1933 MG J2Registration number ALX 934Chassis number J4199Frame number 2767AJBlack with a red leather and vinyl interiorHood and tonneau cover are in black 'Wigan' materialDVLA declared manufactured 1978Wonderful history with the first owner being the vendors father, he spent some time looking for this car which he evenutally discovered and, as being an engineer, completely restored to better than newExtensive history file with copy of early photosPlease see the condition report online for the history of this carThe owner also has a large box containing many small parts removed, replaced or bought and not used, to be collected by the buyer from the postcode area TA13 at a mutually agreed date and timeAll lots in this sale are sold as is and bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Please read our terms and conditions With V5C, HPI clear AA badge & St Christopher on dash will be retained (shown in photos) View video Information from the owner: General History up to 2024 This car was bought new in November 1933 by my father, then a serving Flying Officer with the RAF who had just returned from a 3 year posting with No 27 Squadron in the North Western Frontier region of India (now the Pakistan/Afghanistan border areas) flying the Westland Wapiti” 2 seater Bomber/Army support aircraft and had saved enough to pay the £200 for his new J2 At the time he was based at RAF Henlow and during the 6 month guarantee period there was a good bit of correspondence between him and the MG company, I have copies of the Abingdon responses from which it seems that he had problems with performance 'maximum speed only 68 mph' and other small matters including vibration. It seems that in April 1934 a new gearbox and remote were fitted plus new front engine bearings etc. These seem to have been dealt with promptly and efficiently. Mileage by then was over 4,000 Sometime in 1934 father and friend took the car on a long tour into Southern Germany and there are several photos taken on that trip including loading (or unloading) onto channel ferry, just guessing Newhaven/Dieppe The next report is it taking part in the Great West Motor Club’s London to Bournemouth trials at the end of March 1935 and I have a photo of it taken at the Bovington Camp section. As father married later in April that year it seems unlikely that he was the entrant so he must have traded it in by then for the 2 Litre Lagonda he next had. The only clue as to its location after 1935 is a repair plate on the radiator header tank by Sercks of Maidstone, Kent and a tax disc issued by London C C expiring end of June 1938. The next phase in the story is that in 1937 or 1938 the car was bought by a young Lincolnshire man, Colin Muncaster. I was able to contact the widow of Colin’s brother, Ray, and she (Phyllis) was able to tell me quite a lot and the rest of the history comes from her and another name she mentioned, Mike Hewson, who lived very near the Muncasters in Horncastle. Mike Hewson’s father was with Colin when he bought the car and they took it to the British Grand Prix held at Donington Park in 1937 or 38. Colin was keen on some competition driving and had the car worked on by the well known MG fettler Harry Lester. The engine had a Laystall crank fitted, cylinder head modified with polished ports enlarged to 1 1/8 inch dia and bigger 1 1/8 inch carburetters fitted. The brakes were converted to hydraulic using components from a Wolseley Hornet with 9 inch drums. Ignition was by 'Scintilla' magneto. Phyllis told me that Colin and Ray were coming home from the pub when they ran off the road near Horncastle and Ray, being thrown forward, lost his front teeth on the dashboard. She asked if the marks were still there on the aluminium panel. I looked and indeed they were and still are! I imagine this was the cause of the bent chassis discovered during restoration. Apparently during the war Colin bought another MG (understood to be a J1 salonette) to use that engine to 'save' the original 'good' engine until war was over, but the car was taxed for a while in 1941 and 1943. Colin was born in 1914 but for some reason wasn’t called up for military service. He had a Garage business and after the war worked for the Council. I have photocopies of ALX 934 taken from late 1930’s on some showing his Hill Climb runs and trophies won, all presumably in the Lincolnshire general area up to about 1952 when by then it was fitted with 16 inch rear wheels. The 19 inch wheels went back on for everyday use until 1955 when it was pushed into an open ended Nissen hut until bought by Harry Dickinson of Bucknall, Lincs, in 1978 where it sat unused for another 27 years until I bought it from Harry’s widow. Before that a chance conversation with another J2 owner at a car show in 2005 led to the discovery that father’s old car still existed and was for sale. I went up to Lincolnshire to see it; very much as I would have expected after so long unused although the engine had been started and run occasionally. It seemed complete and original and there was a large amount of spare parts included. My offer was accepted and we hauled it back to Suffolk a week or so later in July. It soon became apparent that it needed much more than a tidy up and it looked like a total strip down was needed, everything that could wear was worn and the woodworm had consumed most of the plywood trim. The first thing to do was to drain and refill the engine oil, water in radiator, connect to a battery and take a fuel feed from a petrol can. Starter pushed, and engine started and ran strongly, still on its magneto, so this was encouraging. So began over 2 years of work whenever I was able. The most useful tool was the angle grinder to cut off all the rusted up nuts and bolts and with body off I could see what had to be done. The body and chassis went up to David Wall in Wroxham where he repaired and replaced any damaged and rotten timber and re panelled in steel or aluminium where necessary. The chassis was straightened and new stubs welded on the rear chassis cross members to take the spring trunnions. Other steel fittings, plates, brackets, stainless battery box etc. were made up for me by the people at the metal fabricators whom I then worked for. A trip to Sports and Vintage in Shrewsbury supplied me with all the other bits and pieces I thought I needed as well as relining the clutch plate. This was followed by a trip to Jones Springs to recondition the springs. This lot must be collected by 12.30pm on Friday 25th October. If the buyer has not collected by this time it will automatically be removed and placed into storage, incurring a removal charge of £100 + VAT, to include the first week of storage, unless otherwise noted. Storage will then be charged at £10 + VAT per day or part thereof. If collecting from storage, please provide 24 hours notice
We found 5660 price guide item(s) matching your search
There are 5660 lots that match your search criteria. Subscribe now to get instant access to the full price guide service.
