Nations Attic Diving Into History auction 2023 features an amazing array of authentic diving helmets from the 1800s into the 21st Century. Antique copper and brass helmets made by AJ Morse, Schrader, John Date, DESCO, Miller Dunn, Morse Diving Equipment, TOA, KIM, and more are included. A very nice selection of early fiberglass diving helmets from the 1960s into the 1980s is also up for bids. Helmets made by General Aquadyne, Miller, Piel, Comex, Kirby Morgan, Swindell, and Joe Savoie are all selling.
Other areas of historic diving equipment include early SCUBA equipment, nautical antiques, rare books, antique diving equipment such as parts, tools, lights, boots, dive suits, radios, ephemera, collectible memorabilia, and diving knives. The auction is rounded out with a collection of US Navy Mark 12 equipment from the 1970s and 1980s.
There are over 240 lots of authentic diving history all selling at no reserve.
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LOTTO 50:
Rare French Piel EP 100 Fiberglass Diving Helmet
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Venduto per: $400
Prezzo iniziale:
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100
Prezzo stimato :
$250 - $500
Commissione per la casa d'aste: 20%
Altri dettagli
IVA: 7.5%
Il prezzo e la commissione del lotto completo
Gli utenti stranieri potrebbero essere esentati dal pagamento delle tasse, secondo il regime fiscale vigente.
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Rare French Piel EP 100 Fiberglass Diving Helmet
This is a unique helmet designed by the French firm Piel and Etudes et Fabrications Aeronautiques. Initially, it appears to be a pilot or space helmet, which was likely its inspiration. Marketing of these started in the 1970s, with three versions eventually being made. This example appears to be the first version, an EP 100. The helmet features a lightweight fiberglass body with a retractable faceplate. Most of the original hardware has been removed from this helmet. The movable faceplate is intact and still functions. The helmet is incredibly light, weighing only 2 pounds 10 ounces. There is a 002 on the inside of the helmet, possibly indicating a serial number. The inner rubber liner is still flexible. This is a fascinating helmet design and the first we have ever handled.
All diving helmets in this auction will be accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Nations Attic. The certificate will have a unique number that will match the number on a tamperproof hologram decal placed inside the helmet. This information will be kept on permanent file at Nations Attic and help ensure the provenance of the helmet and authenticity.
All items will be shipped with a signature required upon delivery and full insurance either via FedEx or the USPS Priority Mail. Worldwide shipping is available; however, no ocean freight will be offered on large items. DHL Express is an option for international shipments under 600 pounds via air. Payment via bank wire for customers outside the USA is required. A shipping quote prior to the auction can be provided by emailing your postal code.
All items will be shipped with a signature required upon delivery and full insurance either via FedEx or the USPS Priority Mail. Worldwide shipping is available; however, no ocean freight will be offered on large items. DHL Express is an option for international shipments under 600 pounds via air. Payment via bank wire for customers outside the USA is required. A shipping quote prior to the auction can be provided by emailing your postal code. International bidders are advised that some countries do not allow the importation of knives. Nations Attic is not responsible for shipping charges going or coming back if your countries customs denies delivery. Rejected items can be consigned into a future sale as there are no refunds.
