A yellow metal open face fob watch, the white enamel dial with roman numeral chapter ring and subsidiary seconds dial in a yellow metal outer case with engraved scroll design and vacant cartouche to back, marked 18K and numbered 1226298, no front cover or glass, base metal inner case also numbered 1226298, stem wind movement signed J W Benson 62 & 64 Ludgate Hill London and numbered 1226298, diameter of dial 29mm, diameter of case 33mm, no personal inscriptions or monogram, watch is running at present time although no guarantee is given, gross weight 32.8g; and a yellow metal fancy link Albert watch chain, fitted with swivel and T-bar, pad stamped 9c, 30cm, rose metal swivel fob attached with a bloodstone to one side and cornelion to the other, marked 9c, gross weight 30g.
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An autograph book (c A4 size) with a selection of signature (approx 100) to inc: Bob Willis, Andy Peebles, Mark Benson, Bill Beaumont, Robin Smith, David Gower, Joel Garner, Dickie Bird, Mike Newell, Muhammad Ali, Tony Wilson, Mike Gatting, Mark Ramprakash, Peter Beardsley, Lineker, Mike Summerbee and Francis Lee, George Best and more. Signatures obtained in person by the vendor.Click here to watch video: https://youtu.be/IFR8NbNRsdY
Cricket Collection of 12 Items includes Official 1986 Tour Guide, England v Ireland Test Match 2019, Benson & Hedges Cup Final 1986 & 1989, Cricket World 1988, Nat West Bank Trophy 1987 & 1988, Cricket World Cup 1992, Wombwell Cricket Lovers Society Annual Magazine 1990, Irish Cricket vol 4 No 1, Irish Cricket Annual 1993 & 1997, good condition. Good condition. All autographs are genuine hand signed and 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 £10
W.A.S. BENSON (1854-1924) A pair of brass candlesticks, on tripod bases with heart shaped feet, with coppered petal shaped drip pans, stamped under foot, 17.5cm high Condition Report:Both pieces are stamped to the base of the foot. No damage or restoration to either piece. Please click on images to see close up
Hasidism.- Yoseph (Ya'akov, of Polonne) Toledot Ya'akov Yoseph, first edition, text in Hebrew, 2 ink stamps to title, title leaf extensively repaired with significant portion of text supplied in facsimile, some shaving to headlines, some expert repairs, mostly marginal but with very occasional small loss of text (mainly to verso of final leaf), p.18 silked, p.201 supplied in sympathetic facsimile, some very light browning and the occasional light stain, particularly towards end, handsomely bound in antique-style calf [by Courtland Benson], gilt, spine richly gilt and with red morocco label, marbled endpapers, small folio, Korets, Tzvi Hirsch b. Arye Leib & Samuel b. Yissachar Segal, 1780.⁂ Rare first edition of the Toldos, the very first Hasidic work to be published. Important as an original source for hundreds of first hand quotes of the Baal Shem Tov's teachings. According to Hasidic tradition, the book sold but few copies and was harshly suppressed, even put to the torch in a number of communities.
Thea von Harbou: 'Metropolis', London, Reader's Library, September 1927, 1st edition, 4th printing, 250pp, small 8vo, original publisher's burgundy cloth, gilt lettered and decorated. Verso of title page states that the first edition, first print run was 100,000 copies in February 1927, followed by three print runs of 50,000 copies each in March, May and September 1927 respectively, this being a September 1927 4th printing copy. Landmark Science-Fiction and Fantasy story set in 2026 in a technologically advanced city, sustained by the existence of an underground society of labourers. Written in conjunction with the film directed by Von Harbou's husband Fritz Lang; together with Robert Hugh Benson: 'The Necromancers', L, Hutchinson, [nd], c.1909, original cloth gilt (2)
An early 20th century 9ct gold J.W Benson open faced pocket watch, comprising a white enamel dial with Roman numerals, subsidiary dial, at 6, engine turned case with vacant shield cartouche, diameter approx. 47mm, keyless wind at 12, movement marked J.W Benson London 0.7831, case inner marked 7831, London hallmark 1925, total gross weight approx. 87grams Condition report: winds and ticking, some wear and tear commensurate with age Note: regarding watches/pocket watches please note movements untested, functionality untested, for more information request a condition report with specific questions or please view in person
A ladies 18ct gold open faced pocket watch, comprising a white enamel dial with Roman numeral markers, subsidiary dial at 6, keyless wind at 12, foliate engraved case with vacant shield cartouche, approx 33mm, signed movement J.W Benson London, circa 1910, movement numbered 1881466, total gross weight approx 31.4gms Condition report: winds and ticking, fine scratches to glass, wear and tear commensurate with age Note: regarding watches/pocket watches please note movements untested, functionality untested, for more information request a condition report with specific questions or please view in person