Click here to subscribe- List
- Grid
-
5660 item(s)/page
Y A SWISS ROSEWOOD AND INLAID MUSICAL BOX LATE 19TH CENTURY, RETAILED BY IMHOF & MUKLE Playing a choice of eight airs via a pinned brass cylinder and tuned steel combs, the movement driven by a single wound spring drum mounted on a gilt iron bed beneath a hinged glass internal cover, marked for the retailer, and with selection levers to the side, the lid with applied printed and hand written tune sheet serial numbered 39967, the case of typical rectangular form with marquetry inlaid lid 24cm high, 78cm wide, 36cm deep Condition Report: The mechanism will wind and play; the stop/start and repeat/change levers appear operational. The cylinder wheel (applied to the cylinder arbor) has three worn teeth hence drive will 'skip' over these when running. The comb is missing three teeth and the crank handle endpiece is presently detached. The tune sheet is present but wrinkled/worn. The exterior of the case has water staining and fading to the top which also has a couple of small veneer chips/losses. The banding to the front and sides has losses mostly to the front right-hand edge. The ebonised mouldings are rubbed and the key escutcheon is missing.There is no key for the lock present. Condition Report Disclaimer
Porter Marquetry Inlaid Music Box on Cabinet Victorian Baroque model bombe style music box having figures within acanthus scroll borders, inlaid maker name to underside of hinged lid, serial #234 on engraved label inside, resting on a 2-door cabinet having storage compartments, brass fittings throughout including lock and key, crank, (7) different copper alloy music disks bearing Porter rubber stamps and an instruction booklet Property from: a Private Collector, Muncie, Indiana Height: 39 1/4 inches, Width: 27 1/2 inches, Depth: 26 1/2 inches Condition: overall light wear consistent with normal use, light scratches, some disks having minor bends to edges, working when tested Disclaimers: working when tested, we cannot guarantee operation or that it will perform musically Category: Decorative Arts > Decorative Arts Estimated Sale Time: 12:59 pm (America/Chicago) Shipping Status: Leonard Auction Shipping Quote Download High Resolution Photographs:Photograph #1Photograph #2Photograph #3Photograph #4Photograph #5Photograph #6Photograph #7Photograph #8Photograph #9Photograph #10Photograph #11Photograph #12
A vintage crank-feed toy projector powered by electrical elements. Includes 2 color films; Pinocchio, and Goofy The Sportsman. The projector is approximately: 7.25"L x 2.75"W x 5.25"H. This item has its original box: 10"L x 7"W x 3.5"H. Issued: 1950sDimensions: See DescriptionManufacturer: MavcoCountry of Origin: United StatesCondition: Age related wear. Untested, functionality not guaranteed.
Registration No: WAM 731K Chassis No: GHN5252748G MOT: May 2025‘Works-style replica’ for use in classic tours and track eventsSubject to an extensive 3- year restoration by A J RestorationsGas flowed Oselli head, Piper 717 cam, a balanced crank, rods, flywheel and Weber 45Moss Independent front suspension set-up and 15” Minilite style wheels PLEASE NOTE: The windscreen on this lot has recently cracked. The MG is booked in for a replacement windscreen on Thursday. If the successful buyer wanted to collect the MG from the vendor when the windscreen has been replaced this can be arranged or alternatively the vendor will look to arrange the appointment closer to the buyer’s location. Introduced in 1962, the MG B Roadster enjoyed an eighteen-year production run. With nicely balanced handling and a good turn of speed, it merited the old MG marketing slogan 'Safety Fast'. Based around a monocoque chassis featuring independent coil-sprung front suspension and a leaf-sprung 'live' rear axle, its 1798cc 'B' series four-cylinder engine was allied to a four-speed manual transmission. Capable of over 100mph, the provision of front disc brakes and rack-and-pinion steering greatly aided control. The MkII (’GHN5’ chassis numbers from 1969 onwards) MG B, had a 5 main bearing engine with alternator, negative earth and, at last, received a new gearbox with synchromesh on all four forward speeds.Finished in Tartan Red with White Works style hardtop which is fitted with a rare Minivan roof vent 'WAM 731K' was bought by the vendor in 2001 and from 2003 to 2006 was subject to an extensive 3-year restoration by A J Restorations of Shaftesbury. All external panels (doors, bonnet, boot and front wings) were replaced and front and rear Sebring valances were fitted. The remit was to restore and replicate the 1965 Works MGB Race cars used at Le Mans.The impressive specification includes; Gas flowed Oselli head, Piper 717 cam, a balanced crank, rods, flywheel and a Weber 45 carburettor which produced 130bhp on Sigma’s rolling road in Gillingham. In 2001 the whole front suspension was replaced with a Moss Independent front suspension set-up and all the suspension and brake components were renewed including the discs, uprights, and hubs at a cost of some £3,000.We are told the full roll cage took a week to adapt and fit properly and four new 15” Minilite wheels, tyres, racing seats and harnesses were all installed. In total c.£25,000 has been spent. A regular attendee to Goodwood, Le Mans Classic, Silverstone Classic (on the MG Owners club stand), we are informed it has not been raced, although it has done a couple of track days at Castle Combe. The MG further benefits from trips to AJ Restorations every May, for a service and MOT. For more information, please contact: John Markey john.markey@handh.co.uk 01428 607899
A Group of Spectacles, including: a pair of Georgian silver spectacles, London, with shaded oval lenses, C-bridge and turn-pin temples, contained in a leather-covered card case (slight tear to the case) – 12.4cm. long; a pair of late 19th Century blued-steel wire spectacles, with oval lenses, crank bridge and straight temples, contained in lacquered papier-mâché, frog-mouth case with gilt decoration – 15.6cm. long; five pairs of 19th Century straight wire spectacles, oval lenses, crank bridges, two steel one with looped ends to the temples, one plated metal and two gold plated with looped ends to the temples (missing lenses); and a pair of 20th Century half-eye, gold plated spectacles, English, by Algha 20, contained in spring lid case inscribed MISS ESME SORSBY, F.B.O.A., / 70, Edgwarebury Lane, Edgware, HA8 8LY. Tel. 958-9920 – 14.5cm. long; and an part of a silver sliding arm.
