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A pair of Sampson Hancock Derby figures, standing in 18th century dress, each holding over size shells, 18cm high, crown, crossed batons and D mark in red, c.1900

Natural History - Conchology, a large collection of British and world shells including conches, cowries, clams, tritons, various sizes, [qty]

A box of seventeen early 20th Century exotic seashells variousCondition ReportHas general wear and tear conducive with age and use.  Two shells have some cracking/scratches to the main areas and one shell is in half and with cross like mark to one.  See images for more details

A pair of 19th Century patinated bronze ornamental ewers in the Classical taste, decorated with merman and merchild with shells and scenes depicting Diana and Venus to the pear-shaped body, raised on square foot (after the originals by Jean Goujon), 52 cm high

A LARGE COLLECTION OF ASSORTED SEA AND OTHER SHELLS (TRAYS NOT INCLUDED)

A COLLECTION OF SHELLS, CORAL ETC

A selection of necklaces and earrings: semi-precious stones and shells including jasper, black onyx, amethyst, peridot and sponge coral

A World War II brass shell casing, 22.2cm high, the base stamped 37MM.M16 LOT 56- 3141 - 26 1942; four brass nose cones from shells; a dummy nose cone; a 19th century bayonet, blade 52.1cm long; a 19th century dagger, possibly of Eastern origin, the handle made from banded wood decorated with nails, the blade 38.5cm long, in a wood and leather sheath; and a 20th century curved knife, possibly from Malaysia, in a stained wood sheath

A William IV mahogany armchair, upholstered in patterned fabric, the channelled arm supports headed by carved shells, on turned fluted legs with brass castors.

Art Nouveau Royal Dux porcelain table centrepiece modelled as a maiden perched on a naturalistic base, pulling her fishing net, flanked by two open shells. Impressed model no. to the base 1091 with pink triangle mark. 42cm high approx.(B.P. 21% + VAT) Very minor nicks to the rims of the shells in a few places, otherwise appearing ok overall.

PAIR OF WWI TRENCH ART SHELLS

An African large tribal face mask, grotesque carving inset cowrie shells; a pair of hardwood bookends, crudely carved and painted face masks

An oak wall mirror, 20th Century, with pierced and carved frame decorated with acanthus leaves and shells around a rectangular bevelled plate, 64 x 85cm Condition report: plate appears to be modern, small loss and damage to the slip bottom left of the plate, knocks and chips and scuffs

A RARE LATE ELIZABETH I STEEPLE CUP AND COVER with a deep conical bowl, chased with a row of scallop shells below fleur-de-lys and a vacant shield cartouche against a matt ground & above a calyx of alternating stiff leaves and fruit, the baluster stem with adornment, supported on a bell-shaped foot, chased with fleur-de-lys above a formal moulded border, the domed cover chased with a row of scallop shells above row of fleur-de-lys against a matt ground, the steeple chased with chevrons and terminating in a turned finial, flanked by three scrolls, inscribed under the foot "EX DONO IO: WALTON ARCHIDIACONI DERBIE 1603", the whole with traces of gilding, maker's mark "AB" conjoined, London 1602; 10.9" (27.7 cms) high to rim; 16.9" (42.7 cms) high overall; 23.4 oz Provenance: This cup was presented to the owner's grandfather as the prize, when his horse "DON SANCHO" won the Irish Grand National in 1928 and sold with the cup is a small inscribed disc relating to its presentation. It was also catalogued as part of a Loan Exhibition of Old English Plate and Decorations and Orders at 25 Park Lane and Seaford House, in March 1929 (catalogue No. 794)

A GEORGE IV SMALL "MADEIRA" WINE LABEL curved, with scroll borders, by William Eley (II), London c.1825 (date letter lost in piercing), another, with shaped corners by John Reily, London 1802, another with matting, two shells and a scroll title area, marks partially pierced, and a narrow oblong wine label by C. Reily & G. Storer, London 1831; the latter 2" (5 cms) long; 1.25 oz (4)

A GEORGE III WINE LABEL with a raised border of gadrooning & shells, pierced "MADEIRA" below an Earl's coronet, by William Elliott, London 1818; 2.25" (5.7 cms) long; 0.8 oz

