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  • Morse Diving US Navy Mark 1 Mod 0 Band Mask
    Estimate
    $400 - $800
    Lot 99

    Morse Diving US Navy Mark 1 Mod 0 Band Mask

    Est.
    $400 - $800
  • Vintage COMEX Two Hose Demand Shell Hat Helmet
    Estimate
    $150 - $350
    Lot 100

    Vintage COMEX Two Hose Demand Shell Hat Helmet

    Est.
    $150 - $350
  • Mike Carson 1970 Mark III Fiberglass Diving Helmet
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $3,000
    Lot 101

    Mike Carson 1970 Mark III Fiberglass Diving Helmet

    Est.
    $1,000 - $3,000
  • WW2 Thompson Engineering TECO Shallow Water Diving Mask
    Estimate
    $500 - $1,000
    Lot 102

    WW2 Thompson Engineering TECO Shallow Water Diving Mask...

    Est.
    $500 - $1,000
  • Helmets of The Deep Presentation Edition Hardcover Signed
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,750
    Lot 103

    Helmets of The Deep Presentation Edition Hardcover Sign...

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,750
  • DESCO Jack Browne Dive Mask & Hood
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 104

    DESCO Jack Browne Dive Mask & Hood

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • Bob Ratcliffe Rat Hat Diving Helmet Immaculate
    Estimate
    $4,000 - $6,000
    Lot 105

    Bob Ratcliffe Rat Hat Diving Helmet Immaculate

    Est.
    $4,000 - $6,000
  • Vintage Oceaneering Rat Hat Diving Helmet T-Shirts
    Estimate
    $50 - $100
    Lot 106

    Vintage Oceaneering Rat Hat Diving Helmet T-Shirts

    Est.
    $50 - $100
  • Three Vintage Oceaneering Rat Hat Diving Helmet Shirts
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    $50 - $100
    Lot 107

    Three Vintage Oceaneering Rat Hat Diving Helmet Shirts

    Est.
    $50 - $100
  • History of Italian Navy Diving 1849 – 2009
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    $250 - $400
    Lot 108

    History of Italian Navy Diving 1849 – 2009

    Est.
    $250 - $400
  • Galeazzi Marina Italian Navy Diving Helmet
    Estimate
    $6,500 - $8,500
    Lot 109

    Galeazzi Marina Italian Navy Diving Helmet

    Est.
    $6,500 - $8,500
  • Galeazzi Italian Dive Knife 1930s – 1940s
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $3,000
    Lot 110

    Galeazzi Italian Dive Knife 1930s – 1940s

    Est.
    $1,000 - $3,000
  • Italian Style Antique Dive Knife
    Estimate
    $250 - $1,000
    Lot 111

    Italian Style Antique Dive Knife

    Est.
    $250 - $1,000
  • Galeazzi Italian Leather Diving Boots
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 112

    Galeazzi Italian Leather Diving Boots

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • Danish 2 Bolt Helmet With Crown Stamp Matching Numbers
    Estimate
    $6,000 - $10,000
    Lot 113

    Danish 2 Bolt Helmet With Crown Stamp Matching Numbers

    Est.
    $6,000 - $10,000
  • 1960s West German Navy Divers Knife
    Estimate
    $300 - $600
    Lot 114

    1960s West German Navy Divers Knife

    Est.
    $300 - $600
  • East German MEDI Cold War Era Dive Knife
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    $300 - $600
    Lot 115

    East German MEDI Cold War Era Dive Knife

    Est.
    $300 - $600
  • Miniature Diving Knives Set of Five
    Estimate
    $200 - $400
    Lot 116

    Miniature Diving Knives Set of Five

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • Rare C.E. Heinke 3 Bolt 4 Light Harbor Diving Helmet
    Estimate
    $4,000 - $8,000
    Lot 117

    Rare C.E. Heinke 3 Bolt 4 Light Harbor Diving Helmet

    Est.
    $4,000 - $8,000
  • CE Heinke & Co Ltd London Dive Knife
    Estimate
    $400 - $800
    Lot 118

