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Click here to subscribeA Rare Dinky Toys 189 Triumph Herald Promotional Issue, in duo-tone Lichfield Green and Sebring White, with spun hubs, in original yellow picture box, colour code blue/white, these special issues were ordered by Standard-Triumph of Coventry and apparently despatched directly to the dealerships from Binns Road, VG, minor chipping to extreme edges, box G but lacking one inner tab
Corgi Mini 7 Racing Club Minis, including rare signed ltd edition of 10 CC82226 Ian Gunn Car No.3 on Sports Pack body, others include CC82203 Christopher Huck, CC82237 Dave Kimberely, C82227 Andrew Howard, CC82214 Ian Gunn, CC82238 Sarah Munns, CC82212 Dave Braggins, CC82202 Steve Bell, CC82211 Peter Badwin, CC82241 James Hall and many others, in original boxes, E, boxes F-VG (29)
Corgi Competition & Racing Minis, including CC82204 2001 MSA British Rally Championship Mini, rare red wing mirrors, VA02529 Colin McRae Mini 1275cc, CC86513 John Cooper Challenge No.12 (2), CC82225 Austin Cooper Mini-Acropolis Rally 2003, CC99175 Rover Mini Cooper & BMW Mini One D, CC99153 Mini Cooper & Land Rover Acropolis Rally 2004, 60006 Land Rover, Trailer & Mini Safari Rally, CC82242 Mini Cooper Classic, CC82240 Mini Cooper Classic Wales Rally GB and others, in original boxes, E, boxes F-E (18)
1980s Corgi Toy Minis, including scarce Kay's Catalog red Racing Mini, similar example in blue, 'After Eight' Mini (3), one with rare 'Mini 30' baseplate, 602 Mini City (2), one plain, one with 'Austin Morris Mini 30 1959-1989' on roof, Code 3 Bobs Models Mini Police Car, ltd edition of 100, MSMC Windsor Swapmeet Mini (2) and others, in original boxes, E, boxes F-VG (14)
Quantity of assorted whisky, spirits, and port:Jameson Irish whiskey, 43%, 1LBell's Finest blended Scotch whisky, 40%, 1LFamous Grouse, blended Scotch whisky, 75cl, 40% (in carton)J&B Rare blended Scotch whisky, 40%, 75cl (in carton)2x Bardinet Napoleon Brandy, 70 proof, one 24fl oz, one 34.5fl oz in cartonTaylor's 4XX 10 year old port, in carton3x Harveys Bristol Cream sherry, in cartons2x Croft Original pale cream sherry, in cartons.Qty: 12 bottles
A rare George III silver étui, oval in section with reeded borders and a slightly tapering body and a concealed end cap which pulls off to reveal a whistle, the interior fitted with: a bone tablet, a pair of mounted steel scissors, a steel-bladed folding knife, a tubular pen/pencil and a miniature silver spoon, unmarked, 1770-1790, 11cm long.
A rare Georgian III "double duty" silver caddy spoon with engraving and a fluted circular bowl, initialled and dated "1813", by Joseph Taylor, Birmingham 1797, 8.5cms long, 0.25oz.NB. In 1797 the duty on silver was doubled and in that year the King's head duty mark was struck twice. On this spoon, however, as an anomaly, the lion passant has also been struck twice - a really collectable item!
Description amendment: A George V nephrite handled butter knife and jam spoon, with engraved decoration, by Adie and Lovekin Ltd, Birmingham, 1911; a rare pair of mother-of-pearl and tortoise shell sugar tongs, feather-edge pattern, c.1775 and a small nest of brass weights, with a hasp and pin closure, the latter 4cm high. (4)Note: the brandy pan originally in this lot has been withdrawn.
