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IRAN. PAHLAVI DYNASTY. Mohammad Reza Shah, 1941-1979. Silver World Council on Illiteracy Medal, 1344 (AD 1965). Obv. bust left, a small Pahlavi crown completing the face, Farsi and English annotation. Rev: open book under the emblem of HIM Shahansah, legend and date in Farsi and English. Edge milled.Extremely Fine.Rarity: Rare.Die Axis: 12h.Diameter: 40 mm.Weight: 27.3 g.Composition: Silver.PLEASE NOTE: A 22.50% buyer's premium will be charged separately. VAT on the buyer's premium may apply in accordance with UK regulations. Additional 6% fee charged on the Saleroom. Payment can be made in EUR, CHF, or USD for an exchange fee. Please contact us to find out more.

RENÉ BOIVIN: A RARE CULTURED PEARL CLIP PENDANT BROOCH, CIRCA 1940Designed as a cluster of grapes, of various sized cultured pearls of cream tint, suspended from a polished vine leaf surmount, mounted in silver and gold, signed René Boivin, indistinct maker's mark, French assay marks, length 6.8cmAccompanied by a certificate of authenticity from René Boivin Joaillier, certifying that the brooch is an original piece manufactured by René Boivin, circa 1940, after a drawing by Juliette Moutard. Certificate no. 202503PEP, dated March 31st 2025.René Boivin (1864–1917) began his jewellery career at seventeen, following his elder brother Victor’s footsteps by working first as a goldsmith’s apprentice and taking drawing lessons at a local art school. Having refined his skills in several workshops, he soon earned a reputation as a talented draughtsman, designer and engraver. By 1890, René was ready to start his own enterprise. He acquired his first workshop in Paris, equipping it with all the necessary tools and skilled craftsmen. A few years later, he moved to new premises on the rue de Turbigo and married Jeanne Poirot, sister of the esteemed French fashion designer Paul Poiret. The firm’s reputation grew rapidly by word of mouth, thanks to its meticulously crafted pieces and commissions from jewellers such as Mellerio and Boucheron. Though proficient in both modern and classical design, René developed a keen interest in naturalism; his solid background in botany led him to create life-like floral motifs. While Art Nouveau’s flowing curves were fashionable at the time, the Boivin workshop chose a more unconventional path to appeal to a more discerning clientele. Boivin’s wife Jeanne had already been deeply involved in the business, and after René’s untimely death in 1917, she took full control of Maison Boivin. Though she had not planned a career in jewellery, she quickly adapted to managing both the creative and financial aspects of the business. Jeanne not only upheld René’s legacy, but she also steered the firm through challenging post-war years, leading a workshop of around twenty artisans and establishing it as the only major jewellery house of its time run by women. Jeanne possessed a keen eye for talent. In 1919, she recruited Suzanne Vuillerme, later known as Suzanne Belperron, a new graduate from the Besançon Beaux-Arts Academy. Belperron’s innovative use of coloured stones, texture, and predominantly 18K yellow gold set her work apart from the prevailing Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles. Her collaboration with Jeanne brought renewed energy to the firm throughout the 1920s. In 1931, Belperron left to form a partnership with Bernard Herz, paving the way for Juliette Moutard to join the firm. Moutard was an experienced designer having worked at Verger Frères and designed for Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels. She began her long-standing association with Maison Boivin in 1933. Under Jeanne’s guidance, Juliette flourished. She introduced bold, imaginative designs that embraced organic, feminine lines over rigid Art Deco forms. Jeanne further recognised Juliette’s talent by entrusting her with drawing duties for both herself and her daughter Germaine, who had recently joined the business. The close collaboration between Jeanne, Germaine, and Juliette created a unified creative force, often making it hard to pinpoint the origin of any single design. The firm’s approach was as distinctive as its jewellery. Clients were rarely given cost estimates or delivery dates, and customer gemstones or design ideas were only accepted for particularly significant patrons, such as the Duchess of Windsor and Millicent Rogers. Madame Boivin was so confident in her workshop’s output that she famously declared, “my style is my signature”, believing the pieces spoke for themselves. Many clients appreciated this unconventional method, knowing each design was unique, with few repeats and even fewer exact copies. Juliette Moutard dedicated her entire career to Maison Boivin, remaining at the firm even after Madame Boivin retired in 1954 and passed away five years later, leaving Germaine in charge. Together, Moutard and Germaine maintained the firm’s creative integrity and commitment to originality. Moutard retired in 1970 but stayed connected to the firm until her death in 1990. The family sold the jewellery house to their diamond supplier Mr. Perrier, and in 1967 Jacques Bernard took over, with a former Cartier workshop manager later assuming ownership. The 1980s brought revived interest in the Boivin Maison, first led by Marie-Caroline de Brosses and subsequently by Sylvie Vilein. The introduction of fresh, new creations that remained true to the Boivin style, attracting clients such as Hélène Rochas and the Aga Khan. The Asprey Group, acquired the firm before Nathalie Choay purchased it in 1999 to preserve its heritage and archives. Now overseen by Thomas Torroni-Levene, these documents will form the basis of a definitive book scheduled for publication this year, one that aims to record the complete history of René Boivin and highlight the contributions of each designer along the way.  Condition Report: Pearls: of cream/white body colour, with pink and green overtones, some pearls with presence of growth marks, and some pearls with visible blemishesFrench assay mark: an oval with boar & eagle's head for - Mixed gold and silver - mark introduced in 1905. Mark located on the reverse of the leaf surmount. Eagle's head for 18K gold located on the two pins and indistinct maker's mark also on one pinSignature René Boivin located on the reverse of the leaf surmount.Normal signs of wear, commensurate with age, overall in good conditionTotal gross weight approx. 22.36g

MORNAY du PLESSIS, P. de. Mysterium iniquitatis, Dat is Verborghentheydt der Ongherechticheydt Ofte Kerckelijcke Historie des Pausdoms. (…) Nu in Duytsch overgeset door I. Fenacolium (=J. Vennekool). Amst., J. Evertsen Cloppenburgh, 1635. (24), 1077, (1), (164) pp. W. beautiful engr. front. 4°. Cont. vellum w. overl. sides. (Old name entry on free endpaper, a bit browned, faintly stained in places).NOTE: Rare Dutch translation of a vehement anti-papal treatise by the French Protestant writer and statesman Philippe de Mornay, Lord du Plessis Marly (1549-1623), and the foremost Huguenot apologist. First published in French and Latin in 1611. The book caused great controversy, partly because Mornay compared Pope Paul V to the Beast of Revelations, and was condemned in the Sorbonne in August 1611.

PSALMS -- MARNIX van St. ALDEGONDE, Ph. v. De CL Psalmen Davids overgeset ende in dichte gestelt uyt den Hebreischen door Philips van Marnix, heere van Ste Aldegonde; voor zijn doot van hem selven overgesien, ende op ontallicke plaetsen verbetert: Ende uyt den Francoischen in dichte gestelt door Petrus Dathenus. Leyden, L. Elzevier, 1617. 2 in 1 vol. (32), (824), (2 blank), 173 pp. W. 2 woodcut printer's marks. Old hcf. extra. (Rebacked w. use of old spine, a bit browned/foxed, inner margin of some pp. stained, but a good and complete copy).NOTE: Extremely rare third edition of this famous translation of the Book of Psalms by Philips van Marnix van St. Aldegonde. The translation by Marnix from the Hebrew, is remarkable for its rhyme and rhythmical language. - Scheurleer p. 23; V.d. Haar, Schatkamer, M55; Willems 122: "Cette édition est donc la meilleure, ajoutons qu'elle est peut-être la plus rare des trois."