Four Pairs of 19th Century Spectacles with Blue and Green Lenses, including: a pair of English silver spectacles, Thomas Millington, Birmingham, 1827, with double oval lenses the front two clear, the side two green, C-bridge and telescopic temples; a pair of green lens spectacles, plated metal, with large, circular lenses, crank bridge and coil spring temples; a pair of blue lens spectacles, copper, with oval lenses, crank bridge and coil spring temples; and an incomplete pair of Bristol blue lens spectacles, plated metal, with large, circular lenses and K-bridge (temples missing)
A Group of Spectacles, including: a pair of Georgian silver spectacles, oval lenses, C-bridge with sliding temples; a pair of early 19th Century straight steel spectacles, with tinted oval lenses and short temples with loop ends, contained in a lacquered papier-mâché, frog-mouth case with inlaid decoration (some rusting to the frame) – 16.4cm. long; two pairs 19th Century steel wire spectacles, oval lenses, crank bridges one French, one blued-steel, with straight temples; a pair of late 19th Century straight gold plated wire spectacles, with ‘perfection’ spilt bifocal oval lenses, the temples with looped ends; a pair of early 20th Century gold plated wire spectacles, oval lenses, crank bridge and coil spring temples, stamped on the nose piece 1/10. 10K. RC, contained in black leather-covered frog-mouth case inscribed for WALTER BUSHNELL CO. / OPHTHALMIC OPTICIANS / CALCUTTA. SIMLA.LAHOR – 12.7cm. long; and a red leather-covered spectacle case
A Group of Spectacles, including, two pairs of 19th Century silver spectacles, unmarked, with oval lenses, C-bridges, telescopic temples, one possibly American stamped CHANDLER and ROWMAN on the temples, and the other with the number 10 and loops to ends of temples; a pair of late 19th Century plated metal spectacles, with oval bifocals, crank bridge and thin curved temples; and a pair of gold plated spectacles, early 20th Century, circular bifocal lenses, crank bridge and coil spring temples (plating wearing and frames with remains of synthetic covering), contained in spring top case inscribed WM. C. MORGAN / OPTOMETRIST / THE ARCADE WATERTOWN, N.Y. Note: Dimond Chandler (1799-1877) was a silversmith in New York, America who specialised in spectacles and thimbles. No record can be found of Rowman. Provenance: from the estate of Wilf Lunn (1942–2023)who was a British inventor, Collector of all things curious and unusual, prop maker, and television presenter, best known for his work on children's TV shows such as Vision On and Jigsaw. Born in Rastrick, West Yorkshire, Lunn was raised by deaf parents and later taught lip-reading. His creative flair for quirky inventions and novelty bicycles earned him a devoted following. Lunn's eccentric persona made him a beloved figure on British TV in the 1960s and 1970s. In addition to his TV career, he authored several books and showcased his inventive spirit through stage shows. He passed away in December 2023. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wilf_Lunn https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0526767/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/obituaries/2023/12/20/wilf-lunn-madcap-inventor-tricycles-vision-on-deaf/
Four Pairs of Late Victorian Spectacles with Coloured Lenses, including: a pair of D-spectacles, with double, D-shaped tinted lenses, plated metal, K-bridge and wire coil spring temples; a pair of green lens spectacles, silver, unmarked, with double, oval lenses, C-bridge and telescopic temples terminating in loops; a pair of blue lens spectacles, lacquered-brass, with double, oval lenses, crank bridge and telescopic temples terminating in loops, contained in a leather, frog-mouth case inscribed C.J. GAUPP & CO / HONG KONG; and a pair of blue lens spectacles, plated metal wire, with C-bridge and straight sides Note: According to Davidson and MacGregor (Spectacles, Lorgnettes and Monocles, 2002), light to medium green, blue or smoke coloured/tinted spectacles were used to soothe sore eyes or for sun protection. Provenance: from the estate of Wilf Lunn (1942–2023)who was a British inventor, Collector of all things curious and unusual, prop maker, and television presenter, best known for his work on children's TV shows such as Vision On and Jigsaw. Born in Rastrick, West Yorkshire, Lunn was raised by deaf parents and later taught lip-reading. His creative flair for quirky inventions and novelty bicycles earned him a devoted following. Lunn's eccentric persona made him a beloved figure on British TV in the 1960s and 1970s. In addition to his TV career, he authored several books and showcased his inventive spirit through stage shows. He passed away in December 2023. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wilf_Lunn https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0526767/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/obituaries/2023/12/20/wilf-lunn-madcap-inventor-tricycles-vision-on-deaf/
