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The Private Collection of Trevor Kennedy AM, Day 1 — Leonard Joel Pty. Ltd.

Auction House:Leonard Joel Pty. Ltd.Number of lots recorded:712
Sale Title:The Private Collection of Trevor Kennedy AM, Day 1Lots with images:712
Auction Location:SydneyPrices available:405
Date:1-Nov-2020
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An Edwardian sterling silver card case with matching Blotting pad, both with embossed decoration of a central kangaroo standing amongst native foliage, decorative pattern in relief around the edges and lid. Monogram to back, maker Crisford & Norris Birmingham, dated Birmingham 1908, 10 cm x 7 cm. Provenance: The Ruth Simon Collection, privately acquired from the above in 2005
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An Edwardian sterling silver card case, embossed decoration of a central kangaroo standing amongst native foliage, decorative pattern in relief around the edges and lid, maker Crisford & Norris Birmingham, dated Birmingham 1907.
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An Australian silver card case by J. F Mole, Brisbane, the case and lid profusely decorated with flowers and scrolls, circa 1913-15. Other Notes: Frederick James Mole established business in Brisbane in 1913 and quickly gained a reputation for high quality silverware manufacture. The Company is still in business.
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An Australian silver flask by J. M Wendt, Adelaide, plain design with detachable cup, hinged handle. Stamped 'J. M. Wendt Jeweller and Silversmith Adelaide broken Hill', sovereign head/crown/lion passant. Cap with monogram, circa 1890. Provenance: The Ruth Simon Collection, privately acquired from the above in 2005
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A sterling silver Hardy Brothers Australian made silver box, the lid with a map of Australia divided into States and with an opal set for Sydney. Engraved 'E. H. Sydney, Australia, Stg Sil, Hardy Brothers Ltd Australia'. Wood lined interior, length 11 cm, width 10 cm, height 2.5 cm
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A Sargison's sterling silver and copper footed box, the timber lined hammered silver finished box with hinged lid set with a rectangular copper panels of a sailing boat by a. Cross on four feet. Stamped 'Silver, Sargison', width 9 cm, depth 7.3 cm, height 5 cm. Provenance: The Ruth Simon Collection, privately acquired from the above in 2005. Other Notes: Harold Francis Sargison (1885-1983), silversmith and clockmaker, born in Hobart, apprenticed for five years to silversmith Joseph William Quarmby.…
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An Australian silver box by Edwin Harrop, Sydney, circa 1920, engine turned decoration, the lid set with an oval cabochon cut opal. Stamp 'Eh sterling Silver' to base, height 4.5 cm
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A Stewart Devlin sterling silver kangaroo surprise egg, the egg with a spiral rough cast finish opening to a gilt kangaroo with a reticulated joey on a tinted and textured ground. Original presentation box. Numbered 93 of 300, makers mark Sd, hallmarked London 1974, height 7.5 cm. Provenance: The Ruth Simon Collection, privately acquired from the above in 2005
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Three sterling silver miniature kangaroo pin cushions, the silver bodies with pin cushion backs, two with red glass eyes, two hallmarked Birmingham 1907, maker Tozer, Kensley & Fisher, one hallmarked Birmingham 1908, maker's mark rubbed, height 5 cm. Provenance: The Ruth Simon Collection, privately acquired from the above in 2005
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A Victorian sterling silver vinaigrette with applied gilded Australian artwork, the plain silver body with hinged lid, gilded grill fitted to interior, applied gilded depiction of a kangaroo in foliage. Inscribed 'A'Alla Mia Cara Sposa Brighton Xmas 1897. A.' to underside of lid, maker Deakin & Francis, hallmarked Birmingham 1897, height 4.5 cm. Provenance: The Ruth Simon Collection, privately acquired from the above in 2005
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Three sterling silver decanter labels, classical urn and swag design, engraved 'Gin', 'Brandy' and 'Sherry', each stamped 'Stg Sil'.
