Leski Auctions VIC Live auction Results published

Australian & Historical

27 Nov 2021, 00:00 29 Nov 2021, 00:00 ·727-729 High Street, Armadale, VIC 3143
The catalogue

Lots (168)

1 · A pair of antique scrimshaw whale's teeth with engraved portraits, Tasmanian origin, 19th century, 10cm and 10.5cm high PROVENANCE: The Berry Collection, Young's Auctions, Melbourne, 2008
Collectables
1 · A pair of antique scrimshaw whale's teeth with engraved portraits, Tasmanian origin, 19th century, 10cm and 10.5cm high PROVENANCE: The Berry Collection, Young's Auctions, Melbourne, 2008
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$3,000
2 · "THE ENDEAVOUR ENTERING THE PIER, A TRIFLE FROM MARGATE" antique Battersea enamel patch box, 18th century, ​5cm wide
Silver & objets
2 · "THE ENDEAVOUR ENTERING THE PIER, A TRIFLE FROM MARGATE" antique Battersea enamel patch box, 18th century, ​5cm wide
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate A$1,000–1,500
3 · A sailor's seam rubber, carved wood, 19th century or earlier, ​16cm long
Collectables
3 · A sailor's seam rubber, carved wood, 19th century or earlier, ​16cm long
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$160
4 · A whaler's antique knife. Well worn steel blade with timber handgrip bound in string, housed in a timber scabbard bound in copper wire, 19th century, a rare survivor. ​22cm long
Militaria
4 · A whaler's antique knife. Well worn steel blade with timber handgrip bound in string, housed in a timber scabbard bound in copper wire, 19th century, a rare survivor. ​22cm long
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$650
5 · Two antique whalebone clamps, 19th century, 6cm and 6.5cm high
Tools & industrial
5 · Two antique whalebone clamps, 19th century, 6cm and 6.5cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$550
6 · An antique pie crimper, whalebone with turned wooden handle, 19th century, ​12cm high
Household
6 · An antique pie crimper, whalebone with turned wooden handle, 19th century, ​12cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$100
7 · A whale ornament made from carved whalebone mounted on a hoop pine base, 19th/20th century, ​20cm high, 29cm wide
Art
7 · A whale ornament made from carved whalebone mounted on a hoop pine base, 19th/20th century, ​20cm high, 29cm wide
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$1,000
8 · "H.M.S. HERO" Australian wool work tapestry, 19th century, 59 x 72cm overall
Art
8 · "H.M.S. HERO" Australian wool work tapestry, 19th century, 59 x 72cm overall
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate A$1,000–1,500
9 · An antique maritime diorama, sail steamship model housed in timber cabinet with rope twist wooden edge, 19th century, 42cm high, 70cm wide, 15cm deep
Furniture
9 · An antique maritime diorama, sail steamship model housed in timber cabinet with rope twist wooden edge, 19th century, 42cm high, 70cm wide, 15cm deep
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$1,300
10 · A sperm whale tooth, late 19th century, an impressive 20.5cm high
Collectables
10 · A sperm whale tooth, late 19th century, an impressive 20.5cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$800
11 · A sperm whale tooth, 20th century, 6.5cm high
Collectables
11 · A sperm whale tooth, 20th century, 6.5cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$120
12 · Two sperm whale teeth, 19th and early 20th century, 15cm and 16cm high
Collectables
12 · Two sperm whale teeth, 19th and early 20th century, 15cm and 16cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$500
13 · A scrimshaw whale's tooth with female portrait and Masonic iconography, ​12cm high
Collectables
13 · A scrimshaw whale's tooth with female portrait and Masonic iconography, ​12cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$200
14 · A scrimshaw whale's tooth titled "SPERM WHALE", 9cm high
Collectables
14 · A scrimshaw whale's tooth titled "SPERM WHALE", 9cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$420
15 · An antique whale's tooth, 19h century, ​16.5cm high
Collectables
15 · An antique whale's tooth, 19h century, ​16.5cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$320
16 · An antique sperm whale tooth, 19th/20th century, ​17cm high
Collectables
16 · An antique sperm whale tooth, 19th/20th century, ​17cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$380
17 · A rare whale oil slush lamp, wrought iron, 19th century,
Household
17 · A rare whale oil slush lamp, wrought iron, 19th century,
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$380
18 · A China trade ship model in glass case with crown of thorns mount and contemporaneous photograph, 19th century, 32cm high, 46cm wide, 24cm deep
Art
18 · A China trade ship model in glass case with crown of thorns mount and contemporaneous photograph, 19th century, 32cm high, 46cm wide, 24cm deep
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$550
19 · A folk art model ship in cabinet, 19th century, ​28cm high, 40cm wide, 19cm deep
Furniture
19 · A folk art model ship in cabinet, 19th century, ​28cm high, 40cm wide, 19cm deep
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$300
20 · An antique clipper ship in a bottle set in fine diorama harbour scene, 19th century, ​30cm long
Collectables
20 · An antique clipper ship in a bottle set in fine diorama harbour scene, 19th century, ​30cm long
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$500
21 · An antique ship in a bottle with coastal scene diorama, 19th century, 20cm long
Collectables
21 · An antique ship in a bottle with coastal scene diorama, 19th century, 20cm long
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$240
22 · An antique ship in a bottle, 19th century, ​31cm long
Collectables
22 · An antique ship in a bottle, 19th century, ​31cm long
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$200
23 · A Japanese ship's lantern in galvanized metal case, early 20th century, 59cm high
Household
23 · A Japanese ship's lantern in galvanized metal case, early 20th century, 59cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate A$250–350
24 · A Japanese ship's lantern in copper case, early 20th century, 63cm high
Household
24 · A Japanese ship's lantern in copper case, early 20th century, 63cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$240
25 · A green glass fishing buoy, early to mid 20th century, 31cm diameter
Collectables
25 · A green glass fishing buoy, early to mid 20th century, 31cm diameter
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$360
26 · A vintage brass and glass marine lamp, (converted to electric), early 20th century, ​29cm high
Household
26 · A vintage brass and glass marine lamp, (converted to electric), early 20th century, ​29cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate A$300–500
27 · A vintage ship's binnacle with compass,19th century, ​57cm high, 71cm wide, 40cm deep
Machinery
27 · A vintage ship's binnacle with compass,19th century, ​57cm high, 71cm wide, 40cm deep
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$750
28 · A vintage green painted metal ship's binnacle with compass,19th/20th century, 40cm high, 62cm wide, 40cm deep
Machinery
28 · A vintage green painted metal ship's binnacle with compass,19th/20th century, 40cm high, 62cm wide, 40cm deep
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate A$500–700
29 · An antique sea turtle shell, late 19th, early 20th century, ​49 x 44cm
Collectables
29 · An antique sea turtle shell, late 19th, early 20th century, ​49 x 44cm
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$460
30 · An impressive swordfish rostrum (bill), 19th century, 138cm long
Collectables
30 · An impressive swordfish rostrum (bill), 19th century, 138cm long
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$1,100
31 · A swordfish rostrum (bill), 19th/20th century, 98cm long
Collectables
31 · A swordfish rostrum (bill), 19th/20th century, 98cm long
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$480
32 · Mako shark jaw, 20th century, ​23cm wide
Collectables
32 · Mako shark jaw, 20th century, ​23cm wide
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$80
33 · S.S. COOGEE Huddart Parker & Co. Melbourne, souvenir life buoy picture frame, hand-painted on pine, late 19th early 20th century, ​30cm diameter.