Hasselblad accessories comprising 40630 extension ring, in original box, 43028 sports viewfinder in original box, battery compartment 3 46337 in original box, with charger, 50mm lens hood, two tripod mounts, NASA type shutter button, eight various filters, winder knob in bubble, rapid winding crank box 203FE keyring, Kiev film back and Hasselblad soft case
Hasselblad 503CW medium format camera outfit, serial number 19ET11052, circa 1996, with Carl Zeiss lenses comprising Distagon 4/50 T*, serial number 7955217, Planar 2.8/80 T*, serial number 7514602, Makro-Plannar 4/120 T*, serial number 8152948 and Sonnar 4/150 T*, serial number 8076782, all with filters and lens caps, proshade 6093T, rapid winder crank, electric winder, IR remote, waist level finder, PM45 prism finder, two film backs with EU and EC date codes, in Pelican 1550 case with original boxes for PM45 finder, proshade, one UV filter and electric winder
Hasselblad 203FE medium format camera, serial number 18EE10686, circa 1999, with Carl Zeiss Planar 2/110 T* lens, serial number 7143960, Hasselblad UV-sky filter and lens cap, rapid winder crank, waist level finder, two film backs, with ET and EI date codes, 43023 external battery and original boxes for body and lens, with matching serial numbers
Hasselblad 202FA medium format camera, serial number 14ER10278, circa 1998, with Carl Zeiss Planar 2.8/80 T* lens, serial number 8149889, Hasselblad UV-sky filter and lens cap, rapid winder crank, waist level finder, film back with ER date code and instructions, in original box with matching serial numbers for body, lens and film back prism finder, film back with UR date code, instructions for camera and original box with matching serial numbers
Hasselblad 503CX medium format camera, serial number RE1430053, circa 1989, with Carl Zeiss Sonnar 5.6/250 T* lens, serial number 6721556, Hasselblad lens cap, rapid winder crank, prism finder, film back with UR date code, instructions for camera and original box with matching serial number
Hasselblad 500C/M 25th anniversary limited edition (0680/1500) medium format camera, serial number UP150470, circa 1973, with Carl Zeiss Planar 1:2.8 f=80mm t* lens, serial number 5659934, waist level finder, rapid winding crank and film magazine with UI date code, together with booklet and a 25th anniversary limited edition box, numbered 0075
Not registeredFrame numberEngine number 15M1606Built by well respected AMC racing technician Jack Emmott using a Montesa Impala 250cc 4 speed engineFitted new crank seals, points, coil ignitionHas good compression and turns over freelyGood general conditionEngine running recentlyAll lots in this sale are sold as is and bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Please read our terms and conditionsThis lot must be collected by 12.30pm on Friday 4th October. If the buyer has not collected by this time it will automatically be removed and placed into storage, incurring a removal charge of £60 + VAT. Combinations will be charged at £100 + VAT. Storage will then be charged at £10 + VAT per day or part thereof. If collecting from storage, please provide 24 hours notice
A German walnut upright coin-operated Polyphon, late 19th century, the gadrooned cornice inscribed Polyphon above an arched glazed door with pierced scrolling frets and twin Corinthian columns, above single drawer (locked), each side with applied plaque Drop a Penny In the Slot, Made in Saxony, with twelve discs and crank, 92.5cm high, 69.5cm wide, 40cm deepCondition Report: Scratches, knocks and old gouges throughout. Lifting to top, splits to back, knocks and chips to corners and edges. Interior with missing glass front to compartment. Lock mechanism to side of door missing and chips around top lock mechanism, with keys missing. Tarnishing to metal mounts and mechanism. Teeth to combs appear to be all present but there is heavy dirt deposit. Not in working order, winder does not engage. In need of repair. Discs with scratches, rusting and knocks.
