A few examples of appraisal values for
A 1956

• A WILLIAM SPRATLING "LENGUAS"
  A WILLIAM SPRATLING "LENGUAS" STERLING SILVER AND VERMEIL NECKLACEA William Spratling "Lenguas" sterling silver and vermeil necklaceWilliam Spratling (1900-1967)Circa 1956-1962; Third Design Period; Taxco, MexicoStamped for William Spratling; further stamp
• AN ELIZABETHAN SILVER RATTAIL
  AN ELIZABETHAN SILVER RATTAIL FLATWARE SERVICE FOR TWELVE, MARK OF TIFFANY & CO. London (circa 1956-1977), (133) pieces total to include: (12) dinner knives (10 1/8 in.), (12) luncheon knives (8 3/4 in.), (12) dinner forks (7 5/8 in.), (12) luncheon forks (7 in.), (12) salad forks (6 3/4 in.), (24) teaspoons (6 in.), (12) round bowl soup spoons, (8) iced tea spoons, (4) fruit spoons, an oval bowl soup spoon, (12) flat handle butter spreaders, (4) demitasse spoons, a cold meat fork, a pierced cold meat fork, (2) tablespoons, a large serving spoon (9 3/4 in.), a sugar spoon, a master butter knife, and a cheese knife; all with "B" monogram to underside of handle, presented in a fitted wood box.
• A GROUP OF MIGUEL MARTINEZ STERLING
  A GROUP OF MIGUEL MARTINEZ STERLING SILVER HAIR PINSA group of Miguel Martinez sterling silver hair pins, Miguel Garcia Martinez (20th century) Circa 1956; Taxco, Mexico Four stamped: Miguel / Mexico / 925; two further stamped: Sterling; two appear unmarked A selection of sterling silver hair pins with dangles of various designs and sizes including filigree dangles, bells, and small silver charms, 6 pieces Largest: 7" H [extended]; Smallest: 3.5" H 51.1 grams Provenance: The Collection of Frederick W. Davis Private Collection, Southern California, by descent from the above
• PABLO PICASSO (SPANISH,
  PABLO PICASSO (SPANISH, 1881-1973) "TRAMPOLINE" Madoura Porcelain Plate. Three figures on trampoline circa 1956. Convex wall plaque. O. P. white earthenware clay, engraving accentuated with oxidized paraffin glaze bath, Ivory brown. 500 copies produced. From a Greenwich CT estate. Dimensions: 7.5" x 7.5" Condition: Good.
• PABLO PICASSO (SPANISH,
  PABLO PICASSO (SPANISH, 1881-1973) "TRAMPOLINE" Madoura Porcelain Plate. Three figures on trampoline circa 1956. Convex wall plaque. O. P. white earthenware clay, engraving accentuated with oxidized paraffin glaze bath, Ivory brown. 500 copies produced and from a Greenwich CT estate. Dimensions: 18.5cm (7.5" x 7.5") Condition: Old repair on edge.
• 9PC UNITED STATES SILVER PROOF SETS
  9PC UNITED STATES SILVER PROOF SETS United States,1956-1964Includes a 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, and 1964 proofs sets comprised of a half dollar, quarter, dime, nickel, and penny per set.
• A TIFFANY & CO. STERLING SILVER
  A TIFFANY & CO. STERLING SILVER COVERED BOWLA Tiffany & Co. sterling silver covered bowl, Circa 1956-1965, directorship of William T. Lusk Marked: Tiffany & Co. / Makers / Sterling Silver / 23923 / L / 1 The lidded, footed bowl with strawberry finial to lid 4" H x 4.875" Dia. Dimensions: 13.3 oz. troy approximately
• VICTOR J. HARLES OIL ON
  VICTOR J. HARLES OIL ON CANVASVICTOR J. HARLES (California, 1894-1975) oil on canvas, "Morning," Impressionist landscape with trees and river. Signed lower left, circa 1956, 18" x 14" (image), 23.25" x 19.25" (frame).
