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Lot 4005
1297-1302 AD. Later issues, class IVa. Obv: facing bust with pellet below within triangle with EDW R ANGL DNS HYB legend. Rev: long cross and pellets dividing CIVI TAS DVBL INIE legend for Dublin mint. S. 6264. 1.24 grams. . Property of a Kent, UK collector; acquired UK coin market. [No Reserve] Good fine.
Lot 4011
19th century AD (dated 1571"). First coinage. Obv: arms dividing I - R with crowns above and IACOBVS DEI GRATIA REX SCOTORVM legend. Rev: crown over sword with pointing hand upper left and XXX right and dividing date with PRO ME SE MEREOR IN ME legend. See S. 5472 for original type. 27.30 grams. . Ex Colin Rumney, 'The Shropshire Collection'. [No Reserve] Near as made.
Lot 4167
Published 2000-2014 AD. Sear, David R., Roman Coins and Their Values, Spink, London; Vol.1 (Republis to Domitia), Vol.2 (Nerva to Julia Mamaea), Vol.3 (Maximinus I to Carinus), Vol.4 (Tetrarchies to Constantine I), Vol.5 (Constantine II to Zeno); all cloth hardback with dustwrappers, profusely illustrated. 5.7 kg total, 22 x 14cm (8 3/4 x 5 1/2"). From the property of a London gentleman. [No Reserve] As new; current editions. A standard reference.
Lot 454
7th century BC. A bronze helmet of Archaic Corinthian typology made from a single sheet of metal, high bowl with large eye openings arching downwards forming the cheek protection, strong nose guard and everted neck protection; regularly disposed rivet holes along the edges for the inner padding. See Snodgrass, A.M., Arms & Armor of the Greeks, London, 1967; Bottini, A., Egg. M., Von Hase F. W., Pflug H., Schaaf U., Schauer P., Waurick G., Antike Helme, Sammlung Lipperheide und andere Bestände des Antikenmuseums Berlin, Mainz 1988; D’Amato R., Salimbeti A., Early Iron Age Greek Warrior, 1100-700 BC, Oxford, 2016; a near identical helmet in the Olympia Museum (Bottini, Egg, Von Hase, Pflug, Schaaf, Schauer, Waurick, 1988, p.77 figs.11-12).3 kg total, helmet: 1.12 kg, 39cm including stand (15 1/4"). From the collection of a respected UK gentleman, assembled in the 1960s; accompanied by an academic report by military specialist Dr. Raffaele D'Amato; this lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by IADAA certificate number no.01042020/1228. The Corinthian helmet was an invention of the ancient Greeks, derived from the early models of hollow-eyed helmets of the Bronze Age Achaeans, combined with the new helmet models imported from the Near East. The helmet type was a remarkable one, as with a single sheet of metal, it protected almost the entire head from the collar bone upwards (Snodgrass, 1967, p.51"). A video of this lot can be viewed on Timeline Auctions website. Fine condition, some restoration.
Lot 458
4th-3rd century BC. A sheet bronze helmet of Pilos type with slightly conical bowl, shallow carination above the gently flared rim, lateral holes for attachment of a liner (pilos felt cap). Cf. Hixenbaugh, R., Ancient Greek Helmets: A complete guide and catalogue, New York, 2019, no.H277; Bottini, A., Egg. M., Von Hase F. W., Pflug H., Schaaf U., Schauer P., Waurick G., Antike Helme, Sammlung Lipperheide und andere Bestände des Antikenmuseums, Berlin, Mainz, 1988, pp.151ff. 725 grams, 22.5cm (9"). Property of an Essex collector; formerly in an Austrian private collection formed 1980s to 2000. Fine condition, some usage damage.
Lot 465
1st century BC-1st century AD. A double-edged sword of La Tène III type with deburred blade and raised midrib, slim tang with curved guard and quillons, conical pommel with squared top. See Pleiner, R., The Celtic sword, Oxford, 1993; Allen, S. Celtic Warrior 300 BC-AD 100, Oxford, 2001; Sievers, S., Armes celtiques, germaniques et romaines: ce que nous apprennent les fouilles d'Alésia for a similar specimen from Alesia in Reddé, M., L'armée Romaine en Gaule, Paris, 1996, pp. 67-74, fig. 1, p. 71.834 grams, 75cm (29 1/2"). From an important private family collection of arms and armour; acquired on the European art market in the 1980s, and thence by descent; accompanied by an academic report by military specialist Dr Raffaele D'Amato. For Celts, the sword was the weapon of a high-status warrior. The long iron sword of the La Tène culture was the true ancestor of the knightly weapon of the Middle Ages. Usually their edges were straight and nearly parallel, tapering slightly to a rounded point. Archaeological evidence has proved the Celtic swords being of high quality, flexibility, and with a sharp, strong cutting edge. Fine condition.
Lot 469
Late 2nd-early 3rd century AD. A bronze greave (ocreae) for cavalry or infantry use, providing defence for the shin and knee, with a separate and articulated knee-guard; five lateral tabs for attachment of the leather strings still remaining, both on the greave and knee-guard, the offset edge strips are perforated for attachment of the strap eyelets, the upper edge remains of the knee joint hinge; showing at the lower end a slightly pronounced ankle protection. See Robinson, R., The Armour of Imperial Rome, New York, 1975; Garbsch, J., Römische Paraderustüngen, München, 1979; Kolnìk, T., Rímske a Germ?nske Umenie na Slovensku, Bratislava, 1984; Junkelmann M., Reiter wie Statuen aus Erz, Mainz, 1996; Born H. / Junkelmann, M., Roman Combat and Tournament Armours - Axel Guttmann Collection, vol. 4, Mainz 1997; Bishop M.C. & Coulston J.C.N., Roman military equipment, from the Punic Wars to the Fall of Rome, Oxford, 2006; D’Amato, R., Arms and Armour of the Imperial Roman Soldier, London, 2009; D’Amato-Salimbeti, Bronze Age Greek Warrior, 1600-1100 BC, Oxford, 2011; D'Amato R. and Negin A., Decorated Roman Armour, London, 2017.306 grams, 50cm (19 1/2"). Property of an East Anglian collector; formerly acquired on the European art market in the 1990s.Fine condition.
