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A large quantity of miscellaneous mostly ceramics including Sylvac, Mason's, Prinknash, Croft China etc as well as other mixed collectables including scales, large Horlicks tin etc

A vintage set of Steven's sweet shop scales

Mixed Lot: Elwood Cramp, an Indian hardwood box, vintage table top scales etc

A pair of brass letter scales, a novelty ink pot, a Gladstone bag, a maple framed sketch, a googlie eyed doll’s head, a tin plate Jumbo toy, Dominoes, boxed seal kit and a leather travelling stationary case etc., scales 19cm wide at base. Condition - as a collection of items condition varies from poor, fair to good

A BOX OF ASSORTED ITEMS, to include a mantle clock, a chokin plate, a pair of candle sticks, tankards, trinket boxes, tools, scales and other assorted items,

FIVE BOXES AND LOOSE MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS, to include a set of cast iron scales with weights, two battery powered carriage clocks, a souvenir Orient Express novelty pen, assorted trinket boxes, a loose box of vintage cutlery, four lamps, a box of Christmas decorations to include a vintage table-top white Christmas tree and a box of vintage miniature decorations, two boxes of wooden tree decorations, a small group of glass decorations, a set of lights, wreaths, a 3ft boxed tree, a box of dolls and bears to include three Armand Marseille dolls, a Harrod's Christmas 2000 bear, two Macy's New York bears, a Halloween bear, an Orient Express Souvenir bear, etc (4 boxes and loose) (s.d/lamps all untested)

TWO BOXES AND LOOSE SEWING MACHINE, CERAMICS, CONERTINA AND SUNDRY ITEMS, to include a boxed Royal Doulton Bunnykins children's mug, plate and bowl set, an unmarked concertina in need of some attention, Aynsley Pembroke planter and vase, an Aynsley Cottage Garden planter, a Jersey Pottery vase, a cased Singer sewing machine, kitchen scales with a selection of weights, a table lamp, a brass covered fireside/log box, a red rotary telephone, etc (2 boxes + loose) (sd)

TWO BOXES AND LOOSE COPPER AND METALWARE, to include a large Victorian copper samovar, copper pan, brass ornaments, cast balance scales, silverplate napkin rings, silverplate serving tray, framed prints, a canteen of cutlery, etc, (s.d) (2 boxes + loose)

A clear and frosted figure of a Japanese dragon. Excellent carved details on the scales and the hair. Lalique France acid-etched marked and stickered. Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: 11.5"L x 2.5"W x 7.5"HManufacturer: LaliqueCountry of Origin: FranceCondition: Age related wear.

Silver 2 branch candelabrum, Birmingham, 1956, H.12 x W.21cm approx.; Edwardian hobnail cut glass inkwell mounted with a hinged silver top, Birmingham, 1902, Dia.7.6cm; pendant with an arrow and scales, marked "Sterling", and a silver plate on copper rose bowl, with a gadrooned undulating rim, 2 lion mask handles, and a circular stepped pedestal foot, H.18.5 x 27cm, on an ebonised stand with presentation plaque. (5)

Art Nouveau copper circular tray with chased and embossed tulip decoration within a pierced border and crimped rim, Dia.36cm; copper circular plaque, Dia.23cm; Regency style wall mirror, Dia.27cm; pair of postal scales, 10 weights; brass paper knife, tongs, Burnham 56 fountain pen with a 14ct gold nib, 3 other pens, 5 pen knives, Art Deco style yew wood lamp, and other items. (a lot)

18th Century German soda glass wine glass with a conical bowl engraved with a pair of scales, flowers, and script above "nicht übers ziel", on a hollow baluster stem, bell base, fold-over foot, H.15.8cm

Pair of Edwardian brass postal scales on an oak base, with 8 weights, W.28.5cm overall; army swagger stick, pouch, buttons, Indian inlaid teak tray, W.56cm, brass ladle, chamber stick, heavy bell, and other items. (a lot)

Avery scales and weights etc.

Lot of collectables to include vintage desk set, perfume bottle, scales and onex paper weight, paper stamp and small leather flask case.

Vintage red dial up phone, weighing scales with weights and a small vintage travel clock

Collectable odds to include vintage Cast iron kitchen scales, Plated Fighting Roasters, Japanese carved figure's, Cased Binoculars, Opera Binoculars, Swedish Folk flask.

A set of scientific scales in wooden and glass case. The case 46 cm wide.

A set of balance scales, by Griffin & George, together with a set of cast iron scales and thermometers

A set of G.P.O. SC 9MK 11 weighing scales with weights and another G.P.O. weighing scale with weights

A collection of vintage copper and brass ware - including a box of brass imperial and metric weights for shop / kitchen scales; an early 20th century brass door handle and pair of doorknobs; a small copper cauldron, 13.5cm diameter; a copper kettle with folding handle; horse brasses; three large 12½in copper scale dishes; etc; together with two pairs of vintage beech wood shoe stretchers.

A small collection of treen and other collectables - including a pair of Chinese carved soapstone shoe shaped dishes, probably early 20th century, 9cm long; three treen shoes; a boxed set of 19th century brass gold scales; a pair of large carved treen nutcrackers; two diecast Coronation coaches by Crescent and Lesney; etc.