A MID 18TH CENTURY FRENCH SILVERGILT MOUNTED, ENAMELLED COPPER SNUFF BOX decorated in yellow and other sombre colours with a diaper-work of fruit, shells and flowers, heightened with gilding, maker's mark "?TB", Paris 1753, a small George III mounted Blue John scent bottle with an engraved cover c.1790, and a small early 19th century enamelled copper box "A Present from BATH"; the snuff box 2.5" (6.5 cms) long (3)

A WILLIAM IV LARGE SALVER of shaped circular outline with a border of matted shells and scrolls, large scroll feet with fluted decoration and flat-chasing centred by an engraved cartouche, with a presentation inscription relating to "William Hope Parkinson Esq. 1881-1822" and the "Harton Coal Co.", by William Kerr Reid, London 1831 (contained in original oak travelling case); 27.75" (70.5 cms) diameter; 217 oz approx.

A GEORGE II TEA CADDY rectangular with panelled sides, incurved at each corner, with chased borders of flowers, scrolls and shells against matting, the hinged cover with a cast flower finial, engraved on the front, with a coat of arms by Abraham Portal*, London 1749; 6" (15 cms) high; 13.9 *The Arms are those of either Jones or Huntly. Abraham Portal (1726-1809) was a member of the Huguenot family originating in Bagnols-sur-Ceze, Languedoc, France. Guillame Portal born 1639 was "of the Great Wardrobe" of William III and Anne. His brother, Jean Francois also fled to England, father of three sons and seven daughters. The second son, Pierre Guillaume, became rector of Clowne, County Derby, c.1724 and of South Fambridge, Essex in 1734. His second son, Abraham, (described as son of William Portal) was apprenticed to Paul de Lamerie in 1740 and became free in 1749. This tea caddy bears the Portal's first mark and was hallmarked during his first year as a registered large worker. Later on, Portal became an important figure in the literary scene, writing poetry and several major plays between 1758 and 1768, commenting on social, political and religious developments. He is one of the few Goldsmiths to appear in the Dictionary of National Biography on account of his literary activitues. References and further information: Portal, C: The Reluctant Goldsmith, Abraham Portral 1726-1809, and Grimwade, A: London Goldsmiths 1697-1837.

AN EDWARDIAN SALVER of shaped circular outline with a border of flowers, scrolls and shells, and an engraved centre, by Joseph Rogers, Sheffield 1903; 12.25" (31 cms) diameter; 27.9 oz

A GEORGE III RECTANGULAR TOAST RACK with arched wire bars, a central handle and a decorative border of gadrooning and shells, & resting on four paw feet, crested, by Thomas Robins, London 1812; 8.5" (21.5 cms) long; 19.75 oz

Small Arts & Crafts copper tray with repousse decoration, the central circular panel depicting sailing boat and lighthouse (Newlyn?) surrounded by border of fish and scallop shells, unmarked, 24cm diam.Condition report:Uneven rim, rocks very slightly when flat. No splits or holes visible. As images. 

Royal Dux figural centrepiece, modelled as a standing lady between two upturned shells, 36cms high; along with a smaller Royal Dux figural centrepiece/comport (both with damages).

RARE NANTGARW PORCELAIN SQUARE DISH - MACKINTOSH SERVICE London decorated and probably painted by Thomas Martin Randall, a square dish painted in the centre with a standing bird amongst foliage, the border painted with sprays of flowers and gilded decoration including shells. With a collection label for Cyril Kieft, and hand written label saying formerly in the Herbert Eccles Collection, impressed mark for Nantgarw. 23cms square *Cyril Kieft was born in Swansea, a noted businessman and industrialist he built a large collection of Swansea and Nantgarw. *This lot was purchased at Sotheby & Co, 8th of May 1973, lot 171. It comes with the original catalogue.