A boxed group of TV, Film & Military related items to include Thunderbirds limited edition box set along with a rare hard to find McFarlane Toys Movie Maniacs Jaws Deluxe box set and others (see photo). Conditions are generally Good (unchecked for completeness) in Good boxes. (QTY IN TWO BOXES)
A rare Italian inlaid mahogany bureau, c.1940, designed by Paolo Buffa, the frieze inlaid in sycamore with a spiral band, the sloping front inlaid with a verdure scene of classical ruins, opening to reveal a fitted interior with drawers and centred with a cupboard mounted with glass beads, over a single drawer, the legs mounted with gilt-bronze sabots,80cm wide45cm deep145cm high Condition ReportRepolished and in good overall condition. With two keys. Some minor knocks to the legs.
A pair of walnut chairs, by Carlo Bugatti (1856-1940) each with a swept back, with turned and copper-mounted supports and mounts with embossed details, decorated with pewter and brass dog-tooth banding, some over-painted, the back and the seat with a suede pad,69.5cm wide 70cm deep92cm high, seat 41.5cm high (2)Carlo Bugatti (1856-1940) was an Italian designer and architect who is widely celebrated for his innovative and distinctive furniture designs. As a prominent figure of the Art Nouveau movement, Bugatti's furniture pieces were characterized by their unique blend of exotic influences, luxurious materials, and intricate craftsmanship.Bugatti was born into a family of artists in Milan, Italy. He initially trained as an architect and later turned his attention to furniture design. Drawing inspiration from a variety of sources, including Islamic, Oriental, and Gothic styles, Bugatti developed a distinctive aesthetic that set him apart from his contemporaries.One of the hallmarks of Bugatti's furniture designs was his use of exotic materials. He incorporated materials such as richly carved woods, rare and precious metals, and luxurious textiles. Bugatti often combined these materials in bold and unexpected ways, resulting in visually striking and unconventional pieces.Bugatti's furniture designs were also characterized by their intricate detailing and elaborate ornamentation. He employed techniques such as inlay, marquetry, and gilding to create intricate patterns and motifs on the surfaces of his furniture. These embellishments showcased his mastery of craftsmanship and attention to detail.While Bugatti's furniture designs were often visually elaborate, they were also intended to be functional. He carefully considered the ergonomics and comfort of his pieces, ensuring that they were not only visually appealing but also practical for everyday use.Bugatti's furniture designs gained recognition and acclaim during his lifetime, and his work was exhibited in prestigious international exhibitions, including the Exposition Universelle in Paris in 1900.Provenance: Private collection, Avignon, France.Condition ReportThe suede seats and backs are replacements. Some evidence of soldering to the copper mounted spindles. Dog tooth bands, appear to be overpainted and painted in places. Staining to the woodwork of the frames.
§ A rare rosewood twin-pedestal dining table, c.1960, designed by Andrew J Milne for Heal's, with elliptical ends with a shallow edge, a single leaf, raised on tapering supports mounted with bronzed tripod feet, 245cm wide extended 122cm deep72cm highBuying this table at auction could save up to 0.46 tonnes of CO2e compared to buying new.Condition ReportCITES A10 No. 567077/01. With a glass top. Some rubbing a polishing to the top and the supports.
A collection of banknotes, share certificates, indentures and coins, to include a rare error note (1990 £5 banknote) with red line cancellation, no serial number, clear watermark of the Queen's head; four Imperial Russian banknotes for 500 Rubles; share certificates for Spokane Valley & Northern Railway Company 1917, American Mineral Production Company 1918, Silkstone Dodworth Coal & Iron Company 1873, Corporation Property Company 1875; Probate & Will for Miss Ann Shipton, York, 1869-72; an album of coins, mostly Half Penny (1920s/30s) & Three Pence (1960s), and a few other items similar, the whole in one plastic folder
A bottle of Offley Boa Vista 1970 Vintage Port; a bottle of KWV Port from South Africa; a bottle of Moët et Chandon, Silver Jubilee Cuvée 1977 Champagne; and a bottle of Hine Rare VSOP CognacQty: 4The Offley Boa Vista 1970 Vintage Port with the level at the top of the shoulder.The KWV Port with level within the neck.The foil covering the muselet of the Moët et Chandon, Silver Jubilee Cuvée 1977 Champagne is damaged and the level is reasonable.The Hine Rare VSOP Cognac is in an old box, and the bottle is in good condition.