Nivada: A Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch, signed Nivada, ref: 351, 1960's, (calibre Landeron 248) manual wound lever movement, silvered dial with Arabic and baton markers, two sub dials for seconds and 30 minute register, outer blue tachymeter and red telemeter scales, case with buttons in the band to operate chronograph, screw back numbered 35135mm wideCase with surface scratches, case with small dents in parts, back cover with small opening tool scratch marks, later strap and buckle not by Nivada, dial with very minor staining marks in places visible under an eyeglass, hands with luminous discoloured but has a nice patina, hand setting correctly and winding smoothly, chronograph is working, movement in going order.

Pascaline (oder: "Arithmatique"), Replika-Rechenmaschine von Blaise PascalLegendäre erste mechanische Rechenmaschine der Welt des großen französischen Mathematikers und Philosophen, der 1623 in Clermont-Ferrand in der Auvergne geboren wurde. Bereits als Kind hatte er einige anerkannte fundamentale mathematische Lehrsätze entwickelt, zum Beispiel über geometrische Kegelschnitte. Blaise Pascal schrieb später zahlreiche mathematische Abhandlungen. Er bewies die Abhängigkeit des Luftdrucks von der Höhe des jeweiligen Ortes, diskutierte die Frage des Vakuums gegen den Willen der Naturforscher und schuf die Grundlagen für die Entwicklung der Hydraulik - heute noch gebräuchlich als "Pascal'sches Gesetz". Mit 19 Jahren entwickelte Blaise Pascal seine erste Rechenmaschine. - Die "Pascaline" ist für Addition sowie Subtraktion nach der Neuner- bzw. Zehner-Komplement-Methode (= addieren, um zu subtrahieren) konzipiert, da sie nur in einer Richtung gleichlaufende Zahnräder aufweist. - Zum Rechenvorgang: Dieser begann mit der Nullstellung aller Schaulöcher durch Verdrehen der Zifferräder. Zum Addieren wurde das an den Anzeigerollen befindliche Lineal nach oben geschoben. Die Anzeigerollen waren 2-reihig mit Ziffernfolgen gekennzeichnet. Die untere Reihe war nach rechts laufend steigend von 0 bis 9 (Addition) und in der oberen Reihe fallend von 9 bis 0 (Subtraktion) ausgelegt. Für beide Rechenarten galt also die gleiche mechanische Handhabung: Ein Stift wurde in den Speichenzwischenraum der entsprechenden Ziffer des Einstellrades eingeführt und dann bis zum Anschlag herumgedreht. Zur Umschaltung von Addition auf Subtraktion wurde lediglich das Lineal nach unten geschoben. Die Arbeitsweise blieb die gleiche. Pascals Rechenmaschinen hatten von Anbeginn bereits Zehnerübertragung und konnten auch zur Multiplikation eingesetzt werden, was allerdings einem sehr mühsamen Unterfangen gleichkam. - Blaise Pascal erhielt 1649 für seine Rechenmaschine das "Privilège Royal", und sie war damit die erste patentierte Rechenmaschine der Welt"! Außerdem war die "Pascaline" auch die erste Rechenmaschine mit automatischer Zehnerübertragung. Mit Blaise Pascal und seiner Rechenmaschine begann die Entwicklung der mechanischen Rechner, zunächst in Europa und dann weltweit, was dann schließlich nach mehr als 300 Jahren zur Erfindung des ersten Mikroprozessors führte, den "Intel 4004", der für den ersten Elektronen-Tischrechner der Welt, den "Busicom 141-PF" von 1971, entwickelt wurde. - Literatur: Stan Augarten, "Bit by Bit, An Illustrated History of Computers", 1984, S. 22-30. - Die hier angebotene Maschine ist eine sehr originalgetreue Kopie aus dem Jahr 2011. Start Price: EUR 3000 Zustand: (2/2)Working Replica of the Six-Digit "Pascaline Calculator"With lacquered-brass case, spoked digit-wheels with engraved white-metal scales corresponding (right to left) to: "Nombre Cimple", "dixaines", "Centaines", "mille", "dixaines de mille" and "Cantainnes de mille", sliding rule for changing display from addition to subtraction, brass-framed interior mechanism with six axles each carrying three lantern gears and an inscribed paper-covered drum for the display, on wood plinth with four feet and hinged flap, width 12 in. (31,5) x depth 51/8 in. (13 cm) x height 3 in. (7,8 cm). - Note: Blaise Pascal (1623-1662), mathematician, physicist and philosopher, is credited with the invention of the first mechanical calculator capable of addition and subtraction. His father, Étienne Pascal, was a lawyer and a judge in the tax court who assumed a new position as tax commissioner for Upper Normandy, based in Rouen, in 1639. France had declared war with Spain four years earlier, leading the French government to renege on part of its internal debt and to increase taxation. Étienne - assisted by his son - was under pressure to keep accurate account of the rising tax levies with only the help of counting boards. In 1642 the 19-year old Blaise began designs for a machine that would simplify his father's work. As a reviewer wrote in Le Figaro Littéraire in 1947, "the calculating machine was born of a filial love flying to the rescue of the tax man". - Pascal's first design was for a five-digit calculator; he later refined his principal by creating six and eight-digit machines. Due to the difficulty in cutting toothed gears accurately, Pascal used lantern-type gears formed by pinned wheels that could turn in one direction only. - His design was simultaneously simple and brilliant; the Pascaline could add and subtract two numbers directly and multiply and divide by repetition. The six digit-wheels on the outer case are connected to axles that each carry three lantern gears and a paper-covered drum with inscribed figures. The digit-wheels were rotated by a stylus. For addition, a sliding rule located on the number display was pushed upwards for digits from 0-9. For subtraction, the rule was pushed downwards for digits from 9-0. - The Pascaline was also revolutionary for including digital carry-over. Whenever a ten was carried, a ratchet mounted between the gears, pushed the adjacent gear around a notch, so that the display moved one digit higher. Unfortunately for its operator, a design flaw meant that the ratchets were inclined to jam - perhaps one reason why production of the Pascaline was not financially successful at 100 Livres apiece. It was, however, a mathematical sensation, leading Pascal's friend, the poet Charles Vion Dalibray, to compose a sonnet in its honor: - "... Calculation was the action of a reasonable man, And now your inimitable skill. Has given the power to the slowest of wits". - Pascal accordingly applied for a privilege (the 17th century term for a patent), which was only eventually granted in 1649, after its inventor had presented the issuing officer, Chancellor Seguier, with an 8-digit calculator of his own. - The total production of the Pascaline is not known, however, researchers estimate that no more than 20 examples were produced, of which 9 are known today. It was, nevertheless, an historic achievement, not least for demonstrating "that an apparently intellectual process like arithmetic could be performed by a machine". Its introduction led to the development of mechanical calculators in Europe and, eventually, to the invention of the very first microprocessor, the "Intel 4004", for the "Busicom 141-PF" electronic desk calculator in 1971. Understood in this way, the Pascaline is arguably world's earliest mechanical computer. - Literature: Stan Augarten, "Bit by Bit, An Illustrated History of Computers", 1984, pp. 22-30. - A historically accurate replica from 2011. Start Price: EUR 3000 Condition: (2/2)

