Valuations

A pair of Irish 22-bore rifled brass-mounted flintlock pistols by F Lord of Dublin, dating from about 1770 and valued at €7,500

November 25: Sotheby’s Watch Valuation by specialist Benoit Colson. The popularity of the classic wrist watch continues apace. This year, Sotheby’s first watch sale in four years made £2,491,876, almost double the low estimate. To book an appointment, call 01-6440200, or e-mail dublinoffice@sothebys.com.

December 2 and 3: Bonham’s Antique Arms, Armour and Modern Sporting Guns valuation by specialist David Williams. Ireland has proved a rich hunting ground for 18th-century treasures by Dublin makers. ...