• DUNGEONS AND DRAGON METAL
  DUNGEONS AND DRAGON METAL MINIATURES BY GRENADIERGrenadier Models (USA/UK 1985-1996) Dragon Lords line Dragon of the Month Series. 4 Dragon miniatures in boxes. John Dennett (Pennsylvania 1956-) sculptor and Raymond Rubin (United States) box design for Red Dragon 2502. Box has rubbing around all edges. Dragon unassembled and painted. John Dennett box design and sculptor for Brass Dragon 2504. Box in poor condition dragon needs to be assembled. John Dennett sculptor and Raymond Rubin box design for Platinum Dragon 2512. Andrew Chernak (Pennsylvania 1950-) and Raymond Rubin box design for Spectral Dragon 2512. Box has rubbing to all edges. Dragon assembled except for tail. Missing gem. Dragon Lords line Dragon of the Month Series II. 9 Dragon miniatures in boxes. All done by Chernak, Dennett and Rubin. Shire Dragon 2517. Box rubbed all the way around. Dragon assembled except for one wing. Wyvern Dragon 2520. Box in poor condition with rubbing and seems split. Dragon needs some assembly. Garian Dragon 2524. Missing one fighter miniature. Dragon needs assembly. Box worn on all edges. Sea Dragon 2513. Missing two figures. Box in poor condition with tape, sides split and rubbing all around. Chaos Dragon and Dwarves. Missing dwarves. Box rubbed an all edges and is split. Dragon needs one wing assembled. Strom Dragon 2523. Missing inset foam and female wizard. Box has rubbing on all sides. Dragon needs wings assembled. Shire Dragon 2517. Box has some rubbing on edges. Dragon needs one wing assembled. Dragonlisk 2514. Missing insert foam and two paladin miniatures. Box in poor condition with sides split. Frost Dragon 2519. Missing dwarf with ax. Some rubbing to edges of box.
• LORD OF THE RINGS MINIATURES BY
  LORD OF THE RINGS MINIATURES BY GRENADIERAndrew Chernak (Pennsylvania 1950-) John Dennett (Pennsylvania 1956-) for Grenadier Models (USA/UK 1985-1996). 3 boxes of metal miniatures licensed from the Tolkien Estate. Fellowship of the Ring 7501 complete with unpainted miniatures, foam insert and paperwork. Some staining to box on top. Small dents and rips to top of box. Sauron's Dark Ones 7502 complete with unpainted miniatures, foam insert and paperwork. Some staining to box on top. Small dents and rips to top of box. Shelob's Lair 7503 complete with unpainted miniatures, foam insert and paperwork. Some staining to box on top. Small dents and rips to top of box.
• 14 TSR DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS
  14 TSR DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS ADVENTURES ACCESSORIESTSR (Lake Geneva WI 1973-1997) Dungeons and Dragons. C1 The Hidden Shrine of Tamoachan by Harold Johnson (Illinois 20th Century) and Jeff R. Leason (United States 20th Century). The Book of Marvelous Magic by Frank Mentzer (Pennsylvania 1950-) and Gary Gygax (Chicago 1938-2008) . H1 Bloodstone Pass by Douglas Niles (Wisconsin 1954-) and Michael Dobson (North Carolina 1952-). H2 The Mines of Bloodstone by Michael Dobson and Douglas Niles. H3 The Bloodstone Wars by Michael Dobson and Douglas Niles with Ed Greenwood (Canada 1959-). UK2 The Sentinel by Graeme Morris (United Kingdom 20th Century). T1-4 The Temple of Elemental Evil by Gary Gygax with Frank Mentzer. Lankhmar Swords of the Undercity. 9162 Lankhmar City of Adventure. I10 Ravenloft II: The House on Gryphon Hill by Tracy Hickman (Utah 1955-) and Laura Hickman (California 1956-). RS1 Red Sonja Unconquered. LNR1 Wonders of Lankhmar by Dale "Slade" Henson (United States 1963-). LNR2 Tales of Lankhmar by Anthony Pryor (California 20th Century). Thieves of Lankhmar by Nigel Findley (Venezuela 1959-1995).
• DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS MODULES AND
  DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS MODULES AND ACCESSORIESTom Moldvay writer (United States 1948-2007) and Erol Otus cover art (United States 20th Century) X2 Castle Amber 1981 by TSR. David “Zeb” Cook writer (East Lansing MI 1934-) and Timothy Truman cover art (West Virginia 1956-). X5 Temple of Death 1981 by TSR. Gary Gygax writer (Illinois 1938-2008) Erol Otus cover art. D3 Vault of the Drow 1978 by TSR (This is the blue cover 1980 printing). Gary Gygax writer and Jeff Dee cover art (United States 20th Century). S1 Tomb of Horror 1981 by TSR (This is a later printing with green cover). Gary Gygax writer and Erol Otus cover art S3 Expedition to the Barrier Peaks 1981 later edition. Gary Gygax writer and Erol Otus cover art S4 The Lost Caverns of Tsojcanth 1982 by TSR. Gary Gygax writer and Mark Nelson cover art (United States 1953-) WG4 The Forgotten Temple of Tharizdun 1982 by TSR. Ed Greenwood writer (Canada 1959-) and Gerald Brom cover art (Georgia 1965-). FR11 Dwarves Deep 1990 for TSR. Ed Greenwood writer and Keith Parkinson cover art (California 1958-2005) FR1 Waterdeep and the North 1987 for TSR (missing map). Boxed game accessory City System 1988 by TSR with cover art by Larry Elmore (Kentucky 1948-). Complete with book and maps. Garry Spiegle writer (Alabama 1945-2018) AC 3 The Kidnapping of Princess Arelina.