Collectables
33 · S.S. COOGEE Huddart Parker & Co. Melbourne, souvenir life buoy picture frame, hand-painted on pine, late 19th early 20th century, ​30cm diameter.
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$360
34 · S.S. MOORABOOL Huddart Parker & Co. Melbourne, souvenir life buoy picture frame, hand-painted on pine, late 19th early 20th century, 25cm diameter.
Collectables
34 · S.S. MOORABOOL Huddart Parker & Co. Melbourne, souvenir life buoy picture frame, hand-painted on pine, late 19th early 20th century, 25cm diameter.
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$180
35 · A Japanese vintage ship's lantern, brass and glass, early to mid 20th century, ​60cm high
Collectables
35 · A Japanese vintage ship's lantern, brass and glass, early to mid 20th century, ​60cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate A$300–500
36 · A Japanese vintage ship's lantern, copper and glass, early to mid 20th century, ​60cm high
Collectables
36 · A Japanese vintage ship's lantern, copper and glass, early to mid 20th century, ​60cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate A$300–500
37 · Two half model boat hulls, one titled "27" Whaler, Scale 1 IN. = 1 FT. TEC 1956", both mounted on boards, ​the larger 15 x 92cm overall
Collectables
37 · Two half model boat hulls, one titled "27" Whaler, Scale 1 IN. = 1 FT. TEC 1956", both mounted on boards, ​the larger 15 x 92cm overall
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$100
38 · A maritime picture frame, nickel plated, 19th century
Silver & objets
38 · A maritime picture frame, nickel plated, 19th century
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$140
39 · EARLY SETTLERS & EX-CONVICTS AT WINDSOR, NEW SOUTH WALES: A letter, dated 27th November 1835, written at the request of SAMUEL TERRY (convicted of the theft of 400 pairs of stockings and sentenced to transportation for seven years in 1800) from his office in Pitt Street, to EDWARD WILLIAM ALEXANDER ROBINSON, son of EDWARD ROBINSON (charged with 14 counts of stealing; sentenced to hang, but reprieved to transportation for life in 1789). Terry, who had prospered in the colony.....
Books & maps
39 · EARLY SETTLERS & EX-CONVICTS AT WINDSOR, NEW SOUTH WALES: A letter, dated 27th November 1835, written at the request of SAMUEL TERRY (convicted of the theft of 400 pairs of stockings and sentenced to transportation for seven years in 1800) from his office in Pitt Street, to EDWARD WILLIAM ALEXANDER ROBINSON, son of EDWARD ROBINSON (charged with 14 counts of stealing; sentenced to hang, but reprieved to transportation for life in 1789). Terry, who had prospered in the colony.....
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$420
40 · A convict ball and chain with riveted leg shackles, early 19th century, ​108cm long, ball diameter 12cm
Militaria
40 · A convict ball and chain with riveted leg shackles, early 19th century, ​108cm long, ball diameter 12cm
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$2,400
41 · Four man ganging chain with handcuffs, 19th century, ​100cm wide
Militaria
41 · Four man ganging chain with handcuffs, 19th century, ​100cm wide
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$1,200
42 · H.M. PRISON PENTRIDGE original main gate key, circa 1853, housed in a framed display with accompanying handcuffs and documentation, signed by the last governor of the prison in 1997, the key 13cm long, the frame 68 x 87cm overall
Militaria
42 · H.M. PRISON PENTRIDGE original main gate key, circa 1853, housed in a framed display with accompanying handcuffs and documentation, signed by the last governor of the prison in 1997, the key 13cm long, the frame 68 x 87cm overall
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$400
43 · TOP IRONS used as extra punishment over conventional leg irons hence the term "double ironed, 19th century, ​62cm wide
Militaria
43 · TOP IRONS used as extra punishment over conventional leg irons hence the term "double ironed, 19th century, ​62cm wide
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate Passed in
44 · Antique leg irons, blacksmith made non-standard, early 19th century, ​62cm wide
Militaria
44 · Antique leg irons, blacksmith made non-standard, early 19th century, ​62cm wide
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$800
45 · An antique blunderbuss with percussion cap lock, early 19th century, remains of possible Government stamps on the stock (illegible), 83cm long
Militaria
45 · An antique blunderbuss with percussion cap lock, early 19th century, remains of possible Government stamps on the stock (illegible), 83cm long
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$1,900
46 · An antique powder horn with scrimshaw decoration, early 19th century, 30cm long
Militaria
46 · An antique powder horn with scrimshaw decoration, early 19th century, 30cm long
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$440
47 · BUGBEAR carved coconut powder flask with whalebone spout and adornments, 18th/19th century, ​15cm long
Militaria
47 · BUGBEAR carved coconut powder flask with whalebone spout and adornments, 18th/19th century, ​15cm long
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate Passed in
48 · PRISON WARDER'S cap with Queen Victoria crown badge, 19th century, size: small
Militaria
48 · PRISON WARDER'S cap with Queen Victoria crown badge, 19th century, size: small
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$1,900
49 · Three convict era tokens, early 19th century
Coins & banknotes
49 · Three convict era tokens, early 19th century
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$240
50 · PLUG 8 convict handcuffs with key, late 18th, early 19th century, 13cm wide
Militaria
50 · PLUG 8 convict handcuffs with key, late 18th, early 19th century, 13cm wide
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$500
51 · BOBBY DAZZLER watchman's dark lantern oil lamp with "HIATT & Co. BIRMINGHAM" brass manufacturer's label, 19th century, ​19cm high
Collectables
51 · BOBBY DAZZLER watchman's dark lantern oil lamp with "HIATT & Co. BIRMINGHAM" brass manufacturer's label, 19th century, ​19cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$250
52 · HIATT antique handcuffs with broad arrow mark, stamped "Hiatt, Warranted, Wrought, Hard", No.6, with original key stamped "HIATT No.22", ​23cm wide
Militaria
52 · HIATT antique handcuffs with broad arrow mark, stamped "Hiatt, Warranted, Wrought, Hard", No.6, with original key stamped "HIATT No.22", ​23cm wide
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$240
53 · Convict alarm bell, cast brass with broad arrow mark and turned handle, 19th century, ​27cm high
Militaria
53 · Convict alarm bell, cast brass with broad arrow mark and turned handle, 19th century, ​27cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$1,000
54 · BEAN antique leg irons with key. 1882 American patent stamp. Rare. ​56cm wide
Militaria
54 · BEAN antique leg irons with key. 1882 American patent stamp. Rare. ​56cm wide
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate Passed in
55 · HIATT antique wooden alarm rattle, 19th century, stamped "HIATT" on the handle, ​24cm long
Militaria
55 · HIATT antique wooden alarm rattle, 19th century, stamped "HIATT" on the handle, ​24cm long
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$260
56 · Two Australian police coshes, one with steel bar and weighted interior covered with animal tail leather hide, the second with a spiral whale baleen shaft with lead filled and woven bulb ends, with leather wrist strap, late 19th century, ​the largest 34cm long
Militaria
56 · Two Australian police coshes, one with steel bar and weighted interior covered with animal tail leather hide, the second with a spiral whale baleen shaft with lead filled and woven bulb ends, with leather wrist strap, late 19th century, ​the largest 34cm long
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$420
57 · Two Australian truncheons, one South Australian maroon leather covered with steel shaft and leather wrist strap, the other compressed leather disc construction with steel shaft interior and leather wrist strap, 20th century, the larger 42cm long,
Militaria
57 · Two Australian truncheons, one South Australian maroon leather covered with steel shaft and leather wrist strap, the other compressed leather disc construction with steel shaft interior and leather wrist strap, 20th century, the larger 42cm long,
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$360
58 · A TRUNCHEON, lignum vitae transfer printed special constable's, dated 1917-1919, ​40cm long,
Militaria
58 · A TRUNCHEON, lignum vitae transfer printed special constable's, dated 1917-1919, ​40cm long,
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$220
59 · GOLD AT YACKANDANDAH: c.1853, Small pencil drawing titled "Gold Commission Camp Yackandandah" 8 x 13cm. Alluvial gold was discovered in the area in 1852. The miners and the commissioners were accommodated in canvas tents for the first years. The "official" tents depicted in the sketch, fly the flag showing their status.
