-twin sidevalve engine, two-speed gear, and all chain drive. Enfield's characteristic cush-drive rear hub appeared for the first time on this model. When motorcycle production resumed after WWI, the Enfield combination reappeared with an 8hp JAP engine, though this was soon superseded by one of Enfield's own design, manufactured for them by Vickers. Displacing 976cc, the 8hp engine had been redesigned and was being built at Enfield's Redditch works by 1925, at which time the three-speed Sturmey Archer gearbox and hand clutch were adopted for all models except the two-stroke lightweight. Enfield's 8hp twin continued in production as the Model K until 1936, latterly alongside a 1,140cc export version. The machine offered here was purchased as a restoration project by the vendor's late father in 2004. Prior to acquisition, the Enfield had been laid up for many years and consequently required full restoration. Some years after the restoration, a correct sidecar chassis was sourced, and a new body built. Presented in generally good condition, with a charming patina, 'AF 8085' has not been used for some time and will require re-commissioning before returning to the road. Accompanying documentation consists of a V5C Registration Certificate and a comprehensive photographic record of the combination's restoration. An original instruction book, parts catalogue, and 'Hints and Tips' booklet are included in the sale. Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
1932 Velocette 348cc KTT Registration no. VY 3384Frame no. KX4107Engine no. KTT346The Velocette name was rolled out for the first time in 1913, after earlier models had carried the 'Veloce' title. Velocette's first TT victory would not be until the junior race of 1926 with Alec Bennett aboard the firm's radical overhead-camshaft four-stroke Model K, which had joined the range in 1925. Having been firmly committed to two-stroke engines up to this point, the Bennett victory sealed Velocette's change of tack, and thenceforth the company's future would forever be linked mainly to four-strokes. Other OHC models were produced before the KTT appeared in 1928 and attempted to further capitalise on the firm's racing success. The idea is a now-familiar one of the over-the-counter racer. 'VY 3384' was purchased by the vendor in 2007 in the present condition and was used by him for sprints and hill climbs until 2017. No work except basic maintenance has been done during that time on the bike, which has performed faultlessly. However, due to his advancing years, he has reluctantly decided that he must retire from competition. Unused now for three years, the bike will require safety checks and a modicum of re-commissioning prior to use by a new owner. Lubricant is Castrol R40. The machine has benefited from addition of bottom frame rails, which helps to prevent the well-known KTT problem of frame breakage. Also of note is the 4-speed gearbox and hairpin valve springs. Documentation comprises an old-type V5C, together with a continuation RF60 buff log book, which records that the engine was previously KTT 343 which was then changed to KTT309. A subsequent change to the present KTT346 obviously occurred at a later date.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
The ex-Basil Keys c.1932 Velocette 348cc KTT/KSS Frame no. KT 1460 (see text)Engine no. KTT 308 (see text)•Very sporty cammy Velo •Built many years ago•Crankcases 'KTT308' formed part of a machine supplied to Mitchells Huddersfield on 29th May 1931 'for Junior TT'Alec Bennett's runaway win in the 7 lap 1926 Junior TT, when he fell off on the last lap and still won by over 10 minutes, is a testament to just how far ahead of the competition Veloce were with their new K model. This was the beginning of some very successful years. They moved into the Hall Green factory to cater for the increased demand. On the Island they were 2nd in 1927, 1st and 2nd in 1928, and 1st and 3rd in 1929. The KTT production racer, perhaps their most famous model, was launched at the 1928 Olympia show. For many decades afterwards clubmen used the superb mark one cammy Velocette with great success in their chosen branch of motorcycle sport.Basil Keys, the previous owner of this machine, had an extraordinary motorcycling career including multiple successes at Brooklands, Gatwick Speed Trials, Brighton Speed Trials, and even a TT win. With his brother he went on to open a successful dealership in Worthing. Since being sold in the 2018 Bonhams Autumn Stafford sale this very light ex Basil Keys Velocette has not been started and has been largely untouched. It is offered once again solely because of the vendor's urgent need of more space. The Velo's history while in Basil Keys' ownership is unknown. It was clearly built many years ago and is not road registered. Nothing is known of the specification or condition of the internal components of the engine or gearbox, but everything appears to go round. The constituent parts include a KTT crankcase no. KTT308, KSS barrel, head and cambox, circa 1932 frame (the 'KT' prefix is almost impossible to decipher), the forks are Ariel, the 4 speed Velo gearbox is 1933-1935, the KTT mark IV style sub-frame rails are a bonus, reducing stress on the gearbox lug and adding rigidity, an Amal TT carburettor, and a BTH magneto which was kindly supplied by the Keys family following the previous sale (it was missing when sold in 2018). The oil tank still bears its now delightfully patinated Brighton and District Motorcycle Club badge. The Mitchell brothers both competed in the 1931 Junior TT riding Velocette KTTs. According to the Velocette despatch records KTT307 and KTT308 were supplied to Mitchells Huddersfield on 29th May 1931 'for Junior TT', but it is not known which bike was ridden by which brother. A. G. Mitchell finished 7th and was the first Velocette home, whilst his brother Hirst retired on lap 4. One of those bikes (see photo) was fitted with the crankcase in this machine.Following a lengthy period of inactivity re-commissioning will be required before further use. Prospective bidders should satisfy themselves as to the motorcycle's completeness and mechanical condition.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
After Bartolome Esteban Murillo - The Melon Eaters - A porcelain figurine group modelled on a 17th Century Baroque painting by the same name depicting two urchins / children seated enjoying sharing and eating a melon. The figure made by German porcelain factory Rudolf Kämmer of Volkstedt Thuringia, painted a blue crown mark over K to base. Measures: 18cm tall.