    CE Heinke & Co Ltd London Dive Knife

    Est.
    $400 - $800
  • Siebe Heinke Underwater Flashlight 1964
    Estimate
    $100 - $200
    Lot 119

    Siebe Heinke Underwater Flashlight 1964

    Est.
    $100 - $200
  • C.E. Heinke & Co London Dagger Style Dive Knife
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 120

    C.E. Heinke & Co London Dagger Style Dive Knife

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • 1945 US Navy Mark V Diving Helmet DESCO w/ USN Stamp
    Estimate
    $7,000 - $9,000
    Lot 121

    1945 US Navy Mark V Diving Helmet DESCO w/ USN Stamp

    Est.
    $7,000 - $9,000
  • DESCO Diving Dress Cuff Expander Tool
    Estimate
    $50 - $100
    Lot 122

    DESCO Diving Dress Cuff Expander Tool

    Est.
    $50 - $100
  • DESCO 65th Anniversary US Navy Dive Knife Serial #3
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 123

    DESCO 65th Anniversary US Navy Dive Knife Serial #3

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Like New DESCO United States Navy Dive Knife
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 124

    Like New DESCO United States Navy Dive Knife

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Rare Miller Dunn 1944 US Navy Mark V Diving Helmet
    Estimate
    $7,500 - $12,500
    Lot 125

    Rare Miller Dunn 1944 US Navy Mark V Diving Helmet

    Est.
    $7,500 - $12,500
  • Mark V 12 Bolt Canvas Diving Dress Size 4
    Estimate
    $200 - $500
    Lot 126

    Mark V 12 Bolt Canvas Diving Dress Size 4

    Est.
    $200 - $500
  • US Navy Mark V Diving Helmet Made On D-Day June 6th 1944
    Estimate
    $8,000 - $12,000
    Lot 127

    US Navy Mark V Diving Helmet Made On D-Day June 6th 194...

    Est.
    $8,000 - $12,000
  • New Old Stock Lunkenheimer Triple Air Hose Manifold
    Estimate
    $50 - $100
    Lot 128

    New Old Stock Lunkenheimer Triple Air Hose Manifold

    Est.
    $50 - $100
  • Morse Diving Helmet Used To Salvage The African Queen - Merritt Chapman & Scott
    Estimate
    $5,000 - $7,500
    Lot 129

    Morse Diving Helmet Used To Salvage The African Queen -...

    Est.
    $5,000 - $7,500
  • 1929 Merritt-Chapman & Scott - Black Horse Of The Sea
    Estimate
    $150 - $400
    Lot 130

    1929 Merritt-Chapman & Scott - Black Horse Of The Sea

    Est.
    $150 - $400
  • Original 1925 A.J. Morse & Son Diving Apparatus Catalog
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 131

    Original 1925 A.J. Morse & Son Diving Apparatus Catalog...

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Rare AJ Morse Trigger Release Mechanical Dive Knife
    Estimate
    $4,000 - $6,000
    Lot 132

    Rare AJ Morse Trigger Release Mechanical Dive Knife

    Est.
    $4,000 - $6,000
  • French DENAYROUSE Oceanographic Research Center Monaco Diving Helmet
    Estimate
    $6,000 - $9,000
    Lot 133

    French DENAYROUSE Oceanographic Research Center Monaco ...