A Carl Zeiss Jena Petrological Microscope With Important Provenance, German, dated 1895, engraved to the body tube'', the microscope stands on a large brass 'Y' shaped foot finished in black lacquer work, the body is supported atop a squat pillar on trunnions, at the base is a plano-concave mirror below ABBE illuminating apparatus on adjustable rack and pinion with a internal aperture for the Nicol polariser, above is a rotating and permanently centered stage with divided circle at the edge with slide clips, course focus via the large wheels at the rear of the body tube, top drawer tube with mm scale with rack and pinion adjustment, Amici-Bertrand lens on dovetail inserted behind the opening at the front objective centering via screw, with tripple nosepiece engraved CARL ZEISS, i original mahogany case with 4 Zeiss objectives, eyepieces, selenite disks, case height Footnote: in the 1898 Zeiss catalogue this was the most expensive microscope produced by the firm. The stand alone was 575 marks, by comparison, their cheapest microscope was 50 marks for the IX stand Sir Isaac Lowthian Bell: The Victorian Ironmaster, a Pioneer in Metallurgy and Industrial Innovation. Sir Isaac Lowthian Bell, 1st Baronet and LL.D., was an important player in the industrial landscape of 19th-century Britain. Born on February 15, 1816, in Newcastle-on-Tyne, Bell was the son of Thomas Bell, a partner in the firm of Messrs. Losh, Wilson, and Bell, and the grandson of Isaac Lowthian of Newbiggin, Cumberland. His remarkable journey in metallurgy and chemical engineering would shape the nation's industrial progress and scientific understanding. Bell's entrepreneurial spirit led him to take charge of the Walker Ironworks following his father's passing in 1845. This laid the foundation of a multifaceted career that would span several pioneering endeavors. In 1850, a significant breakthrough occurred when Bell, along with his brother-in-law Robert Benson Bowman and his father-in-law Hugh Lee Pattinson, established a chemical company in Washington, County Durham. Here, they developed a novel process for manufacturing lead oxychloride, a significant advancement for the chemical industry. This venture necessitated Bell's resignation from his position at Losh, Wilson, and Bell, showcasing the complexities of his multiple partnerships. Bell's appetite for innovation extended to engineering and in 1850, he partnered with Robert Stirling Newall to establish the world's first factory capable of manufacturing steel rope and submarine cable, demonstrating his commitment to pushing the boundaries of industrial possibilities. Two years later, his brothers, Thomas Bell and John Bell, joined him to build a major ironworks at Port Clarence, Middlesbrough, equipped with colossal blast furnaces that were the largest in Britain at the time. These blast furnaces produced iron for bridges and steel rails, contributing to the expansion of the British Empire's railways and industries. Bell's involvement extended to the North Eastern Railway Company, where he served as a director and later as deputy chairman. Bell's commitment to innovation wasn't confined to the production of steel and iron and in 1859, he opened Britain's first factory for the manufacture of aluminium, a metal previously considered as precious as gold due to the challenges of its extraction. The plant, located in Washington, utilized the innovative Deville sodium process, making Bell a pioneer in the field. He emphasized the importance of producing pure aluminium, recognizing that even the slightest impurities could affect its properties. Throughout his career, Bell continuously explored new processes and improvements, such as the recycling of heat from escaping flue gases. In 1863, he exhibited thallium, a recently discovered element, at the British Association meeting in Newcastle. This thallium was obtained from the flue deposits at Washington, emphasizing his engagement in scientific and industrial research. One of Bell's notable achievements was overcoming the challenge of using the Cleveland ironstone for steelmaking, a task considered daunting due to the mineral’s high phosphorus content. Through large-scale experiments, he developed a basic steel process that yielded steel rails with minimal phosphorus content, further contributing to the development of the steel industry. Bell also played a key role in comparing the state of iron manufacturing in Britain with foreign competitors, particularly in France, Belgium, and Germany, underlining the importance of Britain's vast coal reserves and the role of labour costs in the industry's success. In 1882, Bell's exploration extended to drilling for salt at Port Clarence, a venture that led to the discovery of an exploitable salt bed. This salt resource would be significant for the production of soda. Sir Isaac Lowthian Bell's contributions extended to various sectors, from metallurgy to chemicals, and his legacy is still apparent in the industrial landscape of Britain. His relentless pursuit of