4 Vermessungsinstrumente1) Niederländischer Sextant von Observator, um 1910. Nr. 179, signiert: "N.V. Observator, Rotterdam", Messing, Silberskalen, 3 Filter, Ableselupe, 1 Teleskop, in Kasten. - 2) Nivelliergerät, unbezeichnet, Messing, 1 Stablibelle, Länge 24 cm, Fokussierung defekt. - 3) Runder Sextant, spätes 20. Jh., Messing, Silberskala, gedrechselter Griff, Ø 21 cm. - Und: 4) Sextant, spätes 20. Jh., Messing, Silberskala, 6 Filter, in Kasten. Start Price: EUR 180 Zustand: (3/-)4 Surveying Instruments1) Dutch sextant by Observator, c. 1910, no. 179, engraved: "N.V. Observator, Rotterdam", brass, silver scales, 3 filters, magnifying glass, 1 telescope, in case. - 2) Leveling instrument, unmarked, brass, 1 rod vial, length 9 ½ in., focussing defective. - 3) Round sextant, late 20th century, brass, silver scale, turned handle, Ø 8 ¼ in. - And: 4) Sextant, late 20th century, brass, silver scale, 6 filters, in box. Start Price: EUR 180 Condition: (3/-)

2 Vermessungsinstrumente1) Nivelliergerät, unbezeichnet, vermutlich Deutschland, um 1900, original zaponiertes Messing, versilberte Skalen, 1 Stablibelle, Teleskop mit Zahnstangentrieb, Länge 35 cm, in Holzkasten. - Und: 2) Theodolit, UdSSR, 1954, Messing, 3 Stablibellen, 4 Ableselupen, Teleskoplänge 22 cm. Start Price: EUR 180 Zustand: (3/3)2 Surveying Instruments1) Leveling instrument, unmarked, probably Germany, c. 1900, original lacquered brass, silver-plated scales, with rod vial, telescope with rack-and-pinion drive, length 13 ¾ in., in wooden box. - And: 2) Theodolite, USSR, 1954, brass, 3 vials, 4 reading magnifiers, telescope length 8 ¾ in. Start Price: EUR 180 Condition: (3/3)

Tessovar mit Zubehör, um 1970Carl Zeiss, Oberkochen. Lupenaufnahmegerät mit Zoom-Objektiv für Maßstäbe von 0,4x bis 12,8x, für Arbeitsabstände zwischen 37 und 79 mm, Sucherokular mit Strahlenteiler, F-Stativ, abnehmbarer Vergrößerungswechsler, zwei anklemmbare Epi-Leuchten 6 V 15 W mit Trafos, Aufsatzkamera (Mikroskopie-Version der Contarex) für 135er-Film, gekoppelter Belichtungsmesser Zeiss Prontor CS Matic mit vibrationsisoliertem Elektronikverschluß, Durchlicht-Einsatz, Lampen-Ersatzteile, Kleinzubehör und Holzkasten. Klares, kontrastreiches Bild in allen Vergrößerungsmaßstäben, mechanische Funktionen in gutem Zustand. Start Price: EUR 400 Zustand: (3/3)Tessovar Photomacrographic Zoom System with Accessories, c. 1970Carl Zeiss, Oberkochen. For scales from 0.4x to 12.8x, working distances from 37 to 79 mm, with viewfinder eyepiece with beam-splitter, F-stand, removable magnification changer, two clip-on Epi lights 6 V 15 W with transformers, attachment camera for 135 film (microscopic version of the Contarex), coupled Zeiss Prontor CS Matic exposure meter with vibration-isolated electronic shutter, transmitted light insert, lamp spare parts, small accessories and wood case. Clear, high-contrast image at all magnification levels, good mechanical condition. Start Price: EUR 400 Condition: (3/3)