SMYRNA/IZMIR -- ICONOMOS, C. Etude sur Smyrne. Trad. du Grec p. B.F. Slaars et enrichie. Smyrne, 1868. viii, 152 pp. Hcl. w. or. front side laid down. (Top of spine worn, small stamp on ti., sl. foxed).NOTE: First French edition of an important study on Smyrna (Izmir) and a rare Smyrna imprint: a greatly enlarged translation of the much smaller Greek edition (48 pp.). This is the only 19th century specific study book for Smyrna, still a reference. This copy with a dedication by Slaars, and warranted by him. - Rare. Atabey 883; not in Blackmer.

MERULA (=MEREL), P. v. Synopsis praxeos civilis, Maniere van procederen in dese provincien, Hollandt, Zeelandt ende West-Vrieslandt, belanghende civile saken. Amst., C. Claesz., 1592. (16), 524, (42) pp. W. large woodcut view of The Hague on ti-p., & 1 fold. table. Cont. vellum. (Vellum soiled, ties fail, new endpaper, lower blank corner ti-p. torn off).NOTE: Paulus van Merel (1558-1607), advocate at the Court of Holland (1587), librarian of the Leyden University (1597), later rector of the same University (1603). Influential and often reprinted book. - Rare first edition. Dekkers 115; NNBW II, 902-04.

PSALMS -- MARNIX van St. ALDEGONDE, Ph. v. Het Boeck der Psalmen. Uyt der Hebreïscher sprake in nederduytschen dichte op de ghewoonlicke oude wijsen van singen overgeset (...). - Het boeck der heylige schriftuerlijcke lofsangen. - As often bound with: CATECHISMUS oft onderwijsinge inde Christelijcke religie (…). - And: DEN SIECKEN TROOST. - Middelburg, R. Schilders, 1591. 4 parts in 1 vol. No pagination. Several musical scores, last 2 works with woodcut title borders. Sm-8°. Old h. goatskin. (Spine rubbed/dam., corners/edges a bit worn, first ti-p. loose, upper outer corner stained at the beginning, a few other faint stains, some marg. pencil marks to 'Catechismus').NOTE: Rare second edition of this famous translation of the Book of Psalms by Philips van Marnix van St. Aldegonde. The translation by Marnix from the Hebrew, is remarkable for its rhyme and rhythmical language. - Typogr. Bat. 4185; Scheurleer p. 23; V.d. Haar, Schatkamer, M52; Willems 122: "La première édition des Psaumes de Marnix avait paru à Anvers, chez G. vanden Rade, 1580, in-8; la seconde, entièrement refondue, à Middelbourg, chez R. Schilders, 1591, in-8."

BIBLES -- BIBLIA LATINA -- BIBLIA quid in hac editione præstitum sit, vide in ea quam operi præposuimus, ad lectorem epistola. Paris, Ex Off. R. Stephani (Estienne), 1545. In 5 vols. (12), 156; 172, 116, 180 (recte 184), 128, (12) pp. W. woodcut printer's mark and woodcut ti-border on ti-p. Old brds. (Spines a bit dam., edges/corners worn, binds. soiled/stained, lower blank margin of ti-p., without 28 unnumb. lvs. at the end with annotations on the Psalms).NOTE: Rare second 8°-edition by Estienne. This printing is the first reissue of the 1543 Zurich version, printed in parallel columns with the Vulgate. The margins contain notes which profess to be drawn from memoranda made by friends of the editor during the lectures of Vatablus. Some of these notes had already appeared, together with a selection of variant readings, in quarto edition of the Pentateuch. While it is the second octavo of Estienne, it is the first time he printed the Zurich Bible. He amended the notes of Vatable in a way that reflected his own religious opinions thus, this Bible landed on the Prohibited Book Index. - Adams B1036; Renouard 62, 2; Darlow/Moule 6127.

New York: Vincent Parke and Company, 1911. Volume 4 from a limited-edition fifteen-volume set of the works of Jules Verne, edited by Charles F. Horne. This volume features In Search of the Castaways, one of Verne's classic adventure novels. Bound in leather with gilt detailing. The front cover, first few pages, and spine are detached. Published as part of a collector's edition strictly issued in limited numbers. A rare and collectible edition of the legendary author's works.Artist: Jules VerneIssued: 1911Dimensions: 6.5"L x 9.5"HCountry of Origin: New YorkCondition: Age related wear. Poor book condition. The front cover, the first few pages, and spine are detached.

This limited edition book, Aller Retour New York by Henry Miller, was privately printed in 1945 and is one of only 500 copies, with this being No. 40. A significant work by the celebrated author of Tropic of Cancer, this book offers his reflections on New York and his experiences there. Bound in navy cloth with gilt lettering, the volume presents a rare opportunity for collectors of Henry Miller’s works, mid-century literature, and limited-edition books.Issued: 1945Dimensions: 6.25"L x 0.5"W x 9.5"HCondition: Age related wear.

Registration – 44 DXJChassis No. – SAJDKAM3BC801442M.O.T. – November 2025Odometer – 36,300‘44 DXJ’ is really a rather rare example of the X300 XJ saloon in Daimler Six long wheelbase form and boasting the 4-litre AJ16 straight six engine. Only around 1,300 cars left Browns Lane specified as Daimler Six models with only a minority of those likely to have been long wheelbase versions. ‘44 DXJ’ appears to have been imported to the UK in 2002 despite clearly being a factory right hand drive, UK specification model. Since that point ‘44 DXJ’ has been enjoyed by four former keepers with the current owner acquiring it in March 2014. The owner confirms it has been off the road since 2015 and kept in a heated garage during that time. This would help explain the Daimler’s remarkably low mileage of 36,300 which is supported by the MOT history. ‘44 DXJ’ was taken out of storage last year and now holds an advisory free MOT valid until November 2025. ‘44 DXJ’ is offered here with NO RESERVE, its original book pack and even its appealing personalised registration number.The X300 represents the first Jaguar released under Ford ownership and was only produced for 3 years between 1994 and 1997. ‘44 DXJ’ looks every inch the £50,000 quasi-limousine which it would have been in 1997 with its rear doors exhibiting the extra five inches enjoyed by the long wheelbase version. ‘44 DXJ’ presents in lustrous Flamenco Red Metallic paintwork and a set of Jaguar Celtic alloy wheels from the later X308. ‘44 DXJ’ also features the fluted radiator shell and boot trim piece so associated with the Daimler marque. Special red Daimler Six badges and gold radiator trim also help set this Daimler apart from the pack. The commodious cabin with its generously extended rear leg room is trimmed in sublime Nimbus Grey Connolly hides. The Six was the most luxuriously appointed of the X300 range and it shows in here. There’s lots of inlaid walnut veneer in here including to the rear, individual picnic tables, and special gold finish to the interior brightwork. The vendor judges the interior as “excellent” and the paint and bodywork as “good.”The AJ16 4-litre straight six engine fitted here is a well respected unit providing an excellent balance between refinement and performance. With 245bhp originally on tap and power fed through a four speed automatic transmission, this made for a 140mph plus top speed and a 0-60mph time around the 7.5 second mark. Pretty impressive for a long wheelbase saloon from 1997. The vendor rates the engine and transmission as “excellent” and the electrics as “good.”In summary:A surprisingly rare Daimler with a low, seemingly original mileageOffering a long, advisory free MOT until November 2025A desirable long wheelbase model with a sublime, luxurious interior

