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![Freemasonry.- Prichard (Samuel) Masonry Dissected: twelfth edition lightly browned disbound for J.Robinson [1745]. *** All ed](http://lot-images.atgmedia.com/SR/1574/2809537/142-2011110133615_468x382.jpg)
Lot 145
Freemasonry.- The Three Distinct Knocks or the Do woodcut vignette and diagram spotted a few small stains later limp calf gilt bowed split to foot of upper joint a few minor marks 8vo Dublin Thomas Wilkinson [?c.1760]. *** Rare. ESTC list only 3 copies (National Lib.of Ireland Bodleian and Grand Lodge Pennsylvania).
![0 Typed Letter from Auden to Chester [Kallman] 72 x 208mm fold Hinterholz Austria [1963] "Chester Would you let me know](http://lot-images.atgmedia.com/SR/1574/2809537/166-2011110133645_468x382.jpg)
Lot 166
0 Typed Letter from Auden to Chester [Kallman] 72 x 208mm fold Hinterholz Austria [1963] "Chester Would you let me know what you think of this on JFK - the Sunday Times want to print it W."; and a Typed Poem `Elergy for J.F.K.` with Auden`s pencil and red ink corrections 8vo [1963] folds (3 pieces) *** A rare and intimate survival. Chester Kallman was a lifelong friend and one-time lover of Auden who was considered by the poet to be his most trusted critic. The poem was set to music by Igor Stravinsky in 1964.
Lot 198
Lee (Laurie) Cider with Rosie first edition first issue signed by the author on half-title illustrations by John Ward original boards dust-jacket slightly rubbed at spine ends and corners with small closed tears to corners overall very good 8vo Hogarth Press 1959. *** The rare suppressed issue with the reference to piano factory fire.
Lot 240
Railwayana - a very rare and unique London & North Western Railway photo collection in 6 large albums. A huge archive of high quality photographs mainly of the locomotive fleet around the turn of the century plus stations, ships, sheds, road haulage and general infrastructure. Over 1000 pictures, viewing is essential
Lot 1423
A late 18th Century rare double sided glazed pendent gold locket, mounted obverse with pale coloured hair tied as a stylised bow set with seed pearls and further decorated with a gold and pearl anchor motif and, in the centre, the initial N, and date 1st Aug. 1798, set in gold and enamel within a rope work and seed pearl border ; and mounted reverse with a simple tied spray of auburn hair set with seed pearls, English, circa 1800, 8cm high (total) The initial N; Naval motifs and associated date suggest that the pale coloured spray of hair on the obverse of the locket belonged to Admiral Lord Nelson and that it was mounted shortly after his great victory at the battle of the Nile on 1 August 1798. The use of a single initial also indicates that the hair was mounted before the admiral was created Duke of Bronte by King Ferdinand of Naples in August 1799. Following his elevation to the Dukedom, Nelson invariably used the dual initials NB in correspondence and to decorate his possessions. Between August 1798 and August 1799, Nelson remained in Naples as a guest of the British Envoy, Sir William Hamilton. During this period, Nelson developed a strong attachment to Emma, Lady Hamilton which led, famously, to their full blown and scandalous love affair. This promotes the intriguing and romantic possibility that the darker, auburn coloured hair on the reverse of the locket belonged to Emma Hamilton. It closely matches the description and other known surviving hair of Emma`s, notably a lock mounted behind a miniature of her carried by Nelson to his death at Trafalgar and now in the collection of the National Maritime Museum at Greenwich. No other double sided hair locket of this type is known to be associated with Nelson and Emma, Lady Hamilton. Moreover, the early date and decoration suggests that it is not a memento mori but a presentation gift to an admirer or associate whilst they were both in Naples and before their return to England together in 1800. If such, it is a unique relic of an enduring love affair.
