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A small white marble Buddhist stele, Northern Qi Dynasty, the standing figure depicting Guanyin dressed in a lotus petal crown and a shoulder scarf that crosses at the waist level of his long robe to fall over the right arm raised, and the left lowered with indefinite attributes in each hand, the curving support beneath his feet trimmed with further overlapping lotus petals in contrast to the rough surface of the rectangular base, the base inscribed with 'April Zhu Tian'an', one corner of the base chipped so the year made cannot be unidentified, 30cm high See a larger stele with similar standing figure in Terukazu Akiyama and Saburo Matsubara, Arts of China: Buddhist Cave Temples, New Researches, Kodansha, 1969, no. 193, p. 189 and p. 240 (54cm height overall)Provenance: Property of a Gentleman collected in the 1980's or 1990's 北齐 "朱天安敬造"白石雕观音像拍品来源：英国私人收藏，购自上世纪八十至九十年代之间Condition Report: Smashed into four pieces and restored, extensive wear and with chips to the edgesCondition Report Disclaimer

2 Tickets to Europe’s tallest High Ropes at The Bear Grylls Adventure at the NEC, Birmingham, with goodies Escape the ordinary and experience the awesome at The Bear Grylls Adventure, located at Birmingham’s NEC. Are you ready to take on High Ropes? At 65ft tall, this is the tallest high ropes course in Europe, and rewards those brave enough to reach the top stunning views of the surrounding area. With its free roam structure, you can create your own adventure on the course, and select which of the 36 obstacles you take on, from the simple rope bridges to the challenging rolling log on the course’s top level. As the only outdoor activity, the High Ropes is made all the more challenging by the British weather, which of course is never predictable! In true Bear Grylls fashion, rain won’t stop this adventure, and extra layers are recommended when taking on this activity. The action doesn’t end here, as you’ll have unlimited access to The Bear Grylls Adventure Royal Marines-inspired Assault Course throughout your visit date PLUS some Bear Grylls goodies! Goodies include: A Bear Grylls bamboo T-shirt, firelighter, waterproof pouch and a copy of Bear’s book, Survival Guide for Life, and Mud Sweat and Fears. The perfect souvenirs for your adventure filled day. T&C’s: Guests must be aged 8 or older 8 and 9 year olds must be accompanied on the activity by an adult who also holds a full activity ticket Under 16’s must be accompanied on the day by an adult for check in Winners can contactinfo@beargryllsadventure.com to book in their visit time and date Due to the activities at the attraction, every guest is required to complete a participation form and risk acknowledgment prior to their visit or on entry to the attraction. Guests who do not sign a participation form and risk acknowledgement, or do not comply with any of the terms set out in the participation form and risk acknowledgement or these entry conditions, are prohibited from taking part in activities at the attraction Due to the nature of the activities, pregnant guests are not permitted to take part Final bidders must agree a suitable date to redeem the prize on a specified or mutually convenient date (subject to availability), as agreed with The Bear Grylls Adventure Subject to related government guidelines Experience may not be resold or re-auctioned For full Terms and Conditions of NEC Birmingham, please visit https://www.beargryllsadventure.com/birmingham/tsandcs Donated by: Bear Grylls OBE https://www.beargryllsadventure.com/birmingham

2 Gold Level Tickets to the 2022 GRAMMY Awards® and the After-Party as the Guests of the President of the GRAMMY Museum® Two gold-level tickets and two official after-party tickets to the 2022 GRAMMY Awards® as personal guests of the GRAMMY Museum’s® President, Michael Sticka. You and your guest will experience an unforgettable, star-studded evening with performances from the world’s greatest artists, as the music industry recognises outstanding achievement. The GRAMMY Museum® is a non-profit organisation, dedicated to cultivating a greater understanding of the history and significance of music through exhibitions, education, grants, preservation initiatives, and public programming. Paying tribute to its collective musical heritage, the Museum explores and celebrates all aspects of the art form — from the technology of the recording process to the legends who’ve made lasting marks on our cultural identity. T&C’s Apply: Please read the following terms and conditions as they will be strictly enforced. All sales are final and there will be no refunds. Please bid carefully. The winning bidder must personally utilize the awarded tickets/experience and attend the event or experience with his/her invited guest(s). The winner’s name will be submitted along with his/her guest’s name for fulfilment. Tickets/experience cannot be resold, transferred or re-auctioned. Tickets/experience sold, otherwise transferred or used in violation of this policy shall be deemed revoked and void, and their bearers deemed trespassers at event. No Refund/Replacement for Unused or Lost Tickets. All sales are final. There are no refunds or replacements for unused or lost tickets, and there will be no entrance to the event without a ticket. All tickets must be used for the event and or experience specified on the date specified. Valid for two (2) people Winner must be approved by charity and artist management before final payment will be accepted and the experience fulfilled. While auctioned experience packages may include tickets to events of The National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences, Inc. (“The Recording Academy”) or its affiliated charities, the GRAMMY Museum Foundation and MusiCares (collectively, the “GRAMMY Charities”), all auctions are hosted by the GRAMMY Charities. All tickets to Recording Academy or GRAMMY Charities events that are a part of experience packages are subject to The Recording Academy’s ticket policy provided immediately below (the “Ticket Policy”). 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Delays so caused shall not release winners from their obligations to accept and pay for the items purchased. The winning bidder and his/her guest(s) will be held to a high standard of behaviour. Any misconduct or inappropriate behaviour at any point in time during the experience will be cause for immediate removal from the event and may result in the winning bidder and his/her guest(s) being blocked from any further participation in GRAMMY Charity Online Auctions and/or being refused entry to future GRAMMY events. Tickets and experience packages do not include a meet & greet with any of the artists performing. This package includes only the items/services/opportunities specified within the listing page description above. No additional items/services/opportunities are included. Unless otherwise stated, the location of the tickets will not be released until the winner picks up tickets for entrance into the concert. Tickets are “Gold” level seating, but the exact location and seating within that level is at the sole discretion of The Recording Academy and/or GRAMMY Charities. Gold level seating does not include floor seating or access to floor seating. The winner and his/her guest(s) consent to the conduct of a criminal background check the results of which must be satisfactory to The Recording Academy and/or GRAMMY Charities, in their sole discretion, before tickets to any Recording Academy and/or GRAMMY Charities event will be released to the winner. Cameras and/or personal photography will not be permitted during these experiences. GRAMMY Charities neither warrant nor represent and shall in no way be held responsible for the correctness of description, genuineness, authorship or provenance of condition of the Auction items. 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2003 Ken McIntosh Manx Featherbed Dominator 500cc. Registration number not registered with DVLA. Frame number 07/03. Engine number 78514. When production resumed post-war, Norton?s over-the-counter Manx racer emerged much as it had been in 1939, with single-overhead-camshaft engine, ?square? cylinder head finning, upright gearbox, and plunger-suspended ?garden gate? frame. Only the presence of the Roadholder telescopic front fork readily distinguished the new Manx from its immediate predecessor. 1949 brought the first significant change in engine specification, the Manx gaining a double-overhead-camshaft cylinder head like that enjoyed by the works bikes for many years, but the major development was the arrival of the Featherbed frame for 1951. Works rider Geoff Duke had debuted the Featherbed at Blandford in April 1950, crushing the opposition and setting a new lap record, and the McCandless-designed chassis would enable Norton to remain competitive with the more powerful multi-cylinder opposition for the next few seasons. Today the popularity of the Manx in classic racing remains undiminished, with original examples racing alongside replicas of differing specification produced by specialist manufacturers worldwide. Made to exacting standards and to the same dimensions as the originals, a McIntosh Manx Featherbed replica would compliment any collection or classic race enthusiasts stable. This well raced McIntosh Dominator engined machine was used by East Yorkshire racer Mick Brown, the engine was originally in a genuine Manx frame which Mick purchased from Dick Helm, but sold the frame in the late 70?s. Fast forward into the naughties and with redundancy money, Mick was able to purchase a Ken McIntosh Manx Featherbed to once again hold the Dominator engine. Unfortunately, paperwork has been lost as to the purchase when Mick?s home was flooded. The cataloguer made contact with Ken McIntosh, he was not able to release any records without an invoice, but did say that looking at the photos supplied of the bike that it was one of his frames and that the date of manufacture is on the top face of the top head steady lug at the top of the steering head as per originals. The date stamp on this bike shows that it was born in July 2003. Ken has confirmed that he welds all the frames and his employee Peter, who has worked for him for 36 years, does all the tube fitting and fabrication. The frame supports a 500cc Norton Dominator engine with primary drive being by chain to a close ratio four speed gearbox. To keep the decibels at bay, a Steve Maney two into one high level exhaust is used exiting on the left hand side of the bike. To keep an eye on the horses, an original Smiths Conical racing rev counter is used. The engine breathes through twin Amal Mk1 Concentric carbs, and stopping power is by a Triumph Conical rear hub drum brake, while the front uses a Robinson 4 leading shoe configuration. Unfortunately, the back plates are missing for the front brake. Various Dunstall parts also adorn the bike. Last raced by Mick at Cadwell Park on 1 October 2006, the machine would benefit from an overhaul and usual safety checks to recommission it for racing or classic parade use. Sold with the Historic Racing Certificate from 2006, his competition licence and a 1976 Oliver's Mount race program where his number was 120.

CATTO'S 12YO - 1970s An unusual bottle of Catto's 12 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky which we estimate as being from the 1970's. No strength or capacity statements (approx. 75cl). Level bottom neck. Some marks and wear to labels. 1 bottle.