SWANSEA PORCELAIN CUP & SAUCER in the Kingfisher design, both painted with a bird amongst flowers and foliage, with gilded rims and with Red script mark to both (Saucer 14cms diameter). Also with a Swansea pottery cup and saucer, transfer printed with vignettes of sea shells, Swansea mark in capital letters (Saucer 14cms diameter). (4)

PAIR OF CHELSEA STYLE PORCELAIN FIGURAL CANDELABRA possibly by Samson of Paris, a pair of porcelain figures of Neptune and Amphitrite, each with candle holders and bocage, and mounted on scroll bases with various encrusted shells and plants (some damages). Also with a further Chelsea style figure (damaged). All bearing gold anchors marks. Candelabra 31cms high. (3)

A lacquer hako netsuke formed as a clamLate 18th/early 19th centuryLacquered on the usu-nashiji ground with aquatic plants and with smaller shells applied in brown and silver takamaki-e, the interior of black lacquer and with a brass loose ring cord attachment; unsigned. 4.7cm (1 7/8in).Footnotes:リザーブ設定無し蒔絵箱根付　蛤　無銘　18世紀後期/19世紀前期Exhibited: Ashmolean Museum, Oxford, 1972, no.10.The Edward Wrangham Collection of Japanese Art: Part IV, lot 86.www.bonhams.com/auctions/20493/lot/86/Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A gold-lacquer three-case inroBy Koma Minso, 19th centuryThe wide body with a rich nashiji ground lacquered with a continuous design of three clam shells for the kai-awase game, one shown from the rear, one with a design of willow branches overhanging a stream and one with two dancers in an outdoor arena among clouds, in gold and silver takamaki-e with details of gold and slight coloured hiramaki-e and gold foil, the interior of nashiji with kinji edges, signed Koma Minso saku; with a copper and gilt-metal ojime in the form of a biwa (loquat) fruit, signed Issei. 7.5cm (2 15/16in) wide.Footnotes:リザーブ設定無し貝合図蒔絵印籠　銘「古満民竈作」　19世紀Provenance: A. M. and R. A. Budgitt collection, purchased at Sotheby's, London, 1969.Wrangham collection, no.980.Published: E. A. Wrangham, The Index of Inro Artists, Harehope, Northumberland, 1995, p.176, Minso, Koma.The Edward Wrangham Collection of Japanese Art: Part V, lot 141.www.bonhams.com/auctions/20555/lot/141/Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Katie Gold studio pottery vase depicting a coastal theme with sea shells design. Gold is a New Zealand based studio artist. In good condition. 22cm tall.

Box of collectables to include trinket boxes, Wade, Royal Albert Old Country Roses, shells, figures etc

A small collection of shells to include conch examples.

A 1920's Red Japanned Three-Seater Bergère Sofa, the single cane back support with carved shells, the arms decorated with Oriental figures, birds and landscape above double caned sides, with six squab cushions decorated with gilt urns and flowers, the plain seat rail on shell carved cabriole legs, 168cm by 78cm by 82cm

A Pair of Mid 19th Century Gilt and Gesso Wall Mirrors, the later mirror plates within moulded and acanthus scrolled borders, the corners with C scrolls, shells and acanthus leaves, the whole surmounted by a pierced plume as putti, 118cm by 92cm

2000 Bentley Arnage (Red Label) Transmission: automaticMileage:27380Launched in 1998, the Arnage was built and designed in Crewe under BMW’s short-lived stewardship and named after a famous corner at Le Mans. The Arnage Green Label was to be all new, and featured BMW’s proven 4.4 litre V8 with the addition of twin turbos and some serious engineering input from the brains at Cosworth. The Rolls-Royce Seraph was to employ a BMW V12 engine with 349bhp and 420lb/ft, the car had impressive mid-range and low-down punch, weighed less than the outgoing model, and boasted a five-speed automatic gearbox which offered greater flexibility and much improved economy. The Arnage Red Label was launched in October 1999 with the engine reverting back to Bentley power using the traditional V8 engine and a displacement of 6750cc. As part of the modification process, both Red and Green Label cars benefitted from expanded leg room in the cabin, stiffer body shells and larger wheels and brakes. The Arnage cost over £170,000 when new in 1998 and that was before any bespoke options were considered.This excellent 2000 Bentley Arnage Red Label was supplied new in April 2000 by Jack Barclay of Barclay Square, London. Since rolling out of the showroom this car has covered only 27,400 miles from new, which is supported by the stamped service book - the most recent service being in May 2021 - and the MoT history. Finished in dark Sapphire Blue with Oatmeal leather interior, blue carpets and burr walnut dashboard and door cappings, this Arnage is supplied with all the usual refinements including rear vanity mirrors, front and rear park distance control, GPS Sat Nav system with fold away colour screen, heated seats, dual zone climate control, electric rear seats, 18” alloy wheels, cruise control, electric steering column and electric power folding mirrors. This lovely Arnage Red Label comes with a UK V5C registration document, an MoT test certificate which expires in June 2022, the Vehicle Specification sheet and the stamped up service book. Whether driving or being driven in, an example such as this Bentley provides a memorable experience and, considering the specification and mileage, it certainly appears to offer exceptional value for money given the estimate.Interested parties should satisfy themselves as to the description and condition of each lot prior to the sale. Accordingly, buyers are on notice that each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ subject to the Terms and Conditions for the auction. Buyers are advised to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out this service. Historics will not entertain disputes over descriptions.