Art
59 · GOLD AT YACKANDANDAH: c.1853, Small pencil drawing titled "Gold Commission Camp Yackandandah" 8 x 13cm. Alluvial gold was discovered in the area in 1852. The miners and the commissioners were accommodated in canvas tents for the first years. The "official" tents depicted in the sketch, fly the flag showing their status.
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$320
60 · 1857 GRANT BY PURCHASE OF LAND IN DUNOLLY John Carter of Melbourne purchases a town lot in Dunolly on 5th October 1857. The vellum document bears the seal of the Colony of Victoria and is signed by Sir Henry Barkly, 2nd Governor of Victoria. 34 x 45cm.
Books & maps
60 · 1857 GRANT BY PURCHASE OF LAND IN DUNOLLY John Carter of Melbourne purchases a town lot in Dunolly on 5th October 1857. The vellum document bears the seal of the Colony of Victoria and is signed by Sir Henry Barkly, 2nd Governor of Victoria. 34 x 45cm.
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$240
61 · A folio containing numerous documents, letters and receipts associated with mining activities in and around the Victorian Goldfields, 1850s to 1890s. MAinly to do with the COLIBAN MINING CO., but some of the companies noted include EUREKA MINING COMPANY, CASTLEMAINE, MOUNT HOPE QUARTZ MINING CO., EMU REEF COMPANY, WINDLASS HILL GOLD WASHING CO., THE CHEWTON SLUICING CO., THE THIRD WHITE HILL MINING CO., THE WATTLE GULLY GOLD WASHING CO., etc. (qty).
Books & maps
61 · A folio containing numerous documents, letters and receipts associated with mining activities in and around the Victorian Goldfields, 1850s to 1890s. MAinly to do with the COLIBAN MINING CO., but some of the companies noted include EUREKA MINING COMPANY, CASTLEMAINE, MOUNT HOPE QUARTZ MINING CO., EMU REEF COMPANY, WINDLASS HILL GOLD WASHING CO., THE CHEWTON SLUICING CO., THE THIRD WHITE HILL MINING CO., THE WATTLE GULLY GOLD WASHING CO., etc. (qty).
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$800
62 · An antique tobacco jar, painted cast iron, 19th century, 11cm high, 9cm wide, 9.5cm deep
Ceramics & glass
62 · An antique tobacco jar, painted cast iron, 19th century, 11cm high, 9cm wide, 9.5cm deep
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate A$100–200
63 · Antique gold scales, brass and cedar, engraved "CLASS B. to weigh 2lb", 19th century, 48cm high, 51cm wide, 25cm deep
Collectables
63 · Antique gold scales, brass and cedar, engraved "CLASS B. to weigh 2lb", 19th century, 48cm high, 51cm wide, 25cm deep
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate A$300–500
64 · Set of gold scales mounted on timber box with set of 6 Dram weights, 4 shim weights and 2 lozenge weights, mid-19th Century. 33cm high, 23cm wide, 12cm deep. Provenance: Private collection Ballarat
Collectables
64 · Set of gold scales mounted on timber box with set of 6 Dram weights, 4 shim weights and 2 lozenge weights, mid-19th Century. 33cm high, 23cm wide, 12cm deep. Provenance: Private collection Ballarat
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$260
65 · "Map of the Mines of Ballaarat" by J.E. Harper, 1866; linen backed, with wooden rollers top and bottom. 105 x 66cm.
Books & maps
65 · "Map of the Mines of Ballaarat" by J.E. Harper, 1866; linen backed, with wooden rollers top and bottom. 105 x 66cm.
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$240
66 · AVERY bankers gold scales with set of 8 bell weights, 19th century, ​68cm high
Collectables
66 · AVERY bankers gold scales with set of 8 bell weights, 19th century, ​68cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$240
67 · An antique Australian pack saddle, used on the goldfields of central Victoria, 19th century, PROVENANCE: Private collection Ballarat
Vehicles
67 · An antique Australian pack saddle, used on the goldfields of central Victoria, 19th century, PROVENANCE: Private collection Ballarat
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$200
68 · An antique oil lamp with figural silver plated base, Duplex black button double burner, original glass font and shade, inscribed on the base "Presented To W. Letcher Esq. By His Colleagues Of The Literary Staff And By The Commercial Staff Of The Ballarat Courier, Dec. 1901". ​74cm high
Silver & objets
68 · An antique oil lamp with figural silver plated base, Duplex black button double burner, original glass font and shade, inscribed on the base "Presented To W. Letcher Esq. By His Colleagues Of The Literary Staff And By The Commercial Staff Of The Ballarat Courier, Dec. 1901". ​74cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$2,000
69 · An antique pocket barometer in case, pocket sovereign scales and "The Laurel, Ladies Boudoir Safety Razor", 19th century
Collectables
69 · An antique pocket barometer in case, pocket sovereign scales and "The Laurel, Ladies Boudoir Safety Razor", 19th century
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$280
70 · GOLD MINING:1881 10/- Share Certificate (#849) for United Ajax Gold Mining Co operating out of Campbell's Creek; also 1926 consecutive run of four share certificates (#5783-86) for the South Lucknow Gold Mining Company, each certificate for 100 shares at 3/6d per share. (5 items)
Coins & banknotes
70 · GOLD MINING:1881 10/- Share Certificate (#849) for United Ajax Gold Mining Co operating out of Campbell's Creek; also 1926 consecutive run of four share certificates (#5783-86) for the South Lucknow Gold Mining Company, each certificate for 100 shares at 3/6d per share. (5 items)
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$260
71 · INTERNATIONAL MINING & INDUSTRIAL EXHIBITION, COOLGARDIE, WESTERN AUSTRALIA, 1899. Silk commemorative Opening Ceremony program with an image of the Exhibition building and the opening date (March 21, 1899) on the front, the internal pages providing details for the arrival of the Governor, members of the W.A. Government, Invited Guests, Season Ticket Holders, etc., as well as details of the Ceremony. 26 x 44cm (opened out). Some water staining, but extremely scarce; we have located only one other
Collectables
71 · INTERNATIONAL MINING & INDUSTRIAL EXHIBITION, COOLGARDIE, WESTERN AUSTRALIA, 1899. Silk commemorative Opening Ceremony program with an image of the Exhibition building and the opening date (March 21, 1899) on the front, the internal pages providing details for the arrival of the Governor, members of the W.A. Government, Invited Guests, Season Ticket Holders, etc., as well as details of the Ceremony. 26 x 44cm (opened out). Some water staining, but extremely scarce; we have located only one other
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$750
72 · Five opal bivalve mussel fossils, Australian opal fields, Coober Pedy, ​the largest 4cm long
Collectables
72 · Five opal bivalve mussel fossils, Australian opal fields, Coober Pedy, ​the largest 4cm long
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$180
73 · An 18ct gold miner's brooch, crossed pick and shovel with entwined rope and nugget specimen, 19th century, stamped "18ct", ​5.5cm wide, 5 grams
Jewellery
73 · An 18ct gold miner's brooch, crossed pick and shovel with entwined rope and nugget specimen, 19th century, stamped "18ct", ​5.5cm wide, 5 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate Passed in
74 · A 15ct gold miner's brooch, crossed pick and shovel with gold nugget specimens and entwined rope, 19th century, stamped "S.S. & Co. 15k", ​4.5cm wide, 4.8 grams
Jewellery
74 · A 15ct gold miner's brooch, crossed pick and shovel with gold nugget specimens and entwined rope, 19th century, stamped "S.S. & Co. 15k", ​4.5cm wide, 4.8 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate A$1,200–1,500
75 · BARCLAY BROS. of Melbourne gold miner's brooch with crossed pick and shovel, and entwined rope, 19th century, stamped "B. BROS. 9ct", ​4.8cm wide, 2.8 grams
Jewellery
75 · BARCLAY BROS. of Melbourne gold miner's brooch with crossed pick and shovel, and entwined rope, 19th century, stamped "B. BROS. 9ct", ​4.8cm wide, 2.8 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$850
76 · A gold miner's brooch, shovel form with large gold specimen entwined in rope, 19th century, ​5cm wide, 4.9 grams
Jewellery
76 · A gold miner's brooch, shovel form with large gold specimen entwined in rope, 19th century, ​5cm wide, 4.9 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate Passed in
77 · A rare "MALCOLM" Western Australian goldfields brooch, late 19th century, housed in a period plush box with a Ballarat newspaper clipping, 5.5cm wide, 5.6 grams. Illustrated in "GOLD & SILVERSMITHING IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA" by Dorothy Erickson [U.W.A. Press, Perth, 2010], page 75-76.