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A sterling silver koala brooch, a child's rattle and a EPBM stud box, the rattle decorated with a silver koala and the stud box decorated with an emu.
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Three plated coin holders, each with engraved decoration, two marked 'Best Nickle plate, made in England'.
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A collection of seven novelty vesta cases, one brass from Ballarat, one tooth with silver lid stamped 'T. T. Jones & Son Sydney', one sterling silver stamped 'C & G Stg Silver', one in the form of a woman's leg with shoe, two silver cylindrical, one with enamelled coat of arms, one in the form of a horse's hoof.
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An Australian silver and crystal powder bowl and cover, the cut crystal bowl with a sterling silver cover containing a central circular piece of mother of pearl with a central applied moulded silver kookaburra holding a worm. Marked 'Proud Sta 925', maker Prouds, height 5 cm, diameter 9 cm. Other Notes: William James Prouds opened his first Prouds store in Pitt Street Sydney in 1903.
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A 19th century Australian silver and cow hoof inkwell, the polished hoof with silver top, inkwell with hinged lid. Stamped 'L & B, SS'. Maker probably Lacey & Barry, 114 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, Melbourne, circa 1875, height 6 cm, length 12.5 cm
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A late Victorian silverplated crumb scoop, retailed by Hardy Brothers, the modified King's pattern handles terminating in a gadrooned tray, stamped 'Hardy Bros. Sydney & Brisbane English Make', length 33 cm
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A miniature silver photograph frame, the rectangular aperture with canted corners, flanked by partially draped nude women centred by a satyr mask, strut support to rear, apparently unmarked, late 19th century, Heigh 4.5 cm
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A Stuart Devlin silver pill box, the commemorative box designed and signed by Stuart Devlin, featuring a koala sitting on a gum tree branch on the lid, the underside of the lid 'Australian native fauna Strachan Australia koala. Phascolarctos Cinereus. By Stuart Devlin'.
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An electroplated violet vase by J. M Wendt, Adelaide, plain design with applied stamped plaque showing the facade of their shop at 70 Rundle Street. Stamped 'J. M. Wendt Adelaide', circa 1890, height 7.1 cm, Literature: nineteenth century Australian silver, J. B. Hawkins, Vol II, pp. 91
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A sterling silver figure, of a cloaked woman, the head detachable, hallmarked London 1860.
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A George V silver model of an Australian soldier, the digger standing at ease, on a conical moulded plinth, maker Goldsmith & Silversmith's Company, London 1918, height 9 cm
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A Hardy Brothers sterling silver vesta box, circular plain design with an applied gold kookaburra with redstone eyes, struck to base. Stamped 'HBros 925 Stg', height 3.7 cm, diameter 3 cm
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An Australian silver Christening cradle, modelled in the form of a double ended cradle with applied wave scrolls and repeating bands, ebonised rectangular wooden base. Presentation plaque 'Presented to Alderman J. B. Anderson, Mayor of Mosman by the Alderman and Ex Alderman with their hearty felicitations on the occasion of the birth of his twin children, 17th March 1898', under a glass dome, maker W. Kerr, Sydney, circa 1898, height 12.5 cm, length 15 cm. Other Notes: William Kerr came to Australia from…
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A collection of five sterling silver letter openers, each with applied decoration of enamel or metal coat of arms, koala, Perth 1962, Sydney. Four made by Prouds, Sydney.
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A sterling silver letter opener by Harris & Son, the handle decorated with kangaroo paw, stamped 'Kangaroo Paw', 'Sterling', 'Harris & Son'.
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Two 19th century fiddle pattern soup spoons, hallmarked Exeter 1839. Maker John stone, hallmarked London 1835. Maker Paul Storr.
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Ten sterling silver teaspoons, decorated with gold nuggets.
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A set of six silver plated coin spoons, together with six silver coin spoons. (12)
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A collection of fourteen EPNS Australiana serving utensils, most with bakerlite handles.
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Fourteen various souvenir spoons and forks
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A collection of fifteen souvenir Australian teaspoons, mostly silver.
