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Switzerland, Geneva, French occupation under Napoleon, Two Francs AN 13 G made into a box.
An extremely rare and iconic coin for Geneva. 
The French coinage struck in Geneva during the Departement de Leman is extremely rare, the few coins that do appear on the market are usually heavily circulated.
This example was emptied out and transformed into a box shortly after it was struck and hence preserves the details, that have never before been encountered. If this coin was not modified, it would have been by far the best known preserved specimen. 
6.23 grams 
Inv: 5998D251N297


Switzerland Geneva French occupation Napoleon Two Francs AN 13 G made box extremely rare iconic coin Geneva French coinage struck Geneva Departement Leman extremely rare coins appear market usually heavily circulated example emptied transformed box shortly struck hence preserves details never encountered coin modified far best known preserved specimen 6 23 grams Inv 5998 D 251 N 297

AN 13 1804

Switzerland Geneva French occupation Napoleon Two Francs AN 13 G made box

AN13 / 1804

Switzerland, Geneva, French occupation under Napoleon, Two Francs AN 13 G made into a box.

Geneva Napoleon 2 Francs Box

Extremely Rare Russian Silver large tobacco box
Moscow 1908-1917, 84 Imperial silver standard
Countermarked with Latvian 1922-1939 import marks
Weight : 529.1 grams 
17.4 x 10.7 x 4.3 cm
Ref:59985P242

Extremely Rare Russian Silver large tobacco box Moscow 1908 1917 84 Imperial silver standard Countermarked Latvian 1922 1939 import marks Weight 529 1 grams 17 4 10 7 4 3 Ref 59985 P 242

1908 1917

Extremely Rare Russian Silver large tobacco box

1908-1917

Russian Imperial Tobacco box 

Gallo-Roman figure of Venus anadyomene. She is twisting her hair with her right hand and holding a drape with her left.
White Allier terracotta (one elbow glued back.) France, Roman production, 2nd - 3rd century H: 13.5 cm

Provenance

Lot 296
Thierry de Maigret
ART OF JAPAN & ARCHAEOLOGY
wednesday march 27, 2013 1:30 pm
Drouot Richelieu - Room 2

Gallo Roman figure Venus anadyomene twisting hair right hand holding drape left White Allier terracotta one elbow glued back France Roman production 2nd 3rd century H 13 5 Provenance Lot 296 Thierry Maigret ART OF JAPAN ARCHAEOLOGY wednesday march 27 2013 1 30 Drouot Richelieu Room 2

2nd 3rd

Gallo Roman white terracotta figurine Allier Venus anadyomene 2nd 3rd century

2nd - 3rd

Gallo-Roman white terracotta figurine from Allier, Venus anadyomene, 2nd - 3rd century

Gallo-Roman white terracotta figurine 

Extremely Rare Large Vintage Red Cacao Sprüngli Tin Box - Zurich

Features:

Excellent vintage condition with a beautiful patina.
Dates back to the late 19th to early 20th century.


Perfect decorative piece for restaurants, coffee houses, coffee shops, bars, or kitchens.
Lithographic design and lettering with a charming aged finish.
Dimensions:

Height: 33 cm
Width: 21 cm

Inv:6003D254

Extremely Rare Large Vintage Red Cacao Sprungli Tin Box Zurich Features Excellent vintage condition beautiful patina Dates back late 19th early 20th century Perfect decorative piece restaurants coffee houses coffee shops bars kitchens Lithographic design lettering charming aged finish Dimensions Height 33 Width 21 Inv 6003 D 254

Circa 1900

Extremely Rare Large Vintage Red Cacao Sprungli Tin Box Zurich

Extremely Rare Large Vintage Red Cacao Sprüngli Tin Box - Zurich

Cacao Sprüngli Tin Box

Miniature Vitra Design Museum Charles ＆ Ray Eames DSR 1950 green.
Perfect condition. Sold without original box.
8x8x13,5cm.

Inv: 6000D253N43

Miniature Vitra Design Museum Charles ＆ Ray Eames DSR 1950 green Perfect condition Sold without original box 8 8 13 5 Inv 6000 D 253 N 43

1990

Miniature Vitra Design Museum Charles ＆ Ray Eames DSR 1950 green

1990's

Miniature Vitra Design Museum Charles ＆ Ray Eames DSR 1950 green.

