A SHIP'S BELL RECOVERED FROM THE BARQUE CHARLWOOD, 1877, WRECKED OFF THE EDDYSTONE 1891
the 6½in. brass bell with moulded rim inscribed to front CHARLWOOD 1877 LIVERPOOL, mounted with split pin to original headstock and cut-away stand -- 11 x 12in. (28 x 30.5cm.)
Charlwood was an iron barque built by Doxford for G.H. Fletcher & Co and registered 866 tons. She was between Antwerp and Valpariso with a general cargo when she collided with the 656 ton steamer Boston at 4am on 26th October 1891 three miles off the Eddystone lighthouse. Five were rescued by a boat from the Boston, but fifteen, including the Captain's wife, child and governess, were drowned. The Boston was later sunk (23.1.96) in a collision in the Thames estuary.
Sold for £868
Estimated at £300 - £400
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
Condition Report
In wreck find condition, clapper later.
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 SHIP'S BELL RECOVERED FROM THE BARQUE CHARLWOOD, 1877, WRECKED OFF THE EDDYSTONE 1891
the 6½in. brass bell with moulded rim inscribed to front CHARLWOOD 1877 LIVERPOOL, mounted with split pin to original headstock and cut-away stand -- 11 x 12in. (28 x 30.5cm.)
Charlwood was an iron barque built by Doxford for G.H. Fletcher & Co and registered 866 tons. She was between Antwerp and Valpariso with a general cargo when she collided with the 656 ton steamer Boston at 4am on 26th October 1891 three miles off the Eddystone lighthouse. Five were rescued by a boat from the Boston, but fifteen, including the Captain's wife, child and governess, were drowned. The Boston was later sunk (23.1.96) in a collision in the Thames estuary.
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (GLADIATOR), 25th Apr, 2023
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Order of Sale:
Mercantile (Sail & Yachting) 1-75
Mercantile (Steam) 76-132
Naval (Sail) 133-237
Naval (Steam) 238-294
Navigational & Scientific Instruments 295-353
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