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A collection of ten various utensils, including three bread forks, a butter knife, two letter openers, two caddy spoons, a nut mallet and a jam spoon. (10)
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A collection of souvenir Australian teaspoons, makers include Sargisons, Harris & Son, proud, Fairfax & Roberts. (13)
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Nineteen sterling silver golf style teaspoons, makers include W Drummond & Co, Apex and Fairfax & Roberts.
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An Edwardian etched crystal and silverplated claret jug, the body of the jug engraved with flowers and leaves, the silverplated handle and engraved top with a kangaroo finial, circa 1910, height 27 cm
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A Victorian silver plate centrepiece, the ebonised base with blank cartouche, supporting three foliate feet issuing an ivy wreathed tree fern, and later pierced basket 'nest' with three gilt metal birds, under a glass dome, overall height 35 cm
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A Colonial silver equestrian trophy cup and cover attributed to J. M Wendt, the cover with horse finial, the bell shaped body having repousse floral wreath to one side and laurel wreath to the reverse, flanked by a pair of scrolled engraved handles, supported by a branched tree with naturalistically chased bark and roots, the circular base stamped 'Sterling' twice with pseudo hallmarks, last quarter 19th century, height 36 cm
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A Victorian silver plate ink stand for the Australian market, shaped oval with flower cast border, scroll feet and pen rests, surmounted by an emu flanked by a pair of cut glass inkwells with covers, maker James Dixon & Co, width 21 cm, height 13 cm, depth 13 cm
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A Maltese silver miniature naval cannon, presented to Sir Robert Menzies, on an ebonised plinth having two stacks of cannon balls, silver and wood ramrod, the barrel decorated with a crowned Maltese cross, dolphins and a coat of arms, on an ebonised carriage with silver wheels, with plaque engraved 'Presented to Rt. Hon. Robert G. Menzies P.C, Ch, Q.C, Ll.M, Ll,D (Hon Malta) by the Maltese Government Malta 14th June 1956', hallmarked to barrel, height 14 cm, length 29 cm, width 14 cm. Other Notes: Robert…
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A circular silver plated plateau, the mirrored top encircled by a border of fruiting vines, and a base composed of stylised rockwork and waves, mid 19th century, diameter 55 cm, height 9 cm
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An Australian silver presentation tray, circular with pie crust edge, engraved to the reserve with a presentation inscription to 'Alfred M. Baer by his colleagues in Australia. 1949-1967' and 'Made by Australian Craftsmen of Silver the product of Broken Hill (N.S.W) ores smelted and refined at Port Pirie (South Aust.)', diameter 45 cm
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An Australian silver salver, the pie crust beaded border enclosing a deep centre, on leaf cast scroll feet, maker W.J. Saunders & Co, retailed by Fairfax & Roberts, Sydney, diameter 35.5 cm
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An Australian silver salver, the pie crust gadrooned border enclosing an engraved centre with the initials Rma within stylised wattle leaves and flowers, on ball and claw feet, the reverse inscribed with maker's details and 'Australian black wattle Motif', maker Stokes and Sons, Melbourne, diameter 35 cm
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A silver George I covered tankard, the cover inset with a medallion of Frederick IV of Denmark and Norway, celebrating the Battle of Marstrand in July 1719, having a scrolled thumbpiece, loop handle and plain tapering body with girdle, on a moulded foot, maker's mark indistinct, London 1722, height 15 cm
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A silver mounted coconut cup, the plain coconut bowl with incised rim, and standing on a short pedestal with moulded foot, apparently unmarked, late 18th/early 19th century, height 11 cm
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A rare Alexander Dick sterling silver fiddle pattern sauce ladle, the plain fiddle pattern engraved at handle tip with initials H.E.J, back of the ladle stem engraved 'As a token of gratitude' in script, hallmarked to back of handle. Provenance: The Ruth Simon Collection, privately acquired from the above in 2005
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A sterling silver fiddle pattern teaspoon by David Barclay, Tasmania, 1804-1884
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A Colonial silver posy holder by Walsh Brothers, Melbourne, the conical holder engraved 'Walsh Bros. Melb' with gadrooned borders engraved with flowers and foliage, the handle with geometric decoration, with pin and chain, in original box with label 'Walsh Brothers Jewellers 55 Collins St East Melbourne', length 16 cm. Other Notes: Walsh Brothers was the largest jewellery business in colonial Victoria, set up in 1850 by Henry Walsh and continued by his Sons Frederick and Alfred after his retirement in 1861.
