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Lot 104
PHARMACY/APOTHECARY/MEDICAL BALANCE SCALES | EUROPE | First half of the 20th century | 3 x 9 x 11 cm (height x width x depth) | Brass and copper, wooden etue | Provenance: private pharmacy museum | Lot description | Made of brass and copper, housed in a wooden case, the travel pharmacy scales were designed to be compact and easy to carry, allowing pharmacists or other professionals to weigh accurately on the go. Bowls and other accessories are safely stored in the velvet interior of the etue, which protects the scales from damage while ensuring that all components are together. These scales were an invaluable tool for accurately dispensing medications outside of a permanent pharmacy. | Bidders are asked to inquire about the condition of the item before the auction. any complaints will not be taken into account. | condition report*In case of missing photos, please feel free to contact us.
Lot 103
PHARMACY/APOTHECARY/MEDICAL BALANCE SCALES | EUROPE | Turn of the 19th and 20th century | 32 x 32 x 18 cm (height x width x depth) | Metal and wood | Provenance: private pharmacy museum | Lot description | These pharmacy scales are made of metal, probably steel or cast iron, and are mounted on a wooden base. The metal construction ensures strength and stability, which is essential for accurate weight measurement. The bowls are suspended on fine metal arches that allow precise balancing. Scales of this type were a key tool in pharmacies, where they were used to weigh smaller quantities of substances for the preparation of medicines. | Bidders are asked to inquire about the condition of the item before the auction. any complaints will not be taken into account. | condition report*In case of missing photos, please feel free to contact us.
Lot 105
TRAVEL PHARMACY/APOTHECARY/MEDICAL BALANCE SCALES | AUSTRIA-HUNGARY | 19th century | 9 x 14 x 19 cm (height x width x depth) | Brass and wood | Provenance: private pharmacy museum | Lot description | The scales are probably made of brass and are complemented by various weights, carefully stored in designated areas. The wooden box is designed to protect the scales and weights from damage during transport while allowing easy handling. Such kits were an indispensable tool for professionals who needed to take accurate measurements on the go or away from their normal workplace. The robust construction and careful arrangement of individual parts testify to the emphasis on functionality and practicality. | Bidders are asked to inquire about the condition of the item before the auction. any complaints will not be taken into account. | condition report*In case of missing photos, please feel free to contact us.
Lot 1232
AMPERE ANDRÉ-MARIE: (1775-1836) French Physicist and Mathematician. An autodidact. The SI unit of measurement of electric current, the Ampere, is named after him. Ampere is one of the founders of the science of classical electromagnetism, he is also the inventor of multiple applications such as the the electrical telegraph, or the Solenoid, a term which he coined. Very rare A.L.S., `A. Ampere´, one page, 4to, Paris, 1st October, 1826, to `Mademoiselle Cuvier, au jardín des plantes´, in French. Ampere apologizes for the involuntary delay in meeting his friend Cuvier, and expresses his wish to meet him this same evening expecting to receive a scientific instrument he wants to show him, stating `Je ne sais en effet quel malheur me poursuit pour retarder une partie dont je me faisait(sic) un grand plaisir. Un autre contretemps mais qui heureusement est réparable, c´est que le jacopo outil français s´est trouvé prêté à un de mes amis à qui je l´ai envoyé demandé(sic), il y a longtemps qu´il l´a et c´est pure négligence de sa part s´il ne me l´avais pas rendu. Il a répondu qu´il me l´apporterait lui même aujourd´hui, et je le porterai ce soir chez Monsieur votre père si l´on me tient parole, s´il ne vient pas aujourd´hui je l´aurai toujours certainement demain matin´ (Translation “I do not know what misfortune is pursuing me to delay a meeting that I was taking great pleasure in. Another setback, but fortunately one that can be sorted out, is that the French jacopo tool was lent to one of my friends to whom I sent to ask for it, he has had it for a long time and it was pure negligence on his part if he had not returned it to me. He replied that he would bring it to me himself today, and I will take it to your father's tonight if his word is fulfilled, if he does not come today I will certainly still have it tomorrow morning”) Further Ampere expects that his visit will not disturb, and if so he asks his correspondent to forward a message on his behalf to Cuvier, saying `Je ne sais pas si je ne dérangerai pas Madame Cuvier en lui faisant mes adieux, dans le cas contraire j´aurai l´honneur de vous le remettre. Autrement, je le laisserai au domestique, dans ce cas je vous supplierai de lui offrir mes voeux pour son heureux voyage et son prompt retour. Je suis toujours plus pénétré de ses bontés pour moi et je ne sais comment lui en exprimer ma reconnaissance…´ (Translation: “I do not know if I will not disturb Madame Cuvier by going to say my goodbye, if not I will have the honour of giving it to you. Otherwise, I will leave it with the servant, in which case I will beg you to offer your father my wishes for a successful trip and for a prompt return. I am always overwhelmed by his kindness to me and I do not know how to express my gratitude to him…”) With blank integral leaf. Accompanied by the original envelope, hand addressed by Ampere. VG Ampere addresses the present letter to Baron Cuvier´s daughter. Georges Cuvier (1769-1832) French Naturalist and Zoologist, known as ''The founding father of Paleontology''. He was a major figure in the early 19th century in establishing fields of comparative anatomy and paleontology by comparing living creatures with fossils. His most famous work was Le Regne Animal (1817) (“The Animal Kingdom“).