An attractively presented example of Triumph's innovative design with a manual gearbox, overdrive and a hardtop. The archetypal smooth 1970s British sports-tourer in an Italian overcoatThis smart, second-generation, example is fitted with the desirable manual gearbox with overdriveWell presented in Carmine Red with silver coach lines, a matching factory hardtop and Minilite-style silver alloysClassic Stag interior in black vinyl. Dashboard and fittings excellent as is most of the interiorOriginal 3-litre engine and 4-speed manual gearbox with overdrivePreviously restored in the 1990s by EJ Wards. New mohair hood fitted in 2020Gearbox rebuild in 2018 including the clutch and crank seal. Overdrive rebuilt and new solenoid fittedSensibly guided, this is a great opportunity to enjoy one of the 1970s most usable classicsSpecification Make: TRIUMPH Model: STAG MK II Year: 1976 Chassis Number: LD400240 Registration Number: LUX 464P Transmission: Manual Engine Number: LF30748.HE Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 60000 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: BlackClick here for more details, condition report and images
KÄTHE KRUSE Puppe VIII. "Deutsches Kind", 1930er Jahre, an der li. Fußsohle gemarkt "Käthe Kruse 12314"; Kurbelkopf mit einer Hinterkopfnaht, blonde Perücke mit Zöpfen, kreisrunder Mund, halbrunder Halslappen am Rücken, Nähte vom Mundwinkel ausgehend, Gesicht an mehreren Stellen berieben, Stoffkörper mit Knienaht, li. Ellbogennaht offen, H ca. 51 cm, Altersspuren, fleckig, besch., Kleid, Unterwäsche und Schuhe anbei.| KÄTHE KRUSE doll VIII. "German child", 1930s, on the left sole of foot marked "Käthe Kruse 12314"; Crank head with a seam at the back of the head, blonde wig with braids, circular mouth, semicircular neck flap on the back, seams starting from the corner of the mouth, face rubbed in several places, fabric body with knee seam, left elbow seam open, height approx. 51 cm, signs of age, stained, damaged, dress, underwear and shoes enclosed.
A lady's retro style Raleigh "Superbe" bike (modelled on the original 1950s model), hardly used and in good condition. It has a 19.5 inch frame (centre of crank to the top of seat post) with 26-inch wheels, front and rear lights, detachable front basket along with rear rack and stand, integral rear wheel lock, pump, a Brooks sprung saddle, and Sturmey Archer drum brakes and gearing.
A crank wound Swiss (Bells insight) cylinder music box, late 19th century, probably playing 8 airs, (air sheet) missing) on three bells with a distinctive gilt dove hammer, in an amboyna and tulipwood banded case. on bracket feet. 46 cm x 26 cm x 20 cm high The collection of the late Robert HicksonRobert was a noted London antique dealer for over 40 years. Robert started in the Silver departments in Garrards in London at the age of 15 and by the age of 20 he had risen to manage Brompton Gallery in Knightsbridge. Robert had a long and successful career within the antique trade and had a particular passion for Silver and antique Eccentricities, his passion and connoisseurship are reflected in his collection. The case is in good structural order but does have the usual slight bowing of the cover and some elements of minor veneer chips but on the whole, the damage is purely cosmetic., note: no cabinet key is present or paper Air sheet.The movement winds on the crank with moderate resistance, the cylinder runs with a little reluctance, I think a clean and re-oil would probably helpPlease note the box on investigation plays 8 Airs NOT 10 AirsThe Air indicator seems to index the corresponding tunes and all of the hammers seem to coordinate as expected, the comb has the 19th tooth tip from the left hand side missing, also the first tooth on the left seems to be a repair,and the movement has some slight surface corrosion and is evident below the silvering of the register of airs but this is again cosmetic.The above information is of course a guide because any mechanical device of this age will have slight faults and problems, but I have tried to cover them in my condition report.
Of maritime interest. A George III silver mug. Lewis Herne & Francis Butty,London, c.1760. Of baluster form, the body chased and repousse decorated with flowers and scrolls to a double scroll handle with foliate thumbpiece, the central cartouche later engraved 'Presented to Captn. Chas. Scott Knight by a few friends as a token of respect to commemorate the 1st voyage of the steam ship London from Newhaven, Sussex to Jersey, Novr. 12. 1853', 12.7cm high, approx. weight 13.4oztFootnotes: The engraving on this mug indicates that it was presented to Charles Scott Knight, who captained the Steamship London on its maiden voyage from Newhaven to Jersey in 1853. Little more is known of Captain Scott Knight, but the tragic tale of the SS London is notorious, for it sank on 12th January 1866, drowning 220 passengers and earning the undesirable label of a ‘coffin ship’.Coffin ships were vessels that had been overinsured and were therefore worth more to their owners sunk than afloat. The SS London sank on 12th January 1866, three days after leaving London for Melbourne under the captaincy of John Martin. It was later said that a seaman watching her pass Purfleet said: "It'll be her last voyage…she is too low down in the water, she'll never rise to a stiff sea." This proved all too accurate. It later transpired that the ship had been overloaded with 345 tonnes of railway iron and 50 tonnes of coal, the latter of which was stored above deck. When the storm hit, this cargo moved and blocked the scupper holes so that the waves washing over the deck were prevented from draining off. A message in a bottle found following the sinking read: "Adieu, father, brothers and sisters, and my dear Edith. Steamer London, Bay of Biscay. Ship too heavily laden for its size, and too crank. Windows stove in. Water coming in everywhere. God bless my poor orphans. Storm not too violent for a ship in good condition.’The sinking of the SS London played a major role in reforming shipping by raising awareness of the lack of maritime safety regulations and the dangerous conditions on ships overloaded by unscrupulous ship owners.
A Victorian mechanical wool winder by John Nesbitt of Manchester The rectangular base on turned feet, inset with a frieze drawer beneath the brass and steel mechanism with crank handle, enamelled dial with indicator and bell strike above.70cm wide x 40cm deep x 59cm high overallQty: 1Some elements possibly lacking, seemingly whats there is in working condition, hairline crack to the enamel dial.