Sammlung Rechenspiele1) "Spass mit Zahlen", um 1970, Noris Verlag. - 2) "Peter Pan Junior Arithmetic", um 1960, England. - 3) "1 x 1", um 1930, Nr. 2567, ABC Verlag, Nürnberg. - 4) "Zählen + Rechnen", um 1980, Jumbo Verlag. - 5) "Automatic Calculator", um 1965, Mastercraft Product, USA. - 6) "Pitagora - Das Zahlenspiel", um 1975, Batteriebetrieb, ungetestet. - 7) "Kiddiscales", um 1970, England. - 8) "Telemat 500", um 1970, vermutlich England. - 9) "Plaisir de Calculer", um 1975, mit Fix und Foxi, Carlit Verlag. - 10) "Recnomatic", um 1972, Deutschland. - 11) "Addimulti", um 1975, France Jouets, Batteriebetrieb, ungetestet. - 12) "Szammerleg", um 1965, Rechenwaage, vermutlich Tschechoslowakei. - 13) "Lernt mit Pittiplatsch", um 1960, DDR, Verlag Rudolf Forkel. - 14) "Magic Adder", um 1965, Mickey Mouse Club, Batteriebetrieb, ungetestet. - 15) "Märchen-Einmaleins", um 1970, Hoff Verlag. - 16) "Pocket Electric", um 1990, Noris Verlag, Batteriebetrieb, ungetestet. - Und: 17) "Electra - glimmt es, dann stimmt es!", um 1970, Sala Rotsiegel. Start Price: EUR 120 Zustand: (3/3)Group of Arithmetic Games1) "Fun with numbers", c. 1970, Noris Verlag. - 2) "Peter Pan Junior Arithmetic", c. 1960, England. - 3) "1 x 1", c. 1930, No. 2567, ABC Verlag, Nuremberg. - 4) "Zählen + Rechnen", c. 1980, Jumbo Verlag. - 5) "Automatic Calculator", c. 1965, Mastercraft Product, USA. - 6) "Pitagora - Das Zahlenspiel", c. 1975, battery-operated, untested. - 7) "Kiddiscales", c. 1970, England. - 8) "Telemat 500", c. 1970, probably England. - 9) "Plaisir de Calculer", c. 1975, with Fix und Foxi, Carlit Verlag. - 10) "Recnomatic", c. 1972, Germany. - 11) "Addimulti", c. 1975, France Jouets, battery-operated, untested. - 12) "Szammerleg", c. 1965, calculating scales, probably Czechoslovakia. - 13) "Lernt mit Pittiplatsch", c. 1960, GDR, publisher Rudolf Forkel. - 14) "Magic Adder", c. 1965, Mickey Mouse Club, battery-operated, untested. - 15) "Märchen-Einmaleins", c. 1970, Hoff Verlag. - 16) "Pocket Electric", c. 1990, Noris Verlag, battery-operated, untested. - And: 17) "Electra - glimmt es, dann stimmt es!", c. 1970, Sala Rotsiegel. Start Price: EUR 120 Condition: (3/3)

Funkhorchempfänger "Horst C" der deutschen Wehrmacht, um 1940Hersteller: Telefunken. Typ Fu.H.E.c1, Serien-Nr. 40027, Kurzwellenempfänger mit 4 Wellenbereichen (3,75-25,8 MHz), 10 Röhren (RV2P800), große kreisförmige Frequenzskalen mit einem Radius von 270°, Batteriebetrieb, Metallgehäuse, Original-Lack, eingesetzt bei den Funk-Horch-Truppen des Heeres, guter Zustand, laut Vorbesitzer funktionstüchtig. Start Price: EUR 700 Zustand: (2-3/2)German WWII Horst C Radio Monitoring Receiver, c. 1940Telefunken. No. 40027, Type Fu.H.E.c1, SW receiver with 4 wave ranges (3.75-25.8 MHz), 10 valves (RV2P800), large circular frequency scales with a 270° radius, battery-operated, metal case, original finish, used by the Radio Surveillance Troops of the German Army, good condition and (according to the consignor) working. Start Price: EUR 700 Condition: (2-3/2)

A good set of Victorian inlaid Ashford marble postage scales, complete with weights and in good working order.

A FINE MOTOR ANEROID BY NEGRETTI AND ZAMBRA, BRITISH, CIRCA 1920,nickel plated dial with scale from 22-31 millibars, rotating outer ring dial with ascent and descent scales from 0-10000 feet, white needle, 6.5cm diameter bevelled lens. Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A small set of vintage jewellers scales with weights

A Set of Vintage Kitchen Scales in White and Green. Plate number to the side reads '40576'. Height: 46cm

A Pair of Victorian Mahogany and Brass Weighing Scales, stamped Thornhill & Co, New Bond Street, London, the balancing arm with sliding weight supporting weighing scales, the mahogany column with folding dished platform above a moulded base with weighing platform, sold with a bound Swinton book, with one entry inscribed John 10/4/29133cm highBrassware is heavily tarnished. The base has some splitting (as photographed).

A set of scales, cassettes, CD's, DVD's, etc.

A "Slater" improved circular spring balance scales.

Bell, brass taps, aluminium pulley, exterior light, kitchen scales, etc.

