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William de Wykeham (1324-1404), bishop of Winchester and founder [1382] of Winchester College, College`s silver prize medal f

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Lot 2

William de Wykeham (1324-1404), bishop of Winchester and founder [1382] of Winchester College, College`s silver prize medal for Latin and English composition, established 1797, by John Milton, awarded to "IACOBVS GOVER. BEDFORD COLL. WINTON SCHOLARIS AD 1804", bust of DE WYKEHAM left, in cope and mitre, rev., Prince of Wales`s plumes, HONOREM PRINCEPS PROPONIT, named on edge, 48mm (MI 11/3; BHM 931, date shown as 1816; Stainton 16; Grimshaw 13). Extremely fine and scarce. The recipient probably the Rev. James Gower (or Gover), of Portsea, Hants, who went up to St. John`s College, Oxford (B.A. 1808); died 30 March, 1871. Provenance: Bt. eBay, August, 2012.

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Elizabeth of York (1466-1503), Queen of England, silver medal of German manufacture, by Loos, bust three-quarters left wearin

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Lot 7

Elizabeth of York (1466-1503), Queen of England, silver medal of German manufacture, by Loos, bust three-quarters left wearing embroidered dress, headdress and ornate necklace, ELIS EBOR HENRICI VIIREG ANG, rev., the two roses of York and Lancaster, entwined, HINC NOSTRÆ CREVERE ROSÆ, 39mm (MI 22/5; Eim 24). Extremely fine, toned. This attractive medal was commissioned by Mr Thane, a collector who felt that Elizabeth of York deserved a place in Dassier`s series of English Sovereigns. Elizabeth of York was the oldest daughter of Edward IV and her marriage to Henry VII in 1483, ended the Wars of the Roses by joining the houses of York and Lancaster. It was struck in the early years of the 19th Century and the obverse portrait is after Holbein. Provenance: Baldwin Auction, 4 October, 2004 (lot 931).

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Henry VIII (1509-1547), Head of the Church, restitutional silver medal or `so-called` pattern crown, c. 1545, crowned bust vi

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Lot 10

Henry VIII (1509-1547), Head of the Church, restitutional silver medal or `so-called` pattern crown, c. 1545, crowned bust virtually full-face, holding sword of state and orb, rev., crowned arms with lion and dragon supporters, HR monogram below, ANGLICE Z HIBENICE ECCLESIE SVPREMVM CAPVT, 43mm (cf MI 47/43). Good very fine and rare. Medallic Illustrations states `…the unsatisfactory nature of the workmanship renders it probable that it is a copy, made in the present (ie 19th) century on the Continent…`, however H. E. Pagan (BNJ 40, 1971, "Mr. Emery`s Mint"), writing of these pieces states they "could very well be products of the Emery mint". Provenance: Bt. eBay, December, 2012.

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Henry VIII, Supremacy of the Church, cast silver restitutional medal, 1545, on the King`s Assumption of the title "Supre

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Lot 11

Henry VIII, Supremacy of the Church, cast silver restitutional medal, 1545, on the King`s Assumption of the title "Supreme Head of the Church of England", after an original attributed to Henry Bayse (or Basse), chief engraver, bust right, wearing jeweled cap, ermine robe and Collar, legend in two lines around, HENRICVS OCTA ANGLIÆ FRAN CI ET HIB REX FIDEI DEFENSOR ET/IN TERR ECCLE ANGLI ET HI BE SVB CHRIST CAPVT SVPREMVM, rev., legend in eleven lines, between "HR" and "Londini 1545", in Hebrew and Greek, 50mm (MI 47/44; Eim. 26; H & P pl. 28, 1), late 18th century. Nearly extremely fine, deeply toned and rare. See also G. F. Hill, "The medal of Henry VIII as Supreme Head of the Church," NC (1916), pp. 194-195. Provenance: Ex. Dix, Noonan, Webb Auction, 17 December, 2007 (lot 1249).

