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A true gentleman’s carriage with an enviable specification and full main dealer history. The Bentley Arnage T laid claim to the title of the world's fastest saloon car in 2002, needing to use all but the last two spots on its 170mph speedometer. Powered by the 6.75 litre Rolls-Royce V8 engine which had been treated to what Bentley described as 'the most thorough re-engineering of its life', the Arnage produced a substantial 450bhp and an amazing 645lbs/ft of torque, in no small part accredited to the twin-Garratt T3 turbochargers (in place of the previous single T4), an improved cylinder head gasket design and Bosch Motronic management system. Other developments included a 'drive-by-wire' throttle to go hand-in-hand with a new electronic stability program and revised suspension. It featured a roll stiffness 57% greater than the Red Label, giving the nearly three-ton car immense poise and when coupled with a structure that was 10% stiffer than the Red Label, this luxury cruiser was transformed into a mile crunching supercar rival, propelling the driver to 60mph in just 5.5 seconds in cushioned luxury.Dating from 2003, this Arnage T is stylishly presented in Tungsten Grey Metallic with Beluga Black, diamond-quilted leather upholstery adorned with silver ‘Winged-B’ motifs, dark wood veneers and engine-turned aluminium inserts to the dashboard and door cappings. Originally supplied by Bentley Manchester, this majestic saloon has patently been cherished regardless of cost with the overall condition reflecting the care and attention that has been lavished upon it confirmed by its comprehensive service record containing 17 main dealer stamps over its 21 years. It has covered a warranted 58,000 miles, a perfect figure for a car like this as the Arnage T is essentially a high performance saloon as opposed to a sedate limousine and they are happiest when they are regularly extended.The most recent service was with Bentley Manchester at 58,508 miles, not long ago but our fastidious vendor owner decided to present it for a dealer health check (fault/recommendation free) prior to sale to ensure that everything meets his exacting standards. The car will be accompanied by its V5C Registration Document, dealer book pack, correspondence/paperwork, maintenance/service invoices and its current MOT valid until July 2025.With a new list price of some £160,000, this car today represents incredible value for money at this mileage and is a rare opportunity to buy one of the last 'proper' Bentleys. Little can compare to a Bentley when it comes to fit and finish and we strongly advise and welcome your early inspection to fully appreciate the opportunity on offer. Specification Make: BENTLEY Model: ARNAGE T Year: 2003 Chassis Number: SCBLF34F03CH09533 Registration Number: MX03 WSW Transmission: Automatic Drive Side: Right-hand Drive Odometer Reading: 58000 Miles Make: RHD Interior Colour: Black HideClick here for more details and images

Graph-Check Sequence Camera Model 400, Stereokarten und Wigin Stereo1) Photogrammetry, Inc, Maryland. Nr. 1463, Kamera mit 8 Objektiven für 8 Serienaufnahmen auf 4 x 5 in. Planfilm (übliche moderne Planfilmkassetten) oder Polaroid-Film. Verschlußzeiten von 1/10–4 Sek., läuft. Mit Polaroid Land Film Holder 500, Original-Lederkoffer und Anleitung. Selten angebotene Bewegungsstudien-Kamera, die um 1963 in nur in kleiner Stückzahl gebaut wurde. Möglicherweise für Stereo-Linsenraster-Aufnahmen verwendbar. – 2) Keystone View Company. Stereographic Library Tour of the World, 189 gut erhaltene Stereokarten 9 x 18 cm dieser Reihe, mit 2 Schatullen (stark benutzt) der Vol. I–II und XI–XII. – Und: 3) Wirgin, Wiesbaden. "Wirgin Stereo", 1954, seltene Namens-Variante der "Edixa Stereo", Steinheil "Cassar 3,5/35" in Vario, Verschluß läuft, Meter-Skala. Start Price: EUR 180 Zustand: (3/3)Graph-Check Sequence Camera Model 400, Stereo Cards and Wigin Stereo1) Photogrammetry, Inc, Maryland. No. 1463, camera with eight lenses for eight serial exposures on 4 x 5 in. sheet-film (usual modern sheet-film holders) or Polaroid, shutter times 1/10–4 sec, with Polaroid Land Film Holder 500, leather case and instructions, shutter working. – Note: Rare sequence camera, c. 1963, probably part of a small series for use with stereo lenses. – 2) Keystone View Company. "Stereographic Library Tour of the World", 189 stereo cards of 9 x 18 cm, with two book-form cases Vol. I–II and XI–XII, cards in good condition, cases worn. – And: 3) Wirgin, Wiesbaden. Wirgin Stereo, 1954, rare variant of Edixa Stereo, Steinheil Cassar 3.5/35 lens in Vario shutter with meter scale, working. Start Price: EUR 180 Condition: (3/3)

Jus Divinum Regiminis Ecclesiastici Or The Divine Right Of Church Government. 1646. Repaired and Rebound 1975. A fine copy in spite of the repair of a very rare book

1 Large 18th century GW inaugural button in a rare design. This authentic button from the time of George Washington's inaugural was purchased in the 1960's by the then President of the National Button Society Grace Toalson ( years in office 1965 & 66), she purchased the button from Dewey Albert , who is the author of the book button collectors call the bible to Historical and political buttons. This button has been housed in this frame (pictured) with Grace Toalsons's name, address and phone number ever since. The rarity we are told of this example is the Dotted script GW center. Although the dots are a little worn the experts have told us that it is of little concern for the rarity of this design. The dotted script GW center is bordered by the words "LONG LIVE THE PRESIDENT" If you have ever wanted a rare GW inaugural, now is your time to own a great historical button both in the United States history but also for those in the button society, a historically owned example by one of the past presidents. A wonderful button indeed. Issued: DIVISION 1=PRE 1918 AND DIVISION 3 IS AFTER 1918Dimensions: SM=Less than 3/4", Medium=3/4" to 1 1/4". Large=1 1/4" and above, extra large=1 3/4" and aboveCondition: PLEASE NOTE: These buttons for the most part are antique and may have age related wear. We make every effort to point out any significant condition related concerns, but again they are antique and not new. We also cannot be responsible for replaced shanks or issues related to the backs of any buttons on multiple button cards as we do not remove these buttons to re-card them. Please contact us if you would like any further condition reports on any lot.

1 Large early 20th century Cat playing a fiddle button. This rare example of the Cat and the Fiddle is made of a heavy bronze and is very detailed. These buttons have always sold for anywhere from $1200 to over $2000 as they are that rare and desirable. There is only one early (1940's) button book that had an example pictured in it, thats how scarce they are. The detail along with the wonderful whimsicle design made this button extremely desirable. Issued: DIVISION 1=PRE 1918 AND DIVISION 3 IS AFTER 1918Dimensions: SM=Less than 3/4", Medium=3/4" to 1 1/4". Large=1 1/4" and above, extra large=1 3/4" and aboveCondition: PLEASE NOTE: These buttons for the most part are antique and may have age related wear. We make every effort to point out any significant condition related concerns, but again they are antique and not new. We also cannot be responsible for replaced shanks or issues related to the backs of any buttons on multiple button cards as we do not remove these buttons to re-card them. Please contact us if you would like any further condition reports on any lot.

Symons (Julian) [The Chief Inspector Bland trilogy], 3 vol., comprising The Immaterial Murder Case, "This book was written in 1938, partly as a joke, and not sent to a publisher until 1944. Much later I learned that the dedicatee (who was also the murderer) was much upset by the caricature of him. Since then I have not allowed the book to be reprinted", spotting and ink ownership inscription to endpaper, jacket with browning to spine, upper joint split and almost broken, gouge to upper panel, some spotting and toning, 1945; A Man Called Jones, jacket with light toning to spine, ring marks to upper cover, some spotting, 1947; Bland Beginning, "This is based on the Thomas J. Wise forgeries, but I didn't know quite enough about them, and made one or two mistakes!", jacket spine a little browned, 1949, first editions, signed by the author, the first and last with lengthy inscriptions, original cloth, dust-jackets, slight chipping to spine tips and corners, [Cooper & Pike pp.281-4], 8vo (3)*** The complete CI Bland novels, rare to find complete and all three works signed. 