Lot 1077
RARE ENGLAND V SCOTLAND MATCHDAY PROGRAMME FROM `THAT MATCH` IN 1967 The match, a qualifying tie for the Henri Delaunay Cup, played on April 15th 1967 is Scotland`s most famous victory against England. England had won the 1966 FIFA World Cup at Wembley less than a year previously and were undefeated in 19 games. Despite fielding four of the Celtic side that had just won the 1967 European Cup Final and stars such as Denis Law, Jim Baxter and Billy Bremner, Scotland were massive underdogs going into the match. Scotland took an early lead through a goal by Law, and Bobby Lennox put Scotland 2-0 up with just 12 minutes remaining. England were somewhat hampered by the fact that Jack Charlton suffered an injury early in the game. England manager Alf Ramsey was unable to substitute Charlton and therefore decided to use him in the unfamiliar role of centre forward. Ironically, Charlton scored England`s first goal. Scotland soon reestablished a two goal lead, however, with Jim McCalliog making the score 3-1. Geoff Hurst scored a late goal to make the final score 3-2 to Scotland. Baxter memorably played "keepie uppie" as Scotland toyed with their opponents late in the game. The Scots playfully claimed afterwards that the victory made them unofficial world champions. Ultimately however it was England who qualified for the 1968 European Championship because of results in the other matches. Note: The teamsheet page on the centre of the programme is autographed by Jackie Charlton
Lot 1258
LARGE & RARE IRISH SILVER MOUNTED HORN SNUFF MULL the hinged silver lid marked for Dublin 1829 and engraved with a crest dated 1690 to commemorate the Battle of the Boyne, 37cm long Note: The Battle of the Boyne was fought in 1690 between two rival claimants of the English, Scottish and Irish thrones-the Catholic King James and the Protestant King William, who had deposed James in 1688. The battle, won by William, was a turning point in James` unsuccessful attempt to regain the crown and ultimately helped ensure the continuation of Protestant supremacy in Ireland. The battle took place on 1 July 1690 (old style Julian calendar-equivalent to 12 July `new style` or Gregorian calendar) just outside the town of Drogheda on Ireland`s east coast. The armies stood on opposing sides of the River Boyne. William`s forces defeated those of James who led an army of mostly raw recruits. The symbolic importance of this battle has made it one of the best-known battles in British and Irish history. It is a key part in Ulster Protestant folklore and is still commemorated today, principally by the Orange Institution. As a consequence of the adoption of the Gregorian calendar (or "New Style" dating) the battle is now commemorated on 12 July each year.
Lot 39
Orkneys and Isle of Lewis -- Mackenzie, Murdoch Orcades: or a geographic and hydrographic survey of the Orkney and Lewis Islands, in eight maps. London: for the author, 1750. Large folio, list of subscribers, 8 folding or double-page charts mounted on original guards, contemporary half calf, worn Note: The original edition of Mackenzie`s first and most attractive atlas with eight charts and accompanying sailing directions. The survey was carried out between 1747 and 1749 and Mackenzie used a rigid triangulation framework for the first time so ensuring a hitherto unknown standard of accuracy laying down the coast line. Rare: copies recorded only at BL, Oxford, Edinburgh and National Maritime Museum.
Lot 165
James VII & II - Duncan Forbes of Culloden - Rare Broadsides An bound volume of mainly 17th century broadsides and pamphlets, to include Royal Proclamation A signed proclamation by the King [James VII & II] giving loyal subjects authority to rise in arms against those disloyal. Dublin: printed by Andrew Crook & Samuel Helsham, 1689. Single sheet approx. 48 by 21cm, signed by James VII & II and [Earl of] Melfort, wax seal at top left edge, trimmed around text, seal and arms at head of the sheet, previous folds and creases; Broadside relating to Scottish tax collecting. Edinburgh, 1630. Approx. 35 by 30cm, ink signature at base, manuscript insertions in body text, previous folds and creases, wax seal removed; Commissioners at Leith Two copies of a broadside relating to custom duties at Scottish ports. Leith: printed by Evan Tyler, 1651. Approx. 