Vitra miniature DSR Chair

Swiss Officer's 1899 Ordinance sword, complete set, Rare 
With its original scabbard, dust jacket, leather  mount and decoration . 
Almost never seen this complete, with all the parts still present.
Everything is in excellent condition, except the blade, which is a bit rusted.
99 cm long 
Inv: 59985P24194

Swiss Officer's 1899 Ordinance sword complete set Rare original scabbard dust jacket leather mount decoration Almost never seen complete parts still present Everything excellent condition except blade bit rusted 99 long Inv 59985 P 24194

1899

Swiss Officer's 1899 Ordinance sword complete set Rare

Swiss Officer's 1899 Ordinance sword, complete set, Rare 

Swiss Officer's sword

Brasil, Joao V (1706-1750), 10000 Reis or Meio Dobrado, 1725 M
Minas Gerais 
KM 116
26.40 g. 

Particularly well struck specimen, from fresh dies. Detail on the shied is much superior to most other examples.
Very light old cleaning. 

Inv: D240211

Brasil Joao V 1706 1750 10000 Reis Meio Dobrado 1725 M Minas Gerais KM 116 26 40 Particularly well struck specimen fresh dies Detail shied much superior examples light old cleaning Inv D 240211

1725

Brazil Joao V 10000 Reis Meio Dobrado 1725 M

Brazil, Joao V, 10000 Reis or Meio Dobrado, 1725 M

Brazil, Joao V, 10000 Reis

Exceptional regency period tomb chest with drawers stamped LARDIN and NB.
Palace quality.

Rosewood, nets of marquetry frames, opening with five drawers adorned with a rich ornamentation of chiseled gilded bronzes with twisted patterns, keyholes with scrolls and hooves, marble top, 20 cm 

By André  -Antoine Lardin (1724-1790) received Master in 1750. Nicolas Bernard (1713-?) received Master in 1742.

133 cm x 63 cm, 86 cm high


 

Exceptional regency period tomb chest drawers stamped LARDIN NB Palace quality Rosewood nets marquetry frames opening five drawers adorned rich ornamentation chiseled gilded bronzes twisted patterns keyholes scrolls hooves marble top 20 Andre Antoine Lardin 1724 1790 received Master 1750 Nicolas Bernard 1713 received Master 1742 133 63 86 high

1st part 18th Century

Exceptional regency period tomb chest Lardin

Exceptional regency period tomb chest by Lardin

Regency tomb chest by Lardin 

Turkey. Ottoman Empire. Suleiman the Magnificent, AH 926-974 (1520-1566).
Sultani AH932, Misr (Cairo).
3,49g. Gold.
Rare! Edhem 1023; NP 181 var; Artuk 1555.
Ex Gorny 153 (October 11, 2006), 5023.

Inv: 6000D253N133

Turkey Ottoman Empire Suleiman Magnificent AH 926 974 1520 1566 Sultani AH 932 Misr Cairo 3 49 Gold Rare Edhem 1023 NP 181 var Artuk 1555 Gorny 153 October 11 2006 5023 Inv 6000 D 253 N 133

1526

Turkey Ottoman Empire Soliman Magnificent Sultani AH 932 Misr Cairo

Turkey. Ottoman Empire. Soliman the Magnificent, Sultani AH932, Misr (Cairo)

Soliman the Magnificent Sultani

USA 1000 Dollars 1934 A 
High Denomination legal tender banknote 
Federal Reserve bank of Chicago Illinois
Good circulated condition

USA 1000 Dollars 1934 A High Denomination legal tender banknote Federal Reserve bank Chicago Illinois Good circulated condition

1934

USA 1000 Dollars 1934 High Denomination banknote Chicago

USA 1000 Dollars banknote

Roman Republic, Mark Antony and Octavian, 43-33 BC.
Denarius, itinerant workshop, ca. 41 B.C.

3,78g
19mm
Spink 1504; Crawford 517/2

Inventory D23022.5


Roman Republic Mark Antony Octavian 43 33 BC Denarius itinerant workshop 41 B C 3 78 19 Spink 1504 Crawford 517 2 Inventory D 23022 5

41 BC

Roman Republic Mark Antony Octavian 43 33 BC Denarius

ca 41 BC

Roman Republic, Mark Antony and Octavian, 43-33 BC, Denarius

Mark Antony and Octavian denarius

India, Mughal Empire. Shah Alam I, AH1119-1124 (1707-1712). Mohur AN2 (AH1121/1709).
Dar el-Sarur Burhanpur.
Gold 10.92g.
KM 356.3.

