Colonial Architecture in New South Wales and Tasmania, Limited Edition
'John Monash Nov / 1926' dated signature to the blank front end paper of 'Old Colonial Architecture in New South Wales and Tasmania' by Hardy Wilson, [Sydney : Union house, 1924], 10, III, [+50 plates], signed by the author; limited edition No.891 of 1000…
Geelong Peace Memorial: Gold Sword Letter Opener for Sir Monash
The Geelong peace Memorial: a 15ct gold letter opener in the shape of a presentation sword with the Australian military Forces coat of arms applied to the decorative hilt; the blade inscribed on one side 'Presented to Lieut general Sir John Monash. G.C.M…
Monash's Gallipoli French Dictionary: A War-Time Relic
Gasc's locket French dictionary the 'Smallest French & English Dictionary' contained in a small metal locket with window front, [David Bryce & Sons], vii,648(1) printed pages. Printed on fine India paper. Last printed page covers English coins and…
John Monash's Signed Copy of Edgar Allan Poe's Tales
'John Monash June 1914' dated signature to decorated front end paper of 'Edgar Allan Poe's Tales of mystery and Imagination', [Melbourne : E.W. Cole], 518pp.
"The Divina Commedia" translated by Sir Samuel Walker Griffith, 1912
'John Monash June 1914' dated signature to blank front end paper of 'The Divina Commedia of Dante Aligheri' translated by Sir Samuel Walker Griffith (chief Justice of the high court of Australia), [Henry Frowde, Oxford University press, 1912], 1st ed.,…
Fatherly Advice: A Letter from John Monash to Daughter Bertha
A two-page typed letter from John Monash to his daughter, Bertha, dated July 23rd 1906. 'Dear Bert', he writes, 'I am just sending you a few lines so that you May have a definite guide as to what to do on your return journey.....About 9.30 or 10 it will…
John Monash's First Prize for Mathematics at Scotch College
John Monash's first prize for Mathematics at Scotch College, 1880: Adam Smith, 'An Inquiry into the nature and causes of the wealth of Nations', [London : Ward, lock, & Co., 782pp; green leather binding with gilt; Scotch College Melbourne emblem to front…
John Monash's Remarkable Autograph Album: A Who's Who Collection
John Monash's autograph album, burgundy leather binding with gilt rules, overall 19 x 13.5 cm, with hundreds of tipped-in or written signatures, many with additional greetings or messages in the hand of the signatory. A loose-leaf typed index dated…
Timber Box on Integral Stand Presented to Lt. General Monash
A timber box on Integral stand presented to Lt. General Sir John Monash, 1924 a superbly crafted timber box, the removable top with inlaid silver plaque depicting Japanese war Cruiser H.I.J.M.S. 'Ibuki' on top; the inside with another inlaid plaque with…
Sir John Monash Portrait for $100 Banknote, 1996
Original artwork for the $100 John Monash polymer Banknote, 1996 Lyell Lance Dolan (b.1942) Sir John Monash, pencil on card, signed and dated '96 at lower right, 34 x 31 cm; framed 56 x 50.5 cm overall. Dolan's original artwork for the $100 Monash/Melba…
Plaque Commemorating Commissioning of Australian Army Ship 'John Monash'
Plaque presented to John Monash's daughter, Bertha Bennett, on the occasion of the commissioning of Australian Army ship 'John Monash' (as 3051) in 1965. 20.5 x 18 cm.
The Last Parade: A Tribute to John Monash
A poem written on the death of John Monash William a. Tainsh (1880 - 1967), 'The last Parade', a three stanza tribute to Monash, composed by Tainsh, with his name and dated 1931 at lower right, pen and red and black ink on vellum, framed 40 x 32.5 cm…
Carved Blackwood Pot Gifted to General Sir John Monash
A carved blackwood lidded pot, with silver plaque affixed under the lid: 'General Sir John Monash, G.C.M.G., K.C.B. From the Council of the working mens College. 23 - 7 - 31.', 17 cm high, 16 cm wide.