    Est.
    $6,000 - $9,000
  • Like New Rouquayrol Denayrouze Style French Dive Knife
    Estimate
    $400 - $800
    Lot 134

    Like New Rouquayrol Denayrouze Style French Dive Knife

    Est.
    $400 - $800
  • 1906 French History of Diving Book
    Estimate
    $150 - $300
    Lot 135

    1906 French History of Diving Book

    Est.
    $150 - $300
  • 1864 Espalion France Commemorative Diving Knife New In Box
    Estimate
    $400 - $800
    Lot 136

    1864 Espalion France Commemorative Diving Knife New In ...

    Est.
    $400 - $800
  • 1860 – 1880 John Date Diving Helmet Montreal Canada
    Estimate
    $6,000 - $8,000
    Lot 137

    1860 – 1880 John Date Diving Helmet Montreal Canada

    Est.
    $6,000 - $8,000
  • Front & Back Faux Divers Chest Weights
    Estimate
    $50 - $150
    Lot 138

    Front & Back Faux Divers Chest Weights

    Est.
    $50 - $150
  • 1943 TAUCHERTECHNIK by Herman Stelzner
    Estimate
    $300 - $600
    Lot 139

    1943 TAUCHERTECHNIK by Herman Stelzner

    Est.
    $300 - $600
  • Vintage French Solid Brass Dive Knife
    Estimate
    $400 - $800
    Lot 140

    Vintage French Solid Brass Dive Knife

    Est.
    $400 - $800
  • John Date Montreal Canada Antique Diving Helmet
    Estimate
    $6,000 - $8,000
    Lot 141

    John Date Montreal Canada Antique Diving Helmet

    Est.
    $6,000 - $8,000
  • Antique John Date Diving Pump Compressor
    Estimate
    $500 - $1,500
    Lot 142

    Antique John Date Diving Pump Compressor

    Est.
    $500 - $1,500
  • Rare John Date Montreal Canada Divers Air Pump
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $6,000
    Lot 143

    Rare John Date Montreal Canada Divers Air Pump

    Est.
    $3,000 - $6,000
  • Vintage Siebe Gorman & Co Dive Knife
    Estimate
    $300 - $600
    Lot 144

    Vintage Siebe Gorman & Co Dive Knife

    Est.
    $300 - $600
  • 1940 Siebe Gorman 6 Bolt Royal Dutch Engineers Diving Helmet
    Estimate
    $4,000 - $5,500
    Lot 145

    1940 Siebe Gorman 6 Bolt Royal Dutch Engineers Diving H...

    Est.
    $4,000 - $5,500
  • Siebe Gorman Dive Knife Circa 1960s
    Estimate
    $400 - $800
    Lot 146

    Siebe Gorman Dive Knife Circa 1960s

    Est.
    $400 - $800

Auction Description

Nation's Attic 2024 Diving Into History Auction by Nation's Attic Inc.

The Nation's Attic is hosting its annual Diving Into History auction on Saturday, August 10th, 2024. This year's event promises to be an extraordinary one, featuring a treasure trove of: - Antique and vintage diving helmets from around the world, many unseen for decades and highly sought-after by collectors. - Rare and desirable diving knives, perfect for enthusiasts or anyone who appreciates unique historical artifacts. - Rare SCUBA diving equipment and historical diving books, offering a glimpse into the fascinating evolution of underwater exploration. Whether you're a seasoned collector, a diving aficionado, or simply someone who appreciates unique pieces of history, this auction is not to be missed.

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Nation's Attic Inc.
Wichita, KS 67211
United States

helmets@nationsattic.com

Phone:+1 3163711828

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Shipping fees listed with each lot pertain to domestic shipping only (contiguous or lower 48). International bidders are subject to higher shipping fees. Please inquire about shipping to a particular country before the start of the auction. Purchased items will be shipped on a first paid, first shipped basis and may take up to twenty (20) business days for said shipment to leave our (Nations Attic, Inc.) business. For time sensitive shipments, we (Nations Attic, Inc.) will expedite payment processing and shipping for a nominal fee. Items paid for by personal check are subject to a ten (10) business day hold for funds clearance. All domestic mainland items are shipped via FedEx ground or via USPS unless otherwise specified or requested by the customer. International shipments are shipped via DHL Express or FedEx Express. USPS is no longer used for international shipments due to issues with tracking packages. Insurance: All items are insured for the full purchase amount less carrier shipping charges, or the maximum amount allowed by the carrier and/or country of destination. Insurance is included in the specified shipping amount listed in the shipping section of the final invoice pricing. All invoices are sent with insurance already factored into the shipping charge. The customer has the right to waive any insurance amount by providing written consent that the customer will not hold Nations Attic, Inc. or its shipping carriers responsible for damaged and/or lost shipments due to uninsured/under insured packages. In some instances, we (Nations Attic, Inc.) reserve the right to only ship certain items if insurance is purchased for the full amount of the item(s) being shipped. International buyers are responsible for all duties and taxes. If shipment is rejected, buyer is responsible for all return shipping costs or disposal fees incurred.