Inv: 6000D253N132

India Mughal Empire Shah Alam I AH 1119 1124 1707 1712 Mohur AN 2 AH 1121 1709 Dar Sarur Burhanpur Gold 10 92 KM 356 3 Inv 6000 D 253 N 132

1709

India Mughal Empire Shah Alam I Mohur AN 2 AH 1121 1709 Dar Sarur Burhanpur

India, Mughal Empire. Shah Alam I, Mohur AN2 (AH1121/1709). Dar el-Sarur Burhanpur.

India, Shah Alam I, Mohur

Switzerland, Geneva. Shooting taler 10 Francs 1851. PCGS MS62. 
Beautiful and rare coin, struck on the occasion of the 1851 shooting festival in Geneva. 
Only 1000 pieces were struck using the dies by Antoine Bovy, almost identical to those used for the final Geneva Cantonal issue of 1848. 
Beautiful Uncirculated coin with mirror fields and a Proof like appearance. 

HMZ 2-361b; Richter 571a

Inv: 6000D253N107

Switzerland Geneva Shooting taler 10 Francs 1851 PCGS MS 62 Beautiful rare coin struck occasion 1851 shooting festival Geneva 1000 pieces struck using dies Antoine Bovy almost identical used final Geneva Cantonal issue 1848 Beautiful Uncirculated coin mirror fields Proof like appearance HMZ 2 361 Richter 571 Inv 6000 D 253 N 107

1851

Switzerland Geneva Shooting taler 10 Francs 1851 PCGS MS 62

Switzerland, Geneva. Shooting taler 10 Francs 1851. PCGS MS62

Geneva 10 Francs Shooting Thaler MS62

Extremely rare Russian Imperial silver and crystal carafe by Orest Kurlyukov, Moscow 1908-1917.

The Kurlyukov Firm – A Historical Overview

Orest Fedorovich Kurlyukov (1845–1916) was the founder and proprietor of a renowned silverware manufactory established in Moscow in 1884. The factory specialized in creating high-quality artistic silver items adorned with gemstones, crystal, and decorative glassware. The company flourished in the late 19th and early 20th centuries but ceased operations following the Russian Revolution in 1918.

The firm's golden age was during the 1890s, marked by its close collaborations with the workshops of K. Ruckert and the prestigious House of Fabergé. Initially based on Vorontsovskaya Street, the factory later moved to Kurlyukov’s private residence on Kolpachny Lane. The company’s official retail store was located on Ilyinka Street in the famous Khludov House.

In 1895, Kurlyukov’s products received a medal from the Ministry of Finance in recognition of their “Diligence and Artistry.” The workforce grew from 40 employees in 1901 to 63 by 1914. By 1907, the firm’s annual turnover had reached 100,000 rubles.

Orest Kurlyukov, a second-guild merchant, held several influential positions: head of the Moscow merchants’ estate from 1897, inspector of gold and silver item production (1892–1898), and member of the Moscow Commercial Court.

The Kurlyukov firm was known for its diverse production of silver goods. It produced items in the distinctive Russian Revival style, richly embellished with enamel and icons, as well as luxurious Art Nouveau pieces—highly fashionable in Moscow at the time.

Since the 1830s, decorative arts in Russia had increasingly drawn from historic styles, reviving elements from past eras. This trend was particularly evident in gold and silver craftsmanship, where Rococo motifs and a renewed interest in traditional Russian forms inspired artisans. Techniques such as enameling, niello, and filigree gained popularity during this period, shaping the distinctive aesthetic of the time.

Following Orest Kurlyukov’s death in 1916, his son, Nicholas Orestovich Kurlyukov, briefly continued the business. However, the firm was ultimately shut down after the Revolution.

23 cm high
Hallmarked O.Kurlyukov, kokoshnik mark for Moscow, 84 Zolotnik imperial standard 

Inv: 5998D251N307

Extremely rare Russian Imperial silver crystal carafe Orest Kurlyukov Moscow 1908 1917 Kurlyukov Firm A Historical Overview Orest Fedorovich Kurlyukov 1845 1916 founder proprietor renowned silverware manufactory established Moscow 1884 factory specialized creating high quality artistic silver items adorned gemstones crystal decorative glassware company flourished late 19th early 20th centuries ceased operations following Russian Revolution 1918 firm's golden age 1890 marked close collaborations workshops K Ruckert prestigious House Faberge Initially based Vorontsovskaya Street factory later moved Kurlyukov’s private residence Kolpachny Lane company’s official retail store located Ilyinka Street famous Khludov House 1895 Kurlyukov’s products received medal Ministry Finance recognition Diligence Artistry workforce grew 40 employees 1901 63 1914 1907 firm’s annual turnover reached 100 000 rubles Orest Kurlyukov second guild merchant held several influential positions head Moscow merchants estate 1897 inspector gold silver item production 1892 1898 member Moscow Commercial Court Kurlyukov firm known diverse production silver goods produced items distinctive Russian Revival style richly embellished enamel icons well luxurious Art Nouveau pieces highly fashionable Moscow time Since 1830 decorative arts Russia increasingly drawn historic styles reviving elements past eras trend particularly evident gold silver craftsmanship Rococo motifs renewed interest traditional Russian forms inspired artisans Techniques enameling niello filigree gained popularity period shaping distinctive aesthetic time Following Orest Kurlyukov’s death 1916 son Nicholas Orestovich Kurlyukov briefly continued business However firm ultimately shut Revolution 23 high Hallmarked O Kurlyukov kokoshnik mark Moscow 84 Zolotnik imperial standard Inv 5998 D 251 N 307

