Wednesday 17 November 2010

Silver Salver








This masonic silver salver is coming up for sale at Bonhams in London on December 1 and is expected to fetch £1,000

The catalogue description reads: "A George II silver salver,
by Hugh Mills, London 1748, shaped circular form, shell and scroll border, on three leaf capped scroll feet, ground later engraved with flower heads and scrolls, central presentation inscription "Presented to A.A. Leveau Esq G.S.B of Grand Lodge of England. M. G. Directer of Ceremonies of Supreme Grand Chapter of England P.Z of Zetland chapter York 287 &r &r &r By the principles, officers and companions of the Zetland chapter of Royal Arch freemasons 287 as a testimonial of ..(?)..regard and esteem and in ackowledgement of the important and valueable services rendered by him with unremitting (?) and attention during a period of (?) years. York 16th November 1853", diameter 36.5cm, weight 33oz."

Tuesday 16 November 2010

Masonic Cribbage




These cribbage boards are coming up for sale at Humbert Auction House in Northampton.

The catalogue description reads: "A fine matched pair of Tunbridge ware Masonic cribbage boards with inlaid bone Masonic emblems."

They are being on November 18 and are expected to fetch £120.

Tick-tock





At 210 years old, this masonic watch has seen a lot of time go by. It is coming up for sale at an auctionn house in Germany.

It was made in London in about 1800 and the catalogue description reads: "Stainless steel. Key wound movement with verge escapement, chain and fusee. Movement inscribed «Stoddart London». Very good fully functional condition."

The saleroom is:

Auktionshaus Kaupp
Schloss Sulzburg
Hauptstr.62
Sulzburg

The starting price is €500

Monday 8 November 2010

Square hands




This clock is being sold by Jeffrey Evans and Associates in the US and has assorted Masonic emblems on its face.

The cataolgue description reads: "SIGNED "R WHITING - WINCHESTER", CT PAINT-DECORATED PINE TALL-CASE CLOCK 30-hour wooden works, finely painted wooden face decorated with assorted Masonic emblems. Case with an excellent dry rosewood and sponge-decorated surface. Lacking weight and pendulum. Riley Whiting (1785-1835).

"Circa 1820. 83 1/2" H. Excellent condition, minor loss to hood pediment, paint with only minimal wear. "

It is expected to raise about 1,800 pounds.