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Lot 7223
A Rolex Oyster Perpetual stainless steel cased wristwatch. Ref. 5500. Calibre 1530 automatic movement no. 28138. Later strap and steel Rolex buckle. Thew T-25 Explorer service dial possibly a later addition to the watch, dial circa 1980's, the case and movement circa 1960's (R) £3000 Clocks & Watches
Lot 278
S. Smith & Son, London A full hunter chronograph pocket watchCase: White metal. Swiss assay marks. Numbered 25xxxx. Stamped 0,935. Width: 52.4mmMovement: Signed. Keyless wound English lever movement. Numbered 25xxxxDial: White enamel dial with Roman numeral hour markers Movement is currently functioning at time of writing. The chronograph function has been tested up to one minute. The centre seconds does not reset to zero. The three quarter plate is a different colour to the base plate and balance cockDial appears to be in a generally good condition with very few noticeable marks visible to the naked eye. It appears free of cracksHands have marks, scratches and tarnishing commensurate with ageCase has noticeable marks and scratches. Some of the edges have some small dentsThe watch glass is missingThis lot does not come with box or a copy of the original manufacturer warranty Please note that we cannot guarantee the working order, timekeeping or water resistance of any watches sold in our auctions. We would recommend to get the best possible performance out of your purchase that you have it serviced by a qualified watchmaker Although every effort is made to identify aftermarket parts, we are unable to guarantee the originality of every part of each lot All lots are sold "as is" and clients are advised to view and inspect items before bidding and they must satisfy themselves as to the condition of every lot All weights and measurements are approximate and provided as a guide only For enquiries about this lot please contact Conrad Cunningham at conrad@kinghamsauctioneers.com
Lot 40
A George V silver mounted pocket watch stand, possibly S Blanckensee & Son Ltd, Chester 1912, of plain polished form with easel to reverse, encompassing an associated silver 'H. Samuel' open faced pocket watch, 10cm high, with a further planished example containing an 8 day pocket watch, 11cm high (2) (at fault)Your attention is drawn to our important notice regarding the Trevanion sale of watches found in our Terms & Conditions, please read this prior to bidding.
Lot 176
A 1970's Omega f300hz 9ct gold watch, the silver baton dial with sweeping second hand, case size 35 mm, numbered 32049722, calibre no. 1250, hallmarked for London 1975, on a calfskin black strap, with paperwork, presentation box, travel case and bag of service parts. Recently fully serviced by Omega in 2024.
Lot 69
A Bulova 18ct. gold gentleman's wrist watch, cal. 11 ALL, c.1960's, manual movement, having signed circular gold dial with applied gold baton indices, 31mm wide 18ct. gold brushed finish cushion case, Bulova crown, to associated 18ct. gold bracelet, in working order, (gross weight 65.2g), in original Bulova box and outer card box.
Lot 837
CLASSIC PSYCH/ WEST COAST - LP COLLECTION. A quality collection of around 42 psych LPs. Artists/ titles include 13th Floor Elevators inc Live (x2) inc (LIK30 & WIK82). The Purple Gang - Granny Takes A Trip, July - Dandelion Seeds. Power Plant - The Golden Dawn. Nazz inc Nazz, Nazz II. Naz Nomad & The Nightmars inc Give Daddy The Night Candy. Creation - How Does it Feel To Feel. Colour Dreams, The Electric Prunes inc I Had Too Much To Dream Last Night, Underground, Long Day's Flight. The Velvet Underground inc Loaded & S/T & Nico. Basement Walls, Chocolate Watch Band, The Open Mind, Pebbles, Grateful Dead (x5), Jerry Garcia, Love, Kaleidoscope, David Laflamme, Jefferson Airplane. Condition is generally VG+ to Ex+, odd one may drop below.
