LOT 129

The 1953 Goodwood International Nine Hour Race chequered flag, presented by the BARC for the race victory by Eric Thompson and Reg Parnell for Aston Martin,

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Lot 129

The 1953 Goodwood International Nine Hour Race chequered flag, presented by the BARC for the race victory by Eric Thompson and Reg Parnell for Aston Martin,

The Winter Automobilia Auction|16 December 2025, 13:04 GMT|Guildford

The 1953 Goodwood International Nine Hour Race chequered flag, presented by the BARC for the race victory by Eric Thompson and Reg Parnell for Aston Martin,

woven and stitched fabric chequered flag, sone light staining in places, 79 x 81cm, sleeved on wooden pole with plaque inscribed with presentation details 'International Nine Hour Race - Goodwood 22nd August 1953 - Won by Aston Martin DB3S - Drivers R.Parnell E.Thompson - Presented by the B.A.R.C.', the pole measuring 150cm long overall.

Footnotes

Offered from the Estate of Aston Martin and Connaught racing driver, the Late Eric Thompson (1919-2015).

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