Registration – M792 MYRChassis No. – SAJDKALS3BR723161M.O.T. – ExpiredOdometer – 77,300‘M792MYR’ is a rarely offered example of the X300 XJ saloon in optimum Daimler Double Six form and featuring the 6-litre version of the sublime Jaguar V12 engine. Just 1007 X300s in this specification left Browns Lane making it one of the rarest models. ‘M792MYR’ is a factory right hand drive, UK specification model with just four previous owners to date. The current owner acquired ‘M792MYR’ in 2022 at auction and the Double Six has covered just 50 miles or so since then. What’s more just a shade over 2,000 miles have been covered in the last 10 years bringing today’s total to 77,000 or so. ‘M792MYR’ is reported to hold a full, main dealer service history with 20 stamps featuring in its service book. ‘M792MYR’s’ MOT expired in March 2025 and was advisory free. This high specification and rare Daimler is offered here with NO RESERVE and comes from the large collection of an individual enthusiast.The X300 represents the first Jaguar released under Ford ownership and was only produced for 3 years between 1994 and 1997. Amongst the rarest of X300 models, ‘M792MYR’ presents in Daimler appropriate Westminster Blue and a set of mirror finished, chromed Turbine alloy. ‘M792MYR’ also features the fluted radiator shell and boot trim piece so associated with the Daimler marque. The commodious cabin is trimmed in sublime Chamois hued leather. The Double Six was the most luxuriously appointed of the X300 range and it shows in here. There’s lots of inlaid walnut veneer in here and deep piled woollen carpets in keeping with the most prestigious of an exalted marque.The mechanical specification of the Double Six is no less impressive with this car featuring the enlarged 6-litre version of the famed Jaguar V12 engine. This was originally rated at over 300bhp and mated to a 4-speed, GM 4L80-E automatic transmission. This set up is configured for effortless and almost silent travel rather than outright performance but a 300bhp plus V12 saloon is a fast disappearing experience not to be missed.In summary:One of just over 1,000 X300 Daimler Double Six range toppers producedFitted with the 6-litre version of the sublime Jaguar V12 engineComplete with a full service history, sensible mileage and low owner count

Registration – SE18 ZRKChassis No. – SCA665C03JUH25694M.O.T. – June 2025Odometer – 13,180Those that know their ancient Greek will remember that “adamas” means indestructible or unconquerable and is related to the etymology of the word diamond. There’s a reason for that. Apart from ‘SE18 ZRK’ being as rare as diamonds – only 40 Adamas Collection Wraiths were produced – it also features 88 laboratory grown diamonds in the cabin’s clock. In short, a very special example of an already incredibly exclusive Rolls-Royce. ‘SE18 ZRK’ is still in the ownership of the original buyer making this a single keeper car and one which could have well cost close to £350,000 in 2018. Just when you thought this sublime Wraith Black Badge couldn’t get any more desirable, we can report it has covered just 13,500 miles to date. ‘SE18 ZRK’ comes with a full service history with six services to date (plus the PDI) despite the miniscule mileage and is offered here with an advisory free MOT until June 2025 and the full, original book pack.Other notable attributes of ‘SE18 ZRK’s’ Adamas status is the very special spirit of ecstasy mascot. In this model it is crafted from 294 layers of aerospace-grade carbon with a weave angle of precisely 25 degrees. The iconic figure takes 68 hours to produce and sits on a special, titanium base. Inside the unimaginably luxurious cabin, the roof lining is studded with 1,340 fibre optic lights in the form of the “molecular structure of carbon as it becomes a diamond” instead of the “usual” Wraith starry sky arrangement. Mechanically, ‘SE18 ZRK’ is the usual, incredible Wraith Black Badge specification. This means a twin-turbocharged 6. 6-litre V12 engine, delivering an eye-widening 624 bhp and 643 lb-ft of torque. This is not a light car, but this is sufficient for a 0-60 mph time of just 4. 3 seconds. A seven speed, imperceptibly changing seven speed automatic transmission takes care of translating this physics defying power into forward momentum.Externally ‘SE18 ZRK’ is finished in pristine and stealthy looking, two tone Black and Morpheus Blue. Even the iconic Rolls-Royce radiator shell and vanes are finished in gloss black. That exclusive spirit of ecstasy proudly sits atop this feature reminding the lucky driver of the exclusivity of their steed. The rear hinged doors just add to the theatre and drama of this Wraith as do the 21-inch, black finished, carbon fibre composite wheels complete with 'R-R' gravity spinners. The lavish cabin is finished in black leather with distinctive accents of Cobalt Blue leather and matching stitching. Aside from the dramatic headlining treatment and that amazing diamond encrusted clock, there is a raft of exclusive and desirable attributes to relish in here. These include a multi-function steering wheel, folding infotainment screen, satellite navigation, parking sensors and cameras, and heated and ventilated electrically adjustable front seats with memory function plus much more than we can do justice to here. An incredible opportunity to acquire one of the rarest and most desirable Rolls-Royce, V12 coupes it is possible to imagine.Summary:One of just 40 Wraiths ever produced in ultra-exclusive Adamas guiseBoasting just one owner and a mere 13,500 miles to dateCompete with a full Rolls-Royce service history despite the miniscule mileage

Registration – TBC (Currently Isle of Man registered, to be UK registered prior to the auction)Chassis No. – ZFFSP44C000103460M.O.T. – April 2026 (No advisories)Odometer – 26,100This exclusive 1996 Ferrari 456GT, with the desirable six-speed manual gearbox, is finished in ultra-rare Azzurro Monaco blue exterior with tan leather interior. How rare? Of the mere 141 right-hand drive Ferrari 456GT sold in the UK between 1994 and 1998, just two were in Azzurro Monaco – and this is confirmed by the Ferrari Owners Club. ‘N114BRB’ was first registered in the UK in January 1996, and later registered in the Isle of Man (IOM) in February 2004. It was stored off road between 2005 and 2011. It has had just two owners in the IOM, including the vendor, who’s owned it since 2012. Notably, this Ferrari 456GT has covered just 26,100 miles.‘N114BRB’ has a comprehensive service history by Ferrari specialists both in the UK and IOM, including JCT600 and Graypaul. The most recent service at 26,046 miles, by SCP in the IOM, included a replacement alternator from Maranello Classic Parts. The vendor says the car has the original tan leather wallet containing the bright yellow driver’s handbook and other original Ferrari manuals, along with a complete toolkit in its original leather case. A personalised history file contains plenty of receipts, and original Ferrari 456GT user guides and booklets are included too.‘N114BRB’ has original paintwork that is in good condition for the age, reports the vendor. There are a few scratches and chips, but no dents or major defects. Similarly, the interior leather is slightly worn, in keeping with the age of the car, but there are no tears or splits. “All the interior electrics are working as they should, the engine starts first time and runs beautifully.” The car was a participant in 2012’s world record for the largest parade of Ferraris on a racetrack at the same time, verified by the Guinness Book of Records.The Ferrari 456GT marked the return of the beautiful V12 Ferrari GT car made famous in the 1960s and 1970s. Introduced in 1992, it succeeded the unpopular 412 as the firm’s V12 four-seater. The beautiful styling was designed by Pietro Camardella at Pininfarina, and reportedly inspired by the 365 GTB Daytona. The 5.5-litre V12 produced 436hp, giving it a dazzling 192mph top speed. 0-60mph took under five seconds. The 456 name was derived from the fact each cylinder displaced 456cc. Enthusiasts much prefer manual versions to the Ferrari 456 GTA; there was also later an updated Ferrari 456M.In summary:1996 Ferrari 456GT in ultra-rare Azzurro MonacoHas covered just 26,100 milesParticipant in a Ferrari world record verified by the Guinness Book of Records

