Royal Navy journals become surprise success at South Cerney auction

Sent to auction by a descendant, two partly broken and disbound journals relating to the early years in the naval career of William Chimmo (1828-91) proved an unexpected success in a recent South Cerney sale.

Estimated £500-800 but sold for £25,000 by Dominic Winter (20% buyer’s premium) on the second day …

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