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December 0914, 2023
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LOT 708

Lot 708

H.M.S. Leopard Naval Logbook of Engineer's Steward John Brock, 1862-1873

H.M.S. Leopard Naval Logbook of Engineer's Steward John Brock, 1862-1873
Lot 708 Details
H.M.S. Leopard Naval Logbook of Engineer's Steward John Brock, 1862-1873

first pages titled 'Operations in the Straits of Simonoseki [sic] being an important account of the Shimonoseki Campaign of 1863-64 in embossed black calf with brass lock plate engraved 'Brock'
6.3 x 4 in — 16 x 10.2 cm

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $1,599
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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H.M.S. Leopard Naval Logbook of Engineer's Steward John Brock, 1862-1873
  • H.M.S. Leopard Naval Logbook of Engineer's Steward John Brock, 1862-1873
  • H.M.S. Leopard Naval Logbook of Engineer's Steward John Brock, 1862-1873
  • H.M.S. Leopard Naval Logbook of Engineer's Steward John Brock, 1862-1873
  • H.M.S. Leopard Naval Logbook of Engineer's Steward John Brock, 1862-1873
  • H.M.S. Leopard Naval Logbook of Engineer's Steward John Brock, 1862-1873
  • H.M.S. Leopard Naval Logbook of Engineer's Steward John Brock, 1862-1873
  • H.M.S. Leopard Naval Logbook of Engineer's Steward John Brock, 1862-1873
  • H.M.S. Leopard Naval Logbook of Engineer's Steward John Brock, 1862-1873
  • H.M.S. Leopard Naval Logbook of Engineer's Steward John Brock, 1862-1873
  • H.M.S. Leopard Naval Logbook of Engineer's Steward John Brock, 1862-1873
  • H.M.S. Leopard Naval Logbook of Engineer's Steward John Brock, 1862-1873
Provenance:

Estate of Seaman John Brock, Bradford, UK, thence by descent through the family to David Brock, Waterloo, ON

Read About:

The HMS Leopard
The Shimonoseki Campaign
David Brock

CONDITION DETAILS

In substantially good condition. Binding solid with no apparent page losses. Brass buckle absent.

LOT 708
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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