Extremely rare Russian Imperial silver crystal carafe Orest Kurlyukov

Extremely rare Russian Imperial silver and crystal carafe by Orest Kurlyukov.

Russia, Kurllyukov carafe

Exceptional Patek Philippe Chronometro Gondolo, circa 1912
Made exclusively for Gondolo & Labouriau Rio de Janeiro
Largest size model, 56 mm, 125.7 grams
Excellent condition, no hairlines on the dial, just a few tiny scratches on the case, mentioned for accuracy.


Exceptional Patek Philippe Chronometro Gondolo circa 1912 Made exclusively Gondolo Labouriau Rio Janeiro Largest size model 56 125 7 grams Excellent condition hairlines dial just tiny scratches case mentioned accuracy

Circa 1912

Exceptional Patek Philippe Chronometro Gondolo 18 K Gold 56

Exceptional Patek Philippe Chronometro Gondolo, 18 K Gold, 56 mm

Patek Philippe Gondolo 

CYPRUS. Salamis. Evagoras I, circa 411-374 BC. Stater (Silver, 22 mm, 11.08 g, 8 h). 𐠁𐠄𐠲𐠍𐠦 ('e-u-wa-ko-ro' in Cypriot syllabic script) Head of Herakles to right, wearing lion skin headdress. Rev. 𐠞𐠪𐠐[𐠃]-𐠩 ('pa-si-le-wo-se' in Cypriot syllabic script) - EY He-goat with long horns and beard recumbent to right on dotted ground line; above, grain of barley; to right, uncertain letter; on the right, countermark: bull standing right in rectangular incuse. BMC 55. Masson & Amandry p. 37, B. Traité II, 1156 and pl. CXXIX, 4. Beautiful old collection toning. Struck on a somewhat irregular flan and with minor weakness on the obverse from countermarking, otherwise, good very fine.


From the collection of Dr. A. Drakul, ex Obolos 4, 21 February 2016, 404 and from a Swiss collection, Numismatica Genevensis 7, 27 November 2012, 251, previously privately acquired from F. Sternberg in 1982.

CYPRUS Salamis Evagoras I circa 411 374 BC Stater Silver 22 11 08 8 𐠁 𐠄 𐠲 𐠍 𐠦 Cypriot syllabic script Head Herakles right wearing lion skin headdress Rev 𐠞 𐠪 𐠐 𐠃 𐠩 Cypriot syllabic script EY goat long horns beard recumbent right dotted ground line grain barley right uncertain letter right countermark bull standing right rectangular incuse BMC 55 Masson Amandry 37 B Traite II 1156 CXXIX 4 Beautiful old collection toning Struck somewhat irregular flan minor weakness obverse countermarking otherwise good fine collection A Drakul Obolos 4 21 February 2016 404 Swiss collection Numismatica Genevensis 7 27 November 2012 251 previously privately acquired F Sternberg 1982

411 374 BC

CYPRUS Salamis Evagoras I circa 411 374 BC Stater

411-374 BC

CYPRUS. Salamis. Evagoras I, circa 411-374 BC. Stater

Cyprus, Salamis, Evagoras I Stater 

Switzerland, Geneva, Ecu Pistolet 1567 G. Gold. Rare 
*GENEVA*CIVITAS*1567*. City arms. Rv. POST:TENEBRAS:LVX: G:. IHS within sun rays. 
AU. 3.31 g 

Fr. 249. 
HMZ 2-293f
Demole 513

Beautiful coin, about Extremely Fine to Almost uncirculated. 