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Henry VIII, silver counter, by or from the workshop of Simon de Passe, c. 1639, in imitation of engraving, half-length full-f

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Lot 13

Henry VIII, silver counter, by or from the workshop of Simon de Passe, c. 1639, in imitation of engraving, half-length full-face bust, wearing crown with hat brim, holding sword and orb, Tudor Rose to right, HENRY THE VIII, rev., crowned arms within Garter, decorative border, 25mm (cf MI 380/282 - the set). Very fine and scarce. For an almost complete set, in which another is included, see lot (442) Provenance: Morton & Eden Auction, 5 - 6 June, 2013 (lot 580, part)

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Mary, Queen of Scots (1542-1587), silver counter, 1551, unsigned, Victory standing left holding wreath and palm branch, MARIA

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Lot 16

Mary, Queen of Scots (1542-1587), silver counter, 1551, unsigned, Victory standing left holding wreath and palm branch, MARIA D G R S, rev., crowned M above 1551 within laurel wreath, 28.5mm (vide MI vol. I, p. 59 note; cf. Van Mieris III/289; Graham Goddard, `Mary, Queen of Scots - and Hungary`, Coin and Medal News, vol. 22, No. 10, Oct. 1985, p.25). A fascinating and unique medal, sharp extremely fine. This piece appears to have been originally struck for use in the household of Queen Mary of Hungary (1522-1558), the original H in the obverse legend having been altered to an S and the date 1552 altered to 1551. Provenance: Ex collections of the Dukes of Atholl (private sale to Spink`s); Bt. Spink October 1985; Spink Auction, 29 March, 2006 (lot 284)

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Edward VI, Christ`s Hospital, presentation medal, 1791, in richly gilt-silver, after a portrait by William Scrots, bust three

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Lot 17

Edward VI, Christ`s Hospital, presentation medal, 1791, in richly gilt-silver, after a portrait by William Scrots, bust three-quarters left on stippled background, wearing feathered cap doublet and Garter Chain and George, EDVARDUS SEXTUS R, signed GS [Guillaume Scrots] and hallmarked below truncation, facing bust of king, rev., engraved `Presented by David Pike Watts Esquire to Matthew Cotton Esquire`, 56 x 39.5mm (cf Grimshaw 89), London hallmark 1791, maker John Huston, shaped suspension loop. Extremely fine and rare. The medal is similar to the Marker`s medals of the period and is clearly after a painting by William Scrots, a painter of the Tudor court to whom several portraits of Edward VI are attributed. The medal`s benefactor, David Pike Watts, was the adopted son of the vintner Benjamin Kenton, and inherited his business and fortune. Given to good works, he was a patron of Christ`s Hospital, and many other institutions. He was the artist John Constable`s uncle. The Pike Watts Mausoleum, in the Church of the Holy Cross, Ilam, Staffordshire, contains Francis Chantrey`s magnificent monument. By 1833 the recipient, Matthew Cotton, is recorded in the post of Receiver and Wardrobe Keeper at Christ`s Hospital. Provenance: St. James`s Auction 17, 24 May, 2011 (lot 854)

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Edward VI, Christ`s Hospital, silver Marker`s medal, by Lewis Pingo, awarded c. 1870`s, bust of Edward VI right, his crown in

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Lot 18

Edward VI, Christ`s Hospital, silver Marker`s medal, by Lewis Pingo, awarded c. 1870`s, bust of Edward VI right, his crown incorporated in hat, rev., bible opened at the pages of Exodus, dated 1552, named on edge inscribed (Egbert Lampard), 35mm (MI 61/16: Eimer, Pingo 29; Eimer 66a; Grimshaw 90). Good very fine. The Abney Park Cemetery in Stoke Newington lists an Egbert Lampard who died 20 Februaury, 1917 aged 55 and who could well be the recipient of this medal. Provenance: Bt. eBay, August, 2006.

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Philip II, of Spain and King of England, the siege of St. Quentin, silver medal, 1557, by Jacques Jonghelinck, laureate armou

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Lot 31

Philip II, of Spain and King of England, the siege of St. Quentin, silver medal, 1557, by Jacques Jonghelinck, laureate armoured bust of Philip to right, wearing Badge of the Golden Fleece on ribbon, PHILIPPVS DG HISP ET ANGLIÆ REX, rev., legend in 16 lines, small head of St. Quentin in centre, ANNO MDLVII DEN X TAG AVG WARD DVRCH KVNIG PHILIP ZV HISPAN VND ENGELLAND …, 35.5mm (MI 84/47; vL I, 17, 2; Smolderen 226/13). An excellent example, good very fine, toned and rare. The English government did not wish to be involved in the Spanish war against France, but Philip II had Mary authorize a small force, led by the Earl of Pembroke, which succeeded in capturing the town of St. Quentin in Picardy, Northern France. Provenance: Elsen Auction, 12 March, 2005 (lot 2463).