Lot 471
Late 1st century BC-1st century AD. A double-edged iron gladius blade of Mainz typology, leaf-shaped waisted blade with slanted shoulders and tapering tang. See Bishop, M. C., Coulston, J.C.N., Roman military equipment, from the Punic wars to the fall of Rome, London, 2006; Radman Livaja, I., Militaria Sisciensia, Finds of the Roman military equipment in Sisak in the holdings of the archaeological Museum in Zagreb, Zagreb, 2004; Miks, C., Studien zur Romischen Schwertbewaffnung in der Kaiserzeit, I-II Banden, Rahden, 2007; D'Amato, R., Arms and Armour of the Imperial Roman Soldier, London, 2009.509 grams, 64.5cm (25 1/2"). Property of an East Anglian collector; formerly acquired on the European art market in the 1990s; accompanied by an academic report by military specialist Dr. Raffaele D’Amato. The most famous sword of the Roman legionary was the gladius, used for cutting and thrusting in dense fighting formations, a technique in which the milites were particularly trained in. One of the most famous example, Felicitas Tiberii, is in the British Museum. Fine condition.
Lot 480
10th century AD. An iron double-edged sword of Petersen's Type R with shallow fullers, an oval lower guard inlaid with copper and silver Ringerike motifs, short grip and narrow upper guard, the upper guard with with similar inlays, the lobed pommel with bands of braided silver wire in between, the central lobe with Mediterranean style inlaid tree. See Petersen, J., De Norske Vikingsverd, Oslo, 1919; Peirce, I., Swords of the Viking Age, Suffolk, 2002.1.3 kg, 87cm (34 1/4"). Property of an East Anglian collector; formerly acquired on the European art market in the 1990s; accompanied by an academic report by military specialist Dr. Raffaele D’Amato.Fine condition.
Lot 50
6th-4th century BC. A Phoenician or Assyrian carved ivory diorama representing a military archer or huntsman in his chariot; the vehicle a D-shaped platform open to the rear with textured sidewall, two spoked wheels with large domed hubs, tapering shaft with papyrus-stalk detailing carved into the forward end, yoke formed as a transverse bronze pin with bronze chains forming the reins attached to the sidewall by staples; the horses modelled in galloping pose with legs extended, raised bridle and halter detailing, hatched covering to the back, plumed headdress; the chariot provided with two figures: a driver holding reins in his extended hands, wearing a short belted kilt and a small cap; the huntsman modelled larger and taller with small pedestal base, pleated kilt and banded mantle, quilted cap, drawing a bow held in his left hand, right arm bent in the draw, arrow laid against his cheek; beside the huntsman on the outer face of the chariots' sidewall a quiver with arrows set at an angle to allow easy access; mounted on a custom-made stand with cover. See Cowell, J.H., Chariots and Other Wheeled Vehicles, Oxbow Books, 2012, pl.125-129, for similar examples of chariot.1.4 kg total, 25 x 14cm (10 x 5 1/2"). Property of a London gentleman; previously with central London gallery; published in Apollo magazine in April 1981; imported from the USA in the early 1970s; formerly with Mahboubian Gallery, New York since the late 1960s; accompanied by geological report No. TL3257 by geology consultant Dr R. L. Bonewitz; and a copy of the relevant Apollo magazine pages; this lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by AIAD certificate number no.158480-10019. The chariot with horses was used extensively in Egypt by the Hyksos forces from the 16th century BC onward, although they may have been in use before this. Egyptian military forces used the chariot as a mobile platform from which to launch arrows, and the chariot was usually provided with a quantity of these missiles; the archer stood behind the protective wall of the chariot while the driver steered across the battlefield bringing the vehicle into range so that the attack could be launched. The chariot with bowman was also used for hunting purposes. A video of this lot can be viewed on Timeline Auctions website. Fine condition, some repairs. Extremely rare.
Lot 52
Late 4th century BC-early 1st century AD. An Egyptianizing carnelian cylinder seal with a column of pseudo-hieroglyphs, two advancing figures before, accompanied by a scholarly note which states: 'A carnelian cylinder seal with the pharaoh with a sleeveless shirt and a short apron, both with a net pattern, and a wide belt, facing right and worshipping the both Aegyptian deities Horus and his beloved Hathor, by sacrificing two small spherical ointment jars (aryballoi) as votive offerings in both raised hands; Horus, the Lord of Heaven, appears here, walking to the left, as a tall, slender youth with a falcon's head, a short robe also with a net pattern, in his left hand the Anch-sign (cross with handle), in his right hand holding the Was-scepter, which here appear as the symbols for “life and salvation” for the benefit of the pharaoh; above the head of Horus his sun ball; behind Horus the goddess Hathor, i.a. 'Mistress of Byblos', in a long, tight-fitting robe, in her hands the Anch-sign and the Wadj-scepter (papyrus stem, wadj to be green, to be young) as the symbol of eternal youth, above her the Hathor crown (sun disk with horns); between pharaoh and Hathor a single-column hieroglyphic inscription: Hathor, Mistress of Heaven, the Great ...'; accompanied by a museum-quality impression. See Docter, R.; Boussofara, R.; ter Keurs, P. (edit.), Carthage, Fact and Myth, Leiden, 2015; Parrot, A.; Chéhab, M.H.; Moscati, S., Die Phönizier, München, 1977.11.5 grams, 30mm (1 1/4"). Property of a London lady, part of her family's Swiss collection; formerly acquired in the 1980s; accompanied by a copy of a scholarly note, report number 157485.Very fine condition.