Inv: G2578

Switzerland Geneva Ecu Pistolet 1567 G Gold Rare GENEVA CIVITAS 1567 City arms POST TENEBRAS LVX G IHS within sun rays AU 3 31 249 HMZ 2 293 Demole 513 Beautiful coin Extremely Fine Almost uncirculated Inv G 2578

1567

Switzerland Geneva Ecu Pistolet 1567 G Gold Rare

Switzerland, Geneva, Ecu Pistolet 1567 G. Gold. Rare 

Geneva Ecu Pistolet

St. Morand wine poster by Andre Roland, circa 1955
156.5 x 114.5 cm
Good condition with vivid colours

Morand wine poster Andre Roland circa 1955 156 5 114 5 Good condition vivid colours

1955

Morand wine poster Andre Roland

St. Morand wine poster by Andre Roland

St. Morand poster

Tiffany&Co Collapsible sterling silver travel cup 

Very Rare
103 grams, 7 cm high 

Inv: 5998D251N42

Tiffany Collapsible sterling silver travel cup Rare 103 grams 7 high Inv 5998 D 251 N 42

Tiffany Collapsible sterling silver travel cup

Circa 1900 

Tiffany&Co Collapsible sterling silver travel cup 

Tiffany&Co Collapsible silver cup 

1924 Patek Philippe square platinum, pedigreed to the Maharaja of Kutch, possibly unique?

Manufactured in 1924, according to Mr. Glad of Patek Philippe this watch was sold to the Maharaja of Kutch in Gujarat in 1924 (information given in June 1991 and September 1992)

The watch was entirely serviced by Patek in June 1991, since then it was stored and never worn.

25 x 33 mm 
Original Patek platinum buckle and bracelet.

The Maharajas of Kutch, descendants of the formidable Jadeja dynasty, were renowned for their immense wealth and lavish lifestyles, which stood as testaments to their power and influence in western India. Since the 13th century, these rulers had amassed vast fortunes through trade, taxation, and land ownership, establishing themselves as prominent figures in the region. As the 20th century unfolded, their riches continued to flourish, buoyed by successful ventures in industries such as textiles, shipping, and agriculture. Their palaces, adorned with priceless treasures and remarkable craftsmanship, were symbols of their prosperity and prestige, reflecting the splendor of their reign. Despite the changing times, the Maharajas remained dedicated to upholding their legacy of wealth and grandeur, leaving behind a rich history that continues to captivate and inspire.
Inv:D240061

1924 Patek Philippe square platinum pedigreed Maharaja Kutch possibly unique Manufactured 1924 according Glad Patek Philippe watch sold Maharaja Kutch Gujarat 1924 information given June 1991 September 1992 watch entirely serviced Patek June 1991 since stored never worn 25 33 Original Patek platinum buckle bracelet Maharajas Kutch descendants formidable Jadeja dynasty renowned immense wealth lavish lifestyles stood testaments power influence western India Since 13 century rulers amassed vast fortunes trade taxation land ownership establishing prominent figures region 20th century unfolded riches continued flourish buoyed successful ventures industries textiles shipping agriculture palaces adorned priceless treasures remarkable craftsmanship symbols prosperity prestige reflecting splendor reign Despite changing times Maharajas remained dedicated upholding legacy wealth grandeur leaving behind rich history continues captivate inspire Inv D 240061

1924

Patek Philippe platinum pedigreed Maharaja Kutch possibly unique

Patek Philippe platinum, pedigreed to the Maharaja of Kutch, possibly unique?

Patek Philippe Platinum, Pedigreed to the Maharaja of Kutch 

Gold nugget, native gold. Nice natural nugget.
 Australia?
1,77gr.
13,4x6,6mm

Inv: 5999D252N39

Gold nugget native gold Nice natural nugget Australia 1 77 13 4 6 6 Inv 5999 D 252 N 39

Gold nugget native gold Nice natural nugget 1 77

Gold nugget, native gold. Nice natural nugget 1,77gr.

Natural Gold Nugget 

Switzerland, Geneva, Rare 25 Centimes 1847 Pattern in silver, by Auguste Bovet.
4.82 grams 

Richter Proben 1-476 

Inv: 5998D251N57

Switzerland Geneva Rare 25 Centimes 1847 Pattern silver Auguste Bovet 4 82 grams Richter Proben 1 476 Inv 5998 D 251 N 57

1847

Switzerland Geneva Rare 25 Centimes 1847 Pattern silver Auguste Bovet

Switzerland, Geneva, Rare 25 Centimes 1847 Pattern in silver, by Auguste Bovet 

Geneva 25 Centimes silver pattern

Geneva. Half decime or 5 Centimes beehive (à la ruche)  1794 (year III of Equality).
PCGS MS61
Beehive with two bees. Date below / Value and date in a clock face. Grènetis of 96 points.
2.60 grams
Demole 607; HMZ 2-345a.
Very rare.