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Philip II of Spain and King of England, silver counter, by or from the workshop of Simon de Passe, c. 1639, in imitation of e

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Lot 35

Philip II of Spain and King of England, silver counter, by or from the workshop of Simon de Passe, c. 1639, in imitation of engraving, half-length crowned bust right, holding sword and orb, PHILLIP KIN OF SPANNA, rev., the Spanish arms crowned, within Garter, decorative border, 25mm (cf MI 380/282 - the set). Very fine and rare. Provenance: Morton & Eden Auction, 5 - 6 June, 2013 (lot 580, part)

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TOUR DE COU ARTICULÉ en bronze doré, cuivre argenté et cabochons de turquoise, l’extrémité formée de deux dragons affro

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Lot 135

TOUR DE COU ARTICULÉ en bronze doré, cuivre argenté et cabochons de turquoise, l’extrémité formée de deux dragons affrontés de part et d’autre de la perle enflammée, à décor auspicieux des huit emblèmes bouddhiques (ba ji xiang), sur une face, et des huit objets précieux, sur l’autre. (Accidents et manques). Tibet, XIXe siècle. A GILT-COPPER, SILVER AND TURQUOISE NECKLACE, TIBET, 19TH CENTURY. HAUT. 28 cm (11 IN.)

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PENDENTIF CIRCULAIRE en corail rouge orangé, de forme circulaire, à décor sculpté et ajouré d’un lys. Chine, début du X

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Lot 159

PENDENTIF CIRCULAIRE en corail rouge orangé, de forme circulaire, à décor sculpté et ajouré d’un lys. Chine, début du XXe siècle. Chevalet en argent doré à décor d’enroulements. A CORAL PENDANT ON A SILVER-GILT STAND, CHINA, QING DYNASTY, EARLY 20TH CENTURY. DIAM. 4 cm - PDS. (BRUT) 16 G. (1 9/16 & 0,032 LB)

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LOT DE TROIS OBJETS en argent et émaux translucides polychromes, comprenant une paire de lions bouddhiques, l’un jouant

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Lot 204

LOT DE TROIS OBJETS en argent et émaux translucides polychromes, comprenant une paire de lions bouddhiques, l’un jouant avec une balle, l’autre en compagnie de son petit, et une boîte navette à décor d’une chimère archaïsante et d’animaux, l’intérieur vermeillé. Charançons et poinçons de maître "JL". Chine, République populaire, vers 1970. TWO ENAMELLED-SILVER FIGURES & A SILVER-GILT AND ENAMEL BOX, CHINA, CA. 1970. LONG. 11 cm & PDS. 250 g. (4 5/16 IN. & 0.55 LB.) LONG. 23 cm & PDS. 325 g. (9 1/16 IN. & 0.71 LB.)

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LOT DE DEUX BOÎTES RECTANGULAIRES la première, en argent, à décor de bambous et fleurs, un Boudai en serpentine vert foncé fo

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Lot 205

LOT DE DEUX BOÎTES RECTANGULAIRES la première, en argent, à décor de bambous et fleurs, un Boudai en serpentine vert foncé formant prise, et la deuxième, en argent doré, à décor, rehaussé d’émaux translucides polychromes, de fleurs et rinceaux sur fond d’une résille et le couvercle sommé d’un cabochon de corail rouge orangé sculpté en léger relief d’un canard, l’intérieur des deux boîtes vermeillé. Mentions "silver", charançons et poinçons de maître "JL". Chine, République populaire, milieu du XXe siècle. TWO GILT-SILVER, CORAL AND ENAMEL BOXES, CHINA, MID-20TH CENTURY. DIM. (1) 11,5 x 6,5 x 5 cm - PDS 200 g. (4 1/2 x 2 9/16 x 2 IN. & 0.44 LB) DIM. (2) 9 x 6,5 x 4 cm - PDS. 265 g. (3 9/16 x 2 9/16 x 1 9/16 IN. & 0.58 LB)

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SUITE DE DEUX POISSONS DE BASSIN en argent doré et émaux translucides polychromes, tous deux articulés et pourvus d’une

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Lot 206

SUITE DE DEUX POISSONS DE BASSIN en argent doré et émaux translucides polychromes, tous deux articulés et pourvus d’une chaînette de suspension, les yeux globuleux. Charançons. (Quelques soudures reprises). Chine, République populaire, vers 1970. TWO SILVER-GILT AND ENAMEL FIGURES, CHINA, CA. 1970. LONG. 18 cm & PDS. 230 g. (7 1/16 IN. & 0,46 LB.)