NO RESERVE Bigi (Luigi), "Pittorio". Pictorii sacra et satyrica epigrammata, title within ornate woodcut architectural border, woodcut head-pieces and historiated initials, final f. with large woodcut printer's device verso, otherwise blank, lacking sig. K, occasional spotting and light staining, 20th century vellum-backed marbled boards, spine little soiled, [VD 16 B 5456], small 4to, Basel, Johann Froben, 1518. sold not subject to return.
Covent Garden coffee-house.- Anonymous. A Monument for Tom K-G, satire on Tom King, owner of a notorious coffee-house, etching and engraving, on laid paper presented on wove support and inset into paper mount with ruled ink border lines, 317 x 195 mm (12 1/4 x 7 3/4 in), trimmed, some small losses and nicks, handling creases, unframed, [circa 1737]; together with three others, including two impressions of Sutton Nicholls' satirical broadside on drinking societies, An extempore sermon preach'd by Fredrick Fiery-Face. Mr of Arts and Fellow of Malt-Juice Colledge, one impression with early hand-colouring, and with the Bowles & Carver satire after Hogarth, A Man loaded with Mischief, or Matrimony. A Monkey, a Magpie, and Wife; Is the true Emblem of Strife, various sizes, all trimmed with handling creases, nicks, tears and small areas of loss, unframed, [18th century] (4)
NO RESERVE Africa.- Livingstone (David) Missionary Travels and Researches in South Africa, first American edition, engraved portrait frontispiece, double-page plate, illustrations, many full-page, 1 folding chart, 2 folding maps, publisher's advertisements at end, browned endpapers, quire 'K' becoming loose, occasional faint spotting, original cloth, a little rubbed, chipping to spine extremities, 8vo, New York, Harper & Brothers, 1858.
Seven WWI Victory medals to the following: 28769 PTE J STUART K O SCO BORD (King's Own Scottish Borderers); 153846 SPR J ELLIOTT RE (Royal Engineers); 124325 PTE M MCGOWN MGC (Machine Gun Corps); 185018 GNR J QUA RA (Royal Artillery); 5761 PTE W SCOBBIE CAM'N HIGHRS (Cameron Highlanders); 515859 W O CL 2 W BALLANTYNE LABOUR CORPS; and 1911 PTE J CLARK CAMERONS, (7)
India General Service medal with Afghanistan NWF 1919 clasp to 114079 Private J N Eeasdale of the Machine Gun Corps (114079 PTE J N EASDALE MGC) a WWI war medal to 40187 Private J N Easdale of the Hampshire Regiment (40187 PTE J N EASDALE HAMPS R), a Victory medal to 95348 Gunner J K Hirst of the Royal Artillery (95348 GNR J K HIRST RA), a replica Waterloo medallion, etc.