Jewellery
77 · A rare "MALCOLM" Western Australian goldfields brooch, late 19th century, housed in a period plush box with a Ballarat newspaper clipping, 5.5cm wide, 5.6 grams. Illustrated in "GOLD & SILVERSMITHING IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA" by Dorothy Erickson [U.W.A. Press, Perth, 2010], page 75-76.
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$16,000
78 · Gold miner's bar brooch with horseshoes and gold nugget specimen, 19th century, ​6.5cm wide, 11 grams
Jewellery
78 · Gold miner's bar brooch with horseshoes and gold nugget specimen, 19th century, ​6.5cm wide, 11 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$1,200
79 · A gold miner's brooch in the form of a shovel with quartz ore specimen, 19th century, ​4.2cm wide, 3.2 grams
Jewellery
79 · A gold miner's brooch in the form of a shovel with quartz ore specimen, 19th century, ​4.2cm wide, 3.2 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$800
80 · A goldminer's brooch, crossed pick and shovel with gold nugget specimens, entwined rope and bucket, stamped "South Africa, 9ct", ​4.5cm wide, 4.5 grams
Jewellery
80 · A goldminer's brooch, crossed pick and shovel with gold nugget specimens, entwined rope and bucket, stamped "South Africa, 9ct", ​4.5cm wide, 4.5 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate A$800–1,200
81 · "FORGET ME NOT" fine Colonial oval brooch with flying bird amongst vine leaves and tendril, tests as high carat gold, most likely Melbourne origin, circa 1860s, 4.5cm wide, 8.4 grams
Jewellery
81 · "FORGET ME NOT" fine Colonial oval brooch with flying bird amongst vine leaves and tendril, tests as high carat gold, most likely Melbourne origin, circa 1860s, 4.5cm wide, 8.4 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$1,900
82 · A Colonial brooch with flying bird, vine leaves and green stone, tests high carat gold, most likely Victorian goldfields origin, circa 1865, ​4cm high, 9.1 grams
Jewellery
82 · A Colonial brooch with flying bird, vine leaves and green stone, tests high carat gold, most likely Victorian goldfields origin, circa 1865, ​4cm high, 9.1 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$2,600
83 · A heart shaped gold ore specimen ring set in yellow gold, late 19th century,
Jewellery
83 · A heart shaped gold ore specimen ring set in yellow gold, late 19th century,
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$600
84 · WILLIS & SONS of Melbourne, early 9ct gold ring set with opal and seed pearls, 19th century, stamped "9" flanked by pictorial marks, ​
Jewellery
84 · WILLIS & SONS of Melbourne, early 9ct gold ring set with opal and seed pearls, 19th century, stamped "9" flanked by pictorial marks, ​
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$800
85 · Australian 15ct gold bar brooch and matching 9ct gold earrings set with handsome gold nugget specimens, 19th century, 4.5cm wide, 11.75 grams total
Jewellery
85 · Australian 15ct gold bar brooch and matching 9ct gold earrings set with handsome gold nugget specimens, 19th century, 4.5cm wide, 11.75 grams total
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$400
86 · A Colonial 15ct gold oval brooch with foliate design adorned with a flying bird, most likely Melbourne origin, 19th century, ​5cm high, 10.7 grams
Jewellery
86 · A Colonial 15ct gold oval brooch with foliate design adorned with a flying bird, most likely Melbourne origin, 19th century, ​5cm high, 10.7 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate A$800–1,000
87 · A gold miner's pendant with pure gold findings encased in glass and mounted in gold, 19th century, ​2cm high
Jewellery
87 · A gold miner's pendant with pure gold findings encased in glass and mounted in gold, 19th century, ​2cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$900
88 · WENDT Colonial pair of emu earrings, silver gilt, circa 1870, ​2cm high
Jewellery
88 · WENDT Colonial pair of emu earrings, silver gilt, circa 1870, ​2cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$1,600
89 · A stunning Australian yellow gold memorial locket brooch adorned with kangaroo and emu in fern foliage, 19th century, ​3.7cm high, 12.3 grams total
Jewellery
89 · A stunning Australian yellow gold memorial locket brooch adorned with kangaroo and emu in fern foliage, 19th century, ​3.7cm high, 12.3 grams total
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$3,600
90 · An antique 15ct gold bar brooch with glass cylinder of opal chips, 19th century, stamped "15ct", ​5.3cm wide
Jewellery
90 · An antique 15ct gold bar brooch with glass cylinder of opal chips, 19th century, stamped "15ct", ​5.3cm wide
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$240
91 · WENDT yellow gold ring set with rubies and diamonds, Adelaide, South Australian origin, 19th century, stamped "WENDT.9",
Jewellery
91 · WENDT yellow gold ring set with rubies and diamonds, Adelaide, South Australian origin, 19th century, stamped "WENDT.9",
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$750
92 · WENDT 9ct yellow gold bangle set with red stones and seed pearls, housed in original plush box marked "J.M. WENDT, ADELAIDE", clasp stamped "9" with circular crown mark, 6.5cm wide, 12.2 grams total
Jewellery
92 · WENDT 9ct yellow gold bangle set with red stones and seed pearls, housed in original plush box marked "J.M. WENDT, ADELAIDE", clasp stamped "9" with circular crown mark, 6.5cm wide, 12.2 grams total
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$1,000
93 · An antique 9ct gold fob chain, late 19th century, stamped "H.H.S.", 40cm long, 20 grams
Jewellery
93 · An antique 9ct gold fob chain, late 19th century, stamped "H.H.S.", 40cm long, 20 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$1,000
94 · A Colonial cameo brooch set in high carat yellow gold mount adorned with leaves, most likely Melbourne, mid to late 19th century, ​2.7cm high
Jewellery
94 · A Colonial cameo brooch set in high carat yellow gold mount adorned with leaves, most likely Melbourne, mid to late 19th century, ​2.7cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$400
95 · HARDY BROS. (SYDNEY), 18ct yellow gold stickpin set with a diamond head and retaining its screw fitting to enable it to be worn as a dress stud, fully marked for Hardy Brothers and in original retailer's plush fitted box, 19th century, ​6.5cm long, 4.3 grams total
Jewellery
95 · HARDY BROS. (SYDNEY), 18ct yellow gold stickpin set with a diamond head and retaining its screw fitting to enable it to be worn as a dress stud, fully marked for Hardy Brothers and in original retailer's plush fitted box, 19th century, ​6.5cm long, 4.3 grams total
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$380
96 · An antique bar brooch, 18ct yellow gold set with a shark's took, 19th century, ​4.5cm wide
Jewellery
96 · An antique bar brooch, 18ct yellow gold set with a shark's took, 19th century, ​4.5cm wide
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$280
97 · A Colonial 15ct gold necklace crescent and star necklace set with seed pearls, most likely Melbourne origin, 19th century, 42cm long, 14 grams total
Jewellery
97 · A Colonial 15ct gold necklace crescent and star necklace set with seed pearls, most likely Melbourne origin, 19th century, 42cm long, 14 grams total
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$1,800
98 · WILLIS & SONS fine antique bangle, 15ct yellow gold with crescent and star design set with red stones and seed pearls, 19th century, stamped "15,W." with unicorn mark, ​6.5cm wide, 10.6 grams total