Lot 527
7th century AD. A gilt-bronze mount depicting a facing human mask with curved horns above the crown terminating in birds' heads, and small lateral spur to one cheek; the hair, horns and spur with ribbed bands, the eyes pellets and mouth lentoid; iron deposits to the reverse. Cf. Hammond, B., British Artefacts - volume 1. Early Anglo-Saxon, Witham, 2010, item 1.4.5-r; Raynor, K., The Rempstone Mount: Anglo Saxon and Viking Horned Man Images & Artefacts, Nottingham, 2010 ; Pollington, S., Kerr, L. and Hammond, B., Wayland's Work: Anglo-Saxon Art, Myth & Material Culture from the 4th to 7th century, Ely, 2010; Pestell, T., Paganism in Early Anglo-Saxon East Anglia in Heslop, T.A., Mellings, E.A. and Thofner, M., Icon? Art and Belief in Norfolk from Prehistory to the Present, Woodbridge, 2012, figs. 6(a,b"). Recorded with the Portable Antiquities Scheme under reference YORYM-FAE4AF. 4.4 grams, 24mm (1"). Found in Bainton, near Beverley, East Yorkshire, UK; accompanied by a copy of the Portable Antiquities Scheme report number YORYM-FAE4AF (It is not possible for this item to be exported outside of the United Kingdom"). The headgear with bird-head terminals is restricted to the 6th-7th centuries in England, although there are parallels from the material culture of both Anglian England and southern Scandinavia at this time. A pair of comparable bird-helmetted human faces can be found on the reconstructed frontal plates on the helmet found in Mound 1 at Sutton Hoo (Suffolk) depicting dancing warriors, and the male face shown on a foil fragment recovered from the barrow at Caenby (Lincolnshire"). Similar also is the figure on one of the dies found at Torslunda (Öland, Sweden) showing a male wearing a helmet with a pair of bird-headed horns. A long, triangular male face is shown on the vandyke designs on the foil horn mounts from the barrow at Taplow (Berkshire"). A male figure wearing a helmet with horns and bird-head terminals is the central design on a long triangular buckle found in grave 95 at Finglesham (Kent), and also from Finglesham (grave 138) is a mount in the form of a long, triangular human head with vertical radiating bands from the top of the head, and two crescentic horns emerging from the crown, terminating in opposed birds’ heads which meet above. A similar mount was found at Rempstone (Nottinghamshire) and privately published in Raynor (2010) while others were found more recently at Attleborough (Norfolk) and Soberton (Hampshire, PAS ref. HAMP2432"). A mount depicting a similar figure, showing the upper body with hands gripping spears, was published in Hammond (2010"). The significance of the headgear has not been fully explored but the coincidence of the birds and the head recall the later myths of Oðinn and his bird messengers, and suggest that these mythic characters were familiar in early Anglo-Saxon England. Fine condition. Rare.
Lot 586
15th-16th century AD. A gold ring comprising a D-section hoop with heart-shaped panel to the underside, round bezel with hexafoil panel and triangular void enclosing a historic, very early cut diamond. Cf. Chadour, A.B., Rings. The Alice and Louis Koch Collection, volume I, Leeds, 1994, item 675, for type; see also Boardman, J. & Scarisbrick, D. The Ralph Harari Collection of Finger Rings, London, 1977, item 171, for type.9.22 grams, 26mm overall, 18.14mm internal diameter (approximate size British M 1/2, USA 6 1/2, Europe 13.16 Japan 12) (1"). Property of a North American collector; previously in a UK collection; acquired from a London gallery in the late 1980s; formerly from a private European collection, formed in the 1960s and 1970s, supplied with geological report No. TL005180, by geology consultant Dr R. L. Bonewitz; and an independent specialist report and valuation by graduate gemmologist and jewellery expert, Anna Rogers, GIA GG, BA, Gem-A, ref. no. 0586/02/06/2020. Dr. Ronald Bonewitz notes: 'This stone can be considered ‘historic’ in that it illustrates the earliest efforts at actually re-shaping the stone rather than just polishing the natural faces, as was done previously. Not only that, at this time facets were placed more or less at random, but this stone was very deliberately cut into a proper geometric shape. It is an early and rather splendid example of the evolving diamond-cutters art.' Very fine condition.
Lot 587
13th-14th century AD. A gold finger ring with plain round-section hoop, disc bezel with central cell and legend to the flange '+ SECRETVM MEVM' (my secret) and inset carnelian cloison with intaglio profile bust of Minerva with helmet. 4.08 grams, 24.04mm overall, 18.50mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18) (1"). Property of a Hertfordshire, UK, gentleman; acquired at an art fair in Oxford; formerly in a 1980s European collection; accompanied by an independent specialist report and valuation by graduate gemmologist and jewellery expert, Anna Rogers, GIA GG, BA, Gem-A, ref. no. 0587/02/06/2020. A video of this lot can be viewed on Timeline Auctions website. Very fine condition, hoop restored. Rare.
Lot 590
13th-14th century AD. A gold finger ring with twisted wire hoop, lozengiform bezel with filigree collars to cells with inset sapphire, amethyst and other stones. 4.53 grams, 24.53mm overall, 19.61mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18, Japan 18) (3/4"). Property of an East Anglian collector; formerly acquired on the European art market in the 1990s; accompanied by an independent specialist report and valuation by graduate gemmologist and jewellery expert, Anna Rogers, GIA GG, BA, Gem-A, ref. no. 0590/02/06/2020. Fine condition. A large wearable size.
Lot 1151
3rd century AD. A bronze military eagle (Aquila) figurine with its wings tucked in, large stylised head in frontal position, feather detailing to the body and wings; grooved to the underside, pierced through the feet. Cf. Rolland, H., Bronzes Antiques de Haute Provence, Paris, 1965, item 272; see D'Amato, R., Roman Standards & Standard-Bearers, (1-2), Oxford, 2018-2019, for discussion on Roman standards. 62 grams, 52mm (2"). Ex an important Dutch collection; acquired on the European art market in the 1970s. Miniature eagles were usually copies of the main legionary standard, the Eagle (Aquila"). Each legion received his own eagle, symbol of the whole Legion, in silver (Cic.Catil.I, 24: aquila argentea; App. Civil War IV, 101"). Speaking of the eagles of Brutus and Cassius: Two eagles alighted upon the two silver eagles which surmounted the standards - ?? ??? ??????? ??? ??????? ??? ??????? ???????????? - pecking at them, or, as others say, protecting them"). The description of the late consular eagle (?????, army of Crassus crossing the Euphrates) is in Cassius Dio, XL,18: “the so called eagle of the army. It is a small shrine and in it perches a golden eagle. It is found in all the enrolled legions, and it is never moved from the winter-quarters unless the whole army takes the field; one man carries it on a long shaft, which ends in a sharp spike so that it can be set firmly in the ground”. Fine condition.