British Royal Navy dress uniform jacket having Gieves label "23.1.53 7087 K S Colquhoun, 2497 Mr J(P)", with brass naval buttons by Gaunt, bullion wire cuff braid for the rank of Captain and medal ribbons for MBE, Distinguished Service order DSO, 1939-45 star, Atlantic star, Africa star, Pacific star, WWII war medal, Korea medal and United Nations Korea medal
CHARLES DICKENS: 3 titles: SKETCHES BY BOZ, ill George Cruikshank (frontis), London, Chapman & Hall, 1866, People's edition, original pictorial green boards worn, inner joints weak; THE PICKWICK PAPERS, ill H K Browne (frontis), London, Chapman & Hall, 1865, vol 2 (of 2), People's edition, original pictorial boards worn; LITTLE DORRIT, London, Chapman & Hall, 1867, vol 2 (of 2), frontis, People's edition, original pictorial boards worn, inner joints weak (3)
CHARLES DICKENS: BLEAK HOUSE, ill H K Browne, London, Chapman & Hall, 193 Piccadilly, circa 1858, reissue of 1853 1st edition, added engraved vignette title and 39 plates as list, 5 line errata, page 9 "elgble", page 209 "chair", page 275 "counsinship", some plates with minor foxing, original publisher's blind stamp, green cloth
CHARLES DICKENS: THE LIFE AND ADVENTURES OF NICHOLAS NICKLEBY, ill H K Browne, "Phiz", London, Chapman & Hall, 193 Piccadilly, circa 1858, reissue of 1839 1st edition, engraved portfrontis and 39 plates as list, the plates without publisher's imprint, page 123 "sister", page 160 "letter", page 245 "flys", page 272 "visiters", page 297 "incontestible", page 586 "suprise", plates clean, original publisher's blind stamped green cloth, split at spine
CHARLES DICKENS: DOMBEY & SON, ill H K Browne, London, Bradbury & Evans, 1848, 1st edition in book form, early issue, added engraved vignette title (hook in left hand) and 39 plates as called for, lacks errata and list of plates, page 14 "aint" no apostrophe, page 26 "fidgetty", page 40 "shewed" and "shew", page 284 "delight", page 426 "if" omitted, page 238 with hook in left hand, some foxing to plates, contemporary diced calf gilt, spine gilt in compartments
A K WICKHAM: THE VILLAGES OF ENGLAND, London, B T Batsford, 1932, 1st edition, original cloth, Brian Cook dust wrapper (price clipped) + HARRY BATSFORD AND CHARLES FRY: HOMES AND GARDENS OF ENGLAND, London, B T Batsford, 1932, 1st edition, inscription on ffep, original cloth, Brian Cook dust wrapper (price clipped) + HUGH BRAUN: THE STORY OF THE ENGLISH HOUSE, London, B T Batsford, 1940, 1st edition, original cloth, dust wrapper + REGINALD TURNOR: THE SMALLER ENGLISH HOUSE 1500 TO 1939, London, B T Batsford, 1952, 1st edition, original cloth, dust wrapper + MARTIN S BRIGGS: THE ENGLISH FARMHOUSE, London, B T Batsford, 1953, 1st edition, original cloth, dust wrapper (price clipped) + JOHN GLOAG: THE ENGLISHMAN'S CASTLE, London, B T Batsford, 1944, 1st edition, original cloth, dust wrapper (6)
An 18ct gold and diamond set ring, set with three graduated brilliant cut diamonds with a total weight approx 0.40ct, decorative scroll mount, size K, total gross weight approx. 2.6 grams gross Condition report: Good- all stones present and intact, minor wear and tear only in the form of fine scratches
A synthetic sapphire and 14k gold ring set with a marquise ring with ornate decorative setting, size K, along with an opal and 14ct gold ring, round opal claw set, size K1/2, combined total gross weight approx. 6.4gms (2)Condition report: Good- all stones present and intact minor wear and tear, the opal shank has been sized
Two three stone diamond set 18ct gold rings, comprising a cross over ring set with illusion set diamonds, the other illusion set in platinum with 18ct gold shank, sizes K and O1/2, combined total gross weight approx 5.2gms Condition report: all stones present and intact, wear and tear in the form of fine scratches
Two 14ct gold rings to include a ruby ring set with a marquise cut ruby of approx. 7.4mm, cross over setting, size L, along with a jadeite and 14ct gold cluster ring, set with four oval stones, size k, stamped 14k, combined total gross weight approx. 9gms (2)Condition report: Good- all stones present and intact, minor wear and tear
A brilliant cut diamond 9ct gold pendant, the claw set diamond weighing approx. 0.30ct, assessed colour K/L, assessed clarity I1, within a donut style setting, split bale, total gross weight approx. 2.5gms, unmarked assessed as 9ct goldCondition report: stone present and intact, modification to setting