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Terms & Conditions

TERMS & CONDITIONS 1. Prior to sale, all bidders must register with Nations Attic Inc. and/or online via BidSquare to participate in bidding. 2. The Auctioneer and the Consignor assume no risk, liability or responsibility for the authenticity or the authorship of any property identified in the online catalogue (that is, the identity of the creator or the period, culture, source or origin as the case may be, with which the creation of any property is identified herein). All property is sold "As Is" and neither the Auctioneer nor the Consignor makes any warranties or representations of any kind or nature with respect to the property, and in no event shall be responsible for the correctness or any implied warranty or merchantability or any implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose as it relates to description, genuineness, attribution, provenance, safety, reliability or condition of the property. If any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose can be construed from the catalogue, auction, or bill of sale, such warranties are disclaimed by the Auctioneer and the Consignor. No statement in the online catalogue or made at the sale or in the Bill of Sale or invoice or elsewhere shall be deemed such a warranty or representation or an admission of liability. Moreover, the Auctioneer will not be held responsible for any variations in appearance of online photographs. 3. Notwithstanding the preceding condition, if within 14 days of the sale of any lot the purchaser of any antique gives notice in writing to the Auctioneer that the lot so sold is a counterfeit and, if within 7 days after such notice the purchaser returns to the Auctioneer in the same condition as when sold, and gives written proof from a recognized impartial expert which establishes beyond reasonable doubt that the returned lot is in fact a counterfeit and that this was not indicated by a fair reading of the catalogue or the Auctioneer's comments at the time of sale, the Auctioneer as agent for the Consignor will rescind the sale and refund the purchase price. Please note that the original shipping costs will not be refunded as the cost was already incurred. The shipping to return the item will be at your purchaser expense. 4. A premium equal to 20% of the successful bid price will be added thereto and is payable by the purchaser as part of the total purchase price. 5. The Sales Tax rate for Wichita, Kansas is 7.5% and is computed on this total purchase price and applies to bidders residing within the state. The purchaser will be required to pay Sales Tax unless exempted through possession of a valid State of Kansas Sales Tax number on file. Please Note: The State of Kansas has no arrangement of reciprocity with any other jurisdiction and the Auctioneer cannot honor a Sales Tax number from any other jurisdiction. Please Note: Due to credit card processing charges, In the event buyer desires to pay by using a credit card, a convenience fee equaling 4.0% of the entire amount due shall be added to the buyer's invoice. We encourage you to pay by sending us a check or wire transfer to avoid the credit card convenience fee. However, if you send a wire, it must be in US DOLLARS and a $30 bank processing fee will be added. All shipments will ONLY be shipped to the registered and confirmed address on file with BidSquare, no exceptions. This means the credit card used to pay for the items is where the items will be shipped to and will also be the tax rate BidSquare uses to calculate tax. Please do not ask to ship to another address when using a credit card or to change your tax rate. 6. The Auctioneer reserves the right to withdraw any property at any time before actual sale. 7. Unless otherwise announced by the Auctioneer at the time of sale, all bids are per lot as numbered in the catalogue. The Auctioneer reserves the right to reject a bid from any bidder. The highest bid acknowledged by the Auctioneer shall be the purchaser. In the event of any dispute between bidders, the Auctioneer shall have the sole and final discretion either to determine the successful bidder, or to re-offer and re-sell the article in dispute. If the Auctioneer determines that any opening bid is not commensurate with the value of the article offered, he may reject the bid; and if, having acknowledged an opening bid he decides that any advance is not sufficient, he may reject the advance. The Auctioneer reserves the right to acknowledge an auction floor bid before acknowledging an internet and/or phone bid regardless of the maximum bid amount provided by the bidder before and/or during the auction. 