Christie (Agatha) The Witness for the Prosecution and Three Blind Mice, first edition, ink ownership stamp to pastedowns, original grey boards lettered in brown, light discolouration to covers, dust-jacket, light toning to spine, spine ends and corners a little chipped, chip to head of upper panel, closed tear to foot of upper joint, a few small nicks to head and foot with light creasing, light toning and surface soling to rear panel, a very good example, [Cooper & Pike pp.82-9], 8vo, New York, Detective Book Club, [1948].*** The rare true first edition of Three Blind Mice, later to be adapted for the stage as The Mousetrap.Originally broadcast as a half-hour radio play in the UK in 1947 in honour of the 80th birthday of Queen Mary, Christie the adapted the work for the present novella before subsequently expanding it for a full theatrical production when it was staged as The Mousetrap in 1952. Christie stipulated that as long as The Mousetrap was performed in the West End, the story should not be published in the UK. Consequently this story has only ever appeared in the US. We can trace no other example of this work in dust-jacket at auction or on the wider market. 

Christie (Agatha) Dumb Witness, first edition, 4pp. advertisements, occasional light spotting, contemporary ink ownership inscription to front free endpaper, original red cloth lettered in black, slight shelf-lean, sunning to spine ends, slight bumping to spine tips and corners, dust-jacket unpriced, spine ends and corners chipped, affecting first word of title at head of spine and last word of publisher's imprint at foot, a few nicks and short closed tears to head, light creasing to extremities, extremities rubbed, light surface soiling to lower panel, a very good example of a rare jacket, [Cooper & Pike pp.82-9], 8vo, The Crime Club, 1937.*** Rare in the dust-jacket, we can trace only 2 examples at auction. Dumb Witness is the last Poirot novel to feature Hastings until Poirot's Last Case (1975)."Agatha Christie’s own dog, Peter, to whom this book is dedicated, posed for photograph on the jacket, but disclaims any connection with the events of the tale." - Text on front flap. 

Innes (Michael) Death at the President's Lodging, first edition, signed by the author on title, Typed Letter signed from the author to John Cooper expressing amazement at the prices for first editions of his books, loosely inserted in original envelope, folding map at end, original black cloth lettered in red, slight shelf-lean, slight bumping to spine tips and corners, split to foot of lower joint, a little rubbed, a very good copy, facsimile dust-jacket, [Cooper & Pike pp.174-6], 8vo, Victor Gollancz, 1936.*** The first book published by Innes (pseudonym of J.I.M. Stewart) and the first of the Appleby series. Rare signed.

Wade (Henry) Released for Death, first edition, Autograph Letter signed from the author loosely inserted, light browning to endpapers, original brown cloth lettered in purple, slight shelf-lean, some edge-spotting, toning to spine, slight tips and corners slightly bumped and a little frayed, facsimile dust-jacket, [Cooper & Pike pp.297-9], 8vo, Constable, 1938.*** A rare pre-war title, an inverted detective story with an excellent 4-page letter discussing the book: "I have at last found a copy - apparently the sole survivor apart from my own copy - of RELEASED FOR DEATH. It has the enhanced value that when the book is re-issued, as I hope it will be some day, it will have a different end. The last 6 or 7 chapters are thoroughly bad, and when I was lying up last year with a bad leg I re-wrote them."

Marsh (Ngaio) A Man Lay Dead, first edition, original red cloth lettered and ruled in black, very light fading to spine, second issue dust-jacket priced at 2/6 on spine, light fading to spine, spine ends and corners chipped with loss to first word of title at head and part of imprint at foot, spine with strengthening tape to verso, a few chip or short tears to head and foot of panels with creasing, some light rubbing and surface soiling, [Cooper & Pike pp. 205-207], 8vo, Geoffrey Bles, 1934.*** Marsh's scarce first novel and the first book to feature Chief Inspector Alleyn. Rare in either first or second issue dust-jacket. 

[Berkeley (Anthony)], "Francis Iles". As for the Woman, first edition, some scattered foxing to early and later pages, light toning to endpapers, original black cloth lettered in gilt, light vertical crease to spine, light band of toning to upper cover, spine tips and corners a little bumped, original first issue blue and yellow dust-jacket priced at 7/6 on spine, spine ends and corners chipped with 1" portion of loss to head of spine affecting author's first name, chips and closed tears to head and foot of panels, with creasing including long tear running into lower panel, internal tear to upper joint, light surface soiling, surface chipping to fore-edges, [Cooper & Pike pp.30-33; Johns A24], 8vo, Jarrolds, 1939.*** The final book published by Berkeley as Iles. The dust-jacket is exceptionally rare. Other copies have appeared at auction in the pictorial dust-jacket but this was a late issue. We have been able to trace no other example of the first issue jacket at auction or on the market. 

Carr (John Dickson) Hag's Nook, ink ownership inscription to endpapers, marking to upper cover, 1933; The Eight of Swords, some marking to covers, 1934; The Arabian Nights Murder, an excellent copy, 1936; Death-Watch, spotting to spine, some staining to covers, 1936, first or first English editions, occasional spotting, original cloth, toning to spines, extremities rubbed, facsimile dust-jackets, [Cooper & Pike pp.65-74], Hamish Hamilton, 8vo (4)*** An excellent group of early Gideon Fell titles, all rare, especially the first as attested in a note of John Cooper's: "The only copy I have ever seen of this book in first edition. It is only one of two books in my collection that I have never seen in its dust wrapper".

Wade (Henry) Heir Presumptive, first edition, signed by the author on title, folding family tree (creased), light browning to endpapers, bookplate of Charles W. Berry and book-label of Burn & Berry to front pastedown, original green cloth lettered in blue, slight shelf-lean, slight bumping to spine tips and corners, extremities rubbed, [Cooper & Pike pp.297-9], 8vo, Constable, 1935.*** Rare signed.

[Carr (John Dickson)], "Carter Dickson". The Plague Court Murders, 1935; The White Priory Murders, vertical crease to upper cover, 1935; The Red Widow Murders, 1935; The Unicorn Murders, 1936, first English editions, original cloth, slight shelf lean, spine ends and corners a little bumped, extremities rubbed, facsimile dust-jackets, [Cooper & Pike pp.65-74], William Heinemann; and 2 others early Merrivale titles, 8vo (6)*** A good group of early Sir Henry Merrivale titles including the rare first book in the series. 

Brand (Christianna) The Rose in Darkness, first edition, signed presentation inscription from the author "This really is my own favourite book... "Sari", my beloved, committed suicide while I was writing it (I hadn't seen her for years) & I was able to go back & rewrite her exactly as she really was. And this is how she really was." to front free endpaper, original black boards lettered in gilt, slight bumping to spine tips, dust-jacket, light creasing to head of spine else fine, [Cooper & Pike pp. 44-46], 8vo, Michael Joseph, 1979.*** The second and final Inspector Charlesworth novel with a superb inscription, rare.

[Christie (Agatha)], "Mary Westmacott". Giant's Bread, ink ownership name on front free endpaper, cloth soiled and discoloured, spine and edges faded, facsimile dust-jacket, W. Collins Sons & Co, 1930; Unfinished Portrait, endpapers spotted, cloth spine faded, few marks to covers, facsimile dust-jacket, 1934; Absent in the Spring, original dust-jacket priced at 7/6 on upper flap, light fading to spine and surface marking, otherwise sharp and near-fine, 1944; The Rose and Yew Tree, endpapers browned, original dust-jacket priced at 8/6, lacking lower panel and flap, portions of loss to corners and spine ends, some fraying to edges, 1948; A Daughter's a Daughter, fore-edge a little spotted, original dust-jacket re-priced at 4/6 on upper flap, edges nicked with some creasing, spine head frayed, still a sharp example, 1952; The Burden, original dust-jacket designed by Kenneth Farnhill and priced at 15s on upper flap, strips of fading to panels and spine, spine head and corners chipped, water-staining to lower panel, slight shelf-lean, 1956, first editions, original cloth, excellent unless otherwise mentioned, [Cooper & Pike pp.82-9]; and a first American edition of Absent in Spring, 8vo (7) *** An excellent complete run of Christie's works written under her pseudonym Mary Westmacott.As a complete departure from the constrains of her growing association with mystery fiction, Christie was able to explore psychological fiction under her nom de plume which was kept secret for over 20 years. The six novels she wrote, though far from the heights of her detective fiction achievements, these still had moderate success. “Your letter re my Mary Westmacott book Absent in the Spring gave me so much pleasure that I feel I must write you a personal letter—This was a book I was wanting to write and which I went over and over in my mind—when at last I had a few days leisure I knew that at last the time had come—I wrote it in a matter of a few hours—at white hot speed and immense pleasure—such as I have never felt over any other book—I wrote it just as I wanted it to be—and refused to make the least alteration of any kind—I also enjoyed writing the other Mary Westmacott book[s]—The Rose & the Yew Tree and Giant’s Bread—but Absent in the Spring was my happiest non stop piece of pure pleasure.” - Letter to a fan, sold for ~$4,000 in 2014 at auction.    Rare with most of the original jackets. We also note a possible binding oddity for Giant's Bread - this copy is without the blind-stamped ruling above the title and below the publisher's imprint. 