Gama Toys - Other - A pair of tinplate tractors, 1 boxed. Includes a vintage unboxed clockwork (crank handle key- included) tractor with trailer and driver figure and a modern boxed Tractor with a working steering wheel and spring operated gear stick. Items appear to be in good plus condition with some signs of use to the older item. Box appear fair -good; some storage wear. (This does not constitute a guarantee) RG
Registration - TLJ 809RChassis No. - WH8134DLM.O.T. - TBCOdometer - 780This unique example of Triumph’s Dolomite sports saloon has been extensively modified for the track, and is offered at no reserve. Presented in period ‘Leyland Cars’ decals over white bodywork, ‘TLJ 809R’ has had its original 1,296cc engine stripped out, and replaced with a turbo-charged Ford Cosworth 2.9-litre BOA V6, matched to a five-speed gearbox from a Mazda RX8. Changes to the bodywork include a bonnet bulge to accommodate the engine, revised grille and front bumper to fit the intercooler and side exhausts, as well as Superlite alloy wheels added. Inside, the interior is remarkable original considering the changes to the powertrain, with a half roll-cage added, but period correct leather seats, wood trimmed dashboard, and normal door cards retained. The rear seats have been sacrificed to fit the roll-cage however.Changes don’t simply extend to replacing the engine, as the vendor has fitted a lightened crank and flywheel, forged pistons and rods, and a steel head gasket. Every line is braided for added strength, and there’s a racing spec fuel cell, digital air flow gauge, fibre-glass bonnet and boot lid, Wilwood brakes, coilover springs, and super soft tyres. Because of the work carried out, the odometer displays only 780 indicated miles. The vendor describes the paintwork to be in ‘average’ condition, though the transmission, bodywork, and interior are rated ‘good’, and the engine and electrics are considered ‘excellent’.Ready-to-run track carHighly modified Triumph DolomiteOffered at no reserveTriumph’s Dolomite compact four-door saloon was launched in 1972, replacing the Triumph 1500, itself was a development of the 1300. Unveiled at the London Motor Show in 1971, production started more than a year later, and the Dolomite went up against the likes of BMW’s 2002 and Ford Cortina. Powered by a 1,854cc straight four at launch, a more powerful Dolomite Sprint was launched a year later, with a 2.0-litre engine, and by 1976 the range had grown to include a 1300, 1500, 1500HL, 1850HL, and Sprint. Triumph raced and rallied the Dolomite to some success, taking the British Saloon Car Championship drivers and manufacturers titles in 1975 and 1974 respectively. Production continued until 1980, after more than 200,000 Dolomites had been made.
1966 Jaguar Mark II 2.4 Saloon Registration Number: JWY 606D Chassis Number: 119754DN Recorded Mileage: c.41,000 miles - Recent spend of c.£2,000 in additional maintenance - Subject of comprehensive restoration - South African resident from new until 2005 Jaguar’s Mk2 is held as one of several seminal vehicles produced by the Midlands giant. So important was it that it in fact caused its 2.4-litre and 3.4-litre predecessors to be renamed posthumously, as the Mk1. The ‘1 set the template for the ‘2, which followed a similar formula of a handsome, well proportioned, and equally well-constructed beast allied to a lovely fruity engine and tempting asking price. Arriving in 1959 the Mk2 saw any residual doughtiness disappear, replaced instead – thanks to a larger glass area, wider rear tack, fog lamps, and a new grille – with a thoroughly rakish sporting aesthetic. Factor in all-wheel disc brakes and 2483cc, 3442cc or 3781cc engines, and it had undoubted go (and slow) to match the show. A 1966 model year car, ‘JWY 606D’ was ordered in Opalescent Maroon with a full red leather interior, tan roof lining, red carpets, and manual transmission with overdrive. The Jaguar was destined for sunny South Africa, staying there until the early 2000s, at which point it returned to be restored by a UK-based Jaguar specialist. The rust-free body was stripped, prepared and refinished as original, then thoroughly wax-oyled. The leather was treated and new carpets, roof lining and door cards fitted. All woodwork has been refurbished along with the instrument dials. The engine was rebuilt with a reground crank, replacement bearings and gaskets, new pistons, camshafts, valves, valve seats and shims, also new water and oil pumps. The gearbox and rear axle were overhauled with a new flywheel and clutch, and a stainless exhaust system fitted. The suspension was rebuilt with new springs, steering arms, swing arms, bushes and anti-roll bar. The brakes were refurbished with new calipers, brake lines, brake discs and pads were fitted. As a nod to more creature comforts, a period style Bluetooth radio provides the soundtrack, whilst an under-bonnet immobiliser offers the next owner a little added comfort. In current ownership a further c. £2,000 has been invested with a Bristol-based Jaguar specialist. The fuel pump, filter and pipes have been replaced, the carburettors stripped, overhauled and tuned. The braking system has been improved with a new brake servo, brake master cylinder, and copper brake pipes as required. The electrical system now features a new alternator, belt, battery, battery leads, isolator switch, and relays. The heating system has replacement heater pipes and hoses, the suspension has new rubbers to the front, the overdrive solenoid replaced, a new fuel tank sender unit fitted, also new nylon bushes to gear linkage and a replacement clutch cylinder fitted. We are told all instruments work, the engine shows good oil pressure with no oil leaks, the tyres are in good order. A very attractive restored and well sorted example, this Mark II is complete with UK V5C and history file outlining restoration and recent works.
