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A DSO Group of Eight Medals to Vice Admiral Harry Rowlandson Godfrey RN, comprising C.B., D.S.O., China War Medal, African General Service Medal with Somaliland 1902-04 clasp, 1914-15 Star, War Medal, Victory Medal with M.I.D. oakleaf and American Distinguished Service Medal, framed and glazed, together with assorted photographs in uniform and family portraits, a watercolour depicting HMS Britannia, 31 x 47cm, a Book of Common Prayer with hand written frontis piece giving dates were Christmas was spent from 1892 - 1926, the back page is hand written with dates and ships served on from 1890 - 1926.
A Yellow Diamond Solitaire Ring in a platinum setting shouldered by white triangular cuts, size J, stamped PLAT, c. 9.34mm stone, estimated VS/VVS, 4.14g
Jewellery, Watches, Silver and Furniture
Mon 13th January 2025 from 10am
Exmouth, Devon
After the antique, a bronze study 'The Dancing Faun of Pompeii' raised on a rectangular plinth base, 49cm high.
Antiques, Militaria, Furniture, Ceramics, etc.
Wed 20th November 2024 from 10am
Exmouth, Devon
Mego Corp Vintage Batman 5 1/2" Action Figure, Die Cast Metal and Plastic, fully jointed, No. 91503, copyright 1979 DC Comics Inc. - mint or very near to on illustrative white card window box with Pedigree Toys UK distribution label - excellent unpunched box with some creasing (two elastic bands have snapped)
Ceramics, Toys, Art, Collectables, etc.
Tue 19th November 2024 from 10am
Exmouth, Devon
A George V silver three-piece tea service, maker Horace Woodward & Co, Birmingham, 1920, of circular form with ribbed girdle and spot in the form of a mythical beast, includes teapot, sugar basin, milk jug, together with a matched coffee pot by Adie Brothers Ltd, London, 1920, total weight of silver 2190gms, 70.42ozs
Jewellery, Watches & Silver
Mon 18th November 2024 from 10am
Exmouth, Devon
A Detroit Express precious yellow metal medallion, the obverse with central football enclosed by a bark design border, the reverse inscribed “Trevor Francis Detroit Express” 50mm, spectrometer tested as 14ct, 20.42g *SOLD WITH A LETTER OF CONFIRMATION STATING THE ABOVE LOT HAS COME FROM THE ESTATE OF THE LATE TREVOR FRANCIS*
The Trevor Francis 'First Million Pound Transfer' Sale
Thu 17th October 2024 from 10am
Exmouth, Devon
A Philip III Posthumous Gold Cob 2 Escudos 1622 SF. . Commonly hailed as the first gold coin of the Americas, the preparations for the issue were provided for by Philip III's 25 May 1620 directive to establish a new mint in Colombia (either at Cartagena or Bogota), though dies were not produced until 1622 under the 1620 authorization, one year after Philip's death. This was a full 57 years before the minting of a similar issue at Mexico City (1679) and 76 years prior to that of the Lima mint (1696). Eager to impress the governor of Nueva Granada and the Audiencia of Santa Fe, following his arrival in mid-1621, Alonso Turrillo struck a small series of purportedly "trial" pieces with the new dies, likely meant to be transported to Spain for royal approval from Philip IV aboard the fleet that included the Santa Margarita and Nuestra Señora de Atocha. The wrecking of both vessels, however, meant that these pieces were largely lost to history for over three centuries, until the treasures of these wrecks were recovered by Mel Fisher's Treasure Salvors, Inc. in the 1980s. This is the 9th and most recently 'discovered' example. It was bought by the vendor on a holiday to Florida from the salvor and has its original certificate. In comparison to the other examples this probably grades within the top three. 1) The Eldorado specimen (Stack's Bowers January 2018, Lot 11004); Purchased from Kurt Spanier in August 1982 = Oro Macuquino-74 Plate Coin = ORC-794 Plate Coin. Certified AU58 by PCGS. Blanton #1 2) The Sedwick specimen. Illustrated on pg. 127 of the fourth edition of The Practical Book of Cobs. Blanton #2. 