Property of a distinguished gentleman1924 Vauxhall 30-98 OE-Type Velox TourerRegistration no. NM 5557Chassis no. OE165*Outstandingly original*Full matching numbers*Known ownership history from new*Present ownership since 1968*Restored by Arthur Archer 1978-1988Footnotes:This is a most handsome example of what is considered by many knowledgeable enthusiasts to be the finest British sporting car of the Vintage period. Vauxhall 30-98 adherents will maintain that while Bentley generated greater publicity - thanks largely to their victories at Le Mans - the Vauxhall company (which raced at both Grand Prix and Tourist Trophy level before the Great War) had produced a car which could run rings around 3-Litre Bentleys on cross-country journeys. The 'big engine/lightweight car' formula has been repeated to good effect many times throughout the history of the sporting motor car, and Vauxhall's famous 30-98 was one of its earliest successful applications. As has so often been the case, the spur behind this particular combination was the desire for competition success; the first 30-98 being constructed at the behest of car dealer and motor sport competitor, Joseph Higginson, in 1913. Higginson's first objective was victory in the Shelsley Walsh hill-climb in June of that year, and the Laurence Pomeroy-designed 30-98 duly obliged, setting a hill record in the process which was to stand for fifteen years.Laurence Pomeroy's tenure as Vauxhall's Chief Engineer saw the Luton-based concern produce some of the truly outstanding designs of the Edwardian period, commencing with the 20hp Prince Henry in 1910. A larger version of the Prince Henry's four-cylinder side-valve engine was developed for its successor, the D-Type, which, with some 70bhp on tap, was good for 70mph-plus when not overburdened by formal coachwork. Pomeroy's 30-98 was powered by a 4.5-litre, four-cylinder, side-valve engine - in effect a stretched version of the Prince Henry/D-Type's - mounted in a conventional but lightweight chassis; suspension being by beam axle at the front and live axle at the rear, with semi-elliptic springs all round. Power was transmitted via a multi-plate clutch to a robust four-speed gearbox, and thence via a short prop-shaft to the straight-cut bevel rear axle. The braking system consisted of a foot-operated transmission brake and a handbrake operating on the two rear drums, the front wheels being un-braked.At first glance this unremarkable specification seems an unlikely one for a performance car - even an Edwardian example - but the 30-98's 90bhp-plus power output, combined with a weight of only 24cwt (with the factory-built, four-seater 'Velox' tourer coachwork) gave it a formidable power-to-weight ratio for the time. A fully road-equipped 30-98 was capable of around 85mph, and when stripped for racing the company guaranteed a top-speed in excess of 100mph for the later overhead-valve models, a capability demonstrated at Brooklands on numerous occasions. Only a handful of cars were sold before the outbreak of WWI interrupted production, and when manufacture resumed in 1919, the model was given the designation 'E-Type' - its Prince Henry predecessor having been the 'C' and the 25hp Tourer the 'D'. Manufacture of the E-type ceased in September 1922 after 287 cars had been constructed, there then being a slight hiatus in production before its successor, the overhead-valve 'OE', commenced delivery to customers in early 1923. Despite a reduction in capacity to 4.2 litres, the power of the ohv motor went up to 110bhp-plus, although this increase made little difference to the car's performance.The OE was not to gain front-wheel brakes until late 1923, when a cable system was introduced. This was operated, along with the transmission brake, by the foot pedal, with the linkages and compensating mechanism - the inaccurately-termed 'kidney box' - mounted somewhat untidily in front of the radiator. Hydraulic actuation of the front-wheel and transmission brakes was adopted in 1926. By the time the final batch of OE chassis had been completed in early 1927, there were few customers for the 30-98, the antiquity of the design telling against it when compared to the more refined competition from Bentley and Sunbeam. Total production of OEs numbered 312 cars. While some may argue that the E-Type was the last of the totally Pomeroy-designed cars, and is therefore for the purists, it is the OE that has become more sought after by enthusiasts over the years.This exceptional matching-numbers Vauxhall 30-98 retains its original chassis, axles, steering box, engine, gearbox, and Velox tourer body. 'NM 5557' was first owned by coachbuilders E D Abbott Ltd and was registered to its late owner on 1st August 1968. The Vauxhall was purchased from Chiltern Cars and comes with their sales receipt for the sum of £295. This car's entry in Nic Portway's The 30-98 Vauxhall Centenary Index lists all its owners, the second of whom was Sir Ralph Millais, a descendent of Sir John Everett Millais, the celebrated artist and founder member of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. In 1978 the car was entrusted to Arthur Archer for a complete restoration which occupied the next ten years and cost £55,000 - a colossal sum at that time and not inconsiderable now. The interior was re-trimmed in correct Connolly leather by Barry Lummis in 1987 for £2,500, while new wheels and tyres were supplied by Richard Brothers in 2012 at a cost of £7,000. Maintenance and running notes for the period 2003-2019 are on file.In 2013 'NM 5557' was displayed at Shelsley Walsh for the Vauxhall 30-98 Centenary celebrations, and in 2015 took part in the Gordon Bennett Rally in Ireland. The car comes with a nice history file containing the aforementioned purchase receipt; an old-style continuation logbook (1960); tax discs from the 1960s; expired MoTs; and a V5C Registration Certificate. This is the finest and most correct Vauxhall 30-98 to come to the market in many years. When one considers the recent £1m-plus sales result for a Wensum-bodied car, this Velox tourer represents exceptional value.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Frank Auerbach (British, born 1931)J.Y.M. Seated in the Studio VI 1988 oil on canvas55.9 by 50.8 cm.22 by 20 in.This work was executed in 1988.Footnotes:ProvenanceMarlborough Gallery, London (no. 38919.6)Acquired directly from the above by the present ownerExhibitedBonn, Kunstmuseum; London, Tate Britain, Frank Auerbach, 2015-2016, p. 113, illustrated in colour LiteratureFrank Auerbach and Mel Gooding, Frank Auerbach, Recent Work, London 1990, p. 34, no. 2c, illustrated in black and whiteWilliam Feaver, Frank Auerbach, New York 2009, p. 306, no. 603, illustrated in colourFrank Auerbach's style is inimitable, sensual, studied, and timeless. The ambition of his gesture and profundity of his artistic pursuit cannot be overstated. His sitters have been a constant subject of engagement and experimentation, and for four decades, 'J.Y.M.' – Juliet Yardley Mills – was a central protagonist in the work of the German-born émigré. Depicted here by Auerbach in 1988, J.Y.M. Seated in the Studio VI is a definitive example of the artist's exquisite and accomplished style, selected by Auerbach himself for inclusion in his seminal Tate Britain retrospective in 2015. Auerbach has stood at the vanguard of painterly practice since his emergence in the 1950s, and remains today a period-defining artist who renewed the deep tradition of portrait painting with unrivalled vigour over the course of his career. Born in Berlin in 1931, the artist arrived in Britain a refugee in 1939. Coming of age in the war-torn London of the 1950s, Auerbach emerged alongside Francis Bacon, Lucian Freud, David Hockney and Leon Kossoff as a chief member of, what has popularly been termed, the School of London; a label coined by R.B. Kitaj in the 1970s to describe the preeminent painters of the post-war period in the United Kingdom. In the midst of a close friendship with Freud – who was himself an avid collector of Auerbach's works – the two painters shared an unrelenting fascination with the live sitter. As Freud was so often cited as describing his passion for the flesh and corporeality of his subject, Auerbach instead sought to capture a likeness that evoked the intimacy of his relationship with his human focal point; the materialisation of a psychic image. Placing the realisation of his subject at the heart of his practice, this lifelong project to produce a work of autonomous energy is described by Auerbach as 'a set of sensations of conflicting movements and experiences, which somehow one hopes has congealed or cohered or risen out of the battle into being an image that stands up for itself' (the artist in: 'Frank Auerbach at Tate Britain: Images in Flux,' Jackie Wullschlager, Financial Times, October 16, 2015, online). Across the variegated surface of J.Y.M. Seated in the Studio VI, the luscious coiled peaks of chromium yellow give way to level flourishes of ochre, claret, and deep cerulean blue, amounting to a virtuosic feat of artistry that rends form in passages of sculpted colour. The scrupulous and agile nature of Auerbach's style is never quite so immaculately realised as in the present work, whose curlicues of paint and unambiguous edges generate a forceful image of his sitter as a commanding, statuesque presence. An artist whose use of colour, form, and composition is fearless and original, Auerbach's major retrospective at the Tate Britain in 2015 was a compelling, cumulative vision of an artist striving for a perfect synthesis of the material and metaphysical. Auerbach personally selected the paintings to represent six decades of his career, of which J.Y.M. Seated in the Studio VI was one of them. Writing for the Financial Times, Jackie Wullschlager commented, 'this retrospective at Tate Britain is an exhilarating mix of joy and desperation, architectonic splendour and a rush of fleeting moments [...] Many magnificently memorable images stand up for themselves in this great show' (Ibid.). Few artists will have the honour of a major, career-long survey at the Tate Britain, fewer still in their lifetimes – it is an affirmation of the importance of Auerbach's career and this present work that it should be selected to hang in the U.K.'s premier art museum as a benchmark of his oeuvre. A definitive image of one of his most important sitters, the present work was painted in a period of great accomplishment for Auerbach, winning the prestigious Golden Lion at the Venice Biennale, representing Britain in 1986. An artist of sterling reputation and respect amongst academic, critical and commercial circles, there are few painters whose work is so universally admired. In the raw, freshly applied, impasto surfaces of his most astute works, there is a clarity of vision and feeling that is palpable and electric. Held in museums around the world that includes the Museum of Modern Art, New York, the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, Humlebaek, and the National Gallery of Australia in Canberra, Auerbach remains one of the most prolific and collectible artists currently working. J.Y.M. Seated in the Studio VI is a testament to a truly great painter who has long since earned his place in the canon of art history.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ARAR Goods subject to Artists Resale Right Additional Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Various Instruments, W & S Jones pair of dividers, in fitted case; mid-19th Century Thomas Jones & Sons anodised brass pierced T-square, with paper-pricking needles, in wooden case; Gaiffe electro-medical device, in mahogany case; Short & Mason Tycos aneroid altimeter, 105mm diam., brass coin rocker, in case; George Wadham thermometer, in case; pocket scales, in oval tinned iron case; and Troughton & Sims circular pocket level (a lot)

A Victorian rosewood banjo barometer by S. Spelzini, Hatton Wall, London, complete with spirit level, thermometer, subsidiaries dial, with engraved brass dials (swan neck pediment a/f) (h.104cm x d.31cm)