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A Colonial silver posy holder, the conical holder (lacking pin) and handle engraved with foliage and scrolls, apparently unmarked. In original box retailed by Lamb & Roberts, 23 hunter Street Sydney, length 14 cm. Provenance: The Ruth Simon Collection, privately acquired from the above in 2005. Other Notes: Lamb and Fairfax went into partnership in 1842 and eventually became Fairfax and Roberts in 1886.
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A Colonial silver presentation goblet, with beaded foot rim and knop, the plain bowl engraved 'Presented to J. F. Pearce Station Master at Stawell by his Friends as a Token on Esteem & Regard on his Departure 5th December 1888' and with all over engraved fern and foliate decoration, height 19.5 cm
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A Victorian sterling silver mounted emu-egg claret jug, classical design body the central section encased with an emu egg, hinged lid. Maker John Hillard and John Thomason trading as Hillard & Thomason, Spencer Street, Birmingham, dated Birmingham 1894, height 23 cm
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An Australian silver claret jug, the plain body with a naturalistic handle in the form of a vine with applied decoration of grapes and leaves. Inscribed: 'Presented by J. C. Walker to P. Glenister as a token of respect July 23rd 1873', attributed to William Edwards, Melbourne, unmarked, height 32 cm, Literature: similar example in nineteenth century Australian silver, J.B. Hawkins, Vol I, pg 216. Other Notes: Sands Directory Melbourne 1880: Glenister, Philip, Ascot Vale Road, Ascot Vale, Philip Glenister…
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A rare sterling silver teapot, decorated with rococo scrolls and flowers, on four scroll feet, engraved crest on one side and engraved initials HJC on the other, maker William Edwards, Melbourne. Engraved to base 'W. Edwards, Manufacturer, Melbourne, sterling Silver', circa 1870, height 22 cm. Provenance: The Ruth Simon Collection, privately acquired from the above in 2005, Literature: nineteenth century Australian silver, J.B Hawkins, Vol I, pg 253 (illustrated).
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An Australian sterling silver lidded ewer, with engraved decoration of scrolls and leaves with embossed medallions of flowers, stepped circular foot. The weighted hinged lid of plain design, stamped 'Sterling silver' to rim of base, height 30 cm
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A rare sterling silver basket with swing handle, decorated with a filigree work of birds, grape and vine leaves. The rim decorated with applied bunches of grapes, shaped blue glass liner, marked to base 'Walsh & Sons, Melbourne' with makers mark W.E, maker William Edwards, retailed by Walsh & Sons, Melbourne, height 18 cm (to top of handle). Other Notes: William Edwards arrived in July 1857 from London. He is listed in the Melbourne directory at 129 Collins Street East in 1859. Exhibited at the…
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A three piece sterling silver bachelor's teaset, the teapot, milk jug and sugar basin of shaped cornered rectangular design with engraved fern decoration. Each with engraved crest, maker Henry Stratford, Henry Stratford Ltd for Drummond, Melbourne, model 2433, hallmarked Sheffield 1888. Provenance: The Ruth Simon Collection, privately acquired from the above in 2005
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A sterling silver two handled racing trophy, raised decoration of scrolls, flowers and leaves, circular base on an ebonised wooden stand. Engraved with the Australian coat of arms and 'James Ashworth 1860' on one side, the other 'Presented by Samuel Colville Esq Lessee and manager of the Prince of Wales Theatre, to the rider of the Winning horse for the great champion race Bell's life in Sydney and sporting Chronicle, 20th October 1860'. Illustrated engraving of Zoe by S. J. Gil. Zoe, winner of the second…
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A gilt metal chalice by James Holt, Melbourne 1889, the body profusely decorated with scenes of aboriginals hunting in bushland. The classical design base engraved with an emu and kangaroo, engraved 'Melbourne 1889, James Holt Fecit'.