Monash's Letter Seeking Advice on Transporting Military Headwear
A Hand-Written letter from Monash to his Daughter, Bertha: dated 29/12/30 and headed 'Iona'; Monash writes to ask for 'Bert's' advice the best way to transport his 'White military helmet, peaked forage cap and two felt hats' as well as additional headwear…
Monash's Letter to Daughter: Birthday Regrets from 'Iona'
A Hand-Written letter from Monash to his daughter, Bertha: dated Jan'y 19, 1929 and on 'Iona' letterhead, Monash writes his regrets in not being with 'Bert' on her birthday 'Owning to our respective peregrinations....'; he signs off 'Your affectionate…
John Monash's signed copy of "All Quiet on the Western Front"
'John Monash June 27 / 29' dated signature to blank front endpaper of 'All Quiet on the Western Front' by Erich Maria Remarque (translated by A,W. Wheen) [London : G.P. Putnam's Sons, 1929] 320pp., with contemporary newspaper cuttings tipped-in front and…
John Monash's Signed Copy of 'Callinicus' with Notation
'John Monash July / 29' dated signature on blank front page of 'Callinicus - a Defence of Chemical Warfare' by J.B.S. Haldane, [London : Kegan Paul, trench, Trubner & Co., 1925]. With an additional notation in Monash's hand 'See pages 24/5' '....If one…
Monash's Letters: Insights into the Life of a Military Leader
A correspondence of eleven letters from John Monash to Ada Benjamin (nee Krakowski): 1911 to 1926, during the turbulent and hugely consequential years that included his service during World War One, John Monash (1865 - 1931) maintained a correspondence…
Notable Autographs in Early Leather-Bound Book
Early Leather-Bound autograph book, notable autographs include John Monash 1918, Lieut General, formerly Commanding Australian Army Corps in France, 1918, Dame Nellie Melba, 1921, Harry Lauder, Scottish singer, Alberto Zelman, founder of the Mso and many…
Silver Cribbage Board with Sir John Monash, 1919
John Monash a silver cribbage board c1919 featuring Sir John Monash, 23.5 x 23.5 cm
Assorted 19th Century Financial Documents and Signatures
Ephemera, range with 1857-58 insurance documents (2) for railway carriages;1860-61 share transfers (2) for Melbourne & Suburban Railway Co. 1863-70 Liens on Wool;1872 J.B.Were broker's note;City of Melbourne Gas & Coke company items (15);1882-87 Town of…
Notable Australian Autographs
Australian Autographs, noted John Monash; Percy Grainger inside programme; John Howard; Joan Sutherland in opera programme; Barry Humphries (2), Don Charlwood; Don Dunstan (2); William James facsimile on postcard.
Melbourne Riots: Unprecedented Scenes and Tragic Consequences
The Argus: Emergency single page edition 2am November 4th 1923 'Riots in the City. Unprecedented scenes. Window-Smashing & Looting. Appeal By the Ministry'. A fascinating glimpse into the the Melbourne riots that followed as a result of a Victorian police…
WWI Commanders' Signatures on Cards
Sir John Monash Australian military Commander World War I signature on card; Georges Clemenceau French Premier & statesman World War I period signature on business card with inscription. VG condition. (2 items)
WWI Generals' Farewell Dinner Menu with Signatures
World War I Generals: Very attractive menu 'Farewell Dinner to General Sir Wm Birdwood London July 1919' with (20) signatures; Noted, Gen. Sir John Monash, Gen. Sir William Birdwood, Prince of Wales Edward VII, Gen. Sir Ian Hamilton & Gen. Sir J.J.Hobbs.…
Monash: WWI Commander, Books Signed by Author and Monash
Sir John Monash: Australian Military Commander World War I. 'Men and Thought in Modern History' by Ernest Scott (Melb.1920) with letter a! xed to the endpaper addressed to Sir John Monash and signed by the author. Signed by Monash on the next page dated…
Gallipoli D.S.O. Group and Lieutenant Colonel Rankine's Diary
The highly important Gallipoli D.S.O. Group of six and Diary of Lieutenant Colonel Robert Rankine 14 Bn. A.I.F. Mounted on display bar: - Distinguished service Order (G.V.R.) - 1914-15 star impressed to reverse 'Major R. Rankine 14/Bn A.I.F' - British war…
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