• GEORGE NELSON / HERMAN MILLER
  GEORGE NELSON / HERMAN MILLER WORK TABLE, EXECUTIVE OFFICE GROUP (CA. 1956-1964)A Herman Miller work table, chromed steel and white laminate, designed by George Nelson as part of the Executive Office Group. Manufactured circa 1956-1964. Metal manufacturer's disc to the underside. Measures 26" x 54" x 30". Condition Some chips and losses to the white laminate edges. Minor scratching to the top surface from use.
• A GIO PONTI AND PAOLO DE POLI
  A GIO PONTI AND PAOLO DE POLI UCCELLO (BIRD) A Gio Ponti and Paolo De Poli Uccello (Bird), Italy, circa 1956, executed in fire-enameled copper, incised signature to interior, "De Poli," 5"h x 5"w
• CHARLES AND RAY EAMES, 670 AND
  CHARLES AND RAY EAMES, 670 AND 671 LOUNGE CHAIR AND OTTOMAN Charles and Ray Eames 670 and 671 lounge chair and ottoman Herman Miller, circa 1956-1959, rosewood and black leather, 32"h Time: March 2022 Place: CLARS AUCTION GALLERY, Oakland, CA, USA Sold for: $2,750.00 Imported successfully Replaced successfully Error: unknown error
• PRINT, MILTON GREENE Milton
  PRINT, MILTON GREENE Milton Greene (American, 1922-1985), "Reclining (Marilyn Monroe)," 1973 (original photograph series circa 1956), photo-silkscreen, pencil signed lower right, edition 39/300, printed at Samper Silkscreen Studios, Los Angeles, CA under supervision of Lawrence Schiller, published by Circle Gallery, Chicago, Il, sight: 29"h x 41"w, overall (with frame): 38.5"h x 39.5"w.
• George Nakashima. New chairs, set
  George Nakashima. New chairs, set of six. 1954-57, American black walnut, hickory. 36 h × 18½ w × 20½ d in. result: $15,000. estimate: $9,000–12,000. Signed and dated to underside of one example ‘George Nakashima 1956’. Sold with copies of the original order card for two chairs and receipt for four chairs. Provenance: Estate of Bette and Charles Krieger, Radnor, PA | Private Collection
• CA 1956 CUSTOM MINK COAT AND HAT:
  CA 1956 CUSTOM MINK COAT AND HAT: Larger size full length mink coat. Full body swing style with collar and lapel. Measures approx. 45\'\' l. overall 20\'\'shoulder to shoulder and 21\'\' shoulder to cuff. Consigned by the original owner commissioned and purchased in London.CONDITION: Cuffs need retacked.
• WEDGWOOD PALE BLUE JASPERWARE,
  WEDGWOOD PALE BLUE JASPERWARE, LIBERTY BELL MEDALLION P...Pale blue Jasperware medallion plaque decorated with Liberty Bell WIS 1956-2005 in white relief. To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Wedgwood International Seminar in Philadelphia 1956-2005. Impressed Wedgwood backstamp. #wedgwood #jasperware #libertybell Issued: 2005 Dimensions: 2.4" dia. Manufacturer: Wedgwood Country of Origin: England Condition: Good.
• ROYAL WORCESTER PORCELAIN
  ROYAL WORCESTER PORCELAIN SCULPTURE, SQUIRRELFISHStunning sculpture depicting a large red fish swimming among corals. Resting atop a wooden base. Royal Worcester backstamp. Certificate of Authenticity included. This item has a base included. Artist: Ronald van Ruyckevelt Issued: Circa 1956-1957 Dimensions: 5.5" L x 6.5" W x 10.25" H Edition Number: 169 of 500 Manufacturer: Royal Worcester Country of Origin: England Condition: Age related wear.