A DUTCH INLAID MAHOGANY MERCURY CONTRA-BAROMETER ANTONIO PEIA, AMSTERDAM, CIRCA 1800The two-section urn surmount-outlined pewter scales with husk swag decorated oval signature cartouche engraved BAROMETER, THERMOMETER, en CONTRALEUR, door Ant, Peia, te Amsterdam, above applied spirit Fahrenheit and Reaumur scale spirit thermometer to the left hand scale, the centre tube flanked by compressed scales for both English and French barometric inches at the top and the right hand main scale annotated with additional amplified English barometric inches incorporating the Dutch `36` scale calibrated 20-0-16 with the 0 representing the mean pressure at sea level in The Netherlands, the case with parquetry banded open triangular pediment and later vase finial above chevron banded frieze panel and glazed front door with conforming inlay to surround, the base with three bell-shaped caps to the recessed waist above cistern box faced with chevron banding above an inlaid conch shell cartouche, over two vase shaped pendant finials.120cm (47.25ins) high, 28cm (11ins) wide, 10cm (4ins) deep. Provenance: From a Private Collection. Antonio Maria Carlo Abindio Peia was born in Como, Italy in 1769. He worked in Amsterdam from 1790 first 'In the Gravenstraat above the Spekslager' then, from 1797, at the St. Nicolaasstraat; before finally moving to Wijdsteeg 4 in 1820 - where he presumably worked until his death in 1845.  

A FINE AND RARE ENGLISH WILLIAM III/QUEEN ANNE SILVER BUTTERFIELD PATTERN SUNDIALJOHN ROWLEY, LONDON, CIRCA 1700The plate with three hour scales for 45, 51 and 55 degrees annotated 4-12-8, IIII-XII-VIII, 4-12-8 with the centre Roman scale divided into half and quarter hours as well as ten-minute increments, the centre with foliate engraved infill incorporating stylised interloping scrolls possibly forming an elaborate monogram, overlaid with a hinged bird engraved adjustable gnomon calibrated in degrees for elevation to the outer edge, opposing a glazed compass divided for N, E, S and W only and with gold inlaid N, S annotations to the blued steel pointer, the underside engraved with latitudes for twelve cities in two panels, the left-hand Rome 41.04, Hague 52.1, Amsterdam 52.03, Venice 45.18 and Vienna 48.22 opposing London 51.30, York 53.50, Cambridg 52.17, Bristol 51.30, Exeter 50.40 and Chester 53.17 to the right, the lower edge signed in a curve John Rowley Fecit; in original silk velvet lined ray skin protective case.The instrument 8.5cm (3.625ins) long, 6.7cm (2.625ins) wide, 4cm (1.625ins) approx. high with gnomon raised; the case 9cm (3.5ins) wide, 7.5cm (3ins) deep, 2cm (0.75ins) high closed. Provenance:The Leonard Fuller Collection. John Rowley is recorded in Clifton, Gloria Directory of British Scientific Instrument Makers 1550-1851 as a mathematical instrument maker and book engraver working from 'Behind the Exchange' Threadneedle Street, London in 1691, then from 'The Globe under St. Dunstan's Church' Fleet Street 1702-15 and at Johnson's Court, Fleet Street 1710-27; Clifton noted that the latter address may well have been his living residence. Amongst Rowley's apprentices was Thomas Wright (in 1707) who then went on to become his successor and one of the most important makers of scientific instrument makers of the eighteenth century. Another apprentice was John Coggs who went on to become particularly well known for his sundials, most notably his universal ring dials. This design of portable pocket sundial was devised by Michael Butterfield, an English Instrument maker who settled in Paris around 1685. Although this type of dial became popular with other French makers (most notably those who worked nearby to Butterfield's workshop on 'Le Quay de L'Horloge') very few appear to have been made by English makers in London; hence the present lot is a particularly rare example.  Condition Report: The instrument appears to be in fine original condition with the only notable fault being a small shallow chip to the inside edge of the compass glass. The case is intact and in sound original condition. The right-hand eye for the securing latch is missing and there is a small loss to the wooden structure to the interior of the lid at this point. There is also a small section of the delicate raised lip (for locating/closing against the inner edge of the lid) to the lower section missing. The lid has a slight warp/distortion, and the velvet lining has overall fading/wear. The underside has some later pins towards one edge no doubt to secure lifting skin covering at some point. Otherwise, faults are limited to minor age-related wear. Condition Report Disclaimer

A RARE GEORGE IV MAHOGANY CASED JAMES SIX PATTERN MAXIMUM AND MINIMUM RECORDING THERMOMETERJ. SOMALVICO AND COMPANY, LONDON, CIRCA 1825The glazed rectangular case enclosing a tight U-shaped tube incorporating a downward return column to the centre connected at the top to the left, the U-bend filled with mercury and the remainder with spirit incorporating a part filled bulb to the top of the left-hand column, the right-hand column with FAHRENHEIT and REAUMUR scales opposing conforming but inverted scales to the left, with the column itself also including a metal rod 'float' for recording the minimum temperature of exposure, the upper margin inscribed R.J. EATON and signed J. SOMALVICO, MAKERS, LONDON, ('maximum' float not visible).49cm (19.25ins) high, 6.5cm (2.5ins) wide, 3.8cm (1.5ins) deep. The firm of Joseph Somalvico and Company are listed with numerous entries in Banfield, Edwin BAROMETER MAKERS AND RETAILERS 1660-1900 as working from several addresses including 81 Holborn, circa 1795-25; 37 Charles Street, Hatton Garden, circa 1820-40; 2 Hatton Garden 1840-67 and 16 Charles Street 1868-99. The design of the present lot was invented by the British Scientist, James Six, in around 1780. The inscription for 'R.J. Eaton' probably relates to the original owner. Condition Report: The tube is complete and appears undamaged. It is filled with no obvious airlocks within the columns however the 'maximum' marker cannot be seen hence could have worked its way/sunk into the mercury column. The scale has some patchy/streaky discolouration/tarnishing and two of the plate securing screws are missing otherwise appears to be in fine original condition. The case is in good original condition with faults limited to very minor bumps, scuffs and other age-related blemishes. The brass hanging eye is probably an old addition; the rear panel has two 'keyhole' mounting apertures.  Condition Report Disclaimer

