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Marking Milestones
Gifts with special resonance to salute a centenary, a birth year or anniversary: first edition books, collectible timepieces and rare vintages.
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- 1949
- 1958
- 1974
- 1977
- 1982
- 1997
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JAMES JOYCE, ULYSSESParis: 1922. First Edition.
One of 100 on Dutch handmade paper. An incredible rarity, being offered on the centenary of its landmark publication — arguably the most significant title in all of Modernist literature.
Estimate $150,000–250,000
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F. SCOTT FITZGERALD, THE GREAT GATSBYNew York: Scribner’s, 1925.
“So we beat on, boats against the current, borne back ceaselessly into the past…” — a marvelous copy of one of the greatest of American novels.
Estimate $60,000–80,000
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THE MACALLAN MILLENNIUM DECANTER 50 YEAR OLD 43.0 ABV 1949An exquisite bottle of whisky, released by Macallan to commemorate the turn of the millennium. Among the most desirable and sought after whiskies on the market, this represents the most luxurious of Macallan, not only in presentation and quality, but also in rarity and age.
Estimate $26,000–35,000
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ROLEXReference 6542 GMT-Master.
A stainless steel dual time wristwatch with bakelite bezel, 1958.
Estimate $75,000–150,000
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THE BALVENIE SINGLE CASK1974 #17893 47.8 ABV
A 1974-vintage Balvenie released as part of their Vintage Cask series. Matured for 33 years in cask 17893, this was one of 186 bottled on June 1 2007.
Estimate $2,500–3,500
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ROLEXReference 5514 Comex Submariner.
A stainless-steel automatic wristwatch with bracelet, 1977.
Estimate $100,000–200,000
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1982 LAFLEUR (2 BOTTLES)A unicorn wine from a vintage as legendary as its producer - miniscule in production and the perfect gift for the discerning collector.
Estimate $6,000–$8,000
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ROLEXReference 16520 ‘Zenith’ Daytona.
A stainless steel automatic chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, 1997.
Estimate $20,000–30,000
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J. K. ROWLING, HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER’S STONENew York: Scholastic, 1998.
First US edition, inscribed by Rowling — a charming presentation copy of a modern classic.
Estimate $5,000–7,000
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In celebration of its fiftieth anniversary, Porsche Design presents two extraordinary design icons. An exceptionally restored Porsche 911 S 2.4 Targa, dating from 1972, and a unique Chronograph 1 – 911 S 2.4 Targa based on the legendary Porsche Design Chronograph I, also dating from the year in which Porsche Design was founded.
The two design classics not only pay homage to the close collaboration between the brands Porsche Design and the sports car manufacturer Porsche, but are also intrinsically linked by their shared heritage with Professor Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, the founder of Porsche Design and designer of the legendary Porsche 911.
Triumphs of Human Endeavour
Priceless treasures encapsulate some of the most momentous events in the making of the modern world.
Celebrated stuntman Stan Barrett forged a deep friendship with legendary actor, Paul Newman, with their shared love of cars, speed and adventure. The two Hollywood heroes were also passionate about smaller mechanical marvels.
On 17 December 1979, Barrett made racing history, breaking the sound barrier on land. Clocking 739.66 MPH in his Budweiser Rocket Car, he sported two Rolex watches worn for luck – gifts from his friend, Paul Newman.
ROLEX, Reference 1675 GMT-Master ‘Pepsi’, a stainless steel automatic dual time wristwatch with bracelet, circa 1977. Estimate $50,000–100,000.
ROLEX, Reference 1675 GMT-Master, a yellow gold automatic dual time wristwatch with bracelet, circa 1979. Estimate $50,000–100,000.
IMPORTANT WATCHES , 9 DECEMBER
“Inextricably linked to a feat of human exploration, these watches represent a slice of American history itself.”
More than just the basis of evolutionary biology, On the Origin of Species reshaped scientific thought and is one of the most influential texts ever published. This extract was chosen by Darwin as his definitive statement—it represents the passage he most closely associated with himself and his legacy.
HERMAN MELVILLE, Moby-Dick; or, the Whale. New York: Harper & Brothers, 1851. First American edition. Estimate $20,000–30,000.
AGE OF WONDER , 25 NOVEMBER–9 DECEMBER
“Moby-Dick stands as one of the giants of 19th Century literature. Ishmael’s voice serves as the embodiment of human endurance, and the desire to discover all that lies beyond the horizon.”
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