Sir Stirling Moss’ Favourite Race Winning Helmet, Diana, Princess of Wales - Worn Nomex Racing Gloves & Motorsport Memoribila Signed by The Great and Good of Motoring, Amongst the 282 Automobilia Lots in the Iconic Auctioneers Silverstone Festival Sale on Sunday 25th August.
Anyone seeking treasured motor racing items from legends of the sport would do well to visit the Iconic Auctioneers sale at the Silverstone Festival on August 25th where memorabilia from Sir Stirling Moss, Ayrton Senna, Michael Schumacher, Nigel Mansell to name but a few, will go on sale with hundreds of other attractive collectibles.
One of the most intriguing lots is a pair Nomex racing gloves worn by the Late Diana, Princess of Wales. On 9th July 1992, Diana, Princess of Wales visited Buckmore Park in Kent with Princes William and Harry for a private karting experience. These were the red Nomex gloves that she wore whilst driving. First auctioned to raise funds for the Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital and subsequently featured on the TV show Four Rooms around 12 years ago, this is the first time they have been offered for auction in over 25 years. Framed and with a plaque reading 'Worn by H.R.H Princess Diana Princess of Wales 9-7-92', they are presented with a Certificate of Authenticity and additional paperwork.
One of the most intriguing lots is a pair Nomex racing gloves worn by the Late Diana, Princess of Wales. On 9th July 1992, Diana, Princess of Wales visited Buckmore Park in Kent with Princes William and Harry for a private karting experience. These were the red Nomex gloves that she wore whilst driving. First auctioned to raise funds for the Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital and subsequently featured on the TV show Four Rooms around 12 years ago, this is the first time they have been offered for auction in over 25 years. Framed and with a plaque reading 'Worn by H.R.H Princess Diana Princess of Wales 9-7-92', they are presented with a Certificate of Authenticity and additional paperwork.
Lot 824: Diana, Princess of Wales-Worn Nomex Racing Gloves. Estimate £7,000 - £9,000
More information on these gloves visit: https://www.iconicauctioneers.com/diana-princess-of-wales-worn-nomex-racing-gloves-rec13869-1-silverston-0824?pn=1&el=23706&pp=100
The late Sir Stirling Moss’s race helmet pictured above is the one he wore when winning the 1955 Mille Miglia and the 1961 Monaco Grand Prix, and he described it as his “favourite”. This is another of the highly desirable automobilia and collectible lots on offer from the well-known collector, Peter Ratcliffe whose ‘Legends in Time’ Retirement Sale forms part of the Iconic Auctioneers Sale on Sunday 25th August.
The white Moss helmet is accompanied by a bespoke display case, plaque, a Certificate of Authenticity and comes with a signed copy of the book Racedrivers by Benno Muller with a personal note written by Moss, 'You would be pushed to find a better shot of my helmet than this' with a photograph of him signing this iconic piece. This is a unique opportunity to own, without doubt, the most successful and most photographed motor racing helmet in the history of motorsport and is estimated at £80,000 - £100,000.
When acquiring the helmet in 1993, Ratcliffe asked Moss if he could remember any races he had won wearing the helmet. Stirling confirmed 'Well this is my Herbert Johnson helmet, my 'favourite' helmet that I wore in the Mille Miglia and also the 1961 Monaco GP'. He also confirmed that he wore it mainly between 1953 and 1961 when he began using a Patey helmet once again. He thought that he had worn it in at least 100 races including many Grand Prix victories.
Moss had his helmets repainted at the end of every season due to stone chips, oil and general wear. The current paint was applied around 1992 and Stirling ceased to wear it after painting. The side curtains have been renewed several times because of wear and tear over the years, but the leatherwork to the rear and inside the helmet are original and have never been changed. The interior shows signs of heavy use with a wonderful patina from years of racing. There is even a sticky label on which Moss wrote his blood group!
Formula 1 and motorsport fan Peter Ratcliffe first established Legends in Time in 1988. It all started with a chance meeting with legendary motorsport artist Alan Stammers. Ratcilffe immediately recognised Stammer’s talent and so he decided to create a challenge to sign up all of the world’s greatest drivers with Stammer’s incredibly detailed images.
During that journey Ratcliffe also began collecting driver’s helmets, Formula 1 cars and all items connected with Formula 1. In 1996 Ratcliffe’s close friend, Sir Stirling Moss, opened the first of four Legends in Time galleries.
The late Sir Stirling Moss’s race helmet pictured above is the one he wore when winning the 1955 Mille Miglia and the 1961 Monaco Grand Prix, and he described it as his “favourite”. This is another of the highly desirable automobilia and collectible lots on offer from the well-known collector, Peter Ratcliffe whose ‘Legends in Time’ Retirement Sale forms part of the Iconic Auctioneers Sale on Sunday 25th August.
The white Moss helmet is accompanied by a bespoke display case, plaque, a Certificate of Authenticity and comes with a signed copy of the book Racedrivers by Benno Muller with a personal note written by Moss, 'You would be pushed to find a better shot of my helmet than this' with a photograph of him signing this iconic piece. This is a unique opportunity to own, without doubt, the most successful and most photographed motor racing helmet in the history of motorsport and is estimated at £80,000 - £100,000.
When acquiring the helmet in 1993, Ratcliffe asked Moss if he could remember any races he had won wearing the helmet. Stirling confirmed 'Well this is my Herbert Johnson helmet, my 'favourite' helmet that I wore in the Mille Miglia and also the 1961 Monaco GP'. He also confirmed that he wore it mainly between 1953 and 1961 when he began using a Patey helmet once again. He thought that he had worn it in at least 100 races including many Grand Prix victories.
