1st May, 2018 11:00

Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art ('Britannia')

 
Lot 195
 

195

[M] THE DIVER OF THE YEAR TROPHY<br/>comprising a...

THE DIVER OF THE YEAR TROPHY
comprising a 6-bolt copper and brass diving helmet by Siebe Gorman & Co. Ltd, numbered 17373 (matching), the bonnet with removable faceplate, spit-cock, hinged safety catch, air inset with spring non-return valve, telephone port with inscribed blanking nut, and adjustable exhaust; the causelet with maker's plate, front weight studs and set of full set of brasses with bolts, now with soldered copper plate over opening, loosely mounted on hexagonal laminated wood display stand with with brass plaques listing recipients between 1970 and 2001, including stand -- 26in. (66m.) high
(2)

Provenance: Diver Magazine

Issued intermittently by this magazine between 1970 and 2001, the final recipient was the BBC'S 'Blue Planet' documentary team.


Sold for £6,448
Estimated at £2,500 - £3,500

(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)


Condition Report
copper plate soldered into top of corselet; bonnet has some remant blue paint inside; top has modest / typical denting; makers plates and brasses worn/polished.

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.

 
THE DIVER OF THE YEAR TROPHY
comprising a 6-bolt copper and brass diving helmet by Siebe Gorman & Co. Ltd, numbered 17373 (matching), the bonnet with removable faceplate, spit-cock, hinged safety catch, air inset with spring non-return valve, telephone port with inscribed blanking nut, and adjustable exhaust; the causelet with maker's plate, front weight studs and set of full set of brasses with bolts, now with soldered copper plate over opening, loosely mounted on hexagonal laminated wood display stand with with brass plaques listing recipients between 1970 and 2001, including stand -- 26in. (66m.) high
(2)

Provenance: Diver Magazine

Issued intermittently by this magazine between 1970 and 2001, the final recipient was the BBC'S 'Blue Planet' documentary team.


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