• Offered with mileage verification certificate• Comprehensive service history• ULEZ CompliantIn 2003, Jaguar introduced the re-engineered and newly designed third generation of the XJ. It featured an all-aluminium body and chassis and a new V8 engine. The V8 engine was offered in larger 3.5 and 4.2 litre as well as in a supercharged variation. A new six-speed automatic gearbox was fitted which was lighter and offered better economy. Air suspension was fitted at the front and rear, providing adaptive damping as well as rear self-levelling with computer-controlled ride height and suspension mode. Jaguar launched the X358 facelift to the X350 at the end of February 2007 with a revised lower grille, prominent faux side air vents, small boot lid spoiler, and revised seating. A Jaguar emblem within the grille replaced the previous bonnet-mounted mascot. This stunning low mileage example was first registered in 2007 and is presented in Liquid Silver Pearl with Barley piped leather trim. Sitting on 20-inch Callisto alloy wheels shod with Pirelli Tyres all round, this is a 2008 model year that were Ian Callum re-designed cars. A rare car being XJR powered (400bhp) with Sovereign levels of comfort and suspension settings, boasting a mere 36,782 miles from new with a mileage verification certificate supplied when the car was recently repatriated to the UK from Japan. The car is supplied with a new V5 registration document coupled to a new MoT test certificate valid until March 2026 with no advisories. We are informed the car boasts a service history from new as well as the mileage verification certificate, a full book pack, two keys and is ULEZ compliant. The car presents as new, unsurprisingly, but importantly has a full UK specification radio, speedo and satellite navigation so very much UK specification. Further treats on the car include Xenon headlamps, headlamp power wash, front and rear parking sensors, heated and cooled front seats with memory, electric recline and heated rear seats, rear electric screen blind and rear door blinds, electric steering, pedal and mirror adjust with memory, speed limit and cruise control, auto lights and wipers, picnic tables and double-glazed acoustic glass. Having recently sold a very similar car in excess of £28,000 with very similar mileage, this is sure to be a very popular example. Viewing is advised to appreciate the quality of a car which the vendor describes as a 10/10! Consigned by Mathew PriddyULEZ COMPLIENT 36,000 MILE SOVEREIGN SPEC XJRCOMPREHENSIVE HISTORY FILE & MILEAGE VERIFICATION CERTIFICATE

Sport pack suspensionOne owner from newThe Jaguar XJS was a luxury grand tourer produced from 1975 through to 1996 and replaced the E-Type. Although it never had quite the same sporting image, the XJS was actually more aerodynamic with the last one being produced on 4th April 1996; at that stage 115,413 had been produced during a 21-year production life.First registered 2nd May 1989 this rare manual transmission example is paired with the lighter 3.6 making it the fastest accelerating XJS, and also the most economical. Presented in Bordeaux Red metallic with contrasting Doeskin full leather interior with red piping it is being sold due to the 96 year old previous owner no longer able to enjoy. One owner from new although the V5 has been transferred to his daughters name so shows one previous keeper. Offered in excellent and highly original condition throughout, it was used mostly in its earlier life and then much less until it was put away for a number of years. Recently recommissioned by XJS Specialist XJ-Motor services which included a full service of all fluids and filters, spark plugs, various suspension components including rear trailing arms, drop links, bushes etc, a new water pump, some relays etc. It has also had a full geometry set up and MoT (which it passed with no advisories). Nearly £3,000 has been spent in the last few weeks to get it ready for sale.We are informed it has always been garaged and thus the paintwork is in excellent condition, with a smoothness and brightness of a car that's led an easy sheltered life. The gauges, heating and electrics all worked at time of consignment and we are informed the car drives wonderfully, smooth and powerful with the Getrag manual gearbox lovely to use which goes in to gear with no fuss. The interior is in superb condition, there is some light wear on the driver’s bolster, but no deformation. Supplied with a large history file, including the original bill of sale, service invoices, old tax discs, MoTs, all dealer correspondence, the original brochure, specification brochure, colour chart, price list, full owner's manual pack with stamped service book, the original cassette instructions and booklet for the radio. It also comes with all its original keys, the original complete toolkit and complete tool case, as well as the spare wheel. Having been Wax- oiled from new with original glass, panels, radio, original pinstripes on both sides and original number plates… garaged all its life when not in use this is quite likely one of the nicest XJS' for sale. Consigned by Mathew Priddy A RARE ONE OWNER 42,400 MILES MANUAL XJSSPECIFIED WITH SPORTS PACK SUSPENSION - A REAL DRIVERS XJS