Moss had his helmets repainted at the end of every season due to stone chips, oil and general wear. The current paint was applied around 1992 and Stirling ceased to wear it after painting. The side curtains have been renewed several times because of wear and tear over the years, but the leatherwork to the rear and inside the helmet are original and have never been changed. The interior shows signs of heavy use with a wonderful patina from years of racing. There is even a sticky label on which Moss wrote his blood group!
Formula 1 and motorsport fan Peter Ratcliffe first established Legends in Time in 1988. It all started with a chance meeting with legendary motorsport artist Alan Stammers. Ratcilffe immediately recognised Stammer’s talent and so he decided to create a challenge to sign up all of the world’s greatest drivers with Stammer’s incredibly detailed images.
During that journey Ratcliffe also began collecting driver’s helmets, Formula 1 cars and all items connected with Formula 1. In 1996 Ratcliffe’s close friend, Sir Stirling Moss, opened the first of four Legends in Time galleries.
Friends, Sir Stirling Moss and Peter Ratcliffe
Friends, Sir Stirling Moss and Peter Ratcliffe
In later years, Ratcliffe developed his watch company creating fine quality Swiss watches to commemorate Moss’s greatest victories. Ratcliffe is the first person ever to create a hand-signed watch. Peter has worked with all the greats including Juan Manuel Fangio, Ayrton Senna, Michael Schumacher, Jackie Stewart, Nigel Mansell, Jack Brabham, Niki Lauda, Jacky Ickx, Nelson Piquet and many others.
Speaking of the auction Ratcliffe says: “I have treasured many of the items offered in the auction and I now feel it is time for someone else to become their custodian and enjoy them as I have done over many years.”
The eclectic mix of items Iconic Auctioneers are offering on his behalf include portraits of many of the race greats including Juan Manuel Fangio and a model of his Grand Prix-Winning Mercedes-Benz W196R #18 from the French Grand Prix held on 4th July 1954 in Reims.
In later years, Ratcliffe developed his watch company creating fine quality Swiss watches to commemorate Moss’s greatest victories. Ratcliffe is the first person ever to create a hand-signed watch. Peter has worked with all the greats including Juan Manuel Fangio, Ayrton Senna, Michael Schumacher, Jackie Stewart, Nigel Mansell, Jack Brabham, Niki Lauda, Jacky Ickx, Nelson Piquet and many others.
Speaking of the auction Ratcliffe says: “I have treasured many of the items offered in the auction and I now feel it is time for someone else to become their custodian and enjoy them as I have done over many years.”
The eclectic mix of items Iconic Auctioneers are offering on his behalf include portraits of many of the race greats including Juan Manuel Fangio and a model of his Grand Prix-Winning Mercedes-Benz W196R #18 from the French Grand Prix held on 4th July 1954 in Reims.
This year, to coincide with Silverstone Festival’s tribute to the motorsport career of the late, great Ayrton Senna and his incredible 30-year legacy, Iconic Auctioneers have curated a number of Senna items for their auction, from a tribute car and detailed scale model to original artworks.
Among the many other Senna items are LOT 837 - Ayrton Senna Homage Shoei X4 Helmet, with replica Gloves, Race Suit and his signature. Original artworks include LOT 895 an original image of the legendary Ayrton Senna created by Nikki Douthwaite, the world's most talented exponent of 'Dot Art'. LOT 896 a signed composition and original by Nicholas Watts - this is a stunning depiction of Senna driving his 1994 Williams FW16 with a card mounted below signed by the three-time Formula 1 World Champion and dated 1994, a fateful year. Framed behind glass. LOT 855 Senna at Speed - A Large Photographic Image of Senna at Imola. LOT 856 Very Limited Edition Large Aluminium Mounted Ayrton Senna Photographic Image, see below.
Then for a bit of fun, how about an Ayrton Senna Deckchair! Lot 607 a high-quality wooden deckchair with an image of a Senna helmet. Perhaps the perfect place from which to watch a Grand Prix!
This wonderful selection of celebrity owned automobilia will form part of the 14th Sale for Iconic Auctioneers (formerly Silverstone Auctions) at the Silverstone Festival. The event attracts some 70,000 visitors and is one of the biggest historic motorsport weekends of the year. More details about all 480 lots of competition cars, collectors’ cars, motorcycles and collectibles can be found on the Iconic Auctioneers website www.iconicauctioneers.com. In person viewing of all the lots is available between 9am and 5pm on Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th August at the auction venue, The Wing at Silverstone Circuit. The Auctions take place as follows: Friday 23rd Competition Cars from 2.30pm, Saturday 24th Collectors’ Cars from 11am, Sunday 25th Motorcycles from 11am, then ‘Legends in Time’ from 12pm followed by Automobilia.
For further details visit the website, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call +44 (0) 1926 691 141.
For more information please contact
Nigel Gough Automobilia Specialist
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This wonderful selection of celebrity owned automobilia will form part of the 14th Sale for Iconic Auctioneers (formerly Silverstone Auctions) at the Silverstone Festival. The event attracts some 70,000 visitors and is one of the biggest historic motorsport weekends of the year. More details about all 480 lots of competition cars, collectors’ cars, motorcycles and collectibles can be found on the Iconic Auctioneers website www.iconicauctioneers.com. In person viewing of all the lots is available between 9am and 5pm on Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th August at the auction venue, The Wing at Silverstone Circuit. The Auctions take place as follows: Friday 23rd Competition Cars from 2.30pm, Saturday 24th Collectors’ Cars from 11am, Sunday 25th Motorcycles from 11am, then ‘Legends in Time’ from 12pm followed by Automobilia.
For further details visit the website, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call +44 (0) 1926 691 141.
For more information please contact
Nigel Gough Automobilia Specialist
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
07879 637616
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