Our annual auction for 2025 is fill with authentic antique and vintage diving helmets and related memorabilia from the 19th and 20th Century. Iconic copper and brass diving helmets made by AJ Morse, A. Schrader's Son, DESCO, Miller Dunn, Siebe Gorman, Craftsweld and more are featured. Vintage fiberglass diving helmets from Joe Savoie, Bob Ratclife, Kirby Morgan and more also also being sold.
The second part of the auction features a lifetime collection of antique & vintage golf balls. These balls date to the late 1800s into the 1960s.
The third part of the sale features a selection of silver US coins.
Rounding out the sale is a small selection of rare antiques.
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LOT 25:
Joe Savoie Fiberglass Motorcycle Diving Helmet #57
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Sold for: $3,250
Price including buyer’s premium:
$
3,900
Start price:
$
1,750
Estimate :
$3,500 - $7,000
Buyer's Premium: 20%
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sales tax: 7.5%
On the lot's price and buyer's premium
Users from foreign countries may be exempted from tax payments, according to the relevant tax regulations
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Item Overview
Description:
In the 21st Century, diving helmets made by Joe Savoie have been recognized among historians and collectors as one of the most revolutionary helmet designs ever. The fact that each one of these helmets was hand-made in Joe's Louisiana backyard only adds to the mystique and allure of each one. Savoie did not advertise his helmets; they were simply sold by word of mouth once divers witnessed one in action. Savoie would make approximately 100 helmets using fiberglass motorcycle helmets ordered out of an auto parts catalog. Later, Savoie would handmake the helmets using a stainless steel shell. Today, each helmet Joe made is unique in its own way, with some helmets featuring some unique characteristics.
This helmet is one of the rare early motorcycle helmet fiberglass models and is serial number 057. Over the years, we have found that the early fiberglass examples rarely, if ever, leave collections. This helmet was just recently discovered in the Gulf of Mexico (America) region, where it has been stored away since the 1970s. This helmet retains its original finish with the Joe Savoie applied green paint. Nicks to the paint are numerous, but all are minimal in size. These signs of use, in our opinion, only add to the helmet's allure and mystery of the hard work and adventures it was part of.
Joe Savoie helmets, especially original untouched and complete examples like this one, are one of the best investments one can make in the field of vintage and antique diving helmet collecting.
All diving helmets in this auction will be accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Nations Attic. The certificate will have a unique number that will match the number on a tamperproof hologram decal placed inside the helmet. This information will be kept on permanent file at Nations Attic and help ensure the provenance of the helmet and authenticity. The display stand shown in the photos is not included. The option to purchase one after the auction will be provided.
All items will be shipped with a signature required upon delivery and full insurance either via FedEx or the USPS Priority Mail. Worldwide shipping is available; however, no ocean freight will be offered on large items. DHL Express is an option for international shipments under 600 pounds via air. Payment via bank wire for customers outside the USA is required. A shipping quote prior to the auction can be provided by emailing your postal code. International bidders are advised that some countries do not allow the importation of knives. Nations Attic is not responsible for shipping charges going or coming back if your countries customs denies delivery. Rejected items can be consigned into a future sale as there are no refunds.
