Over five-hundred and fifty autographs and signatures on cards letters and photographs etc including Haile Selassie, William Huskisson, Lyndon B. Johnson, Richard Nixon, Gerald Ford, George Bush, Kim Campbell, Edward Heath, James Callaghan, Robert Runcie, Joshua Logan, Jack Swigert, Sally K. Ride, Bernard Cornwell, Joanne Whalley, Bette Davis, Josephine Baker, Joe DiMaggio, Salvador Dali, Joan Crawford, Viscount Gort VC, James Agate, Hartley Shawcross, Earl of Athlone, Archbishop Makarios, Leif Erickson, Paul Reynaud, Prince Peter of Greece and Denmark, Henry Fonda, Leon Brittan, Michael Foot, David Steel, David Owen, Willie Whitelaw, Norman Tebbit, Roy Hattersley, Aneurin Bevan etcCondition Report:Condition varies but overall appearance is good.There is a large quantity of autographs and signatures in this lot so not all have been checked for authenticity. Prospective buyers should satisfy themselves as to the authenticity of individual signatures.
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A pair of carnelian cufflinks, the oval carnelian cabochons in closed-back collet settings, on chain-link fittings with oval panel terminals, monogrammed, panel length 1.55cmSurface wear, scuffs and nicks/chips throughout mounts and surface wear to cabochons. Cabochons measure approx. 13.5mm length x 8.5mm width. Patchy thinning and fine splits/creases to edges of collet settings. Monograms are crisply defined, possibly reading J, K and G. The mounts are unmarked and appear to be gold, but are untested as such. Gross weight approx. 6.4gm.
A diamond half hoop ring, the line of round brilliant-cut diamonds in millegrain setting, white precious metal mounted, stamped '9CT', together with a 22ct gold wedding band, a 9ct gold engraved wedding band, and a white stone full hoop ring, first ring total diamond weight approximately 0.25ct, size K½ (4)Approximate gross weights only: first ring 2.5gm, second ring 4.5gm, third ring 1.2gm, fourth ring 2.9gm (metal standard untested).
A diamond set dress ring, the cushion-shaped panel inset with a cluster of round brilliant-cut diamonds, to a tapered hoop with geometric shoulders, 18ct two colour gold mounted, with Sheffield import marks for 1990, maker's mark DS, total diamond weight approximately 0.45ct, ring size T½Surface scuffs, scratches and nicks/chips throughout, commensurate for use. Some deeper scuffs and chips to back of shank, which has been re-sized. Diamonds have slightly variable colour, some stones drawing yellowish tints, but are bright and lively, with estimated H to K colour and VS1 to SI2 clarity, assessed mounted. Marks are clearly struck. Length of panel approximately 1.5cm. Gross weight approximately 13.1gm.
A smoky quartz single stone ring, 9ct gold mounted, together with an amethyst and half pearl cluster ring, 9ct gold mounted, an amethyst single stone ring, stamped '585', a garnet half hoop ring, 9ct gold mounted, and a three stone ring, ring sizes K, J, J½, K and J½ respectively (5)Approximate gross weights only: first ring 7.8gm, second ring 3.5gm, third ring 4.6gm, fourth ring 2.5gm, fifth ring 2.2gm
A diamond three stone ring, the principal cushion-shaped old-cut diamonds spaced by circular-cut diamond points, to a scroll decorated hoop, 18ct gold mounted, hallmarked for London 1997, total diamond weight approximately 2.40ct, ring size approximately R (later sizing beads)The principal diamonds are well matched, bright and lively, containing small fracture and mineral inclusions, with occasional nicks/small chips, estimated SI2 to P1 clarity and J to K colour, assessed mounted. Principal diamond dimensions approximately: 6mm length x 5.5mm width x 4.2mm depth; 5.5mm length x 5.1mm width x 3.7mm depth; 5.5mm length x 5.1mm width x 3.8mm depth. The diamond points are lively but one has a sizeable chip. The ring mount has surface wear, scuffs and nicks, with later added sizing beads to the back of the shank, maker's mark 'WT LTD'. The edges of the setting have patchy wear. Marks are clearly struck. Gross weight approx. 6.1gm.