Recent service and full inspection with Precision Porsche LtdLow mileage exampleFour speed manual UK matching numbers 930This fantastic example of the iconic 930 Turbo was first registered on 5th May 1988, nearly 37 years prior to the date of the auction. Presented in its original colours of Grand Prix White over a navy blue/linen leather trim and carpets, this four speed manual turbo has a mere 50,548 on the clock and thus presents as one of the best preserved and desirable 911 Turbos money can buy. Our vendor has sadly decided to sell the car due to illness, having purchased the car in 2018 from its fifth owner who had stored the car in a dry garage for many years. For the current owner, as a retired race engineer, this was a retirement treat, a car that needed some mechanical recommissioning but that represented a very well kept, low mileage, time warp example. Upon purchase and whilst still working as a race engineer on classic F1 cars, the first port of call was to have the car worked through. Rather than do this personally, given the time and expertise needed, he decided to use the services of Peter Chambers Automotive Ltd, a Porsche specialist in Gloucestershire who the vendor knew. The detail of what followed can be found on the receipts in the history file (and online), it included a full engine and drivetrain rebuild so that this car would not skip a beat… the cost of such expertise was in excess of £38,000 and all completed in October of 2019. After a time running in the engine, our vendor has enjoyed using the car for navigation rallies and owners club meets with his partner and describes the car as an absolute joy, revelling in the turbo spool that such an 80’s icon provides.Sadly, of late our vendor has suffered ill health and with a heavy heart he has decided the car must find a new home. But true to our vendor’s ways, he wanted to make sure that the car was in perfect working order for its new owner. Since he could no longer work on the car himself, he commissioned one of the country’s leading Porsche specialists local to him, Precision Porsche Ltd, to carry out a 12,000-mile service, a few other minor maintenance jobs and to prepare a 38-page pre-purchase inspection report of the vehicle. The report can be found in the history file and online providing some of the very best confidence in such a collectable vehicle.The car itself has been fully detailed and presents fantastically retaining its originality with very little paint having been put to the car over the years, it still wears the original trim, stereo, key and key pouch and the full book pack all available.The 930 Turbo ‘Widowmaker’ has long been an iconic Porsche and low mileage examples are rare finds, a car with such incredible recent mechanical care is as rare as ‘hens’ teeth’. This car was not expected to see the open market for some time however circumstances have aligned to bring an opportunity to own one of the best privately owned and honest examples. Consigned by Mathew PriddyService history summary27/07/1988 1,542 Merlin Porsche, Derbyshire, First Service18/04/1989 5,955 JCT 600 (Hull) Ltd Porsche, Yorkshire, 6,000 mile service08/12/1989 7,706 Lancaster Colchester Ltd Porsche, Essex14/01/1991 11,951 Chariots St. Albans Ltd Porsche, Hertfordshire24/11/1992 26,077 Chariots St. Albans Ltd Porsche, Hertfordshire10/10/1993 29,642 St. Martin’s Main Road Porsche, Jersey15/08/1995 33,748 St. Martin’s Main Road Porsche, Jersey10/10/1996 38,412 St. Martin’s Main Road Porsche, Jersey (included new clutch)15/12/1999 46,743 A N Yates-Smith, Porsche Specialist, East Sussex12/12/2000 47,269 A N Yates-Smith, Porsche Specialist, East Sussex11/12/2001 47,654 A N Yates-Smith, Porsche Specialist, East Sussex16/12/2002 47,892 A N Yates-Smith, Porsche Specialist, East Sussex12/01/2004 48,039 A N Yates-Smith, Porsche Specialist, East Sussex04/10/2019 48,346 Peter Chambers Automotive Ltd, Porsche Specialist, Gloucestershire - see detailed invoices - £38,7000 spend13/03/2025 50,540 Precision Porsche Ltd, Porsche Specialist, East Sussex - see detailed invoice and Service and Pre-Purchase Inspection Reports JUST 50,548 MILES FROM NEWRECENT SERVICE & FULL INSPECTION WITH PRECISION PORSCHEFOUR SPEED DESIRABLE UK MATCHING NUMBERS CAR

Good service historyWell specifiedULEZ compliantThe Jaguar S-Type is an executive car that debuted at the 1998 Birmingham Motor Show and was marketed by Jaguar for model years 1999-2008, reviving the nameplate of the company's 1963-68 S-Type as a four-door notchback saloon. The supercharged S-Type R (Jaguar STR for short) joined the lineup in 2002, and the hope was that it would compete with BMW's M5 and the Mercedes E55 AMG. The R was powered by the newly revised handbuilt 4.2 litre V8 with an Eaton M112 supercharger, producing 400bhp and could accelerate from 0-60mph in 5.3 seconds. The R also has a rear apron, side-skirts, and front apron with built-in fog-lamps, a rear spoiler, a brace located near the rear subframe, and R badging on the boot lid and both front wings.Supplied by Harwoods of Chichester in February 2007, this S-Type R is finished in Lunar Grey, complemented by a black and Ivory leather interior and sport aluminium dashboard accents. Showing a mileage of 104,000 miles, backed by a comprehensive service history with Jaguar dealer stamps and work carried out by independent specialists. The history file includes the original S-Type faux leather booklet wallet, original service book with nine stamps, the last of which being on 4th January 2025, invoices for servicing and maintenance, the original service book and a valid MoT test certificate until February 2026 with no advisories noted. Factory-equipped with features such as heated seats, a navigation system and parking sensors, the car also boasts the enhanced suspension, braking and performance upgrades that define the S-Type R With just 1,274 S-Type R’s sold in the UK, this rare and well-maintained example is a testament to Jaguar's engineering prowess. Supplied with a V5C registration document, original book packs, a stamped service book and a spare wheel and jack. Comfort and performance and ready to be enjoyed, with the added benefit of being ULEZ compliant. Consigned by Will Penrose Interested parties should note that it has come to our attention that there is a chain rattle noise on start-up of the vehicle, this disappears almost immediately after start up, with the engine sounding very smooth thereafter. -WELL SPECIFIED-GOOD SERVICE HISTORY-ULEZ EXEMPT

Low mileage exampleRare automatic gearboxLow ownershipArriving in late 1991, the VR6-engined version of the Volkswagen Corrado was hailed by CAR magazine as one of '25 cars you must drive before you die’, while Auto Express rated it as among ‘Volkswagen’s best ever drivers’ cars’. Sharing the same handsome Herbert Schafer-penned silhouette as its four-cylinder siblings, the newcomer sported a wider front track to accommodate its six-cylinder powerplant. Responsible for inspiring VAG’s later Bentley W12 and Bugatti W16 designs, the freshly developed engine featured an unusually narrow Vee angle of 15 degrees meaning that it only needs a single cylinder head. Sonorous and punchy, it produced some 188bhp and 181lb/ft of torque and was allied to either four-speed automatic or five-speed manual transmission. Equipped with MacPherson struts up front and trailing arms plus a torsion beam at the rear, the manual VR6 was reputedly capable of 0-60mph in 6.7 seconds and 145mph; seriously impressive figures during the early 1990s and still respectable today.First registered on 10th December 1993, the Corrado on offer here was specified with the desirable VR6 engine. Interestingly it was also ordered from the factory with the very rare automatic gearbox, leather interior along with heated front seats. Presented in Dragon Green metallic, the car is totally original and comes fitted with its original 15” Speedline alloy wheels and still has its original Sony radio cassette player head unit fitted. The service history consists of eight stamps in the original service book, all carried out by the main agent dealer who supplied the car, Dovercourt of Battersea, London. Their final service was in 2005 at 26,316 miles and consisted of an engine oil and filter change, brake fluid and air filter change. Since 2005, the car has covered less than 3,000 miles. The vendor reports the car to drive very well and it will be supplied to auction with a new MoT test certificate.Supplied with a V5C registration document, original book pack with stamped service book, receipts, old tax discs and MoT test certificates including a new one valid through to February 2026. Becoming ever more collectable, low mileage examples of these fantastic Karmann built Volkswagens are near impossible to find. Consigned by Will Penrose -RARE AUTOMATIC GEARBOX EXAMPLE-VERY LOW MILEAGE (29,000 MILES)-GREAT EXAMPLE

