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September 2005 Medal NewsletterAUCTION NEWS
With H.M.S. Broadsword, the Coventry was protecting troop ships landing men and supplies when they were attacked by Argentinian Skyhawks. Pollard successfully locked onto two of the leading aircraft and brought them both down. The remaining aircraft flew off. Later the Coventry was again attacked, and sunk with the loss of 19 killed and 25 injured of her crew of 280. The general consensus at the convention was that with an estimate of £3,000 the group was very tempting indeed.
Among the collections that have been consigned are a small collection of Queen's South Africa Medals 1899-1902 with some scarce clasps and rare and interesting clasp combinations; a small clutch of naval campaign medal groups; and a run of Police Medals, which includes some King's Police Medals. For further information, contact Richard Bishop on 020 7563 4053, Mark Quayle on 020 7563 4064, or our consultant John Hayward on 020 7563 4049.
Spink Host London Branch Meetings of the Orders and Medals Research SocietySpink will continue to host meetings of the London Branch of the Orders & Medals Research Society. At the meeting on 13 September members heard a most interesting and illuminating talk by Nigel Haines, Publicity Supervisor at the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. The next meeting will be on Tuesday, 8 November. As usual there will be the opportunity to talk about and handle medals in a relaxed environment. All members of the OMRS are welcome to join. It is important to arrive between 5.30-6.00pm as it will not be possible to gain access to the building once the premises are locked at the close of business.Enquiries about the Branch and its activities should be addressed to: Bob Barltrop (01582 715472) or Stan Bates (01226 790723/email stanbates@aol.com).
New Reference Work for Medal CollectorsThe Spink Book Department will be pleased to assist you with any enquiries about their stock of books on orders, medals and decorations, a selection of which is available online. if you prefer to contact them directly with your enquiry, you can do so on +44 (0)20 7563 4056, or by email.Below are details of a recently privately published work of reference that will interest collectors: A MANUAL FOR THE WEARING OF ORDERS, DECORATIONS AND MEDALS
This updated new Manual continues the fine tradition of its predecessors and presents a wealth of detailed but clear information on the often complex matter of the wearing of orders, decorations and medals. Previous editions of this publication have been of great help to those required to wear awards on formal occasions as well as to collectors. Due to a number of changes in the British awards system since the last edition, this updated Manual has been eagerly awaited. Compiled by Andrew Hanham, who has a great deal of knowledge of this subject, the new edition will maintain the volume's status as a pre-eminent work of reference.
This title has been produced to mark the 50th anniversary of the commencement
of that troubled period known as the Cyprus Emergency 1955-60. The book
takes the form of a daily newspaper which allows the reader to experience
events as unfolding news stories. Editorial comment provides a fuller
context and the background information necessary for the complete comprehension
of this conflict. As the sovereign power, Britain's response was to conduct
an anti-terrorist operation. This involved troops from all the British
armed services - Army, Royal Navy, Royal Marines and Royal Air Force -
as well as the British Police Force. These operations in Cyprus were especially
dependent upon young national servicemen.
Prices RealisedClick here to view the prices realised for the 21 July auction.
CataloguesTo take out an annual subscription for our auction catalogues, or to purchase catalogues individually, please contact us on 020 7563 4000, or email catalogues@spink.com. A breakdown of charges is provided here.Buying Medals on the Spink WebsiteFor those who have expressed an interest in receiving updates by email from Spink, we can contact you when new items are added to our online stocklists, usually every two to three weeks. If you are unsure whether we hold an email address for you, please email your details to enquiry@spink.com, stating that you wish to receive medal stock updates from Spink.Please note that items cannot be reserved and will remain on the site available for purchase until a firm sale has been completed. Auction ServiceFor those who prefer to engage an agent to bid on their behalf at the major auctions in London of Orders, Decorations and Medals, Spink now offer this as a free service. A representative from the Medal Department attends all major auctions and will be pleased to act on your behalf. The procedure for retaining Spink in this capacity is very straightforward, just contact John Hayward on 020 7563 4049Selling Medals at SpinkAlthough sale at auction of orders, medals and decorations is very successful, some clients still lean towards sale by private treaty. We at Spink are most interested in the straight purchase of both collections and individual items and will be pleased to discuss such arrangements.
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are currently in the midst of cataloguing our 24 November auction. Some
highlights were on view at the OMRS convention and the item that attracted
most attention was the Falklands M.I.D. Group of Three to Lieutenant (later
Lieutenant Commander R.N.R.) C.J. Pollard, Royal Navy. Lieutenant Pollard
served as Missile and Gun Direction Officer in H.M.S. Coventry, a type
42 Destroyer during the Falklands Campaign. 