Corgi - Pre Production - A rare factory 'stage sample' model of a Mosquito in 1:32 scale. This development model was sold by Corgi in 2006 at a charity auction. The grey painted model features silver and clear plastic parts. There is only one engine cover with the model and the right rear wing tip, one propeller blade and the nose cone are all detached but still included to refit. The model is signed and dated on the underside of the left wing and comes with a letter signed by the MD of Corgi. (This does not constitute a guarantee)
Corgi - Pre Production - A rare factory 'first shot' model of a Hawker Hurricane in 1:32 scale. This development model was sold by Corgi in 2006 at a charity auction. The unpainted model features all of its plastic parts in different colours and has an unpainted metal stand. There is no engine cover with the model and one of the right wing guns is broken off and missing, there left rear flap has a glue repair. The model is signed and dated on the underside of the left wing and comes with a letter signed by the MD of Corgi. (This does not constitute a guarantee)
Pokemon: A boxed Nintendo Gameboy, Pokemon Sapphire version, Nintendo red strip sealed, 2003, rare in unopened condition, seal appears fully intact, some slight bulging to box and small dinks and knocks to edges, 'Zigzagoon, Torchic, Mudkip, Taillow' screenshot to reverse. The game was originally bought for the vendors' son upon release but was never opened and kept in storage ever since. Please assess photographs.
Pokemon: A boxed Nintendo Gameboy, Pokemon Red version, Nintendo red strip sealed, 1998, rare in unopened condition, seal appears almost fully intact, with a 30mm (approx.) split to seal on the reverse of the box, some slight bulging to box, 'Charmeleon / Pidgey' screenshot to reverse. The game was originally bought for the vendors' son upon release but was never opened and kept in the loft ever since. Please assess photographs.
A Rare 1906 De Dion Promotional Book/Stereoscopic Viewer, with embossed front cover, opening to a stereoscopic viewer, with paper roll of 10 images depicting the De Dion Bouton Factory, it's workers and the cars it produced, with key-shaped 'winders' to base, the inside back cover opening to 1906 De Dion Bouton sales booklet (lacking pages)12cm by 20cm by 3.5cm
Registration: SN0892D VIN: FCW6215839 Milage Showing: 82,000 Transmission: Manual MOT: Exempt1966Stunning conditionColumn change manual gearbox Launched in 1963 this 3rd generation Victor was known as the 101 because it had 101 improvements over the previous generation car. Fitted with a 1.6 litre petrol engine and column change 3 speed manual gearbox. This example first registered in October 1966 by Hull's Motors of Essex shows just 4 former keepers and 82,000 miles. Presented in very original condition. Especially rare in estate form. Sold with original handbook and service book as well as old registration documents.Please see our walk around video for more information and engine start up
Registration: H468JKB VIN: VS6BXXWPFBLB45789 Milage Showing: 56,000 Transmission: Manual MOT: 21/02/2024Rare Mercury Grey example56,000 milesVery original conditionSupplied new and first registered in April 1991 by Brook Bridge garage of Prescot and finished in Mercury Grey a rare and expensive optional colour over the standard red or white. Showing 56,000 miles, 5 previous keepers and MOT till February next year.Presented in fabulous original condition with the exception of a tasteful aftermarket exhaust. Sold with original Ford book pack including service book with original Ford 2 year service agreement plus 11 service stamps, the most recent in April this year.Also sold with receipts for other maintenance as well as rolling road health check by Ford specialists Motorsports developments in Lancashire in 2019 including compression test return healthy results and confirmation of standard ECU, turbo and injectors.Also sold with 2 sets of keys.A fantastic example of Ford's hot hatch!Please see our walk around video for more information and engine start upGUIDE PRICE £18,000 - £22,000