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LOT DE DEUX OBJETS en argent et émaux translucides polychromes, comprenant une boîte en forme d’une pomme de pin reposa

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Lot 207

LOT DE DEUX OBJETS en argent et émaux translucides polychromes, comprenant une boîte en forme d’une pomme de pin reposant sur une branche, la prise du couvercle en forme d’écureuil assis sur ses pattes arrières et deux oies perchées sur un rocher léché par les vagues. Mentions "silver", charançons et poinçons de maître "JL". (Manque une vis sous le groupe). Chine, République Populaire, vers 1970. Un socle à la forme en carton gainé de soie. TWO SILVER AND ENAMEL BOX AND GROUP, CHINA, CA. 1970. HAUT. (1) 13,5 cm & PDS. 440 g. (5 5/16 IN. & 0,97 LB.) HAUT. (2) 12 cm & PDS. 250 g. (4 3/4 IN. & 0,55 LB.)

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LOT DE DEUX OBJETS comprenant un paon, de style 1920, en argent doré et rehaussé d’émaux translucides polychromes, son

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Lot 208

LOT DE DEUX OBJETS comprenant un paon, de style 1920, en argent doré et rehaussé d’émaux translucides polychromes, son plumage en forme de corne d’abondance, et un plateau circulaire monté sur trois petits pieds sphériques en argent filigrané et doré à décor d’un paon faisant la roue. Mentions "silver", charançons et poinçons de maître "JL". Chine, République populaire, vers 1970. Chevalet en bois. TWO GILT-SILVER AND ENAMEL ITEMS, CHINA, CA. 1970. DIAM. (1) 25 cm & PDS. 285 g. (9 13/16 IN. & 0,62 LB.) HAUT. (2) 7,7 cm & PDS. 165 g. (3 IN. & 0,36 LB.)

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LOT DE TROIS OBJETS en argent doré et émaux translucides polychromes, comprenant deux chimères couchées portant sur leur dos

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Lot 209

LOT DE TROIS OBJETS en argent doré et émaux translucides polychromes, comprenant deux chimères couchées portant sur leur dos un petit vase formant bougeoir, l’ensemble agrémenté de cabochons à l’imitation du corail et du turquoise, et une boîte en forme de cacatoès, les yeux en œil-de-tigre et l’intérieur vermeillé. Mentions "silver", charançons et poinçons de maître "JL". Chine, République populaire, vers 1960. TWO SILVER AND ENAMEL ITEMS, CHINA, CA. 1960. LONG. (1) 10,5 cm - PDS. 420 G. (4 1/8 IN. & 0,92 LB.) HAUT. (2) 17 cm & PDS. 300 g. (6 11/16 IN. & 0,66 LB.)

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PAIRE DE COMPTE-GOUTTES EN FORME DE CARPES en métal argenté, la tête dans le prolongement du corps, une nageoire vissée forma

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Lot 210

PAIRE DE COMPTE-GOUTTES EN FORME DE CARPES en métal argenté, la tête dans le prolongement du corps, une nageoire vissée formant bouchon. Poinçons insculpés sur les nageoires dorsales. Chine, XXe siècle. A PAIR OF SILVER-PLATED WATER-DROPPERS, CHINA, 20TH CENTURY. LONG. 11 cm (4 5/16 IN.)

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ZEE WO & CO. - PAIRE DE COUPES SUR PIED en argent, la panse hémisphérique et l’ouverture à accolades, à décor de mo

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Lot 211

ZEE WO & CO. - PAIRE DE COUPES SUR PIED en argent, la panse hémisphérique et l’ouverture à accolades, à décor de moineaux en vol parmi les cerisiers, l’intérieur autrefois doré. Poinçons insculpés sous les bases. Chine, Shanghai, dynastie Qing, vers 1900. A PAIR OF STERLING SILVER CUPS, BY ZEE WO & CO., CHINA, SHANGHAI, QING DYNASTY, CA. 1900. HAUT. 6,3 cm & PDS. 340 g (2 1/2 IN. & 0,68 LB.)