Lot 309
Omega Lady's 9ct gold wristwatch with a circular white enamelled dial with Arabic numerals and seconds dial enclosing a Swiss side-wind movement, in a Dennison case, Birmingham, 1927, on a Hirsch black leather strap, 27mm, and a 9ct gold watch with a Swiss side-wind movement, on a plated expandable strap, Import marks, by G S, London, 1926, 25mm, (both working when catalogued). (2)
Lot 289
George III pair cased pocket watch with a circular white enamelled dial, black Roman numerals, enclosing a fusee movement inscribed “Cha Vincent, Coventry 582”, in a silver case and outer case, maker’s mark indistinct, London 1815, 51 mm, 59 mm overall, and a William IV pocket watch with a circular white enamelled dial, black Arabic numerals, enclosing a fusee movement inscribed “S Fg, London 49237”, in a silver case by KP, GB, London 1830, the back inscribed “Mary C”, 47 mm, and a box (1st. watch, dial cracked and repaired) (3)
Lot 313
A 1970's Stainless Steel Omega Bracelet, deployant clasp dated 2-71 and numbered 12, a Rolex Dial/Movement and a Longines Dial/Movement, Omega Quartz De Ville Wristwatch, Chrome Plated Rotary Manual Wound Wristwatch, Smiths Empire Wristwatch, Junghans Wristwatch, selection of watch movements and other wristwatches, (Qty)
Lot 369
A mid-18thC Isaac Hadwen II silver cased verge pocket watch, the fusee movement signed in scrolling letters 'Isaac Hadwen Liverpool' and numbered '189', with square baluster pillars, three arm balance, silvered regulating disc, pierced engraved balance bridge, worn white enamel face with Roman numerals and remains of single hand, contained in a plain silver case stamped 'IL 189' with single lion's head hallmark to interior and hand-engraved 'J Mores', the plain outer case stamped to the interior 'IL' and with London hallmarks for 1759, together with a partially rusted chain and partial key, movement diam 3.5cm, outer case diam 4.8cm.FOOTNOTE: Pocket watches by any of the Hadwen family of clockmakers appear to be scarcely found. Isaac Hadwen II (1723-1767) was the son of the notable Lancashire clockmaker Isaac Hadwen (1687-1737). He was recorded as working in Liverpool from 1745-67, with the family having moved there from Tunstall in 1737. He was a prolific and prosperous clockmaker and was known for high quality, grand Liverpool-styled clocks made during his short life. His wife continued the business after his death, until his son Isaac Hadwen III (1753-1842) took over in 1777. All are listed by the great clock expert, restorer, researcher and dealer Brian Loomes in his book 'Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World' and 'Clockmakers of Northern England'.CONDITION: In need of full restoration and a lot of TLC. The cases are worn, scratched and tarnished and in need of a polish. The outer case has a few shallow dents and a hole that has been covered from the inside with a rusted iron(?) thin bar. Some iron parts are rusted. The top of the bail appears to have been replaced with a base metal loop replacing a worn predecessor. The mechanism appears complete with moving parts, but has not been examined or taken apart to ensure that it is complete. The face is worn and scratched and retains only a small part of one hand, as photographed. The mica (?) dial cover is scratched and slightly chipped at the edges. A great restoration project piece!Packing & Shipping Let us take the hassle of sorting out packing and shipping from you. Mark Hill Auctions is delighted to be able offer the buyer an in-house packing and shipping service for this lot. We use UPS for shipping and all packages are sent insured with a tracked service. We do not ship without insurance. We do not use any other service such as Royal Mail, FEDEX or DHL.Please see below for estimated packing and shipping prices: UK (Estimated): £14.00 USA (Estimated): £25.00 EU (Estimated): £20.00 R.O.W. (Estimated): £38.50In addition to these packing and shipping estimates, insurance will be charged as described below.INSURANCE We only ship with insurance. Insurance costs 1.5% of the total of the hammer price plus buyer’s premium and any applicable VAT, so you can work this cost out yourself when you have won a lot and received your invoice. As such, the price for insurance will be added to the above estimates if you request your item(s) to be shipped. HOW TO REQUEST SHIPPING To request packing and shipping, please wait for your invoice to arrive by email and click on the ‘Request Postage’ button on your invoice, or contact us by email at admin@markhillauctions.com requesting packing and shipping for your lot(s). The actual packing, shipping and insurance cost will then be added to your invoice and your invoice will be resent to you for payment. VAT All above quoted packing, shipping and insurance prices will have VAT added at 20%.IMPORTANT When you request your lot(s) to be packed and shipped, you understand and agree that you are committing to pay for packing and shipping because, in order for us to give you an accurate cost, we need to pack the lot(s) to ascertain the final weight and size. By doing that, we have already incurred cost by spending time and using materials to pack your lot(s). Therefore this charge must be paid, even if you later decide to collect your lot. Please note that this packing and shipping service is undertaken entirely at the buyer’s risk. Whilst we are careful and experienced and take the utmost care to pack items as well as we can, we cannot be held responsible for any damage to, or loss of, items packed and sent to you. By paying for our in-house packing and shipping service, the buyer agrees that any items are sent entirely at their own risk and that no compensation can be offered by us for any loss or damage. Lots must be paid for in full before they will be packed and released.MULTIPLE PURCHASES The estimates above are for this lot only. If you buy multiple lots from this auction, they can be combined where possible into one or more packages - size, shape and weight permitting. For these packages containing multiple lots, you will receive a discount of 17.5% of the total of the applicable quotes listed for those lots. IMPORT DUTIES When your item(s) arrive in your country, import duties & taxes and other service charges may be payable before goods are released to you. These duties, taxes and charges vary for each country and are entirely your responsibility and must be paid by you. Please note that we have no way of knowing what they will be. 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Lot 370