innovation and excellence left an indelible mark on the nation's industrial and scientific progress. For his many contributions, Bell received recognition and honors, including a baronetcy and the Legion of Honour in France. Sir Isaac Lowthian Bell passed away on December 21, 1904, at the age of eighty-nine Honors and Achievements - Founder of the Iron and Steel Institute, serving as its President from 1873 to 1875. - First recipient of the gold medal instituted by Sir Henry Bessemer in 1874. - Became a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1874 for his distinction in chemistry and metallurgy, especially of iron. - Served as a juror at International Exhibitions in Philadelphia in 1876 and in Paris in 1878, earning honorary membership in the American Philosophical Institution and the Legion d'Honneur. - Founded the Institute of Chemistry of Great Britain in 1877 and was nominated a fellow of the Chemical Society of London. - Served as President of the Society of Chemical Industry from 1889-90. - Elected President of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers in 1884 and was made a baronet in 1885. - Became the 10th President of the North of England Institute of Mining and Mechanical Engineers in 1886. - Awarded the George Stephenson Medal from the Institution of Civil Engineers in 1890, and the Telford Medal for papers he presented. - Received the Albert Medal of the Royal Society of Arts in 1895 for his metallurgical research and contributions to the iron and steel industries.
A silver side wind half hunter pocket watch, by J W Benson,49mm diameter, with a blue enamel Roman numerals chapter ring to the front cover, a white enamel dial, black Roman numerals, blued double spade hands, subsidiary seconds dial, silver cuvette, movement signed 'Recta', case no. 702554, London 1939, to a leather woven cord and silver 'T' bar, London 2002, 107.09g totalCondition ReportCurrently running. No guarantee as to timekeeping or continued running.Maker's mark JWB.Marks and scratches to surfaces.Tarnish.
A collection of Lakeland interest books, comprising of The Lake Counties by W.G. Collingwood illustrated by A Reginald Smith RWS, an autographed edition limited to 350 copies numbered copy 260, signed in ink by author and illustrator, also inscribed in ink - copy was signed 14 days before death of author October 1st 1932, published by Frederick Warne & Co Limited London, together with The Heart Of Lakeland by Leeman J Oppenheimer, inscribed by artist in ink and dated 1908, published by Sherrett & Hughes, Crag and Hound in Lakeland, by C.E. Benson, Climbing At Wasdale Before The First World War, by George S Sampson (4).
Frank O. Salisbury, British 1874-1962 - Ten portraits: Mrs Loall Lee Holt, Aug 14 1957; Mrs Philip Halpen; Mrs Blanche T. Kerman, 1943; Mrs Edward F Hutton; Edward Mauger Iliffe, Lord Iliffe of Yattendon, 1ts Baron, newspaper and insurance magnate, President of the International Lawn Tennis Club of GB, 1946; Sir Alexander Maclean, New Zealander who immigrated to the USA and founded Macleans Ltd., supplier of products to English chemists. Returned to Bournemouth where the portrait was painted, 1945; Rev. Ernest Benson Perkins, British Methodist minister and author, general secretary of World Methodist church. 1950; Rev. Ernest Benson Perkins, 1956; Mrs Lil McConnell, 1949; W. T. Maclean, proprietor of The Bulletin, Philadelphia, 1929; chalk and pastel on paper, 62 x 48.5 cm and smaller (unframed) (10) (ARR) Provenance: The Walpole Society, donated by Philip Mould & Company on behalf of a private collector Note: Frank O. Salisbury was one of the leading society portrait painters of his day. The son of a plumber and glazier, he was drawn to art at an early age and throughout his career painted many important figures in the cultural and political sphere, including Queen Elizabeth II and Sir Winston Churchill. His portraits of Dame Maud McCarthy and Prince Edward, Duke of Windsor (King Edward VIII) are currently on display as part of the inaugural display at the newly reopened National Portrait Gallery in London. Salisbury also painted large-scale ceremonial, historical and religious scenes, many of which are now in public collections. Salisbury painted in a classical but lively style, bringing his sitters to life while remaining vehemently opposed to modern methods. The works for sale with Roseberys include portraits of glamourous society figures, politicians, eminent businesspeople, and members of the aristocracy. Interesting examples include portraits of Will Keith Kellogg, founder of the eponymous cereal company, Her Highness the Ameera of Bhahwalpur and Mrs Dunlap Hopkins, President of the Women’s School of Design in New York. There is also a highly moving study of a Nurse in Wartime uniform. Alongside these portraits, there is also a collection of large-scale studies for religious scenes. These works have remained unseen for several decades and were recently donated to The Walpole Society by Philip Mould & Company on behalf of a private collector.