8. On the fall of the Auctioneers hammer, title to the offered lot passes to the highest bidder who thereupon will pay the full purchase price therefore or such part as the Auctioneer may require. All property shall be removed by the purchaser at his expense on the day of sale and, if not so removed, may be sent by the Auctioneer to a public warehouse for the account, risk and expense of the purchaser. Any damage to or loss of any item purchased which is left with the Auctioneer after the day of purchase is the purchasers sole responsibility. If the foregoing conditions or any other applicable conditions herein are not complied with, in addition to other remedies available to the Auctioneer and the Consignor by law, including without limitation the right to hold the purchaser liable for the bid price, the Auctioneer at its option, may either (a) cancel the sale, retaining as liquidated damages all payments made by the purchaser, or (b) re-sell the property on 3 days notice to the purchaser and for the account and risk of the purchaser, either publicly or privately, and in such event the purchaser shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency plus all costs, including warehousing, the expenses of both sales, and the Auctioneers commission at its regular rates and all other charges due hereunder, and incidental charges. No claims shall be allowed after removal of goods and no article shall be re-sold for purchaser at the sale where purchased. 9. The Auctioneer reserves the right to cancel the sale or any portion thereof without prior or further notice, and to announce at any time additional conditions of sale. 10. Bidding will constitute full acceptance of the terms and conditions herein. Also recognize, all items are being sold as used and/or antiques. The items are meant to be used for display purposes only. Not liable for functionality. Take it upon your own risk to use, which is not advised. 11. Payment: Payment will be accepted in the form of personal check, cashiers check, bank wire transfer, money order, cash (in house only), credit card (confirmed address for US customers only, credit card fee's apply). For internet bidders, if payment is not received within 5 business days following the auction, a payment reminder invoice will be sent. If payment is not received within 10 business days of the auction, we (Nations Attic, Inc.) reserve the right to void the sale of the item(s) to that bidder, and make the item(s) available for sale to the under bidder. In addition, any non-paying bidder will be prohibited from registering for any future auction that is held by Nations Attic, Inc. Please do not ask to have the sales tax removed as it is state law. 12. Shipping: Shipping fees listed with each lot pertain to domestic shipping only (contiguous or lower 48). International bidders are subject to higher shipping fees. Please inquire about shipping to a particular country before the start of the auction. Purchased items will be shipped on a first paid, first shipped basis and may take up to twenty (20) business days for said shipment to leave our (Nations Attic, Inc.) business. For time sensitive shipments, we (Nations Attic, Inc.) will expedite payment processing and shipping for a nominal fee. Items paid for by personal check are subject to a ten (10) business day hold for funds clearance. All domestic mainland items are shipped via FedEx ground or via USPS unless otherwise specified or requested by the customer. International shipments are shipped via DHL Express or FedEx Express. USPS is no longer used for international shipments due to issues with tracking packages. Insurance: All items are insured for the full purchase amount less carrier shipping charges, or the maximum amount allowed by the carrier and/or country of destination. Insurance is included in the specified shipping amount listed in the shipping section of the final invoice pricing. All invoices are sent with insurance already factored into the shipping charge. The customer has the right to waive any insurance amount by providing written consent that the customer will not hold Nations Attic, Inc. or its shipping carriers responsible for damaged and/or lost shipments due to uninsured/under insured packages. In some instances, we (Nations Attic, Inc.) reserve the right to only ship certain items if insurance is purchased for the full amount of the item(s) being shipped. 13. Storage Fees: Items not claimed within 30 Days after the auction will be subject to a $10 per lot, per day storage fee, unless other arrangements are made with the Nations Attic Inc.