44 by 32.5cm, previous folds and creases, stained at left edge, trimmed at right edge; Broadside Reasons humbly offered in the behalf of Scotland, concerning the exceeding great disproportions betwixt the assessments of that nation... [Edinburgh, c.1653]. Approx 37 by 29cm, previous folds, water stain to right edge; Forbes Request de Pierre Henry Clerc... au Sieur de Forbes. [No place], 1655. Approx 46 by 32cm, signed at base [Forbes?], previous folds, trimmed at upper edge [some loss]; Forbes, Duncan Two copies of a proposal for settling peace of the Highlands, by the means of two independant companies and some particular small garisons of the standing forces. [No place, c.1660]. Approx 31 by 19cm, printed on both sides; Royal Proclamation by the committee of estates... against unlawfull meetings and seditious papers. Edinburgh, 1660. Approx. 36 by 31cm, previous folds and creases; Ecclesiastical His Majesties declaration... for the preservation of the rights and interests of the church... Edinburgh, 1672. Approx. 37 by 31cm, previous folds and creases; Leith Reasons for passing an act for communication of trade to the town of Leith. [No place, c. 1690`s]. Folio, 4 pages; Taxation A proclamation containing His Majesties grave and favour to His Subjects of this His Ancient Kingdom of Scotland. Edinburgh, 1674. Approx. 42 by 32cm, previous folds and creases, closed tear at centre fold; Daffy, Anthony Elixir Salutis: the choice drink of health... London, 1675. Small 4to, 8pp., hole to first leaf with some loss; Forbes, Duncan Four copies of a Petition for Duncan Forbes of Culloden. [No place, c.1677]. Approx. 31 by 18cm, regarding the rights of Forbes to sell Ferintosh Aquavitae; Forbes, Duncan Two copies of Duplys for Colloden to the Master of Tarbats replys. [No place, c.1677]. Approx. 31 by 19cm; Forbes, Duncan Manuscript of information for Thomas Moncrieff and William Duff for John Forbes of Culloden. [No place], 1672. Approx., 31 by 19cm, 2 sheets; Glass Manufacture Memorial to his Grace Her Majesties high commissioner... in behalf of Mr. James leBlanc and William Scot, masters of glass manufactories against Sarah Dalrymple. [No place, no date]. Approx. 31 by 19cm, regarding the monopoly of importing mirrors free of duty; Ecclesiastical The humble address of the Presbyterian ministers and professors of the Church of Scotland. [No place, no date]. Approx. 31 by 19cm, previous folds; Monteith, Alexander The humble petition of Alexander Monteith chirurgeon in Edinburgh. Edinburgh, [no date]. Approx. 31 by 19cm, regarding Monteith`s discovery of a "way to draw a spirit from malt in smell, taste and all other qualities, equal in goodness to true French Brandie..."; Heritable Jurisdictions A bill for taking away and abolishing the heretable jurisdictions in that part of Great Britain called Scotland. [No place, no date]. Folio, 15pp., woodcut header piece; Advice to the King The countrey-mans complaint and advice to the King. [No place], 1681. Folio, 2pp.; Proclamation discharging the importing of forraign linen, or woolen cloth, gold and silver thread. Edinburgh, 1681. Approx., 34 by 31cm, previous folds; Speech His Majesties most gracious speech to both Houses of Parliament at the opening of Parliament at Oxford... 1681. London, 1681. Folio, signatures A2 only; Declaration and offer of duty by the Kingdom of Scotland, with an annexation of the excise to the Crown. Edinburgh, 1685. Approx. 34 by 31cm, previous folds; Mackenzie, Col. Act of Council dispensing with circuit courts for this instant year 1685. Edinburgh, 1685. Folio, approx. 31 by 19cm; Proclamation for putting the Kingdom of Scotland in a posture of defence against the enemies of the King. Edinburgh, 1685. Approx. 34 by 31cm, previous folds, torn along top edge; Forbes, Duncan Two copies of answers to the compaint given... by the Master of Tarbat and some others against Duncan Forbes of Culloden. [No place, c.1680`s]. Folio, 2pp.; Forbes, Duncan Five copies of the Act of parliament in favours of Duncan Forbes of Collodine, anent the valuation of the lands of Ferrintosh. Edinburgh, 1690. Folio, 2pp.; Forbes, Duncan The case of John Forbes of Culloden Esq. only son and heir of Duncan Forbes the late Lord President of the Court of Session. Edinburgh, [no date]. Folio, 2pp.; Forbes, Duncan Answers to the complaint given... by the Master of Tarbat and some others against Duncan Forbes of Culloden. [No place, c.1680`s]. Folio, 2pp.; House of Commons Votes of the House of Commons. London, 1691. 