This sale features a showstopping 20-carat ‘D-block’ Natural Deep Blue Tanzanite set in an 18ct White Gold Pendant, surrounded by brilliant-cut diamonds. These rare Tanzanites are prized for their deep, natural colour, once attributed to ancient bushfires and now nearly impossible to find in this size. From jewels to history, we present a China War Medal awarded to W.H. Littlefield, a British sailor who later manned Sydney’s Watson’s Bay Signal Station during the 1942 Japanese midget sub attack. Related memorabilia includes a lead submarine model and a labelled relic from the wreck. Also included is a significant photographic collection by Charles Kerry and Henry King, celebrated for their evocative portraits of Aboriginal Australians and acclaimed internationally for their photographic excellence. These highlights only scratch the surface of what’s on offer. Dive into a sale filled with rarity, beauty, and history.

Smalls Auctions Sale 315 offers an exceptional selection of rare and historically significant items, headlined by two ultra-rare British Colonial gold coins: a 1902 S ‘Matt’ Proof Half Sovereign (mintage of just three) and a unique 1902 S ‘Brilliant’ Proof Sovereign, starting at $175,000 and $200,000 respectively. These coins are unparalleled in rarity and prestige, comparable to a recently sold 1901 P Proof pair that fetched over $525,000. The sale also features several mid-20th-century Aboriginal Transitional Boomerangs, including a remarkable example by Joe Timbery inscribed for the 1960 French Rugby League tour. Additional highlights include a strong lineup of PCGS-graded Australian Sixpences and a 1915 (L) Shilling PCGS MS64—one of the top five known. From numismatic treasures to cultural artifacts, this auction presents a unique opportunity for collectors to acquire items of extraordinary value, rarity, and historical depth. Don’t miss the chance to own a piece of history with Smalls Auctions.