This rare coin has never been put into circulation. Most of the coins available on the market are reproductions made by Roumieux in the late 19th century.



Geneva Half decime 5 Centimes beehive ruche 1794 year III Equality PCGS MS 61 Beehive two bees Date Value date clock face Grenetis 96 points 2 60 grams Demole 607 HMZ 2 345 rare rare coin never put circulation coins available market reproductions made Roumieux late 19th century

1794

Geneva Half Decime 5 Centimes beehive ruche 1794 Year III Equality PCGS MS 61

Geneva. Half Decime or 5 Centimes with beehive (à la ruche) 1794 (Year III of Equality).PCGS MS61

Geneva. Half Decime or 5 Centimes with beehive

Julius Caesar and Mark Antony. Denarius, military mint moving with Antony in Cisalpine Gaul, 43 BC.
Rare coin, one of the very few known types with a contemporary portrait of Julius Caesar. 
M•ANTO•IMP•R•P•C Bare head of Mark Antony to right; behind, lituus. Rev. CAESAR DIC Laureate head of Julius Caesar to right; behind, jug. Babelon (Antonia) 6 and (Julia) 55. Crawford 488/2. CRI 123. RBW -. Sydenham 1166. 


3.4 grams 

Inv: 5998D251N320

Julius Caesar Mark Antony Denarius military mint moving Antony Cisalpine Gaul 43 BC Rare coin one known types contemporary portrait Julius Caesar M ANTO IMP R P C Bare head Mark Antony right behind lituus Rev CAESAR DIC Laureate head Julius Caesar right behind jug Babelon Antonia 6 Julia 55 Crawford 488 2 CRI 123 RBW Sydenham 1166 3 4 grams Inv 5998 D 251 N 320

43 BC

Ancient Rome Julius Caesar Mark Antony Denarius

Ancient Rome, Julius Caesar and Mark Antony. Denarius

Julius Caesar Denarius

Germany, Prussia. Wilhelm II, 1888-1918.
Exceptional coin with mirror surfaces. Rare
5 Mark 1902A, Berlin. PCGS PR63.
27,73g. 
Ex SBS 15 (Basel, 27-29 January 1986), lot 386. 

Inv: 6000D253N118

Germany Prussia Wilhelm II 1888 1918 Exceptional coin mirror surfaces Rare 5 Mark 1902 A Berlin PCGS PR 63 27 73 SBS 15 Basel 27 29 January 1986 lot 386 Inv 6000 D 253 N 118

1902

Germany Prussia Wilhelm II 5 Mark 1902 A Berlin PCGS PROOF 63

Germany, Prussia. Wilhelm II, 5 Mark 1902A, Berlin. PCGS PROOF 63

Prussia 5 Mark PROOF 

1795

1 Dollar Flowing Hair 1795 NGC

Flowing hair dollar

5000 Francs Vespasian Specimen Tunisia 1950. 
A very Rare Specimen banknote 5000 Francs Banque de L'Algerie et de la Tunisie 1950.
Roman ruins at left, Roman Emperor Vespasian at right.KM30
Almost uncirculated, Center fold and several pinholes. 
Hand numbered 127. 


Inv: 5998D251N229

5000 Francs Vespasian Specimen Tunisia 1950 A Rare Specimen banknote 5000 Francs Banque L Algerie Tunisie 1950 Roman ruins left Roman Emperor Vespasian right KM 30 Almost uncirculated Center fold several pinholes Hand numbered 127 Inv 5998 D 251 N 229

1950

5000 Francs Vespasian Specimen Tunisia RARE

5000 Francs Vespasian Specimen Tunisia. RARE 

Tunisia Specimen 5000 Francs 

Thailand - Kingdom of Lannatai (Chiang Mai or Nan, 1290-1556) - AR Tamlung or Pack saddle Money, Chiang Mai or Nan, value, and 3 stamps on each arm.