Lot 1181
WAUGH EVELYN: (1903-1966) English writer whose novels include Vile Bodies (1930) and Brideshead Revisited (1945). A.L.S., with his initials E.W., to one side of his personal printed postcard, Piers Court, near Dursley, Gloucestershire, n.d. (c.1948), to a firm of bookbinders, most likely Messrs. Sangorski & Sutcliffe. Waugh sends his correspondents some instructions and returns some samples of leather, asking 'Will you please use the lighter of the two blues for binding 'The Loved One', sheets of which should reach you early in September. Please bind in full leather with silk ends and doublures, leather joints. Trim & guild all edges. Sew on five raised broad bands & tool bands (narrow classical roll). No other tooling except roll repeated round doublures'. One small central surface crease and an area of discolouration to the left half of the card. GThe London bookbinding firm of Sangorski & Sutcliffe was established in 1901 and is considered to be one of the most important bookbinding companies of the 20th century.The Loved One: An Anglo-American Tragedy (1948) is a short satirical novel by Waugh concerning the funeral business in Los Angeles, the British expatriate community in Hollywood, and the film industry.
Lot 173
WW2 German Toolbox & Steel Helmet, interesting wooden rectangular tool box with the lid being stencilled ‘Werkzeugkasten 1’ and ‘FAHRG. Nr’. Complete with locking catch. Inside the box is a assortment of slides which appear to show bomb damage of German cities etc. Accompanied by a German WW2 M-42 steel helmet shell which has been painted green to the exterior, black to the inside, a later produced liner but the original leather chinstrap. The vendor states the steel helmet was brought home from Anzio, but no documented evidence to support this
Lot 600
Five novelty walking canes. Comprising two with silver collars, one fitted with an owl nutmeg grater, one having a brass top containing a four piece steel tool set and one with a ram's head. Max. L94cm Condition Report: Owl has holes in the top of his head (probably converted from a pepperette), which screws off to reveal a grater, Glass eyes, feet and bottom have been ground down to fix on the cane, which is marked, scratched and has lost colour in places The brass top cane opening to reveal a tool set is stamped 'Nesthill', metal is tarnished and cane is scratched and marked. Ram's head - metal is tarnished with pitted surface, cane is scratched Antler handle unscrews to reveal a cork screw, silver collar dated London, 1889. Horn handle held on with cellotape, silver collar Chester, 1916.
Lot 423
A collection of novelty corkscrews. To include -A late 19th century German Cylinder capsule corkscrew - multi tool with corkscrew, tap, bore and tweezers. The capsule screwing together to form the handle. 8cm. A small cylinder capsule corkscrew -6cm An Antler handle corkscrew - 9cm A Boar tusk handle corkscrew - 14cm A brass Anchor bottle opener with concealed corkscrew. - 11cm
Lot 424
A 19th century Henshall type direct pull corkscrew. A wooden handle with small hanging loop and intact dusting brush. Brass shank and with a Henshall button.The Henshall button was the invention of the Rev Samuel Henshall of Oxford, 1795 - the idea was that once the worm is fully in to the cork, with one final turn , the cork is compressed and turned breaking the bond between bottle and cork, making it easier to extract the cork. 14.5cm A 1888 James Heeley and Son A1 Patent double lever corkscrew. A Crown Corker - bottle opener, wire stripper, fruit jar opener, multi tool. Made in England. Parent 13765.
