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Bennett, Douglas. Irish Georgian Silver
Cassell, London, 1972. Fine copy in decorative dust jack-
et. First edition. Large 4to. p.p.369. Profusely illustrated.
Essential reference book for collectors of Irish silver, still
regarded as the definitive work on the subject. Formerly
the property of Wilfred A Seaby, Curator, Ulster Museum.
Includes loosely inserted letter from Douglas Bennett
to Seaby with a query regarding one of the illustrations.
Scarce.
Estimate €300-€400 £220-£290
36
Talisman or Charm
A silver charm, possibly late 18th or early 19th century,
naively engraved to the obverse with a star of David
incorporating various arcane symbols and enclosing
the engraved names of St Michael, St Raphael, St James
and St Julian and FEAR NOTHING - MARY BEHOLD - THE
SERVANT - OF THE LORD”, and to the reverse with the
ancient riddle, “SATOR - AREPO - TENET - OPERA - ROTAS”
surrounded by “MEPHENAIJ PHATON”. A strange object.”
1_in. (3.81cm)
Estimate €100-€200 £70-£150
37
17th century German wheel lock hunting piece
The steel wheel lock cover and chased springs on
ivory-inlaid walnut stock with bone covered butt-box
and ramrod with bone cap. The barrel later. The steel key
with adjustable powder gauge.
41in. (104.14cm)
Estimate €1,200-€1,500 £880-£1100
38
18th Century: Flintlock Pistol
15 inches with 10 inch barrel, no maker’s name or other
markings discernible
Estimate €100-€150 £70-£110