Family-run auction house Tower Auctions is hosting an exciting auction from 4 to 5 March. The diverse sale will excite every collector, from jewellery enthusiasts to Fine Art aficionados. The sale includes significant amounts of jewellery, watches and Fine Art along with war memorabilia, collectable china, unique homeware, coins and vintage toys. With objects like antique lava lamps and rare model locomotives, the catalogue is rich with surprises and delights. Read on to discover some of the highlights from the sale.
This Crestworth Lava Lamp is one of the sale stand-outs. The lamp’s unique glass shape was skilfully hand-blown by experts in the field. Dating from 1963, researchers have discovered that this lava lamp is one of few the pre-patent models that still exists today. Incredibly, the rare piece is in full working order and is ready to light up your home. Such a unique piece is certain to be a firm favourite amongst collectors.
The auction includes a large selection of quality gold and silver jewellery, with estimates suited for every budget. One of the highlights is this gold half sovereign. Mounted in 9 carat gold, the beautiful piece is surrounded by diamonds and pink topaz stones. Dating from 2008, it would be a fine addition to any collection.
Another lovely piece of jewellery in the sale is this stunning half-infinity gold ring. Set with five diamonds, this fine piece will put a sparkle in your eye. This gemstone ring is 18 carat gold, and the five diamonds are between ¼ and 1/8 carats each.
Collectors of model trains should keep a careful eye on the sale. The auction will include a vast selection of both ‘N’ and ‘O’ gauge railway, including layouts and villages with boxed locomotives, carriages and operating equipment. One of the highlights is this large table top train layout of the Yorkshire Dales Railway. Complete with a ‘N’ gauge Arriva locomotive and a Grafar 1431 carriage, the scene is truly spectacular. The richly detailed layout includes roads, houses, model cars and even fully operational street lights.