Lot 591
JAMES PURDEY, LONDONA CASED EXCEPTIONAL CONDITION 16-BORE PERCUSSION SPORTING RIFLE, serial no. 3164,for 1838, with browned octagonal 30 1/4in. multi-groove rifled damascus barrel, the top-flat signed 'J. PURDEY, 314 1/2 OXFORD STREET, LONDON', dove-tailed fore-sight, dove-tailed standing notch rear-sight with two additional folding leaves, both with platinum centre-lines, colour hardened squared breech with engraved borderline and a platinum band and vented plug, the top of breech engraved with a '2', border and scroll engraved colour hardened top-tang also engraved with the numeral '2', colour hardened border and scroll engraved lock signed 'PURDEY' on the bar, engraved hammer with bolted safe, chequered walnut half-stock with border and scroll engraved colour hardened patch-box, engraved iron heel-plate (finish worn to face), blued trigger guard bow with chequered raised lower tang, plain trigger fitted, colour hardened and engraved barrel key escutcheons and turned and moulded ramrod throat, sling eye and button and heavy duty mahogany ramrod with ebony bun pommel and brass tool-end, the whole in a remarkable state of preservation with just light storage marks but generally appearing unfired and complete with its maker's mahogany case, lined and compartmented in green baize and retaining a full suite of accessories including a set trigger unit, a Sykes Patent powder flask signed 'PURDEY SR No.1', a ball-starter engraved 'LORD HOPETOUN, SINGLE RIFLE 3164', a mahogany ball rammer with brass guide, a William Davis ball mould also signed 'LORD HOPETOUN' and with matching number, a sprue cutter for same, two turn-screws, a nipple-key and well cleaner, a patch cutter, two shaped bone pots, one with caps, the other with wool mop, an ebony patch-pot, a dismountable nipple-key with pricker in a leather wallet marked 'RIFLE No. 3163', a charge measure, bone breech-brush, caps and a cleaning rod, the accessories also appearing little used
Lot 900
JAMES PURDEY & SONS A BRASS-CORNERED OAK AND LEATHER DOUBLE GUNCASE, fitted for 29 1/2in. barrels, red baize interior (some wear), the lid with 1901-1911 period trade label and with charges label handwritten for 10588 and 15040 (previous number crossed out), brass lock (no key), missing straps, lid exterior with blank circular brass escutcheon and leather panel initialled 'F.D.', with two bone striker pots (one damaged), cleaning items and a 14-bore roll turnover tool.
Lot 304
A HOLSTER, MAGAZINE-POUCH AND STOCK-BOARD FOR A WW1 PO8 LANGE ARTILLERY LUGER, serial no. 1198, the holster signed 'A. DAHL, BARMEN' and dated '1914', in good condition and retaining its magazine loading tool and barrel-handled cleaning rod (both unmarked), the stock-board with serial number and Imperial stamp, complete with its leather harness (some fragility) and a leather twin magazine pouch with two spare WW1 period wooden based magazines numbered '2377' and '4292'.
Lot 742
A .32 (C/F LONG) STEVENS FAVOURITE SINGLE-SHOT TAKE-DOWN RIFLE, serial no. 321, circa 1910, with octagonal 24in. barrel, dove-tailed blade fore-sight, buckhorn rear-sight with elevator ramp, the right side top-flat signed 'J. STEVENS ARM & TOOL CO., CHICOPEE FALLS, MASS. USA', the opposite flat with calibre, the nocksform with 'TRADE MARK FAVOURITE REG. U.S. PAT. OFF. & FGN.', four screw slab-sided receiver with falling block and exposed central hammer, walnut butt-stock with chequered and trademarked hard rubber heel-plate, serpentine finger lever and plain walnut splinter fore-end (chip to rear left upper corner), the rifle taking down via a sling swivel mount forwards of the finger lever, fair traces of finish. Sold as an exempt item under Section 58 (2) of the 1968 Firearms Act, to be held as a curiosity or ornament
Lot 599
CHARLES LANCASTER, LONDON A 16-BORE PERCUSSION DOUBLE-BARRELLED SPORTING GUN, serial no. 281, in a later case, circa 1830, with laminated 30in. barrels, the top-rib with refreshed 'CHARLES LANCASTER 151 NEW BOND ST, LONDON' address, platinum vents and shallow fenced nipple-wells, long border and scroll engraved top-tang with a central vignette of a game-bird, border, scroll and gamescene engraved back-action locks signed 'C. LANCASTER, LONDON', figured walnut half-stock chequered at the wrist, engraved iron furniture (detail rubbed), plain ramrod thimbles and brass tipped mahogany ramrod (missing tool-end), together with a later leather covered oak case, relined and compartmented for this shotgun in green baize.