One of only seven CTR3s built to the desirable Clubsport specification2013 RUF CTR3 Clubsport CoupéChassis no. WO9BM0382DPR06019*Ultra-rare German supercar*Believed the only right-hand drive example*Delivery mileage (46 miles)*Dry stored for its entire life*'As new' conditionFootnotes:'Bottom line. The CTR3 is comfortably the finest Ruf to date. It's also by far and away the best 911 Porsche never made.' – evo.From a tuner and modifier of Porsches, Alois Ruf graduated into automobile manufacturer, being awarded that status in 1981 by the German Automobile Manufacturers Association. The first group of Ruf-designated cars - numbered BTR1, BTR2, and BTR3 - was constructed in the 1980s. Ruf's favoured Porsche 911 was the basis for the trio. The BTR's engine was based on the 3.3-litre Turbo's but displaced 3.4 litres and was fed via a Ruf inter-cooler by an oversize KKK turbocharger. The resulting 369 horsepower was transmitted to the road via a Ruf five-speed gearbox, while the suspension and brakes were of Ruf design also. Finished cars could be purchased either directly from the Ruf factory, or customers could have their own cars converted.Ruf's concept of a super-tuned and upgraded Porsche 911 progressed via the CTR and CTR2, the latter based on the Type 993 model introduced for 1995. Testing one of the first CTRs, Road & Track magazine nicknamed it 'Yellowbird' on account of its striking bright yellow livery, and the name stuck. With a top speed of around 213mph (343km/h), the original CTR held the title of world's fastest production vehicle for many years. The successor CTR2 was based on the Type 993 Porsche 911 Turbo, its 3.6-litre engine tuned by Ruf to produce 520bhp and 505ft/lb of torque, while later versions came with 580 horsepower on tap. Other enhancements included Ruf's own suspension system, bigger brakes, Kevlar body panels, lightweight glass, integral roll cage, redesigned rear wing, and Recaro racing seats with Simpson five-point safety belts. With a recorded top speed of 217mph, the CTR2 was, just like its predecessor, the world's fastest production vehicle at the time of its introduction. Two-wheel and four-wheel drive versions were available.Launched in 2007, the CTR3 gained rave reviews as the most polished, complete car Ruf had ever made. The CTR3 debuted on 13th April that year at Ruf's new factory at the Bahrain International Circuit, the kingdom's ruler, Sheik Salman bin Hamad Al-Khalifa, being the German firm's wealthiest customer. Unlike many previous Rufs, which were closely based on the Porsche 911, the CTR3 is built on a largely bespoke platform developed by Ruf in collaboration with Canadian motor sports specialists Multimatic, who more recently were responsible for manufacturing the new Ford GT. The forward part of the chassis is that of the Porsche 911 GT3 RS, while a tubular sub-frame supports the engine, the latter mid-mounted (as in the Porsche Cayman) rather that at the rear (like a 911). One consequence of the engine's altered position is that although the CTR3 is the same length as a 911, it is longer in the wheelbase by a considerable 274mm (10.8'). The 911's MacPherson strut front suspension was retained and a multi-link arrangement adopted at the rear rather than the customary double wishbones. While undeniably resembling a Porsche from many angles, when parked next to a 911 the CTR3's differences become very clear - most notably its increased width and greatly reduced (by 114mm) height. Boasting leather-trimmed carbon fibre bucket seats, the cabin is necessarily somewhat cosier than that of a 911.Powering the CTR3 was Ruf's Porsche 911-based 3,746cc flat-six twin-turbocharged engine producing 691bhp, which delivered its power to the rear wheels via a six-speed sequential gearbox (with clutch) that eschewed the almost universal shift paddles in favour of a conventional gear lever. Ruf claimed a top speed of 235mph (378km/h) for the CTR3, a stupendous performance reined in by 15' cross-drilled carbon-ceramic brake discs gripped by six-pot callipers. It is also notable as one of the tiny handful of supercars with a power-to-weight ratio exceeding 500bhp/ton, albeit only just (by one horsepower). 'Towering as the Ruf's performance undoubtedly is, its chassis is simply exquisite,' observed evo's tester David Vivian. 'The CTR3 is a car you instinctively trust. It makes fast easy in the same way that a Boxster or Cayman does, stripping away the cause-and-effect concerns that would haunt the nine-tenths 911 pilot. It's gun-it-and-go raised to a supernatural level. Momentum and mass seem perfectly synchronised, the car's potential feels uncannily accessible; there's a tremendous sense of precision and immediacy in everything is does and a wonderful, exploitable balance.'At the 2012 Geneva Motor Show Ruf unveiled the CTR3's replacement: the CTR3 Clubsport. More aggressively styled than the stock CTR3, the Clubsport featured a large fixed carbon rear wing; flared wheelarches to accommodate a wide track; and a new front section with splitter. The Clubsport also featured a revised engine producing a phenomenal 777bhp and 723lb/ft of torque, and could be ordered with an optional seven-speed dual-clutch 'PDK' transmission. Despite its enhanced performance, the more track-focused Clubsport remains as easy to drive and useable as any Porsche, thanks to its combination of original 911 and custom Ruf suspension. It even enjoys the benefit of a front axle lift system. The interior is beautifully finished in leather with carbon fibre detailing, again using a blend of familiar Porsche switchgear and custom Ruf items such as the seats and steering wheel. Around 30 Ruf CTR3s were produced, with a further seven sold in Clubsport specification. This particular Ruf CTR3 Clubsport is believed to be the only right-hand drive example in existence. Built in 2013, it was originally supplied through Ruf Singapore and immediately was put into storage. The car was shipped to the UK in 2017 and again placed immediately into storage, and is now offered for sale with only 46 miles covered from new. As one would expect, the Ruf is in 'as new' condition throughout, representing an exciting acquisition for any significant private collection.Should the vehicle remain in the EU, VAT of 20% will be payable on the hammer price and buyer's premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Offered from the estate of the late Michael Patrick Aiken, MBE1939 Lagonda V12 Drophead CoupéCoachwork by LagondaRegistration no. 324 XUJChassis no. 14069*One of only 189 V12s built*Known ownership history*Restored in the USA in the 1990s*Present ownership since 2007*Professionally maintained with no expense spared*Class winner at Pebble Beach in 1997Footnotes:'In making an evaluation of the better British cars, the Lagonda V12 certainly must be considered an excellent design and one that contributed to raising the state of the art - not forgetting, of course, that it probably should be considered W O Bentley's masterpiece.' - Road & Track, October 1978. A quite remarkable piece of automotive engineering, the W O Bentley-designed Lagonda V12 was one of the outstanding British models of its day and one of the exclusive handful of 1930s road cars that could exceed 100mph in standard tune. Not only that, but the magnificent, 4½-litre, V12 engine produced sufficient torque to endow the car with a walking-pace-to-maximum capability in top gear. Approximately 185 V12s of all types were built before the coming of WW2 prematurely ended production.For Lagonda, the year 1935 had brought with it bankruptcy and rescue, its benefactor being a young solicitor named Alan Good. Good reorganised the company and recruited W O Bentley, by then disillusioned with life at Rolls-Royce, which had acquired Bentley in 1931. Bentley succeeded in refining the muscular, Meadows-engined Lagondas while working on a vastly more-advanced design that many consider the great man's finest.First seen in 1936, the Lagonda V12 did not commence deliveries until 1938 and only 189 had been built before the coming of WW2 ended production. The advanced chassis employed double-wishbone independent front suspension and was available with a varied choice of coachwork, including limousine. Frank Feeley, stylist of Aston Martin's post-war 'DB' cars, was responsible for the elegant factory bodywork. As usual, the short-chassis Rapide roadster provided even more performance.The V12's announcement demonstrated that the revitalised company was very much back in business, an impression Lagonda's decision to enter the 1939 Le Mans 24-Hour Race can only have enhanced. The marque already possessed a creditable Le Mans record, a short-chassis 4½-Litre driven by John Hindmarsh and Luis Fontes having won the endurance classic outright in 1935. In October 1938, Earl Howe had set a new national record by covering 101.5 miles at Brooklands in a single hour, despite having to stop to change a burst tyre.This magnificent achievement, together with other high-speed tests during which the Lagonda V12 had shown complete reliability, indicated that it would be a highly suitable candidate for reviving British prestige at Le Mans. Accordingly, it was decided to enter a two-car team in 1939 with the aim of securing valuable data, and then to mount a full-strength challenge the following year. In the race the two streamlined two-seater Lagondas fared better than expected, Messrs Brackenbury and Dobson finishing in third place with Lords Selsdon and Waleran fourth. Had a less conservative race strategy been employed, then either might have won. By the time the outbreak of war halted production, only 189 of the fabulous cars had been produced; sadly, the V12 was not revived when peace returned.A wonderful example, chassis number '14069' is fitted with the factory's Frank Feeley-designed drophead coupé coachwork, and according to the Lagonda Club was first registered on 31st March 1939. The first owner's name is illegible but the records show that this short-chassis car was supplied finished in jewelescent grey with red leather interior and burr walnut woodwork. The supplying agent was University Motors in London and the Lagonda was first registered as 'MG 6448', a Middlesex mark.The second owner, immediately after WW2, was Eric B Fox of the Fox's Glacier Mints company based in Leicester. Immediately prior to his ownership the Lagonda had been used by the manufacturer in its advertising, appearing in a Lagonda factory magazine, Photo World, dated April 1945 and in an Autocar magazine advertisement in May of that year. These advertisements were captioned thus: 'In Due Course: A new, less expensive and smaller LAGONDA will carry the name into markets hitherto unacquainted with all LAGONDA has signified to discerning motorists for over 40 years'. Why Lagonda chose to use the far from cheap V12 to promote a forthcoming smaller and less expensive model is a mystery.'MG 6448' was last serviced at the factory in 1947 while still in Mr Fox's ownership. The next record is dated 1960 when the car is recorded with one R Nicholson in Kent and a few years later with W G V Hall in Southwest London. Subsequently the Lagonda was exported to the USA, and in 1968 was owned by famous collector Jack Nethercutt. In 1987 Mr Nethercutt sold it to another respected and discerning collector, General William Lyon. The Lagonda was next owned by Pebble Beach Concours Judge, Mark Tuttle, passing in 1993 to William Roberts of Bainbridge Island, Washington State. The latter then commissioned an extensive restoration, with the paint and bodywork entrusted to recognised specialist Walter Johnson of Bainbridge Island, a craftsman with numerous Pebble Beach concours winners to his credit.The engine was fitted with new Jahns pistons, Carrillo con-rods, and Crower camshafts with a modern profile, while the internals were updated for improved performance and reliability. An enthusiastic owner/driver, the then owner made every effort to keep the Lagonda as original in appearance as possible, the only non-original items visible being the dipstick and separate reservoir for the Bijur lubrication system.The interior was re-trimmed throughout with finest American leather, colour matched to the coachwork, while the wood was re-veneered to original specification by a master violin maker, and a new high-quality soft-top made. All the considerable work and expense was rewarded when the Lagonda was awarded 1st Prize in the Open European Classic class at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance in 1997.Since deceased, the present owner, Michael Patrick Aiken MBE, purchased the car in 2007 at the Amelia Island auction. A successful businessman who achieved boardroom-level appointments in the brewing and shipping industries, Michael Aiken was CEO and owner of Wightlink Ferries, and received his MBE in 2013 for services to National Heritage. In his hands since its acquisition in 2007, the Lagonda has been meticulously maintained by recognised specialists including Blakeney Motorsport, Harwoods, BishopGray, etc).W O Bentley's Lagonda V12 is one of the most sophisticated, attractive, and exclusive cars of the pre-war era and this fine example, with its well-chronicled provenance, is an opportunity not to be missed.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1967 Ferrari 330 GTSCoachwork by PininfarinaRegistration no. PHJ 224EChassis no. 10113*Delivered new in Italy*Formerly resident in the USA*Imported into the UK in 2004*Present ownership since 2005Footnotes:Ferrari convertibles have always been produced in considerably smaller numbers than their closed cousins and thus are even more coveted by collectors. In essence a closed version of the 275 GTS, the two-seat 330 GTC debuted at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1966 and was intended to fill a gap in Ferrari's line-up between the four-seat 330 GT 2+2 and the racer-on-the-road 275 GTB. Later that same year the open version - the 330 GT Spider, or GTS - was introduced at the Paris Salon.Beneath the 330's bonnet resided the 4.0-litre, 300bhp version of Ferrari's familiar, two-cam, 60-degree V12, as used in the 330 GT 2+2. The short (2,400mm wheelbase) chassis followed Ferrari's established practice of tying together sturdy oval-section main tubes in a steel spaceframe, while the suspension was independent all round by wishbones and coil springs. First introduced on a road-going Ferrari in 1964 (on the 275 GTB) the rear suspension incorporated the five-speed, all-synchromesh gearbox in the form of a transaxle. Unlike the 275 GTS, the 330 GTS (and 330 GTC) employed the superior torque-tube transmission introduced on the 275 GTB towards the end of 1965.Testing a 330 GTS in 1968, Road & Track magazine found that the fully sorted, all independent, transaxle chassis gave 'a soft, level ride, wonderful adhesion and excellent behaviour. Out on the road, once the driver has the feel of things, he feels he could do almost anything with this car'.Luxuriously equipped in the best Gran Turismo manner, the 330 GTS interior boasted leather seats and electric windows as standard, radio, air conditioning and Borrani wire wheels being the options. With a top speed in excess of 150mph, excellent ride comfort and sure-footed handling, the 330 GTS justified Ferrari's claim that it was the world's finest convertible two-seater. Only 100 were produced by the factory between 1966 and 1968, alongside 600 examples of the 330 GTC Berlinetta.The 38th of its type produced, Ferrari 330 GTS chassis number '10113' was originally finished in Blu Chiaro with Rosso leather interior and matching top, and was equipped with instruments in kilometres and the optional Borrani wire wheels (see Massini Report on file). The car was completed in July 1967 to European specification and delivered to dealer M Gaston Crepaldi in Milan, Italy. Sold by Crepaldi to its first owner, a Mr Domeneghetti, the Ferrari was exported to the USA in the mid-1970s and in 1980 was sold to Laird L Cleaver in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The Massini Report lists various works carried out while the Ferrari was owned by Mr Cleaver, who stored it at his winter home in Utah, unused, between 1989 and 1996 when the engine and transaxle were overhauled by Motion Products Inc of Neenah, Wisconsin.In 1998, '10113' passed to its next private owner, Gary Hornbarrier of Advance, North Carolina, who kept the car for the next three years before selling it to Ferrari collector Michael Westrick of Fort Wayne, Indiana in 2001. Michael Westrick owned the Ferrari until January 2004 when it was sold via dealer Mike Sheehan to Paul Wignall in the UK. Registered as 'PHJ 224E', the Ferrari was re-commissioned by marque specialists TDH Classics (Terry Hoyle) and later in 2004 was fitted with four new shock absorbers (bills on file). Next owner Andrew Fletcher acquired the Ferrari in November 2004, and in December of that year TDH carried out further remedial works and installed inertia-reel seatbelts (bill available). The current vendor (its third owner in the UK) acquired '10113' on 7th December 2005, since when the Ferrari has been maintained by John McAleese in Scotland. Representing a wonderful opportunity to acquire one of the rarest of soft-top V12-engined Ferraris, this beautiful 330 GTS is offered with a current V5C Registration Certificate and a history file of bills and other paperwork.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A tray with various 1950's Hornby Dublo train accessories including two DI level crossings, a 2460 level crossing, single track tunnel, 5020 goods depot (all boxes in light playworn condition and signs of age to boxes)

Surveyor's level, Stanley, Great Turnstile, Holborn, London, 9668, on stand, s/d 

The Avengers: A rare Stormbreaker axe prop used by Thor in Avengers: Infinity War,Marvel Studios, 2018,this version being 1 of only 4 made for the production, the prop axe/hammer head made of resin and hard rubber cast from moulds then painted in silver metallic paint to look like true metal, the handle made of an aluminium core coated in resin and hard rubber then painted in a realistic manner to resemble wood, as used by 'Thor' in Marvel Studios' Avengers: Infinity War (2018), accompanied by a letter concerning the provenance from Marvel Studios, 49in (124cm) long, 21in (53cm) at its widestFootnotes:'In Marvel Studios' Avengers: Infinity War, Thor travels to the star Nidavellir, where he works as a team with Rocket, Groot and the weapon-maker Eitri to create the axe-hammer Stormbreaker to take into battle for the Avengers' valiant efforts to defeat the mighty Thanos.'During Infinity War, because his hammer 'Mjolnir' has been destroyed, Thor ventures to Nidavellir with Rocket and Groot to forge a weapon capable of defeating Thanos. Using his almighty strength, Thor reopens the cage housing the star's heat which is needed to melt the 'Uru' for the axe head. As Thor holds the cage open the Dwarf King Eitri pours the melted 'Uru' into a mould. When a handle is needed for the axe head, Groot quickly entwines his branch arm around the axe head completing the almighty weapon. Now armed with the most powerful weapon of Asgard, Thor uses 'Stormbreaker' in the Battle of Wakanda in Avengers: Infinity War, and five years later during the final battle against Thanos in Avengers: Endgame.This resin/rubber version was used by 'Thor' during running sequences, and sometimes in still shots as an alternative to the heavier aluminium versions most used for promotional/close-up shots. Designed and made via a complex and collaborative process which took approx. 5 months in total, Marvel Studios creatives drew inspiration for the prop from the original 1960's Marvel comic books, whilst focusing on developing an expert level of modernisation, so as to create an innovative new look for this iconic Marvel Studios prop. Once designed, several cardboard cut-outs were created for testing - all in various sizes. When decided on a rough size, a scale model of the axe was then created via CAD and 3D printers, which was again tested, until a final version which was the right size and weight was determined. Avengers: Infinity War (2018) and Avengers: Endgame (2019) were both directed by Joe and Anthony Russo. Avengers: Infinity War was nominated for the 'Special Visual Effects' category at the EE British Academy Film Awards and the Academy Awards® in 2019. After its release Endgame grossed nearly $2.8 billion worldwide, surpassing Avengers: Infinity War's entire theatrical run in just eleven days and breaking numerous box office records, including becoming the highest-grossing film of all time. It too was also nominated for 'Special Visual Effects' at the EE British Academy Film Awards and the Academy Awards® in February 2020.Provenance:Kindly donated by Marvel Studios to BAFTA for this sale, proceeds of which will go towards the Illuminating BAFTA campaign, expanding BAFTA's learning and new talent programme.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Glenmorangie Grand Vintage-1989Bond House No. 1 Collection. Bottled 2017.Bottle number 3758 of 6178. In wooden presentation case. Level: filled to 70 cl. The first limited release in the Bond House No 1 collection. The barley harvest from the previous summer proved problematic for whisky makers in 1990. Sensing its potential, the Distillery nurtured the spirit's rare delicacy for 25 years in carefully selected ex-bourbon casks, with a small parcel in ex-sherry casks.Single malt, 43% volume Glenmorangie Grand Vintage-1990Bond House No. 1 Collection. Bottled 2016.In wooden presentation case. Level: filled to 70 cl. The second limited release in the exclusive Bond House No.1 Vintage Collection. It was created from some of the last spirit to emerge from the Distillery's former still house. Glenmorangie Grand Vintage Malt 1989 comprises select parcels of 1989's spirit, skilfully finished in a handful of highly sought-after casks – the most prestigious of which once contained Côte-Rôtie wines. The resulting expression beautifully balances the subtle finesse of Glenmorangie's spirit with a rare richness and intensity.Single malt, 43% volume Glenmorangie Grand Vintage-1991Bond House No. 1 Collection. Bottled 2018. Distilled and bottled by The Glenmorangie Distillery Coy.Bottle number 2242 of 7551. In wooden presentation case. Level: filled to 70 cl. The spirit, aged for 26 years, takes its rich plum character from two seemingly incongruous wood-finished whiskies. One sweet, spicy parcel finished in oloroso sherry casks is skilfully married with a bold, earthy parcel finished in burgundy casks. They are softened by a hint of whisky aged in new toasted oak, to create a whisky of implausible harmony.Single malt, 43% volume3 bottlesFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

