1st Nov, 2022 10:00
Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Gloriana)
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[M] A RARE PAIR OF GEORGE III BRASS COMMEMORATIVE SHOE BUCKLES, CIRCA 1780
A RARE PAIR OF GEORGE III BRASS COMMEMORATIVE SHOE BUCKLES, CIRCA 1780
each decorated with portraits of Admiral Lord Rodney (1718-1792) and inscribed: 'SIR GEORGE BRYDGES RODNEY ADMIRAL OF THE WHITE', in contemporary silk lined fitted box -- 6in. (15.5cm) wide
Among his many exploits, Admiral Lord Rodney (1718-1792) was celebrated for his victories at the 1780 Battle of Cape St Vincent and 1782 Battle of the Saintes, as well as relieving Gibraltar during the Great Siege. An identical pair of buckles is on display at the National Maritime Museum, Greenwich (JEW0009).
Sold for £1,612
Estimated at £400 - £600
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
A RARE PAIR OF GEORGE III BRASS COMMEMORATIVE SHOE BUCKLES, CIRCA 1780
each decorated with portraits of Admiral Lord Rodney (1718-1792) and inscribed: 'SIR GEORGE BRYDGES RODNEY ADMIRAL OF THE WHITE', in contemporary silk lined fitted box -- 6in. (15.5cm) wide
Among his many exploits, Admiral Lord Rodney (1718-1792) was celebrated for his victories at the 1780 Battle of Cape St Vincent and 1782 Battle of the Saintes, as well as relieving Gibraltar during the Great Siege. An identical pair of buckles is on display at the National Maritime Museum, Greenwich (JEW0009).
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Gloriana), 1st Nov, 2022
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Order of Sale:
Mercantile (Sail & Yachting) 1-57B
Mercantile (Steam) 58-112
Naval (Sail) 115-202
Naval (Steam) 205-319
Navigational & Scientific Instruments 325-353
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