1928 Buick Master Six Transmission: manualMileage:59688Buick holds the distinction of being the oldest active American marque and the original Buick Motor Company was a cornerstone of the establishment of General Motors in 1908. Before the establishment of General Motors, GM founder William C. Durant, previously served as Buick's general manager while his friend Louis Chevrolet worked as a racing driver for Buick. Buick gave both the Standard and Master model’s smoother radiator shells, double belt mouldings, and a straight tie-rod connecting both headlamps. The Master Six was offered in ten body styles that ranged from Saloon, DeLuxe Saloon, Coupé, Tourer, Brougham Saloon, Sport Roadster, Country Club Coupé, and Sport Tourer. In 1939 Buick also pioneered the use of turn signals, which did not appear on other car brands until almost a decade later.This handsome Buick was purchased by the vendor whilst on an overseas trip to Portugal. He and his father fell in love with the lines of this American classic, purchased the car there and then and shipped the car back to the UK. Being knowledgeable classic car enthusiasts, throughout their stewardship the car has systematically undergone work, including an engine rebuild and as such presents in very good order today. The wooden artillery wheels are in good condition; the car certainly defies its 93 years of age. With an engine that starts on the button, we are advised by the vendor she drives well with no known faults. Supplied with a V5C registration document, this Buick is regrettably being sold due to lack of storage space.Interested parties should satisfy themselves as to the description and condition of each lot prior to the sale. Accordingly, buyers are on notice that each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ subject to the Terms and Conditions for the auction. Buyers are advised to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out this service. Historics will not entertain disputes over descriptions.