A diamond three stone ring, the graduated old-cut diamonds in square millegrained settings, two colour precious metal mounted, stamped '18CT', total diamond weight approximately 0.50ct, ring size NDiamonds are fairly bright and lively, with slightly variable colour and clarity. The principal diamond contains fracture inclusions, some that are surface-reaching, and has a light yellowish tint. Each of the diamonds has areas of localised facet edge abrasion, commensurate for use. Estimated VS2 to P1 clarity and I to K colour, assessed mounted. The ring mount has general surface wear, scratches, scuffs and chips/nicks. The edges of the settings are worn and there is a ding to the side of the central setting. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approximately 2.8gm.
A pair of sapphire and diamond cluster ear studs, ear circular mixed-cut sapphire collet set within a border of round brilliant-cut diamonds, white precious metal mounted, stamped '585', total diamond weight approximately 0.20ct, diameter 0.8cmSapphires are well matched, of deep blue hues with a faint greenish tint and with light surface wear, each measuring approx. 4mm in diameter. Diamonds are well matched, bright and lively, with estimated VS1 to SI1 clarity and H to K colour, assessed mounted. The earring mounts are modern with minimal surface wear and the butterflies are tight fitting. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approx. 2.4gm.
A ruby and diamond cluster ring, of crossover design, the oval mixed-cut ruby claw set within a border of single-cut diamonds, white precious metal mounted, stamped '18K', total diamond weight approximately 0.15ct, ring size approximately I (later sizing beads)The ruby has a mid pinkish-red hue and contains fracture inclusions, one of the fractures surface-reaching to the table facet. The ruby is heavily abraded, chipped and scuffed and measures approx. 5.6mm length x 4.8mm width x 3mm depth. One of the outer diamonds is a later brilliant-cut replacement. Diamonds are well matched and fairly bright, with estimates H to K colour and VS2 to SI2 clarity, assessed mounted. The mount has general surface wear, with thinning to the tips of the claws. The shank has been re-sized and is fitted with later added sizing beads. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approx. 3.2gm.
A soudé emerald and diamond three stone ring, the oval mixed-cut composite green stone claw set between two old-cut diamonds, white precious metal mounted, total diamond weight approximately 0.30ct, ring size N½Patchy glue residue visible to soudé emerald, with scuffs, nicks and chips to surface of stone. Diamonds are fairly well matched and lively, with variable facet symmetry, both the stones have slight facet edge abrasion and scattered chips and nicks to the girdle, estimated SI2 to P1 clarity and J to K colour, assessed mounted. The mount has considerable wear, with scuffs/scratches and chips, and solder joins/repairs to the shoulders and to the tips of the claws. The lower half of the shank appears to be replaced and has solder joins at the junctions with the shoulders. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approximately 3gm.
A diamond panel brooch, the shaped rectangular panel of openwork geometric design, millegrain set with graduated round brilliant and single-cut diamonds, white precious metal mounted, indistinctly stamped, principal diamond weight approximately 0.35ct, remaining total diamond weight approximately 1.20ct, length 3.55cmDiamonds are mostly well matched, bright and lively, occasional stones with chips/nicks and surface-reaching fractures, estimated VS1 to P2 clarity and H to K colour, assessed mounted. The bordering diamonds graduate from approximately 0.12ct to 0.01ct in size. There is a small split to the brooch mount on one side, at the junction with one of the faceted collars. The brooch mount otherwise has general surface wear, scuffs and chips, with dark solder joins/repairs at junctions within the frame. Metal standard is untested and the mount is indistinctly marked. The pin and clasp are functioning. Width of panel 1.6cm. Gross weight approx. 6.5gm.
A diamond three stone ring, the cushion-shaped old-cut diamonds in claw setting, white precious metal mounted, stamped 'PLATINUM', total diamond weight approximately 1ct, ring size NDiamonds are bright and lively but have typically variable facet symmetry, with occasional chips and nicks to the girdle of each stone. One of these chips, to the central diamond, extends into the stone. One of the outer diamonds has a light yellowish tint. Estimated I to K colour and SI2 to P2 clarity, assessed mounted. The ring mount has general wear throughout with occasional missing claws and will require re-tipping to some of the claws. The shank is possibly replaced and has yellowish solder joins at the junctions with the setting. There are also fine splits/creases to the shank interior. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approximately 3.3gm.
A 'Moonlight Blossom' dress ring by Georg Jensen, signed and stamped '925S DENMARK', numbered 1A, and a pair of similar ear clips by the same maker, signed and stamped '925S 2014', each cased, ring size K½, ear clips length 1.8cm (2)Ring: of modern manufacture with surface wear, scratches, scuffs and nicks. The shank has been re-sized. Marks are clearly struck. Length of panel 1.75cm. Gross weight approx. 5.6gm. Ear clips: of modern manufacture with surface wear, scuffs and nicks. The clips are functioning. Marks are clearly struck. Gross weight approx. 7.2gm.