A 14ct gold plated gentleman's pocket watch, the unmarked white enamel dial with Roman numerals and subsidiary seconds dial, and blued steel hands, the inside of the outer back stamped 'ILLINOIS WATCH CASE CO ELGIN U.S.A.' and numbered '539011', the interior of the inner back stamped 'GUARANTEED TO BE MADE OF TWO PLATES OF 14CT GOLD WITH PLATE OF COMPOSITION BETWEEN AND TO WEAR 20 YEARS' and numbered '539011', the unmarked movement with serial number 'No.694011, 5cm diam.Condition: Mechanism working and running, but no guarantee of this continuing or keeping accurate time. Surface wear such as scratches to case exterior, and scratches to interior where sharp implements have been used to open the case. Light surface dents to machine engraved back. Face without apparent losses or restoration, and clean, crisp and bright.Packing & Shipping Let us take the hassle of sorting out packing and shipping from you. Mark Hill Auctions is delighted to be able offer the buyer an in-house packing and shipping service for this lot. We use UPS for shipping and all packages are sent insured with a tracked service. We do not ship without insurance. We do not use any other service such as Royal Mail, FEDEX or DHL.Please see below for estimated packing and shipping prices: UK (Estimated): £14.00USA (Estimated): £25.00 EU (Estimated): £20.00 R.O.W. (Estimated): £38.50In addition to these packing and shipping estimates, insurance will be charged as described below.INSURANCE We only ship with insurance. Insurance costs 1.5% of the total of the hammer price plus buyer’s premium and any applicable VAT, so you can work this cost out yourself when you have won a lot and received your invoice. As such, the price for insurance will be added to the above estimates if you request your item(s) to be shipped.HOW TO REQUEST SHIPPING To request packing and shipping, please wait for your invoice to arrive by email and click on the ‘Request Postage’ button on your invoice, or contact us by email at admin@markhillauctions.com requesting packing and shipping for your lot(s). The actual packing, shipping and insurance cost will then be added to your invoice and your invoice will be resent to you for payment. VAT All above quoted packing, shipping and insurance prices will have VAT added at 20%.IMPORTANT When you request your lot(s) to be packed and shipped, you understand and agree that you are committing to pay for packing and shipping because, in order for us to give you an accurate cost, we need to pack the lot(s) to ascertain the final weight and size. By doing that, we have already incurred cost by spending time and using materials to pack your lot(s). Therefore this charge must be paid, even if you later decide to collect your lot.Please note that this packing and shipping service is undertaken entirely at the buyer’s risk. Whilst we are careful and experienced and take the utmost care to pack items as well as we can, we cannot be held responsible for any damage to, or loss of, items packed and sent to you. By paying for our in-house packing and shipping service, the buyer agrees that any items are sent entirely at their own risk and that no compensation can be offered by us for any loss or damage. Lots must be paid for in full before they will be packed and released.MULTIPLE PURCHASES The estimates above are for this lot only. If you buy multiple lots from this auction, they can be combined where possible into one or more packages - size, shape and weight permitting. For these packages containing multiple lots, you will receive a discount of 17.5% of the total of the applicable quotes listed for those lots. IMPORT DUTIES When your item(s) arrive in your country, import duties & taxes and other service charges may be payable before goods are released to you. These duties, taxes and charges vary for each country and are entirely your responsibility and must be paid by you. Please note that we have no way of knowing what they will be. If you do not pay these charges, your item(s) will be returned to us.
Lot 383
Family group:The exceptional and poignant Q.P.M. for Gallantry group of seven awarded to Sergeant 1st Class W. W. Riley, New South Wales Police, who was murdered by a deranged gunman he attempted to apprehend in the Sydney suburb of Toongabbie in September 1971Queen's Police Medal, for Gallantry, E.II.R. (William W. Riley, Sgt. Cl. 1, New South Wales Police); 1939-45 Star; Pacific Star; War Medal 1939-45; Australian Service Medal 1939-45, these four officially impressed 'NX. 90169 W. W. Riley'; Australian Service Medal 1945-75, clasp, S.W. Pacific; Police Exemplary Service Medal, E.II.R. (William R. Riley), the last officially inscribed on pre-prepared ground, together with his 'Returned from Active Service' badge, officially numbered '170866', assorted N.S.W. Police Force badges (4), and a metalled nameplate from his burial service, good very fine (7)The Great War campaign group of three awarded to his father, Sergeant C. U. Riley, Gordon Highlanders1914-15 Star (S. 4226 Sjt. C. W. Riley, Gord. Highrs.), note second