One of just 369 coachbuilt examplesSubject of a light restoration back in 2016Includes modern Apple multimedia stereo systemThanks to Rolls-Royce, two of the foremost coachbuilders, H. J. Mulliner and Park Ward, joined forces to become arguably the most well-known automotive design house, Mulliner Park Ward. This very specific model was produced in limited numbers and, in fact, represents just one of 369 examples compared to 16,717 four-door models, specifically noted by the timeless grace of the swage lines setting it apart from the standard Silver Shadows.Classic cars certainly benefit from the storage and care from temperature and humidity-controlled facility and this example is no exception. Following re-importation back from America in 2015, a light restoration took place which included a full strip-down and repaint from blue to its current colour. This included refurbished brightwork as well as minor engine repairs. Apparently, the works included refurbished chrome and some minor engine repairs although the HPI only details the colour change with the other items noted from previous sales write-ups. Recent recommissioning work has been completed by specialists including Nigel Sandell, with invoices in the last six months totalling close to £7,000 with work on the engine, electrics & braking system as well a full service and MoT test to ensure all is running and driving well. Complete with the original hard-back, owner’s book, this represents a genuine opportunity to own a rare, early Silver Shadow Coupé, used sparingly but regularly and offered in metallic grey with a matching black leather interior. With just three previous owners, the last of which also added ‘Apple CarPlay’ to the central dash area, this quintessentially classic British car is certainly something of a rarity. Interested parties should note that the private registration plate shown is to be retained by the vendor and a new, age-related registration issued instead.Consigned by Edward Bridger-Stille ONE OF JUST 369 COACHBUILT EXAMPLESSUBJECT OF A LIGHT RESTORATION BACK IN 2016INCLUDES MODERN APPLE MULTIMEDIA STEREO SYSTEM

Attributed to Joseph Wright of Derby (English, 1734-1797) Self Portrait aged 59  Oil on canvas  This outstandingly rare self-portrait is possibly the last self-portrait by the artist that remains outside of public collections. Joseph Wright of Derby chronicled himself throughout his career with a group of insightful self-portraits. There are at least nine of these highly personal works, which he kept until his death. He seems to have painted one every ten years or so. This rarely exhibited work not only demonstrates his virtuoso technique, but he paints himself as a far more thoughtful and a far wiser man than some of his earlier portraits; less gauche, here is a man who has lived and accepted great success with grace. As Benedict Nicholson observed, “one side or another of this contradictory but in no way unaccountable character: the vivacity and the mildness, the conviviality and the querulousness, the vigour and the frailty – many things short of duplicity and meanness”. Provenance: John Holland of Ford Hall, Derbyshire (1734-1807) by whom left in a life interest to his widow and then in trust (Alderson was a Trustee) to the heirs of his relation Joseph Bilbie; His daughter and sole heiress Mary Anne Bilbie who married 1st March 1832 Francis Hall esq of Park Hall, Nottinghamshire, and who died 31st July 1877; Her nephew Francis Hall (1856-1928) son of her husband’s younger brother, Geoffrey  Brock Hall (Park Hall 1807 – Guelph, Canada, 1st April 1886); Flora Caroline Hall (née Hamilton) (6th September 1865 – 5th July 1939); Estate of the late Flora C Hall, being the contents of Rivers Lea, Guelph, Ontario, sale, Ward-Price & Co, Toronto 23-28 September 1946, lot 718 ; Toronto, Canada, Private Collection; Guernsey, Private Collection, purchased circa 1980 Literature: Wm. Bemrose (1885) The Life and Works of Joseph Wright A.R.A., commonly called Wright of Derby where a variant of the composition is reproduced as the frontispiece of the book; Benedict Nicholson (1968) Joseph Wright of Derby: Painter of Light pages 22, 134-5, 172 and Catalogue number 172 page 230 (as untraced), the composition recorded from a copy as figure 9; John Ingamells (2004) National Portrait Gallery: Mid-Georgian Portraits 1760-1790, pages 496-7 sub catalogue 4090,  Self-Portrait circa 1785; Elizabeth E. Barker, Walpole Society LXXI (2009) Documents relating to Joseph Wright 'of Derby' (1734-1797) page 147 #119 (letter to John Holland from Joseph Wright 3rd April 1794) Dimensions: (Canvas) 23 in. (H) x 17 in. (W) (Frame) 25 in. (H) x 20 in. (W) Martin Postle has recently disputed the authenticity of this work 

Meccano Circa 1929 Special Inventors Outfit, rare example that has been re-strung, complete with original backing card, price label and box, together with 1929 Book of New Models and Joys of Inventing Leaflet,

This curated collection of 9 books offers a comprehensive exploration of Wedgwood pottery, tracing its history, artistry, and enduring legacy. Ideal for collectors, historians, and enthusiasts, this lot includes rare and insightful volumes that delve into various aspects of Wedgwood's craftsmanship and influence. 'A Personal Life of the Fifth Josiah Wedgwood (1899-1968)' by John Wedgwood, M.D. Published in 1979, this biography highlights the life and contributions of Josiah Wedgwood V and his role in preserving the Wedgwood legacy. 'Fairyland Lustre: The Work of Daisy Makeig-Jones (1881-1945)'. This booklet celebrates the imaginative artistry of Daisy Makeig-Jones, whose Fairyland Lustre designs remain highly coveted. 'Stubbs & Wedgwood: Unique Alliance Between Artist and Potter' by Bruce Tattersall. Published in 1974, this book examines the collaboration between George Stubbs and Josiah Wedgwood, merging fine art and pottery. 'The Collector's Book of Wedgwood' by Marian Klamkin. A 1971 publication featuring detailed illustrations and insights into Wedgwood's diverse creations, ideal for collectors and enthusiasts. 'Classical Wedgwood Designs' by Carol Macht. Published in 1957, this scholarly work explores Wedgwood's Jasper Ware designs and their ties to the 18th-century Classical Revival. 'The Story of Wedgwood' by Alison Kelly. This 1975 revised edition traces the history of Wedgwood from its inception to its global renown, featuring previously unpublished illustrations. 'The Portland Vase and the Wedgwood Copies' by Wolf Mankowitz. Published in 1952, this book delves into the history of the Portland Vase and Wedgwood's meticulous replicas of this classical masterpiece. 'Wedgwood ABC: But Not Middle E' by Harry M. Buten. A 1954 playful yet scholarly work by Harry M. Buten, exploring Wedgwood's history through the lens of an "alphabet". 'Wedgwood: A Living Tradition' by John Meredith Graham II and Hensleigh Cecil Wedgwood. Published in 1948 by The Brooklyn Museum, this book explores the history and artistry of Wedgwood pottery through the lens of a living tradition, with insights into design and craftsmanship. The tallest book measures: 10.25"H.Artist: John Wedgwood, M.D., Bruce Tattersall, Marian Klamkin, Carol Macht, Alison Kelly, Wolf Mankowitz, Harry M. Buten, and John Meredith Graham II and Hensleigh Cecil WedgwoodIssued: 20th centuryDimensions: See DescriptionCondition: Age related wear. As is. Partially damaged covers.

A rare boxed 'City of Liverpool' and boxed 'City of London' both in Printing Errors Boxes, included with the lot is the book 'The Official Illustrated History of Hornby' illustrating these locomotives and boxes on page 11 describing the. Boxes Ex plus, locomotives M, showing no signs of use, complete with instructions, guarantees, packing pieces and tubes of oil. Possibly a unique opportunity to acquire these items

A very rare Irish book. 1st Edition. Notes By The Way and What I Saw in My Rambles by H. Talbot Higginson M.D. LRCS I. Bangor, Co Down. 1890.

A very rare book. Dail Eireann/Dáil Éireann. Sioson/Session. December 1921-January 1922. Official Report Debate on the Treaty Between Great Britain and Ireland. Signed in London 6th December 1921.

