Bigwood: Toys & Pastimes

Last Updated on Monday, 11 October 2010 03:22 Written by a2e Monday, 11 October 2010 03:22

Toys And; Pastimes
Oct 15, 2010, 11:00 AM GMT
Bigwood: Stratford upon Avon, UK
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Edward Prince of Wales Tie Pin for Lichfield Auction

Last Updated on Sunday, 19 September 2010 04:00 Written by a2e Sunday, 19 September 2010 04:00

An exquisite tie pin gifted by Edward Prince of Wales, (1894-1972) (Later King Edward VIII) to a chauffeur in 1923 is to appear at auction on 30th September.

Discovered on a valuation day in Lichfield, the 15ct gold pin is surmounted with an enamelled ‘E’ and plumes contained in the original case with letter from St James’ Palace expressing the Prince’s gratitude.

In 1923 Prince Edward visited the midlands on a tour. A local policeman ‘R’ 47 William Jones was given the prestigious and responsible task of chauffeuring the future King back from Stratford Upon Avon on the last day of his visit to Birmingham. Photographs are included showing Mr Jones seated in the driving seat of a suitably grand motor car outside Shakespeare’s birthplace. Prince Edward can be seen descending the steps towards the awaiting car.

Prince Edward later became famous for his notorious relationship with American divorcee Wallis Simpson. In 1936 he abdicated to be with the woman he loved.

The Royal gift will appear as Lot 261 in Richard Winterton’s Fine Art & Collectors Auction on 30th September at The Lichfield Auction Centre. Contact the auctioneers for further information on 01543 251081. Free valuation days are held in Lichfield on Tuesdays from 10am to 4pm.

www.richardwinterton.co.uk

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Steven B Bruce Auctioneers Ltd.: Fine Art & Collective

Last Updated on Friday, 17 September 2010 05:20 Written by a2e Friday, 17 September 2010 05:20

Fine Art And; Collective
Sep 25, 2010, 10:30 AM GMT
Steven B Bruce Auctioneers Ltd.: Stratford upon Avon, UK
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Steven B Bruce Auctioneers Ltd.: Fine Art & Collective Auction

Last Updated on Tuesday, 6 April 2010 05:20 Written by a2e Tuesday, 6 April 2010 05:20

Fine Art And; Collective Auction
Apr 10, 2010, 10:30 AM GMT
Steven B Bruce Auctioneers Ltd.: Stratford upon Avon, UK
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Bigwood: Wines & Spirits

Last Updated on Monday, 1 March 2010 10:15 Written by a2e Monday, 1 March 2010 10:15

Wines And; Spirits
Mar 4, 2010, 6:00 PM GMT
Bigwood: Stratford upon Avon, UK
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Steven B Bruce Auctioneers Ltd.: Antiques & Collectables

Last Updated on Monday, 8 February 2010 01:00 Written by a2e Monday, 8 February 2010 01:00

Antiques And; Collectables
Feb 13, 2010, 10:30 AM GMT
Steven B Bruce Auctioneers Ltd.: Stratford upon Avon, UK
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Bigwood: 20th Century & Later Furniture & Effects

Last Updated on Friday, 15 January 2010 02:00 Written by a2e Friday, 15 January 2010 02:00

20th Century And; Later Furniture And; Effects
Jan 15, 2010, 11:00 AM GMT
Bigwood: Stratford upon Avon, UK
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