COUNTRY ROCK/ FOLK ROCK/ BLUES ROCK MODERN ISSUE LP COLLECTION. A wonderful selection of around 15 LPs, either classic album reissues or modern albums along that American rock, folk, blues vein. Artist/ titles include Steve Earle & The Dukes - Down At The Club - FM Broadcast Atlanta 1988 (LETV369LP), Justin Townes Earle (x2) inc The Good Life (BS 151 LP) & Nothings Gonna Change The Way You Feel About Me Now (BS193LP), Townes Van Zandt - Austin City Limits (FP11544-1), William Ackerman - Passage (WHSD-C1014), Tony Joe White - S/T (WS 1900), Jimmy Thackery and The Drivers - Trouble Man (GL 101), Delbert McClinton - Live, Seasick Steve & The Level Devils - Cheap, Dave Alvin - Ashgrove, Michael Head & the Red Elastic Band - Adios Senor Pussycat, Heartplay - S/T, James Hunter - The Hard Way, Tommy Castro and the Pain Killers - The Devil You Know, Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes - Live. Condition is generally Vg+ to Ex+ with many the latter/ like new in condition.

4 x old dip ink pens, geometry set plus level, 2 x vintage c1950's fountain pens, a collection of propelling pencils and lead cases

A good quantity of Hornby 'O' gauge 1950's rails, turntables, level crossings etc many in original boxes.

The rare Naval General Service Medal group of six medals to Captain Richard Lockington Birdwood, Indian Army, comprising: Tibet 1903, no clasp (Lieut. R. L. Birdwood S & T Corps.); Naval General Service 1909-62, clasp: Persian Gulf 1909-1914 (CAPT. L. BIRDWOOD. I.A. H.M.S. PELORUS.,), impressed in serif capitals; 1914-15 Star (CAPT. R.L. BIRDWOOD, POL. DEPT.); British War and Victory Medals (CAPT. R.L. BIRDWOOD.); Delhi Durbar 1911, silver, unnamed as issued; mounted in a silver frame engraved with salient details of the recipient's career, medals all about extremely fine or better. Born 7th September 1879; attended Sandhurst; gazetted 2nd Lieutenant 27th July 1898; joined Indian Staff Corps 3rd November 1899; promoted Lieutenant 14th January 1901; served in the Tibet Expedition 1903-04; Promoted Captain 27th July 1907; Assistant Political Agent in the Persian Gulf; served with Indian Expeditionary Force 'D' in Mesopotamia and was killed in action at Basra 17th November 1914. The recipient came from a distinguished family of Indian Army officers, including his brother, Field Marshall Lord William Birdwood of Anzac. He served as assistant to the Gulf Resident Percy Cox from 1912, and BBM records only 14 Army recipients of the N.G.S. with this clasp, He was killed during the first phase of action of the Great War in the Gulf, an attack on Turkish forces near Fao at the mouth of the Shat-el-Arab. The I.E.F. 'D' War Diary for this period notes only one action, successful but costly, as having taken place on the 17th November 1914: "….we advanced 9 miles up the right back, enemy was encountered….entrenched…strength about 4,500 with 12 guns, enemy made determined resistance, his left flank was turned and his entrenchments carried…. I much regret our heavy losses, due to our advance being over open level plain, without cover, and to heavy rain which made surface impossible for rapid movement of men or horses.."

'The Nell Collection'1972 Vanden Plas 1300 PrincessRegistration no. MCH 339KChassis no. VAS2308SSMOdometer Reading: 23,872 MoT Expiry: 05/01/2021 *Part of a deceased estate*Bodywork and paint said to be very good*Automatic transmission *Showing 23,000 milesThe Vanden Plas Princess sat at the top of the BMC/BL ADO16 hierarchy. With Austin, Morris, MG, Riley and Wolseley models buyers had plenty of choice, but the Vanden Plas model moved equipment and refinement levels to another level, drawing on experience of its larger saloons and limousines. This 1972 Princess has vendor-described very good bodywork, dark red paint and glass, while the trim and chrome is given a good rating. Dark blue seats, carpets, dashboard and door cards are reported to be good and the headlining and trim as very good. The engine is reported to be good for starting, running and for presentation and the running gear, including the automatic transmission, is very good, our vendor says. The electrics are said to be very good.Please click the link to view the walkaround video of this lot: click hereTo Schedule a video condition report for this lot please click hereFootnotes:Vendor Score Total: 77/100Bidders should note that the automated 100-point Seller's Assessment is provided by each Seller at the point of consignment using the guidelines below, and is not provided, assessed or verified by Bonhams MPH. Accordingly Customers (Bidders) are on notice that each vehicle is offered 'as is / as seen' subject to the Conditions of Sale for the auction, and Customers (Bidders) are strongly recommended to view the Lot(s) being offered, before bidding, in order to satisfy themselves as to their condition; Bonhams MPH will not entertain disputes over Sellers' Assessments. Key for sellers' assessments:1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very wellEXTERIOR TOTAL: 19/25Body Work: 4Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 3Glass: 4Paint: 4Wheels/Tyres: 4INTERIOR TOTAL: 14/20Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 3Headlining: 4Seats: 3Trim: 4ENGINE TOTAL: 16/20Mechanical components: 4Running: 4Starting: 4Under Bonnet: 4RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 16/20Axles: 4Brakes: 4Gearbox/Clutch: 4Suspension: 4ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 8/10Ancillary components: 4Main components: 4Car History File: 4For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

dating: Third quarter of the 19th Century provenance: Naples, Smooth-bore, octagonal, 18 mm cal. barrels, with brass fore-sight, remains of damask weave, signed 'S. MEROLLA NAPOLI'. Long tangs with broad sight and engraved with leaves. Backward spring locks, slightly engraved and signed 'S. MEROLLA'. Wooden, three-quarters stocks with checkered grips. Iron mounts, engraved with floral motifs. Brown horn-tipped wooden ramrod and tightened, brass and iron cartridge extractor. Salvatore Merolla (second and third quarter of the 19th century) was a gunsmith from Naples, awarded in 1860 for the refined level of workmanship at the Florence Exhibition. See B. Barbiroli: 'Repertorio Storico degli Archibugiari Italiani', page 367. length 35 cm.

Battle of Britain Suite Cover Signed 22 Battle of Britain Pilots, Crew. 1st Oct 1998 In Commemoration of the Battle of Britain Suite date stamp. In Commemoration of The Battle of Britain Suite at the Royal Star & Garter Home for disabled Ex Service Men & Women. Opened by his Royal Highness The Duke of Kent. Picture cachet of Spitfire and Group Captain Douglas Bader visiting the Home in 1945. Personally Signed, hand Signed, by 22 Pilots, Air Gunners all involved in the Battle of Britain. Richard Haine No 25, F, Sqn 4 Sep 1939 First Blenheim fighter patrol of War. Also 600 Sqn Battle of Britain pilot, G Leggett 46 Sqn Battle of Britain fighter Pilot R L Jones 64 & 19 Sqn Battle of Britain fighter pilot W H Hodds 25 Sqn Air Crew Battle of Britain in Bristol Blenheim FIt. Lt. Ludwik A. Martel, VM KW K2, 603 Fighter Sqn. 1940. Battle of Britain. He joined 54 Squadron at Catterick in Mid-September 1940 and moved to 603 Squadron at Hornchurch, Geoffrey Garside Observer 236 Sqn Battle of Britain Sqn Ldr H. M. T. Heron 266 & 46 Sqn Battle of Britain Fighter pilot E B B Smith 610 Sqn Pilot Battle of Britain. WW11 Ace N D Harding Aircrew 29 Sqn Battle of Britain Leopold Heimes Belgian with 235 Sqn in the Battle of Britain fighter pilot. He is the last Belgian who took part in the Battle of Britain with 235 Sqn Coastal Command Air Vice Marshal Bird Wilson 17 Sqn Battle of Britain Fighter Pilot Cyril B. Brown Air Commodore Battle of Britain Fighter pilot 245, 253, 532, Sqn. John Keatings, Air Gunner with 219 Sqn Battle of Britain, A G Russell 43 & 145 Squadrons Battle of Britain fighter. Joined 43 Squadron at Unsworth 28 th September 1940. Alan W Gear 32 Hurricane Sqn, Battle of Britain fighter pilot Plt Off Peter Ayerst who achieved confirmed victories in the Battle of Britain and not eligible for the Battle of Britain Clasp, Sqn Ldr J G P Millard Nos 1 & 242 Squadrons Battle of Britain fighter pilot. J A A Gibson 501 Sqn New Zealander Ace with 12 Victories in Hurricane. Battle of Britain Fighter Pilot, Sqn Ldr T S Pickering 501 Sqn Battle of Britain During head on attack on DO 17 Bomber over London I was shot down by front gunners of the formation aircraft on fire baled out and landed by parachute in the guards depot at Caterham E. G. Parkin, fighter pilot with 501 Sqn, Battle of Britain. Peter Raymond Hairs 501 Sqn Battle of Britain fighter pilot. K. N. T. Lee, 501 Sqn Battle of Britain, Dunkirk pilot WW11 Ace Lee took command of No 123 Squadron, returned to the desert in May 1943. During a low-level attack over the island of Crete his Hurricane was hit by ground fire and the engine failed. He managed to crash land, but was soon captured. Lee was taken to Germany and arrived in a cattle wagon at Stalag Luft III. Learning of the tunnels being dug prior to the Great Escape, he joined the men dispersing the excavated sand from bags suspended inside their trouser legs. Trevor Gray 64 Sqn Battle of Britain fighter pilot. Avis Hearn awarded M M for Bravery during Battle of Britain whilst under stuka attack on poling radar station Aug 1940. H G Whittick 604 Sqn Air Gunner Battle of Britain. Good Condition. All autographed items are genuine hand signed and come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £4.99, EU from £6.99, Rest of World from £8.99.

Bottle of 1989 Chateau Margaux, Premier Gran Crue Classe. French bottle of red wine. Bordeaux Red Blends from Margaux, Bordeaux, France. Base Neck fill. The bottle and label are in good condition. In addition to being profoundly concentrated, its ethereal bouquet of sweet black fruits, cedar, spices, flowers, smoke, and vanilla is remarkably well-formed and intense. In the mouth, there is not a hard edge to this classic wine, which is super-concentrated, soft, silky-textured, and opulent. It displays an opaque ruby/purple color, a compelling bouquet, and exquisite layers of flavors that cascade over the palate without any notion of toughness or coarseness. The acidity is low, although sufficient enough to provide vibrancy and focus. This wine's significant tannin level is remarkably well-concealed by the wealth of fruit. Provenance: Francesco Gittardi. General Coordinator of East and Far East Gucci International, 1960's - 1970's. General Merchandise Buyer, Gucci America 1970's - 1980's. Please note that all sales are final. No refunds will be given under any circumstances.

COGNAC: Prunier & Cie, Cognac Brandy for Soda Water, perhaps 1930s or 1930's, 70 degrees proof, 'First Cognac Brandy ever matured specially for use with plain or mineral water as well as for medicinal purposes', probably 70cl, level low shoulder, cork and foil good, label worn and yellowed, one bottle

1 litre bottle Fratelli Branca Old Brandy, circa 1950's, some loss with level at shoulder

A 1920's Brass spirit Level by Stanley, London, in box, 13'' long x 4''.