initial; British War and Victory Medals (S. 4226 Sjt. C. U. Riley, Gord. Highrs.), minor contact wear, very fine or better (3)Q.P.M. London Gazette 25 May 1972:'The Queen has been pleased to award the Queen's Police Medal for Gallantry to the late Sergeant 1st Class William Watson Riley and the late Sergeant 3rd Class Maurice Raymond McDiarmid, both of the New South Wales Police Force, in recognition of their gallant conduct in the following circumstances:At a house in Toongabbie on 30 September 1971, Sergeants Riley and McDiarmid attempted to apprehend Ronald Desmond Clarke whom they knew to be armed and to have killed his brother and raped a woman. Sergeant McDiarmid forced an entry through the rear door of the house and Sergeant Riley gained an entry through the front door. Both policemen were armed with revolvers. In the events which followed three shots were fired by Clarke, two fatally wounding Sergeant Riley and the third inflicting grievous wounds to the head of Sergeant McDiarmid who died shortly afterwards. Neither officer fired his own revolver. Sergeant Riley and Sergeant McDiarmid both showed outstanding courage and devotion to duty and upheld the high traditions of the New South Wales Police Force.'William Watson Riley was born in Motherwell, Scotland on 22 February 1921, the son of Great War veteran Cecil Urquhart Riley. The family migrated to Australia when he was a child, and William was working as an orchardist when he enlisted in the Permanent Australian Military Forces (A.M.F.) in April 1940, aged 19.Having then served in the A.M.F. as a driver in the Australian Army Service Corps, he took his discharge in March 1942 and immediately re-enlisted in the Australian Imperial Force. Posted to the Guerilla Warfare School in Melbourne, he joined the 2/6th Independent Company (Commando) in May 1942. By the time of his discharge from 2/9th Australian General Hospital in December 1945, he had served for two years on active operations in Morotai and New Guinea.Riley next joined the New South Wales Police, attending the Sydney Metropolitan Training Depot before taking up traffic duties at Camperdown and Regent Street police stations. In May 1947 he qualified as a solo motor cyclist and in August 1949 as a motor driver. In November 1950 he received his first commendation when, off duty, he rendered valuable service in combatting a fire which occurred at the railway depot at Bowenfels.Advanced to Constable 1st Class in December 1952 and to Senior Constable in July 1958, he received another commendation in the summer of 1959, his service record stating:'Commended for the excellent work performed, under adverse conditions, during the search for Bryan Thomas Bullock and Anthony James Forster who escaped from Berrima Training Centre on 29 May 1959, and were recaptured by Police near Bigga on 3 June 1959.'For much of the coming decade Riley was employed on general duties - at Bathurst, Parramatta and Blackdown stations - and he received further advancement to Sergeant 3rd Class in March 1960 and to Sergeant 2nd Class in July 1967. He was also awarded his Police Exemplary Service Medal in September 1968.A 'blood bath'Of the above cited events in Toongabbie on 30 September 1971, numerous reports appeared in the Australian press. For it was indeed - as observed by an eyewitness to those events - a blood bath. There were four fatalities within a matter of hours.Riley and McDiarmid were serving at Blackdown Police Station at the time, when a distraught women rushed in and reported a shooting and her rape at 1 Mimosa Avenue. It was later ascertained that a heavily armed and desperate gunman, Ronald Clarke, aged 23, had earlier shot his brother there.Both officers were dispatched to the address in question, in order to investigate further, although it was believed the gunman had long since fled the scene. He hadn't. He was preparing to dispose of his brother's body when the two officers arrived. The offender ran to the rear of the house and McDiarmid did likewise, making a forced entry at the back door, before being fatally wounded from a shot delivered by Clarke. Riley, meanwhile, made a forced entry at the front door, only to be twice shot by Clarke with a .22 rifle, one bullet lodging in lodging in his spine and the other fracturing his skull. The wounds were fatal and he died instantly, but McDiarmid survived his wounds a little longer, dying in an ambulance on his way to Blackdown General Hospital.Clarke sped off in a getaway car but was tracked down by a pair of patrol officers in the suburb of Lurnea. They rammed the fugitive's vehicle off the road and one of the officers - on being threatened with a revolver - shot him dead.The tragic scene at 1 Mimosa Avenue was later described by a neighbour in a newspaper report:"I went around the back of the house and saw a policeman's bloody hand grasping the door," she said."It was horrible … I'll never forget it."Mrs. Roberts said that when she reached Constable McDiarmid, he was slummed in the doorway."He was sitting in the doorway with his face shot away.""He was still conscious but couldn't talk," she said."He kept pointing inside the house."When she went in, she found Sergeant Riley lying dead in the lounge room.In the bedroom, she found the body of Warren Clarke, wrapped up in sheets."The house was a blood bath from front to back," she said."I rushed out and stopped a bread delivery woman who went to contact the ambulance. Then I ran to a neighbour's house to tell her what had happened."Mrs. Roberts said she and her neighbour, Mrs. Dawn Harris, went back to the house and tried to help the dying constable until an ambulance arrived.'Both officers were buried with full police honours, as related in another newspaper report:"Blacktown came to a standstill yesterday to pay tribute to Sergeant William Riley and Senior Constable McDiarmid who were shot dead last week.A hush fell over the town and thousands of people lines the streets to watch the almost mile-long funeral cortege pass by.Others crowded windows and rooftops of buildings and the railway bridge along the route.Simultaneously, police lined up outside every police station in the State and observed two minutes silence in honour of their dead comrades … a joint funeral.'Both men were posthumously promoted and awarded the Queen's Police Medal for Gallantry, Riley to Sergeant 1st Class. He left a widow and two children.Sold with a file of comprehensive research, including numerous police, eyewitness and newspape…
