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The William (Billy) Jamieson Collection Live Auction of Decorative Arts

April 29, 2014

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LOT 80

Lot 80

Archive of Material Formerly Property of Dr. John Bodkin Adams, early-mid 20th century

Archive of Material Formerly Property of Dr. John Bodkin Adams, early-mid 20th century
Lot 80 Details
Archive of Material Formerly Property of Dr. John Bodkin Adams, early-mid 20th century

comprising a bible signed from his father in 1908, engraved copper calling card plates, a monogrammed travel kit, a monogrammed paper knife, numerous photographs of his parents grave site and his home (Kent Lodge), documents relating to transfer of real estate from patient Mary Dillon, brass name plate from his surgery, and a shirt, all contained in a monogrammed hard leather overnight ravel case
5.5" x 20" x 13" — 14 x 50.8 x 33 cm.

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $552
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Archive of Material Formerly Property of Dr. John Bodkin Adams, early-mid 20th century
  • Archive of Material Formerly Property of Dr. John Bodkin Adams, early-mid 20th century
Note:

Adams was the notorious English suspected serial killer of more than 160 of his patients.

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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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