Y&nbspA FRENCH WALNUT-CASED PART SET OF NAVAL ARCHITECT OR CARTOGRAPHERS DRAWING INSTRUMENTSE. LORIEUX, PARIS, MID 19th CENTURYComprising a heavy 16.5 inch hinged brass sector engraved with two opposing angled scales each marked for single units annotated in tens 10-600, the left upper margin inscribed (Les parties egales) and signed E. Lorieux, A Paris, No. 5 and the lower inscribed Depot des cartes et plans de la marine, the right-hand side engraved with initials E.F. over N. 5 and P.B., contained in a hinged polished mahogany case; a brass and steel draughtsman's protractor with radius divided for degrees and annotated in tens in both directions, with hinged arm pivoted at the centre incorporating Vernier scale and also engraved Depot des Cartes et Plans, de la Marine (10), E. Lorieux, A Paris and initialled P.B, E.F., both the arm and the base of the arc fitted with steel extension rules; two compass radius arms, the first with 42 inch boxwood beam fitted with steel sharp point set in a T-shaped mount engraved Depot de la Marine, 22 and P.B. over E.F. to verso, opposing a conforming sliding mount fitted with a loop for a pencil and engraved E. Lorieux a Paris, the second of similar design but smaller with 23.75 inch steel beam and signed ...Hurlimann a Paris over initials E.F. to mount; four ebony square-section straight edges; three various boxwood rulers; two steel rulers; and a boxwood set square, all contained in a solid walnut box inset with brass plate engraved E. Fichol to lid and with substantial hinged cast brass carrying handles to each end.The box 120cm (47.25ins) long including handles, 13cm (5ins) high, 26cm (10.25ins) deep. The firm Lorieux was one of the most important Parisien manufacturers of sextants and other maritime instruments during the second half of the 19th century. The business was established in 1845 by two pupils of the renowned instrument maker Henri Gambey; in around 1902 the firm moved from 43, Passage Dauphine, Paris, to 6 rue Victor Considerant. It was then taken over by Albert Lepetit, in about 1914, and moved to Montrouge at 204 avenue Marx Dormoy, before passing into the hands of Roger Poulin in around 1950. 