Lot 319
A WORLD WAR ONE 32-ROUND SNAIL-DRUM MAGAZINE FOR A LUGER P08 LANGE or ARTILLERY PISTOL, no. 210164, with cover and loading apparatus, circa 1916, second type with folding load-handle and folded 'pie-crust' edge to the front side, some patchy staining to finish, approx. 9in. overall, together with its sheet-metal slip cover and separate sprung loading tool (wear to handle finish, body refinished).
Lot 1035
A RARE 9mm (PARA) DWM LUGER P08 SEMI-AUTOMATIC SERVICE PISTOL FOR THE LANDES POLITZEI, serial no. 36, issue no. LP428, with holster, the pistol dated for 1911, with 4in. barrel, monogrammed toggle, chequered walnut grips, the rear of frame without provision for stockboard and marked 'L.P.' over '428', all matching numbers including its wood-based magazine, the pistol refinished and in a tan coloured leather holster of the same period complete with its magazine loading/stripping tool, together with a certificate of proof. S5 - Sold as a Section 5 Firearm under the 1968 Firearms Act, Section 7.3 Eligible.Unless prior arrangement has been made, two weeks after the Sealed bid sale, all Section 5 (and Section 7.1 / 7.3) items will be moved to a Section 5 carriers where storage charges will be incurred.Goods will not be released until all outstanding charges have been met. Collection will be by arrangement. * Please note this item is subject to 5% VAT on the hammer price (UK Buyers only).
Lot 300
A RARE SUITE OF LOADING TOOLS FOR AN 0-BORE BANK or PUNT GUN, circa 1900, including a brass adjustable shot and powder measure signed 'SYKES' adjusting between 1/4lb. and 1 1/4lb. of shot and 1oz. to 3oz. of powder, a trio of tools including two commercially produced brass shot and powder measures of 6oz. powder and 1lb. 'BB' shot respectively together with a matching hand roll turn-over tool, a rare shot charger tin with corked contents and an ELEY-NOBEL single '0' bore primed case.
Lot 145
An intriguing collection of 10 vintage pocket knives, each with its own unique character, size, and purpose. This assortment includes various English-made knives, showcasing the craftsmanship and practicality of traditional folding knives. One knife is specifically designed for cleaning pipes, adding a specialized tool to the set. The knives vary in condition, reflecting their use and history, making them an ideal addition for collectors or enthusiasts of vintage tools and pocket knives. This collection embodies the diversity and functional design of classic pocket knives.
Lot 004
ITEM: Level with plumb bobMATERIAL: BronzeCULTURE: RomanPERIOD: 4th - 5th Century A.DDIMENSIONS: 120 mm x 92 mmCONDITION: Good conditionPROVENANCE: Ex European private collection, acquired before 2000sComes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export Licence. If you are from outside the European Union, we will have to apply for the export licence again for your country, this takes 3 to 5 weeks and has a cost of 5% of the hammer price, this amount will be added to the final invoice.The Roman level, often used in conjunction with a plumb bob, was a tool essential to Roman engineering and construction, allowing builders to establish precise horizontal lines. This simple yet effective instrument typically consisted of a wooden or metal frame in the shape of an “A” or a right triangle, with a string and plumb bob suspended from the apex. By observing where the plumb line intersected with markings on the frame, Roman engineers could verify that their structures were level, an essential step for everything from roads and aqueducts to temples and public buildings. This tool’s straightforward design and functionality exemplify the Romans' ability to achieve architectural precision with basic technology.The use of the Roman level with a plumb bob was integral to the construction of Rome’s architectural masterpieces. This tool helped achieve the structural stability seen in roads, aqueducts, and multi-story buildings, where maintaining horizontal lines was critical for even weight distribution. The Roman level was particularly useful in large-scale civil engineering projects, such as the construction of aqueducts, which required precise gradients over long distances to ensure water flow. By using the level to maintain a consistent angle, engineers could create a slight slope that allowed water to flow across valleys and plains, providing urban centers with reliable water access. This simple tool thus played a role in sustaining the infrastructure that fueled the Roman Empire’s growth.