SCOTTISH A collection of 14 Scotland v England programmes 1960-1989, 19 Scottish internationals at Under 21 and Schoolboy level plus Scottish League v Irish League 1959 at Rangers , 10 Dundee United Fanzines 1989/90 (The Final Hurdle) and one 2018 Hearts plus 50 tickets from Hibernian (30) and Hearts (15) matches from the 2000's and 5 tickets from Semi Finals at Hampden 1986-2006. Fair to generally good

Gee Bee Toy Castle quantity of plastic soldiers and 1960s-70s Lego, large three level castle, generally G, collection of 1960s-1980s plastic figures including Timpo, Britains (Hong Kong and Deetail), Airfix including large quantity 00 Gauge soldiers, various Subbuteo players and other figures (100's) P-G, together with quantity of 1960'-70's Lego, F-G (qty)

A BOXED PEDIGREE SINDY THREE LEVEL HOUSE, No44570 and boxed Dining Table and Chairs, No44582, both circa 1970's, contents not checked but house appears largely complete and with instructions, Dining Table and Four Chairs are complete but is missing some of the crockery and small accessories, both sets have minor damage and some yellowing to plastic, both boxes complete but damaged (2)

1972 Norton 745cc Commando RoadsterRegistration no. MVA 576LFrame no. 230663Engine no. 20M3S 230663The Commando's vibration-beating Isolastic frame enabled Norton Villiers successfully to prolong the life of their ageing parallel twin. Launched in 1967, with production commencing in 1968, the Commando used the preceding Featherbed-framed Atlas model's 750cc engine and AMC gearbox, and was an instant hit with the motorcycling public, being voted Motor Cycle News 'Machine of the Year' for five consecutive years. It might have been a little down in top speed compared to rivals such as BSA-Triumph's 750cc triples and Honda's CB750 four, but the Commando more than made up for this minor deficiency with superior mid-range torque and steadier handling. New variations on the basic theme soon appeared, commencing in 1969 with the addition of the more sporting, though conventionally styled, 'S' version, complete with high-level exhausts. This was followed in 1970 by the Roadster, which was basically the 'S' with a low-level exhaust system.This Norton Commando 750 Roadster was purchased from a local auction house. Currently displaying a total of 20,593 miles on the odometer, and believed original and un-restored, it requires re-commissioning and would respond well to detailing (the engine turns over). The machine is offered with a V5C Registration Certificate.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1972 Norton 745cc Commando RoadsterRegistration no. KAF 648LFrame no. 235116Engine no. 235116•Restored and extensively upgraded in 2010•Only circa 1,500 miles since completion•Excellent conditionThe Commando's vibration-beating Isolastic frame enabled Norton Villiers successfully to prolong the life of their ageing parallel twin. Launched in 1967, with production commencing in 1968, the Commando used the preceding Featherbed-framed Atlas model's 750cc engine and AMC gearbox, and was an instant hit with the motorcycling public, being voted Motor Cycle News 'Machine of the Year' for five consecutive years. It might have been a little down in top speed compared to rivals such as BSA-Triumph's 750cc triples and Honda's CB750 four, but the Commando more than made up for this minor deficiency with superior mid-range torque and steadier handling. New variations on the basic theme soon appeared, commencing in 1969 with the addition of the more sporting, though conventionally styled, 'S' version, complete with high-level exhausts. This was followed in 1970 by the Roadster, which was basically the 'S' with a low-level exhaust system.This Norton Commando 750 Roadster was restored and upgraded in 2010 and has covered only 1,500 miles since completion, being kept in a dry garage and well looked after. Full details of this most comprehensive restoration are on file together with related bills (inspection recommended). Importantly, one of the most significant upgrades made to the engine during the rebuild was the relocation of the oil scavenge pickup to the back of the crankcases (where it had been prior to 1972 and would be from 1973 onwards) thereby fixing the cause of many engine failures on '72 Commandos. In addition to the engine rebuild, the gearbox was overhauled and a new sleeve gear main bearing and up-rated layshaft roller bearing; the wheels rebuilt with new bearings; the front brake upgraded with a Norvil floating disc and AP Racing calliper; and a new wiring harness installed. New parts fitted are far too numerous to list here (on file) while other noteworthy features include a Suzuki 600 brake master cylinder and a Corbin gel seat (new standard seat included). Run last summer and described by the private vendor as in excellent condition, though needing a new battery, this well sorted and much improved Commando Roadster is offered with a Norvil Motorcycle Company dating certificate; some expired MoTs; a V5C document; technical details of the crankcase conversion; and the aforementioned restoration records. Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1962 Honda CR110 50cc Racing MotorcycleFrame no. CR110-20213Engine no. CR110E-20244•Iconic privateer racing motorcycle•Restored in Italy•Genuine Honda saddle cover'Not only did they epitomise the virtues of a racing motorcycle, being small, light, fast and simple, but they handled wonderfully well, and if properly (and rather expensively) maintained they were remarkably reliable.' – Brian Woolley on the Honda CRs, Directory of Classic Racing Motorcycles. Little more than one year after its breakthrough first success at World Championship level in 1961, Honda made its state-of-the-art Grand Prix technology available to privateers in the form of the 50cc CR110 and 125cc CR93 over-the-counter racers. Like their works equivalents, the 50cc single and 125cc twin employed gear-driven double overhead camshafts and four valves per cylinder, this combination of tiny cylinders and minuscule valves enabling them to rev safely well into five figures, the CR110's maximum power of 8.5bhp arriving at a then stratospheric 13,500rpm. Both models employed a tubular steel frame, devoid of lower rails, to which was attached a conventional set of cycle parts, and while the '50' boasted no fewer than eight gears in the gearbox, the more tractable '125' made do with six. First made available in 1962, the duo immediately achieved a dominance of their respective classes that would last for many years. Only a relative handful of CRs was imported into the UK yet they had a considerable impact on the domestic scene, with many stars of the future, including Bill Ivy, Jim Curry, Rod Scivyer and sidecar champion Chris Vincent, gaining their early experience aboard the diminutive Hondas. We are advised that Giancarlo Morbidelli was able to buy a genuine saddle cover from Honda for this highly original CR110. Restored in Italy, it represents a wonderful opportunity to acquire one of these jewel-like masterpieces, which are highly sought after today by classic racers and collectors alike. The machine is offered with a photocopied parts list (in English).Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: NN If purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, undertaken by Bonhams upon a successful sale, to facilitate the registration of the machine here in the UK.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1962 Honda CR93 125cc Racing MotorcycleFrame no. obscuredEngine no. CR93E-3100112•Iconic privateer racing motorcycle•Restored in Italy•Genuine Honda saddle cover'It was robustly reliable, steered and handled to perfection, was, if anything, over-braked, and would exceed 100mph. At a stroke it made all other 125cc machinery in Britain obsolete. The CR93 was not cheap but it was, quite simply, built to exactly the same high standard as Honda's own racing machinery.' - Brian Woolley, Classic Racer magazine. Just one year after its breakthrough first success at World Championship level in 1961, Honda made its state-of-the-art Grand Prix technology available to privateers in the form of the 50cc CR110 and 125cc CR93 over-the-counter racers. Like their works equivalents, the 50cc single and 125cc twin employed gear-driven double overhead camshafts and four valves per cylinder, this combination of tiny cylinders and minuscule valves enabling them to rev safely well into five figures, the CR93's ceiling being a then stratospheric 13,000rpm with maximum power of 16.5bhp arriving at 11,500 revs. Both models employed a tubular-steel frame, devoid of lower rails, to which was attached a conventional set of cycle parts, and while the 50 boasted no fewer than eight gears in the gearbox, the more tractable 125 made do with six. First made available in 1962, the duo immediately achieved a dominance of their respective classes that would last for many years, and countless stars of the future, including Bill Ivy, Jim Curry, Rod Scivyer and sidecar champion Chris Vincent, gained their early experience aboard the diminutive CRs. Only 40-or-so CR93s were imported into the UK and today they are highly sought after by classic racers and collectors alike. We are advised that Giancarlo Morbidelli was able to buy a genuine saddle cover from Honda for this highly original CR93. Restored in Italy, it represents a wonderful opportunity to acquire one of these jewel-like masterpieces, which are highly sought after today by classic racers and collectors alike. The machine is offered with a photocopied parts list (in English).Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: NN If purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, undertaken by Bonhams upon a successful sale, to facilitate the registration of the machine here in the UK.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

c.1970 Yamaha 350cc TR2 (see text)Frame no. TR2-900402Engine no. R2-000348•Iconic air-cooled Yamaha racer•Yamaha's first 350cc race bike•Already restored when purchasedThe mainstay of 250cc and 350cc class racing at national and international level for many years, the twin-cylinder two-stroke Yamaha well deserved the title of 'privateer's friend'; indeed, without it, grids in these classes would have been depleted in extremis during the 1970s. The 250cc TD2 arrived in 1969, replacing the TD1C, and immediately proved capable of winning Grands Prix. The giant leap forward from the TD1C had been achieved thanks to a comprehensive redesign that saw the engine porting and exhaust system updated, superior Mikuni carburettors adopted, and the chassis, suspension and brakes greatly improved. Looking like a scaled down Manx Norton Featherbed, the TD2's chassis was a development of that used for the RD56 works racer of 1963. Broadly similar as far as its frame and cycle parts were concerned, the 350cc TR2 differed mainly by virtue of its different porting and horizontally-split crankcases, a feature not introduced on the 250 until the arrival of the TD3 in 1972. The first major international success for Yamaha's new production racers came in May 1969 when privateer Kent Andersson won the 250cc race at the German Grand at Hockenheim, an event of enormous importance as it demonstrated that these over-the-counter bikes were capable of winning at the highest level. It is one of Yamaha's most significant classic victories.The result was an upsurge in demand that Yamaha struggle to satisfy, leading to long delays in the delivery of machines to Europe. Kel Carruthers on the works Benelli 'four' denied Kent Anderson the 250cc World Championship in 1969, but the following year the TD2 came good when Rod Gould, riding a works machine entered by Yamaha Motor NV of Holland, took the title. The continued presence of Giacomo Agostini's MV Agusta meant that the TR2 and its successors had more of a fight on their hands in 350cc Grands Prix, but in 1972 Don Emde, riding a TR2B, won the prestigious Daytona 200 outright, defeating a field of larger-capacity machines.This Yamaha racer had already been restored when it was acquired for the Morbidelli Museum. It should be noted that the frame number prefix should be 'R3', not 'TR2', and that the engine number should match the frame number (the TR2 sequence commenced at 'R3-900101'). Sold strictly as viewed. Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: NN If purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, undertaken by Bonhams upon a successful sale, to facilitate the registration of the machine here in the UK.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Surveyor's level, Stanley, Great Turnstile, Holborn, London, 9668, on stand, s/d 

A 1950's TIMOR 9CT GOLD GENT'S WRISTWATCH On a leather strap, round white dial, Arabic numerals, mechanical crown winding seventeen jewel level movement, case size 36mm, case side marked 375, gross weight including movement approx. 27g

Edinburgh 1912, the circular bowl with applied silver disc engraved 'SCUAB AST' for drink up, the three lugs each collet set with a faceted amethyst; together with another marked WD&Co, S, 925(9.3cm, 12cm across lugs) Note: The name of William Dunningham & Co was a long established Aberdeen firm, first recorded as early as 1871 and with his own shop in Aberdeen’s Union Street by 1892. They worked continually as Jewellers & Silversmiths until 1957. While they had a wide range of wares the majority of their work catered for the booming tourist trade in the North of Scotland created from the continued interest in Balmoral and the Royal family. While they produced various items of silver jewellery, granite mounted wares and highland dress, their most prolific and recognisable products were those made from silver mounted horn. There has long been a tradition that the horn was sourced from the Aberdeen Comb Works where large quantities would have been used. This local natural product would be turned into a large range of wares including porridge bowls and spoons, tankards and stacking beakers and at the higher level of the range, additionally mounted with gemstones, quaichs, snuff boxes and napkin rings.

CLASSIC SOUL - LPs. More essential LPs with this collection of around another 52 x LPs. Artists/titles include Dobie Gray - Midnight Diamond, Faith Hope & Charity - Life Goes On (RS 1069), Graham Central Station, McFadden & Whitehead, Cheryl Lynn, Tommy Hunt inc. A Sign Of The Times, Alvin Robinson - Shine On, Level One - Shake, The Imperials - Who's Gonna Love Me (PXL 029), Numarx - Our Time Has Come, The Hues Corporation, LTD - Shine On, Rikki Patric - Breakpoint, The Persuasions - Street Corner Symphony, Nia Peeples, Suzy Q, Arpeggio - Breakout, The Friends Of Distinction - Whatever, Blacksmoke, Kathi Baker - Feel The Heat, Quazar - S/T (ARTY 157), Yvonne Gage, Chuckii Booker, Manchild, Cruzados, Norma Jean, Teena Marie, Gregory Abbott and Janice Hoyte.