A FINE PAIR OF EARLY VICTORIAN 20 INCH FLOOR-STANDING LIBRARY GLOBESNEWTON AND SONS, LONDON, THE TERRESTRIAL PUBLISHED 1832, THE CELESTIAL 1841The terrestrial applied with twelve hand-coloured engraved split half-gores incorporating printed label NEWTON'S, New and Improved TERRESTRIAL GLOBE Accurately delineated, from the observations of the most esteemed, NAVIGATORS and TRAVELLERS, To the present time, over banner printed Sold by Grundy. MANCHESTER, then London, Published 1st February 1832 to the north Pacific, with fully graduated equatorial, and ecliptic divided for minutes, the Pacific ocean with AN IMPROVED, ANELEMMA, SHEWING, THE SUN'S Declination and, place in the Zodiac, for every Day in the Year, many explorers' tracks and numerous notes and dates including all three of Captain Cook's voyages, Antarctica with no land shown but with most southerly point annotated for Cook Jan 17. 1773, Many Isles & Firm Fields of Ice, the continents with nation states faintly colour-outlined, showing cities depicted by a small building, towns, rivers, mountains in pictorial relief, marshland, caravan routes, with numerous notes, Canada with northern coastline completed with the uppermost latitude annotated Explored by Capt'n W. Parry in 1819 & 1820; the celestial with printed panel inscribed NEWTON'S, New and, Improved, CELESTIAL GLOBE, on which all the Stars, Nebulae and Clusters contained in, the extensive Catalogue of the late, F. WOLLASTON. FRS., are accurately laid down their Right Ascensions & Declinations, having been recalculated for the Year 1830 by W. Newton, Manufactured by NEWTON & SON, 66 Chancery Lane, LONDON, over further indistinct text annotations London,... 2nd Feb 1841, ENGRAVED BY T. STARLN..., also made up of two sets of twelve hand-coloured engraved split half-gores laid to the ecliptic poles, the axis through the celestial poles, with fully graduated equatorial and ecliptic, the constellations depicted by mythical beasts, figures and scientific instruments, with delineated boundaries, the stars shown to eight orders of magnitude with doubles, clusters and nebulæ and labelled with Greek and Roman characters and Arabic numerals denoting their source; each sphere pivoted via the polar axis within brass meridian circle divided for degrees and with brass hour circle to North pole, set within hand-coloured engraved paper horizon ring (one a photographic facsimile) with compass points and degrees in both directions, Zodiac and calendar scales, equinoxes, and wind directions, the centre band annotated with the SUN'S APPARENT PATH including pictorial representation of the celestial track, the stands each with four down-curved quadrant supports cradling the globe over squat spiral-turned upright and three S-scroll outswept supports with compass stretcher between, incorporating printed paper rose inscribed NEWTON & SON, Chancery Lane, London to centre, the legs also applied with disc rosettes to returns and terminating with brass castors.112cm (44ins) high, 69cm (27ins) diameter overall. CATALOGUE UPDATE 10/09/2024 - PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE ARE SOME VERY SLIGHT DETAIL DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE STANDS - Further images available on request. The highly regarded Newton family of globe makers was established by John Newton who initially trained under Thomas Bateman before setting-up business at 128 Chancery Lane, London in 1783. He moved to 97 Chancery Lane in 1803 and then again to number 66 in 1817, where he entered into partnership with his son, William, the following year. The engineer Miles Berry joined the business in 1831 forming the partnership 'Newton, Son and Berry' which lasted until 1841, when the firm passed to the ownership of William Newton's eldest son, William Edward Newton (1818-1879).John Clowes Grundy is recorded in Clifton, Gloria Directory of British Scientific Instrument Makers 1550-1851 as a Mathematical instrument, barometer and looking glass maker working from 4 Exchange Street, Manchester 1834-48. Condition Report: Terrestrial - sphere is in very good original condition with no discernible problematic cracks, dents/bruises or significant losses to the gores. The pivots are sound. The surface appears original and unrestored; there is some slight opening to the joints between the gores. There is some concentric scuffing around the equator (from rubbing against the horizon ring) and light but noticeable 'scribble' type scratches to the Pacific. Faults to the sphere is otherwise essentially limited to historic rubbing, some degradation to the varnish, a few scuffs and other age-related blemishes.Celestial - sphere is in sound original condition again with no discernible cracks, dents/bruises or significant losses to the gores. The pivots are sound. The surface appears original and unrestored however there is overall thinness to the varnish, crazing and wear most noticeable to the joints between the gores (especially at the equator). The gores generally show some opening between the joints again most noticeably ate the equator. The sphere also has noticeable and relatively extensive concentric rubbing to the circumference mainly to the third beneath the equator and towards the Northern pole area. Faults to the sphere are otherwise limited to general age-related wear and discolouration. The brass meridian ring for each globe is in good albeit tarnished condition.Stands - One has original horizon papers with some small losses to the papers and overall browning however there are no discernible problematic cracks or losses to the ring. The other has a photographic copy of the first set of papers which are a little lighter in colour and a little rippled. There are a couple of small veneer chips/losses to the to the edge veneers of the Horizon ring and one of the compass glasses is missing. Both paper compass scales have some dust staining/spotting otherwise are in good original condition; one of the compass stretchers is a little loose but appears free from visible damage. Stands are otherwise in very good original condition with faults otherwise very much limited to minor age-related bumps, scuffs and other age-related blemishes.This condition report should be read in conjunction with the additional condition images available on request from the department as these images form a constituent part of the condition report. Condition Report Disclaimer

A 12 INCH TERRESTRIAL LIBRARY TABLE GLOBETHE GLOBE BY GEORGE PHILIP AND SONS LIMITED, EARLY 20th CENTURY, THE STAND EARLY 19th CENTURYThe sphere applied with twelve printed gores incorporating oval trade label inscribed PHILIPS', 12 INCH, LIBRARY GLOBE..., GEORGE PHILIP & SONS LTD, 32 FLEET STREET, EC. to the north Pacific, now pivoted via the polar axis within brass meridian circle divided for degrees and with brass hour circle to North pole, set within hand-coloured engraved paper horizon ring with compass points and degrees in both directions, Zodiac and calendar scales, and wind direction, the stand with four down-curved quadrant supports cradling the globe, over squat reeded baluster-turned upright issuing three cabriole supports with compass stretcher between incorporating printed paper rose set within circular glazed casing.43cm (17ins) diameter, 62cm (24.5ins) high.  

Tractors A Boxed Group Of 11 To Include - Majorette - Tractor with Trailer, ERTL John Deere, Siku Fendt Plus others vicarious  Scales - conditions are generally Near Mint to Mint in Fair to Near Mint Packaging (11)

A cased L Oertling of London Model 48 scientific balance scales, in wooden and glazed case, the case approx 37.5cm wide x 27.5cm deep x 42.5cm high

A Victorian silver gilt female figure of Justice, cast as blind folded with arm raised (lacks scales), sword in other hand pointed to the floor, on a domed circular base with beaded rim, maker Henry Holland (of Holland, Aldwinckle & Slater), London 1871, 11.08ozt, 344.4 grams, height 18.5cm

Two sets of scales, one boxed (incomplete) [2]

Terry Scales, British b.1933 - The Isle of Dogs, c.1979-80; watercolour on paper, signed lower right 'Terrence Scales' and inscribed with artist's address, date and title on the reverse, 41.3 x 58.5 cm (ARR) Exhibited: The Greenwich Festival, 1985 (according to the inscription on the reverse of the frame) 