An enamel and diamond memorial panel, the circular convex panel centred with a funerary urn motif, highlighted with graduated rose-cut diamonds in foiled closed-back settings, framed by a row of similarly-cut diamonds, to a blue enamel ground with white enamel borders, (three diamonds deficient), on a later ring mount stamped '9CT', panel diameter 1.85cm, ring size K
A late Victorian diamond pendant/brooch, the openwork foliate cartouche centred with a trio of cushion-shaped old-cut diamonds in pinched collet settings, framed by channels of smaller similarly set old and single-cut diamonds, gold and silver mounted, with detachable diamond set pendant bale and detachable brooch fitting, principal diamond weight approximately 0.75ct, remaining total diamond weight approximately 1.50ct, total length 3.5cmThe principal diamonds are well matched, bright and lively, with some areas of facet edge abrasion and occasional small surface nicks/minor chips when viewed under magnification. Estimated I to K colour and VS2 to SI1 clarity, assessed mounted. Principal diamond dimensions approximately 5.4mm length x 5.7mm width x 3.2mm depth. To the centre, the two outer diamonds measure approximately 4.5mm length x 3.9mm width x 3.3mm depth and 4.7mm length x 3.9mm width x 3.2mm depth respectively. Bordering diamonds graduate from approximately 0.01ct to 0.04ct in size and have variable clarity, some stones with chips, fractures and mineral inclusions, but give an overall lively appearance. The mount has surface wear and tarnishing commensurate for age and use, with patchy thinning to the edges of the settings. Metal standards are untested. The brooch clasp is a little stiff but functioning. Width of cartouche approx. 2.05cm. Gross weight approx. 6.5gm.
An emerald and diamond crossover ring, obliquely claw set with a rectangular step-cut emerald with canted corners and a round brilliant-cut diamond, between millegrained shoulders of graduated single-cut diamonds, two colour precious metal mounted, total diamond weight approximately 0.35ct, ring size KThe emerald contains multiple fissure and fracture inclusions, some that are surface-reaching, and has areas of cloudy transparency. The emerald has abrasion, chips, nicks and scuffs/scratches and measures approximately 4.5mm length x 4mm width x 3.4mm depth. The principal diamond is lively but contains small dark mineral inclusions and is chipped to the girdle, with estimated J to K colour and P1/P2 clarity, assessed mounted. Shoulder set diamonds have variable colour and clarity, some stones with dark mineral inclusions or chips and surface-reaching fractures. The mount has general surface wear, with chips, nicks and scuffs throughout. The claws have patchy wear and some may require re-tipping. There is also thinning to the back of the shank. Metal standard is untested. Approximate gross weight only 2.1gm.
A sapphire and diamond cluster ring, the oval mixed-cut sapphire claw set within an old-cut diamond border, between scrolled openwork shoulders, 18ct gold mounted, hallmarked for London 1976, total diamond weight approximately 0.60ct, ring size J½The sapphire has a light to mid blue hue with a purplish tint and contains inclusions such as fractures, fissures and faint colour zoning, visible under close inspection. The sapphire has chips, nicks and scuffs, commensurate for use, and measures approximately 7.6mm length x 4.7mm width x 3.8mm depth. Diamonds have variable colour and clarity and variable facet symmetry and depth, some stones drawing yellowish tints and/or with facet edge abrasion, small chips and nicks. Estimated SI1 to P1 clarity and H to K/L colour, assessed mounted. The ring mount has general surface wear, scuffs and nicks/chips and the shank has been re-sized. Some of the claws have lifted and other claws are worn and require re-tipping. Hallmarks are clearly struck, maker's mark is 'HAJ'. Gross weight approximately 4.5gm.