61.18  grams 

Inv: 59985P24173

Thailand Kingdom Lannatai Chiang Mai Nan 1290 1556 AR Tamlung Pack saddle Money Chiang Mai Nan value 3 stamps arm 61 18 grams Inv 59985 P 24173

1290 1556

Thailand Kingdom Lannatai Chiang Mai Nan 1290 1556 AR Tamlung Pack saddle Money

1290-1556

Thailand - Kingdom of Lannatai (Chiang Mai or Nan, 1290-1556) - AR Tamlung or Pack saddle Money

Thailand, Silver Tamlung 

David Wemyss, Lord Elcho: Unique Historical Document Naming Him Captain in Fitzjames’s Cavalry Regiment
This extraordinary parchment is an original document dated 17 May 1753, officially naming David Wemyss, Lord Elcho as a “Capitaine Réformé” (Reformed Captain) in the Fitzjames Horse, a distinguished Irish cavalry regiment in the French army. The Fitzjames regiment, composed largely of exiled Irish and Jacobite soldiers, served under the French crown and was renowned for its valor and loyalty during the 18th century.

The parchment, bearing the signature of Armand, Marquis de Béthune, Marshal of Camps and Armies of the King and General Commander of the French light cavalry, represents a significant piece of Jacobite and European military history. It reflects Elcho's transition from a prominent figure in the failed Jacobite Rising of 1745 to a soldier of fortune serving under Louis XV.

Background on David Wemyss, Lord Elcho

Born in 1721 to James Wemyss, 5th Earl of Wemyss, and Lady Janet Charteris, David Wemyss, Viscount Elcho, was a key supporter of Prince Charles Edward Stuart during the 1745 Jacobite Rising. He fought at the decisive battles of Prestonpans and Culloden before fleeing to France after the Jacobite defeat. Attainted for treason and stripped of his lands and titles, Elcho remained in exile for the rest of his life.

In 1752, Louis XV issued a royal commission appointing Elcho as a captain in the Fitzjames Horse. This regiment was a haven for Jacobite exiles who found purpose in serving the French crown. The position of “Capitaine Réformé” allowed him to maintain the rank of captain while serving in a flexible or auxiliary capacity.

Translation of the Document

The original French text is a royal commission and order of recognition, which has been translated as follows:

Armand, Marquis de Béthune, Marshal of Camps and Armies of the King, and General Commander of the Light Cavalry of France:

In view of the Letters Patent of the King, in the form of a commission, issued at Marly-le-Bois in May 1752, signed Louis, and countersigned D’Argenson, and sealed, by which His Majesty has appointed and established Monsieur David de Wemyss, Viscount Elcho, as Reformed Captain in the Fitzjames Irish Cavalry Regiment, with the rank and authority of Captain in said regiment and within His Majesty’s cavalry troops, to serve, command, and operate under the King’s authority, under Monsieur le Prince de Turenne, Colonel General of the Cavalry, and under ours, in accordance with the orders given:

WE, in virtue of the authority granted to us by His Majesty through our role as General Commander of said Cavalry, hereby ORDER all Brigadiers and other Commanders of the Cavalry to recognize Monsieur de Wemyss, Viscount Elcho in the aforementioned capacity, in accordance with the King’s Letters Patent.

In testimony of which, we have given and signed this attachment, had it countersigned by our ordinary secretary, and sealed it with the seal of our arms, to be valid and effective wherever required.

Done at Paris, this 17th day of May 1753.

Signed: The Marquis de Béthune

Historical Significance

This document not only confirms Elcho’s military rank but also serves as a poignant reminder of his life in exile. Stripped of his Scottish titles and lands, Elcho sought purpose through his military service under the French crown. His role in the Fitzjames Horse underscores the interconnected fates of Jacobite exiles and the French army during the 18th century.

Condition and Presentation

The parchment is well-preserved, with clear signatures, seals, and detailed handwriting. The text reflects both the formality of 18th-century military commissions and the historical weight of Jacobite expatriates serving in Europe. This piece is a remarkable relic for collectors of Jacobite memorabilia or European military history.