Rare Cork Travel Book Seymour (Capt. W.D.) Queenstown, Co. Cork. Journal of a Voyage Round the World, Cork (Francis Guy) 1877. First Edn., orig. port. photo frontis, orig. gilt lettered cloth (with paint stain). Scarce. (1)

The Keepsake for 1829, published November 1828 by Hurst Chance and Co., London. 360 pages. Literary contributions to this volume include Sir Walter Scott (three contributions), William Wordsworth, (five contributions) F. M. Reynolds, Mary Shelley (two contributions), the first 'The Sisters of Albano' and the second 'Ferdinando Eboli', Percy Bysshe Shelley (two contributions), the first being 'On Love' and the second 'Fragments' of 3 poems with many other notable contributors. Many full-page engravings protected by tissue guards. Original red publishers' boards 5 x7½ . All edges gilt, titled in gilt. Weak external hinges. Now a very RARE volume. The most notable contributions by Percy and Mary Shelley. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

Dimsie Goes to School, by Dorita Fairlie Bruce. Illustrations by Wal Paget. Published by Humphrey Milford, Oxford University Press. This book was originally published under the title of 'The Senior Prefect' 1920. Second reprint 1925. 270 pages. Publisher's cream boards 5½ x7¾ , pictorially decorated in brown and titled in gilt. Fine condition. Dust wrapper in 3 separate pieces which comprises most of the dust wrapper which is also chipped on all edges but could be rescued by paper backing and plastic protection. RARE in dust wrapper. This book under its first title of 'The Senior Prefect' represents the first book of the Dimsie series. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

The 'Happy' Magazine 1937, Happy Holiday Extra, this issue of 126 pages contains 'William and the Awful Child' illustrated by Thomas Henry. Written by Richmal Crompton from page 36 to 48, with 4 illustrations by Thomas Henry. The coloured cover of the magazine also illustrated by Thomas Henry and features 'William'. Without hesitation it can be stated that this magazine is extremely RARE and an essential for the 'William' completist. Publisher's highly coloured and illustrated thick paper covers 6½ x9 . Advertisements on rear front and rear back cover. A good copy for its age. 1½ missing from cover at top of spine. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

Enid Blyton signed book A Second Book of Naughty Children, 24 Short Stores, by Enid Blyton. Illustrated by Kathleen Gell. Published by Methuen, London. Third edition 1950. 177 pages. This book contains a label 4 x2¼ stating 'An autograph for Elizabeth with love from Enid Blyton'. The signature is written in ink. Generally, very good condition. Publisher's yellow boards 5 x7½ . Titled in green. This book is RARE in having the affixed signature of the author. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

The Secret of Kilimooin, by Enid Blyton. Published by Basil Blackwell, Oxford. First edition August 1943. 136 pages. Reasonable copy in publisher's pictorial blue boards 6¾ x8½ . Decorated and titled in black. Front and rear inner hinges weak, lacks front free end paper. Covers rubbed on edges of spine and cover slightly soiled and faded. This is now a RARE title and the 24th book in the 'Secret Series'. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

Eustacia Goes to the Chalet School, by Eliner M. Brent-Dyer. Illustrated by Nina K. Brisley. Published by W and R Chambers. Original /first edition August 1930. 318 pages. 4 full-page illustrations. Excellent copy in publisher's red boards 5½ x7½ , titled in gilt. This book also has the RARE pictorial dust wrapper in reasonable condition. The spine of the jacket is detached, chipped and in 2 pieces and contained internally at front of volume. With protective film covering this dust wrapper would be very acceptable. Most RARE for having jacket. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

Fables by G Washington Aesop, illustrations by F. S. Church. Published by W. Mack, London. 54 pages, plus publisher's advertisements. First edition circa. 1878. Publishers' cream boards 4¾ x6¼ . Decorated pictorially in green, titled in black. Generally, good condition. Loose in binding and lacking spine. Now a very RARE item. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

Barbara Lamb, by Cam. Published by John Lane, Bodley Head. First edition of Cam's first book, 1944. 32 pages. Publisher's highly coloured pictorial boards 7½ x9¾ . Fine copy in good dust wrapper which is slightly chipped. RARE. Unpaginated. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

Alladin, retold by and illustrated by S. G. Hulme Beaman. Published by John Lane, the Bodley Head, London. First edition 1924. 40 pages. Fine copy in publisher's red boards 7½ x10 . Titled and decorated in black. Generally, excellent dust wrapper. Magnificent condition for this book now 100 years old. RARE in this condition. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

The Secret Island, by Enid Blyton. Illustrated by E. H. Davie. Coloured frontispiece illustrated by 'JM'. Published by Basil Blackwell, Oxford. First edition September 1938. 190 pages. Reasonable copy (subject to the following description). Publisher's pink boards 6½ x8¼ . Titled in black with publisher's illustration affixed to front board measuring 5¼ x6¼ . Slight chipping to edge of front board. Bottom right corner of board illustration is missing. Damage to the top 3¼ of spine. Slight Staining and fading to boards. This is a very RARE Blyton title and is virtually unobtainable with its illustrations. The external contents of this book are extremely tight and clean. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

The Wizard of Oz, by L. Frank Baum. Published by Hutchinson and Co., London, Melbourne. Undated. 96 pages. Publisher's pictorial boards 5 x7½ . Highly coloured boards lack spine. Number of full plate black and white illustrations. Now a RARE edition. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

The Baby's Bouquet, by Walter Crane. Decorated by Edmund Evans. Published by George Routledge. First edition 1878. Inner hinges slightly weak but generally very good copy in publisher's highly pictorial boards 7½ x7¼ RARE in this condition. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

Little Women Wedded, by Louisa M. Alcott. New edition 1873. Published by Sampson Low, Marston Low and Searle, London. 242 pages plus special notes from publishers of further listing of publications. Low's copyright series of American authors. Every work in this series is either English copyright or published by arrangement with the author. Highly decorated publisher's green boards 4½ x6¼ . Titled in white. Generally, excellent condition. Now RARE. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

The Juvenile Missionary Magazine, Volumes 5 and 6 (1848-1849, January-December), published by the Directors of the London Missionary Society, London 1848. Excellent copy in publishers marbled quarter leather boards. 3¾ x6 . Each volume holds 284 pages, 568 pages in all including index. This joint volume contains many articles, music and many engravings. RARE. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

My Uncle Silas, stories by H. E. Bates. First edition 1939. Drawings by Edward Ardizzone. Published by Jonathan Cape. 191 pages. Generally, very good copy in publishers' pictorial green boards 7½ x10 . Spine shows minor splitting to sides. Requires slight attention. Now a sought-after RARE volume. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

Birthday Greetings, telegram, G.P.O. 7½ x8¼ highly coloured pictorial folded card dated approximately 1973. Designed by Edward Ardizzone. 11 highly pictorial-coloured drawings and part drawings which makes a very attractive and unusual item. RARE. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

Hey Diddle Diddle and Baby Bunting, Picture Book, by R. Caldecott. Published by Frederick Warne. Circa. early 1880s. Publisher's pictorial card covers 9½ x8 . 23 pages. A bright and remarkably excellent copy of this volume, which is now RARE. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

