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Ca. AD 200 - 400 . A cylinder seal made of rock crystal. It depicts a fighting scene between soldiers using knives and spears, wearing helmets and armour, alternating with recumbent animals. The seal is pierced vertically with a drill. Size: 25.4mm x 12.7mm; Weight: 7.4g Provenance: Private London collection of an Ancient Art dealer; Formerly in a central London family collection, 1990s; Suggested to be examined by Professor Wilfrid George Lambert FBA (1926-2011), historian, archaeologist, and specialist in Assyriology and Near Eastern archaeology, in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

Ca. 600 - 400 BC. A chalcedony octagonal domed seal, pierced lengthways below the top. The design, which was achieved with a drill and cutting wheel alone, shows a standing worshipper on the right in a long robe. He is bearded and is raising one hand toward the spade of Marduk and the styluses of Nabu on a stand. Size: 17.1mm x 22.8mm; Weight: 6.91g Provenance: Property of a London gallery; formerly with a Mayfair Art dealer S.A.; Ex. 1990s London collections, studied and catalogued by professor Lambert in the early 90s (with original note, signed by him). Previously in an old British collection formed since the 1960s.

Ca. 1200 - 900 BC. A cylinder seal made out of carnelian. It depicts a frieze of mythological rampant creatures fighting against riders on horses under the stars in the sky. The seal is pierced vertically with a drill. Size: 28.1mm x 11.8mm; Weight: 6.9g Provenance: Private London collection of an Ancient Art dealer; Formerly in a central London family collection, 1990s; Suggested to be examined by Professor Wilfrid George Lambert FBA (1926-2011), historian, archaeologist, and specialist in Assyriology and Near Eastern archaeology, in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

Ca. 3100 - 2900 BC. A cylinder seal made of translucent stone. It depicts a frieze of mythological running animals made in a stylised manner, in the forest represented by tall trees under stars and the moon in the sky. The seal is pierced vertically with a drill. Size: 22.8mm x 12mm; Weight: 5.68g Provenance: Private London collection of an Ancient Art dealer; Formerly in a central London family collection, 1990s; Suggested to be examined by Professor Wilfrid George Lambert FBA (1926-2011), historian, archaeologist, and specialist in Assyriology and Near Eastern archaeology, in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

Ca. 3000 - 2500 BC. A Mesopotamian mother of pearl amulet. A stalking bird of prey in shallow relief, decorated with drill-holes on one side. Size: 41mm x 35.1mm; Weight: 10.3g Provenance: Property of a London gallery; formerly with a Mayfair Art dealer S.A.; Ex. 1990s London collections, studied and catalogued by professor Lambert in the early 90s (with original note, signed by him). Previously in an old British collection formed since the 1960s.

Ca. 2000 - 1000 BC. An Anatolian black stone amulet, pierced through the mouth. It depicts a flat fish of triangular shape, the edges notched, the faces decorated with drill holes. Size: 36.8mm x 38.7mm; Weight: 13.53g Provenance: Property of a London gallery; formerly with a Mayfair Art dealer S.A.; Ex. 1990s London collections, studied and catalogued by professor Lambert in the early 90s (with original note, signed by him). Previously in an old British collection formed since the 1960s.

Ca. 600 - 400 BC. A cylinder seal made out of purple and cream stone. It depicts a frieze of standing and recumbent stags with long curved horns and flies in the sky. The seal is pierced vertically with a drill. Size: 25mm x 15,4mm; Weight: 8.7g Provenance: Private London collection of an Ancient Art dealer; Formerly in a central London family collection, 1990s; Suggested to be examined by Professor Wilfrid George Lambert FBA (1926-2011), historian, archaeologist, and specialist in Assyriology and Near Eastern archaeology, in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

THREE VICTORIAN OIL LAMPS, LATE 19TH CENTURY comprising one brass and onyx, one cranberry glass and brass and one bronzed spelter example, with glass shades and funnelsthe largest 81cm high overallQty: 3Damage to one applied clear glass moulding on cranberry glass font, though font itself is good. Green tinted shade without damage.Each lamp is subject to typical wear as per use and age. No drill holes.