Witting (Clifford) Catt Out of the Bag, first edition, front free endpaper map illustration, original red cloth lettered in gilt, slight shelf-lean, dust-jacket priced at 7/6 on front flap, spine ends and corners a little chipped, creasing to spine ends, a few short nick to head and foot, light rubbing, an excellent example overall, [Cooper & Pike pp. 312-314], 8vo, Hodder and Stoughton, 1939.*** Witting's fourth book, a Harry Charlton title, rare in the dust-jacket

Brand (Christianna) Tour de Force, first edition, signed presentation inscription from the author to endpaper "Dear sweet Louli in this book - based on a great friend of mine." to front free endpaper, original black boards lettered in gilt, slight shelf-lean, very slight bowing to upper cover, dust-jacket by Freda Nichols, price-clipped, rubbed else near-fine, [Cooper & Pike pp. 44-46], 8vo, Michael Joseph, 1955.*** The final Cockerill novel, rare signed and in dust-jacket. 

KAWASE HASUI (1883-1957)Showa era (1926-1989), dated 1927An oban tate-e print, titled Akita Karasunuma (Karasu Marsh, Akita), from the series Tabi miyage dai sanshu (Souvenirs of Travel, third series), dated Showa ninen saku (Work of Showa 2 [1927]), published by Watanabe Shozaburo, with Hanken Shoyu Watanabe Shozaburo seal at lower right; signed Hasui with Kawase seal. 38.2cm x 26cm (15in x 10¼in).Footnotes:A rare design and first edition that is seldom offered at auction, compare with a similar impression accompanied by Hasui's sketch book No. 16, depicting the same place in the collection of Watanabe Hangaten, see Rieko Tomokazu, Kenji Fujimoto and Satoru Matsushima eds., Kawase Hasui: Tabi to kyoshu no fukei (Kawase Hasui: Travel and Nostalgic Landscape), exhibition catalogue, Tokyo, Step East, 2021, p.107, no.135.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ** VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Pair: Leading Stoker G. Osborne, Royal Navy, who saw further service in H.M.S. Dolphin at the Battle of Tokar in February 1891 Egypt and Sudan 1882-89, undated reverse, no clasp (G. Osborne, Sto., H.M.S. Myrmidon); Khedive’s Star, dated 1884-6, with Tokar clasp, unnamed as issued, good very fine and a rare combination of awards (2) £400-£500 --- Approximately 81 no clasp medals awarded to H.M.S. Myrmidon. Only two ships were engaged in operations at Tokar on 19 February 1891, H.M.S. Dolphin and H.M.S. Sandfly, with approximately 115 men from the Dolphin and 69 men from the Sandfly entitled to the Khedive’s Star with clasp. Of these 184 recipients, only 19 men from the Dolphin (including Osborne) and 13 men from the Sandfly had already received a dated Khedive’s Star (as well as an Egypt and Sudan Medal 1882-89); the remainder received just the undated Khedive’s Star with clasp, without any British campaign medal. George Osborne was born in Gillingham, Kent, on 16 August 1863 and joined the Royal Navy as a Stoker Second Class on 20 February 1883. He served in H.M.S. Myrmidon from 10 January 1884 to 11 April 1888, was promoted Stoker on 1 April 1884, and saw active service in this ship during the latter Egyptian campaign. He subsequently served in H.M.S. Dolphin from 23 September 1890 to 19 May 1891, and took part in the Battle of Tokar, 19 February 1891. Advanced Leading Stoker on 5 April 1893, he had a brief spell with the Coast Guard at South Arran and Ballyheige from 10 November 1893 to 28 January 1895, before retuning to service afloat, and was finally shore pensioned on 5 March 1903, joining the Royal Fleet Reserve at Chatham five days later. Sold with copied service papers and medal roll extracts; and a copy of the book Tokar 1891 - the Men and their Medals by Mark A. Reid, in which the recipient is featured and his medals illustrated; it is further noted that Osborne’s pair are the only known combination of these medals known. Note: The recipient’s original Egypt and Sudan Medal was issued on 10 November 1886, but a duplicate medal was issued on 12 August 1898. His Khedive’s Star was issued in 1888 and the clasp for Tokar was issued subsequently for service in H.M.S. Dolphin.

WW2 double signed book Flying Colours The Epic Story of Douglas Bader By Laddie Lucas. Signed by both to inside page. Rare and very collectable. Good condition. All autographs come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99

WW2 8 Battle of Britain Pilots multiple signed RAF Sir John Grandy cover. Rare variety. 27 June 87 BFPS 2139 Marshall of the RAF Sir J. Grandy. Personally Signed by Marshal of the RAF Sir John Grandy, He was the only officer who fought and commanded a squadron during the Battle of Britain to reach the post. 8 Battle of Britain Pilot, crew WAAF. John Booth 600 and 23 Sqdn's Blenheim's Air Gunner, Alan W Gear 32 Hurricane Sqn, pilot, Avis Hearn awarded M M for Bravery, WAAF, Sqn Ldr J G P Millard Nos 1 and 242 Squadrons pilot, Sqn Ldr H. M. T. Heron 266 and 46 Sqn pilot, John Keatings 219 Sqn Air Gunner, A. L. Winskill 72 and 603 Sqn's, Spitfire pilot Ace. Donald Stones 79 sqn. Some Details from Men of the Battle of Britain Book enclosed. Very few issued with additional Signatures. Good condition. All autographs come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99

A rare Don Pottery neoclassical caneware octagonal teapot and cover, c1805, with fine black sprigging of classical figures in beaded medallions flanked by pendant foliage and paterae, 15cm h, impressed GREEN/DON POTTERY, collectors' label Provenance: J D & D A Griffin Collection Comparative literature: Don Pottery Pattern Book, fig 45. The matching sugar box and cover from the Emerson collection and sold by Phillips in 1871, now in the Victoria & Albert Museum, is illustrated in Griffin (John D) – The Don Pottery 1801-1893, front piece illustration and discussed pp.173-4 Cover chipped. Tip of spout broken and restuck, with lossBase broken and neatly restuck, no professional restoration and of fine appearance

H.M. King Edward VIII (later the Duke of Windsor), fine English navy wool fur lined overcoat with Astrakhan collar made for the monarch in 1934 by Simpson & London Ltd when he was Prince of Wales. This very stylish coat is cut in the military fashion with wool twill body, double breasted front with two rows of six polished horn buttons and features an angled breast pocket and angled side pockets with flaps, upturned cuffs and wide Astrakhan collar. It is further enhanced with a nutria fur lining for extra warmth. The inside pocket bears the tailor's label marked 'H.R.H.The Prince of Wales K.G./ No.X4-438 and dated 2.11.34. The size is chest 40in (102cm), length 49in, (124cm)H.R.H. The Duke of Windsor as he became was considered a leader of men's fashion even down to the way he tied his ties (the Windsor Knot). In his book 'A Family Album' published in 1960, he recalls this coat being made for him as a gift by his old friend and equerry, General Trotter, and had served him well as an invaluable cold-weather asset: "In New York, when I venture out into the streets in the winter, I almost always put on a heavy, fur lined overcoat..... My grandfather, who liked to wear a coat with an Astrakhan collar, might have not have scorned this one of mine.....'After the Duke and Duchess of Windsor died this coat and the rest of their possessions were sold by Sothebys in several monumental sales in New York in 1997. The coat which had been so beautifully cared for along with the rest of the Duke's wardrobe by his loyal valet Sydney Johnson, was numbered lot 2865 and far exceeded its estimate of 1500-2500 dollars going on to make 20,700 dollars (approx £15,000 at the time). This is a very rare opportunity to buy a very stylish and beautifully made Royal overcoat with guaranteed provenance belonging to one of the most famous and controversial British monarchs of the 20th century.

Tobacciana. Three vintage boxed Bryant & May's Sovereign Book Matches (fifty) boxes, along with a Power Diesel and Power Petrol example, a rare Warath Motor Spirit by Neptune Oil Co. Ltd, and four black Shell BP examples. Also including a Barking Dog Cigarettes cardboard box case, empty.Bryant & May box measures approx. 8cm x 17.5cm x 11cm.