A matched diamond pendant and earrings suite, the pendant with princess-cut diamond in claw setting, 18ct two colour gold mounted, accompanied by a pair of similarly set diamond single stone ear studs, each with a detachable round brilliant/old-cut diamond set drop, on post fittings, 18ct white gold mounted, maker's mark JEC, pendant diamond weight approximately 0.60ct, pendant length 1.3cm, earrings total diamond weight approximately 2ct, total earrings length 2.25cm (2)Pendant: The diamond is bright and lively, drawing a light yellowish tint, with estimated J to K colour and VS2 clarity, assessed mounted. Dimensions of diamond in pendant approx. 4.75mm length x 4.7mm width x 3.3mm depth. Surface wear to mount, the pendant bale has worn thin. Hallmarks are crisp, maker's mark is rubbed. Gross weight approx. 0.5gm.Earrings: One of the drop set diamonds is old-cut, the other drop set diamond is a modern brilliant-cut. Diamonds are bright and lively, estimated VS1 to SI1 clarity and H to K colour, assessed mounted. Dimensions of princess-cut diamonds in earrings approx 3.9mm length x 3.9mm width and 3.9mm length x 3.75mm width (depth unknown). Dimensions of brilliant-cut diamond approx. 5.6mm diameter x 3.25mm depth. Dimensions of old-cut diamond approx. 5.9mm diameter x 3.5mm depth. Surface wear, scuffs and nicks to mounts. Patchy wear to marks. Total carat weight of diamond studs only approx. 0.65ct. Gross weight approx. 6.1gm.
A diamond full hoop ring, claw set throughout with round brilliant-cut diamonds, white precious metal mounted, total diamond weight approximately 2.70ct, ring size M½Diamonds are well matched, bright and lively, each weighing approx. 0.12ct to 0.13ct in size, with estimated VS1 to SI1 clarity and I to K colour, assessed mounted. The ring mount is relatively modern with light surface wear. Metal standard is untested but the mount is likely to be white gold. Width of band approx. 3.2mm. Gross weight approx. 3.5gm.
A pair of diamond ear pendants, each openwork lozenge-shaped drop centred with a trio of old-cut diamonds in millegrain collet settings, suspended from a similarly set surmount, on post fittings, white precious metal mounted, total diamond weight approximately 2.10ct, length 3.9cmDiamonds are mostly well matched, bright and lively, but contain mineral and fracture inclusions, with some surface-reaching fractures/chips. Diamonds graduate from approximately 0.55ct to 0.10ct in size and have estimated H to K colour and SI1 to P2 clarity, assessed mounted. The mounts have light surface wear and date of manufacture is unknown. Dimensions of panel drops approx. 2.8cm length x 1.3cm width. Metal standard is untested. The butterflies are stamped 'AU750'. Gross weight approx. 4.5gm.
An emerald and diamond panel ring, the principal transitional-cut diamond in millegrain collet setting, within a quatrefoil-shaped border of similarly set modified step and mixed-cut emeralds, bordered by graduated single and brilliant-cut diamonds, above a scrolled gallery, white precious metal mounted, numbered 3153, with French dog's head mark for platinum and lozenge-shaped maker's mark, principal diamond weight approximately 0.65ct, total diamond weight approximately 1.10ct, ring size JThe principal diamond measures approx. 5.5mm diameter x 3.6mm depth and has a bright and lively appearance, with estimated VS1 to VS2 clarity and J to K colour, assessed mounted. Bordering diamonds have slightly variable colour and clarity, some stones with small chips/nicks and fractures, but give an overall bright and lively appearance, estimated VS1 to P1 clarity and H to K colour, assessed mounted. At least two of the diamonds are later brilliant-cut replacements. These diamonds graduate from approximately 0.015ct to 0.005ct each in size. Emeralds are well matched, most containing fracture/fissure inclusions, with scuffs, nicks and small chips to the surface, commensurate for use. The setting and mount have signs of general wear, with some areas of thinning at the edges of the setting, and solder joins visible at the junctions of the setting to the shank. The shank has a re-sizing solder join. Marks are fairly clearly struck, although the maker's mark is difficult to distinguish. Panel dimensions approx. 1.65cm length x 1.57cm width. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approx. 4.6gm.
