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LOT 1832
Victorian Silver Baby Rattle with Whistle
19TH-EARLY 20TH CENTURY A.D.
2 in. (18.1 grams, 51 mm).
The body decorated with foliate scrolls; articulate attachment loop to reverse; stamped 'GU' in a rectangular cartouche to underside of mouthpiece; coral stick and bells absent. [No Reserve]
ProvenancePrivate U.K. family collection formed in the early 1970s.
The property of Mr and Mrs P.R. of East Sussex.
Thence by descent to family members.
Cf. The V&A Museum, accession number MISC.90-1963, for very similar.
FootnotesTraditionally accompanied by a teether of red or white coral, such teethers were both practical aids and examples of sympathetic' magic, symbolising blood or bone.
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Victorian Silver Baby Rattle with Whistle
19th-early 20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £13
The body decorated with foliate scrolls; articulate attachment loop to reverse; stamped 'GU' in a rectangular cartouche to underside of mouthpiece; coral stick and bells absent. 18.1 grams, 51 mm
Private U.K. family collection formed in the early 1970s. The property of Mr and Mrs P.R. of East Sussex. Thence by descent to family members.
Traditionally accompanied by a teether of red or white coral, such teethers were both practical aids and examples of sympathetic' magic, symbolising blood or bone. -
Russian GSH6 Pilot Helmet
Mid-late 20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £286
For high altitude use, with a moulded dome with aluminium collar, lined internally and with latex and fireproof neck; fitted with clear plastic front visor with clamps, hoses and cables/earphones for air/oxygen and communications, with impressed '0451299' to rear. 3.1 kg, 28 cm wide
The Kusmirek Collection, UK. Accompanied by Russian documentation. -
Merryweather Brass Fireman's Helmet and Hose Nozzle
Circa 1890-1920s A.D.Estimate: £180 - 240 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £94
With rosettes over the ears, crests displaying dragons in relief, crest to front and remains of leather chin strap and lining; hose engraved '5/8' 'John Morris & Son Ltd Salford Manchester' 'A & P' 'Fire Engineers' 'Morris Coupling'. 2.65 kg total, 25.5-38 cm
Acquired from Graham Currie Militaria, UK, 2016. The Kusmirek Collection, UK. Accompanied by a copy of invoice and details for helmet.