"THE FIELD" - AN 18CT GOLD TOP WIND HALF HUNTER POCKET WATCH, the white enamel dial with black Roman numerals enclosing subsidiary seconds dial inscribed J.W. Benson, London, the three quarter back plate engraved "The Field, Best London Made By Warrant ... London", numbered B6910, with hinged gold cuvee, in a plain case with black enamel Roman numerals, London 1912, cased (Est. plus 24% premium inc. VAT)Condition Report: Appears to be in working order, dial 4.2cm diameter, case, 5 cm diameter, 126.4g gross, case, good
A 9CT GOLD TOP WIND POCKET WATCH, the white enamel dial with black Roman numerals enclosing subsidiary seconds dial, the un-numbered fifteen jewel Benson movement with hinged gold cuvee, in a plain case, Birmingham 1930, cased (Est. plus 24% premium inc. VAT)Condition Report: appears to be in working order, dial 4cm diameter, case 4.7cm diameter, 86g gross, good, case a little tatty
A George V five piece silver tea and coffee service of partly wrythen form comprising teapot and coffee pot with ebonized handle and knop, hot water jug with ebonized handle, twin-handled sugar bowl and cream jug maker J.W. Benson ltd, London 1915, 2380g gross and a plated and engraved oval tray
- Chi Chi Art Deco Heart Perfume Bottle by Renoir w/ Bakelite Cap. Circa 1942. - Unidentified bottle - Isadora Perfume by Parfums Isadora, circa 1979 - Robert Benson. (Misc - 1121, 1283, 35) Provenance: single owner lifetime collection from Jacksonville, FL - Entire collection has been donated to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church where the proceeds will be used to install a new roof for St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, Palm Coast, FL 32164, which will cost approximately $2 million. - The descriptions for these lots have been comprised from the collectors notes along with extensive research that was done by an associate of the church. We used these notes to help reference and list these items. Please be aware that the descriptions are only guides and the items are being sold as photographed and we are not held liable for any inaccuracies. ALL SALES WILL BE FINAL. - If there were any noticeable condition issues on the bottles or removable stoppers, we tried our best to photograph and show said damage. Please check all images as even if no issues are listed in the description this does not indicate lack of wear and tear. - We cannot guarentee the contents of the bottles, these pieces have been collected over a lifetime and some have liquid inside of them. Just because there is liquid inside does not guarentee that it is the correct perfume for the bottle itself. Pleasase also be aware that bottles may have to be emptied for shipping purposes which will be dictated by your location and shipping restrictions. We are not held liable for the contents of the bottles as they are being sold AS-IS
Pop LP Records, approximately one hundred and fifty albums of mainly Pop with artists including Elton John, Fleetwood Mac, Abba, ELO, Dire Straits, The Police, Simple Minds, Blondie, Style Council, 10cc, George Benson, Richard Tee, Bee Gees, Chic, Elvis Costello, Nick Lowe, UB40, Bangles, The Whispers, William Bell, Eurythmics, Earth Wind & Fire, Cockney Rebel, Pet Shop Boys and more - various years and conditions
Silver half hunter pocket watch by J. W. Benson, London and a similar gold plated (2)Silver pocket watch- the front case does not click shut. The hour hand is missing, but the watch does wind and tick. The silver case has some surface scratching commensurate with age and use. Hallmarked Birmingham 1928. Gold plated pocket watch- the front case does not click shut. The watch winds and ticks. Overall good, clean, condition with some light surface scratching to the case commensurate with age and use.
