THIS IS A PARTIAL CATALOG as of 09/22/2020, subject to revision before the final catalog is released.
The full catalog will be published in early October.
Click on a category in the Category List below to see what we have completed so far. (Newly added items are clearly marked.)
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SEE SPECIAL SHIPPING NOTE at end of description. 18K yellow gold and amethyst Alfred Dunhill table lighter in the style of a lighthouse perched atop a rocky shore, set with 9 rectangular cut AAA quality amethysts, solid amethyst base weighing in excess of 100 lbs, 18K gold lighthouse, base with engraved and textured pattern to look like bricks with a small ladder leading up to a fenced ledge with a small door, the base tapers to a second fenced ledge and then onto a third fenced ledge at the top, hinged top opens to reveal a hand held gas lighter in the same brick design as the base also in 18K yellow gold, the hollow interior of the lighthouse is wired to function as a light with the top sending out a cool purple glow to compliment the base, lighthouse measures 18 inches tall from base of ladder to top of spire x 5.75 inches at the widest point of the base, removable lighter measures 32mm x 154mm, amethyst base measures 22 inches x 25 inches x 7 inches at the tallest point. Total weight of entire piece (amethyst base and lighthouse combined) is estimated at 110 lbs. This particular piece was sold in Dunhill's 1985 Christmas collection for $56,000 and held the Guinness world record for decades as the most expensive table lighter in the world. This is truly the most magnificent piece this cataloger has ever had the pleasure of cataloging and really should be seen in person to truly appreciate its staggering scale; as rarely does one handle 18K gold pieces large enough to be measured in poundage or that could be used to bludgeon someone. Gross weight of removable lighter in 18K gold 119.3 dwt (185.6 g). Gross weight of brick design base in 18K gold with switch and wiring 294.6 dwt (458.2 g). Gross weight of lighthouse top in 18K gold including hinged piece and internal wiring 603.7 dwt (938.9 g). Total gross weight of combined 18K gold material and associated switch and wiring 1017.6 dwt (1582.7 g, or 50.88 troy oz). NOTE: No in-house shipping available. Arranging shipping of this property is the responsibility of the buyer. Buyer may work with any independent shipper or Jones & Horan can recommend one. Buyer will need to complete the Authorized Release Form found on Jones & Horan's website. Property will remain at Jones & Horan until picked up by the buyer or someone authorized by the buyer.
CONDITION:
Lighter shows hardly any wear with only a light tarnish to the gold over time, inner lighter with small split in base metal that hold the flint in place from sitting for many years (see our photo), electrical wired interior set up to run on a 240V battery that most certainly died almost 30 years ago. Please see description regarding shipping of this lot.
ESTIMATE:
$60000
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$100000
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Ruby, light blue agate, glass and 18K yellow gold hand carved Italian flower sculpture, 12 round full cut rubies weigh approximately 1.8 ctw, carved agate base, sculpture measures 61mm x 200mm, truly a remarkable piece sure to be a lovely addition to accent a desk or a side table. Gross weight of 18K gold base and flower stems without agate or petals 40.4 dwt (63.1 g).
CONDITION:
Sculpture shows very little wear, gift or retail ready.
ESTIMATE:
$2800
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$3600
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Match safe with rare hidden automated erotic scene, silvered brass with engine turned exterior, button at side opens upper door for access to matches which can be lit by strike at lower end, interior with hidden lever for release of side cover which reveals automated scene of a pair of lovers along with a small dog nearby. The automation is powered by a spring which is wound when the side cover is closed, and when the side cover is opened the automation functions until the spring again winds down. Measures approximately 2.25 inches x 1.25 inches x 0.60 inches, s#2524 located within side cover.
CONDITION:
Excellent cosmetic condition overall, showing very light wear, mild spot of finish loss to reverse side, good automation function.
ESTIMATE:
$1000
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$2000
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Wallace sterling (40) piece flatware set in Wallace's Art Nouveau "Romance of the Sea" style first produced in 1950, numerous pieces still sealed in the factory packaging from Wallace, an excellent assortment in an incredibly attractive pattern for the reseller or the person looking for a serviceable flatware set. Includes an anti-tarnish felt lined storage box. Gross weight of silver set without weighted knives 1024.3 dwt (1592.9 g).
CONDITION:
Silver set shows hardly any wear, with very light polishing; this set would be the envy of any guest to dinner.
ESTIMATE:
$1200
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$1800
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Ephemera lot (21) Unusual calendar watch papers, ranging in age from the 1700s to the early Victorian period, various names including Grant, Bishop, Graves and so much more, truly an outstanding collection of calendar papers for early pair-cased watches. Highlights include two very early Grant papers and a smaller hand-colored paper.
CONDITION:
Multiple lots sold as is, no further condition reports available.
