22nd Nov, 2024 10:00

FORMER BRISTOL ZOO GARDENS - THE AUCTION - LIVE BROADCASTCLOSED

 
Lot 10
 


Lot 10 - FORMER BRISTOL ZOO GARDENS - EARLY ZOO ENAMEL SIGN
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FORMER BRISTOL ZOO GARDENS - EARLY ZOO ENAMEL SIGN

Former Bristol Zoo Gardens - an original Edwardian c1910s / 1920s enamel advertising sign, possibly an early AA tourist sign, and likely from Temple Meads Train Station advertising 'The Clifton Zoo - Book To Clifton Down Station - Beautiful Grounds & Lake, Magnificent Collection Of Animals, Birds & Reptiles - Bands, Carnivals & Fetes,' with admission noted as one shilling. Yellow ground, with black text. The irregular naming of 'The Clifton Zoo' (versus Bristol Zoo) dates this sign to the early twentieth century, and it was likely prominently displayed at a larger station - probably Temple Meads - in order to best direct visitors to the site. In 2022 this sign featured in 'The Zoo and You, Memory Show and Tell’ exhibition held at Bristol Zoo Gardens celebrating its 185 year history. Measures approx 90cm x 90cm. A unique piece of Bristol Zoo Gardens history.

Sold for £16,000


 

Auction: FORMER BRISTOL ZOO GARDENS - THE AUCTION - LIVE BROADCASTCLOSED, 22nd Nov, 2024

Former Bristol Zoo Gardens - The Auction

300 specially selected lots from the former Bristol Zoo Gardens, in Clifton. Including antique signage, vintage posters, contemporary enclosure signs, souvenirs, sculptures and several unique pieces. 

(FOR THE ZOO BENCH AUCTION - VIEW HERE)

Proceeds from this auction will help care for the animals at Bristol Zoo Project or support critical conservation work around the world. (The Clifton And West Of England Zoological Society Ltd is a registered charity, No.1104986)

This is an online-only 'Live Broadcast Auction' - at 10am on 22nd November the live stream will start, showing an auctioneer conducting the sale. You can leave bids at any point whilst the catalogue is live, or login on the day to bid live during the stream. Telephone and absentee bids are also accepted (some restrictions apply).

Pre-bid with us for FREE by placing your bids here, or bid live during the sale for 4%+VAT. 

COLLECTIONS FROM 10AM ON MONDAY ONWARDS, BY APPOINTMENT ONLY - NO COLLECTIONS ON SALE DAY

Viewing

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 OUR POSTAGE SERVICE

Worldwide Postage, Packing & Courier Delivery Available On All Items

We combine shipping where possible.

General Items:

UKSmall packet(single small item eg: a medal) = £16.99+VAT

UKJewellery (sent 24hr service only) - £18.99+VAT

UKStandard Size (single lot) £18.99+VAT

UK Standard Size (2+ lots) £22.99+VAT

UKOversize Parcels (for large items eg; tea service, large mixed lots) £34.99+VAT (per parcel)

UK Musical Instruments (guitar, banjo, etc) £36.99

UKJersey & Guernsey £34.99+VAT

UKHighlands & Islands (inc. Ireland) £34.99+VAT

Artwork (Specialist Packing Service - UK Prices)

Framed / Unframed (small) 40cm x 80cm or smaller £45+VAT

Framed / Unframed (medium) 70cm x 80cm or smaller £50+VAT

Framed / Unframed (large) 100cm x 125cm or smaller £100+VAT

Rolled (up to 125cm on any edge) £30+VAT

Age Verification Service (UK)

Certain items (knives, weapons, alcohol etc) require age verification at the point of delivery in the form of photo ID. This is a legal requirement and an additional surcharge of £9.99+VAT is applicable. 

Militaria Items Overseas

Please note, air guns, antique guns, bladed articles, and anything deemed a 'firearm' that is purchased from non-UK countries can only be sent using a professional service such as Pack & Send, Mailboxes, etc. Usually at a cost in excess of £100+. Please ensure the item is allowed in to your country prior to bidding. Auctioneum Ltd will not be held responsible for items held in customs, nor any additional fees.

 

EUROPEAN POSTAGE PRICES

Republic Of Ireland £39.99+VAT (per parcel)

Belgium, Luxembourg & Netherlands £39.99+VAT (per parcel)

Denmark, France, Germany & Monaco £45.99+VAT (per parcel)

Corsica £54.99 +VAT (per parcel)

Italy £42.99 +VAT (per parcel)

Spain £44.99+VAT (per parcel)

Greece & Portugal £59.99+VAT (per parcel 

Austria, Czech Republic, Finland, Hungary, Lithuania, Norway, Poland, San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, Switzerland, Estonia, Romania, Turkey, Latvia = £49.99+VAT (per parcel)

Bulgaria, Canary Islands, Gibraltar = £54.99+VAT (per parcel)

USA & Canada

 from £45.00

Australia 

from £50.00 

Please contact us for a specific overseas quote. All postage dependant upon specific location.

UK FURNITURE DELIVERY  

Southern England - from £70+VAT

Midlands & Surrounding - from £90+VAT

Northern England & Scotland from £150+VAT

ALL PRICES ON ARE SUBJECT TO SPECIFIC LOCATION AND QUANTITY OF ITEMS PURCHASED AND SHOULD BE USED AS A GUIDE ONLY. For a specific quote, please contact us: info@auctioneum.co.uk

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