Lot 1167
1st century AD. A substantial silver ring with expanding D-shaped hoop, angled shoulders with scalloped edges flanking a fluted flower, concave discoid bezel with a profile bust of a male with Julio-Claudian hairstyle; restored gilding to the bezel. 17.81 grams, 30.5mm overall, 18x22.1mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18.75, Japan 18) (1 1/4"). From an East London collection; previously in a collection formed between 1990-2000. Fine condition. A large wearable size.
Lot 130
4th century AD. A gold finger ring with granules to the shoulders, disc plaque with applied filigree collar, cell with inset green jasper cloison, intaglio eagle gripping a serpent, military standard to the rear. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 221 for type.5.72 grams, 23.10mm overall, 19.54mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18.62, Japan 18) (1"). From a home counties collection, formed 1970-1980.Very fine condition. A large wearable size.
Lot 1355
2nd century AD. A group of two silver-gilt knee brooches, one with rectangular headplate and right-angled bow, the other with a scrolled bow and transverse bars. Cf. Hattatt, R., Ancient Brooches and Other Artefacts, Oxford, 1989, item 1659; Hattatt, R., Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987, item 1238, for type. 27.5 grams total, 34mm each (1 1/4"). From an East London collection; previously in a collection formed between 1990-2000. [2, No Reserve] Fine condition.
Lot 139
1st-2nd century AD. An ellipsoid carnelian cloison with intaglio profile of the goddess Roma sitting with crested helmet, shield and spear, holding a miniature image of Victory in her extended hand; mounted in a later gold ring. 12.26 grams, 24.25mm overall, 18.86mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18) (1"). From the property of a London gentleman; formerly in a UK collection, acquired in the 1990s.Very fine condition. A large wearable size.
Lot 140
3rd century AD. A substantial gold finger ring with stepped bezel, cell with inset silver plaque, intaglio bust of Mars with crested helmet and sagum cloak. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 201, for type.24.45 grams, 26.21mm overall, 19.02mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18) (1"). From a London private collection of ancient jewellery formed since the 1980s; acquired on the UK and European art markets; accompanied by an independent specialist report and valuation by graduate gemmologist and jewellery expert, Anna Rogers, GIA GG, BA, Gem-A, ref. no. 0140/02/06/2020. A video of this lot can be viewed on Timeline Auctions website. Very fine condition. A large wearable size.
Lot 1415
1st-2nd century AD. A bronze snake ring with coiled body, the head perpendicular to its body, tail coiled, punched detailing to the body and head. 7.85 grams, 25.46mm overall, 20.54mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18) (1"). Property of a South London collector; acquired before 1980. [No Reserve] Fine condition.
Lot 1425
3rd-4th century AD. A silver ring with expanding D-section hoop, scooped shoulders and tall bezel, inset carnelian intaglio with a star motif. 7.11 grams, 26.31mm overall, 18.88mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18) (1"). From an East London collection; previously in a collection formed between 1990-2000. Fine condition. A large wearable size.
Lot 146
2nd-3rd century AD. A hollow-formed gold oval plate brooch with braided filigree border, concentric bands of bosses and applied filigree guilloche, beaded wire collar with applied granules; central dome with cell, inset truncated oval sardonyx cabochon, intaglio profile bust of Apollo, applied catch and two hoops to the reverse. See Tait, H. ed., 7000 Years Of Jewelry, The British Museum Press, London, 2009, item. 246, for an example bearing some stylistic comparison; see Hattatt, R., A Visual Catalogue of Richard Hattatt's Ancient Brooches, Oxbow Books, Oxford, 2000, esp. pp.342-347, for a series of discoid brooches and pp.364-365 for oval examples.21.68 grams, 47mm (1 3/4"). From a late 1990s private collection; formerly acquired on the UK art market in the early 1980s; accompanied by a copy of a report from Striptwist Ltd, a London-based company run by historical precious metal specialist Dr Jack Ogden, reference number 191011; this lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by AIAD certificate number no.155129-10028. The soldered join of stepped form used to form the sheet gold side wall of the brooch is rare in jewellery created before the Migration Period (say, 5th-6th century AD) and this brooch may be among the earliest examples of the joint in existence. A video of this lot can be viewed on Timeline Auctions website. Very fine condition. A large museum-quality display piece.
Lot 1506
6th-8th century AD. A silver ring with expanding D-section hoop, raised oval intaglio engraved with a monogram. 4.85 grams, 22.23mm overall, 18.80mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18) (1"). Property of a North West London gallery; formerly in a 1980s collection. Fine condition. A large wearable size.
Lot 1516
12th century AD. A substantial silver-gilt ring with expanding D-shaped hoop, teardrop-shaped plaques to each shoulder, raised bezel with pelletted border, two cross potents with pellets flanking central star motifs. 19.27 grams, 28.54mm overall, 18.74mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18) (1 1/4"). From an East London collection; previously in a collection formed between 1990-2000. Very fine condition. A large wearable size.
Lot 1531
6th-7th century AD. A gold finger ring with twisted wire hoop, rectangular cell bezel with inset onyx cabochon. 3.15 grams, 21mm overall, 19.04mm internal diameter (approximate size British R 1/2, USA 9, Europe 19.69, Japan 19) (3/4"). Property of a central London gentleman; previously with a Mayfair gallery, London, in the early 1990s. Very fine condition.
Lot 156
1st-2nd century AD. A silver-gilt plate brooch in the form of a crayfish with fan-shaped tail, raised pellet eyes, open mouth, pincers crossing below the chin; pin and catchplate to the reverse. See Hattatt, R., A Visual Catalogue of Richard Hattatt's Ancient Brooches, Oxbow Books, Oxford, 2000, for Roman zoomorphic brooches and other catchplate brooches.15.1 grams, 46mm (1 3/4"). Property of a central London collector; acquired from a large private collection formed in the 1980s. A video of this lot can be viewed on Timeline Auctions website. Very fine condition. Rare.