WWII British Army Drill Land Mine, impressed RCD 1940, field telephone set D MKV 1940 by Plessey & No, 4C mine detector, no head phones.

A Tull International twelve speed electric powered drill press

A Pro-Red Eye drill press together with a Street Wise jump start etc.

AN ANCIENT BIRD FIGURE WITH TURQUOISE INLAID EYES CENTRAL AMERICA With modern stand bird 7.5cm high Together with three carved shell pierced masks, Central America, all mounted on modern stands, tallest 13cm high Provenance: Ex Seward Kennedy collection, London, circa 2000 Condition Report: Bird- lacks turquoise coloured left eye inset- also with vacant holes to front of chest- old metal mount to base with old rust and surface verdigris, 7.5cm high Three masks in generally good condition- mild edge wear from handling and natural organic faults- some old drill mounts to top edges Largest shell 13.5cm long Middle Shell 10.5cm long Smallest stone 9.5cm long Dating very difficult to establish- vendor states "Bird / Masks, I'm not sure, however, I believe it to be ancient, although I have never shown it to any museum, BM doesn't really have anyone anymore who would know ! I can only say, it came from an old collection, probably bought in the 1960's" Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Condition Report Disclaimer

The Waterloo medal awarded to Corporal William Emmott, Royal Horse Guards, appointed Quartermaster in the Regiment in 1828, and subsequently Captain and Adjutant of the Worcestershire Yeomanry Cavalry with whom he was actively engaged during the Bristol Riots of 1831 and against the Chartists in 1842, when he himself captured a leading Chartist Arthur O’Niel at a riot near Dudley Waterloo 1815 (Corpl. William Emmott, Royal Horse Guards.) fitted with contemporary replacement silver clip and bar suspension, latter part of rank erased, edge bruising and contact marks, fine and better £3,600-£4,400 --- William Emmott was born in the Parish of Trawdon, near Colne, Lancaster, and enlisted into the Royal Horse Guards on 12 March 1811, aged 20. He served with the Blues in the Peninsula at the battles of Vittoria and Toulouse, and as a Corporal at Waterloo. He was commissioned as Quartermaster in the Royal Horse Guards on 25 September 1828, and retired on half-pay on 31 December 1831. He was afterwards drill Sergeant to Lord Villiers’ Bicester Troop of the Oxford Yeomanry Cavalry before being appointed Captain and Adjutant of the Worcester Yeomanry Cavalry by Lord Plymouth, serving in that capacity until his death on 14 April 1865, During this period the WYC was very actively engaged with the frequent riots and protests of the times, including the Bristol, Worcester and Staffordshire riots of 1831 and the Chartist riots of 1842, much of which is described in a letter of petition from Emmett in February 1859 (copy sold with the lot). Captain Emmott was buried at Tardebigge, the funeral being attended by Lord Lyttelton, the Lord Lieutenant, the Bromsgrove and Redditch Companies of Rifle Volunteers, and 450 of the Worcester Yeomanry Cavalry with the Band, under command of Lord Dudley. Sold with research including a copy of his original Commission as Quartermaster and a typed copy of a 6-page letter written by Emmott describing the events following the battle of Vittoria [dated 27 October 1813], these both being held by the Household Cavalry Museum. Emmot’s two-clasp M.G.S. medal is held by the National Army Museum, Chelsea, London. A fine portrait of Captain Emmott mounted on his favourite charger by Sir Francis Grant can be found in the history of the Worcester Yeomanry Cavalry.

Indian Army Meritorious Service Medal, V.R., lotus wreath reverse (Havidar Sk. Ghasi. No. 2 Field Battery.); Indian Army L.S. & G.C. (2), V.R., 3rd issue (215 Drill Naik Muhammad Jamal. No. 2 Fd. By. Hydd. Contgt.); G.V.R., 1st issue (12552 Gnr. Jumman Khan, 1 Mtn. Bty.) very fine (3) £80-£100