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Lot 799

A mixed lot (61) of silver and low grade bronzeReserve: £30

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Lot 802

Scrap silver. Pre 20 £1-15s-10d and Pre 47 £6-0s-6dReserve: £150

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Two soapstone carvings: one of animals; one of vases; a Wedgwood basalt jug with silver plated lid; etc.

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Lot 291

Two soapstone carvings: one of animals; one of vases; a Wedgwood basalt jug with silver plated lid; etc.

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An engine turned square silver compact with yellow metal handle, hinged lid and internal mirror, Birmingham 1947, length 2.5

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Lot 291A

An engine turned square silver compact with yellow metal handle, hinged lid and internal mirror, Birmingham 1947, length 2.5"", overall weight 3oz, with black silk pouch

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A cased EPNS porringer and spoon; a similar egg cup and mug; a silver napkin ring; a selection of costume jewellery

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Lot 301

A cased EPNS porringer and spoon; a similar egg cup and mug; a silver napkin ring; a selection of costume jewellery

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Two hallmarked silver Kiddush cups; a napkin ring; a silver plated 4 piece tea set; other similar wares including 2 trays; a

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Lot 304

Two hallmarked silver Kiddush cups; a napkin ring; a silver plated 4 piece tea set; other similar wares including 2 trays; an Art Deco chromed finish tea set with insulated pot, and tray with Bakelite handle

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An ornate Victorian 3 piece silver plated tea set and a large selection of silver plate

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Lot 305

An ornate Victorian 3 piece silver plated tea set and a large selection of silver plate

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Four silver teaspoons and other cutlery

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Lot 307

Four silver teaspoons and other cutlery

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A hallmarked silver chased cigarette case; a niello decorated cigarette case

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Lot 310

A hallmarked silver chased cigarette case; a niello decorated cigarette case

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A hallmarked silver trinket box inset with a Victorian 6d; 2 hallmarked silver Vesta cases

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Lot 311

A hallmarked silver trinket box inset with a Victorian 6d; 2 hallmarked silver Vesta cases

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A hallmarked silver engine turned spectacle case with pince nez; a vintage cigarette lighter; 2 thimbles; an enamel box; etc

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Lot 312

A hallmarked silver engine turned spectacle case with pince nez; a vintage cigarette lighter; 2 thimbles; an enamel box; etc.

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A cased silver mounted meerschaum cigar holder; a 1920`s cared oriental cigarette holder; a carved brooch

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Lot 313

A cased silver mounted meerschaum cigar holder; a 1920`s cared oriental cigarette holder; a carved brooch

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Four silver tea/preserve spoons; 2 silver salt spoons; a cherub bookmark and ornamental silver plated cutlery

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Lot 314

Four silver tea/preserve spoons; 2 silver salt spoons; a cherub bookmark and ornamental silver plated cutlery

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A silver double Albert; Victorian and later silver and costume jewellery

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Lot 316

A silver double Albert; Victorian and later silver and costume jewellery

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A 1930`s carved ivory rose brooch; a 1960`s gent`s Bulova wristwatch; a silver thimble; a carved etui and sewing needles

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Lot 317

A 1930`s carved ivory rose brooch; a 1960`s gent`s Bulova wristwatch; a silver thimble; a carved etui and sewing needles

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A beaded silverback hand mirror and brush; a silver top scent spray

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Lot 320

A beaded silverback hand mirror and brush; a silver top scent spray

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A modern ""Sailor Japan"" sterling silver fountain pen

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Lot 321

A modern ""Sailor Japan"" sterling silver fountain pen

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A silver 3 flute table centre on weighted base (marks worn), height 10

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Lot 323

A silver 3 flute table centre on weighted base (marks worn), height 10

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A selection of cutlery and silver plate

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Lot 324

A selection of cutlery and silver plate

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A modern amber bead necklace; a silver stiff hinge bangle; 2 pendants