Lot 157
1st century AD. A massive and finely made bow brooch of Pannonian Flügelfibeln type, the body formed of sheet with pierced panels and turned edges with punched dot ornament; the bow with four knops to front projection and one-piece spring and pin; with custom-made stand for display. Cf. Hattatt, R., Brooches of Antiquity, Oxbow, 1987, fig.14f and no.765, for similar types.281 grams total, 17.5cm including stand (7"). Property of a private New York collection; ex J. Moore collection, acquired prior to 1983; formerly on the German art market.Very fine condition.
Lot 158
4th-5th century AD. A gilt silver boar bow brooch comprising a D-shaped headplate with three radiating lugs, each set with a garnet cabochon; deep D-section bow with boar-head detailing, garnet cabochon eyes; parallel-sided footplate with fluting, garnet cabochon finial. See Harhoiu, R., Der Schatzfund von Simleul Silvaniei und die Schlacht von Nedao, in Banatica, Bd. 23, (2013), pp. 111-142, for similar.20.8 grams, 69mm (2 3/4"). Property of a London gentleman; formerly acquired before 1970.Fine condition.
Lot 1632
3rd millennium BC. A mixed group of four bifacial stone stamps, comprising: one with curled serpent to one side, standing figure with arms raised to the other; one with horned quadruped to one side, diagonal cross design to the other; one with schematic heraldic eagle to one side, curved serpent to the other; and one with lion to one side, to the other a crouching female figure with wings(?"). 58 grams total, 22-34mm (11 1/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers R-655, U-63, U-64, R-652, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [4] Fine condition.
Lot 1655
23rd-20th century BC. A group of three discoid openwork bronze seals comprising: one with central cross motif with zig-zag edge, square to each arm, each with a circle, scalloped border, inverted V-shape handle to the reverse; and two accompanied by typed and signed notes by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which state: (R-712) 'Stamp Seal of bronze, 78 x 78 x 18mm. This is round, with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape. the design is both compartmented and openwork. It consists of a small central circle and around it five concentric bands divided by 'spokes' into compartments, save for the last band which is divided into only four segments. the other bands have - from the middle outwards - 8, 16 and 19 segments. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is a fine specimen of its type and save for the slightest dent in the rim at one point it is in fine state of preservation.'; (W-145) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 74 x 73 x 31mm. This is round, with flat compartmented and open-work face, and scalloped edge. On the back a tall handle is mounted with a small hole near its base. the design consists of a central simple cross, around it two pairs of facing standing lions with their legs reaching the tips of two arms of the cross, and around the whole is a guilloche. The design is in low relief on the back. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is a rare design and a large seal, but there is heavy incrustation on the surface.' 252 grams total, 72-78mm (2 3/4-3"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers N71, W-145, R-712, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [3] Fine condition.
Lot 1656
Late 3rd millennium BC-6th century AD. A group of ten stamp seals including three accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham 1970-1993, which state: (2006) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 13 x 14.5 x 12mm. This has an octagonal face and faceted sides rising to a low dome, pierced from top to bottom. The design shows a standing horse with head turned backwards. This is a Sassanian seal, c.250-600 A.D. The design is rare, since winged horses with head forwards are common, but not horses without wings. The seal is in good condition.'; (D-48) 'Stamp Seal of Dark-coloured Stone, 35 x 35 x 17mm. This has a flat face and flat back with grooved and pierced handle on the back. it has the shape of a stylized flower with central circle and eight petals. The vertical edges of the petals are grooved, and there are eight drill holes on the back, one in each petal. This comes from west central Asia, and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is in fine condition.'; (Q-14) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 14 x 9 x 14mm. This has a slightly convex oval face, and the back rises steeply to a curving top, through which it is pierced. The design shows a walking horned quadruped with a dot in crescent above its back. This is a rare type of seal, but comes from Syria, Palestine or western Arabia and dates to c.1200-800 B.C. The lower part of the face is rubbed, but generally the seal is in good condition. The dot in crescent represents the crescent- and the full-moon.'; the rest comprising: one square with notched edges, depicting an ibex with symbols in the field; one discoid lapis seal with rosette pattern; one bifacial stamp with drilled pattern to either side, four triangles to one side, each comprising seven dots, and a semi-circle and fork of dots to the other; four plano-convex stamp seals including one brown stone with simple portrait bust, one with three lines of calligraphic text, and one with reverse formed as a zoomorphic face with rounded muzzle and eyes, unidentified design to the stamp; and one amulet formed as a discoid plaque with facing portrait of a man with swept back hair, flat nose and prominent lips. 61 grams total, 12-34mm (1/2-1 1/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers 1701, 2006, D-48, K-39, Q-14, R-803, Y-389, Y-965, Z-73, Z-79, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. Dr. Bonewitz notes: 'The items are made from bronze (2), serpentine (1), agate (2), composition (1), haematite (1) and lapis lazuli (3).' [10] Fine condition.