Kyser and Rex, United States. Cast iron and pigment "Organ" mechanical bank, ca. 1882. With a monkey flanked by two dancing figures atop the bank. To operate the bank, a coin is placed on the monkey's tambourine, then the handle along the left side of the bank is cranked, and a bell is chimed as the monkey is set in motion and the coin is deposited into the bank.Height: 7 1/2 in x width: 6 in x depth: 3 1/2 in.Condition: The colors have faded and are missing in some areas. Key not included. The crank moves and works well. Some tarnishing or discoloration to the metal. Inside of the bank has not been inspected.
A collection of C20th Art Pottery, to include: L Thompson; Sarah Purvey (b1968) "Three Bands", 2010 Large ceramic vessel, SLips, earthenware vellum & transparent glaze over high fired crank base; Paul Brown, and others, see all images, Condition some damage to rim chips on largest conical vase (42cmH), others no signs of damage
Registration: FJ55HCH VIN: WAPB544005RH10113 Milage Showing: 123,000 Transmission: Automatic MOT: 15/11/20244.4 Litre supercharged V8Car number 113Hugely upgraded by Alpina over the standard BMW 19 Service stampsBased on the E60 generation BMW 5 series. Redesigned by BMW approved tuners Alpina. Recognised as a manufacturer in there own right Alpina allowing Alpina to assign VIN numbers to ID there cars as well as each car receive a plaque above the rear view mirror with each cars build number (this example is car 113)The B5 uses BMW N62, 4.4 litre V8 engine. Entirely upgraded by Alpina including new stronger engine block, forged crank shaft and pistons and a custom designed supercharger pushing the power output to 493BHP and 700NM of Torque.Other upgrades include Alpina suspension, larger brakes based on the Middle Eastern spec BMW 760i, 19inch forged, staggered alloy wheels, Alpina bodykit and retrimmed interior finished in extended Lavalina leather with Alpina stitching and logos, upgraded wood trim and signature Alpina blue face dials.This example was supplied new by Sytner BMW Harold Wood of Colchester in December 2005 who also carried out the PDI and running in service. Sold with original Alpina BMW book pack including service book with 19 service stamps, mostly carried out by BMW.Please see our walk around video for more information and engine start upGUIDE PRICE £15,000 - £18,000
2 deutsche Telephone1) Siemens & Halske, um 1910, Wandtelephon, Kurbelinduktor, sichtbarer Doppelwecker, Einsprechtrichter, löffelförmiger Hörer. - Und: 2) Mix & Genest, um 1930, Tischtelephon, Metallgehäuse, Wählscheibe, Handapparat mit Hygieneeinsprache. Start Price: EUR 160 Zustand: (3/-)2 German Telephones1) Siemens & Halske, c. 1910, wall-mounted telephone, crank inductor, visible double alarm bell, speaking horn, spoon-shaped receiver. - And: 2) Mix & Genest, c. 1930, desk telephone, metal case, rotary dial, handset with hygiene microphone. Start Price: EUR 160 Condition: (3/-)
Münzautomat Columbia Graphophone Modell BS, um 1898Columbia Phonograph Company, USA. 5-Cent-Münzeinwurf, Eichengehäuse mit Original-Glasscheiben, Aufkleber mit Schriftzug und Aufsatz für Werbeschild, Serien-Nr. 164110, Kurbelaufzug, Messingtrichter. Ein seltenes Gerät in exzellent funktionierendem Zustand.Watch and Listen on:Youtube.com/AuctionTeamBreker Start Price: EUR 1800 Zustand: (2-3/2)5-Cent Columbia Graphophone Model BS Coin-Operated Phonograph, c. 1898Columbia Phonograph Company, USA. No. 164110, with crank-wound mechanism, oak case with original finish, glass panels, transfer, marquee holder and brass horn. A rare machine, excellent working condition.Watch and Listen on:Youtube.com/AuctionTeamBreker Start Price: EUR 1800 Condition: (2-3/2)
2 Vervielfältigungsmaschinen1) Roneo Copier, um 1920, England, Rotary-Neostyle-Kopierer. - Und: 2) Roto, um 1925, Roto-Werke Königslutter, der erste deutsche Mimeograph, ohne Kurbel. Start Price: EUR 120 Zustand: (4/-)2 Duplicating Machines1) Roneo Copier, c. 1920, England, Rotary Neostyle copier. - And: 2) Roto, c. 1925, Roto-Werke Königslutter, the first German mimeograph, without crank. Start Price: EUR 120 Condition: (4/-)
Miniatur-TrichtergrammophonEichengehäuse, unbezeichnet, Plattenteller Ø 17 cm, Kurbelaufzug, Schalldose mit Metall-Membrane, lackierter Metalltrichter, Ø 24 cm, funktioniert. Start Price: EUR 240 Zustand: (3/3)Miniature Horn GrammophoneOak case, unmarked, 6 ¾ in. turntable, crank-wound, reproducer with metal diaphragm, varnished metal horn, Ø 9 ½ in., works. Start Price: EUR 240 Condition: (3/3)