Pair: Company Sergeant Major W. J. Bailey, Royal Scots Fusiliers India General Service 1895-1902, 2 clasps, Punjab Frontier 1897-98, Tirah 1897-98 (541 C... W. J. Bailey 1st Bn.... Fus); Army L.S. & G.C., V.R., 3rd issue, small letter reverse (541 ... r:-Serjt: W. J. Bailey. Rl: Scots Fus:) contact marks, good fine (2) £100-£140 --- William John Bailey was born in Barbados, West Indies. He attested for the Royal Scots Fusiliers at Dover in July 1883, and was posted to the 1st Battalion. Bailey advanced to Corporal in April 1884, and to Sergeant in October 1886. He was promoted to Colour Sergeant in February 1891, and served with the Battalion in India, 1896-1901 (awarded L.S. & G.C. in 1902). Bailey was employed on the Permanent Staff, 1st Volunteer Battalion, Royal Scots Fusiliers, and was discharged in December 1904, having completed 21 years and 141 days service. Bailey resided at 5 Barrett Street, Old Trafford, Manchester, and re-engaged aged 52 for service in the Great War, 12 August 1915. He served at home as a Company Sergeant Major, Drill Instructor, with the 3rd Battalion, Royal Scots Fusiliers at Fort Matilda. Bailey was discharged to take up civil employment in March 1918. Sold with copied service papers.

Tray containing hand tools, drill, and a weed spreader

A quantity of drill bits & threading taps etc.

A large quantity of mixed size drill bits

A large quantity of drill bits

Interwar period Ephemera - RAF drill and discipline notebook belonging to sergeant W B Armitadge No.39 Squadron dated January 22nd 1923. with instructions on: cleaning a rfle, rifle drill, foot drill, turnings, forming in fours, stand at ease and easy, attention, turning quick and slow time, kings regulations, RAF ranks etc

2nd Bn Royal Berkshire Regiment Pre WW1 Khaki Drill Uniform. This KD uniform was worn by 8010 Private Frank Taylor of the 2nd Berkshire's.Comprising:Tunic tailored with stand and full collar, two breast pockets and two internal pockets, field dressing and ID card. Also with loops for Good Conduct Chevron ... Complete with matching overall with zinc buttons. Both intems with original ink stamp "2 BRKS 8010" VGC (2 items) 8010 Private Frank Taylor of the 2nd Berkshire Regiment a pre war regular had enlisted in 1905, he landed with the Battalion in France on the 6th November 1914, prior to this the Battalion was stationed in India. It remained on the Western Front throughout the war. Taylor was reported wounded on the 31st My 1915 confirmed serving with the 2nd Bn and was discharged with the award of a silver war badge on the 27th July 1915

SECOND WORLD WAR PERIOD PILOTS FLYING LOG BOOK. Second World War Period Royal Air Force Pilots Flying Log Book (Form 414) to Thomas Allan Watson, the log book covers his flying training from 9th July 1939 to 30th September 1940, training on the Miles Magister, D.H.60 Moth, and D.H.82A Tiger Moth aircraft at No.28 Elementary and Reserve Flying Training School and on the Anson at No.6 Flying Training school, pages are stamped with types/hours flown and signed by instructors, moved onto Anson aircraft at No.6 Flying Training School, Sequence of Instruction Proforma (Anson), Cockpit Drill insert, and diagram of Fuel System pasted into book, qualified for Flying Badge 17th June 1940, together with a quantity of ephemera including photographs of Watson as a Sergeant relaxing playing cards in the Mess, Flight Lieutenant working at a desk in his room, and as a Squadron Leader on a Junior Commanders Course, interestingly there is also a letter from the British Overseas Airways Corporation A.T.A (Air Transport Auxiliary) Instructional Unit re an interview and flight test dated 13th November 1940, with a pro forma letter outlining the organisation and qualifications needed for candidates to the A.T.A., (this includes the fact that a candidate shouldn't be eligible for or already in the R.A.F.), it is not known if Watson actually served in the A.T.A. but there is also a pay and allowances form showing him as a Flight Lieutenant at RAF Malta in September 1945, (qty).

A Record pillar drill with stand and accessories.

2 boxes of tools including cable reels, electric drill, metal T square, shears, trowels, magazine rack, 2 mirrors and a needlework picture etc,

A sander, hammer drill, and jigsaw together with two boxes of tools and accessories.