Lot 1675
Late 3rd millennium BC-2nd century AD. A mixed group of ten stamp seals with various shapes and designs, including six accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which state: (L-90) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 24 x 24.5 x 7mm. This is a round flat disc with pierced handle of the same sort of metal attached to the back. The face is compartmented, but not open-work. it shows a rosette with seven petals and scallops around the petals. This seal comes from west-central Asia and dates to c. 2000-1500 B.C It is an attractive design and in quite good condition.'; (V-723) 'Stamp Seal of bronze, 20 x 16 x 14mm. This appears to imitate something in nature, perhaps a camel's hoof. The face is flat and hollowed out with a design. The back is slightly convex and bears a stalk handle in the centre surmounted with a suspension loop. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is a rare type and in good condition. The design on the face is not easy to interpret.'; (T-427) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 21 x 19 x 15mm. this has the shape of what is depicted: a trefoil, with flat hollowed-out face, and convex back which rises to a stalk handle with pierced top. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. There is some incrustation on the surface which could be removed, but it is generally in good condition.'; (R-794) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 19 x 18.5 x 10mm. This is roughly round, with flat face and flat back, on which a short pierced stalk handle is mounted. The design on the face, which is compartmented, shows a central dot in circle and around it a quadruped with very long legs, a very short body, and small head with big ears. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. There is a little damaged to the edge, but it is generally in good condition and is one of the rarer types of such seals.'; (Q-41) 'Oblong Bronze Plaque, 20 x 25 x 9.5mm. this is a flat plaque of sheet metal with a loop on the back made from a strip of metal attached. The face has a design consisting of two standing horned animals, bodies facing but heads turned backwards. There is a simple cross between their legs two unidentified motifs at the upper corners and three dots spread along the bottom. This is a button from west central Asia, c. 1400-700 A.D. The design is so done that it could have served as a seal, but there is no evidence to confirm this. The whole object is in very good condition.' (U-576) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 16 x 19 x 18mm. This is like a round disc with one edge chipped off, and on the back there is a big circular suspension loop; The design on the face shows a standing horned animal with something dripping from its mount or nostrils. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 1500-1000 B.C. It is not clear whether the design was done before or after the chipping of the disc, since the feet of the animal fit along the break perfectly. The design is interesting for the drip. The design and metal are in good condition.'; (U-622) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 22 x 22 x 17mm. This has a flat round face with engraved design, and a slightly convex back, in the middle of which is a short stalk handle ending in a pierced suspension loop, the hole now being blocked with corrosion. the design shows a standing cock. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 200 B.C. to 200 A.D., Parthian or Kushan. Items of this kind are not so common, and though there is some incrustation on the back, which could be removed, the face is cleaned and in good condition.' 92 grams total, 19-42mm (3/4-1 3/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers R-794, T-427, U-622, U-576, L-90, Y-872, V-723, T-756,Y-826, Q-41, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [10] Fine condition.
Lot 1682
Late 3rd-2nd millennium BC. A mixed group of bronze seals of various shapes and designs including eight accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which state: (V-904) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 21 x 20 x 23mm. This has the shape of the design: a trefoil, with flat compartmented face and flat back, in the middle of which a stalk handle with suspension loop is mounted. This comes from west central ASia and dates to c. 2300-1800 B.C. There is incrustation on the surface, which could be removed. The piece is generally in fair condition.'; (U-319) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 10.5 x 11 x 18mm. This has a flat, round, compartmented face and sides which rise steeply to a suspension loop. The design, achieved with two lines, consists of a straight line dividing the circle and two short strokes starting from opposite edges and put at an angle in relation to the main line. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. There is some wear, but it is generally in good condition.': (U-318) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 12 x 11.5 x 18.5mm. This has a roughly round, flat compartmented face, and a back rising to a stalk handle with suspension loop. The design consists of two crescents based on the rim and placed opposite each other. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. It is a little worn, but generally it is in good condition'; (B-15) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 17 x 19 x 24mm. The roughly round, flat face is compartmented. The solid back rises sharply to a pierced egg-shaped handle. This design is created by two opposite V-shapes and two opposite circles with open end. This comes from the Bronze Age of west central Asia, and probably dates to c. 2000-1500 B.C. There is some incrustation which could be removed, but it is generally in very good condition.'; (B-32) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 20 x 12.5 x 23.5mm. The slightly convex face is triangular, and the back rises somewhat like a human foot to a pierced knob handle. the design, which is done in raised metal strip, consists of two curving lines and two short strokes joining one of the curving lines. This is a seal is from the Bronze Age of west central Asia, and probably dates to c. 2000-1500 B.C. It is worn but otherwise is in good condition.'; (T-994) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 20 x 17 x 27mm. This has a flat oval face and back which becomes a tall stalk handle surmounted by a top with oval hole. The design on the face consists of a dot in circle surrounded by scalloped edge. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. The outer scallops are squeezed, otherwise the piece is in good condition.; (T-767) Stamp Seal of Bronze, 17 x 17 x 16mm. This is round, with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a stalk handle with round suspension loop. the design, which is compartmented, consists of five straight lines beginning from the edge and one joining stoke within the middle. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. It has been cleaned and is in very good condition.'; (T-440) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 18 x 19 x 23mm. This has a round flat face and slightly convex back on which is mounted a stalk handle ending in a pierced loop. The design on the face consists of a central dividing line, with short gap in the centre, and to each side of a it a pair of crescents, a smaller within a bigger. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. There is a little incrustation, which could be removed, but the piece is in very good condition.' 91 grams total, 19-28mm (3/4-1"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers T-767, T-994, B-32, B-15, T-440, V-319, R-958, V-904, U-319, U-318, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [10] Fine condition.
Lot 1719
Late 3rd-2nd millennium BC. A mixed group of ten bronze seals with various shapes and designs including eight accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which state: (U-301) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 18 x 18 x 31. This has a round flat, compartmented face, and a back which rises steeply to a stalk handle with pierced loop. The design is half like a half of a segmented circle; the other half is irregular. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. It is covered with incrustation, which could be removed.'; (B-13) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 14 x 15 x 28mm. This has a flat, compartmented face, and a stalk handle rises from its solid back to a pointed pierced loop. The design is created by a straight line dividing the area, with two lines one to each side parallel to each other but diagonal in relation to the dividing line. This comes from the Bronze Age of west central Asia, and probably dates to c. 2000-1500 B.C. The surface is encrusted, but this could be removed.'; (V-247) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 16 x 15 x 20mm. This has a flat, round, compartmented face, and the back rises steeply to a pierced loop. The design is done in raised lines and consists of a simple cross, and a V-shape filling each of the quarters so created. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. The outer rim is worn down, but otherwise the seal is in good condition.'; (R-488) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 19 x 18.5 x 20mm. This has a round flat face and side which rise steeply to an oval pierced handle. The design on the face is a linear pattern: three inverted V-shapes based on the outer rim and separated them a straight line crossing the centre with a longer arm from it in the middle of one side, and two shorter arms from the other side. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c.2000-1600 B.C. The loop is worn, but otherwise the seal is in very good condition.'; (R-218) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 25 x 25 x 26mm. This is roughly a disc with stalk handle attached to the back, with pierced loop on top. The design is created with raised lines on the flat face. One such line, with diagonal joining line at each end, divides the surface into two, and two crescent shapes, one within the other, fill the spaces left. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2000-1600 B.C. It is worn and damaged at the edges, but remains an interesting example of its type.'; (T-697) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 16 x 15 x 20mm. This has a roughly round face, and back which rises steeply to the stalk handle surmounted by a pierced oval loop. The design on the face is worn and not easily interpreted.This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. The back is in quite good condition, but, as stated, the face is worn.': (D-25) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 23 x 19 x 25mm. This has an oval flat face, and the back rises to an oval pierced handle. The design is an abstract linear one based on an outcurving line, three of which with an extra line complete the design. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2000-1500 B.C. The edges of the face and of the handle are worn, otherwise it is in good condition.'; (B-16) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 20 x 21 x 24mm. The flat, round, compartmented face has a solid back which rises with diminishing diameter to a pierced loop. The design is created by four inverted U-shapes on the rim, two joined by a straight line. This is from the Bronze Age of west central Asia, and dates probably to c. 2000-1500 B.C. The object is worn, and the loop damaged, but with cleaning it would be in quite good condition.' 140 grams total, 19-33mm (3/4-1 1/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers B-16, D-25, T-697, R-218, R-488, V-247, B-13, U-301, V-775, T-228, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [10] Fine condition.