• ROYAL WORCESTER PORCELAIN
  ROYAL WORCESTER PORCELAIN SCULPTURE, BLUE ANGEL FISHStunning sculpture depicting a large blue fish swimming among corals. Resting atop a wooden base. Royal Worcester backstamp. Certificate of Authenticity included. This item has a base included. Artist: Ronald van Ruyckevelt Issued: Circa 1956-1957 Dimensions: 5" L x 6.25" W x 12.25" H Edition Number: 186 of 500 Manufacturer: Royal Worcester Country of Origin: England Condition: Age related wear.
• COLLECTION OF 26 US COIN PROOF SETS
  COLLECTION OF 26 US COIN PROOF SETS & MORECollection of U. S. coin Proof Sets in the original packaging and uncirculated condition. Dates include 1956 - 1965, 1966 and 1967 "Special Mint Sets", three (3) 1968 sets, three (3) 1969 sets, three (3) 1970 sets, three (3) 1971 and 1972 - 1973. Also included with this lot is a 1971 Eisenhower Uncirculated Silver Dollar set, 1951 British Silver 5 Shilling Coin, Mexican 1959 5 Pesos coin, 1935 - 1960 Danish 5 Kroner commemorative coin, and a 1956 silver Mexican 5 Pesos coin. Condition: All U. S. Currency in original packaging. Mint, uncirculated condition. World coins in used/circulated condition.
• ANTONIO MISAEL (20TH CENTURY) A
  ANTONIO MISAEL (20TH CENTURY) A PAINTING, "PAPANOA, GUE...ANTONIO MISAEL (20th Century) A PAINTING, "Papanoa, Guerrero, Mexico," CIRCA 1956, oil on masonite, verso inscribed. 9 3/4" x 11 3/4" Provenance: Property from a South Texas Collector. Condition: In very good condition, wear commensurate with age. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."
• ATTRIBUTED TO BEN SHAHN (AMERICAN
  ATTRIBUTED TO BEN SHAHN (AMERICAN 1898-1969) A DRAWING,...attributed to BEN SHAHN (American 1898-1969) A DRAWING, "Man with Trumpet," CIRCA 1956, ink on paper, 4" x 3", framed, 12 3/4" x 10". Provenance: Art collection of the late Charles and Geri L. Hooks, owners of Houston’s oldest and most prestigious art gallery, Hooks-Epstein Galleries. Condition: Some craquelure and toning, overall in good condition. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."
• WILLIAM SPRATLING "JAGUAR" STERLING
  WILLIAM SPRATLING "JAGUAR" STERLING SILVER COFFEE SERVI...William Spratling "Jaguar" Sterling Silver Coffee Service, circa 1956-1962, Taxco, Mexico, comprising coffee pot, covered sugar bowl and creamer, each topped with a jaguar finial over a smooth silver body issuing an ebony handle. Each piece stamped for William Spratling, Taxco, Mexico. Coffee Pot Height 8 ¾ in. Width 10 in. Depth 3 ¾ in. 44.5 Troy Ounces all included Condition: Items may have wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Please contact the gallery for further details prior to bidding. Any condition statement given as a courtesy should not be treated as fact.
• CA. 1956 9K GOLD ROAMER SWISS WATCH
  CA. 1956 9K GOLD ROAMER SWISS WATCH W/ GOLD BANDThis is an original Roamer Premier Swiss made watch in a solid 9 karat yellow gold case dating to circa 1956. The watch case is marked BWC, likely British Watch Case Company and shows the .375 gold stamped for 9 karat / carat gold along with the Edinburgh British hallmark and "A" date mark placing the date of the watch at 1956. The watch movement is Swiss made Roamer Watch Co. with a manual wind seventeen 17 jewels movement. The face shows gold pointed indices with the numbers 12 / 3 / 9 all in gold with the dial marked ROAMER Premier at the center and SWISS MADE on the bottom. Below the case hardened style hands is the seconds dial marked above with INCABLOC and shows the small sweeping seconds hand. The watch shows an expandable 1950's period band which is marked Excalibur Reg. 860662 1/10 12 CT. R. GOLD / FT Model "50" Made in England 072, being thick 1/10 rolled 12 karat yellow gold. The case back is also marked on the inside London Made 63884. The watch winds up and works, appearing to keep good time. Beautiful, rare 9 karat solid gold cased swiss made watch with fantastic vintage style, could be worn by both a man or woman, truly a stylish piece.