An Art Deco emerald and diamond line bracelet, the principal octagonal step-cut emerald in millegrain collet setting, to a graduated and articulated bracelet of similarly set old-cut diamonds and smaller step-cut emeralds, each setting with engraved gallery, to a larger cushion-shaped old-cut diamond set clasp, two colour precious metal mounted, in fitted gilt tooled leather case, principal emerald dimensions approximately 6.7mm length x 6.5mm width x 3.5mm depth, principal diamond weight approximately 1ct, remaining total diamond weight approximately 2.90ct, bracelet length 16.1cmAccompanied by a report issued by Gemmological Certification Services, stating that the principal emerald is of Colombian origin, with insignificant indications of clarity enhancement, report no. 5783-191, dated 1 November 2022 The principal emerald has a vibrant light to mid green hue and contains multiple fracture/fissure inclusions, some of which are surface-reaching, but retains good transparency. The emerald has surface wear, small chips and nicks. The smaller emeralds are slightly paler in hue and more heavily included with fractures, fissures, minerals etc, some of which are surface-reaching. These emeralds have a similar degree of surface wear. The principal diamond is bright and lively but contains a surface-reaching fracture inclusion and has a yellowish tint, with estimated K to L colour and P1 clarity, assessed mounted. Principal diamond dimensions approx. 6.3mm length x 5.7mm width x 3.4mm depth. The remaining diamonds are mostly well matched, bright and lively, with variable facet symmetry, some stones with small chips or surface-reaching fractures, estimated I to L colour and VS1 to P1 clarity, assessed mounted. These diamonds graduate from approximately 0.25ct to 0.05ct in size.The bracelet mount have general surface wear, scuffs and chips/nicks throughout, commensurate for age and use. Some of the settings have patchy dark discolouration and slight thinning to the edges. The bracelet graduates from 7.3mm to 3mm in width. Metal standard is untested and the bracelet appears to be unmarked. The clasp and safety catch are currently functioning. Gross weight approx. 13gm.The fitted case is in worn condition.
A diamond set cocktail watch, the circular silvered dial with black Arabic numerals and radial decoration, to a jewelled manual wind movement, the 18ct gold case with single-cut diamond set bezel, numbered 46147, with Glasgow import marks for 1923, on a black fabric strap, total diamond weight approximately 0.65ct, case width 2.35cmScuffs, scratches and spotting to dial. Diamonds are well matched and bright, occasional stones with small nicks/chips, estimated VS1 to P1 clarity and H to K colour, assessed mounted. Approx. size of each diamond 0.02ct. General surface wear, scuffs, chips and nicks throughout case and visible solder joins at junctions of shoulder lugs to case. Marks have patchy wear. The winder operates the hands but the movement does not wind or run. Considerable wear to strap. Gross weight, including strap, approx. 14.5gm.
A diamond half hoop ring, the single-cut diamonds in lozenge-shaped settings, stamped '18ct', together with a three stone ring, the central white stone between two round brilliant-cut diamonds, two colour precious metal mounted, ring sizes K½ and J respectively (2)Approximate gross weights only: first ring 2.5gm, second ring 1.7gm.
Two 18ct gold wedding bands, each of flat section form, the larger band with interior inscription, ring sizes K and L (2)Size K band: hallmarked for London 1986, maker's mark LW&G. Scuffs, scratches, chips and nicks throughout, commensurate for use. No obvious signs of re-sizing. Gross weight approximately 3.8gm.Size L band: Inscribed to interior 'We are beautiful'. hallmarked for London 1987, maker's mark LW&G. Scuffs, scratches, chips and nicks throughout, commensurate for use. There is a possible faint solder seam visible to the interior, could be as a result of re-sizing. Gross weight approximately 4.1gm.
A diamond three stone ring, the old-cut diamonds in claw setting, white precious metal mounted, (one diamond loose), total diamond weight approximately 1ct, ring size approximately LThe loose diamond appears to have a round outline whereas the other diamonds are perhaps more cushion-shaped. Diamonds are bright and lively but with slightly variable clarity and all stones have nicks and small chips to the girdle. Estimated SI1 to SI3/P1 clarity and H to K colour, assessed mounted. The ring mount is mis-shapen and heavily worn, with thinning to the shank and the sides of the setting have worn flat. The setting also requires re-tipping and may need to be replaced. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approximately 2.3gm.