Three shelves of tools etc to include Fern electric saw, toolbox, bench grinder, Clarke arc welder, tool boxes and contents, portable gas stove, Wolf drill and impact driver set, compound mitre saw, screw and plugs set, socket sets, 5 boces of mixed tools and garage wares

Egypt or Middle East Slate elipse, sculpted on the underside with fish, drill hole , late periode , length 2cm The hammer price will go directly to the social help of the Caritas of Vienna, Provenance; estate found Erzdiozese Wien.

Egypt granite Steele, with sculpted script signs ond symnbols on both sides, vertical drill hole in the centre , grey stone with white inclusions, Intermediate ore late periodeThe hammer price will go directly to the social help of the Caritas of Vienna, Provenance; estate found Erzdiozese Wien.

Metal trolley mounted with grinder and pillar drill and a heavy duty vice. All electrical items in this lot have been PAT tested for safety and have passed. This does not confirm that the item is in full working order. Not available for in-house P&P

Power devil PDW5010 375w pillar drill. All electrical items in this lot have been PAT tested for safety and have passed. This does not confirm that the item is in full working order. Not available for in-house P&P

Makita 24v drill with charger. All electrical items in this lot have been PAT tested for safety and have passed. This does not confirm that the item is in full working order. Not available for in-house P&P

Large drill ends, 1.5m. Not available for in-house P&P

Mixed fixings and tools including Titan drill bit set, nuts and bolts. Not available for in-house P&P

Mixed tools including a corded drill. Not available for in-house P&P

Bosch 24V hammer drill with charger and two batteries. Not available for in-house P&P

Walker-Turner company SB150303 pillar drill. Not available for in-house P&P

AEG 18v battery drill with two batteries and charger. All electrical items in this lot have been PAT tested for safety and have passed. This does not confirm that the item is in full working order. Not available for in-house P&P

A BOXED SET OF CARVING CHISELSa Bosch CB 420-E drill (untested), and other tools

Two antique African spears, together with an old African Lion spear tip. (3)Additional images now available to view on our website. Shafts of spears appear sound, no woodworm, drill holes etc.

Joal - 4 x boxed construction vehicles including a Volvo BM loader in 1:50 scale, an Akerman H7c Excavator with drill attachment others. They appear Mint in mostly Good boxes. (This does not constitute a guarantee) [ba-4]

A COLLECTION OF POWER TOOLS AND ACCESSORIES including Power Devil sander, jigsaw and cordless drill, a Black and Decker cordless drill, a Paint Sprayer Elite (all PAT pass and working), three vintage Hitachi cordless drills with batteries, one charger, a battery charger etc (all untested)

Large old carpenter's tool chest and contents comprising many wooden moulding planes, chisels, saws and drill bits, etc

Five boxes of Hand Tools & Associated, including spanners, ratchets, drill bits, hand held tools, spacers, etc.

A 19TH CENTURY BRONZE OIL LAMP AND GLOBE, the oil lamp decorated with various mythological figures, H 58 cm, overall H 79 cmCondition: There does not seem to be any markings or Foundry marks.No obvious drill holes and the font does not appear to move.Reservoir complete and both clips intact.

GROUP OF FOOTBALL SHIRTS, including a Partick Thistle season 81/83 shirt, an Andrei Kanchelskis signed 2001/02 shirt and many other football shirtsNote: Whilst McTear's has no reason to doubt the authenticity of the signatures, we offer no guarantee in that respect. Sizes Partick - 97/102cm38/40"  Rangers carling home - US:14-16 EU:152-158cm Rangers carling away - US:14-16 EU:152-158cm Rangers home 01/02 Kanchelski - XL Height 188cm Barca 21/22 drill top - Small  Arsenal 19/20 home - Small  Scotland 05/06 home - Large Hearts home - XS Hearts away - LJ 152cm Dortmund - XS Celtic - 6/7 years  Rangers NTL - XLB US:18-20 EU:164-176 Salzburg - UK:LB  Rangers 04/05 away: S Height - 173cm

GUNNERY DRILL BOOK FOR HM FLEET, in dark blue leather, along with Stokers Manual dated 1912Qty: 2

A sapphire and diamond dress ring, featuring a centrally carved cushion-cut sapphire of 13.6 x 9.5 mm, superimposed with a cluster of old-cut diamonds, to a later mount with foliate shoulders encrusted with rose-cut diamonds, to a tapering shank with beaded details, metal testing as 18ct, size P, in a S.J.Phillips case, 4.8 grams.The sapphire possibly from the 18th century, consists of dye in the side drill holes, the stone is secured by the diamond cluster element.