A RARE LONGQUAN GUAN-TYPE FOLIATE-RIMMED SHALLOW DISH, SOUTHERN SONG DYNASTY, 13TH CENTURY the dish with a concave shallow chrysanthemum-formed centre, potted with a foliate-shaped rim, covered overall in a sea-green glaze suffused with a network of icy, flake-like crackles. 16.3cm diameterAn English Private CollectionIt is considered that around 1200AD, the Longquan kilns started to produce crackle glazes and a rare type of glaze with icy crackles was probably made as an imitation of the finest official wares. Although the jade-like, sea-green glaze on this shallow dish is smooth, it has a profusion of these rare Guan-style icy, flake-like layers in the glaze. There are only a few examples of complete Longquan celadon wares in the Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art collection with this type of Guan-style glaze and some fragments. Comparison fragments with similar Guan-style celadon glaze in their collection are accession numbers FSC-P-1112 and FSC-P-1083.The foliate rim is quite apparent on this dish; however, due to the thick crackle glaze, the moulded chrysanthemum decoration on the inside and the formed petals decoration underneath are less noticeable.Some of the Longquan Guan-type wares have a dark body, and it is quite evident from the unglazed base of the dish that this is one of those with this rare darker body. Around the outside of the foot rim is a distinctive concave moulding that has been identified as being used during the Southern Song dynasty by the Longquan kilns. The V&A collection has a Longquan celadon sherd with a similar foot rim style, dated as Song dynasty, accession number C.1470:9-1924.
A VERY RARE LONGQUAN GE-TYPE BLACK-BODY DISH, SOUTHERN SONG / YUAN DYNASTY, 13TH – 14TH CENTURY with shallow sides flaring at an angle from a short foot to a foliate-shaped rim, evenly covered overall except the base with a rare Ge-type greyish-green glaze with ‘Gold Thread’ crackles, the unglazed base revealing the black body burnt purplish-brown in the firing. 14cm diameterAn English Private CollectionThe form and foliate style rim, with the foot rim glazed and unglazed base, is typical of dishes made at the Longquan kilns during the Southern Song to Yuan period. The dish was possibly used as a washer to adorn the table of a scholar. However, the elements which make this dish very rare are the black body that fired a purplish-brown shade on the surface of the unglazed base and the exquisite ‘Gold Thread’ crackles in the celadon glaze. It is thought that the black 'Iron Wire' lines on Ge wares were produced using a black pigment but that the small thin ‘Gold Thread’ lines were caused by the iron oxide from the iron-rich clay permeating through the crackle in the glaze after the dish had been buried by the potters underground for a length of time.It is most likely that the Longquan kiln intentionally attempted to imitate the crackle glaze of Ge wares with this scarce dish. The Ge (‘elder brother’) kiln site is yet to be determined, and it is generally accepted that the crackles in the glaze of Geyao are either just ‘Iron Wire’ or the combined ‘Gold Thread and Iron Wire’ shades. However, there are some examples of dishes in the Palace Museum which only have the ‘Gold Thread’ crackle and these are illustrated in ‘Selection of Ge Ware, The Palace Museum Collection and Archaeological Discoveries, 2017, item 51 pages 130—131, item 54 pages 136—137 and item 55 pages 138—139.The glaze of Ge wares contains many tiny bubbles. Generally, the glaze resembles shiny, oily skin and is not illuminant. An example of this type of Ge ware glaze is on a vase in the Metropolitan Museum collection, accession number: 42.198. The profusion of bubbles in the glaze of this dish, similar to those in Ge glaze, shows how the Longquan kiln was able to imitate Ge ware.Although the surface of the unglazed base on this dish fired a dark purplish-brown, due to the tiny surface firing cracks on the base, it can be seen using magnification that they expose the iron-rich black body. This is very unusual for Longquan ware, as it is normal for such ceramics to have a lighter grey body. Although fragments of Longquan Black-body Guan-type wares were excavated at the Wayaolu kiln site, and a number of these are in the Zhejiang Institute of Cultural Relics and Archaeology ( Selection of Ge Ware, The Palace Museum Collection and Archaeological Discoveries, 2017, pages 198—217 ), it is extremely rare to find a complete Longquan Ge-type dish of this form having a black stoneware body similar to Ge wares.