Lot 92
An 'Arnhem P.O.W.' group of five awarded to Corporal R. S. Telford, 7th Battalion, King's Own Scottish Borderers, who went 'in the bag' on 23 September during a fierce tank attack on the Battalion's perimeter1939-45 Star; France and Germany Star; Defence and War Medals 1939-45; Cadet Forces, E.II.R. (WO. R. S. Telford. A.T.C.), sold together with the recipient's dog tags and soldier's release book, light pitting and contact marks, very fine (5)Robert Smith Telford was born on 13 June 1919, a native of Dumfriesshire and enlisted on 1 September 1939 with the King's Own Scottish Borderers. Joining the 7th (Galloway) Battalion he was with them in Scotland during the Fall of France, indeed the Battalion was not to leave Britain for some time. They transferred to the 1st Air Landing Brigade in 1943 and continued to train with them until the D-Day Landings.7th Battalion took off on 17 September 1944 for Operation Market Garden, landing in the Ede area in 1944 and initially all went well. The next day however they came under attack by several parties of German troops with armoured vehicles in support, a situation which would become increasingly familiar over the next week of fighting.Moving off they fought a sharp action at Johanna Hoeve farm but managed to repel a German attack and continue on towards Arnhem. Arriving at Oosterbeek, some 5 kilometeres west of Arnhem on 19 September they dug in there to assume their corner of the perimeter. The enemy started to probe their lines not long later, and by 09:00 on 20 September they had established the Battalion's positions allowing the battle to begin in earnest. Some of the ferocity of the fighting can be ascertained from the war diary which notes the first armoured 'kill' made by the unit:'The first "kill" was an armoured car which was blown up and set on fire by the atk gun covering the NORTH face. Later another atk gun under Lt HANNAH, and escorted by a Pl of B Coy, went out to watch the rd leading SOUTH from the rd and rly crossing at 699791. Soon after it was in posn a TIGER tk, towing a flame-throwing apparatus, appeared and a spirited action took place. As a result of the courageous behaviour of our atk gun crew, and of Cpl WATSON and Pte McWHIRTER in particular, the TIGER tk was completely knocked out and the crew killed.'Through that day and the next, 7th Battalion halted the enemy advance, unable to withdraw due to constant pressure and concern over losing their limited equipment in the dark. A break in the attacks on 22 September allowed them the chance to reform and prepare their positions for another attack, however they could not have been prepared for the forces ranged against them.A heavy barrage opened the day and at around 11:00 'B' Company came under heavy attack by a force of tanks with infantry and artillery support. Their anti-tank gun was knocked out, forcing them back from a line of buildings, however they gamely held on to their slit trenches and bunkers, fighting for every yard. Their partial withdrawal allowed the German infantry to push onto the flank of 'C' company who also came under attack from Armoured cars to their front.Soon the action became an attempt by the Germans to consolidate a piece of their hard won gains in the face of heavy fire and counter-attacks by the Battalion. They were able to prepare machine gun positions in the wood between 'B' and 'C' companies, thus keeping that gap open and completing their objective.The only option was a counter-attack which was carried out by 'C' Company, who despite several losses managed to retake the wood and capture a number of the enemy. The line re-established they managed to hold off further attacks for the rest of the day, taking a tally of German tanks, damaged or destroyed in the process. It was noted in the war diary that the Regimental Aid Post was full to bursting as the Medical Aid Post had fallen into enemy hands, suggesting that some areas of the perimeter were still occupied by the enemy.Telford is listed as being taken prisoner of war during the days fighting, it is likely he was a victim of the morning offensive which almost saw the line break. Taken to Stalag 11B at Fallingbostel he remained there until being repatriated at the end of the war. Upon his return to the British Army he was posted to a Holding Regiment, Royal Artillery but saw no service with them instead being demobilised on 11 April 1946. Later joining the Cadet Forces he was awarded the Cadet Forces medal with them. Telford died in Dumfries on 8 December 1898 and is buried at Lockerbie; sold together with copied research, a set of original dog tags and an original soldier's release book named to the recipient.…
Lot 97