Inv: D2500110



David Wemyss Lord Elcho Unique Historical Document Naming Captain Fitzjames’s Cavalry Regiment extraordinary parchment original document dated 17 May 1753 officially naming David Wemyss Lord Elcho Capitaine Reforme Reformed Captain Fitzjames Horse distinguished Irish cavalry regiment French army Fitzjames regiment composed largely exiled Irish Jacobite soldiers served French crown renowned valor loyalty 18th century parchment bearing signature Armand Marquis Bethune Marshal Camps Armies King General Commander French light cavalry represents significant piece Jacobite European military history reflects Elcho's transition prominent figure failed Jacobite Rising 1745 soldier fortune serving Louis XV Background David Wemyss Lord Elcho Born 1721 James Wemyss 5th Earl Wemyss Lady Janet Charteris David Wemyss Viscount Elcho key supporter Prince Charles Edward Stuart 1745 Jacobite Rising fought decisive battles Prestonpans Culloden fleeing France Jacobite defeat Attainted treason stripped lands titles Elcho remained exile rest life 1752 Louis XV issued royal commission appointing Elcho captain Fitzjames Horse regiment haven Jacobite exiles found purpose serving French crown position Capitaine Reforme allowed maintain rank captain serving flexible auxiliary capacity Translation Document original French text royal commission order recognition translated follows Armand Marquis Bethune Marshal Camps Armies King General Commander Light Cavalry France view Letters Patent King form commission issued Marly Bois May 1752 signed Louis countersigned D Argenson sealed Majesty appointed established Monsieur David Wemyss Viscount Elcho Reformed Captain Fitzjames Irish Cavalry Regiment rank authority Captain said regiment within Majesty’s cavalry troops serve command operate King’s authority Monsieur Prince Turenne Colonel General Cavalry ours accordance orders given WE virtue authority granted Majesty role General Commander said Cavalry hereby ORDER Brigadiers Commanders Cavalry recognize Monsieur Wemyss Viscount Elcho aforementioned capacity accordance King’s Letters Patent testimony given signed attachment countersigned ordinary secretary sealed seal arms valid effective wherever required Done Paris 17th day May 1753 Signed Marquis Bethune Historical Significance document confirms Elcho’s military rank also serves poignant reminder life exile Stripped Scottish titles lands Elcho sought purpose military service French crown role Fitzjames Horse underscores interconnected fates Jacobite exiles French army 18th century Condition Presentation parchment well preserved clear signatures seals detailed handwriting text reflects formality 18th century military commissions historical weight Jacobite expatriates serving Europe piece remarkable relic collectors Jacobite memorabilia European military history Inv D 2500110

1753

David Wemyss Lord Elcho Unique Historical Document Naming Captain Fitzjames’s Cavalry Regiment

David Wemyss, Lord Elcho: Unique Historical Document Naming Him Captain in Fitzjames’s Cavalry Regiment

David Wemyss, Lord Elcho parchment 

Roman Empire, Agrippina Sestertius, struck  by Caligula 37-41. 
27,19g. 
Ex Auctiones 16 (Basel, October 1986), lot 388 

6000D25003110

Roman Empire Agrippina Sestertius struck Caligula 37 41 27 19 Auctiones 16 Basel October 1986 lot 388 6000 D 25003110

37 41

Roman Empire Agrippina Sestertius struck Caligula 37 41 Auctiones 16 1986

37-41

Roman Empire, Agrippina Sestertius, struck  by Caligula 37-41. Ex Auctiones 16 1986

Roman Empire, Agrippina Sestertius

VIETNAM - Order of KIM KHANH, 1923
Obverse : Cartouche bearing 6 characters surrounded by dragons.
Reverse : Cartouche bearing 4 characters surrounded by dragons.
Decoration of merit of the Order of KIM KHANH of Vietnam (2nd degree) created by Emperor THANH THAI (1889-1907). It consists of two plates of finely soldered gold in the shape of a ritual gong and decorated with two confronting dragons, clouds, flowers, and flaming pearls. In the center, ideogram characters: 'Nht Hng Kim Khánh'. 
With the original award document and original trimming, which is extremely rare. 
14.45 grams 
74mm  wide(gold part) x 64 mm long with the beads.

VIETNAM Order KIM KHANH 1923 Obverse Cartouche bearing 6 characters surrounded dragons Reverse Cartouche bearing 4 characters surrounded dragons Decoration merit Order KIM KHANH Vietnam 2nd degree created Emperor THANH THAI 1889 1907 consists two plates finely soldered gold shape ritual gong decorated two confronting dragons clouds flowers flaming pearls center ideogram characters Nht Hng Kim Khanh original award document original trimming extremely rare 14 45 grams 74 wide gold part 64 long beads

1923

VIETNAM Order KIM KHANH Gold

VIETNAM -  Order of KIM KHANH in Gold

Vietnam - Order of KIM KHANH in Gold

Chaise Longue LC4 le Corbusier by Cassina, 2014 model linen and leather

Ecru linen, dark brown leather and matte black base.

A fine example of this iconic chaise longue.

In excellent, almost unused condition.

Length 163cm
Height 69cm
Width 56cm

Please note: a tiny stain (lightening) on the linen (see photo).


Chaise Longue LC 4 Corbusier Cassina 2014 model linen leather Ecru linen dark brown leather matte black base A fine example iconic chaise longue excellent almost unused condition Length 163 Height 69 Width 56 Please note tiny stain lightening linen see photo

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