° ° Scrap Book. (Coins and Medals). A large volume of 'Fine and rare engravings of English coins and medals', circa 1840's-1940's. 'An interesting item which may well reward further research'. Retailed by Spink in 1991 for £225.

A RARE VINTAGE REV AWDRY GORDON THE BIG ENGINE PRE-CUT MODEL ENGINE BOOK No.3 INTACT & UNUSED

Make & Model:Citroen, AX GT Date of Reg:H925PPW Colour:Grey cc:1360 MoT:2025-04-02 Fuel Type:Petrol Mileage:34400 Transmission:manual Summary:Now a rare machine, this Citroen AX GT was registered in August 1990 and has an MoT through to April 2025. Its odometer reads 34,400 miles, which is believed to be genuine - there is a service record through to 1994 (at 15,793 miles) after which there's a gap until the MoT in March 2011 at 31,804 miles. However, the car was known to be in storage for several years. The car's originality extends to the original dealer plates and tax disc holder on the car (Duff Morgan of Norwich) as well as a dashboard with no cracks, which is rare for a MkI AX. It has received a respray at some point prior to the vendor's ownership. Recent work includes a new cambelt, water pump and head gasket in 2023, while the last service was in May 2024. The Citroen is reported as running and driving well, albeit with the vendor noting that the heater blower only operates on speed setting 3 (a common AX issue, which is resolved by replacement of the blower motor resistor pack).Paperwork includes the current and past V5C, MoT certificates back to 2011, assorted invoices, some old tax discs and a brochure. There's also the book pack with owner's manual, Blaupunkt radio instructions, Citroen dealership directory and service book with five stamps, the last in May 2024 at 34,133 miles.   

Make & Model:Land Rover, Range Rover HSE Date of Reg:X246LGC Colour:Green cc:4556 MoT:2025-10-26 Fuel Type:Petrol Mileage:71147 Transmission:automatic Summary:4,556cc. 400 special edition Range Rover HSE V8 Holland and Holland models were built but only 100 were sold in the UK, all of which were finished in Tintern green and featured interior upgrades. This rare example was supplied new by Park Lane Land Rover. It has had just three registered owners from new, the last since 2008 who appears to have used it only occasionally but always undertaking annual servicing. Pirelli tyres all round. New headlining, tailgate struts and cables just fitted. The pixels on display screen require attention and radio is currently not working. This has been noted on previous service and advise to replace unit. Last major service at  69931 miles and is sold with 71,147 warranted miles. The newly issued MoT is without advisories.  All Holland & Holland extras (excluding gun cabinet).  History file contains MoTs dating back to 2007, together with invoices for servicing and repairs, original Land Rover hand-book, tax discs. The spare tyre is unused and comes with complete tool bag. Has two keys. 

Make & Model:Mercedes , 190E Date of Reg:E855HPG Colour:White cc:1997 MoT:2025-08-01 Fuel Type:Petrol Mileage:43850 Transmission:manual Summary:This manual 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.0, with rare full leather interior has had just a single owner from new and is showing a low mileage of just 43,850 miles on its odometer (which can be warranted from the service and MoT history). It was registered in January 1988 and has an MoT through to August 2025. We are told that the car has always been garaged and not driven if there was the chance of rain; as a result, it is in very good condition inside and out. It was fully serviced up to 2020 and then taken off the road after that point. Its spare wheel has never been used and it still has its original Mercedes-Benz first aid kit and valet kit (as supplied when new) which also hasn't been used. The car runs and drives, with its electric sunroof and windows all functioning as they should. Recent work after its period out of use has included a new fuel filter and fuel pump service, plus new spark plugs.    Paperwork with the car includes the V5C, book pack with owner's handbook and supplement, Blaupunkt Cambridge radio instructions, dealership directories and service book. This is stamped up to 43,752 miles in January 2018. There's also current and past MoT certificates, print-out of online MoT history back to 2006, some older invoices and an old leather-bound road atlas.

Make & Model:Vauxhall, VX220 TURBO Date of Reg:KW05FXS Colour:Yellow cc:1998 MoT:2025-10-09 Fuel Type:Petrol Mileage:7601 Transmission:manual Summary:With the V5C showing just two registered keepers, the last owner of this Lotus Elise-based 1998 Vauxhall VX220 Turbo owned it for 18 years and it is now only being sold due to bereavement. The 7601 miles on the odometer is warranted by the excellent condition and history, which also shows care and attention throughout the car's life, regardless of cost. It is now very rare to find one with such a low mileage. The Vauxhall was registered in July 2005 and has an MoT valid until October 2025. Paperwork includes the V5C and a large stack of invoices and MoTs throughout the car's life, back to the original bill of sale for £19,695. There's also the owner's manual, list of approved repairers and service book with 16 dealer stamps through to 7583 miles in July 2023.   

Make & Model:Nissan, GSi Date of Reg:H59MJC Colour:Red cc:1998 MoT:2025-09-03 Fuel Type:Petrol Mileage:44314 Transmission:automatic Summary:This very smart Sunburst Red Nissan Primera 2.0 GS saloon is now a very rare modern classic, with the website How Many Left? recording that only two 2.0 GS examples are left on the road. The model was introduced in late 1990 as a replacement for the Bluebird and built in Sunderland; in its day, it was a very well-regarded car with a reputation for fine driving and good handling. The 2.0-litre SR20 engine produces 128bhp.  This example was registered in March 1991, making it an early car. It features electric windows all round, central locking and manual factory sunroof. It is totally original - even down to original dealer numberplates, tax disc holder, keyring and factory stereo (with electric aerial) and is now showing a low 44,314 miles on its odometer, which can be verified from the paperwork. Condition inside and out is very good, especially considering the originality. The MoT is valid until September 2025. The first owner had it for 30 years until his death in 2020; in his ownership, it was carefully looked after and apparently garaged every night. It still has his binoculars and cassettes in the centre armrest cubby hole where he left them (along with newer versions of the sweets he also enjoyed). The V5C shows four recorded keepers overall. The Nissan has been featured on Furious Driving, Lloyd Vehicle Consulting and JJ On Cars on YouTube. It has also been in the Daily Telegraph's Rarest Cars series (and on its stand at Silverstone in 2023). In November 2023 it was displayed at the NEC Classic Motor Show on the Pride of Ownership stand and won the Retro Repmobile Trophy at the 2022 Festival of the Unexceptional. We are told by the vendor, who uses the car regularly (but sparingly) that it runs and drives well, with no known issues. Recent work has included an oil and filter service during the summer, with the tyres and battery also being quite fresh too. All electrical items are functioning as they should. There's an extensive history with the car that includes the current and past V5Cs, service book (with stamps up to 36,493 miles in February 2008, although there is paper evidence of servicing beyond this), owner's handbook, MoT certificates back to 2000, assorted invoices and press articles. There's also a separate dealer workshop manual as well as a Haynes one. The Nissan has all its trophies and awards as well, plus two original keys (with the alarm deactivated).

Make & Model:Citroen, C6 Exclusive Date of Reg:KP07BYR Colour:Grey cc:2720 MoT:2025-07-02 Fuel Type:Diesel Mileage:79860 Transmission:automatic Summary:A rare top-of-the-range diesel Citroen C6 with 2720cc diesel engine and cream leather interior. Registered in March 2007 with 79,860 miles now showing on its odometer. It has an MoT through to July 2025. The car features electric front and rear seats, cruise, head-up display, 6 CD changer and working air conditioning. The car runs and drives, although both the service light and depollution system light are on. Paperwork includes the V5C, book pack with owner's handbook, NaviDrive, trip computer, audio system and Bluetooth instructions and service book with stamps up to May 2020 at 74,404 miles, along with navigation and telematic system CDs. There's also assorted invoices and MoT certificates as well.   