A collection of gold jewellery to include a cultured pearl, ruby and diamond 18ct gold ring, size K, a 9ct gold and garnet ring, size N1/2, total gross weight approx. 1.6gms and a 14k gold wreath brooch set cultured pearls and ruby, diameter approx. 25mm, total gross weight approx. 5.8gms (3)Condition report: Good- all stones present and intact minor wear and tear, clasp good on brooch
A silver gilt paste set dress ring, oval purple stone approx. 12 x 18mm, size K along with a silver buckle ring with gold buckle details, size M1/2 along with white metal and silver brooches some with enamel, a/f, an unmarked rose metal brooch mount some parts are gilt) total gross weight approx.12gms, gold fronted and gilt metal jewellery including lockets watch cases chains etc, mostly a/f damaged (1 bag)
American Interest: A Vintage Sheaffer 14 K gold nib fountain pen, with sterling silver engraved diagonal pattern body and cover together with a Sterling silver pencil holder and an American silver plate pencil holder, similar together with a 20th century Maltese 800 standard silver letter opener (Q) CR: Pens: dents commensurate with age, all tarnished - letter opener marks good, condition good
A box of mixed books inc 4 vols poetry of Burns centenary edition T & A Constable cloth bound Paul Galico the snow goose 1953 and 4 other volumes by Paul allico. Victorian Photo Album brass clasp, Edward Lears Parrots 1949, Peter Pan and Wendy 1953 illustrated Mabel Lucy Atwell, Maurice Maeterlinck Hours of Gladness. Illustrated E J Detmold 1912 and another voume The life of the bee 1911 rubbed cover. Rudyard Kipling The Jungle Book illustrated by M & E Detmold 1912 Rev Robert Stratten HolmesThe History of Yorkshire county Cricket 1833-1903 Ex lib of the author Signed H G Holmes 1904. K S Ranjitsinhji The Jubilee Book of Cricket William Blackwood Edinbourgh.1897.Etc aprox 27 items 30/50
Six gem-set rings1st: Circa 1970, the three coral corallium rubrum cabochons accented by brilliant and single-cut diamonds, to a textured setting, 2nd: Circa 1960, the oval cabochon turquoise to a ropetwist mount, 3rd: Circa 1960, set with a circular-cut amethyst to a wirework and ropetwist mount accented by green gemstones, 4th: Circa 1960, designed as a circular-cut sapphire and single-cut diamond cluster with ropetwist decoration, 5th: Set with an oval cabochon, the mount with beadwork detail, 6th: Set with a green gemstone cabochon, ring sizes: 1st N, 2nd P, 3rd K, 4th N½, 5th M, 6th O (6)This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: YY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Diamond dress ringThe oval knifewire plaque set with three old brilliant-cut diamonds, the surround set with similarly-cut diamonds, between single-cut diamond shoulders, millegrain detail throughout, principal diamond approx. 1.30cts, remaining diamonds approx. 1.60cts total, ring size approx. KFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A silver match holder by H. S. Benzie, London 1923, the cover with enamelled flag for the Royal Yacht Squadron, the inside engraved K. T. from R.P 9.8.24, 6cm (2 1/4in) high, 44g (1.4 oz) Condition Report: Marks are clearSmall chip to the bottom right of the enamelHinge is goodLight scratches and wear commensurate with age and useCondition Report Disclaimer
A three stone diamond ring, the three brilliant cut diamonds, approximately 0.50 carats total, finger size I 1/2, 2.3g gross Condition Report: The diamonds clarity SI3, the central diamond has a large internal fracture under the table, the smaller diamonds have some mineral inclusions, colour estimated J/K,the shank has been resized, one of the claws is short, the other claws are rubbed, there is wear under the gallery where the ring has ben worn with anotherCondition Report Disclaimer
A Continental painted miniature brooch, the central black and white painted panel depicting a nymph reaching out to a ram, possibly a depiction of Aries, in a mottled blue glass frame to an outer foliate gold coloured brooch mount, stamped K.18, 5.2cm long, 31.1g grossCondition Report: Overall light wear. No apparent damage to the miniature painting. The brooch frame is in good condition with no sign of repair.Condition Report Disclaimer
A diamond cornucopia pendant, the cornucopia shaped pendant set with graduated old cut, brilliant cut and step cut diamonds, approximately 1.18 carats total, 3cm long, suspended from a fancy link chain, 46cm longCondition Report: The pendant has some light wear, it appears to have been made up using different pieces. The diamonds are all present and correct, bright and lively, colour estimated H-K, clarity mostly SI.The chain is plated metal, not gold, but is in good working order. Condition Report Disclaimer
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