1953 Austin Healey 100/4 Transmission: manualMileage:48405Historics are truly delighted to bring to auction what is without doubt the very best Austin Healey we have ever offered. It has been completely restored down to the very last nut and bolt by its current owner, a qualified engineer, over the last seven years, having been previously dry stored in a barn for a mere 36 years! Purchased from ourselves in March 2014, the fastidious owner wanted to restore the Healey to concours standard and uncovered some very interesting history along the way.Quite simply every part of this car has been restored as evidenced by pictures held on file and the attention to original detail is second to none. Finished in its original colour of Healey Grey i.e. light metallic blue with blue leather seats piped in grey, a blue PVC hood and full tonneau cover, everything about the vehicle is finished to ex-factory standard. The chassis and engine are the original items as fitted to the car and this is confirmed by the BMIHT certificate included in the history file.The engine has been fully rebuilt to run on unleaded fuel with new bearings, big end shells, timing chain and tensioner, pistons and rings and has also been balanced, resulting in a car that, according the owner, runs ‘like a sewing machine’, although with a little more power! The rear axle, overdrive unit and gearbox have also been overhauled by specialist Hardy Engineering who also fitted their last remaining NOS lay shaft to the gearbox.Although most small fittings and bumpers/over-riders were replaced, the owner was determined to retain the originality of the vehicle where possible. Many parts have been replated to the correct chrome or zinc/cad finish by Silva Bronz in Alton, Hampshire. Other items have all been extensively restored, including the grille, badges, switchgear and gear knob, distributor, coil, dynamo, starter motor, heater unit, fuel tank, sender unit, carburettors and steering wheel/column/horn assembly. The braking system has also been completely replaced as one would expect.NWD 980 was originally registered with the Donald Healey Motor Company in Warwick on 1st October 1953 as shown in the original buff log book and V5C that come with the car, with body number 235 and an ‘Austin of England’ boot badge which confirms this as an extremely early example of a BN1 Healey. The car even has the correct early two part dash finished in the correct dark blue paint from the 100S cars. Indeed, as the 25th oldest UK right hand drive example held on the AH 100/4 register it would be eligible for a host of classic car events including the Mille Miglia and various historic car events held at Goodwood and other notable venues.Furthermore, as this particular car was extensively raced in period at Goodwood and various other race and time trial events in the 1950's it is also eligible for a whole raft of historic events. Pictures of NWD 980 being raced at Goodwood and other South of England circuits along with other evidence are held in our files and are available for inspection.Whilst very little is known about NWD 980 from 1958 -1978, the first three years of its life were most exciting. A certain Harold Wakefield of Castrol Oil fame had a particular interest in MotoCross which in the 1950's was in its zenith. He had spotted that a couple of brothers - the Rickman boys - Derek aged 20 and Don aged 21, were totally dominant in the field and always came 1st or 2nd in all their races both in the UK and Europe. They had developed a Rickman Metisse competition motorbike with its famous nickel-plated frame/oil tank, on which they won most races they entered and were clearly destined for greater things. Harold wanted to get involved in a major way and offered the Rickman brothers a three year sponsorship deal. The offer was accepted and NWD 980 was delivered shortly afterwards to Derek's home near Southampton; a photograph in the history file shows the new car outside his house, a lovely momento given to the owner by Derek together with all the other black and white photos held in the file. His brother Don received another motoring classic - a Triumph TR2 - MCR 907. During the last seven years as the present owner has rebuilt the car, it has been featured in several magazine articles and has been a source of reference for a number of other local Healey rebuilds in and around the Thames Valley area. NWD 980 has been used sparingly since the rebuild but has proved to be a super car to drive as might be expected. Everything functions as it should and it is now ready to be thoroughly enjoyed by a new owner. To those of you who ask the obvious question ....’why sell it’?... the vendor answers thus; “I am really a fan of rebuilding classic cars, previous models include an MGC GT and an Austin Healey BT7...whilst they are a joy to drive, my pleasure really comes from doing all the repairs and reconditioning, it’s the attention to detail that I like and I think I might just squeeze in one more restoration before I hang up my tools”! A response which is certainly a blessing for the lucky new owner.Interested parties should satisfy themselves as to the description and condition of each lot prior to the sale. Accordingly, buyers are on notice that each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ subject to the Terms and Conditions for the auction. Buyers are advised to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out this service. Historics will not entertain disputes over descriptions.

Tibetan collar necklace, set with red beads, turquoise coloured beads and shells, 20cm wide, together with a bracelet of similar form, (2)

Zulu dress, the red ground decorated with three beadwork panels, two of circular form in orange, one of triangular form with three mirrored buttons, the front panel with square sections, inset with shells, lacework, Republique Francaise 1808 coins, and geometrically placed buttons, the cuffs and the bottom of the dress brightly decorated with lacework, 114cm long 

A small collection of trench art including shells etc

A Sailor's Valentine Style Bowl and Cover, of circular form, allover encrusted with shells, in a geometric pattern, 17.5cm diameter.

An early 19th Century Staffordshire figure of Venus probably by Obadiah Sherratt, circa 1820, Venus with a putto standing on rocky support, the entire applied with shells raised on plinth with central titled cartouche (damages)

Glass Vase of Shells

Shells and Minerals etc

CH Brannam Barnstaple North Devon Slipware Art Pottery Pair of Cornucopia Shells - 14cm Long

A quantity of crystals, shells, a bone whistle, a Zeiss Ikon camera, A pair of Buddhistic figures and other oddments.(80)

A late 18th century ruby and untested pearl brooch pendant, set in closed back silver mount, a George III garnet-set gold flower brooch, two garnet-set gold fruiting vine pendants and a gold bracelet mounted with shells

A Victorian carved coral necklace, set with seven graduated carved coral faces spaced with carved coral shells, 40cm long

A pair of early 19th century gold drop earrings, decorated with stylised gold shells, turquoise and seed pearls in yellow gold, 7cm high

Two porcupine quills, a collection of New Zealand wild pig tusks, collected circa 1890-90, and a collection of paua shells