3) Christie's (June 1988, Lot 113). Blanton #3 4) The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation specimen. Donated by the Lasser Family (Accession no. 2010-63, 111). Blanton #5 5) The Danny Lee specimen. Ponterio & Associates Auction 124 (January 2003, Lot 1237); Recovered from the Santa Margarita. Blanton #6 6) Ponterio & Associates Auction 146 (April 2008, Lot 146); Recovered from the Atocha. Blanton #7 7) Sedwick Auction 24 (November 2018, Lot 59); Sedwick Auction 6 (October 2009, Lot 41); Sedwick Auction 3 (May 2008, Lot 23); Recovered from the Santa Margarita (Fischer certificate #178-M-80) = Oro Macuquino-74a Plate Coin = ORC-794 Plate Coin. Illustrated on pg. 30 of Jorge Ortiz Murias' new book Las Monedas que Circularon en la Capitanía General de Puerto Rico. Blanton #8 8) The Finest Known Survivor of this Legendary First Gold Coin Produced in the Americas - Ex. Norweb & Ortiz
Specialist Coin Sale
Wed 25th September 2024 from 10am
Exmouth, Devon
John Webster, London, an early 18th century walnut and marquetry longcase clock, the hood with triple caddy top and ball finials, the trunk with arabesque marquetry inlaid door with circular glazed panel, on a box base, the 30cm square brass dial with silvered chapter ring signed John Webster, London, with subsidiary seconds dial and date aperture, The eight day twin train movement with five turned pillars, striking to a bell, having pull repeat, 244cm high.
An 18CT White Gold and Diamond Ring set with an 8.95mm brilliant round cut (approx. 2.5ct), size P, stamped 18CT, 4.33g
Silver, Jewellery & Watches
Mon 9th September 2024 from 10am
Exmouth, Devon
Ancent Soi 1995, 'Herds boy taking cows home', oil on canvas, signed and dated, gallery sales label with title verso, 96x61cm, framed Born in 1937 in Yatta, he started selling woodcarvings and paintings at the Nairobi City Market for a politician friend in the early sixties before venturing into art himself under the tutelage of Congolese artist, Banto, who he said in earlier interviews ‘was the best artist in Kenya’ then. It was around this time that he entered a painting in the ESSO calendar competition judged by Joseph Murumbi where he won the first prize. His work was subsequently included in the calendar and that marked the beginning of his long partnership with Murumbi and the African Heritage. Having embarked on his journey as a full time artist, Soi had a prolific career where he made paintings of wildlife and landscapes inspired by the vast Yatta plateau. These were heavily punctuated by the two main ethnic communities that strode the area; Kamba & Maasai, whose traditions and village life form the core of his subject. A highly skilled painter, he was a stickler to detail. This is evident in how he painted his animal coats and the copious hours he’s spend painting the elaborate items of clothing and jewellery that adorn his subjects. Soi’s career continued to flourish at a time when most African countries were gaining independence and with the Munich Olympics (1972) approaching, Africans were allowed to participate in a competition to make the event’s poster. As fate would have it, he won the first prize (1971). This got him worldwide acclaim as Kenya’s (and probably one of Africa’s) most talented artists. He was offered a lucrative residency in Munich in 1972 but had to cut it short and come back home for the birth of his first son towards the end of that year. That son is artist Michael, currently one of the most recognizable artists in the region. Through the seventies into the nineties, Soi exhibited in Japan, the USA, Germany and in Kenya Provenance _ from a private collection located in Totnes. Bought from MAP International Fund Raising Art Dinner 26th May 1995 at the Safari Park Hotel. Sold with a photocopy of the the catalogue