1958 Earls Court Motor Show Launch car and bought new by Jazz legend Chris Barber1958 Earls Court Motor Show launch car. Registered initially as CB 23Bought new by Jazz Legend Chris Barber. Extensively raced in top level International Sports Car racing 1958 – 1963Class Winner: 1963 Tourist Trophy, GoodwoodRecently emerged from a top quality, very exacting restoration as an historic racing car for Channel 4's ‘For the Love of Cars’Stored for many years prior to its restoration commencing in early 2016Restoration carried out by renowned engineer and Wheeler Dealers presenter, Ant AnsteadLotus Elite 1009 represents a unique proposition for buyers wanting to race in top-level historic motor sport or add to a stable of historically interesting cars. Its history and provenance make this Elite one of the most famous in the world and mean it would be welcome at any prestigious historic race meeting or show, worldwide. Not only is it the first Elite produced as a production vehicle for sale rather than a pre-production prototype as the previous eight were, but it was originally purchased by one of Colin Chapman's favoured customers and friends, jazz legend Chris Barber, a man whose music was influential in the British Blues and Jazz scene of the 1950s and 1960s and whose band was behind the UK's first Rock'n'Roll record, 'Rock Island Line' by Lonnie Donegan. Barber entered and raced the car extensively for 5 seasons in top-level international sports car racing in the UK and Europe including the Nürburgring, Spa and Zandvoort.During this period it was driven regularly by Sir John Whitmore, the 'Racing Baronet', who famously broke the class lap record at Spa using CB23 while on his way to class victory in the Grand Prix GT Support Race of 1962. Other notable drivers who drove the car include Mike Beckwith and Bob Olthoff as well as Chris Barber himself. The Lotus Elite was debuted at the 1957 Earls Court Motor Show and caused an absolute sensation, the star of the show. The fact it was also made entirely from the new wonder material, glass fibre, simply added to the Elite's aura of other-worldliness. Chapman, however, was obsessed by efficiency and in a car, whether road or race, that meant light weight and low drag. The Elite had a CD figure of 0.29, remarkable now let alone in 1958, and utilised the maximum amount of energy then possible from every ounce of petrol it consumed; amazingly it was capable of returning around 40mpg even when touring at 80 plus mph! Chapman saw the fibreglass monocoque as a way of achieving this without the need for expensive tooling, which he simply could not afford. Though still a young man, he was just 29 when the Elite was launched, Chapman was not in awe of more established companies or designers; indeed he relished looking at the basic problem of making a car go as fast as possible over a given distance with completely fresh eyes. He was also very ambitious and saw that if he wanted to grow Lotus into a serious force in racing he had to follow Enzo Ferrari's model of making road cars which paid for the racing. His first attempt, the Six, was a successful but basic car and by 1956 he had ideas about producing a small upmarket GT car with serious performance using the Coventry Climax engine he was so familiar with from racing. He gathered together his small army of young volunteers, who often worked for beer and sandwiches just to be part of a world-beating racing car company, for this exciting new project. Frank Costin looked at the aerodynamics of Peter Kirwan-Taylor's overall shape, while friends from the Ford Motor Company design office, John Frayling, Peter Cambridge and Ron Hickman, did the detail work on the interior and other aspects. The aim, to produce a coupe that could be used on the road for touring and also race at Le Mans was very ambitious, but the young team more than achieved it. Chapman's own suspension design, softly sprung yet firmly damped, all independent by wishbones at the front and Chapman struts at the rear, gave the Elite fantastically predictable handling while the brakes, all disc but fitted inboard at the rear to reduce unsprung weight, proved more than able to cope with stopping this lightweight gem. The successful Lotus 12 racer also contributed its wheelbase and track. Lotus' groundbreaking fibreglass monocoque was initially developed away from their own workforce for secrecy by Peter Frayling and 21-year-old assistant Albert Adams. The first Elite bodyshell was 'cast' on Saturday, August 31st 1957 and that day Chapman took the decision to debut the car at the Earls Court Show in October 1957. Remarkably the team made that deadline but then had to develop the car into something which worked reliably and could be produced efficiently.This car is the first customer car, chassis #1009 and would be finished in October 1958, just in time to be displayed at the Motor Show alongside the last prototype, 1008. It was then fine tuned before being officially sold to Chris Barber, and entered in the Lotus' Cars ledger on 31/12/1958. Barber, though, had already raced the car as the owner on the 26th of December, Boxing Day, Brands Hatch Sports Car race, so it seems likely the ledger entry was made on the day the factory returned to work following the Christmas break. By the time Elite production ceased in September 1963, 1030 examples had been made and Lotus had developed from a company unheard of outside of UK club racing to one of the most famous racing teams in the world. They were about to be crowned F1 World Champions for the first time with Jim Clark, and were seen as established world players in road car manufacture with a mature market presence in the USA and elsewhere. The Elite played a big part in this remarkable feat of automotive industrial growth. It was Lotus' first 'grown-up', credible road car and laid down the foundations of the Lotus business that still exists today. Lotus Elite 1009 has undergone a very high quality nut and bolt restoration by renowned restorer and engineer, Ant Anstead, as a racing car, and is not currently road registered. The restoration was filmed for the 'For the Love of Cars' series which has been so successful worldwide, something which can only add to this car's remarkable provenance. It also has the latest current FIA HTP papers (Period E- 1947-1961 which are valid until 31-12-2026) and is thus eligible for all International events. Offered in pristine condition from our private vendor who has owned the car since Silverstone Auctions first sold it in 2016, but has never used it ~ this Lotus Elite Type 14 Mk1 presents a unique opportunity for collectors and racers alike.You can now book a one to one appointment (up to one hour) to view this lot at our central location between 16th and 30th July. Please contact Nick Whale on 07831 440 158 / nick@silverstoneauctions.com to secure your appointment or to discuss the car in more detail. The health and safety of both our customers and team remains the utmost priority, we are therefore operating to strict COVID-19 guidelines and full instructions for arrival and inspection protocols will be given when making your appointment.Full restoration details can be found hereSpecification:Registration: N/AYear: 1958Make: LotusModel: EliteChassis Number: MYH/1009P

A stunning, UK right-hand drive, AFN Supplied SWB 2.0 S CoupeBelieved to be the first sold and registered right-hand drive 1968 M/Y 'S'Twin Weber 40IDS carbs and a higher compression ratio resulted in 160bhpRemaining with its first owner until 2000, some 33 years and only three recorded keepers sinceSympathetic restoration carried out to the highest level utilising all factory parts as requiredComplete engine rebuild by Francis Tuthill with minimal use sinceStill retains its original Elephant Hide seatsOriginal registration number - OUW 6F - has been reassignedThe 1967/68 'O-Series' 911S was the first of five decades of more powerful developments of the one that started it all, the 911 2.0-litre from 1964. #11800138 (OUW 6F) was manufactured on 17/8/1967 and is the 138th 911'S' off the production line. It's believed to be one of just two right-hand drive 911S models that were delivered to AFN as the first of the 1968 model year. One of the two became the AFN demonstrator with this particular example being sold to a Mr Berry of Market Harborough and is probably the first UK sold and registered, right-hand drive 1968 'S'. It remained in his ownership until 2000 when it was sold at auction and it has been enjoyed by just three recorded keepers since. During Mr Berry's ownership, the Porsche underwent a colour change to red from its original Ivory White and in the hands of its second owner it was treated to a complete engine rebuild by Francis Tuthill and the associated invoice remains in the history file. From this point, things moved forward and whilst with its third owner a sympathetic restoration commenced. The 'S' was stripped to a bare shell and rebuilt from the ground up utilising as many of the original parts as possible. New front wings, door skins, front panel and sills were replaced - all acquired through Porsche before the shell was once again refinished back to its original factory shade. The interior was retrimmed where required however the original Elephant Hide Seats were saved, it was also noted at this time that the dash top signature and VIN number were still in place as it left the factory in 1967 such was the originality! The engine, gearbox and running gear were all refurbished and detailed before being refitted.This particular 911S is thought to be as close as you will find, to being as it rolled off the production line some fifty-three years ago and comes complete with a full photographic record of the rejuvenation, Porsche Certificate of Authenticity, various invoices and an original, but snapped, key!An opportunity then to tick that box and acquire what must surely be one of the best early 2.0S 911s on the market today.This car has formed part of a significant collection for the past few years. In preparation for the sale, the engine will be flushed, filled with fresh oil and a new filter fitted, the fuel tank drained, flushed and filled with 20 litres of fuel, fitted with a new battery and issued with a fresh MOT Certificate. A safety check will also be carried out along with an inspection report included in the history file.You can now book a one to one appointment (up to one hour) to view this lot at our central location between 16th and 30th July. Please contact Charles Smalley on 07421 007 866 / charles@silverstoneauctions.com to secure your appointment or to discuss the car in more detail. The health and safety of both our customers and team remains the utmost priority, we are therefore operating to strict COVID-19 guidelines and full instructions for arrival and inspection protocols will be given when making your appointment.Click here for more informationSpecification:Registration: TBCYear: 1967Make: PorscheModel: 2.0 'S' SWB CoupeRHD/LHD: RHDChassis Number: 11800138Odometer Reading: 17 milesEngine Capacity: 1991Engine Number: 4080156Body Colour: Light IvoryInterior Colour: Black

Fully restored by a highly respected Porsche specialist and must rank as one of best availableThe 911 S represented the pinnacle of Porsche's Sportscar programme in the early 1970's2341cc, 193bhp, 0-60 in 6.6 seconds and 140mph. Impressive 47 years agoTotal restoration carried out some years ago to a standard rarely achievedFull photographic record of the rebuildFinished in its original shade of Silver Metallic with a contrasting Black interiorAccompanied by its Porsche Certificate of Authenticity, book pack and spare keysThis, left-hand drive, 911 S Coupe is one of the final F-Series cars and must rank as one of best availableThe above detailed Silver LHD Porsche 2.4s lived for many years in Greece before arriving in the UK in 2013. Prior to its arrival, a restoration had been completed to the very highest of standards including a complete body strip to a bare shell. Looking through the accompanying photographs of the rebuild it is clearly evident that the level of fit and finish is a credit to the skill and professionalism of the artisans who completed the project, resulting in one of, if not the best 2.4S available on the market today. All mechanical aspects of the vehicle were also attended to including a thorough engine rebuild, again shown in the photographic record, together with all ancillary components receiving attention along the way. Upon arrival in the UK the new owner proceeded to attend to the interior which had remained original but was not reaching his exacting standards, with that in mind a retrim was recommissioned utilising a pair of recreated Sport R seats which are exactly correct for the year of the car, trimmed to the original specification and fitted by Tonbridge Porsche Centre, now looking resplendent, finally finishing the exacting restoration to a standard rarely achieved. A full carpet set had previously been installed by Autofarm.The car comes complete with its Porsche Certificate of Authenticity, Book Pack, numerous invoices and the aforementioned photographic record of the detailed restoration.This car has formed part of a significant collection for the past few years. In preparation for the sale, the engine will be flushed, filled with fresh oil and a new filter fitted, the fuel tank drained, flushed and filled with 20 litres of fuel, fitted with a new battery and issued with a fresh MOT Certificate. A safety check will also be carried out along with an inspection report included in the history file.You can now book a one to one appointment (up to one hour) to view this lot at our central location between 16th and 30th July. Please contact Charles Smalley on 07421 007 866 / charles@silverstoneauctions.com to secure your appointment or to discuss the car in more detail. The health and safety of both our customers and team remains the utmost priority, we are therefore operating to strict COVID-19 guidelines and full instructions for arrival and inspection protocols will be given when making your appointment.Click here for more informationSpecification:Registration: FWY 65LYear: 1973Make: PorscheModel: 911 2.4 S CoupeRHD/LHD: LHDChassis Number: 9113300921Odometer Reading: 1014 milesEngine Capacity: 2400Engine Number: 6331432Body Colour: SilverInterior Colour: Black

Arguably, the Carrera S is the most desirable of 993s. FSH and just a single (titled) owner from new.Just a single (titled) owner from new, Porsche servicing up to 62,000 miles and regular servicing thereafter£6,000 spent at Porsche Centre Solihull in 2016In fine mechanical health and in very good, commensurate condition for age/mileageStriking Zenith Blue Metallic paint, contrasting favourably with the Grey leather interiorThe two-wheel-drive Carrera S has the Turbo's widebody stance with Turbo style wheels and lowered suspension1 of 344 UK/right-hand drive C2S models. Just 93 of these with the Tiptronic S gearboxA later model with the Varioram induction system making 210bhp from its 3.6-litre engine. 0-62mph in 6.4 seconds and 165mphThe 993 was the final generation of air-cooled 911s, and as such will always have a special place in the affections of Porsche enthusiasts. It is also widely said to be the last of the 911s that were built at a time when engineering standards overruled accounting concerns at Porsche. The model was launched in the autumn of 1994 and was claimed to be 80% new and twenty-five years on, it still looks modern - a truly timeless design.The bodywork was altogether more curvaceous, with a number of new panels and the overall look was much smoother and more integrated. Importantly, this new style still was still every inch a 911 in the traditional manner, with the profiles of the doors and rear quarter windows remaining unchanged from that time-honoured shape. The biggest change under the skin was the new multi-link rear suspension, giving greater driver confidence, less road noise and supreme ride quality. Designed to give a level of passive rear-wheel steering (the 'Weissach effect'), thus controlling the way the suspension behaved under cornering, braking and acceleration, it transformed the 911. It was also the first 911 to be equipped with power steering and an advanced ABS system. The 993 uses essentially the same 3.6-litre engine found in the outgoing 964, mated to a development of the worthy G50 gearbox, but now with six forward gears. In August 1995, the Varioram induction system was introduced helping to boost power to 285bhp, which was enough to propel the slippery 993 to a top speed of close to 170mph with acceleration to match.The car presented here is a C16 (UK-supplied) 1997 Porsche 911 (993) Carrera 2 S, being one of 344 such examples, just 93 of these were fitted with the Tiptronic S gearbox. Finished in one of the best colours for a 993, Zenith Blue Metallic, this car was delivered new via Porsche Centre Sutton Coldfield and was subsequently serviced by them from 1997 up to 2002 and 62,000 miles. For unknown reasons, this well-maintained 993 was then put into storage for approximately six years. Upon its exit, it was deemed special enough to go with its owner, a Mr Edward Fitzpatrick, to Cologny, an area in Geneva, Switzerland. In 2010, at 77,200 miles, he treated the car to £8,000 worth of work with Classica Motors S.A.In 2014, Mr Fitzpatrick and the Porsche returned to the UK, now with 81,348 miles, and was serviced at a cost of £2,320. More recently, at Porsche Centre Solihull the car received attention to the suspension, including new front and rear shocks, plus some other remedial work, costing almost £6,000. With such diligent ownership, this 993 is a mechanically healthy and shows just some minor cosmetic wear is only a few areas, wholly commensurate with its mileage.An opportunity to own one of the best of the last generation of air-cooled Porsches, this 911 is ready for immediate use.You can now book a one to one appointment (up to one hour) to view this lot at our central location between 16th and 30th July. Please contact Joe Watts on 07779 082 707 / joe@silverstoneauctions.com to secure your appointment or to discuss the car in more detail. The health and safety of both our customers and team remains the utmost priority, we are therefore operating to strict COVID-19 guidelines and full instructions for arrival and inspection protocols will be given when making your appointment.Click here for more informationSpecification:Registration: P151 NOGYear: 1997Make: PorscheModel: 911 (993) Carrera 2S Tiptronic SRHD/LHD: RHDChassis Number: WPOZZZ99ZVS314729Odometer Reading: 94000 milesEngine Capacity: 3600Engine Number: 63V52396Body Colour: Zenith Blue MetallicInterior Colour: Grey leather