A rare Second World War tunneller's 'Gibraltar Key' group of seven awarded to Major D. Taylor, Royal Canadian Engineers, who was subsequently killed in action in Italy in September 19441939-45 Star; Italy Star; Canadian Voluntary Service Medal 1939-45, with overseas clasp; Defence and War Medals 1939-45, silver, in their boxes of issue, together with Canadian Memorial Crosses, G.VI.R. (2), silver, both officially inscribed 'Major D. Taylor' and in their cases of issue, and Royal Canadian Engineers' Gibraltar Key award 1941-42, for use as a watch fob, the reverse officially engraved, 'Major D. Taylor', silver, by B. M. & Co., in its case of issue, extremely fine (8)Around 325 Gibraltar Key awards were issued to Canadian Engineers for their drilling and tunnelling work on the Rock during the last war, few of which appear to have survived. Struck in silver by the Wartime Mining Association in Canada - and based on a design by Sapper R. J. Cunningham, No. 2 Tunnelling Company, R.C.E. - the first awards were presented by General A. G. L. McNaughton, a fellow Canadian, at a special ceremony held on 27 March 1943.David Taylor was born in Surbiton, Surrey on 28 October 1911 but was working as a bank teller in Canada by the outbreak of hostilities. Enlisting in the Royal Canadian Engineers in Toronto in January 1940, direct from an appointment in the Militia, he was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant and embarked for the U.K.The RockIn November 1940, at the head of No. 1 Tunnelling Company, R.C.E. - a detachment of four officers and 99 men - Taylor arrived for duties in Gibraltar, the first Canadian troops to ever be stationed on the Rock. His sappers were to use their special skills in diamond drilling and hard-rock mining in close co-operation with the Royal Engineers, to develop and perfect the subterranean works required to bolster the Rock's defences. They arrived with 219 cases of equipment and were soon at work, the arrival of No. 2 Tunnelling Company in March 1941 adding to the valuable work undertaken by the Canadians.That work is described at length in Major George F. G. Stanley's article Canadian Tunnellers at Gibraltar, which was published in the Canadian Geographical Journal in June 1944, and a copy of which is included. But by way of eye-opening statistics, it is said that excavation work in Gibraltar in the last war amounted to shifting 1,087,905 cubic yards of rock and rubble.ItalyTaylor finally departed Gibraltar for the U.K. in early 1942, where he was posted to the Shetlands to carry out work on an old iron mine near Sollum. Having then been advanced to Major at the year's end, and taken command of No. 1 Tunnelling Company, he was embarked for Naples, Italy in January 1944.The unit then moved to Bianchi to help construct an underground Command Centre, where it was re-titled No. 1 Drilling Company, R.C.E., followed by further construction work at Taranto, Cassino and elsewhere. Tragically, however, as related in the pages of The History of the Corps of Royal Canadian Engineers, Taylor met his end in the course of subsequent operations:'On 1 September [1944] Major D. Taylor was killed while making too early a reconnaissance in Pesaro, on the Polish front. Company Sergeant-Major S. Dempster lost his life at the same time. Captain J. M. Thompson was driving their jeep; while he turned it around, Taylor and Dempster went to make a last check of the area before returning to camp and ran into an ambush. Thompson managed to avoid capture and escaped to take over command as Major. It had been understood that the town was clear of enemy and they had passed through the Polish troops on the outskirts without receiving any information to the contrary.'Taylor, who left a widow, was buried in Ancona Military Cemetery; sold with copied research, including a statement of services that credits him with a mention in despatches.…
Lot 324
A 1951 O.B.E. group of eight awarded to Major P. J. B. Knight, South Staffordshire Regiment, the recipient of a rare Korea Medal named to his unitThe Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, 2nd Type, Military Division, Officer's (O.B.E.) breast Badge, silver-gilt; 1939-45 Star; Defence and War Medals 1939-45; General Service 1918-62, 2 clasps, Malaya, Cyprus (Major P. J. B. Knight. S. Staffords.), 2nd clasp loose upon riband; Korea 1950-53 (Major P. J. B. Knight. O.B.E. S. Staffords.); U.N. Korea 1950-54; Efficiency Medal, Territorial, G.VI.R. (Capt. P. J. B. Knight. S. Staffords.), mounted court-style as worn by Spink & Son, traces of lacquer, minor official correction to unit on sixth, very fine (8)O.B.E. London Gazette 1 January 1951:'...in recognition of non-operational services in Japan in connection with operations in Korea.'The original recommendation from Air Vice-Marshal C. A. Bouchier, Senior British Liaison Officer, covering the period 25 August-16 November 1950 states:'Early in August 1950 the British 27th Brigade was ordered to move from Hong Kong direct to Korea for active service. At the same time GHQ FARELF appointed and sent Major Knight from Singapore to act as DAAG of FARELF Advance Liaison Detachment in Tokyo. The British Brigade was logistically supported throughout by American GHQ, Far East Command located in Tokyo.From the moment this Officer arrived in Tokyo he set about organising his office and his staff to serve the interests and to watch over the administrative welfare and well being of the British Brigade in Korea. In co-operation with the American authorities he organised all pay, postal and hospital arrangements as also all military movements by sea, land and air for troop reinforcements coming into Japan and Korea for the Brigade including the evacuation of the sick and wounded back to Hong Kong.This Officer has been a tower of strength to me in his selfless devotion and untiring efforts, without a break of any kind, to meet not every Service need and official requirement in respect of the Brigade but, indeed, to provide also the daily needs and necessities of life for all Officers and men of the British Brigade fighting under the primitive conditions in Korea. Particularly his work, personal visits, thought and care for the financial, physical and mental well being of our sick and wounded in the various American hospitals in Japan has been beyond praise.Major Knight repeatedly visited the Brigade in the front line in Korea with the object of speeding up the reporting of British casualties and improving administration generally. His visits were always greatly welcomed by the Brigade for from the outset it was quite obvious that this Officer had but one purpose - how best he could serve them. I most strongly recommend of this Officer the O.B.E.'Paul James Banks Knight was commissioned 2nd Lieutenant on 5 July 1941 and was awarded his E.M. in May 1950. Given his unit did not serve in the Korean War, this would be very rare to an Officer; sold together with various relevant buttons and cloth badges, including five 'South Stafford' airborne cloth badges.For his miniature dress medals, please see Lot 445.…