• TAPIO WIRKKALA GLASS
  TAPIO WIRKKALA GLASS DISH(Finnish, 1915-1985) leaf bowl, signed on edge "Tapio Wirkkala - 3507(?)", for Iittala circa 1956, comb cut engraved glass dish, 2-1/2 x 8-1/4 x 9-3/4 in. Condition: a few small air bubbles throughout, scattered light surface wear and nicks to comb edges
• MARIA POVEKA MARTINEZ BLACKWARE
  MARIA POVEKA MARTINEZ BLACKWARE POTthe undecorated blackware pot signed on base "Maria Poveka" (San Ildefonso, 1886-1980), circa 1956-59, 3 x 4 in. Condition: excellent overall condition, no apparent chips or cracks, very minimal handling wear
• EDWARD BARNSLEY (1900-1987) PAIR OF
  EDWARD BARNSLEY (1900-1987) PAIR OF BOW-FRONT CABINETS, CIRCA 1956 African mahogany(2)96cm wide, 88.5cm high, 53.5cm deep
• Inside The Green Berets. The
  Inside The Green Berets. The First Thirty Yeras, together with Green Berets At War. U.S. army Special Forces in Southeast Asia 1956-75. Both important works. More Information Excellent,
• LEICA M3 DOUBLE STROKE W LEITZ
  LEICA M3 DOUBLE STROKE W LEITZ LENSESDouble-stroke M3, circa 1956. Includes 35mm Summaron f2.8 and 135mm Hektor f4.5, as well as two aftermarket lenses, a TTArtisan 50mm f1.4 and a 53mm f2.8 Russian-made lens. Also included are a Leitz shade and two Leica books. See images. Telephotolens has some wear on the barrel wrap, and it needs to be cleaned. The 35mm is clean. Both focus smoothly and aperture rings function as they should. Camera body has some oxidation on the back panel and front dials. Shutter curtain and pressure plate are clean. Shutter speeds from 10 to 1000 are smooth, but B and 1, 2 and 5 stick in the open position until the speed dial is moved to 10, then it releases just fine. Viewfinder is clear. shipping info This item can be shipped in-house.
• CRAWFORD LONG & ETHER MEDICAL
  CRAWFORD LONG & ETHER MEDICAL GROUPING Antique and vintage grouping pertaining to Dr. Crawford Williamson Long (American, 1815 - 1878), Georgia surgeon and pharmacist who is credited with first using sulfuric ether together with an assortment of related items comprising: a 1956
• A Georg Jensen Silver Louvre Bowl
  A Georg Jensen Silver Louvre Bowl Copenhagen, Circa 1956 the underside of footrim engraved 'Dagmar & Lynn-October 3rd 1956'. marked '19A' and 'Sterling' on underside 25 ozt 17 dwt Height 6 3/4 x dimeter 8 inches. Property from a Private Chicago Collection
• IRENE RICE PEREIRA (NEW
  IRENE RICE PEREIRA (NEW YORK/MASSACHUSETTS/SPAIN, 1902-1971), LINEAR ABSTRACT., GOUACHE ON PAPER, 8" X 5". FRAMED 12.5" X 9.5".IRENE RICE PEREIRA, New York/Massachusetts/Spain, 1902-1971, Linear abstract. Signed and dated lower right "I. Rice Pereira 1956". Dimensions: Gouache on paper, 8" x 5". Framed 12.5" x 9.5".
• 1847 ROGERS
  1847 ROGERS BROTHERS/INTERNATIONAL SILVER FOUR-PIECE "FLAIR" MODERNIST SILVER PLATED COFFEE SERVICE CIRCA 19561847 ROGERS BROTHERS/INTERNATIONAL SILVER FOUR-PIECE "FLAIR" MODERNIST SILVER PLATED COFFEE SERVICE, Circa 1956, Consists of a coffeepot with wrapped handle, height 10.25", a covered sugar bowl, a creamer and a tray, length 18.5".
• TWO FRAMED EGYPTIAN RELATED
  TWO FRAMED EGYPTIAN RELATED ARTWORKS The first a batik painting of two women dancing, matted and framed under glass (Frame dimensions 36 x 28 in.) (good estate condition, not examined out of the frame); the second a vintage exhibition poster for the Nefertiti bust at the Museum Dahlem in Berlin, circa 1956, framed under glass (Frame dimensions 23 x 16 1/2 in.) (toning to sheet, rubbing to frame, not examined out of the frame).