Breitling. A stainless steel manual wind chronograph wristwatchModel: NavitimerReference: 806Date: Circa 1965Movement: 17-jewel Venus Cal.178 manual wind, column wheel chronographDial: Black, twin jet logo below 12, luminous baton hour markers, outer 1/5th second divisions and tachymetre scales, outer silvered slide rule scale, silvered subsidiary dials at 3, 6 and 9 for seconds, 30 minute and 12 hour recording, white pointed baton hands with luminous inserts, centre chronograph handCase: Brushed and polished round, snap on back, bi-directional bezel, crown flanked by twin pushers, No.1066476Strap/Bracelet: Black Breitling leatherBuckle/Clasp: Signed steel buckleSigned: Case, dial & movementSize: 40mmFootnotes:The Breitling Navitimer was first introduced in 1952. A longstanding design from Breitling, later variations were produced and still being released to this day. The innovative side rule bezel was incorporated in the design especially for pilots and aviation professionals to undertake complex mathematical calculations, for example speed, fuel consumption, rate of climb or descent and distance.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Breitling. A stainless steel manual wind chronograph wristwatch (AF)Date: Circa 1960Movement: 17-jewel Venus Cal.178 manual wind, column wheel chronographDial: Black, luminous Arabic numeral hour markers, gilt outer 1/5th second divisions and tachymetre scales, outer silvered slide rule scale, subsidiary dials at 3, 6 and 9 for seconds, 30 minute and 12 hour recording, white pointed baton hands with luminous inserts, centre chronograph handCase: Brushed and polished round, snap on back that is loose, bi-directional bezel, crown flanked by twin pushers, No.825425Strap/Bracelet: Associated black leatherBuckle/Clasp: Associated steel buckleSigned: Case, dial & movementSize: 40mmFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Smith & Son, 9 Strand, London. An 18K gold keyless wind open face split second chronograph pocket watchDate: London Import mark for 1908Movement: Swiss lever, cut and compensated bi-metallic balance, steel chronograph workDial: White, black Roman numerals, black outer minute divisions, outer black and red spiral and mph scales, subsidiary minute recording at 12, blued steel spade hands, centre chronograph handsCase: Polished round, chronograph button at 11, No.115053Signed: Dial, case stamped G.SSize: 53mm Accompaniments: Fitted caseFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Two sets of vintage brass letter scales and weights, along with a cased set of brass weights and one other pair of weighing scales.

An Oertling chemical balance scales in a mahogany case

A potatoes / seed 1cwt scales

Collectables to include a Japanese porcelain salad bowl and servers, a graduated set of three Coalport dishes, a Jane Marks glass scent bottle, letter scales, naval ships caps, ribbons and other itemsLocation: If there is no condition report shown, please request

A mixed lot to include a typewriter, scales, commemorative collectables, a stool, a canteen of cutlery, a bowler hat, ceramics and glassware ad a dolls 800 grade silver brush and combLocation: If there is no condition report shown, please request

Europe. Onwyn (Thomas), Comic Map of the Seat of the War with Entirely New Features, published by Rock Brothers and Payne, May 30th 1854, etched allegorical map with contemporary hand colouring, old folds, contained within the publisher's decorative card wrappers which contains a key to the various countries and an explanation of their anthropomorphic depiction, overall size 480 x 675 mm, size when folded 220 x 145 mmQTY: (1)NOTE:A rare anamorphic map which can rightly claim to be the origin of the comic maps of Europe which would become so popular in the 19th century. The map shows the Russian bear as the aggressor in the Crimean War, with the Allied Fleet attempting to clip the bear's claws in the Black Sea, and its coat being emblazoned with the words 'Oppression', 'Tyranny', 'Bigotry' 'Treachery and 'Cruelty'. Other nations have been given anthropomorphic national characterisations that will be reprised and revised during the next seventy years. It is worth noting the set of scales below the title with the 'balance of power’, shows the Russian bear outweighed by the combination of a French cockerel, Turkeys, and a British Lion. The lettering in the title 'Seat of War’ is constructed from soldiers from all the belligerent nations.As the war progressed and casualties mounted, public sentiment turned against treating the war as a subject of mirth and satire. It is therefore perhaps surprising that Rock Brothers and Payne thought it appropriate to issue another edition of this map in 1856. The change in public opinion may explain why this later edition is so scarce.

ARDBEG ALLIGATOR COMMITTEE RESERVE ISLAY SINGLE MALT The Missouri new oak casks used to produce this limited edition whisky were heavily charred, leaving their insides resembling alligator scales.51.2% ABV / 70cl Located on the island’s rugged south coast, Ardbeg distillery represents the peatier end of the Islay spectrum. While it has endured some tough times, spending several years mothballed, the distillery has undergone a bit of a renaissance since being bought over by Glenmorangie and is now on a stable footing.While it still retains its signature sooty spirit, Ardbeg has also adopted its new parent company’s fondness for experimental cask finishes, arguably increasing its appeal.

ARDBEG ALLIGATOR COMMITTEE RELEASE ISLAY SINGLE MALT The Missouri new oak casks used to produce this limited edition whisky were heavily charred, leaving their insides resembling alligator scales.51.2% ABV / 70cl

Patrick Wright (Welsh, b.1945) "You'll have to buy some new scales tomorrow; these are dammed liars", pen and ink and monochrome watercolour, signed, inscribed with title and "Health and Efficiency, Heinemann, 1983", framed, 22.9 x 33cm. *Illustrated: Patrick Wright, "Health and Efficiency", Heinemann, 1983. **Provenance: Label on reverse for Chris Beetles Ltd, London.