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Lot 329

A modern amber bead necklace; a silver stiff hinge bangle; 2 pendants

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A pair of Sophie Grigson silver earrings; a silver Vesta case; a white metal figure of an ibex

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Lot 330

A pair of Sophie Grigson silver earrings; a silver Vesta case; a white metal figure of an ibex

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A cased pair of commemorative silver napkin rings: ""Maiden Voyage of the Oriana""; a silver plated crue

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Lot 346

A cased pair of commemorative silver napkin rings: ""Maiden Voyage of the Oriana""; a silver plated cruet and cutlery

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A pair of 19th century Hanover silver candlesticks by Knauer, 10

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Lot 358

A pair of 19th century Hanover silver candlesticks by Knauer, 10

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A silver Vesta case; 2 silver penknives; a vintage cigarette lighter; a gilt framed magnifying glass; etc.

Maxwells

Lot 359

A silver Vesta case; 2 silver penknives; a vintage cigarette lighter; a gilt framed magnifying glass; etc.

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A pair of hallmarked silver sauce boats with cut rims and triple hoof feet, Sheffield 1917, 16 oz.

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Lot 360

A pair of hallmarked silver sauce boats with cut rims and triple hoof feet, Sheffield 1917, 16 oz.

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A silver baluster shaped hot water jug with stepped base and ebonised handle and finial, Birmingham 1908, 11 oz.

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Lot 361

A silver baluster shaped hot water jug with stepped base and ebonised handle and finial, Birmingham 1908, 11 oz.

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A small bell shaped posy vase on weighted base, Birmingham 1912; 3 silver topped jars

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Lot 363

A small bell shaped posy vase on weighted base, Birmingham 1912; 3 silver topped jars

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A classical style oval 3 piece silver plated tea set; an entree dish; other silver plate

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Lot 364

A classical style oval 3 piece silver plated tea set; an entree dish; other silver plate

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A hallmarked silver Vesta case with engraved decoration, Birmingham 1903 and another silver plated Vesta

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Lot 364A

A hallmarked silver Vesta case with engraved decoration, Birmingham 1903 and another silver plated Vesta

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A boxed set of 6 hallm,arked silver teaspoons with reeded and monogrammed handles, Sheffield 1911

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Lot 364B

A boxed set of 6 hallm,arked silver teaspoons with reeded and monogrammed handles, Sheffield 1911

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A Victorian style oval embossed patch box, monogrammed, Birmingham 1970; a similar silver box in presentation box; various s

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Lot 377

A Victorian style oval embossed patch box, monogrammed, Birmingham 1970; a similar silver box in presentation box; various silver 6ds and 3ds

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Two silver napkin rings; a silver sugar sifter and 2 silver teaspoons, various dates

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Lot 379

Two silver napkin rings; a silver sugar sifter and 2 silver teaspoons, various dates

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A good .577? prize Volunteer Snider rifle, 55? overall, barrel 36½? with London proofs, stamped ?Steel? and with target rear

Wallis & Wallis

Lot 110

A good .577? prize Volunteer Snider rifle, 55? overall, barrel 36½? with London proofs, stamped ?Steel? and with target rearsight, the hinged breech block engraved ?W Morton, 8 Railway Appch, London Bridge?, the line engraved lock marked with crown over VR and ?1874 Tower?, the walnut fullstock with regulation brass mounts, sling swivels and steel ramrod, the butt with circular silver plaque engraved ?1877/ Won by/ R H Barton/ No 2 Company/ Hon Artillery Co?. Very Good Working Order and Condition,the bore excellent, the barrel and bands very nicely reblued. Plate 34 Note: Robert Harvey Barton, No 2 Coy HAC, 24th July 1876, aged 28, left in 1880

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A good .40? American percussion plains rifle, 58? overall, heavy octagonal barrel 42? deeply stamped at the breech ?W M Bens

Wallis & Wallis

Lot 124

A good .40? American percussion plains rifle, 58? overall, heavy octagonal barrel 42? deeply stamped at the breech ?W M Benson? 3 times in a shallow triangle, and with long ratchet type rearsight and bone blade fore sight, flat lock with truncated tail engraved with game brids rising from a marsh scene, and stamped in an oval ?Bown & Tetley/ Warranted/ Pittsburgh?, striped maple fullstock inlaid with engraved German silver oval, lozenge shaped and scrolled plaques, brass mounts include deeply concave butt plate, butt trap with hinged cover and long spurred trigger guard housing double set triggers, with horn tipped wooden ramrod. Good Working Order and Condition (action a little weak). Plate 38