A wall mirror decorated with cowrie, scallop and other shells, 54 1/4" x 30 1/4"

ORNATE ROCCOCO STYLE GESSO FRAMED MIRROR TAPERING RECTANGULAR BEVELLED PLATE, 19TH CENTURY, decorated with swags, shells and cherubs 120cm X 69cm

African hardwood elephants; cast metal elephant pen holder; shells; etc

The Webley MKVI Battlefield Finish Service Revolver in .177 Pellet is built from the original MKVI pistol blueprints. The MKVI Battlefield Finish Service Revolver is a full metal construction and will fire 4.5mm .177 Pellets. The pellets are fired through the 6 shells provided and you will also get a manual which is a re-print of the original instruction manual that was issued to the army officers.The revolver loads, cycles, fires and ejects the same as the original. It is single and double action and weighs exactly the same as the original.

Box of sea shells, fossils, crystals and mineral rocks etc

Two 19th/ early 20th Century Chinese carved ivory scenes within shells, W. 5.2cm.

A pair of 19th century Meissen figural sweetmeat dishes modelled as a male and female companion seated upon two shells, on oval bases, cross sword marks in underglaze blue to the base, height 16cm (2).Additional InformationThe male figure lacking most of his musical instruments to the lower and upper part of his left hand, this figure also has its left arm broken and glue repaired, there are some small chips to the base on this figure, all four of the shells with small chips and grazes at the edges, the female figure with a chip to the base on the right hand side.

SAMUEL ROBY; three 18th century hallmarked silver teaspoons with cast shells to backs of the bowl, together with two hallmarked silver salt spoons comprising an example by Peter Aitken I, Glasgow 1828, and an example by Richard Turner, London 1814, approx weight 1.9ozt/59g (5). Additional InformationThe marks on the shell backed examples are slightly rubbed and misshapen, light scratches, scuffs, two of the handles with engraved initials.

Three sterling silver mounted easel back photograph frames comprising a single example with cast floral detail surrounding a central open shell, 25 x 16cm, also a pair of examples with cast open shells and scrolling detail, 21 x 17cm, each stamped 925 (3).Additional InformationScratches, scuffs especially to the backs, very minor knocks and dents, one of the pair has a board that is slightly loose.

A late 19th century silver plate bread basket, with swing handle and rim cast with flowers and shells, width 33.5cm, with a pair of Burmese white metal salad servers, three brass candlesticks and other boxed cutlery, etc, (qty).

1958 Royal Enfield Constellation, 693 cc. Registration number 738 UXF (non transferrable). Frame number 7057. Engine number SM SA 6839.Like BSA and Triumph before it, Royal Enfield went on to enlarge its 500cc twin, eclipsing its rivals with the 700cc Meteor, Britain?s largest vertical twin at the time of its introduction for 1953. The crankcase remained fundamentally unchanged but the bore/stroke dimensions and engine top-end were those of the 350 Bullet, doubled up and restyled. Extensive revisions to the engine and the adoption of a new frame (shared by the Bullet singles) ushered in the Super Meteor in the autumn of 1955. While the Super Meteor was a fine performer, Enfield?s next development - the Constellation - was outstanding. Based on its immediate predecessor, the new sportster featured a 51bhp engine, revised frame and a handsome 4.25-gallon fuel tank. On test with Motor Cycling magazine in Belgium, a Constellation recorded a top speed of 115mph while averaging 51mpg, impressive figures by any standard.738 UXF was dispatched from the Redditch factory on the 3rd of July 1958 to Jaynes of Brynmawr, South Wales. It was the 95th Constellation built out of a believed 1389 and is a matching numbers example.Its life in Wales is unknown but in 2005 it was MOT'd in Swindon with a mileage of 10,842. In 2012 it was in County Waterford, Ireland where Joe Costello had the engine rebuilt including a crank regrind, new conrod and big end shells. Gordon Beard bought it in November 2011 and had a refurbished speedo fitted in 2014. Our vendor purchased it in July 2017 and has enjoyed using it, keeping it in it believed original condition. New tyres and tubes were fitted in 2018. He is now emigrating and cannot take it with him.Sold with the V5C, 2005 MOT, various paperwork, books, two cylinder heads and various other spares.