1932 Austin 16/6 Burnham Saloon 2249cc (Manual) – DE 8572First registered on 4th January 1932 and bought by a Mr Henry Burgess from Norfolk Hotel Garage in Arundel on 25th March 1932 for the price of £350. Trading in his Singer Saloon for £85. From that point on it appears that Mr Burgess kept a diary of every single expense transaction on the Austin, in fact the book contains some transaction that can only be assumed belonged to the Singer too. We can see that the car was effectively parked up during the war from December ’41 to 1946. As well as this the history file documents correspondence between owners in the 1960’s. There are letters later explaining that the original registration “GW 2949” somehow ended up on an Austin 12/4 and that the current registration DE 8572 is from a 1934 16/6. However, this was some time ago as the buff log book in the file is from 1947, and shows the current registration. There are MOTs dating back to the ‘70s. and invoices for restoration work carried out in the ‘90s. The current vendor has fastidiously restored and maintained this car into a near showroom condition since becoming only the 4th owner on the V5 in September 1997. The condition of this car is impeccable and a huge credit to the current vendor. There is very little we can say about the car that the history file and car itself can’t already tell you. Simply that this is a rare treat in the Austin world. Few, if any, come up for sale in this condition or with history so detailed. If you collect Austins, this is a must for you. Ditto if you like cars in exceptional condition.  View more - https://hansonsclassics.com/car/1932-austin-burnham-saloon/

Very Rare 'Caterpillar Club' Lapel Badge with Red Enamel Eyes. Good Pin in very good Condition. 20mm long, Awarded to Sgt W.A. Poulton who's name is engraved to the rear of the badge. There is a large book of research on the recipient of the story of Him and the events of the shooting down of his Halifax Aircraft during WW2 over enemy territory. See multiple photos.

Viceregal school. Perú. Central decades of the 18th century (reign of King Ferdinand VI, 1746-1749)“Inauguration of the office of alderman of Lima, of the viceroyalty of Peru, Don Fernando de Rojas Marres” and ”The Exaltation of the House of Nobility of the alderman of Lima, Don Fernando de Rojas Marres”Pair of oil paintings on canvas. 100 x 73 cm. each.The first painting is divided into two parts, the upper part possibly showing the swearing-in or oath of office of the new alderman of Lima, Don Fernando de Rojas Marres of the viceroyalty of Peru, as he climbs the semicircular stairs to the throne from which he will make government decisions. The golden throne is topped by a red curtain and an open crown, clear symbols of power. Behind it, the two Tuscan columns symbolise the strength and fortitude that every ruler must have in order to lead their people. Above the crown, apart from the word ‘fortune’, an allusion to this virtue, the scene is accompanied by two other virtues linked to power and dignitaries, science on the left and fame on the right. The two female figures who bestow symbols of power, the ruler's sceptre and the crown are the ruler's acolytes and witnesses to the scene.The central figure is dressed in the fashion of Ferdinand VI's reign, which dates the painting and its companion piece to the middle decades of the 18th century. To complete the parallelism of the central scene at the top, two noble coats of arms are placed at either end. The one on the right, topped by the helmet of a warrior, indicates the rank of knight or order of nobility of the person, who would in turn belonged to the order of knighthood of Santiago, one of the four most important orders of knighthood in Spain along with those of Calatrava, Montesa and Alcántara. During the restoration of the painting, the change in the iconography of the area of the coat of arms where the eagle is located came to light. Initially there were three vertical golden bands which were covered by the bird, although it is not clear whether this change was made while the painting was being executed or after the work was completed. The other coat of arms, this time with the crown of government, shows very different heraldry with no distinction of knighthood.The change the coat of arms underwent in this painting also affected its counterpart in the other painting.The noble coats of arms could have belonged to Rojas Marres' paternal branch, that of Don Feliciano de Rojas Ponce de León, and to his maternal branch, that of Doña Juana de Marres, or it is also possible that the one on the left could have been his own, that of the alderman, and the one on the right that of his wife, Doña María María Ana Concepción del Castillo Castañeda.Whilst the upper part of the painting represents political power and command over the people and the virtues that accompany the governor in order to govern well, the lower part, the most didactic part of the canvas, shows the values and qualities of the new government through the representation of 32 squares with elements divided into two panels of 16 squares each.The panel on the left represents objects that have explanatory symbolism linked to elements of power, while the panel on the right shows scenes with a written phylactery above them. These panels would have helped to explain the iconological programme, which symbolised the political programme of the new ruler, to the illiterate population, who made up the majority of the indigenous or native peoples at the time.The second painting shows that the importance of the family and its service to the empire rests on the Spanish monarchy and the Catholic faith.As if it were a ‘Tree of Jesse’, the distribution of the different elements that make up the rich and varied composition of the painting are arranged in a highly symmetrical and rational order.The base of the tree rises above the strong figure of the Child Virgin Mary on her throne, iconography that was very popular during the 17th and 18th centuries throughout Latin America, partly due to Zurbarán's paintings that came from the old continent to the ‘New World’. The feather below could refer to the feather of the archangel Saint Gabriel in the Annunciation. Given that the dogma of the Immaculate Conception was a matter of State and of protection by the Hispanic monarchy, the weight of the Crown rests on it and rests on the figure of the Virgin Mary; as one of the columns of Hercules in the coat of arms of Spain, legendary founder of the Hapsburg dynasty, acts as the trunk of the tree with the phylactery bearing the motto ‘NON PLUS ULTRA’, before Charles V and the anagram ‘Victor’ in golden letters.This anagram is flanked by the lion of Spain and the eagle of Saint John, protector of the Spanish monarchy, both also with golden crowns. On this rests the royal crown of the Bourbons, thus constructing the trunk of the compositional tree, where monarchy and religion are the pillars on which the family's noble coat of arms rests, which in turn is crowned by a laurel wreath bearing an angel and a scroll with golden symbols.The different branches of the ‘tree’ are divided according to the symbols and their distribution.In the upper part, the elements depicted are linked to the litanies of the Immaculate Conception, symbols related to the Virgin Mary. At the top is the sun, the eight-pointed star which has been linked to the Virgin Mary since antiquity, and the moon. The king of the day and the queen of the night contemplate the scene. Between there and the middle of the painting are a rose bush and an olive tree on the left, and a bunch of lilies and a cypress on the right, flowers and plants associated with Mary. All the iconographic repertoire, together with the symbols of the Marian litanies in the upper part of the painting, the elements of science (the book, the compass, the globe and the candle that is not extinguished by the four winds, also depicted) and the six virtues in the lower part, justify the service and work of this noble house to the royal house and the Catholic religion, the foundations of the Spanish empire in the Latin American colonies.In conclusion, these two paintings present a political programme for the government of the new ruler of Lima in the 18th century. The importance of this pair of canvases lies precisely in the way they represent this political programme by justifying the noble house as being in the service of the King of Spain and the Catholic faith. To this end, it also makes use of a graceful play of symbols, something rare to see in paintings from Spain itself, but common in the Americas, to educate and explain to the people how their new rulers will exercise their power.We are grateful to the art historian and restorer Ignacio Panicello for cataloguing and identifying these paintings.Provenance: Former collection belonging to Adrián de Rojas Maestre (descendant of the regent of Lima, Don Fernando de Rojas Marres).This family, or part of it, with important historical links, settled in Spain before 1950 at the Finca El Maestre in Seville. The paintings have always belonged to the family.The subject of our paintings, Fernando de Rojas Marrés, was born in Ceuta and died circa 1800 in Madrid.There is a record in the Spanish Historical Archive of his transfer to the Americas as a ‘Merchant of textiles, he went to South America on the ship Aquiles under the charge of Captain Martin Joseph de Echenique, bringing cargo directly to the port of Callao Lima. Record of information and passenger licence to the Indies of Fernando de Rojas y Marres’.

Canada.- Restigouche River.- [Kies (William)] Salmon Fishing on the Restigouche, [?one of 20 copies], photographic illustrations, original printed wrappers, housed within modern custom-made morocco-backed drop-back box, [Chicago], [privately printed], 1938 § Fitch (Charles E., editor) Recollections. Abraham Lansing, [and] the Log-Book of Camp Albany, together 2 parts in 1, one of 300 copies, plates, original cloth, privately printed, 1909, [together Wood BSS 105 & 107]; and 4 others, including a rare pamphlet by Jack Russell, 'Angling and Hunting on the Restigouche' and a fine silver gelatine photograph of 'Indian House Lodge Restigouche River' (mounted and within box), both [1920s], v.s. (8) *** A varied group of items relating to salmon fishing on the Restigouche River in New Brunswick (Quebec, Canada). Some are well-known within the canon of Canadian angling literature (Lansing) while others are rarities, such as the Russel pamphlet. Wood describes the Kies work (first item) as, 'one of the legendary salmon rarities', widely believed to have been only 6 in limitation. 