AFTER LAURENCE S LOWRY (1887-1976) "Level crossing with LNER steam train", colour print, framed

1999 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMGRegistration no. T299 ROUChassis no. WDB2020332F798856Odometer Reading: 152,500MoT Expiry: 10/11/2020 *High-level specification including orthopedic front seats and xenon headlights*Owned by vendor for 11 years*New Michelin tyres and dics/pads within last 3000 miles The C43 was Mercedes-Benz' junior super-saloon, a small-yet-mighty stealth offering punching performance-wise way above that its size might have suggested. This example has been owned by the vendor for the last 11 years (during which 17,500 miles have been covered) and comes to market with very good metallic silver paint and bodywork, the latter showing good panel fit and the bumpers seemingly devoid of scratches and knocks. The two-tone (black and leather) interior is said to be very good and displays no signs of neglect or passenger carelessness, the door cards and dashboard being equally good. Our vendor reports the engine being very good for starting and running but the engine bay leaves scope for light cosmetics. Running gear is said to be excellent. History is described as good, the car being serviced by Mercedes-Benz to 121,000 miles and by independent workshops since then. This compact super-saloon comes with a good service history and has had new Michelin tyres as well as new discs and pads within the last 3000 miles.Footnotes:Vendor Score Total: 84/100Bidders should note that the automated 100-point Seller's Assessment is provided by each Seller at the point of consignment using the guidelines below, and is not provided, assessed or verified by Bonhams MPH. Accordingly Customers (Bidders) are on notice that each vehicle is offered 'as is / as seen' subject to the Conditions of Sale for the auction, and Customers (Bidders) are strongly recommended to view the Lot(s) being offered, before bidding, in order to satisfy themselves as to their condition; Bonhams MPH will not entertain disputes over Sellers' Assessments. Key for sellers' assessments:1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very wellEXTERIOR TOTAL: 20/25Body Work: 4Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 4Glass: 4Paint: 4Wheels/Tyres: 4INTERIOR TOTAL: 16/20Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 4Headlining: 4Seats: 4Trim: 4ENGINE TOTAL: 15/20Mechanical components: 4Running: 4Starting: 4Under Bonnet: 3RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 20/20Axles: 5Brakes: 5Gearbox/Clutch: 5Suspension: 5ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 10/10Ancillary components: 5Main components: 5Car History File: 3For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

2002 Porsche 911 Turbo Type 996 CoupéRegistration no. HG52 BPZChassis no. WP0ZZZ99Z35680569*Delivered new in the UK*Full Porsche main dealer service history*Substantial recent bills of in excess of £18,000*Supercar performance Offering supercar performance in a compact and practical package, the turbocharged version of the Type 996 first appeared in 2000. Boasting four-wheel drive as standard, the new 996 Turbo was a thoroughly sophisticated and competent all-weather supercar, and although it went out of production in 2005, in day-to-day driving is still as quick as anything on the road. Although the Turbo is water-cooled, its engine is not the same as that of the regular 996. The Turbo's 3.6-litre Mezger engine can trace its ancestry back to the old air-cooled units and is directly related, not only to the 996 GT3, but also the GT1 racer. This engine has proved virtually bullet-proof and the stock 420bhp can be increased to 500bhp with confidence.The 2002 model, sometimes known as the Mark 2, also saw body revisions that increased stiffness, improving handling and crash safety. In 2002, the Turbo was offered with an 'X50' option that included larger turbochargers (K24) and inter-coolers, a revised ECU and exhaust that raised output to 450 horsepower. Other features introduced in 2002 were a glove box, centre-mounted cup holders, an optional Bose stereo, and rain-sensing wipers. Mid-range punch is the 996 Turbo's forte, and while 420bhp might not be a headline power figure today, it still feels seriously rapid. According to the vendor, the chassis and brakes are a perfect match for the engine's performance while the ride is taught but retains enough suppleness for long journeys to be completed in comfort. Both grip and traction are described as incredibly strong, promoting a feeling of supreme confidence.This fine example is definitely one for the purists: a driver's car with no cruise control, satnav or parking sensors. The car is finished in the signature 996 Turbo Arctic Silver with black leather interior and Porsche-crested headrests. It was delivered through Porsche Centre Bournemouth on 1st November 2002 and has a full Porsche Bournemouth service history. It presents beautifully today with an indicated mileage of just over 72,000 and has been appropriately serviced annually from 22/10/2003 at 3,833 miles to 16/11/2018 at 71,880 miles (15 services in total). Brake fluid changes have been made at regular intervals, on the most recent occasion at 71,880 miles.Few, if any, modem cars can offer supercar performance at this price level while at the same time offering Porsche's legendary dependability.Footnotes:Vendor Score Total: 80/100Bidders should note that the automated 100-point Seller's Assessment is provided by each Seller at the point of consignment using the guidelines below, and is not provided, assessed or verified by Bonhams MPH. Accordingly Customers (Bidders) are on notice that each vehicle is offered 'as is / as seen' subject to the Conditions of Sale for the auction, and Customers (Bidders) are strongly recommended to view the Lot(s) being offered, before bidding, in order to satisfy themselves as to their condition; Bonhams MPH will not entertain disputes over Sellers' Assessments. Key for sellers' assessments:1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very wellEXTERIOR TOTAL: 20/25Body Work: 4Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 4Glass: 4Paint: 4Wheels/Tyres: 4INTERIOR TOTAL: 16/20Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 4Headlining: 4Seats: 4Trim: 4ENGINE TOTAL: 16/20Mechanical components: 4Running: 4Starting: 4Under Bonnet: 4RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 16/20Axles: 4Brakes: 4Gearbox/Clutch: 4Suspension: 4ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 8/10Ancillary components: 4Main components: 4Car History File: 4For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

JUNG CARL: (1875-1961) Swiss Psychiatrist and Psychotherapist who founded analytical psychology. An interesting T.L.S., C.G. Jung, one page, 4to, Zurich, 4th March 1954, on his personal printed stationery, to Henri Corbiere, in French. Jung responds to his correspondent´s questions and refers to Albert Einstein,  stating `Because Mr. Einstein is a top-level Physician and Mathematician, I do not consider myself competent at all to judge him within his own field. No sense that I repeat the general opinion about him. You had better ask his closer colleagues,  for example Prof. Dr. P. Scherrer… Prof. Dr. Peter Preiswerk -Vischer… Prof. Dr. W. Pauli...´ further adding `I met Mr. Einstein when he was in Zurich; I had the great luck of discussing with him the origins of his theory of relativity. Because I am not a Physician, or Mathematician, I wasn´t able to follow the evolution of his mathematical theory which seems to me too difficult to understand.´ Jung concludes with an important observation on Einstein´s religious beliefs, `I do not know if it is true that Mr. Einstein said he could not believe that God was playing dice at the time he created the world…´ With some very minor creasing to the edges, otherwise VG

AN S. SMITH AND SON LIMITED MILITARY ISSUE KEYLESS LEVEL NICKEL CHRONOSCOPE STOP WATCH WITH SWISS MOVEMENT, CASE BACK ENGRAVED GOVERNMENT PROPERTY BROAD ARROW MARK AND No 252-81, 58MM, EARLY 20TH C Slight wear and minor dent on case back but in good condition and working order, enamel dial undamaged

CHINESE HANDWRITTEN LETTER FROM THE COMMUNIST REVOLUTION PERIOD A PRE-PRINTED CHINESE DOCUMENT CONTAINING A BRUSH WRITTEN CHINESE COMMUNICATION. THE DOCUMENT PROBABLY DATES FROM EARLY IN THE 1950'S SHORTLY AFTER THE FOUNDING OF THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA. THE BRUSH WRITTEN LETTER IS ADDRESSED TO THE WRITER'S YOUNGER SIBLINGS - A BROTHER AND A SISTER. THE WRITER IS A DOCTOR OR OFFICIAL WORKING IN A BUILDINGTHAT CARES FOR YOUNG CHILDREN. THIS INSTITUTION APPEARS TO BE CALLED THE HOUSE OF HAPPINESS, HE THANKS HIS SIBLINGS FOR SENDING SO MANY EXTREMELY USEFUL AND BEAUTIFUL PRESENTS TO THE INSTITUTION. HE RELATES HOW EVERY SMALL CHILD ON ARRIVING INSIDE THE HOUSE OF HAPPINESS RECEIVES MEDICAL CARE (A CHECK UP) BY ONE OF THE STAFF. MOREOVER, THE" CHILDREN ENJOY SEEING (WOMAN) DOCTOR CHEN AND MYSELF". THE WRITER MANY THANKS FOR RECEIVING A BEAUTIFUL THREE LEGGED INCENSE BURNER (DING). HE ENDS HIS LETTER WISHING HIS SIBLINGS HAPPINESS AND CONTENTMENT. THE MEANING OF THE RED-PRINTED HEADER TO THE TOP AND SIDES OF THE ABOVE LETTER: ... SINCE ITS START FORTY YEARS AGO, THE REVOLUTION'S PROGRAMME/ AIMS HAVE BEEN TO RAISE CHINA'S PEOPLE TO A STATUS OF EQUALITY. THIS AIM HAS TO IMPROVE THE PEOPLE'S HEALTH/WELL BEING EXTENDING IT TO PEOPLE THROUGHOUT THE WORLD. "OUR MINORITIES" ALSO NEED TO WORK COLLLECTIVELY FOR THIS GOAL. THE SECOND PARAGRAPH, OF THE RED PRINT STATES THAT THE REVOLUTION IS AS YET UNFINISHED AND STILL IN PROGRESS. IT MAKES REFERENCE TO THE FIRST PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC ESTABLISHED IN 1912, SUN YAT-SEN AND HIS ENUNCIATION OF THE THREE PRINCIPLES OF THE PEOPLE WITH THEIR AIM OF RAISING THE LEVEL OF THE PEOPLE. RED PRINT TO THE LEFT SIDE OF THE DOCUMENT URGES COMRADES TO STRIVE. TO THE RIGHT THE RUBRIC STATES THAT THE REVOLUTION IS STILL UNFINISHED. THE RED PRINT CHARACTERS ARE STANDARD CLERICAL SCRIPT AND NOT SIMPLIFIED CHARACTERS INTRODUCED LATER IN THE PRC TO AID THE SPREAD OF LITERACY. IN ACCEPTABLE CONDITION App.size: 20.5cm x 28cm

Approx 40 Pop and Rock LPs from the 1980s to include Smiths, R.E.M, U2 etc Heaven 17 - How men areBig Country - The SeerLevel 42 - Staring at the SunNik Kershaw - The RiddleHuman league - DareStranglers - LiveLene Lovich - Lucky Number 12" x 2Ultravox - MonumentU2 - Wide Awake in AmericaOne World One VoiceMartha and the Muffins - Metro MusicLL Cool J - RadioErasure - The InnocentsHeaven 17 - Pleasure OneSpear of Destiny - World ServiceREM - DocumentBig Country - Peace in Our TimeBangles Different LightThe Smiths - The Queen is DeadDiscotrax Bangles - All over the placeDonna Summer - Another Place and TimeDuran Duran - RioHuman League - S/tSerious 1 Gary Numan - Pleasure PrincipleDonna Summer - s/tThe High - Somewhere SoonPat Banton - Wize UpJoyce Sims - Come into my lifeBVSMP - I need you 12"OMD - Dazzle ShipsOMD - OMDEurythmics - In the GardenIce T - Rhyme PaysSimple Minds - Sparkle in the sunThompson Twins - Into the GapWhitney Houston - I wanna dance 12"Taylor Dayne - Tell it to my HeartPat Benatar - Wide awake in DreamlandDisposable heroes of Hyphoprisy - Hypocrisy is the greatest Luxury