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$1000
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Ephemera lot (5) Early English commemorative papers, various ages from early 19th century to the early Victorian period, truly an impressive collection of incredibly hard to find pieces perfect for the collector of material relating to the British monarchy. Highlights include a paper for George III's Golden Jubilee in 1810 as well as a hand colored paper for the wedding of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert.
CONDITION:
Multiple lots sold as-is, no further condition report available.
ESTIMATE:
$500
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$1000
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Ephemera lot (6) Early pocket watch samplers, various ages from the late 18th century to the early Victorian period, truly an impressive collection of incredibly hard to find pieces. Highlights include a hand-embroidered heart and cross with the date 1820 in the center as well as an incredibly detailed floral piece.
CONDITION:
Multiple lots sold as-is, no further condition report available.
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$1000
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Ephemera lot (6) Early pocket watch samplers, various ages from the late 18th century to the early Victorian period, truly an impressive collection of incredibly hard to find pieces. Highlights include a George III era friendship token dated 1806 as well as a finely embroidered floral pattern on silk.
CONDITION:
Multiple lots sold as-is, no further condition report available.
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$1000
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Ephemera lot (6) Early pocket watch samplers, various ages from the late 18th century to the early Victorian period, truly an impressive collection of incredibly hard to find pieces. Highlights include a hand-embroidered memento on silk with the date of 1778 as well as a lovely embroidered forget-me-not love token from the early 19th century.
CONDITION:
Multiple lots sold as-is, no further condition report available.
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$1000
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Ephemera lot (6) Early pocket watch samplers, various ages from the late 18th century to the early Victorian period, truly an impressive collection of incredibly hard to find pieces. Highlights include a sampler with a date of 1897 done by Jane Henson aged 91 at the time, as well as several finely embroidered floral pieces.
CONDITION:
Multiple lots sold as-is, no further condition report available.
ESTIMATE:
$600
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$1000
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Ephemera lot (14) American watch-related and assorted material, including early American watch papers, advertising cards and a letter from the Secretary of State of the United States of America, varying in age from the late 1700s to the late 1800s. An excellent assortment of ephemera for the fan of early Americana, highlights include a letter from James Monroe to Congress dated 1817 as well as numerous early American watch papers.
CONDITION:
Multiple lots sold as-is, no further condition report available.
ESTIMATE:
$500
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$900
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Ephemera lot (78) Assorted European watch papers, ranging in age from the 1700s to the late Victorian period, various firms in many different styles ranging from incredibly simple ink on paper to highly elaborate advertising, all papers held within display cards and are not glued or taped down, truly an outstanding collection of early watch papers for the collector looking for those hard to find pieces. Highlights include numerous highly elaborate papers from the early 19th century as well as some of the earliest advertisements of buying gold scrap this cataloger has ever seen.
CONDITION:
Multiple lots sold as-is, no further condition reports available.
ESTIMATE:
$500
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$900
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Ephemera lot of assorted watch and jewelry related material, including numerous early business and calling cards for various watchmakers, jewelers and more, material varying in age from the late 1700s to the 1900s, please note the bank note is an advertising facsimile. Highlights include numerous business cards most notably from Breguet, Jaquet Droz, and so much more, truly a delight for the collector of ephemera or watch related material.
CONDITION:
Multiple lots sold as is, no further condition report available.
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$800
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Diamond, amethyst and 14K white gold hand carved flower sculpture, 11 round brilliant cut diamonds weigh approximately 0.48 ctw, 26 single cut diamonds weigh approximately 0.22 ctw, carved amethyst flower petals, carved crystal base, flower stem measures 3mm round, sculpture measures 68mm x 133mm, truly a remarkable piece sure to be a lovely addition to accent a desk or a side table. Gross weight of flower without base 16.5 dwt (25.8 g).
CONDITION:
Sculpture shows hardly any wear, base and petals show marks from when it was originally shaped.
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$700
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Hamilton, carrying case for sixteen watches, leather exterior marked in gold foil with "The Hamilton Watch The Railroad Timekeeper of America" to its upper lid and with "Hamilton Watch" to its front, interior with the same markings repeated in gold foil, interior has a lower level for eight 16S watches and a removable upper tray that can hold eight 16S or 18S watches, the lower level slots measure approximately 55mm each in diameter, upper level slots measure approximately 54mm each in diameter, case measures approximately 10.75 inches x 6.5 inches x 2.5 inches. A scarce and very attractive piece for the Hamilton collector, these were identified in Hamilton literature as "Leather Salesman Sample Case for 16 Watches." These salesman's cases are often found with issues such as a missing inner tray and/or with substantial exterior finish loss, and finding examples such as this in excellent condition throughout is quite challenging. From the well-known Hamilton collection of Robert Bennett of Olivehurst, California.
CONDITION:
Exterior in excellent overall condition with some typical mild scratches and scuffs, few small bits of finish loss; interior in excellent condition.