Rock, Pop and celebrity memorabilia including autographs of Kim Wilde, Cilla Black, Sir Henry Cooper (2); Duran Duran Scrapbook, Vol. 2, 3 and polaroids, concert and Tour programmes inc. Madonna, Prince, Freddie Jackson, George Benson, Michael Jackson, Gloria Estefan, Frankie Goes To Hollywood (And Suddenly There Came A Bang), inc. polaroids; Depeche Mode, Duran Duran, 'Smash Hits' magazines from 1983 ,84, 85, Film Review Jan. 1983 'E.T.', 'Live Aid' magazines, David Sylvian memorabilia, 3 signed Jacqueline Wilson books, newspapers from New Years Day 2000, 9/11, Golden Jubilee 2012, theatre programmes etc. (a lot).
J W Benson silver pocket watch, with a white enamelled dial inscribed “J W Benson, London”, seconds dial and black Roman numerals enclosing a crown wound movement, the gilt metal plate inscribed 'THE BANK' Best London Make, J W Benson, LUDGATE HILL, LONDON, “N 7434”, the snap-on back marked for London 1925 and numbered “7450”, 121.6grs, D. 5cm, cased, also with a late 19th century gilt metal crown wound pocket watch with key (both not working) (2)
J.W. Benson, London - A Swiss 18ct gold open faced pocket watch with accompanying chain, circa 1920, the engine turned dial with floral inner, 31mm diameter, black Roman numerals, blued spade and whip hands and dot minute track, crown wind mechanical cylinder movement signed EXAMINED BY JW BENSON 62&64 LUDGATE HILL. LONDON SWISS MADE WATCH MAKERS BY WARRANTS TO THE QUEEN No. 46824, with hand setting button at 1 o'clock case, 34mm diameter, verso hinged at six o'clock, polished with monogram, interior numbered 1046824 with Swiss marks for 18ct gold, additionally marked 18K with casemaker's mark of J.W. Benson, the base metal cuvette similarly numbered, 32.6g gross; the chain in rose-coloured metal, apparently unmarked, tests to at least 9ct gold, fancy filed figure of eight style links, 3mm diameter, terminating in a swivel catch and bolt ring fastening, the bolt ring supporting an additional swivel catch stamped 9c in turn supporting a hollow textured ball, 16mm diameter, tests to at least 9ct, gross weight of chain and ball 16g, all presented in the original signed and fitted box lined in blue satin and velvet (2)
A collection of costume jewellery including 9ct gold earrings, silver brooch and chain, Charles Horner thimble, J.W. Benson of London early 20th century silver cased wristwatch, faux pearls and vintage costume jewellery, cufflinks, dress watches in jewellery case, dressing table brushes etc.
A BLUE-PAINTED CAST-IRON STRIKING TURRET CLOCKBy J. W. Benson, Ludgate Hill, LondonWith two barrels and deadbeat escapement, signed with painted bronze panel in relief J. W. BENSON, LUDGATE HILL, LONDON to the left side and CLOCKMAKER TO H. R. H. THE PRINCE OF WALES to the right side, mounted with later exhibition dial and motion work, on a later square section wrought-iron stand81cm wide; 45cm high (excluding later dial); 39cm deepOverall: 202cm high; 54cm deepSee Mike Bundock and Chris McKay, James W Benson of Ludgate Hill - Turret Clock Makers, Herne Bay, 2002.Condition reportIn unrestored condition. Steel work corroded. With red-painted wood-rod pendulum. Two cast-iron weights. No crank key.
PUNK/ WAVE/ ROCK/ POP/ SOUL - LP/ 12" COLLECTION. A smashing mixed-genre collection of around 80, mostly LPs but does include a small number of 12" singles too. Artists/ titles include Buzzcocks - Love Bites (UAG 30197, record VG+/ sleeve VG+). David Bowie inc Aladdin Sane (RS-1001, Dynaflex), ChangesOneBowie. Bob Marley - Live!, Fleetwood Mac - Rumours, John Cooper Clark inc Zip Style Method, The Bard Of Salford. Quincy Jones - Mellow Madness, James Brown - At The Apollo Vol 1, Joni Mitchell - Miles Of Aisles. Joe Cocker - Greatest Hits (box set), Ohio Players, Booker T Jones, Penetration, Mads Mayday '79, Afraid Of Mice, Mark Murphy, The Police, The Tubes, Joan Baez, Pete Townshend, Supertramp, 2am, Cheryl Dilcher, Dire Straits, George Benson Stanley Clarke. Condition is generally VG to Ex, some may drop below.
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