Jewellery
98 · WILLIS & SONS fine antique bangle, 15ct yellow gold with crescent and star design set with red stones and seed pearls, 19th century, stamped "15,W." with unicorn mark, ​6.5cm wide, 10.6 grams total
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$950
99 · WILLIAM DRUMMOND & Co. Melbourne, antique 15ct yellow gold ring set with three red stones and diamonds, 19th century, stamped "W. 15. D.", ​3.8 grams total
Jewellery
99 · WILLIAM DRUMMOND & Co. Melbourne, antique 15ct yellow gold ring set with three red stones and diamonds, 19th century, stamped "W. 15. D.", ​3.8 grams total
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$550
100 · FIRE BRIGADE: 15ct gold fob (6.7gms) depicting a two-wheeled hose cart on the front; verso engraved "CLUNES FETE 1887 * Hose Practice 8 Men : FIRST PRIZE Won by W.J. Hawkes".
Jewellery
100 · FIRE BRIGADE: 15ct gold fob (6.7gms) depicting a two-wheeled hose cart on the front; verso engraved "CLUNES FETE 1887 * Hose Practice 8 Men : FIRST PRIZE Won by W.J. Hawkes".
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$300
101 · A.H. THOMAS pair of rose gold shield shaped cufflinks in original retailer's plush box marked "A.H. THOMAS THE LEADING JEWELLER, QUEENSTOWN", late 19th century, ​8.5 grams total
Jewellery
101 · A.H. THOMAS pair of rose gold shield shaped cufflinks in original retailer's plush box marked "A.H. THOMAS THE LEADING JEWELLER, QUEENSTOWN", late 19th century, ​8.5 grams total
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$300
102 · A Colonial antique cluster ring, yellow gold set with three green demantoid garnets surrounded by diamonds, late 19th century, rare.
Jewellery
102 · A Colonial antique cluster ring, yellow gold set with three green demantoid garnets surrounded by diamonds, late 19th century, rare.
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate A$4,000–5,000
103 · An antique 18ct gold bar brooch with crown, 19th century, possibly the work of Fischer, Geelong, 5.5cm wide, 4.6 grams
Jewellery
103 · An antique 18ct gold bar brooch with crown, 19th century, possibly the work of Fischer, Geelong, 5.5cm wide, 4.6 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$300
104 · ADOLPH KOPP rare cameo brooch beautifully carved with female profile portrait adorned with grapes and leaves, mounted in 9ct yellow gold, late 19th century. Kopp operated from Fremantle and Perth in Western Australia in the late 19th and early 20th century. He died in 1905 and his wife then married his brother and continued the business. Sadly anti-German sentiment at the outbreak of WW1 saw mobs attack the shop and it was finally closed down in 1916. ​6cm high
Jewellery
104 · ADOLPH KOPP rare cameo brooch beautifully carved with female profile portrait adorned with grapes and leaves, mounted in 9ct yellow gold, late 19th century. Kopp operated from Fremantle and Perth in Western Australia in the late 19th and early 20th century. He died in 1905 and his wife then married his brother and continued the business. Sadly anti-German sentiment at the outbreak of WW1 saw mobs attack the shop and it was finally closed down in 1916. ​6cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$2,400
105 · LAMBORN & WAGNER (attributed) fine cameo brooch with winged goddess floating through the sky, set in 9ct yellow gold, Melbourne, circa 1860, ​5.5cm high
Jewellery
105 · LAMBORN & WAGNER (attributed) fine cameo brooch with winged goddess floating through the sky, set in 9ct yellow gold, Melbourne, circa 1860, ​5.5cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$850
106 · WILLIS & SONS 9ct gold and garnet horseshoe bar brooch, 19th century, stamped "W. 9" with unicorn mark, ​4cm wide, 2.6 grams
Jewellery
106 · WILLIS & SONS 9ct gold and garnet horseshoe bar brooch, 19th century, stamped "W. 9" with unicorn mark, ​4cm wide, 2.6 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$180
107 · WILLIAM DRUMMOND & CO. 15ct gold and New Zealand greenstone fob, 19th century, stamped "W.D. 15", ​9cm high including chain.
Jewellery
107 · WILLIAM DRUMMOND & CO. 15ct gold and New Zealand greenstone fob, 19th century, stamped "W.D. 15", ​9cm high including chain.
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$320
108 · An antique 9ct gold and New Zealand greenstone bar brooch, 19th century, ​6cm wide
Jewellery
108 · An antique 9ct gold and New Zealand greenstone bar brooch, 19th century, ​6cm wide
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$200
109 · ROBERT ROBERTSON of Melbourne 9ct rose gold pendant locket set with tourmaline and diamond, late 19th century, 3cm high
Jewellery
109 · ROBERT ROBERTSON of Melbourne 9ct rose gold pendant locket set with tourmaline and diamond, late 19th century, 3cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate A$500–700
110 · SIMONSEN of Melbourne antique 15ct gold bangle set with tourmaline and seed pearls, 19th century,
Jewellery
110 · SIMONSEN of Melbourne antique 15ct gold bangle set with tourmaline and seed pearls, 19th century,
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$1,400
111 · An Australian 9ct gold antique portrait cameo brooch, 19th century, stamped with pictorial marks (partially obscured), ​4.5cm high
Jewellery
111 · An Australian 9ct gold antique portrait cameo brooch, 19th century, stamped with pictorial marks (partially obscured), ​4.5cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$550
112 · Three Australian antique 9ct rose gold wedding rings by WILLIS & SONS, J. STEEL, and W. ROBERTS, 19th and early 20th century, ​8.8 grams total
Jewellery
112 · Three Australian antique 9ct rose gold wedding rings by WILLIS & SONS, J. STEEL, and W. ROBERTS, 19th and early 20th century, ​8.8 grams total
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$380
113 · An antique 9ct rose gold wax filled bangle, late 19th century, 8cm diameter, internal 5.8cm diameter
Jewellery
113 · An antique 9ct rose gold wax filled bangle, late 19th century, 8cm diameter, internal 5.8cm diameter
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$800
114 · An early Victorian seal on 9ct yellow gold chain, ​the chain 6.3 grams
Jewellery
114 · An early Victorian seal on 9ct yellow gold chain, ​the chain 6.3 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$460
115 · A pair of antique rose cut diamond cluster earrings set in 18ct white and yellow gold, 19th century, ​1.5cm high
Jewellery
115 · A pair of antique rose cut diamond cluster earrings set in 18ct white and yellow gold, 19th century, ​1.5cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$650
116 · LARARD BROS. antique 9ct rose curb link bracelet with heart lock, 19th century, lock stamped "9" with pictorial marks, ​11.5 grams total
Jewellery
116 · LARARD BROS. antique 9ct rose curb link bracelet with heart lock, 19th century, lock stamped "9" with pictorial marks, ​11.5 grams total
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate A$800–1,200
117 · An antique Colonial yellow gold bar brooch with engraved initials "J.I.O." for JEAN ISOBEL OATES, late 19th century, 3.2cm wide, 2.2 grams. Oates' father, RICHARD OATES rocketed to fame on the Australian goldfields with the astonishing discovery of the WELCOME STRANGER gold nugget at Moligul in Victoria in 1869, weighing in at 94.14 kg which equates to a handsome $7,250,000 todays currency. The Welcome Stranger remains the largest alluvial gold nugget ever discovered.