Atkinson (C.T). The South Wales Borderers 24th Foot 1689-1937, Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1937, engraved portrait frontispiece, illustrated endpapers and pastedowns, full-page illustrations throughout (many colour), occasional light spotting, contemporary green morocco gilt, top edge gilt, 8vo, together with: Barrett (C.R.B, edited). The 85th King's Light Infantry, London: Spottiswoode & Co, 1913, frontispiece, full-page illustrations throughout (many colour), occasional spotting and toning, original black half morocco gilt, worn, 8vo, together with: Atkinson (C.T). History of the Royal Dragoons 1661-1934, Glasgow: University Press, [1934], mounted colour frontispiece, mounted colour illustrations, further black and white illustrations, occasional toning, original red cloth gilt, some light wear, 8vo, with approximately 35 others related, The Campaigns and History of the Royal Irish Regiment from 1684-1902 by Lieutenant-Colonel G. Lem. Gretton, 1911, History of the Duke of Wellington's Regiment [1st & 2nd Battalions], 1881-1923, by Brigadier-General C. D. Bruce, 1927, 5000 Miles with the Cheshire Yeomanry in South Africa by John H. Cooke, (with presentation inscription by the Author dated Xmas 1918), 1914, 'Ich Dien' The Prince of Wales's Volunteers (South Lancashire) 1914-1934, by Captain H. Whalley-Colley, 1935, The History of the Tyme Electrical Engineers, War Engineers, 1935, History of the Royal Norfolk Regiment 1919-1951, volume III, by Lieutenant-Commander P. K. Kemp, 1953, Royal Wilts by Leut-Colonel Pitt, 1946, A History of the South Staffordshire Regiment (1705-1923) by James P. Jones, Wolverhampton, 1923, Eighth Battalion The Durham Light Infantry by Major P. J. Lewis, 1949, The History of the 3rd Durham Volunteer Artillery, now part of The 274th (Northumbrian) Field Regiment 1860-1960, by Brigadier O.F.G. Hogg, 1960, The History of the 4th Battalion Kings Oswestry Shropshire Light Infantry, 1745-1945 by Leut-Commander P.K. Kemp, The Shropshire Yeomanry, The Story of a Volunteer Cavalry Regiment by E.W. Gladstone, 1953, The Medals and Decorations of the British Army and Navy by John Horsley Mayo, 2 volumes, 1897QTY: (approx 40)
Dawson (R. K.). A collection of approximately 200 town and city plans, circa 1835, engraved town and city plans, all with contemporary outline colouring, a few folding, some offsetting, occasional spotting, some duplicates, many supplied with pages of explanatory text, various sizes and conditionQTY: (approx. 200)
Folding Maps. A mixed collection of 30 maps, 19th & 20th century, including River Thames. Farrer's Panoramic Atlas of the Thames and Medway, extending from Cirencester to Southend with 46 page guide from Oxford to Southend, Farrer & Sons, circa 1880, frontispiece of a black and white photolithographic view of Windsor Castle, 46 pages of descriptive text and an eight sheet colour printed map of the River Thames, Tombleson's Panoramic Map of the Thames and Medway, published by G. W. Bacon & Co. Ltd., each map sheet 170 x 220 mm, if conjoined 1320 x 220 mm, gutta-percha perished, contents shaken and loose, publisher's red cloth boards, binding size 175 x 120 mm, together with John Bartholomew & Co. (publisher). The Autocar Map for Motorists, published from the Autocar offices by Iliffe & Sons Ltd. circa 1925, colour printed map, sectionalised and laid on linen, 1355 x 1115 mm, publisher's colour printed endpapers, contained in a contemporary cloth slipcase with colour printed labels to both covers, with Ordnance Survey. Geological Survey of England and Wales, Sheet 12 (London and its Environs), 1895, colour lithographic map, sectionalised and laid in linen, 650 x 840 mm, marbled endpapers, contained in a contemporary red cloth slipcase with a printed label to the upper cover, plus Hayashi (Hideharu). Newest Detailed Map of the World, 1941, colour printed photolithographic map, the upper margin decorated with 16 national flags and showing the main aircraft routed and shipping lanes, the map shows a direct flight path from Japan to Hawaii which is significant as the map was published some three weeks before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbour, old folds, small splits along some old folds, faint staining and spotting, 750 x 1055 mm, and G. W. Bacon & Co. Ltd. Bacon's New Map of London, circa 1900, folding colour photolithographic map, laid on linen, 800 x 980 mm, bound in contemporary cloth gilt boards, with another 25 folding maps and guide books, similar, including examples by or after Stanford, Philips, Ordnance Survey and W. & A. K. Johnston, various sizes and conditionQTY: (30)
Maps. A collection of approximately 350 British & foreign maps, mostly 19th-century, engraved and lithographic maps of British counties and foreign countries and regions, with examples by or after Weller, Collins, Whittaker, Philips, Rollos, Archer, Lewis, S. D. U. K. Moule, Hall, J & C Walker, Johnston, Perthes and Blackie, various sizes and conditionQTY: (approx. 350)
S. D. U. K. A collection of 74 city plans, circa 1840, engraved city plans, several with contemporary outline colouring, some duplicates, a few laid on linen, occasional slight spotting, various sizes, good conditionQTY: (74)NOTE:The maps consist of Venice (on 2 sheets), London (on 2 sheets), Paris (on two sheets, 3 copies), Edinburgh, Athens (2), Constantinople (2), Calcutta, Pompeii (3), Birmingham, Madrid (2), Liverpool, Turin (2), Vienna, Warsaw (3), Oporto, Parma (2), Naples (2), St. Petersburg, Philadelphia, Plan of Ancient Rome (3), Plan of Modern Rome (3), Brussels (2), Copenhagen (2), Dresden, Dublin, Marseille (2), Milan (2), Moscow (2), Munich, Amsterdam (2), Antwerp (2), Bordeaux (2), Boston, Berlin, Genoa (2), Lisbon, Frankfort, Geneva, Hamburg, Syracuse (3), Toulon (3), Dresden, New York, Stockholm [and] Florence.