Lot 011
ITEM: RingMATERIAL: SilverCULTURE: RomanPERIOD: 1st Century A.DDIMENSIONS: 19 mm diameterCONDITION: Good conditionPROVENANCE: Ex French private collection, acquired between 1980 - 1990Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export Licence. If you are from outside the European Union, we will have to apply for the export licence again for your country, this takes 3 to 5 weeks and has a cost of 5% of the hammer price, this amount will be added to the final invoice.Roman rings were not only decorative items but also symbols of social status, personal identity, and practical utility within Roman society. Made from materials ranging from simple iron and bronze to more luxurious silver and gold, rings were worn by men and women alike and often carried significant meaning for the wearer. Wealthy individuals favored rings made of precious metals or adorned with gemstones like garnet, amethyst, and carnelian, which showcased their status and taste. Certain rings were inscribed with symbols, personal mottos, or images of gods, providing spiritual protection or conveying a personal connection to the divine. For Roman soldiers and officials, rings also served as indicators of rank and allegiance, reflecting Rome’s social hierarchies and values.Some Roman rings had a practical purpose as well, functioning as signet rings, which were used to imprint wax seals on official documents or private correspondence. These rings, typically engraved with unique designs, family crests, or initials, allowed the wearer to secure and authenticate messages. This practice was crucial for Roman officials, merchants, and anyone involved in legal or administrative tasks. The signet ring thus became a powerful tool that symbolized authority and personal integrity, as it was an extension of the wearer’s identity and their word. Archaeological discoveries of signet rings, sometimes still bearing traces of wax, illustrate their everyday utility and the Roman emphasis on personal security and record-keeping.
Lot 207
ITEM: Cosmetic spoonMATERIAL: BronzeCULTURE: RomanPERIOD: 1st – 3rd Century A.DDIMENSIONS: 100 mm x 21 mmCONDITION: Good conditionPROVENANCE: Ex English private collection, acquired from art dealer in 2003Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export Licence. If you are from outside the European Union, we will have to apply for the export licence again for your country, this takes 3 to 5 weeks and has a cost of 5% of the hammer price, this amount will be added to the final invoice.The Roman cosmetic spoon, a delicate and specialized tool, was a staple in the personal care routines of ancient Roman women and men. Typically crafted from bronze, bone, or even precious metals like silver, these spoons featured a shallow, rounded bowl on one end, often attached to a slender handle that sometimes ended in a decorative shape, such as an animal or floral motif. The purpose of the cosmetic spoon was to apply small amounts of substances, such as oils, perfumes, and powdered cosmetics, with precision. The elegant, elongated design made it easier to handle, allowing users to apply beauty products in a refined and controlled manner.Cosmetic spoons served as part of a broader set of grooming tools, including tweezers, nail cleaners, and small mirrors, reflecting the high value Romans placed on personal hygiene and appearance. Roman beauty standards emphasized smooth, fair skin and often intricate hairstyles, so products like face powders, eye shadows, and scented oils were commonly applied. The cosmetic spoon would have been essential for mixing and applying such products, especially those that required precise application, such as kohl for lining the eyes or pigments for highlighting facial features. They were also used for mixing therapeutic ointments, further illustrating their importance in the daily rituals of self-care and healing.
Lot 280
Bronze, one-piece cast figure of a sailor, famous French sculptor - battle painter: Onisme Aristide Croisy (1840-1899). One of the figures for the composition - Protection of the banner, a monument to General A. Shanzi in 1885. Magnificent in terms of plasticity, the figure depicts a brave sailor with a gun, in the tension of battle, stepping over a broken artillery piece. Signature of the master A. Croisy on the tool. 20th century casting by Susse. Dimensions: 49 x 30 cm. Width: 40cm, Height: 49cm, Depth: 30cm, Weight: 30kg, Condition: Good, Material: Bronze, ID: ID-ANTQ-8047
Lot 427
Albert - France Attack on the Aero - Engine Factory. 9 Signed 617 Sqn WW11 Crew 2 Mar 06 Woodhall Spa Special Postmark, Albert - France Attack on the Aero - Engine Factory and machine tool works 2nd March 1944. Personally Signed by 9 members 617 Sqn WW11 Crew Wg Cdr John Bell DFC Bomb Aimer 617 Sqn Crew Albert - France Raid. Sqn Ldr Larry Curtis DFC*Signal Leader 617 Sqn, Sqn Ldr Thomas Bennett DFM, Navigation Leader 617 Sqn, W/O Rowland Smith DFC Tail Gunner 617 Sqn. W/O Reginald Blagdon Air Gunner 617 Sqn, W/O Alec Bates Wireless Operator 617 Sqn, Flt Lt Arthur Poore DFC Pilot 617 Sqn on Albert - France Raid, Flt Lt Humphries appointed Adjutant to 617 Sqn by Wg Cdr Guy Gibson, Flying Officer James Soilleux Flight Engineer 617 Sqn on Albert - France Raid. Full details enclosed Certified Copy no 1 of 3. Good condition. All autographs come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99
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