Jewellery
117 · An antique Colonial yellow gold bar brooch with engraved initials "J.I.O." for JEAN ISOBEL OATES, late 19th century, 3.2cm wide, 2.2 grams. Oates' father, RICHARD OATES rocketed to fame on the Australian goldfields with the astonishing discovery of the WELCOME STRANGER gold nugget at Moligul in Victoria in 1869, weighing in at 94.14 kg which equates to a handsome $7,250,000 todays currency. The Welcome Stranger remains the largest alluvial gold nugget ever discovered.
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$700
118 · FISHER antique 9ct yellow gold bangle set with amethyst, 19th century, stamped "FISHER, 9ct", ​6.5cm wide, 6.2 grams
Jewellery
118 · FISHER antique 9ct yellow gold bangle set with amethyst, 19th century, stamped "FISHER, 9ct", ​6.5cm wide, 6.2 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$900
119 · WILLIS & SONS (attributed) antique double sided photo locket brooch, 9ct gold and seed pearl, Melbourne, Victorian origin, late 19th century, ​4cm wide
Jewellery
119 · WILLIS & SONS (attributed) antique double sided photo locket brooch, 9ct gold and seed pearl, Melbourne, Victorian origin, late 19th century, ​4cm wide
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$140
120 · An antique fob seal, rock crystal set in gold cased metal, circa 1860, 2.5cm high
Jewellery
120 · An antique fob seal, rock crystal set in gold cased metal, circa 1860, 2.5cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$200
121 · A lady's antique 9ct gold bangle with engraved decoration, late 19th century, 7cm wide, 6.6 grams total. Housed in plush velvet box branded "J.M. WENDT, ADELAIDE",
Jewellery
121 · A lady's antique 9ct gold bangle with engraved decoration, late 19th century, 7cm wide, 6.6 grams total. Housed in plush velvet box branded "J.M. WENDT, ADELAIDE",
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate Passed in
122 · An antique 15ct gold photo portrait pendant set with seed pearls, late 19th century, ​4.2cm high
Jewellery
122 · An antique 15ct gold photo portrait pendant set with seed pearls, late 19th century, ​4.2cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$280
123 · WILLIS & SONS 9ct rose gold curb link bracelet with heart lock, late 19th century,
Jewellery
123 · WILLIS & SONS 9ct rose gold curb link bracelet with heart lock, late 19th century,
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$700
124 · ARONSON & Co.of Melbourne antique 9ct gold bar brooch set with green stones, late 19th century; together with a WILLIS & SONS 9ct gold bar brooch set with a red stone, 19th century, (2 items), 4.5cm wide, 5 grams total
Jewellery
124 · ARONSON & Co.of Melbourne antique 9ct gold bar brooch set with green stones, late 19th century; together with a WILLIS & SONS 9ct gold bar brooch set with a red stone, 19th century, (2 items), 4.5cm wide, 5 grams total
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$240
125 · WILLIS & SONS impressive 15ct yellow gold necklace adorned with aquamarines and seed pearls, circa 1910, stamped "15.W" with pictorial mark, clasp also stamped "15", ​45cm long, 9.7 grams
Jewellery
125 · WILLIS & SONS impressive 15ct yellow gold necklace adorned with aquamarines and seed pearls, circa 1910, stamped "15.W" with pictorial mark, clasp also stamped "15", ​45cm long, 9.7 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$1,700
126 · An unusual antique cameo brooch set in high carat gold frieze, 19th century, ​5.5cm wide, 6.5 grams total
Jewellery
126 · An unusual antique cameo brooch set in high carat gold frieze, 19th century, ​5.5cm wide, 6.5 grams total
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$320
127 · ARONSON & Co. (Melbourne), double sided antique photo pendent, 9ct yellow gold set with turquoise and seed pearls, circa 1900, ​4.5cm high
Jewellery
127 · ARONSON & Co. (Melbourne), double sided antique photo pendent, 9ct yellow gold set with turquoise and seed pearls, circa 1900, ​4.5cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate A$400–600
128 · F.A. FLINT name brooch, 15ct yellow gold set with seed pearls to read "MAY", circa 1900, in original velvet case marker "F.A. Flint Watchmaker & Jeweller, Hobart", 4.5cm wide, 3.3 grams total
Jewellery
128 · F.A. FLINT name brooch, 15ct yellow gold set with seed pearls to read "MAY", circa 1900, in original velvet case marker "F.A. Flint Watchmaker & Jeweller, Hobart", 4.5cm wide, 3.3 grams total
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$260
129 · An Australian 9ct gold brooch with three boomerangs, kangaroo, emu and kookaburra, 19th century, ​4cm wide, 1.3 grams
Jewellery
129 · An Australian 9ct gold brooch with three boomerangs, kangaroo, emu and kookaburra, 19th century, ​4cm wide, 1.3 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$280
130 · SIMONSEN Australian 9ct gold kookaburra brooch, stamped "9" flanked by pictorial marks, ​3cm wide, 2.3 grams
Jewellery
130 · SIMONSEN Australian 9ct gold kookaburra brooch, stamped "9" flanked by pictorial marks, ​3cm wide, 2.3 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$260
131 · An antique cameo brooch in 9ct Australian rose gold mount, late 19th early 20th century, stamped "9" flanked by kangaroo and emu marks, later safety chain, ​4cm high
Jewellery
131 · An antique cameo brooch in 9ct Australian rose gold mount, late 19th early 20th century, stamped "9" flanked by kangaroo and emu marks, later safety chain, ​4cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$340
132 · PROUDS 15ct rose gold antique napkin clip engraved "W.C.S.", stamped "Prouds, 15ct", ​3.5cm long, 3.7 grams
Jewellery
132 · PROUDS 15ct rose gold antique napkin clip engraved "W.C.S.", stamped "Prouds, 15ct", ​3.5cm long, 3.7 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate A$250–350
133 · WILLIS & SONS of Melbourne antique 15ct gold floral brooch with green stones and seed pearls, late 19th century, stamped "15" flanked by pictorial marks, ​4.5cm wide, 4.6 grams
Jewellery
133 · WILLIS & SONS of Melbourne antique 15ct gold floral brooch with green stones and seed pearls, late 19th century, stamped "15" flanked by pictorial marks, ​4.5cm wide, 4.6 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$380
134 · SIMONSEN of Melbourne (attributed), antique crescent shaped bar brooch, 15ct yellow gold set with graduated seed pearls, circa 1900, 4.5cm wide, 2.4 grams
Jewellery
134 · SIMONSEN of Melbourne (attributed), antique crescent shaped bar brooch, 15ct yellow gold set with graduated seed pearls, circa 1900, 4.5cm wide, 2.4 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$220
135 · SIMONSEN of Melbourne antique 9ct gold locket set with red stone, late 19th century, remains of anchor mark visible, ​4cm high, 5.4 grams total
Jewellery
135 · SIMONSEN of Melbourne antique 9ct gold locket set with red stone, late 19th century, remains of anchor mark visible, ​4cm high, 5.4 grams total
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate A$500–700
136 · An antique 9ct rose gold bar brooch set with blue stone and seed pearls, late 19th century, stamped "9ct" with pictorial marks, ​5cm wide, 5 grams total
Jewellery
136 · An antique 9ct rose gold bar brooch set with blue stone and seed pearls, late 19th century, stamped "9ct" with pictorial marks, ​5cm wide, 5 grams total
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$220
137 · Various 9ct gold fobs, etc., comprising of a map of Australia, an A.N.A., a Freemason's set-square and compass, a hair-locket and a photo locket. Approx. 13gms total. (5 items).
