Our May Uncurated auction features nearly 400 lots including clocks, watches, artwork, coins, furniture, porcelain, glass, silver, jewelry and decorative items.
The sale features the second half of a large clock collection. Included are clocks by Bulle, Seth Thomas, Herschede, Leon Hatot ATO, as well as automobile clocks, a LeCoultre Atmos clock and a Vienna regulator. Also up for auction are Seth Thomas and Chelsea ship's bells, as well as a Robinson ship's telegraph. The sale also includes a Vacheron & Constantin 18k gold watch and a a Girard Perregaux chronograph watch.
In addition to clocks, the auction also features a large selection of coins, including a 1907 Saint-Gaudens $20 gold coin and a 1912 Indian $5 gold coin, as well as proof sets and pre-1965 Roosevelt dimes.
Other highlights include a large selection of Sumida Japanese pottery, a collection of Swarovski crystal, Lionel trains, anatomical models, lapidary sculptures, Fulper and Van Briggle pottery, a Lane bar cabinet and a Norman Mills Price oil on board.
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LOT 358:
A. Robinson and Co. British Ship's Telegraph
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Sold for: $950
Price including buyer’s premium and sales tax:
$
1,233.62
Start price:
$
300
Estimated price :
$600 - $800
Buyer's Premium: 28%
More details
sales tax: 6.625%
On commission only
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A. Robinson and Co. British Ship's Telegraph
A ship's engine order telegram or "Chadburn" produced by A. Robinson and Co. British, early 20th century. Brass, twin faceplates with ship's commands, twin handles. Only one set of chimes are in working order. Dents and bends to brass on canister attached to side of telegraph. Pitting, wear, and scuffs to brass throughout telegraph. Wear to wooden handles. Faceplates with directions are titled askew. Screw missing from top of one faceplate mount.
15 1/4" W x 9 1/2" D x 41 7/8" H.
Condition: Notice to bidders: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition. Photos are considered part of the condition report. Complete condition information is available by request, no later than 24 hours prior to the auction. All lots are offered and sold "as is", and Willow Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated.
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