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A sterling silver cream jug, with filigree decoration of birds, leaves, grapes and vines, rococo style handle, white glass liner, maker William Edwards, hallmarked London 1856, height 14 cm
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An Australian silver sugar bowl by H. Steiner, Adelaide, plain design, body with engraved initials elm, marked to base 'H. Steiner Adelaide' with a crown, lion passant and queen's head, dated 1880, height 6 cm, diameter 11 cm
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A silver plated epergne by James Dixon & Sons, the shaped based on foliate feet supporting a pair of kangaroos and acanthus scrolls issuing three glass trumpet vases, maker James Dixon & Sons, retailed by A. Saunders, Sydney, late 19th century, height 40 cm
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A painted ostrich egg on a silver stand with glass dome
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A Victorian silver plate epergne, the triform base of scrolls and shells with presentation inscription, 'To papa and Mamma on their silver wedding day from their children and Grandchildren 14th August 1870' rising to a naturalistically modelled tree fern with two aborigines hunting a goanna, supporting a glass bowl with etched decoration of egrets and flowers and a trumpet finial etched with foliage, height 58 cm
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A silver plated presentation trowel, ivorine handle, with engraved decoration and engraved 'Presented to the right Reverend the Bishop of Bunbury at the laying of the foundation stone of St Martin's church, Manjimup, 10th of November 1923.'
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A burra bean and silver vesta, the plain silver mounts with scalloped edge, hinged lid, shield front, length 4 cm
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A 19th century burra bean and silver vesta case, the silver mounts with scalloped edge, hinged lid, shield front, length 4.5 cm
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A 19th century Burra bean and metal mounted vesta case, hinged lid, shield front, length 4 cm
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A 19th century Burra bean and silver vesta case, shaped silver mounts, hinged lid with engraved shield front, length 6 cm
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A 19th century Burra bean and silver vesta case, the silver mounts and hinged lid with engraved floral decoration with repeating border. The shield front with engraved initials, length 5 cm
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A Burra bean and silver vesta, the plain silver mounts with scalloped edge, hinged lid, shield front.
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A 19th century Australian burra bean and silver vesta case, the silver mount decorated with the Australian coat of arms and a sailing ship, length 6 cm. Provenance: The Ruth Simon Collection, privately acquired from the above in 2005
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A collection of four Burra bean and silver vesta cases and a flask, all with silver mounts, the vesta cases with hinged lids. The flask with silver stopper, lid and safety chain. (5). Provenance: The Tim Wonnacott collection. Other Notes: Tim Wonnacott presented Bbc's Bargain Hunt for thirteen years and is a former divisional chairman of Sotheby's.
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A set of seven sterling silver wildflower teaspoons by Harris & Son, depicting wildflowers including kangaroo paw, bottle brush, Cooktown orchid, leschenaultia, geraldtown wax, gum nuts, and hovea. Provenance: The Ruth Simon Collection, privately acquired from the above in 2005
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Twelve silver cocktail spikes, six decorated with Australian birds and animals, six decorated with enamel flowers.
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Three boxed sets of sterling silver teaspoons
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A boxed set of six sterling silver coffee spoons by Sargisons, Hobart, Art Nouveau design, hand beaten bowls, in original fitted box.
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A collection of silver plated teaspoons, (26)
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A sterling silver caddy spoon, hand beaten silver with applied decoration of gum leaves and nuts, length 10 cm
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Two sterling silver commemorative teaspoons, one with enamel coat of arms and statue of Captain Cook, Sydney, impressed mark 'S E Cohen' and 'Regd 19-8-99', in original box, 'Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Aliance, 90 King Street Sydney'. The other commemorating cricket 1926 Australia VS England, makers mark on back of spoon Levi & Salaman, Birmingham 1925.