A Rare Omega Speedmaster 'Ed White' Pre-Moon Chronograph Stainless Steel Gent's Chronograph Wristwatch, reference no. ST 105 003-65, movement serial no. 2401134**, circa 1966, tachymeter bezel, matt black 'T SWISS MADE T' dial with chronograph centre seconds, baton markers, minute markers, triple subsidiary dials, cal. 321 17 jewel movement with inner cap, Omega bracelet, boxed, 40mm. Winds and runs. Age related faults, buttons need attention ** In 1965 Edward Higgins 'Ed' White (1930-1967) was the first American to 'walk in space' outside of his Gemini 4 capsule. The Omega 105.003 has been coined the 'Ed White' as it was on the wrist of White during this historic milestone in space exploration ** The production period of the 105.003 was very short, lasting around three years from 1963. In 1966 it was superseded by the 'Professional' ref.105.012 famously worn on the moon in 1969
Jewellery, Watches, Silver, Coins and Stamps
Mon 8th July 2024 from 10am
Exmouth, Devon
Steiff Peter Rabbit - Beatrix Potter 100 Years Anniversary 2002 White Tag Limited Edition, EAN 354168 - 27cm tall, boxed with booklet and numbered certificate
A ROLEX Tudor Prince Date Diver's Watch, Ref: 89190, 41mm case, back no. 8100, caliber 2824-2. Running
Day 1 Lots 1-752 Jewellery, Watches, Silver & Coins
Mon 3rd June 2024 from 10am
Exmouth, Devon
William Scott RA (1913 - 1989) renowned British abstract artist whose peers included the artists Rothko and de Kooning. Still Life (1988), Artist's Proof, 80x60cm, framed and glazed
An Art Deco Diamond Brooch in an unmarked precious white metal setting, set with old cuts, largest stone c. 5.4mm, 48.8x26.6mm, KEE tests as platinum, 13.13g. UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED, THE KEE TEST IS A SURFACE TEST ONLY AND IS NOT A GUARANTEE OF GOLD PURITY.
Jewellery, Watches and Silver
Mon 15th April 2024 from 10am
Exmouth, Devon
Rare Chad Valley Clockwork Tinplate Royal Mail Van CV 1032 in red "ROYAL MAIL" and "GR VI" crest to sides, "POST OFFICE 7624 HARBORNE" to one door an "POST EARLY IN THE DAY" and "Say it with a GREETINGS TELEGRAM", rear opening door and sliding roof, (25.5cm) - lovely bright example, generally excellent with some minor wear (working), please note there are couple touch-ups (see last two photos)
BERNARD CASPAR HARDY (1726-1819) A pair of late 18th or early 19th century wax studies of a seated Russian gentleman in a red robe with a bowl on his knee, and a lady carrying wearing a bonnet and shawl stitching a garment, both framed and glazed, 30 x 25cm. Hardy worked in Cologne at the turn of the 18th century, he is considered one of the finest exponents of his craft Two comparable works are in the collection of the Victoria and Albert museum.
Mid Century Modern, Collectables, Ceramics & Glass,
Tue 27th February 2024 from 10am
Exmouth, Devon
A 1950's 18ct Gold, Ruby and Diamond Bracelet decorated with eight panels having stones in arranged in articulated swivelling flower heads, 7.25" (18.5cm), 12.2mm wide, London 1959, maker BRLd for Ben Rosenfeld, 51.88g Ben Rosenfeld was a British jewellery designer based in Hatton Garden. His jewellery design and production started around 1959, and he gained an international following throughout the 1960s and 70s for his fine jewellery designs. Operating in the post-war period, Rosenfeld relies heavily on gold in his designs, with plenty of bold, heavy and bright designs. Ben was one of the few Hatton Garden jewellers of the time to attain a worldwide reputation, and he continued to work until 1987. Today, one of his designs for a bracelet can be seen in the Victoria & Albert Museum. Pieces by Ben Rosenfeld are all signed with his maker's mark 'BRLd' and have a significant following of collectors.
Jewellery, Watches and Silver
Mon 26th February 2024 from 10am
Exmouth, Devon
A Whitefriars banjo vase designed by Geoffrey Baxter, pattern No 9681 in kingfisher blue, 32cm high.
Collectables. Ceramics & Glass, Coins, Militaria, etc.
Tue 9th January 2024 from 10am
Exmouth, Devon
A Ladies ROLEX Steel and Gold Datejust, ref: 69173, 26mm Oyster case, no. E161650, back no. 69000A, caliber 2135 25 jewel automatic movement no. 276142, steel and gold bracelet. Boxed and running
Jewellery, Watches & Silver
Mon 8th January 2024 from 10am
Exmouth, Devon
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