8vo, signature Pppp1-2 only; Proclamation anent the new levies. Edinburgh, 1693. Approx., 34 by 31cm; Forbes, Duncan Two copies of a recommendation in favours of Duncan Forbes of Collodden. Edinburgh, 1695. Approx. 34 by 31cm, previous folds; Navitpayne, Hendry Answers for Hendry Navitpayne to the inditement raised at the instance of their Majesties Advocate, before the High Court of Parliament. [No place], 1692. Folio, 4pp.; Smith, John To His Grace... [from] John Smith, late Muster Master Depute. [No place], 1693. Folio, 2pp; Forbes, Duncan Seven copies of an act of parliament anent the excyse of Ferrintosh. Edinburgh, 1695. Approx. 28 by 18cm; Scottish Parliament Minuts of the proceedings of parliament. Edinburgh, 1696. Numbers 1 to 20 [lacking numbers 2, 13 & 18]; Glass Manufacture Act and ratification in favours of the glass-manufactory at Morisons Haven. Edinburgh, 1698. Folio, approx. 32 by 18.5cm; House of Commons The humble address of the House of Commons to the King. Edinburgh, 1699. Approx. 31 by 19cm; all bound together in 19th century half calf gilt, marble endpapers, rubbed at edges Provenance: A.J.C. Warrand, bookplate. [Alex J.C. Warrand resided at Ryefield House, Muir of Ord, died 1899]
Lot 319
Murray, Lieut.-Colonel W., Yr. of Ochtertyre Sketches of scenery in Scotland, drawn in outline. 4to, presentation copy inscribed on endpaper "Mrs Semple, with Lt. Col. Murray`s compls." lithographed title, contents page and 42 plates lithographed by Morison and S. Leith after Murray, contemporary half morocco, worn, lacks spine, upper cover detached Note: Very rare. Murray produced another rare book of letterpress and lithographs under the title Scenery of the Highlands and islands of Scotland, lithographed by S. Leith, Banff, from drawings in outline, by Lieut. Colonel W. Murray, Younger of Ochtertyre, which was published, undated, in Perth by Morison, Junr. & Co. This work had 82 pages of text and 26 leaves of plates, unlike the present work which has 42 leaves of plates and no text except for title and Contents leaf. Only one copy of this work is recorded in the U.K. (N.L.S.). Another work with a similar title Sketches of scenes in Scotland, drawn in outline by Lieut. Col. Murray, with historical and descriptive illustrations by D.M. was published in Perth, undated, but with the date of 1834 ascribed to it by the NLS.
Lot 327
Russia -- Prince Nikolay Alexandrovich - Tsar Nicholas II Ukhtomskii, Prince Esper Esperovich. Puteshestvie na Vostok Ego Imperatorskago Vysochestva Gosudaria Naslidnika Tsearevicha, 1890-91. [His Imperial Highness Czar heritor Cesarevitch`s travels to the East, 1890-91]. St. Petersburg: F. Brokgauz, 1893. 4to, volume 1 only, engraved portrait frontispiece, illustrations by Nikolay Nikolaveich Karazin, original pictorial cloth gilt, rubbed, joints splitting Note: Rare. Probably published in very small numbers.
Lot 342
J & B RARE-15 YEAR-OLD Blended Scotch whisky. 75cl, 43% volume. BLAIRMHOR-8 YEAR-OLD Pure malt whisky produced by R.Carmichael & Sons, Airdire. 75cl, 40% volume. THE EMINENT ABERDONIAN 12 YEAR-OLD Speyside malt whisky produced for Aberdeen Chamber of Commerce. 75cl, 40% volume. GLEN CALDER Blended scotch whisky produced by Gordon & MacPhail. 70cl, 40% volume. HOUSE OF STUART Blended scotch whisky. 26 2/3 fl oz, 70 proof. PRESIDENT Blended scotch whisky produced by MacDonald Greenlees, Edinburgh. 750ml, 43% volume, in carton. 6 Bottles.
Lot 442
GLEN MORAR-5 YEAR-OLD Blended scotch whisky. 75cl, 40% volume. OLDMOOR MAJOR Blended scotch whisky. 70cl, 70 proof. PH JUNIOR French Whisky. 70cl, 30% volume. GLEN KELLA Blended Manx whisky. 75cl, 40% volume. CLUB 73 French Whisky. 70cl, 30% volume. BLUE STAR-3 YEAR-OLD Rare Old Whisky. 0.7l, 66.5 proof. PRINCE OF WALES Blended scotch whisky. 24 2/3 fl ozs, 75 proof. BOND 7 Australian blended whisky from Milne & Co. 750ml. JOHN FLY Blended whisky. 70cl, 40% volume. SWN Y MOR Welsh Chwisgi. 37.5cl, 40% volume. Fill just below shoulder. SWN Y MOR DECANTER Welsh Chwisgi. 70cl, 40% volume. 11 Bottles.
Lot 458
GLEN MORAY VALLEE DU RHONE-1976 Single Speyside Malt Whisky aged 26 years Rare Vintage Vallee Du Rhone Wood Finish, 70cl 46% volume (ucf). Boxed GLEN MORAY COMMERATIVE-1986 Single Speyside Malt Whisky bottled to commemorate opening of the Distillery Visitor Centre. No 3 of 276 bottles, 70cl 64.4% volume (ucf). Boxed GLEN MORAY MOUNTAIN OAK MALT Single Speyside Malt Whisky aged in Mountain Oak (Final Release). No. 60 of 1158 bottles, 70cl 58.6% volume (ucf). Boxed 3 Bottles.