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Nine sterling silver salt spoons, three teaspoons, two cake forks and two sewing implements, all decorated with the map of Tasmania. (16)
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A collection of thirteen silver Australian souvenir teaspoons
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A collection of eight sterling silver souvenir teaspoons, each with enamel decoration of map of Australia and coat of arms. Two with coin bowls.
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A collection of seven sterling silver souvenir spoons, each with enamel decoration of Sydney, Melbourne, New South Wales, Geelong.
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Fifteen sterling silver coffee spoons, decorated with kangaroos, kookaburras and other native animals.
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A boxed set of sterling silver teaspoons by W J Sanders, retailed by Prouds Ltd, corner of Pitt and King Street, Sydney. With boomerang and kookaburra/kangaroo finials, in original fitted box, stamped 'Proud/925'.
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A boxed set of sterling silver teaspoons, each with Australian motifs and gilded bowls, hallmarked Birmingham, 1876, maker John Millward Banks, Northhampton Street Birmingham, retailed by Flavelle Roberts Ltd, Sydney and London.
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Eight sterling silver and shell spoons, each with a map of Tasmania finial engraved 'Tasmania', stamped with various makers including Golding, S Stevens and T & S.
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Three silver and shell spoons, one with a map of Australian, one with gum leaf and nuts.
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A pair of sterling silver and shell spoons, with kangaroo finials, in fitted box, stamped 'Abbott Regd'.
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An Elizabeth II silver commemorative dish, set to the centre with a nickel silver plaque of the arms of the Commonwealth of Australia, engraved with the Queen's monogram and '1952-1977', maker Roberts and Dore, London 1977, diameter 10.5 cm
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Four silver and one silver plated boomerang letter openers, with applied decoration of kangaroos, kookaburras and an aborigine. (5)
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A collection of eleven sterling silver boomerang letter openers, with applied decoration of opal, enamel work, kookaburras, gum leaves, and other.
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An Australian silver boomerang, engraved with an inscription 'Will yo no come back again 15 May 45 from Jimmie Dickson and your friends in Melbourne', maker T. Gaunt & Co, width 38.5 cm. Other Notes: T. Gaunt & Co operated in Melbourne from 1868 to 1960.
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A collection of novelty items, including a hat pin stand with silver emu, two matchbox holders, one a souvenir of Melbourne's cable trams, a sterling silver swizzle stick engraved 'With the Compliments of W. P. Martin & Co Pty Ltd Australia', a sterling silver golf tee decorated with a possum, a sterling silver tie pin decorated with a kangaroo, a sterling silver pill box, a sterling silver miniature shoe pin cushion, a 9ct gold ear pick, a miniature sterling silver sandal, a silver plated bottle stopper…
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A collection of novelty items, including a silver plated desk calendar, a silver plated cigarette case decorated with an Australian coat of arms, two sterling silver card cases, a set of four sterling silver blotting pad corners by W. Kerr, a salt spoon, a silver plated belt buckle, a silver plated dressing table jar. (8)
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A collection of sterling silver Cuttlery and a paper knife, (17)
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A collection of nine sterling silver souvenir bookmarks, some with applied enamel decoration.
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A collection of nine sterling silver souvenir bookmarks, with applied decoration of Australian animals.
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A sterling silver teaspoon, fork, bottle stopper, scent bottle and napkin ring, the teaspoon and fork with a gum nut finial, marked 'Taylor Stg Sil'. The bottle stopper with sterling silver top in the form of a kangaroo on a boomerang, inscribed 'H R Nicholl, Melbourne 25 Oct 1937', stamped 'Stg Sil'. The scent bottle hallmarked Birmingham 1899, maker G E Walton & Co. (5). Provenance: The Ruth Simon Collection, privately acquired from the above in 2005
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