Lot 1725
14th-17th century AD. A mixed bronze group comprising: a belt fastener formed as a regardant duck with two lugs to the underside; six discoid stamp seals each with geometric motif and pierced lug to the reverse including five accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which state: (Q-1) 'Bronze Disk, 37 x 37 x 10mm. This is a round flat disc with loop attached to the back of bronze strip. The face has a beaded edge within which is a stylized human face with 13 leaf-like motifs around it and between each pair of 'eaves' is a smaller similar motif. This is reported to have come from west central Asia, which is entirely plausible, and it is most likely to be dated to c. 1400-1700 A.D. The object no doubt served as a button on some special garment, perhaps a uniform. It is a rare item.'; (Q-32) 'Bronze Disk, 32 x 33 x 9mm. This is a flat disc with a beaded edge on the back of which a loop of a short strip of metal is attached. The design on the face is based on four scrolling lines, two of which are placed symmetrically and have ends which join and then split into two portions. This came from west central Asia and mostly likely dates to c. 1400-1700 A.D. It most probably was a button for a formal garment. It is in good condition.'; (Q-33) 'Bronze Disk, 32.5 x 32 x 5.5mm. This is a round disk with a strengthened edge, and with a loop on the back made from a short strip of metal. The design on the face consists of a simple cross with each end forming a scrolling line. There is a dot in the middle of each scroll, and near the outer edges there is a group of four dots (once three) between each pair of scrolls. This came from west central Asia and most probably dates to c. 1400-1700 A.D. It is in good state of preservation save that the loop is broken. The object was most likely a button for a formal garment.'; (Q-34) 'Bronze Disk, 29 x 29 x 6mm. This is a round disc with a strengthened edge, on the back of which is a loop made from a small strip of metal. The design on the face consists of four whirligigs, a cross in the centre, and groups of two or four dots filling spaces at the edges. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 1400-1700 A.D. It is a button for a formal garment of some sort, and is in very good condition.' 93 grams total, 26-47mm (1 - 1 3/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers Q-30, Q-32, Q-33, Q-34, Q-35, R-461, Y-751; academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [7] Fine condition.
Lot 1739
4th-1st millennium BC. A group of ten stamp seals, including two accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which state: (U-55) 'Stamp Seal/ Bead of Translucent Stone, 27.5 x 14.5 x 8mm. This is a kind of ovoid, with ends cut off to accomodate the hole, and ridges in the centre from end to end on both sides. On one side both halves have engraved what appear to be alphabetic inscriptions, though different from each other. So far it has not proved possible to decipher them. This is reported to have come from west central Asia, which is entirely possible, but the bead may be earlier than the inscriptions: such beads may be even 4000 B.C., but the inscriptions must be later than 1000 B.C.'; (U-596) 'Stamp Seal of Dark Stone, 15 x 22 x 13mm. This has a flat oval face and back which rises to a pinched ridge, through which it is pierced. The design shows a small sitting spinging creature. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 1200-600 B.C. it is a rare type and in good condition.';the rest comprising: six plano-convex with ovoid base, all pierced, one with angled cross; one with canine chasing an animal, possibly a pig; one with irregular swirling cross design; one with four drilled lines forming a border and a central drilled curved line; one with field of dots, each with two or three short arms; and one with standing ibex; a triangular tabloid seal with triangular design to the upper face and addorsed horse protomes to the lower face; a triangular-section stamp with design to three sides, one with snake, one with ibex head and on with piriform shape formed of repeated notched lines. 72.6 grams total, 18-36mm (3/4-1 1/2"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers 155, 1935, R-613, R-852, U-55, V-427, V-596, V-928, Y-573, Y-574, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. Dr. Bonewitz notes: 'Items are made from limestone (5), marble (2), serpentine (2), and jasper (1).' [10] Fine condition.