Salmon Flies.- Phair (Charles) Atlantic Salmon Fishing, 2 vol., number 16 of 40 deluxe edition copies, vol. 1 singed by author on half-title, text vol. with colour and plain plates, 'vol. 2' containing 14 actual salmon flies, consisting of 14 display mounts of thick card, 12 of which with actual flies affixed within inset panels (the whole fly at head within oval inset and the constituent parts below separately) and one each with samples of salmon fly hooks and salmon gut (again affixed to inset panels), a couple of mounts with faint finger-soiling, a few with glue discolouration visible otherwise clean and bright, these all loose within 'vol 2' box, both vol. uniformly bound in dark green half morocco, gilt, rebacked in dark brown morocco (vol. 1 preserving original spine labels), together housed within original slipcase, [Wood BSS 167], large 4to, New York, The Derrydale Press, 1937.*** An exceptional copy of the rare deluxe edition of Phair's work. Probably the most famous American salmon fishing book containing actual flies and a classic of the literature more broadly (Wood), this copy's display of flies is notably free from moth damage, as otherwise often occurs. The flies were all tied to Mr. Phair's specifications by C. Farlow of London; most tied with old-fashioned gut loop eyes (even though the hooks displayed are 'modern' with steel turned-up eyes).

Salmon Clubs.- British Isles.- Midland Salmon and Trout Club [Rule Book], maps, some light spotting, original printed wrappers, a few small marks, privately printed, 1935 § Wigan (Michael) Grimersta: the Story of a Great Fishery, [one of 650 copies], photographic and other illustrations, original cloth, Isle of Lewis, privately printed, 2000, [together Wood BSS 164 & 163], v.s. (2)*** First mentioned: Ephemeral booklets like this are rare. The Midland Salmon and Trout Club was exclusively limited to 50 members, with water on the Severn, Dee, as well as the Blythe and Onny Fisheries. Neville Chamberlain MP is listed as President. Second mentioned: A history of the famous Grimersta Estate founded 1924, a syndicate of 25 members that controls the Grimersta salmon fishery on the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides. Poet Laureate and angler Ted Hughes was also a member.   

Canada.- [Henry (Walter)] Trifles from My Port-Folio or Recollections of Scenes and Small Adventures during Twenty-Nine Years' Military Service..., first edition, hinges starting, original cloth-backed boards with paper labels to spines, vol. 2 with gauge mark to top edge, spines sunned, a little soiled and rubbed, housed within modern custom-made slipcase, 8vo, Quebec, William Neilson, 1839.*** Rare: only one copy at auction in last 50 years. Believed to be the first book to discuss salmon fishing in North America, with several chapters devoted to Henry's fishing trips to the Malbaie and Jacques Cartier rivers in the 1830s. 

Salmon Fishing Illustration.- The Sportsman's Portfolio of American Field Sports, whole page wood-engraved illustrations (c.280 x 210mm.), contemporary ink ownership inscriptions to half-title and upper cover, some minor marginal damp-staining, original printed upper cover wrapper, lower cover supplied in later drab along with repairs to spine and extremities, a little creased and soiled, housed within modern custom-made drop back box, [Wood BSS 216], oblong 4to, Boston, M.M. Ballou, 1855.*** Containing a rare and important illustration: likely the first American illustration of fly fishing for salmon (Wood), and described by the Derrydale press in their 1929 reprint edition as 'the first American picture book of sport'. 

A extremely rare 1847 Daguerreotype of Giuseppe Mazzini (1805-1872) taken by Antoine Claudet (1797-1867), depicting Mazzini posed with his head in his hand whilst leaning on a book upon a table beside him, gazing at the viewer, a note pinned to velvet lining of case reads 'Daguerreotype of Mazzini taken by Claudet in 1847 ("Mazzini's letters to an English family" Vol 1. p.60)', photo 7 x 6cm, case 9.5 x 8.5cm.  Provenance: Giuseppe Mazzini was an Italian politician, journalist, and activist for the unification of Italy (Risorgimento) and spearhead of the Italian revolutionary movement. His efforts helped bring about the independent and unified Italy in place of the several separate states, many dominated by foreign powers, that existed until the 19th century.  The photographer of this portrait, Antoine Claudet, became one of England's first commercial photographers using the daguerreotype process for portraiture, improving the sensitising process by using chlorine (instead of bromine) in addition to iodine, thus gaining greater rapidity of action. In addition to this, he also invented the red darkroom safelight, and photographed significant figures such as Michael Faraday and Charles Babbage. His daguerreotype of Hemi Pomara, in the National Library of Australia, is the oldest known photograph of any Māori person. This item belongs to the Estate of the late William Lloyd George, 3rd Viscount Tenby (1927-2023), the grandson of David Lloyd George, 1st Earl of Dwyfor (1863-1945) the British Prime Minister from 1916 to 1922 during WWI, who was known to be influenced by Giuseppe Mazzini. Condition Report:

Registration No: PAG 620A Frame No: VSB1T0043744 MOT: ExemptThis is the actual scooter used to launch the digitally remastered Quadrophenia album in 2011Personally specified by Pete Townshend in collaboration with Liam GallagherThis is the scooter used in the book and at the official launchExtensive official and rare memorabilia collection comes with the lotRunning well and has V5C for use on the roadThe cult status of The Who’s rock opera film Quadrophenia needs no introduction and its appeal grows ever stronger as the years go by. A magical infusion of culture with its distinctive working class 60s mod appeal. The original album was released in 1973 as a rock opera with the film coming out later in 1978. As the years go by the allure of the film and music seems to get stronger. The album was re-released in 2011 also supported by a special tour. The promotion of the release was centred around the original album and was personally overseen by Pete Townsend himself. The images of the book for the re-launch were planned to contain many images of an absolute replica of the original ’Chad’ GS160 that appeared on the original album cover and within the book that came with the album. Pete Townshend commissioned Dave Wyburn of the Quadrophenia museum in Gloucester to do the rebuild and he was given access to the private original pictures from 1973 of the original scooter being customised at The Who’s Ramport studio in Thessaly Road. This is all documented in Dave Wyburn’s notes which are supplied with this lot. Dave Wyburn had a suitable GS160 in the museum which had a PX engine in it. By all accounts Pete Townshend specified that the engine had to be an SS180 engine because that was what was used in the scooter back in 1973 so one was sought for the machine and this is what it has in it now VSC1M005491. The scooter is absolutely faithful to the original with the correct original RAF St. Christopher badge and all of the spotlights are original Miller, Stadium, Lucas and Radyot as per the original. The physical launch went on for 8 days in Carnaby Street and during this time a number of offers were made to buy the scooter (it was insured for £15000 for the scooter alone at the time) and it was sold shortly after. The scooter was offered back to Dave Wyburn some years later and he bought it back for the museum. Our vendor was able to buy it in 2020.The venue chosen for the physical launch was the relatively new ‘Pretty Green’ clothing store with its flagship boutique on Carnaby Street owned and run by Pete's friend Liam Gallagher of Oasis. Pretty Green produced some special limited edition items to coincide with this to also be launched at the same time. This included a strictly limited luxury parka and a number of shop displays.In addition to this special scooter a huge collection of official memorabilia associated with the album release and the launch in Pretty Green all come with this lot. Many of these items are strictly unique and unrepeatable and include:The official Pretty Green Quadrophenia parka which retailed at £500. Number 1 out of a limited edition of 100. It has never been worn.The official book of the album re-launch featuring the scooter with hand-written message by Dave Wyburn One of only 2 statuettes made by ‘Remy’ of Chad for the launchAn original framed poster for the digitally remastered albumCorrect sergeant stripes and official Pretty Green patchThe static display board from the launchThe original 1973 Quadrophenia double vinyl 12 inch album with the book insideAn original 1973 framed poster of the original album (used in the Pretty Green shop display)A replica pair of Chad shoesPretty Green scooter kit bagSome original Pretty Green shop display paisley background and paper shop wall paper. Dave Wyburn’s personal notes including delivery times to the shop launch etc.This scooter and its part in contemporary popular and culture together with the provenance that accompanies it should be of major interest to collectors of rock memorabilia and historical scooters. For more information, please contact: Paul Diamond info@vintagescooters.co.uk 07768 313001

