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22 October 2025 14:00 Venue: Online only timed auction
This remarkable single-owner collection, presented across two sales, offers a rare insight into a lifetime of passionate and discerning collecting. Spanning the realms of militaria, natural history and the curious, Part I features an exceptional range of military-related items – from traditional arms, medals and ephemera to an extensive array of military-themed toys, including early Heinrichsen flats and an impressive Ernst Plank pontoon diorama, circa 1912.Equally captivating is the breadth of natural history and historical material, from entomological cabinets and taxidermy to remarkable antiquities such as a Chinese bronze helmet from the Zhou Dynasty, circa 800–500 BC. Literary and archival treasures also abound, including a 1910 first edition of Wagner’s The Rhinegold & The Valkyrie illustrated by Arthur Rackham, a WWI French stereoscope viewer with rare glass slides, and a typed letter signed by FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover.From ancient relics and rare documents to meticulously preserved specimens, this collection is rich in history, character and intrigue – offering something to fascinate collectors across many fields. This is an online-only auction – a simple and flexible way to bid directly through our website, without an auctioneer or final live broadcast. Lots close in order with individual countdown timers. Find out more in our article. Introducing: Our New Online-Only Auctions
Viewings are open Monday - Friday, 9am - 4:30pm, from 6th - 21st October.Additional viewing on Wednesday 22nd October, 9am - 2pm.
Buyer's premium 25.00% plus VAT.
In-house post & packing available - see individual lots for prices.
Items to be paid for Wednesday, 29 October and collected by Wednesday, 29 October
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This auction will be live online from 14:00 22.10.2025 on 22 October 2025
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From placing my bid, payment and arranging colection the staff were top notch.
Dale R, November 2025
Super easy transaction parking and collection was a breeze. Will definitely recommend
Russell W, November 2025
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William C, November 2025
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Maurice M, November 2025
My introduction to this auction was bidding via the-saleroom.com, On visiting to collect my lot I was impressed by the quality of the auction rooms and friendly welcome from reception. Thank you
Leslie G, November 2025
What a beautiful showroom! I’m going to have to check your unsold stock! Great reception from your staff, especially the young man who brought the watch to me and answered a couple of queries about other stock on show, I will be back!
Bridget Helen S, November 2025
Perfect service. Thank you very much
Edith H, November 2025
Kind staff and very easy to buy with. Truly recommend.
Zach Q, October 2025
The stool was excellent just what we hoped and your service was also excellent
D R, October 2025
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Steve H, October 2025
5* service , as always. Many thanks
John P, October 2025
Absolutely top class service. The lot was just as described, the auction was efficient and I love the Denby! Picked up the following day, no issues, great staff. Such a good find. Thank you.
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Kevin B, October 2025
Great service as always, excellent packaging and extremely fast overseas shipping, special thank you to Lucy, Michael and the superb packing team. I highly recommend this saleroom. Kind regards from Japan.
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linda i, September 2025
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Dawn G, September 2025
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Barry D, September 2025
Fantastic auction house, Lee you were amazing. Thank you so much for all your help and patience. We couldn't of loaded that van without you, what a star. Thank you. Jo and Andrew.
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