Lot 507
GLENFIDDICH-18 YEAR-OLD 70cl, 40%vol. Fill to shoulder, with original carton. LEAPFROG-1988, Murray McDavid bottling of a "south Islay single malt whisky". Distilled 1988, bourbon cask, bottled 1999, cask ref 3877. 70cl, 46% vol. RARE SPEYSIDE SINGLE MALT WHISKY Single Speyside Malt Whisky, 70cl 40% volume. Tubed GLENMORANGIE GIFT SET Single Highland Malt Whisky gift set. 35cl 40% volume with nosing glass. HIGHLAND SHIELD-25 YEAR-OLD Blended Scotch Whisky in `Wade` ceramic decanter. 70cl 40% volume. JOHNNIE WALKER SWING SUPERIOR Blended Scotch Whisky. 700ml 40% volume. In carton. BEN ALDER Blended Scotch Whisky. Gordon & MacPhail bottling. 75cl? 40% volume. Slight label damage. 7 Bottles.
Lot 688
BOWMORE THE ORIGINAL MARINER-15 YEAR-OLD Distilled 1970`s, bottled early 1990`s. Distilled and bottled by Morrison Bowmore. Rare screen printed label of sailboat surmounted by blue square. In original cardboard tube., showing same logo. Level: In the Neck. Single malt whisky, 75cl, 43% volume.
Lot 20
A rare Victorian compound binocular microscope by Smith & Beck of Colemans Street, London, no.190, having rack and pinion adjusted binocular coarse focusing, with micrometer screw fine focus and mounted jewel nose piece, above mechanical adjustable stage and sub stage, on twin tapered column supports and triform base, with bullseye condensing mirror, in original fitted case with a quantity of lenses and sundries, the case interior fitted with an arrangement of six drawers containing a collection of approx thirty slides, various makers and homemade, including T.Stem Hippuris, mineral samples etc, also a quantity of related sundries to include mirror stand adjusters etc, height 50cm approx (illustrated)
Lot 220
A collection of approximately 800 assorted cigarette cards, various manufacturers and series to include Wills coaches and coaching days, aviation, World Dreadnoughts, Nicholas Sarony & Co ships of all ages, Lambert & Butler Empire air routes, aeroplane markings, Godfrey Phillips aircraft, Odgens yachts and motorboats, John Player Specials life on board `A Man of War`, Ardath tobacco, stamps rare and interesting, etc
Lot 360A
Ptolemy Sexta Asie Tabula being a rare map of Arabia, printed by J Schott Strazzburg, 1513 published by J Eszler and G Ubelin, being in black and white, 33.5 x 57.5cm, framed and glazed, (originally bought for £850 in 1978), also a late 18th century map of the Arabian Gulf or Red-Sea from D`Anville`s Atlas, engraved for John Harrison, 115 Newgate Street, being a black and white map of the Yemen, Bahr Kolzum region with inset maps of Suakem, Matzua et Arkiko and Albabo, 45 x 33cm, framed and glazed (2) (illustrated)
Lot 111
A pair of George I Britannia standard silver `andiron` sugar tongs, by Peter Harache, London circa 1715, oval bowls, one side pierced, with a rare central removable cleaning spike, baluster finial, length 11.8cm, approx. weight 0.5oz purchased from Phillips, London, 26 April 1996. For an illustration of a similar example see Eric Delib, Investing in Silver, Barrie and Rockliff, 1968, page 26.
Lot 131
A rare William and Mary miniature silver toy knife box with three canon handled knives and a fork, by George Manjoy, London 1694, tapering fluted form, pull-off fluted cover, on a raised circular foot, with seven holes for knives, the underside scratch initialled `M.P`, th knife blades and fork with maker`s mark, height 5.3cm, length of knife 4.5cm, approx. weight 0.8oz. Purchased from Phillips, London, 30 April 1982.
Lot 148
A rare Queen Anne miniature silver chocolate pot, by George Manjoy, London probably 1712, tapering circular form,straight spout, scroll handle, the hinged cover with a scroll mounted hole for the stirring rod, height 5.3cm, approx. weight 0.7oz. Purchased form Christie`s, King Street, 25 October 1989. for a very similar example see, Christie`s, King Street, An Important Collection of Silver Toys and Miniatures, October 11, 1972, lot 61.
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