Jewellery
137 · Various 9ct gold fobs, etc., comprising of a map of Australia, an A.N.A., a Freemason's set-square and compass, a hair-locket and a photo locket. Approx. 13gms total. (5 items).
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$300
138 · Two sterling silver brooches (lacking back clips) circa 1900; one depicts a kangaroo in a landscape; the other with "Fighting Bobs" and engraved "South Africa". (2).
Jewellery
138 · Two sterling silver brooches (lacking back clips) circa 1900; one depicts a kangaroo in a landscape; the other with "Fighting Bobs" and engraved "South Africa". (2).
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$200
139 · ARONSON & Co. antique 15ct gold star pendant/brooch set with seed pearls, 19th/20th century, pictorial marker's marks to back, ​4cm wide, 6.1 grams
Jewellery
139 · ARONSON & Co. antique 15ct gold star pendant/brooch set with seed pearls, 19th/20th century, pictorial marker's marks to back, ​4cm wide, 6.1 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$380
140 · An antique Australian crucifix pendant, 9ct yellow gold with green stones and seed pearls, late 19th century, ​4cm high, 2.7 grams
Jewellery
140 · An antique Australian crucifix pendant, 9ct yellow gold with green stones and seed pearls, late 19th century, ​4cm high, 2.7 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$220
141 · Australian Federation bracelet, 9ct yellow gold with six Australian maps and boomerangs, (18cm long); together with a 9ct rose gold map of Australia brooch, a map of Tasmania brooch, and a 9ct gold and red stone "MOTHER" boomerang brooch, 19th and early 20th century, (4 items), 8.5 grams total
Jewellery
141 · Australian Federation bracelet, 9ct yellow gold with six Australian maps and boomerangs, (18cm long); together with a 9ct rose gold map of Australia brooch, a map of Tasmania brooch, and a 9ct gold and red stone "MOTHER" boomerang brooch, 19th and early 20th century, (4 items), 8.5 grams total
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$420
142 · A Colonial twin photo locket, 9ct yellow gold and garnet, late 19th century, ​3cm high
Jewellery
142 · A Colonial twin photo locket, 9ct yellow gold and garnet, late 19th century, ​3cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate A$350–450
143 · An antique Australian 9ct yellow gold kookaburra and Southern Cross brooch set with green stones, Melbourne, circa 1900, stamped "9" with pictorial marks, ​4cm wide, 2.5 grams total
Jewellery
143 · An antique Australian 9ct yellow gold kookaburra and Southern Cross brooch set with green stones, Melbourne, circa 1900, stamped "9" with pictorial marks, ​4cm wide, 2.5 grams total
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$260
144 · Four 9ct gold fobs, etc. (13.1gms); one presented by the Poultry Club of N.S.W. for the "Best Bird Wyong Show 1906"; another United Commercial Traveller Assoc. membership; an Australian Coat-of-Arms on a wishbone (lacks clasp) plus one more. (4).
Jewellery
144 · Four 9ct gold fobs, etc. (13.1gms); one presented by the Poultry Club of N.S.W. for the "Best Bird Wyong Show 1906"; another United Commercial Traveller Assoc. membership; an Australian Coat-of-Arms on a wishbone (lacks clasp) plus one more. (4).
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$320
145 · BICYCLE CLUB AWARD: 9ct gold fob engraved "T.A.B.C. Road Race Fastest Time 24.4 07"; also, another 9ct gold fob depicting a swan, engraved verso "A.A.M.C. Perth 1912. F. VERNON. R.G.". (2 items). Weight: 6.3gms.
Jewellery
145 · BICYCLE CLUB AWARD: 9ct gold fob engraved "T.A.B.C. Road Race Fastest Time 24.4 07"; also, another 9ct gold fob depicting a swan, engraved verso "A.A.M.C. Perth 1912. F. VERNON. R.G.". (2 items). Weight: 6.3gms.
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$460
146 · A 15ct gold fob (5.9gms) engraved "A.J. 4.4.08" on the front and verso "Presented to A. Jones. Hon. Sec. By the Employees of the AUSTRAL. GLASS BOTTLE WORKS, as a token of esteem, 1st Annual Picnic." The Austral Glass Bottle Works was established in Waterloo, Sydney, in 1902.
Jewellery
146 · A 15ct gold fob (5.9gms) engraved "A.J. 4.4.08" on the front and verso "Presented to A. Jones. Hon. Sec. By the Employees of the AUSTRAL. GLASS BOTTLE WORKS, as a token of esteem, 1st Annual Picnic." The Austral Glass Bottle Works was established in Waterloo, Sydney, in 1902.
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$280
147 · TARGET SHOOTING: 9ct gold and enamel fob (9gms), engraved verso "Regimental Championship 3rd Stage Won by Sgt. C.A. Jeffrey, Score 323 - 25.4.09".
Jewellery
147 · TARGET SHOOTING: 9ct gold and enamel fob (9gms), engraved verso "Regimental Championship 3rd Stage Won by Sgt. C.A. Jeffrey, Score 323 - 25.4.09".