Wempe: A Rare Giant Size Second World War Luftwaffe Aviator's Wristwatch, signed Wempe, Hamburg, B-Uhr, circa 1941, (calibre 31) manual wound gilt finished lever movement signed Wempe, bimetallic balance with blued overcoil hairspring, original finished black dial with luminous markers, blued steel luminous hands, large hacking centre seconds hand, nickel plated case with snap-on back numbered 1025, case band numbered FL 23883, inner case back with full details and matching number, onion shaped winding crown 55mm wideThe German Air Ministry recognised the need for an accurate observer's watch to navigate and assist crews on long range flying missions. The watches are known as B-Uhrs (Beobachtungsuhr or observer's watch). They were tested by the Deutsche Versuchsanstalt fur Luftfahrt DVL Institute. From 1941 they were classified with an FL number (for flight and control), the 23 stands for navigation, followed by the three digit DVL number. A well tested watch with a high quality movement, and arguably the most desirable WWII German aviator's watch on the market today.Case with surface scratches, nickel plating has rubbed off the case back and lugs, case back appears to have a faintly inscribed inscription which appears to be MK, some cut marks and chewing of the metal positioned next to number on the side of the case where people have tried to remove the case back and front with a knife, plexi glass with scratches and crazing marks, dial has the original finish with the luminous aged and has a good patina, movement with the hacking seconds working when placing the watch into handsetting mode, movement in going order.
IWC: A Rare Stainless Steel Military Issue Wristwatch, signed IWC, Mark X, so called by collectors as "one of the Dirty Dozen" circa 1944, (calibre 83) manual wound lever movement numbered 1080418, black dial with Arabic numerals and luminous dot outer markers, broad arrow, subsidiary seconds, luminous hands, fixed bars between the lugs, snap-on back inscribed with broad arrow WWW M14588 and repeated inside the back cover and numbered 1133568, maker's mark IWC 34mm wideCase with surface scratches, bezel and lug edges with small dents in parts, one of the fixed bars between the lugs is bent and possibly has been later placed, plexi glass with scratches, strap is missing, original dial with outer dot markers discoloured, outer luminous markers are missing at 12, 11, 9, 8 and 2 o'clock positions, Arabic hour markers are very clear and in good condition, dial surface with staining marks which is visible under an eyeglass when tilting the dial towards the light, luminous hands are discoloured but have a good patina, hand setting correctly and winding smoothly, movement in going order.
Rolex: A Rare Stainless Steel Automatic Calendar Centre Seconds Wristwatch with Orange 24-hour indicator hand, signed Rolex, Oyster Perpetual Date, Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified, model: Explorer II, ref: 1655, 1980, (calibre 1570) lever movement signed and numbered D227912, adjusted to five positions and temperature, matte finished black dial with triangle and baton hour and minute markers, date aperture, orange luminous 24-hour indicator hand, protected screw down crown, fixed 24-hour bezel, screw back stamped inside with maker's mark Montres Rolex S.A Geneva Switzerland and numbered 1655, case serial number 6251501, Rolex stainless steel oyster bracelet with a fliplock deployant clasp numbered 93150 and date code J6 for 1985, end links numbered 580, with Rolex box40mm wideThe 1655 was produced between 1971-1984. This watch reference is known by watch collectors as the "Steve McQueen watch", which was made famous by the American actor during an advert for this Rolex model in the 1970s period. Collectors also refer to this particular model as the "freccione", which is the Italian word for arrow, alluding to its iconic 24-hour indicator orange hand. Case and bracelet with surface scratches, case sides with small dents in parts, bezel with small scuff marks in parts, bezel with some black missing to the 24-hour markers, some pitting marks around the serial and reference numbers between the lugs, plexi glass with scratches and very minor chips to the outer edge between 2 and 4 o'clock position, bracelet links are stretched in parts, some bracelet central links are slightly worn to the corners, bracelet clasp with Rolex logo is worn and just visible, original dial finish with some small staining marks around the 12 and 6 o'clock positions and next to the date aperture, dial hour and minute markers are clear and visible but the luminous is missing to the hour markers, hands with luminous discoloured, movement in going order. Bracelet length including watch case is 21cm long approximately.