Registration No: 144 XVR Frame No: 149193 MOT: ExemptPreviously one family/company ownership from newSubstantial history fileRestored and in full working order at the time of consignmentV5 and ready to use on UK roadsThe Lambretta LD Mk1 was first introduced in 1951 as a 125cc model as a successor to the LC. It had covered panels over a tubular frame and had the addition of a torsion bar. This feature remained on all Lambrettas until 1958. The LD also had springs enclosed in the front forks. The Mk2 had a number of improvements. The rear brake was now cable-controlled and the gears used a single teleflex cable. There was also a small luggage box which housed the optional speedometer. The whole ride experience was much improved and the LD Mk2 was subsequently a very popular model. Lambretta Concessionaires, the British importer of Italian Lambretta scooters had already begun enhancing the product with a line of practical and decorative accessories in order to grow the market within clubs and the public. One further step was to emulate the successful Italian trend of scooters being used as the business vehicle and alongside the Steib passenger sidecar the Steib Tradesman box was also offered. Steib Metallbau from Nuremberg, Germany had been making high-quality sidecars since 1928 and with the scooter versions were the official sidecar supplier to Lambretta Concessionaires from 1954. Steib Metallbau closed in 1957 making their scooter sidecars very rare indeed and the tradesman box even rarer. This extraordinary 1955-built combination registered new in January 1956 by Warburton Bros motorcycle dealers of Cheshire was purchased new by the former keeper's grandfather in January 1956 for his company Thomas Coppock & Co. The company supplied quality paint, paint brushes and lacquers in the Manchester area from their Stockport base. The vehicle had previously never left Cheshire. The buff logbook shows one change of owner to a James Shackleton, but we know this to be an employee of Coppock and Co, as was usual to have the regular user on the logbook. It was subsequently transferred back to the previous keeper's father. The original registration number 'KDB 87' was transferred to another vehicle and the scooter has been issued with an age-related number. The substantial history file that accompanies this combination includes: The original buff logbook (with an admin error on the stated serial numbers which are not Lambretta numbers), a copy of the official entry in the Cheshire archives for 'KDB 87', and all of the subsequent transfers of the number off the vehicle. Also, a substantial amount of original Thomas Coppock & Co promotional memorabilia, a Cheshire fuel ration book and original serviceman’s handbook. There are also a large number of photographs of the vehicle before and during the recent restoration. There is also the original scooter guarantee from Lambretta Concessonaires signed by Peter Agg himself in January 1956This example has been subject to a well considered and complete restoration in 2019 in the original colour of the time by Jed Lahan local a well known Cheshire motorcycle scooter restorer. Or consultant was able to see the scooter running and was able to ride the combination over a long distance with no issues. She comes with two full sets of working keys including for the trade box, and is ready to use with V5 on UK roads. Consider coffee seller, mobile bar and mobile vinyl disco? For more information, please contact: Paul Diamond info@vintagescooters.co.uk 07768 313001

Registration No: TCG 34H Frame No: DS6-01133 MOT: ExemptAuthentically presented YDS6 250 twinSold new in Hampshire, August 1969Supplied with its original green log book and a V5CYamaha Motorcycles was formed in 1955 as part of the company more famous for musical instruments. Their first bike was the YA-1, like the Bantam a copy of the DKW RT125 but in typical Japanese fashion, this was soon improved upon with the arrival of the YA-2 in 1957. By the 1960s Yamaha had a range of twins that became the basis for the TD and TR race bikes, and the RD range in the seventies cemented Yamaha's reputation for high performance two strokes with models like the RD400 dominating production racing in the day, embarrassing a few larger capacity bikes. Not many Yamahas were sold in the UK in the 1960s, making this a rare bike that has spent its entire life on these shores.Sold new in Hampshire, August 1969 and supplied with its original Green VE60 logbook, it is presented in an authentic and mostly original condition. The Metallic Red paintwork has been refinished, the frame powder coated and cables replaced with the correct Silver ones, but the chrome, wheel rims and seat etc are original. Not used in anger for a while, the bike started and ran when being photographed and comes supplied with a current V5C and the aforementioned logbook charting its ownership from new until the mid-1970s.are original For more information, please contact: Ian Cunningham ian.cunningham@handh.co.uk 07415871189

Registration No: 244 LHT Frame No: 130117 MOT: ExemptBritish registered from new with complete historyWith original buff logbookTransferable registration number194cc versionV5C for use on UK roadsDürkoppwerke's history began in 1867 when Heinrich Dürkopp started making sewing machines out of the backroom of a clockmakers shop. In 1870 they moved to their own premises in Bielefeld adding shoe making machines. In 1885 the firm began making bicycles and ball bearings. By 1898 the firm began making cars and motorcycles including the famous Knipperdolling small car. However after WW1 the company was in debt and the automobile division was sold to Mercedes Benz. Durkopp continued to make cylindrical bearings including for tanks and weapons during WW2. After the war the company jettisoned its bearings business and returned to sewing machines, bicycles and motorcycles including scooters.The Durkopp Diana scooter was launched in 1953 and was splashed across the headlines early in production when Miss Germany ‘won’ a Diana in 1954. It was extremely well built with sleek lines and was ahead of most of the competition with a powerful engine that produced 9.5hp and the headlight on the handlebars. The later 194cc 4 speed Sport model produced 12hp and could reach speeds of 100 km/h while the 171cc Sport TS version produced 10.8hp. Weighing in at 150kg (330 lbs) the Diana had remarkable luxurious build quality all over. The electrics were Bosch 12 volt electric start (with kick start as back up) and used a number of fuses in a car style fusebox. The foot gear change could be knocked into neutral regardless of which gear you were in (positive neutral). Hella lights were as standard all over (the rear lights are the same as used on the Messerschmidt KR bubble cars). The attention to detail is impressive with small details such as chromed aluminium and rubber strips on the side panel edging to protect the side panels where they meet the chassis, heel strips to protect the side panels against passenger shoes, wide foot boards for the pillion and 4 floor strips each side for the riders feet. The large Denfeld dual seat was impressively sprung with comfortable support for the pillion. The embellishers on the side panels are chrome over brass. Apart from keys for the ignition, seat and tool box there was a further ‘secret key’ hidden from view in the upper part inside the tool box. A total of 24,963 Dianas in all forms were produced before production ended in 1962. In Great Britain Diana Concessionaires based in Molesworth, Surrey offered a range of optional accessories and had a service centre in Hampton Wick, Surrey. Available in 1961 for the princely sum of £219 10s 9d, it was more expensive than the Lambretta TV175 Series 2 (£189 17s 6d), or the Vespa GS (£188 8s 3d). In 1961 a road test by Scooter News Mechanics summarised that ‘the Diana in any of its forms was one of the best scooters made today’.Here we present a rare matching numbers Mk2 TS Sport with the fixed larger Hella headlight. Registered new on 30th January 1961 by Kings Motors of Bristol, it was acquired by our vendor 54 years ago in 1970. We are informed by the vendor that it was in full running condition when parked up. We are told that this scooter recently had a new chain and Hepolite piston fitted. This is the version with the larger VDO speedometer which incorporates the ignition warning light and headlight indicator. Probably unique to a scooter in 1961, the Mk2 Sport had a headlight ‘flasher’ located on the handlebar with the lights switch and horn control. All original keys are present, not copies. Everything is original. The mileage is currently 23255 and genuine as backed up by the supplied MOT in 1970. The original buff log book is present giving us full history from new. The scooter is fully road registered with modern V5C and the number plate is transferable. For more information, please contact: Paul Diamond info@vintagescooters.co.uk 07768 313001

A rare gold and enamel almanac charm pendant, France, late 18th century, designed as a book, the front and back covers applied with blue and white enamel, each centring on an oval grisaille enamel landscape, opening to reveal a printed book titled 'Le Reveil Matin Almanach Pour L'Année 1777 A Paris', pendant length 2.6cm including later jump ringMiniature almanacs were popular in Paris from the early 1760s, and typically contained a list of saint's days for the year ahead, alongside illustrations of various street vendors and related poems. Created as gifts for young ladies, they were also used as New Year’s presents, given out by pastry shops and chocolatiers.

A RARE EDWARD IV 15TH CENTURY GOTHIC WALNUT SCRIPTORIUM/REVOLVING BOOKSTAND. The tapered revolving top with pierced open arch and wavy gallery edge to create the book support, this all raised on a circular stand and central pillar to allow the section to revolve, the base with Gothic arches and supports, 117cm wide, 151cm high For examples showing the use see Konemann Gothic (1998) pp. 398 CH Massin Mobilier Moyen-Age Renaissance, pp. 33.