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$200
148 · ARONSEN pair of antique Australian 15ct gold cufflinks, early 20th century,
Jewellery
148 · ARONSEN pair of antique Australian 15ct gold cufflinks, early 20th century,
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate A$300–400
149 · A yellow gold ring set with cabochon white opal, 20th century,
Jewellery
149 · A yellow gold ring set with cabochon white opal, 20th century,
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate A$300–500
150 · ROBERT ROLLASON antique bar brooch, 9ct yellow gold set with a diamond, Sydney, New South Wales origin, circa 1900, 3.5cm wide, 2.1 grams
Jewellery
150 · ROBERT ROLLASON antique bar brooch, 9ct yellow gold set with a diamond, Sydney, New South Wales origin, circa 1900, 3.5cm wide, 2.1 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$140
151 · An antique 9ct gold and ruby map of Tasmania brooch together with a 9ct gold map of Australia stick pin (2 items), circa 1900, 3.9 grams total
Jewellery
151 · An antique 9ct gold and ruby map of Tasmania brooch together with a 9ct gold map of Australia stick pin (2 items), circa 1900, 3.9 grams total
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$120
152 · WILLIAM DRUMMOND & Co. of Melbourne antique musical themed brooch, 15ct gold, seed pearls and blue sapphires, circa 1900, stamped "W.15.D.", 4.5cm high, 3.6 grams
Jewellery
152 · WILLIAM DRUMMOND & Co. of Melbourne antique musical themed brooch, 15ct gold, seed pearls and blue sapphires, circa 1900, stamped "W.15.D.", 4.5cm high, 3.6 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$1,100
153 · SUFFRAGETTE pendant necklace, 9ct gold with coloured stones, circa 1910. Rare. ​37cm long, 6.7 gram
Jewellery
153 · SUFFRAGETTE pendant necklace, 9ct gold with coloured stones, circa 1910. Rare. ​37cm long, 6.7 gram
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$2,400
154 · KOOKABURRAS: Two 9ct gold brooches (2.7gms) featuring kookaburras, one on a wishbone and one on a boomerang, (2).
Jewellery
154 · KOOKABURRAS: Two 9ct gold brooches (2.7gms) featuring kookaburras, one on a wishbone and one on a boomerang, (2).
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$100
155 · An Edwardian 9ct gold pendant set with garnet and seed pearls, circa 1910, with a later chain. The pendant 2.5cm high
Jewellery
155 · An Edwardian 9ct gold pendant set with garnet and seed pearls, circa 1910, with a later chain. The pendant 2.5cm high
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$240
156 · ARONSON of Melbourne 9ct yellow gold square form locket with engraved decoration, late 19th century, stamped "9" with pictorial marks, 3cm high, 7.9 grams total
Jewellery
156 · ARONSON of Melbourne 9ct yellow gold square form locket with engraved decoration, late 19th century, stamped "9" with pictorial marks, 3cm high, 7.9 grams total
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Estimate A$600–800
157 · WILLIS & SONS of Melbourne "Lily Of The Valley" brooch, 9ct yellow gold set with seed pearls, early 20th century, stamped "9.W." with pictorial mark, ​4.5cm wide, 2.8 grams
Jewellery
157 · WILLIS & SONS of Melbourne "Lily Of The Valley" brooch, 9ct yellow gold set with seed pearls, early 20th century, stamped "9.W." with pictorial mark, ​4.5cm wide, 2.8 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$240
158 · WILLIAM DRUMMOND & CO. "Wesley College" cufflinks, 9ct rose gold and enamel, early 20th century.
Jewellery
158 · WILLIAM DRUMMOND & CO. "Wesley College" cufflinks, 9ct rose gold and enamel, early 20th century.
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$260
159 · Three different 9ct gold fobs (5.8gms), each incorporating an Australian coat-of-arms; one with the Australian military rising sun above the shield. (3).
Jewellery
159 · Three different 9ct gold fobs (5.8gms), each incorporating an Australian coat-of-arms; one with the Australian military rising sun above the shield. (3).
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$240
160 · ARONSON of Melbourne antique bangle, rose gold finish over copper, early 20th century, stamped "9ct copper lined", 9cm diameter
Jewellery
160 · ARONSON of Melbourne antique bangle, rose gold finish over copper, early 20th century, stamped "9ct copper lined", 9cm diameter
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$120
161 · W.H. FLETCHER (Launceston, Tasmania), rare pair of Australian silver cufflinks, circa 1915. Fletcher operated at the Quadrant off St. John Street from 1912-1920.
Jewellery
161 · W.H. FLETCHER (Launceston, Tasmania), rare pair of Australian silver cufflinks, circa 1915. Fletcher operated at the Quadrant off St. John Street from 1912-1920.
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$220
162 · An antique circular brooch, 9ct yellow gold, most likely by ROBERT ROLLASON, early 20th century, ​2.5cm diameter, 1.2 grams
Jewellery
162 · An antique circular brooch, 9ct yellow gold, most likely by ROBERT ROLLASON, early 20th century, ​2.5cm diameter, 1.2 grams
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$140
163 · CATANACHS pair of natural pearl and gold studs in original Catanachs branded box, circa 1900, ​the box 5.5cm wide
Jewellery
163 · CATANACHS pair of natural pearl and gold studs in original Catanachs branded box, circa 1900, ​the box 5.5cm wide
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$100
164 · MAPS OF AUSTRALIA: Three different 9ct gold brooches, all featuring maps of Australia, one surrounded by boomerangs, one with the map over a boomerang, and one other; early 20th century. (3). Total weight: 5.5gms.
Jewellery
164 · MAPS OF AUSTRALIA: Three different 9ct gold brooches, all featuring maps of Australia, one surrounded by boomerangs, one with the map over a boomerang, and one other; early 20th century. (3). Total weight: 5.5gms.
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$160
165 · A superb 9ct white gold cigar or cigarette box, cedar lined, marked "J.M.D. WHITE GOLD 9ct" total weight 425gms, 4cm high, 18cm wide, 11.5cm deep.
Silver & objets
165 · A superb 9ct white gold cigar or cigarette box, cedar lined, marked "J.M.D. WHITE GOLD 9ct" total weight 425gms, 4cm high, 18cm wide, 11.5cm deep.
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$5,500
166 · MUSIC AWARDS, ETC: a 9ct gold fob (6.7gms) engraved "Winners Carnival Contest 1922 L.Heaps"; a 9ct gold fob (8.3gms) engraved "Swan Hill 1932" and verso "SWAN HILL BAND CONTEST Pres. by CR. H. PYE, J.P. to LES HEAPS Winning Band Master". Also, a 15ct gold award (3.5gms) engraved verso "SWAN HILL HOSPITAL FETE D Grade Contest 1933 : Selection Waltz won BY SUNRAYSIA BAND Conductor L.A. HEAP"; and a 9ct gold brooch (3.4gms) featuring a lyre decorated with 6 pearls and a ruby. (4 items).
Jewellery
166 · MUSIC AWARDS, ETC: a 9ct gold fob (6.7gms) engraved "Winners Carnival Contest 1922 L.Heaps"; a 9ct gold fob (8.3gms) engraved "Swan Hill 1932" and verso "SWAN HILL BAND CONTEST Pres. by CR. H. PYE, J.P. to LES HEAPS Winning Band Master". Also, a 15ct gold award (3.5gms) engraved verso "SWAN HILL HOSPITAL FETE D Grade Contest 1933 : Selection Waltz won BY SUNRAYSIA BAND Conductor L.A. HEAP"; and a 9ct gold brooch (3.4gms) featuring a lyre decorated with 6 pearls and a ruby. (4 items).
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$460
167 · EDUCATION AWARD: 9ct gold badge (4.9gms) engraved "BRUNSWICK COLLEGE DUX 1922" and verso "VIOLET I.H. KENT".
Jewellery
167 · EDUCATION AWARD: 9ct gold badge (4.9gms) engraved "BRUNSWICK COLLEGE DUX 1922" and verso "VIOLET I.H. KENT".
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$120
168 · WILLIAM DRUMMOND & CO. Australian Art Deco gold bar brooch set with sapphires and seed pearls, circa 1925, in original plush fitted box, ​6cm wide, 3.1 grams total
Jewellery
168 · WILLIAM DRUMMOND & CO. Australian Art Deco gold bar brooch set with sapphires and seed pearls, circa 1925, in original plush fitted box, ​6cm wide, 3.1 grams total
Leski Auctions· 27 Nov 2021
Realised A$460
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