5 Reise- oder Kindergrammophone1) Colibri Junior, um 1925, Hersteller: Compagnie du Phonographe "Colibri" (Belgien), Paillard-Federwerkmotor, falsche Schalldose, funktioniert, mit Kurbel. - 2) Kinder-Koffergrammophon, unbezeichnet, Schlüsselaufzug, funktioniert. - 3) Thorens Excelda, um 1930, kleines Schweizer Grammophon in Form einer Klappkamera, mit Stoff bezogenes Metallgehäuse, Federmotor, funktioniert, in Jutetasche. - 4) Peter Pan, um 1925, England, mit faltbarem Trichter (erneuert), mit "Peter Pan"-Glimmerschalldose, funktioniert. - Und: 5) Gipsy, um 1925, Phones Frankreich, Glimmerschalldose, Ledergehäuse, faltbarer Trichter, Schlüsselaufzug, funktioniert. Start Price: EUR 240 Zustand: (3-/3+)5 Toy and Portable Gramophones1) Colibri Junior, c. 1925, Compagnie du Phonographe "Colibri" (Belgium), Paillard spring motor, incorrect reproducer, working, with crank. - 2) Toy suitcase gramophone, unmarked, key-wound, works. - 3) Thorens Excelda, c. 1930, Swiss folding cameraphone, fabric-covered metal case, good original working original condition, in fabric bag. - 4) Peter Pan, c. 1925, England, with later folding speaker, Peter Pan mica soundbox, working. - And: 5) Gipsy, c. 1925, Phones France, mica reproducer, leather case, folding horn, key-wound, works. Start Price: EUR 240 Condition: (3-/3+)
Seltenes Grammophon Pathéphone Reflex No. 21, um 1914 Pathé, Paris. Für Tiefenschrift-Schallplatten, Reflextrichter im Deckel, Pathé-Schalldose, Nußbaumgehäuse mit seitlichem Fach für Tonarm und Kurbel, funktioniert. Start Price: EUR 180 Zustand: (4/3)Rare Pathéphone Reflex No. 21 Gramophone, c. 1914Pathé, Paris. For vertically-cut records, reflex horn in lid, Pathé reproducer, walnut case, left side with compartment for pick-up arm and crank, working. Start Price: EUR 180 Condition: (4/3)
8 Koffergrammophone, um 19251) Le Lutin No. 1, Frankreich, Plattenteller Ø 15 cm, mit 2 Platten, funktioniert. - 2) Unbezeichnet, Frankreich, Plattenteller Ø 15 cm, mit 2 Platten, funktioniert. - 3) Pixie Grippa, Perophone Ltd., London, Plattenteller Ø 15 cm, funktioniert. - 4) Unbezeichnet, vermutlich England, Plattenteller Ø 17 cm, funktioniert. - 5) Salabert S.P. 18, Frankreich, Plattenteller Ø 19 cm, Federwerkmotor funktioniert, Schalldose leicht defekt, mit Original-Werbeblatt. - 6) RHV, Plattenteller Ø 15 cm, funktioniert. - 7) Orphée, Frankreich, rot, Plattenteller Ø 15 cm, funktioniert. - Und: 8) Lutetia, Plattenteller Ø 20 cm, ohne Kurbel, ungetestet. Start Price: EUR 120 Zustand: (4-/4)8 Portable Gramophones, c. 19251) Le Lutin No. 1, France, 6 in. turntable, with 2 discs, working. - 2) Unmarked, France, 6 in. turntable, with 2 discs, working. - 3) Pixie Grippa, Perophone Ltd, London, 6 in. turntable, working. - 4) Unmarked, probably England, 6 ¾ in. turntable, works. - 5) Salabert S.P. 18, France, 7 ¼ in. turntable, spring- motor works, soundbox slightly defective, with original advertising sheet. - 6) RHV, 6 in. turntable, works. - 7) Orphée, France, red, 6 in. turntable, works. - And: 8) Lutetia, 7 4/5 in. turntable, without crank, untested. Start Price: EUR 120 Condition: (4-/4)
4 Koffergrammophone, um 19251) Columbia No. 100 Weekend, Metallgehäuse mit Schrumpflack, HMV-Schalldose, Original-Nadeldose, klappbare Kurbel, funktioniert, benötigt jedoch Einstellung der Endabschaltung und Geschwindigkeit. - 2) Unbezeichnet, mit großer Papiermembrane als Lautsprecher, vermutlich Eigenbau. - 3) Radiola, Holzgehäuse, rückwärts gerichteter Trichter, Columbia-Schalldose, Federwerkmotor (funktioniert). - Und: 4) La Voix de son Maitre, HMV Frankreich, vergoldete Beschläge, Glimmerschalldose HMV No. 4, funktioniert. Start Price: EUR 160 Zustand: (4/3)4 Portable Gramophones, c. 19251) Columbia No. 100 Weekend, metal case with crackle varnish, HMV soundbox, original needle tin, folding crank, working but requires adjustment of the off switch and speed. - 2) Unmarked, with large paper diaphragm as loudspeaker, probably home-made. - 3) Radiola, wood case, reverse horn, Columbia soundbox, spring motor (works). - And: 4) La Voix de son Maitre, HMV France, gold-plated fittings, HMV No. 4 mica soundbox, works. Start Price: EUR 160 Condition: (4/3)
Loading...-
5660 item(s)/page