Starzecka (Dorota C. et al). The Maori Collections of The British Museum, 1st edition, London: British Museum Press, 2010, numerous colour illustrations, original cloth in dust jacket, large 8vo, a scarce book, together with:Hamilton (A.). Maori Art, reprint edition, London: The Holland Press, 1972, numerous monochrome plates & illustrations, previous owner red ink stamp to the front pastedown, some minor marginal toning, original cloth in price-clipped dust jacket, spine & front cover slightly faded, light rubbing to head & foot, large 8vo, plusBest (Elsdon), The Maori Canoe, Games and Pastimes of The Maori, (2 volumes), reprint editions, Wellington: A. R. Shearer, 1976, numerous monochrome illustrations, original cloth in dust jackets, spines slightly faded, covers lightly marked & rubbed to head & foot, 8vo, and a further 25 volumes of Maori & Aboriginal art, culture & history reference, including Whatu K?kahu/M?ori Cloaks, edited by Awhina Tamarapa,1st edition, Wellington: Te Papa Press, 2011, some original cloth in dust jackets, some paperbacks, 8vo/4toQTY: (29)
Aviation Books. Mason (Francis K Mason), The British Bomber since 1914, Putnam publication 1994, Hawker Aircraft since 1940, Putnam 1971, McKiny (Alec) The Father of British Airships, William Kimber 1972, Morpurgo (J E) Barnes Wallis, Longman Group 1972, Hawker (Muriel) H.G. Hawker, Airman: His Life and Work, Hutchinson & Co 1922, signed by the author with related black and white postcard, spine damaged, plus various aviation and transport booksQTY: (5 cartons )
Kenneth Wolstenholme: The Distinguished Flying Cross and Bar to Flight Lieutenant K. Wolstenholme, Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve the BBC sports commentator who uttered the immortal "Some people are on the Pitch, they think it's all over, it is now" for the 1966 World Cup final match against Germany. Distinguished Flying Cross, G.VI.R., dated 1944 and engraved (F/LT. K. Wolstenholme.) with second award bar dated 1945, in original Royal Mint case of issue, with miniatures comprising: D.F.C. and bar; 1939-1945 Star; Air Crew Europe Star with France and Germany bar, Defence Medal; War Medal; Air Efficiency Award; R.A.F.V.R. tie pin, two RAF Pilot's Flying Log Books, an album of black and white privately taken photographs Wolstenholme was born in Worsley on the 17th of July and was brought up in Salford his first sporting memory was watching Bolton Wanderers with his dad when he was four. He attended Farnworth Grammar School, where Alan Ball, was also a pupil some years later. Before the outbreak of the Second World War Wolstenholme began his career as a journalist with the Manchester City News, as a member of the R.A.F.V.R. he was called up. In 1941, he qualified as a bomber pilot and was posted to 107 Squadron, flying Mark IV Bristol Blemheim's out of RAF Great Massingham, Norfolk. At the start of 1943 he transferred to de Havilland Mosquito with 105 Squadron, part of Air Vice-Marshal Don Bennett's No.8 Group RAF pathfinder Group. A modest man, with a distinguished flying career, Wolstenholme rarely spoke of his courage as a bomber pilot who flew 100 missions during the Second World War, for which he received the Distinguished Flying Cross in 1944 and the following year a BAR to his DFC for continual bravery in raids in Germany. After the war, he became a freelance journalist, working for BBC Radio. In 1948 his television career began, he covered the 1959 All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship Final between Kilkenny and Waterford for BBC Television, an experience which moved him to describe hurling as his second-favourite sport after his first love, football. At the conclusion of the 1966 World Cup final Wolstenholme will be best remembered for his commentary, specifically the impromptu words "Some people are on the pitch... they think it's all over... it is now" as a small pitch invasion took place just as Geoff Hurst scored to put England 4–2 ahead. This iconic phrase has become part of World Cup folk law. He commented on many high profile matches over the years including 23 successive FA Cup finals, 1967 and 1968 European Cup finals and five World Cups.