Longines: A Rare Limited Edition Platinum Automatic Calendar Chronograph Wristwatch, signed Longines, Number 079 of a Limited Edition of 100 Pieces Made, circa 1995, (calibre L685.2) automatic lever movement signed, white dial with baton markers, three dials for seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour registers, date aperture, outer tachymeter scale, buttons in the band to operate chronograph, back cover with central Longines logo, inside back cover with convention mark 950, Longines 18 carat white gold buckle stamped 750, with Longines box38mm wideCase with surface scratches, bezel and case sides with minor dents, botton chronograph button with small scuff marks, case back is dirty in parts, dial is clean, chronograph is working, date is changing correctly, hand setting correctly, movement in going order.
Rolex: A Rare Single Red Line Submariner 'Meters First' Depth Rating Dial Automatic Calendar Centre Seconds Wristwatch, signed Rolex, Oyster Perpertual Date, 200m=660ft, Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified, model: Submariner, ref: 1680, 1969, (calibre 1570) lever movement signed and numbered D550892, adjusted to five positions and temperature, black dial with luminous triangle, dot and baton hour markers, original matte dial finish with the submariner in red writing and 200m=660ft meters first depth rating, dial marked below 6 Swiss-T25, Mercedes hands, date aperture, protected screw down crown, black 60-minute scale bezel, screw back stamped inside with maker's mark Montres Rolex S.A Geneva Switzerland, numbered 1680 and dated II69, case serial number 2299705, Rolex stainless steel oyster bracelet with fliplock deployant clasp dated 4/70, end links numbered 580, with Rolex service guarantee paperwork dated 08/03/2005, and two spare Rolex stainless steel oyster fliplock bracelets with clasp numbers and date letter codes 93150 VD for 1979 and 93150 CL6 for 200440mm wideThis rare single red line submariner dial example shows the original matte finish dial and original luminous zinc sulphide and tritium lume. The dial has the unusual feature which collectors call the 'Meters First' which refers to the measurement depth rating reading with the metric rating first followed by the imperial feet reading second. This was only used for a short period until Rolex dials started to read the imperial rating first. This Rolex has been in the same family since new.Case and bracelet with surface scratches, bracelet clasp with dents, clasp needs tightening, bracelet links are stretched, bezel is dirty and not rotating at present, glass with small scratches, Rolex crown is screwing down correctly on the threaded tube, original dial finish with luminous hour markers nicely evenly aged with a good patina, hands with luminous discoloured in parts, hand setting correctly, date is changing correctly, movement in going order. The two spare Rolex stainless steel oyster fliplock bracelets with clasp numbers and date letter codes 93150 VD for 1979 and 93150 CL6 for 2004, both spare bracelets with end links missing. No original paperwork and no box.
A Rare Brass Striking and Repeating Giant Carriage Clock, signed Arnold & Dent, London, circa 1835, carrying handle and repeat button, bevelled glass panels, enamel dial with Roman numerals and signed, elaborately scroll engraved dial surround, twin chain fusee movement with a large platform lever escapement, split bimetallic balance, hour striking on a gong, movement backplate signed Arnold & Dent, London22cm high over handleBrass surfaces are discoloured, front, back and right hand side bevelled glass panels with chips to the outer edges, dial with no cracks and no chips, movement is dirty and needs cleaning, balance is swinging slowly and in going order. Strike side of the movement is fully wound and not working at present.
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