Lot 409
A quantity of costume jewellery, 2 ladies Rotary watches and collectables housed in a 1970's cream jewellery box, 2 watch boxes and a later brown Dulwich Designs case to include a Napier gold tone and white crystal necklace, Monet necklaces, gold tone chains, a rolled gold heavy chain necklace 42g, vintage bead necklaces, a gold tone compact, simulated pearl necklaces and vintage brooches, a Scottish hard stone brooch, an engraved silver hinged bangle, an 'Exquisite' gold tone grapevine brooch Location: TABLE/RABIf there is no condition report, please request
Lot 439
A group of 1920's mechanical watches, comprising:a 9ct gold mechanical watch,London import hallmark 1925, on a rolled gold bracelet with ladder snap clasp,a 9ct gold watch,London import hallmark 1924, on a gilt stainless steel expandable bracelet, and a rolled gold mechanical watch head,65.16g gross total (3)Condition Report9ct gold mechanical watch with rolled gold bracelet currently running, winds and ticking at time of cataloguing. No guarantee as to timekeeping or continued running.Stainless steel bracelet watch and watch head not currently running.Discolouration to dials.Marks and scratches to surfaces.Tarnish.
Lot 444
A group of silver pocket watches, comprising a silver key wind open faced fusee pocket watch, movement signed D&W.Morice, London 1843, a silver key wind open faced fusee pocket watch, movement signed S Lelli, London 1843, a silver key wind open faced pocket watch, movement signed Isreal Jacobs, Chester 1890, a silver key wind open faced pocket watch, movement signed Vince, London 1848, a top wind open faced pocket watch, movement signed Oxford, tested as silver, and a base metal top wind open faced pocket watch, by ElginSilver 582.00g total (6)Condition ReportFive currently running, winding and ticking at time of cataloguing. No guarantee as to timekeeping or continued running.Open faced engraved dial pocket watch, signed Vince, not currently running.Font case does not fully close to Isreal Jacobs signed pocket watch.Marks and scratches to surfaces.Tarnish.
Lot 89
A distinguished Elgin National Watch Co. 14K gold hunter case pocket watch, showcasing the timeless craftsmanship of American horology. This exquisite timepiece features a finely detailed gold case, adorned with an elegant floral and geometric engraving on both sides, with one side bearing the initials "M.A.D." The case is stamped "Warranted 14K U.S. Assay" with serial number 54276, signifying its solid gold composition. The watch houses a manual wind movement, marked "Elgin Natl Watch Co." with serial number 4486637, dating its production to the late 19th century. The pristine white dial is accented with black Roman numerals, a subsidiary seconds dial, and delicate blued steel hands, all protected within the polished hunter case. The interior of the case reveals the intricate mechanics, displaying finely cut gears and a beautifully engraved balance bridge, characteristic of Elgin’s superior watchmaking. A magnificent collector’s piece and a fine representation of 19th-century American watchmaking, this Elgin pocket watch is a must-have for enthusiasts and vintage timepiece collectors.Issued: 19th centuryDimensions: 1.5"L x 2.5"HCondition: Age related wear. Functionality not guaranteed. Small cracks visible on the dial face.
Lot 86
This antique 800 coin silver pocket watch showcases timeless craftsmanship with its beautifully detailed guilloche-engraved case featuring an ornate shield cartouche. The watch face is adorned with a white enamel dial, bold black Arabic numerals, and intricate gold-tone filigree hands, exuding an air of sophistication and old-world charm. Encased in a sturdy yet elegant silver body, the timepiece bears signs of age and use, adding to its historical allure. The delicate winding crown and decorative bow complete the classic aesthetic of this exquisite pocket watch, making it a collector’s piece or a striking addition to any vintage horology collection.Issued: Late 19th to early 20th centuryDimensions: 1.25"L x 1.5"HCondition: Age related wear. Functionality not guaranteed.
Lot 88
Fine craftsmanship meets timeless elegance in this Elgin B.W. Raymond pocket watch. This antique timepiece features a pristine white dial adorned with Roman numerals and delicate gold-tone floral embellishments, showcasing Elgin’s dedication to detail. The watch is powered by a high-grade 17-jewel movement, marked "Elgin, 17 Jewels, B.W. Raymond, 5782899" when opened, a testament to its precision engineering. Encased in a smooth silver-tone case with a patina reflecting its history, the watch is complemented by a vintage suede strap. A sought-after collector’s piece, this Elgin pocket watch embodies the legacy of American watchmaking.Issued: Early 20th CenturyDimensions: 2.25" dia. Condition: Age related wear. Functionality not guaranteed. The face of the watch has a visible crack, consistent with its age and use.
