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Siebe Gorman & Co. Ltd. - Antique Scuba Diving Equipment - Early 20th Century
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Lot specifications
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- 1
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- Brand
- Siebe Gorman & Co. Ltd.
- Color
- Brown
- Weight
- 175kg
Description
Authentic and complete Siebe, Gorman & Co. scuba diving equipment – early 20th century.
Up for auction is a remarkable, completely original and complete set of classic scuba diving equipment, manufactured by Siebe, Gorman & Co. Ltd. of London.
This set represents an important piece of industrial and maritime history and is in a beautiful, unrestored condition.
Lot contents:
1. Siebe, Gorman & Co. diving helmet (12-bolt)
• Classic copper and brass diving helmet
• Authentic patina from years of use
• Features three ports with original metal grilles
• Original oval brass plate with inscription: "SIEBE, GORMAN & CO. LTD. SUBMARINE ENGINEERS, LONDON"
• Serial number: 17506 + 17531 (smashed on front window frame)
• Breastplate marked "PATENT" and "FRONT"
• Bolts and wing nuts appear complete
2. Manual air pump (in wooden box)
• Original twin-cylinder air pump
• Robust mahogany box with brass fittings
• Chest in very good condition with carrying handles and lock (key missing)
• Deep wood color with minimal signs of wear
• Two cast iron flywheels with wooden handles
• Marked "GORMAN & CO. LTD". Serial Number: 8841
• Control panel with two original pressure gauges
• Pressure gauge up to 100 psi/foot of salt water
• Marked with "Bourdon Pressure Gauge" and "Siebe, Gorman & Co. Ltd., London"
• Two original copper connections for air hoses
Condition and authenticity:
• Complete and original
• Not polished or restored
• Original patina retained
• Woodwork rich and unblemished
• Markings and serial numbers sharp and legible
• Exceptional find in this condition
Remarks
• Shipping within Europe possible in consultation with the seller, at the expense of the buyer.
Additional details
The collection of the purchased goods is done as follows:
After receiving your payment, the seller will contact you to make a pick-up appointment. You will then receive the exact address.
The city and province where the plots are located is indicated with the plot.
The minimum age for visiting the collection days is 18 years. Visitors must be able to identify themselves.
There is no right of withdrawal. See the Auction Terms and Conditions for more information.
No viewing day will be organized for this auction.
For each lot, an administration fee of € 100 will be charged.
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