1 bt Unknown Bordeaux Rosé Vintage Unknown Marcelle Frères vts, bs/sl cdl/ foil sl damage 1 bt Unknown Red Wine1970 vintage slip 1 bt Vouvray 1961 Marc Bredif ls, sl bs/sl torn 1 bt Ch. Lafaurie-Peyraguey 1er Grand Cru de Sauternes 1970 level with top of button, bs, crusted foil 1 bt Seidenhaus Bereich 1974 Bernkastel Riesling 1974 sl bs 1 bt S. Heller Nachf Liebfraumilch 1983 Rheinpflaz sl bs Above six bottles

Robert Heritage for Beaver & Tapley. A 1960's Tapley SL modular teak wood wall mounted console table shelf . The rear of the unit having original bracket with inset spirit level ( hence SL model ). Measures 81cm, 

Four automobile aneroid barometers/altimeters, an anti-submarine patrol timer and a ship's trim spirit level Various makers, first half of the 20th centuryThe barometers comprising two similar white on black dialled models each with concentric scale calibrated in barometric inches within adjustable outer altimeter scale, the first calibrated 0-10,000 feet and signed NEGRETTI & ZAMBRA, LONDON, 18866 to centre, the second unsigned and calibrated 0-6,000 feet; the third larger with silvered scale incorporating adjustable 0-10,000 altimeter scale and inscribed S. SMITH & SONS LONDON to centre and the fourth signed for G. VIALLET, MARSEILLE and calibrated for centimetres of mercury within altimeter scale divided 0-24, 9cm (3.5ins) diameter; the timer of WWII British Royal Navy issue, Admiralty Pattern No6 ASDIC Anti Submarine Patrol Stopwatch, inscribed WALTHAM, U.S.A., ADMIRALTY PATTERN No. 6 to centre within concentric scales marked in both yards and seconds for indicating half the speed of sound in seawater in seconds, with winding and start/stop/reset function to crown and engraved PATT. 6 over large MOD broad arrow and designation U11782 to rear, 57mm (2.25ins) diameter, the ship's trim spirit level with curved tube set within circular ceramic scale calibrated for degrees of list over Royal Navy crown insignia, mounted with heavy glazed phosphor bronze bezel onto a wooden back panel, diameter 13cm (5ins), (6). 

A William and Mary walnut and floral marquetry longcase clock of one month durationJohn Wise, London, circa 1690The four finned pillar bell striking movement with plates measuring 7.25 by 5.125 inches, high position external countwheel, and separately cocked pallet arbor for the anchor escapement regulated by seconds period pendulum, the 11 inch square brass dial with subsidiary seconds dial, ringed winding holes and folate scroll border engraved calendar aperture to the matted centre within applied silvered Roman numeral chapter ring with stylised fleur-de-lys half hour markers, Arabic five minutes to outer track and signed John Wise, London to lower margin, with pierced blued steel hands and mask and scroll cast spandrels to angles, the case with moulded cornice and scroll pierced frieze to lintel, over leafy trail inlaid fixed glazed dial surround, the sides with rectangular windows and bargeboards at the rear, the trunk with convex walnut veneered throat moulding over 41.5 inch rectangular door centred with an oval lenticle and with three shaped marquetry panels decorated with bird inhabited floral sprays and scrolling foliage on an ebonised ground within a figured walnut field, the sides veneered with twin panels within mitred borders, the base with stepped ogee top moulding and conforming rectangular marquetry panel over moulded skirt, 203cm (80ins) high. John Wise senior is recorded in Loomes, Brian Clockmakers of Britain 1286-1700 as born in Banbury, Oxfordshire in 1624 and apprenticed to Peter Closon through Thomas Dawson in 1638, gaining his Freedom in October 1646. He apparently lived in Warwick 1653-68 where he repaired the clocks at St. Nicholas and St. Mary`s churches, the latter providing the venue for the baptism of three of his children. He moved back to London in 1669 where he was re-admitted to the Clockmakers` Company by redemption. He took many apprentices including no less than six of his sons; Richard (Free 1679), John (Free 1683), Thomas (Free 1686), Joseph (Free 1687), Peter (Free 1693) and Luke (Free 1694). He worked from 'neer the Popeshead in Moorfields' and was recorded as a recusant in 1682/3. John Wise senior died in 1690 and was buried at St. Andrew's, Holborn.Condition Report: The movement is complete and in relatively clean working condition although a gentle clean/service is advised and some historic pinion/wheel tooth wear is evident . There is no evidence of alteration to the mechanism and service replacements appear limited to the escape wheel and pallets. The warning wheel of the strike train has a collet differing in pattern to the others hence has probably been repinioned and both the pendulum suspension and pallet arbor cocks have also been repaired. Otherwise movement appears to be in fine original condition with the only spare holes being that for a movement securing bracket to the top edge of the backplate (there is a corresponding hole in the case backboard). The dial is also in relatively clean condition and free from major faults although the spandrels and hands appear to be 18th century replacements. The chapter ring has a light patch of tarnishing between the II and III numerals otherwise is finishes present as nice and even throughout.The movement retains its original seatboard which rests directly onto the original cheeks (uprights) in the case. Although there has been some slight historic adjustment (trimming down) of the cheeks which is most likely counter for slight shrinkage/movement in the structure of the case (rather than being evidence of the movement and dial being 'married' to the case) hence we are of the opinion that the movement and dial are original to the case. The hood is in sound condition with the front never having being cut for a door and the rear internal edges retaining the grooves for the rising action (although the corresponding tongues to the backboard are no longer present). The hood is now removed by sliding forward. The cornice top mouldings are replacements as is the fret to the frieze. There no hood columns present and there is some historic worm damage/wear to the veneers around the hood side windows. The rear left hand lower lip is also lacking a small run of half-round moulding. The trunk is generally sound with faults limited to slight shrinkage, wear and other relatively light age related faults. The trunk door hinges are replacements and there is a slip of timber inserted to the full height rear edge of the door panel at the hinge side probably to ensure later hinges had sound timber to attach to. the door key that comes with the clock does not appear to operate the trunk door lock. The marquetry and ebonised veneer to the lower edge of the trunk door have also been restored at some point in the past.The lower half of the base has been restored with replacement marquetry cut and applied broadly in the flavour of the original but not to executed to the same standard. The base side veneers are replacements and the skirting is a later addition. The backboard of the case is in sound condition and continues down to a level commensurate with the upper edge of the restored marquetry on the plinth. Clock has pendulum, two brass-cased weights, a winder and a case key (see note above). Condition Report Disclaimer

Y A fine Victorian oxidised brass Fortin type mercury forecasting barometerGeorge S. Wood, Liverpool, circa 1880Constructed with central large-bore tube flanked by silvered scales applied to separate ebonised moulded panels calibrated in barometric inches 0-32 and with rack and pinion adjusted Vernier slide to right hand side, opposing an arrangement of three plates engraved with detailed forecasting predictions within fine scroll engraved margins and incorporating recording slide labelled SET AT, 9 A.M. YESTERDAY to top, the apex with further applied bridging plate signed G.S. Wood, LATE ABRAHAM & Co., OPTICIAN, LIVERPOOL, the base with substantial cylindrical cistern incorporating glazed collar enclosing ivory level pointer between screw-clamped collars over fine level adjustment screw to underside, the instrument mounted onto the backboard of a full-height half-round glazed case opening at the front, with domed cupola surmounted with a reeded gilt brass ball finial and conforming inverted dome to base, (mercury removed), 130cm (51ins) approx. high. George S. Wood is recorded in Banfield, Edwin BAROMETER MAKERS AND RETAILERS 1660-1900 as taking over the business of Abraham Abraham and Company located at 20 Lord Street, Liverpool in 1875 and working until 1894. The current lot is made to the principles laid down by Nicholas Fortin (1750-1831) and incorporates a glazed cistern so that the level can be calibrated via the adjustment screw to the base against an inverted conical ivory cone in the cistern in order to obtain consistency in the readings. This particular type of barometer provides an accurate reading hence was generally adopted for laboratory use throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries. The combination of comprehensive scales complete with detailed observations to assist in forecasting (based on those laid-out by Admiral Fitzroy in the 1850's) and fine bowfronted case suggests that the current lot was either made to be exhibited by the maker (possibly in his own showroom) or for a wealthy client or institution.Condition Report: Instrument appears complete with the exception of mercury and two (of the three) brass cistern securing rods and screws (for holding the base of the cistern tight against the cylindrical glass sleeve) which are now unfortunately missing. The silvering to the register plates has some patchy discolouration but engraving is fine and crisp. The case is in good original condition with noticeable faults apparently only limited to the finial being a little bent. Condition Report Disclaimer

A Mamiya RB67 Pro S Camera, serial no C226250, shutter working, focus runs freely, bellows G, body G, some scratching to edges, with 180mm f/4.5 Mamiya-Sekor C lens, serial no 61320, barrel G, some wear to aperture ring, mount ring, elements VG, some internal dust, waist level viewfinder, grid focusing screen, type A focusing screen in box, Sinar 551.43.254 film back adaptor, three Pro S 120 backs, lens shade,

Components of a Circa 1960's Big Big Train Freight Yard Action Set by Triang, including yellow and red liveried Hymek locomotive, green caboose, track, level crossing, folded box lid, playworn.

PROGRAMME MISCELLANY A collection of 77 miscellaneous programmes to include European Finals 1963,1976,1996 and 2006 (EC/Champions League) and 1963,1966 and 1991 (ECWC), many other European games eg Borussia Dortmund v Liverpool (EC) 1977/78, Dukla Prague v Tottenham 1961/62 (EC) , Magdeburg v Wrexham (ECWC) 1979/80, Foreign matches at club and international level Zurich Grasshoppers v Servette 1951/52, Finland v Sweden 1956 , Norway v Bulgaria 1957 plus other British v Foreign friendlies mostly 1960's. Comes with Irish matches and Watford Handbook 1955/56 plus tickets for League Cup Final 1971,1973 and Manchester United v Feyenoord (CL) 1997 . Generally good

Dated 1762 AD. Obv: profile bust with GEORGIVS III DEI GRATIA legend. Rev: crowned arms with M B F ET H REX F D B ET L D S R I A T ET E legend and date. S. 3741. 2.05 grams. . Property of a Kent, UK, collector; acquired on the UK coin market. In the 17th-18th century period, the giving of a twice-bent coin as a token of love was a tradition in Britain, mentioned in the verse 'There was a crooked man, and he walked a crooked mile. He found a crooked sixpence upon a crooked stile. He bought a crooked cat, which caught a crooked mouse, And they all lived together in a little crooked house'; often using silver sixpences but, much rarer and at a higher level, from gold coins, such as this example. Very fine; twice bent as a love token.

2005 Aston Martin DB9 6.0 V12 CoupeRegistration no. VX55 KLCChassis no. SCFAC01A65GA03457Odometer Reading: 38,000MoT Expiry: 05/01/2021 *Comprehensive service history*Classic, desirable colour combination*Presenting extremely well Offering startling performance in a low-key manner, MPH is delighted to offer this fastidiously-maintained DB9 6.0 V12, whose condition is justified by a comprehensive main dealer/specialist service history. It presents supremely well, with excellent Midnight Blue metallic paintwork, excellent bodywork and equally good 19-inch diamond cut alloy wheels and trim. The Caspian (dark blue) leather seats are in fine, unmarked order and the dashboard, door cards and generously-proportioned centre console are in appropriately-pleasing order. The high-level specification includes climate control, powerfold mirrors, heated seats with electric lumbar support, premium LINN audio system and Aston Martin Tracker. This car's comprehensive maintenance programme means the engine is excellent for starting and running, the running gear including six-speed Touchtronic with paddleshift being equally excellent. The service history (13 stamps in the book) shows 12 plugs and coils were renewed 3000 miles ago (main dealer invoice for £1867.91) while an Aston Martin specialist carried out a service fewer than 500 miles ago. Please click the link to view the walkaround video of this lot: click hereFootnotes:Vendor Score Total: 100/100Bidders should note that the automated 100-point Seller's Assessment is provided by each Seller at the point of consignment using the guidelines below, and is not provided, assessed or verified by Bonhams MPH. Accordingly Customers (Bidders) are on notice that each vehicle is offered 'as is / as seen' subject to the Conditions of Sale for the auction, and Customers (Bidders) are strongly recommended to view the Lot(s) being offered, before bidding, in order to satisfy themselves as to their condition; Bonhams MPH will not entertain disputes over Sellers' Assessments. Key for sellers' assessments:1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very wellEXTERIOR TOTAL: 25/25Body Work: 5Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 5Glass: 5Paint: 5Wheels/Tyres: 5INTERIOR TOTAL: 20/20Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 5Headlining: 5Seats: 5Trim: 5ENGINE TOTAL: 20/20Mechanical components: 5Running: 5Starting: 5Under Bonnet: 5RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 20/20Axles: 5Brakes: 5Gearbox/Clutch: 5Suspension: 5ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 10/10Ancillary components: 5Main components: 5Car History File: 5For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com