Lot 126
A finely crafted vintage Waltham wristwatch featuring an exquisite octagonal case marked 6/OW Keystone Watchcase J. Boss 14K Gold Filled with serial number 1503616. The watch houses a 15-jewel mechanical movement, proudly engraved with Waltham U.S.A. and the designation Sapphire, alongside serial number 25 853346. The intricate movement showcases precision engineering, with visible gearwork and finely detailed components. The case is adorned with delicate engravings along its edges, reflecting the timeless elegance of early 20th-century design. The watch is completed with a period-style black fabric strap, lending an authentic vintage appeal. A remarkable piece for collectors of early American timepieces, this Waltham wristwatch exemplifies the brand’s legacy of craftsmanship and innovation. Wristwatch measures 7.5"L when fully extended.Issued: Early 20th centuryDimensions: See DescriptionCondition: Age related wear. Functionality not guaranteed.
Lot 85
This finely crafted antique gold pocket watch by Ami Richard features an ornately engraved case with intricate scrollwork, a scenic engraving, and a shield cartouche. The interior reveals a beautifully preserved mechanism with 'Patent Lever' and 'Full Jewelled' markings, highlighting its high-quality construction. Accompanied by its original winding keys, this timepiece remains a remarkable example of precision horology. Housed in its original fitted wooden box, this watch is a distinguished collector’s item.Issued: 19th centuryDimensions: 1.75"L x 2.5"HCondition: Age related wear. Tested using a PuriTEST gold testing kit. The reaction indicates that the case falls between 14K and 18K gold, though no hallmark or stamp was found to confirm the exact purity.
Lot 90
A finely crafted Elgin National Watch Co. hunter case pocket watch, featuring an exquisite engraved gold case with intricate floral and scrollwork designs. The front and back covers display elegant repousse detailing, including a pastoral scene with a home, enhancing its aesthetic appeal. The watch face exhibits a classic white enamel dial with black Roman numerals, an outer minute track, and a sub-second dial at the six o’clock position. The hands are delicately shaped, complementing the refined appearance of this timepiece. The movement, marked with serial number 4430491, identifies this as a 19th-century Elgin timepiece, likely dating to the early 1890s. The movement is ornately decorated and features the signature of Elgin National Watch Co., a prestigious American watchmaker known for precision and craftsmanship. A timeless collector’s piece, this pocket watch exemplifies the artistry of the late 19th century and remains a remarkable addition for horology enthusiasts.Issued: 19th centuryDimensions: 1.75"L x 2.5"HCondition: "Age related wear. Functionality not guaranteed. Tested using a PuriTEST gold testing kit. The reaction indicates that the case falls between 14K and 18K gold, though no hallmark or stamp was found to confirm the exact purity. Missing the front clear cover.
Lot 113
A sophisticated Ecclissi wristwatch crafted with a sterling silver case and a bracelet marked 925, offering a blend of durability and refined style. The watch features a square case design with a clean, easy-to-read dial marked with bold Arabic numerals and an inner minute track. The stainless steel back ensures lasting resilience, while the Japan quartz movement provides precise timekeeping. The bracelet’s substantial link design adds a bold, statement look, with a secure clasp for comfortable wear. Visible patina enhances the vintage appeal of this fine timepiece, making it a great addition to any collection. Measures 7.75"L when fully extended.Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: See DescriptionCondition: Age related wear.
Lot 92
An antique Waltham pocket watch with a gold case, featuring an engraved presentation dedication reading: “Presented to M.J. Deeir For Meritorious Work By W.A. Tripp Mgr.†This elegant timepiece has a classic white dial with black Arabic numerals, red minute markers, and a subsidiary seconds dial at the six o’clock position. The movement is marked A.W.W. Co. Waltham Mass. with serial number 11748568, dating its production to the early 20th century. The inner case bears the number 3172430. A refined and historically significant collector’s piece, perfect for vintage timepiece enthusiasts.Issued: Early 20th centuryDimensions: 2"L x 2.75"HCondition: Age related wear. Functionality not guaranteed. Gold testing using a PuriTEST gold testing kit suggests the case falls between 14K and 18K gold, though no hallmark or stamp was found to confirm the exact purity. Hairline cracks on dial face.
Lot 195
Gents 1960's Peter Trevor Wrist Watch. The watch has a good quality Swiss 25-jewel automatic movement which is working nicely, The watch measures 33 mm diameter excluding the winding crown and the lugs. The main body of the case is gold plated and its in lovely condition, just a little marking to the back of the watch, it should be kept away from water and moisture. The lens is in good condition, The Dial is signed with the name of the original retailer Peter Trevor & Co ltd, Regent St, WI, The dial is in its original finish with original hands, centre seconds hand and date display ( an early form of quickset date which is initially set by repeatedly turning the hands backwards and forwards between 12 midnight and 7.30 pm until the desired date is reached ) A New leather strap has been fitted.
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