Brer Rabbit Book, by Enid Blyton. Illustrated by Grace Lodge. Published by Latimer House, London. First edition 1948. Publisher's green boards and titled in black. 128 pages. Very good condition. Small inscription to top of front free end paper. Generally, very good dust wrapper with slight tear to bottom of spine. In this very good condition this book is RARE in a very good dust jacket. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

Josephine Keeps House, by Mrs H. C. Cradock. Illustrations by Honor C. Appleton. Published by Blackie. First edition 1931. Excellent condition in publisher's cream pictorial boards 7½ x10 . Generally, very good dust wrapper with small piece missing from the top left side face and small piece missing bottom of spine. RARE in this condition. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens, by J. M. Barrie. Illustrated by Arthur Rackham. Reasonable condition. Published by Hodder and Stoughton. 126 pages. Green cloth pictorial boards 6 x8 . Titled and illustrated in gilt. 14 coloured full page plates with titled tissue guards. Publisher's end papers of Peter Pan's map of Kensington Gardens. Unfortunately, this book lacks its title page and front few pages are slightly loose (probably explaining the loss of the titled page, which could possibly be supplied by the purchaser). As this volume lacks its title page, it is difficult to be precise to the edition of this volume, which could possibly be a first edition? Despite this, it is now RARE. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

The Magazine for Children, by Cricket and Company. Published by the Open Court Publishing Co., London. Offered here are 14 issues of this monthly magazine. The 14 issues are as follows: Volume 1, Nos 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12. Volume 2, Nos 1. Volume 3, Nos. 3, 7 and 10. An interesting magazine in highly illustrated pictorial-coloured covers. Irrespective of the title, it bears no connection to the game of cricket. However, full of articles, drawings and strip cartoons etc. with some notable contributors including Robert Frost, Ted Hughes, James Herriot, Isac Asimov, P. L. Travers, Rudyard Kipling and Trina Schart Hyman etc. The Robert Frost poem is published for the first time in this magazine. A nice collection of this RARE magazine. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

The Greatest Book in the World, by Enid Blyton. Published by the British and Foreign Bible Society, London. Publisher's green boards 5½ x8¾ . Titled in red. First edition 1954. This book was specially written by Miss Enid Blyton to celebrate the Bible Society's 150th anniversary on March 7th, 1954. 63 pages. Excellent copy. The half title page has an inscription as a prize from a Sunday school. Generally, good dust wrapper. Very small piece of plain white paper from top of spine. Now a RARE book. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

The Story of Little Black Mingo, by Helen Bannerman. Published by James Nisbet, London. Second edition. 143 pages. Lacks rear free end paper. Last page in volume taped. Front inner hinge weak. Generally, very good light green pictorial illustrated publisher's boards 3½ x5¼ . Decorated in black and titled in black and red. The second edition of this book is now RARE. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

Aesop's Fables, illustrated by Harry Rountree. Published by the Children's Press, London, Glasgow. Circa. 1938. Unpaginated. 37 fables and very many full page black and white and coloured illustrations. Highly pictorial-coloured boards in magnificent clean as new condition. 8½ x11 . A RARE item in this condition. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

Ride A-Cock Horse to Banbury Cross and A Farmer Went Trotting Upon his Grey Mare, Picture Book, by R. Caldecott. Published by Frederick Warne. Early 1880s. Remarkably excellent condition in publisher's pictorial card covers 9½ x8 . 23 pages. A bright and excellent copy of this RARE item. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

Under the Willow Tree and other stories, by Hans Christian Andersen. Translated by H. W. Dulcken. Contains many illustrations. Published by George Routledge, London. First edition 1869. 153 pages plus 3 pages of publisher's advertisements. Excellent copy in publisher's blue boards, decorated and titled in black and gilt. 4½ x6¾ . Now RARE. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

Little Peoples Annual, made for you by Father Tuck. Writers include A. L. Harris, Grace C. Floyd, E. Tracey, Archer Gurney Slade and Jessie Attwell. Artists include Florence Hardy, Pauline Dunstan, Stavert J. Cash, Louis Wain and Gordon Robinson. Edited by Captain Eric Vredenburg. Published by Raphael Tuck and Sons, publishers to their Majesties the King and Queen. Publishers highly coloured pictorial boards, titled in red and yellow. Circa. 1930s. 8 x10½ . 112 pages. Notable for their contribution as author Jessie Attwell and artist Louis Wain. Excellent condition, now RARE. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

Little Women or Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy, by Louisa M. Alcott. New edition. Published by Sampson Low, Marston Low and Searle, London, 1873. 221 pages plus special notes from publishers of further listing of publications. Low's copyright series of American authors. Every work in this series is either English copyright or published by arrangement with the author. Highly decorated publisher's green boards 4½ x6¼ . Titled in white. Generally, excellent condition. Now RARE. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

Marcus Ward's Fable Picture Book, containing 24 pictures in colour of animals and their master's with Fables from Aesop, told in verse by Hain Friswell. Royal Ulster work publication. Published by Marcus Ward, Convent Garden. Circa 1874. Publishers' pictorial brown boards, decorated in black and gilt and titled in gilt, with gilded vignettes, bright and unscathed. Chromolithograph coloured pages, very bright. Reasonable condition. 8 x11½ . Unpaginated. Loose in binding but complete with excellent boards. Now a RARE and desirable item. First edition. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

New Light Through Old Windows, a series of stories illustrating Fables of Aesop by Gregson Gow. Published by Blackie and Son, London. 1883. 192 pages, plus 32 pages publisher's advertisements. Excellent copy in publisher's blue pictorial boards 5 x7¼ . Decorated and titled in black and gilt. Now quite RARE. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

The Mountain of Adventure, by Enid Blyton. Illustrated by Stuart Tresilian. Published by MacMillan. First edition 1949. 327 pages. Generally, very good copy in publisher's cream pictorial boards 5½ x8 . Slight splitting to paper on front inner hinge. Inscription to top of front free end paper. Generally, good price clipped dust wrapper. Signs of wear to the extreme edges of dust wrapper. Slight wear to spine title of dust wrapper. Very good copy of this now RARE title. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

Little Lord Fauntleroy, by Mrs F. H. Burnett. Published by Frederick Warne. First edition title page date 1886. 269 pages, plus 2 pages publisher's advertisements. Lacks rear free end paper. Very loose binding. Publisher's bevelled edge green boards 6¼ x8¼ ; pictorially decorated and titled in gilt. Damage to bottom of spine with ½ missing from the top. Rear board detached. RARE first edition that needs restoration. Sold with all faults. Internally clean and complete. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99

The Mirror of Literature, Amusement and Instruction, Volume 12, 1828. Published by J. Limbird, London, London. The Mirror is a weekly journal. The issues in this volume run from Saturday July 5th, 1828, to Saturday December 27th, 1828. These weekly issues have some fine engravings mainly consisting of buildings in Britain at the time. It also includes Davy's improved Safety Lamp, Scientific Reflections, Poetry and comments on happenings of the day and Social, Philosophical Reflections. A fine volume. 5½ x8½ in publishers' red quarter leather boards, decorated and titled in gilt with marbled end papers. Now very RARE volume of popular journalism. Single vendor book auction. We combine shipping on all lots. Single book £5.99 UK, £7.99 Europe, £9.99 ROW. We can ship a parcel up to 20kg which will take approx. 40 books in UK £12, EUROPE £39.99, ROW, £59.99