A rare signed 1954 American hardback edition of 'Men of Colditz' written by Major Pat Reid, one of the few British officers to successfully escape from the infamous Colditz Castle, Oflag IVc, making his daring 'home run' to neutral Switzerland. The book retains its original but worn protective sleeve.Inscribed by Major Reid, the message reads: "To Michael, best of everything, Pat Reid 19/4/90." This personal dedication adds a special touch to an already remarkable piece of World War II history.Accompanying this lot is a signed letter from Pat Reid to Michael Booker. In the letter, Reid explains the reasoning behind the book's title change for the American edition, where it was published as 'Men of Colditz'. He notes that the American publishers felt the original UK title, 'The Latter Days', wasn’t as appealing to their audience. This personal insight offers a rare glimpse into the behind-the-scenes decisions that shaped the book's release.Reid’s detailed narrative of Colditz, combined with the personal inscription, offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of the Colditz story from one of its most famous escapees. ISBN-10: 0333342690

A rare signed 1984 first edition hardback of 'Colditz: The full story' written by Major Pat Reid, one of the few British officers to successfully escape from the infamous Colditz Castle, Oflag IVc, making his daring 'home run' to neutral Switzerland. The book retains its original protective sleeve, preserving its exceptional condition and historical significance.Inscribed by Major Reid, the message reads: "To Michael, with much appreciation for your help. From Pat, 1st Nov 1984." This personal dedication adds a special touch to an already remarkable piece of World War II history.Reid’s detailed narrative of Colditz, combined with the personal inscription, offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of the Colditz story from one of its most famous escapees. ISBN-10: 0333342690

A rare signed paperback edition paperback of 'White Mouse' written by Nancy Wake. The book is inscribed with a message that reads: "To Michael Booker, with sincere wishes Nancy Wake".This captivating autobiography recounts the extraordinary life of Nancy Wake, an Australian who joined the French Resistance and later served in the Special Operations Executive (SOE) during World War II. Wake became a pivotal figure in the Maquis (French Resistance) in the Auvergne region, playing a crucial role in aiding Allied soldiers to safety through a clandestine escape network.This lot also includes a personal letter from Nancy Wake to Michael Booker, dated August 1992, providing an intimate glimpse into their correspondence.A compelling addition for collectors and history enthusiasts, this signed edition not only highlights Nancy Wake’s remarkable legacy but also serves as a testament to the courage and resilience of those who fought for freedom during the war. ISBN-10: 0725105232.

A signed 1952 hardback edition of 'Specially Employed' a compelling firsthand account of British assistance to French Resistance fighters during World War II, written by Colonel Maurice J. Buckmaster, the head of the French section of the Special Operations Executive (SOE). The book comes with its original protective sleeve, preserving its condition and historical significance.In addition to Buckmaster's signature in the book, this lot includes a signed, handwritten letter from him, dated 9th September 1982, addressed to "Inky." This personal correspondence adds an extra layer of rarity and connection to the author.An additional signature appears beneath Buckmaster’s name inside the book, further enhancing its uniqueness. This remarkable piece offers a rare insight into the operations of the French Resistance.

An original 'A Wartime Log' book, published by the Canadian Y.M.C.A. during World War II, provided to Canadian Prisoners of War (POWs) as a means of documenting their experiences behind enemy lines. This particular log belonged to POWs held at Stalag VIII-B, Lamsdorf—one of the largest and most infamous POW camps in Nazi-occupied Europe. The book contains a fascinating collection of illustrations, drawings, poems, and writings, created by the prisoners themselves, offering a rare and deeply personal insight into life inside the camp.Among the contributors is Warrant Officer William Hughes (RAF, POW No. 26834), whose artistic and literary entries provide a poignant reflection on the hardship, camaraderie, and resilience of the prisoners. His work, alongside that of fellow inmates, captures the emotional and psychological landscape of wartime imprisonment, blending humor, sorrow, and hope through detailed sketches, poetic verses, and diary-like passages.Though the log is incomplete, the material it contains is an invaluable time capsule, offering not just glimpses of POW daily life but also extraordinary examples of wartime creativity. These entries illustrate how the prisoners used art and literature to cope with the horrors of captivity, maintaining a sense of identity and morale. The artwork and poetry, created with whatever limited materials were available, stand as enduring testaments to the human spirit in times of extreme adversity.This logbook is a remarkable piece of history, reflecting the resourcefulness, courage, and hope of those who endured internment at Stalag VIII-B.

A rare multi-signed first edition 1986 hardback edition of 'Tunnelling into Colditz: A mining engineer in captivity', a memoir written by Jim Rogers. This book provides a unique account of his experiences as a POW during World War II. The book comes with its original protective sleeve, further preserving its excellent condition and historical value.What truly sets this copy apart is the remarkable collection of signatures from nineteen distinguished former Colditz POWs, including Jack Best, Gris Davies-Scourfield, Mike Moran, Peter Allan, Pat Reid, Peter Storie-Pugh, Dick Lorraine, Kenneth Lockwood, Dusty Miller, Archie Noul, Hugh Bruce, Jimmy Yule, Dain Worall, and more. Additionally, the author Jim Rogers has personally inscribed the book with the message: "To Michael Booker, from Jim Rogers."Accompanying this extraordinary lot are two photographs of the book being signed by Jim Rogers, Mike Moran, and Dain Worall. ISBN-10: 0709028040

A rare book parcel address label sent via Raon-sur-Plaine to Colditz in 1944 addressed to the British communist journalist and Second World War POW Giles Romilly. Giles Romilly was the brother of Esmond Romilly, and nephew of Winston Churchill through his wife Clementine Churchill. Giles was held as a hostage by Adolf Hitler within Colditz Oflag IVc and guarded 24 hours a day. Because of his link to Winston Churchill the Colditz Kommandant was referred to have had 'his head' on his safe-keeping.

A signed 1992 paperback edition of 'Colditz: The German Story' written by Hauptmann Reinhold Eggers, (Colditz Security Officer). This book offers a rare and insightful account of the infamous Colditz POW camp, as seen through the eyes of Hauptmann Reinhold Eggers, the camp's Security Officer from 1940 to 1945. Eggers recounts his challenging duty of preventing escapes in a camp notorious for housing some of the most determined Allied prisoners during World War II.While this edition is not signed by Eggers, it features the signature of Peter Hoffman, a German camp guard stationed at Colditz from 1942 to 1943, who was a witness to the infamous Franz Joseph escape. Hoffman's signature adds a unique layer of authenticity and historical relevance to this account, offering an additional perspective from one of the men charged with maintaining security at the camp. ISBN-10: 0709044763

A rare signed first edition hardback of 'Odette, The Story of a British Agent' written by Jerrard Tickell, a classic of the Special Operations Executive (SOE) literature. This compelling biography tells the incredible story of Odette Hallowes (née Sansom), one of the most renowned SOE agents of World War II. Operating under the code name "Lise," she was parachuted into occupied France, where she was eventually captured, imprisoned, and subjected to torture at Fresnes and later at Ravensbrück. As one of the few FANY agents to survive the war, she was awarded the George Cross for her gallantry and went on to marry fellow SOE agent Captain Peter Churchill, known by his code name "Raoul."This special edition is inscribed with a warm message: "To M.J. Booker, with best wishes, Odette."Additionally, this lot includes a letter from G. M. Hallowes to Michael Booker, dated July 1981, along with a complimentary slip.A remarkable addition for collectors and history enthusiasts, this book not only highlights the bravery and resilience of Odette Hallowes but also serves as a testament to the extraordinary contributions of SOE agents during the war.

A rare multiple-signed edition paperback of 'In Presence of my Foes' a compelling account by Gris Davies-Scourfield that chronicles the harrowing experiences and resilience of a World War II POW. This unique copy is signed by 16 fellow POW veterans, including notable figures such as Jack Best, Peter Allan, W. Broomhall, Dominic Bruce, L. Fleet, and others, making it a truly remarkable piece of wartime history.The book is also personally inscribed to Michael Booker with the message: "For Michael Booker, Gris Davies-Scourfield."Additionally, this lot includes a letter from Gris Davies-Scourfield to Michael Booker, further adding to the personal and historical significance of this collection.

A rare signed 1984 first edition hardback of 'Colditz: The full story' written by Major Pat Reid, one of the few British officers to successfully escape from the infamous Colditz Castle, Oflag IVc, making his daring 'home run' to neutral Switzerland. The book retains its original protective sleeve, preserving its exceptional condition and historical significance.What makes this copy particularly special is its collection of signatures from sixteen distinguished former POWs, including Mike Moran, Kenneth Lockwood, John Wilkins, Mickey Wynn, Pat Fergusson, Ted Beets, Dominic Bruce, Michael Burn, Pat Reid, Ivo Tonder, Jedrez Giertych, Tommy Elliott, John Higgard, Toby Broomhall, Bill Anderson, and Skelly Ginn.Reid’s detailed narrative of Colditz, combined with the multiple signatures, offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of the Colditz story from one of its most famous escapees. ISBN-10: 0333342690