ESTIMATE:
$350
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$700
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Ephemera lot (6) Early highly unusual pocket watch papers with hand colored details, highly unusual designs of faces contorted in most unpleasant manners, ranging in age from early to late Victorian period, truly an impressive collection of incredibly hard to find pieces. Highlights include a hand colored pocket maze as well as a truly disturbing portrait of a man and a woman.
CONDITION:
Multiple lots sold as-is, no further condition report available.
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$700
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Ephemera lot (18) English chronometer maker watch papers, ranging in age from the early 1800s to the turn of the century, various names including Barraud, Frodsham, Brockbanks, Roskell and much more, an incredible lot for the collector of early English chronometers or the dealer looking to match a long lost watch paper to make their watch perfect. Highlights include several early Barraud papers as well as a very early Brockbanks paper.
CONDITION:
Multiple lots sold as is, no further condition report available.
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$700
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Ephemera lot (4) Early hand colored watch paper maps, various ages from the early 19th century to the late 19th century, truly an impressive collection of early hand colored maps which are increasingly hard to find. Highlights include a map of the various principalities of Italy pre-unifaction as well as an incredibly detailed map of a 5 mile radius around London.
CONDITION:
Multiple lots sold as-is, no further condition report available.
ESTIMATE:
$400
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$700
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Ephemera - Finely embroidered watch memento paper dated July the 23rd 1772 to a Dr. Thomas Parke, embroidered piece measures 43mm x 50mm, a lovely piece of Americana that predates the birth of this fine nation. Doctor Thomas Parke was a physician in Philadelphia who became director of the Library Company of Philadelphia in 1778 and ran it through until 1835. The library kept getting larger and larger and by the late 1700s they had to rent space at the nearby Carpenters' Company Hall, which is where the first Continental Congress met as well as the second Continental Congress the following spring, and again after that when the delegates to the Constitutional Convention met in 1787. Nine signers of the Declaration of Independence were deeply involved in the Library Company including the founder Benjamin Franklin, as well as Benjamin Rush, Francis Hopkinson, Robert Morris, George Clymer, John Morton, James Wilson, Thomas McKean, and George Ross. The Library Company functioned more or less as the Library of Congress until the national capital of Washington, D.C. was established in 1800. Our last photo is a copy of Dr. Thomas Parke's Library Company portrait courtesy of the Library Company of Philadelphia (photo not included with lot).
CONDITION:
Memento shows its age with several small holes as well as discoloration, piece is incredibly fragile and should be handled accordingly.
ESTIMATE:
$300
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$600
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Book - "Prize-Essay, A Practical and Theoretical Treatise on the Detached Lever Escapement for Watches and Timepieces," by Moritz Grossmann, Watch Manufacturer, Glashütte, illustrated by 20 engraved plates and numerous wood cuts and table, author's English edition, printed by G. Kreysing 1866, first American edition, essay awarded by the British Horological Society for Grossman's technical explanation of the workings of the new escapement, bound in half calf with marbled boards and endpapers, gilt embossing to the spine, measures 8-3/4 inches x 5-3/4 inches x 5/8 inches. This publication would go on to be used as a textbook on the subject in later years, very few originals exist, and inserted within this copy is a hand-written notes sheet.
CONDITION:
Ample wear to the leather at the corners of the boards and to the joints and edges of the spine, small rip in the leather to the front board's bottom corner; marbled boards have scattered scratches and light spots of rubbing; the pages within exhibit areas of foxing, scattered pencil markings concentrated mostly to the beginning and end papers; obituary of author tipped in to inner front board; the paper at the inner hinge is starting to roll away slightly from its place; two small tears, one to the first end-paper, the second small tear located to the last end paper; few scattered specks of mold; book also has a distinctive odor.
ESTIMATE:
$150
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$300
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Book - "Nouveau Manuel Complet de L'Horloger" (New Complete Manual of the Watchmaker) by MM. Séb, Le Normand and Janvier, revised and enlarged, by M. D. Magnifier, published 1850 in Paris, France, measures 5-3/4th inches x 3-3/4 inches x 1-1/4 inches, nearly contemporary binding as the first copies were published around 1836, 13 engraved plates folded into the book with diagrams detailing different aspects of watchmaking, text is entirely in French, quarter calf with marbled boards and end papers, gilt embossed labels on the spine with sprinkled edges.
CONDITION:
The leather shows significant wear, two labels within the compartments on the spine are still mostly intact, front board has come detached at the joint and is loose; few scattered spots of spill-burn which adds to the history of this book as most likely a watchmaker working by candlelight would have been the cause of the marks; few pencil markings to the first end paper, written in French, as well as "295," that being a bookseller's price for this rare copy.
ESTIMATE:
$150
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$300
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Omega Watch Co paper advertising circa 1936, unusual card stock paper pocket watch model which reveals the inner workings of a pocket watch, "pocket watch" insert measures 100mm x 125mm, includes outer protective sleeve, truly a must have for the Omega collector.
CONDITION:
Shows hardly any wear, gift or retail ready.
ESTIMATE:
$100
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$200
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