30th Apr, 2014 12:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Seraph)

 
Lot 179
 

179

[M] A SIX-BOLT ADMIRALTY-PATTERN DIVING HELMET BY...

A SIX-BOLT ADMIRALTY-PATTERN DIVING HELMET BY SIEBE GORMAN & CO. LTD., NO. 13202
with tinned bonnet with removable face plate counternumbered, spitcock, air inlet with sprung non-return valve, telephone port with blanking nut inscribed TELEPHONE, adjustable exhaust valve corselet with weight studs at front and back, hinged safety pin, stamped brasses secured with wing nuts, fitted internally with chin buzzer and telephone speaker -- 19in. (48cm.) high; together with a lead-weighted pair of leather diving boots, front and back weights, and a six-bolt canvas and rubber diving suit and helmet stand
(a lot)

Sold for £4,960
Estimated at £2,500 - £3,500

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report
Helmet: maker's plate missing. Fine overall condition with tinning apparently complete, one or two very minor dents to the top of the bonnet, as might be expected.
Weights worn, boots and suit in good condition.

We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Charles Miller Ltd is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD “AS IS” IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE.

 
A SIX-BOLT ADMIRALTY-PATTERN DIVING HELMET BY SIEBE GORMAN & CO. LTD., NO. 13202
with tinned bonnet with removable face plate counternumbered, spitcock, air inlet with sprung non-return valve, telephone port with blanking nut inscribed TELEPHONE, adjustable exhaust valve corselet with weight studs at front and back, hinged safety pin, stamped brasses secured with wing nuts, fitted internally with chin buzzer and telephone speaker -- 19in. (48cm.) high; together with a lead-weighted pair of leather diving boots, front and back weights, and a six-bolt canvas and rubber diving suit and helmet stand
(a lot)
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