Four trays of chisels, drill bits, screws etc

Six boxers of tools including Dewalt drill, Dewalt angle grinder etc

A Rexon SM-16A chisel mortiser and a pillar drill

Boxed mixer taps, a boxed mixer shower and a boxed pillar drill

Quantity of tools to include socket set, drill, rotary sander etc

Box of drill bits etc

A floral brooch, modelled as a stylised flowerhead, with a red hardstone cabochon within textured and polished gold petals, to pin and safety catch. Indistinct marks on pin, possibly French hallmarks, tested as approximately 18ct gold,Condition ReportSurface scratches to mount.Substantial wear to cabochon. Glue marks, gaps and drill holes visible to base of the setting.

A group of gold and silver gemstone set jewellery, a pair of synthetic sapphire screw back earrings, 10mm diameter, a rock crystal link bracelet, 160mm long, a garnet and split pearl brooch, two split pearls deficient, two garnets showing setting drill holes, all tested as approximately 9ct gold, and a rock crystal ring, 15mm diameter, stamped 800, tested as silver9ct gold 29.22g, silver 7.00gRing size QCondition ReportBracelet clasp secures.Garnet and split pearl brooch showing two split pearls deficient to centre of garnets. Garnet tables with setting holes visible.Marks and scratches to surfaces.

A group of gold and cultured pearl jewellery, comprising a circular memorial pendant, 21mm diameter, tested as approximately 14ct gold, a pair of garnet and split pearl drop earrings, with screw back fittings, 27mm long, a smoky quartz brooch, 29mm x 26mm, to a 'C' catch and metal pin, both tested as approximately 9ct gold, and a uniform single row cultured pearl necklace, with pearls 6mm in size, untested, to a safety clasp, stamped 375, 420mm long14ct gold 4.06, 9ct gold gross weight 17.38g (4)Condition ReportPearls wiggle to silk. Silk a little discoloured. A few pearls lacking lustre. A few pearls showing wear to nacre to drill holes.Minor marks and scratches to surfaces.Tarnish.

Hasbro/Kenner GI Joe Classic Collection group to include (1) #81346 U.S. Army Tank Commander; (2) 81353 U.S. Army Drill Sergeant; (3) #81373 Navy Aviation Fuel Handler; (4) #81421 B-17 Bomber Crewman; (5) #81422 PT-Boat Commander, all are Near Mint to Mint, within Good Plus packaging - some of the boxes are open, but the contents appear to be unused and complete (but not checked), and are still strapped to the inner packaging. (5)

A TRAY OF VARIOUS INERT EX TRAINING ROUNDS ETC., to include rubber bullets, boxed Russian 7-26 drill rounds, German WW2 incendiary bomb tail etc

B.S.A. & M. Co.: a .577/.450 Martini-Henry Cavalry Carbine with sectioned action, barrel 21.5 in., action body cut away on the left side to expose the mechanism for demonstration purposes, cut areas highlighted with red paint, right side of action body dated 1882, Drill Purposes mark to the top, steel clearing rod. Section 58(2) - no licence required if possessed as a curiosity or ornament.96cm OALThe George Geear Collection

A London Scottish sergeant's silver topped drill cane, 35 in., the tops set with regimental badge, by F. Narborough, Birmingham 1961; together with an officer's umbrella, rattan handle with silver-gilt collar inscribed 'T.R. DAMES LONGWORTH. IRISH GUARDS', hallmarked for Maria Johnson, London 1915, also marked 'BRIGG LONDON', grip concealing a nickel mounted pencil; an officer's wooden short sword cane, white metal collar with moulded buckle detail and inscribed 'H.W. Clare 1897'; and a traditional Basque stick (Makhila), cut from a branch and flaring to the mace-like copper head, leather bound grip with horn pommel unscrewing to reveal a short spike. [4]The George Geear Collection