A diamond single stone ringthe central old brilliant-cut diamond estimated to weigh 1.80cts to the three single-cut diamond shoulders and plain shank stamped 'PLAT' ring size T, 3.6gCondition: Overall condition good: two single-cut diamonds in shoulders possibly replaced. See additional images. Main Diamond: measures 7.51mm x 7.38mm x 5.31mm. Colour J/K (draws colour slightly, light/medium fluorescence) , clarity SI (small chip to girdle and bearding, otherwise reasonable/good)
An Edwardian ruby and diamond-set cluster ringthe central oval mixed-cut ruby within a surround of old brilliant-cut diamonds to the yellow gold birfurcated shank stamped '18' ring size K, cluster 0.9cm x 0.9cm, 2.3gCondition:Overall condition fair/good commensurate with age. some claws possibly retipped. Ruby bright with good even saturation Diamond bright
A GEORGE III SILVER HOT WATER JUGOf baluster form, decorated with a gadrooned rim, London 1777, gross weight 778 gmsCondition ReportThere are several dents to the body, two dents being particularly severe, lion passant mark only to rim of the lid, rushwork to handle very worn and with some restoration using string, four marks to underneath including maker I K
A SILVER NOVELTY POSTAGE STAMPS CASEDesigned as a fox pulling a cart, London 1905, weight 92 gmsCondition Report. The fox is part marked with maker lion and leopard's head. The wheels appear to have been cast from previously cast wheels and are of somewhat crude quality and are held in position by two differing base metal screws. The box is part marked within the lid B C & C, lion passant and date letter K, the exterior back of the bottom part of the box has maker's mark poorly struck, lion passant, leopard head and date letter KThe fitment holding the fox to the poles is secured by a base metal pin. Overall quality is rather crude
A GOLD HALF HUNTING CASED PENDANT WATCH WITH A GOLD NECKCHAIN (2)With an unsigned jewelled movement, the gold inner and outer case detailed 18 K, the case front with blue enamelled Arabic numerals on a pink enamelled ground, case diameter 32.7mm, as converted from a lady's fob watch, gross weight of the watch 30.3 gms, with a 9ct gold oval link neckchain on a boltring clasp, weight 8.5 gms
A PAIR OF SAPPHIRE AND GREY CULTURED PEARL EARRINGSEach designed as a row of three grey tinted cultured pearls, with two sapphire set four stone clusters at intervals, the backs with post and gold butterfly clip fittings, detailed 10 K, combined gross weight 5.3 grams, drop length 4.2cmCONITION REPORT - Overall good condition, no notable damage.
AN EMERALD AND DIAMOND PENDANT AND OTHERS (5)The first pendant claw set with an oval cut emerald and with a cushion shaped diamond above, with a white gold box link neckchain, detailed 14 KT, on a boltring clasp, gross weight 1.7 gms, a Swedish diamond set pendant in a panel form design, detailed 935, with a neckchain and a gold and rose diamond ring, in a pierced square panel shaped design, ring size K, gross weight 2 gms
A GOLD AND ENAMEL PENDANT AND A CHINESE GOLD PENDANT (2)The enamelled gold pendant designed as an articulated doll, detailed 15 CT, weight 2.3 gms, the Chinese gold pendant with a central character motif, detailed 14 K 585, weight 1.2 gmsCondition report - doll charm in worn condition, damage to the enamel on the feet, general wear to enamel.Other charm good condition
A PAIR PEARL AND DIAMOND EARRINGS AND A MATCHING RINGEach earclip mounted with a single grey tinted cultured pearl and with two rows of three circular cut diamonds mounted above, the backs with post and folding clip fittings, detailed 14 K 585, the ring mounted with a single large grey tinted cultured pearl, between circular cut diamond set shoulders, detailed 585 14 K, ring size O, combined gross weight 12.2 gms, with two cases
BYZANTINE GOLD FINGER RING EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN, 6TH CENTURY A.D. cast gold, the face with an engraved scene from the life of Christ, possibly healing the sick, accompanied by a bespoke mountDimensions:1.8cm wide, UK ring size K, 7.2grProvenance:Provenance: Private collection, London, acquired New York art market
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