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Wallis & Wallis

Lot 1279

A Geo V 1897 pattern infantry officer?s sword, blade 22?, by Robt Mole & Sons, Birmingham, etched with crowned GVR cypher, crowned R Arms and wreaths in scabbard, geometric panels, regulation pierced guard with GVR cypher, wirebound grip, in its FS scabbard (hilt silver painted) and another similar sword by Batson & Sons, London, in FS scabbard (blade worn and pitted). Basically GC(2

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Wallis & Wallis

Lot 1282

A late 18th century Spanish flintlock blunderbuss, 30½? overall, 2 stage swamped steel barrel 17? with simple scrolled silver inlay at the breech, and with maker?s poincon of ?Eud. Camps? (Neal lists as Ripoll (?) c 1730-40), the conventional flintlock with flat banana shaped plate retaining traces of engraving, and with raised brass pan, the walnut fullstock with Madrid type butt, chequered wrist, engraved brass mounts, and steel ramrod. GC (the action requires attention, old repair to fore end, minor wear to lock and barrel). Probably made c 1790 using earlier parts.

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A scarce Volunteer officer?s .62? Baker type flintlock rifle, by Fenton, London, 46½? overall, octragonal twist barrel 30¼?

Wallis & Wallis

Lot 129

A scarce Volunteer officer?s .62? Baker type flintlock rifle, by Fenton, London, 46½? overall, octragonal twist barrel 30¼? with London proofs, engraved ?R Fenton-London? and with 2 folding leaf rearsights, the breech plug with silver line and maker?s poincon, muzzle with bayonet bar on the right side, flat stepped lock with safety bolt, rainproof pan and roller on frizzen spring, plate engraved with small floral bouquets, sunburst and ?Fenton?, walnut fullstock with chequered wrist, cheekpiece and engraved brass mounts including butt trap cover with fern tip border and trophy of arms, facetted butt plate tang, and square back trigger guard, with metal socket behind the breech tang for free standing aperture sight, sling swivels and a brass mounted wooden ramrod. Good Working Order and Condition (light pitting to barrel, traces of repaired fracture to stock, small spliced repairs to fore end with replacement fore end cap). Plate 38

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A late 18th century silver mounted Turkish sword shamshir, flat, curved pointed blade 32?, with bronze gilt inlaid maker?s (

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Lot 1308

A late 18th century silver mounted Turkish sword shamshir, flat, curved pointed blade 32?, with bronze gilt inlaid maker?s (?) mark near forte on one side, mameluke style hilt, the engraved silver crossguard with langets into beaded wirebound lower band into darkwood grip with studded florets and silver bands, in its tooled leather scabbard with large 2 section sheet silver locket, decorated with stylized floral panels and beaded edges, 2 lozenge inserts with half moon rings. Basically GC (chape missing, some damage to hilt) Plate 6

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A double barrelled 12 bore percussion holster pistol by J Dunn, 13¾? overall, browned twist barrels 8?, with Birmingham proo

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Lot 131

A double barrelled 12 bore percussion holster pistol by J Dunn, 13¾? overall, browned twist barrels 8?, with Birmingham proofs and gold line at breech, scroll engraved signed back action locks with safety bolts, walnut halfstock with horn fore end cap and rounded chequered butt, oval silver escutcheon and small engraved German silver butt cap with engraved steel trap, scroll engraved spurred steel trigger guard and swivel ramrod. Good Working Order and Condition (one hammer replaced, the other repaired) Plate 39

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?A presentation kukri, blade 10?, plain hilt, in its maroon velvet scabbard with sheet Indian silver side bands (minor dents

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Lot 1312

?A presentation kukri, blade 10?, plain hilt, in its maroon velvet scabbard with sheet Indian silver side bands (minor dents) and pierced, floral and foliate panelled locket (a gilt elephant god at the top), and chape, central silver band inscribed ?Presented by All Ranks of 34 Sqn Gurkha Transport Regiment, 1 Aug 1966?, 2 companion knives in velvet sheaths (loose). GC (scabbard tip crushed). Plate 2

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