Lot 1824
2nd millennium BC-17th century AD. A mixed group of bronze stamp seals, mainly discoid with loop handle to the reverse, including seven accompanied by a typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993 which state: (T-766) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze 15 x 15.5 x 12.5 mm. This is a roughly square plaque, with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a loop handle. The design on the face consists of a quadruped and another item above it. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. It is a rare type and in fair condition. The face has been cleaned, and the incrustation on the back could be removed.' (T-453) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze 17 x 16 x 11 mm. This has a flat, round face and a slightly convex back, on which is mounted a handle of sheet metal, pierced. The design on the face shows a standing ibex or similar animal, with a kind of wing projecting from its shoulder. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 1200-600 B.C. It is in very good condition.' (T-273) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze 16 x 22 x 10.5 mm. This is a scaraboid in shape, with flat oval face, tall back for a scaraboid, pierced lengthways with flanges around the holes, and also pierced from the top of the back to the other hole. The design on the face is surrounded by a notched band. It shows a figure seated on a chair holding up one hand, and in front is a table with crossed legs. This comes from Anatolia, or west Iran and dates to c. 600-400 B.C. It follows a Late Babylonian stamp seal type in its design. It is in very good condition.' (D-14) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze 15.5 x 17 x 13 mm. The face is almost round, slightly oval, and convex. The back is flat and on it is mounted a large ring for a handle. The design shows a standing zebu, a bird on the sing above it, and an unidentified item in front of it. This is from west central Asia and may date to c. 100-500 A.D. It is in very good condition.'; (R-131) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 14 x 14 x 15mm. This has a round, slightly convex face, and the back first flares sharply inwards, then becomes the neck of a demon's head, with two faces and prominent ears. Originally a loop handle stood on top of the head. The design on the face shows a standing worshipper in long robe raising one hand before the spade symbol (of the god Marduk), seven dots (the Pleiades), and below the lunar crescent and a star. This comes from North Mesopotamia or Syria and dates to c. 1000-700 B.C. It is a rare item, and in very good condition, save for the broken loop.'; (Q-45) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze,15 x 15.5 x 12mm. This has a flat round face, and the back is convex, rising with one groove around the sides to the base of a pierced loop. The design on the face shows a bear(?) jumping on the back of a standing quadruped with head turned backwards. This comes from west central Asia, and is a rare type and so difficult to date, but perhaps c. 200-500 A.D. is the most likely. The seal is in very good condition.'; (Q-31) 'Bronze Disk, 33 x 33 x 9mm. This is a round disc with a loop attached to the back, made of short metal strip with flattened ends. the face has an elegant design composed of a central tree-like structure with two scrolling lines near the top as its 'branches', and then from each side two further scrolling lines fill in the space, creating a pattern of four scrolling lines. This came from west central Asia, and most probably dated to c. 1400-1700 A.D., and is a button for most probably a uniform or expensive garment. It is in very good condition.' 62 grams total, 12-33mm (1/2 - 1 1/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; item numbers D-14, Q-31, Q-45, R-131, T-112, T-273, T-453, T-766; academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [8] Fine condition.
Lot 441
A pair of early 20th Century oils on boards, Isleworth church and ferry on the Thames' and 'The Thames from Richmond', signed (lower left) 'Norman R-----', 28cm x 40.5cm, together with an oil on canvas depicting a river and medow, signed (lower right) 'E. Turner', 29cm x 39cm, all framed (3)
Lot 90
1963 Studebaker AvantiRegistration no. 95 FLCChassis no. R-3962Odometer Reading: 48,750MoT Expiry: Exempt *Seldom seen in the UK*Original order throughout*Appealing colour scheme Often seen by classic enthusiasts as a very much a 'European' car, the Studebaker Avanti dispensed with excess chrome and fins and, thanks to its Raymond Loewy design, had a relatively subtle, restrained air. MPH is pleased to offer this 1963 model, which comes to market in good order, but with some scope for interior improvement. The bodywork and light metallic blue paint are in good order, with pleasing panel fit and good brightwork, and the engine bay is clean and tidy. The original hub caps are still fitted. Interior-wise the blue seats show little sign of wear and the door cards are in equally good order. Dashboard and steering wheel could benefit from a clean but present well, while the blue carpet requires replacing. Please click the link to view the walkaround video of this lot: click hereThis lot is subject to the following lot symbols: PP This lot is owned by a private individual. The right of return enjoyed by EU customers is not applicable.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 92
1968 Aston Martin DBSRegistration no. SJD 8FChassis no. 400/5040/ROdometer Reading: 78,000MoT Expiry: Exempt *First-rate history*Good colour combination*Excellent mechanically – manual gearbox The William towns-penned DBS brought the Aston Martin model range bang up to date at its launch and the crisp lines stood it in good stead for many years, albeit with modifications as the years passed. This early, DBS has is reported as having generally good bodywork, paint and trim, and it's Olive Green metallic paint suits the shape well. The Fawn Connolly leather seating and remainder of the interior is tidy throughout. The vendor says the engine starts very well and is said to run excellently while the running gear, including gearbox, clutch and suspension, is described as excellent.Please click the link to view the walkaround video of this lot: click hereFootnotes:Vendor Score Total: 78/100Bidders should note that the automated 100-point Seller's Assessment is provided by each Seller at the point of consignment using the guidelines below, and is not provided, assessed or verified by Bonhams MPH. Accordingly Customers (Bidders) are on notice that each vehicle is offered 'as is / as seen' subject to the Conditions of Sale for the auction, and Customers (Bidders) are strongly recommended to view the Lot(s) being offered, before bidding, in order to satisfy themselves as to their condition; Bonhams MPH will not entertain disputes over Sellers' Assessments. Key for sellers' assessments:1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very wellEXTERIOR TOTAL: 15/25Body Work: 3Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 3Glass: 3Paint: 3Wheels/Tyres: 3INTERIOR TOTAL: 12/20Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 3Headlining: 3Seats: 3Trim: 3ENGINE TOTAL: 18/20Mechanical components: 5Running: 5Starting: 4Under Bonnet: 4RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 20/20Axles: 5Brakes: 5Gearbox/Clutch: 5Suspension: 5ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 8/10Ancillary components: 4Main components: 4Car History File: 5This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: PP This lot is owned by a private individual. The right of return enjoyed by EU customers is not applicable.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 106
A BLACK OPAL RING, the central oval opal framed by twenty six diamonds, set in platinum on an 18ct gold band, ring size R Condition Report – 1.6cm x 1cm, in my opinion it is a solid opal, not a triplet, it is open back mounted, it is not a plain black back, you can see an unpolished opal back.
Lot 237
DAVID L. KENINGALE THE BLACK VEINED WHITE (A.crataegi) English specimens, MALE East Kent, June 1921, L.W.Newman, FEMALE, ab ochreous, East Kent, 6.7.1924, H. Wood, THE CHEQUERED SKIPPER (C.palaemon) MALE, English capture, R, Stanway Parris, Kings Cl iffe, 23.5.1922, displayed in cedarwood store box, labelled Collectanea Entomologica
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