- Quantity: Approx. 18 books
- Genres/types: Language dictionaries; Textbooks/study guides; Writing guides; Computer/tech manuals; Comics/graphic novels; Reference books
- Languages included: English, French, Arabic, Other languages (unknown)
- Format: Mixed — mostly paperback, some spiral-bound
- Condition: Used — good readable condition, light shelf wear and corner/edge wear; not inspected for missing pages
- Notable visible titles/keywords: Listing of visible titles/keywords to highlight in listing
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Lot of ~18 Mixed Language Books — Dictionaries, Textbooks, Manuals

- Approximately 18–22 books
- Languages: Turkish, English, Kyrgyz, other (unknown)
- Formats: paperback, hardcover, spiral/other
- Subjects: literature; folklore/children&#39;s tales; religion/Sufism; language/dictionaries/phrasebooks; cultural studies
- Notable titles/identifiers: Rumi; The Chinese Have a Word for It; The Kirghiz Pattern; Nasreddin Hoca; Lokman Hekim; various Turkish/translated works
- Condition: used — overall good; visible shelf wear, creased spines and corner wear on several volumes; no obvious major water damage
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Lot of 18–22 Books: Turkish, English, Kyrgyz &#38; More

- Lot contents: Plate and rug as shown
- Plate material/finish: Porcelain/ceramic with gold/gilt finish
- Plate size: Approx. 12–14 inches wide; square/rounded square shape
- Plate markings/era: Unknown, no visible backstamp (likely vintage)
- Rug type/material: Woven southwestern/Navajo-style, likely wool or wool blend
- Rug size: Runner/small rug approx. 5–7 ft long by 2–3 ft wide
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Porcelain Gilt Scenic Plate &#38; Southwestern Runner Rug

- Contents: 7 pieces visible — decorative plates, hand-painted ceramic plaque, wooden carved folding chair (miniature), wooden fish wall plaque, small framed mirror/photo frame, book, assorted tags/accessories
- Markings: stamped/marked “San Felipe, B.C.” and “Recuerdo” (Baja California, Mexico souvenir)
- Style: hand-painted folk/Mexican style with colorful floral and animal motifs
- Book: Misalli Büyük Türkçe Sözlük by Ilhan Ayverdi (Turkish language dictionary)
- Condition: used with visible surface wear and small marks; underside shows writing; book pages unknown/untested; no obvious large breaks visible in photos
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Lot of 7 Hand-Painted Mexican Souvenirs &#38; Turkish Dictionary

- Lot containing multiple pieces (lot)
- Good used condition
- Boxes show light surface wear and patina
- Fabric hanging appears intact with no obvious stains
- Garland shows intact pom-poms and paint
- Seller notes items not professionally tested
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Lot Containing Multiple Decorative Items

- Quantity: approximately 8 three-ring binders
- Binder colors: blue, green, purple, mixed other colors
- Notable visible contents: Occidental Petroleum corporate policies; company procedures/test materials; personal handwritten notes/catalogs; some unknown
- Spine width: approximately 1.5&#34;–2&#34; (medium)
- Condition: used, general wear/staining on covers; labels handwritten; stored in original cardboard box
- Included: lot of binders in original cardboard box (no loose pages confirmed)
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Lot of 8 Mixed-Color Three-Ring Binders in Box

- Assortment/lot: painted wooden box, silk-lined presentation box with carved figurine, black lacquer/mother-of-pearl box, decorative cross, cigar/CD storage box with CDs, REDHOUSE Turkish dictionary
- Painted wooden box approx 11–13&#34; W x 11–13&#34; D x 4–6&#34; H (estimate)
- Presentation box interior intact; figurine decorative only
- Good used condition with minor surface wear and light scuffs
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Assortment of Decorative Boxes, Figurine, REDHOUSE Turkish Dictionary

- Lot of 10 pieces: 1 cast iron teapot, 4 porcelain/ceramic tea cups, 3 ceramic mugs, 1 napkin/towel holder, 1 plastic storage bowl with lid
- Colors: green, pale green, white, yellow, blue, multicolor prints
- Brands/markings: Beatles (mug), Cabo San Lucas (napkin holder), others unknown
- Included plastic storage container with lid
- Teapot shows surface wear/paint chipping at spout and small crack at handle hinge; cups, mugs, and napkin holder show light/surface wear
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Mixed Tea Set &#38; Kitchenware Lot — Cast Iron Teapot &#38; Cups

- Lot of 7 pieces
- Includes wooden sculptures, ceramic/porcelain decorative vase, bisque/ceramic figurine, and pendant & necklace
- Vintage (mid-20th century likely)
- Origin/style: Unknown / mixed origins
- Largest carved wooden sculpture approx. 12–18 in. tall (estimate)
- All items used — mixed wear
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Lot of 7 Vintage Mixed Decorative Sculptures, Vase &#38; Jewelry

- Quantity: Approximately 30 books
- Languages: Turkish, English, French, Other
- Primary subjects/genres: Language learning/textbooks, Travel guides, Religious texts, Children&#39;s/illustrated, General nonfiction
- Formats/bindings: Paperback, Hardcover, Cloth-bound, Spiral
- Notable inclusions: Quran (Turkish), Turkish language courses, travel phrasebooks, children’s illustrated books
- Condition: Used, mixed condition (fair to good)
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Lot of Approximately 30 Mixed Books: Language, Travel, Religious

- Lot of used books with a history / non-fiction focus
- Approximately 25 books
- Genres: History, Jewish studies, WWII/Holocaust, Travel/memoir, Political biography
- Condition: Used — good to fair; some scuffing, creased spines and shelf wear; not individually inspected
- Many individual history/Jewish studies titles visible in photos
- Majority in English
- Mixed bindings: paperback and hardcover copies visible
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Lot of Approximately 25 History &#38; Jewish Studies Books

- Lot of 25 books: reference, language, and writing titles
- Subjects: dictionary/thesaurus, language learning (Spanish, German, etc.), grammar & usage, writing/editing/style guides
- Formats: paperback, hardcover, spiral-bound
- Languages: English, Spanish, German, Turkish, other
- Examples: Oxford, Roget&#39;s, Microsoft Encarta, other trade publishers
- Condition: used — light shelf wear; major reference volumes intact
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Lot of ~25 Reference &#38; Language Books (Dictionaries, Style Guides)

- Lot of office binders, index/card file boxes, and loose index cards/documents
- Approx. 4+ items
- Contains corporate policies / financial reporting documents; one blue binder labeled &#34;Corporate Policies / Financial Reporting System&#34;
- Includes binder sleeves, dividers, and index cards
- Used; binders and card boxes show normal wear; papers and cards intact
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Lot of Office Binders, Index/Card File Boxes &#38; Loose Documents

- Quantity: Approximately 40–50 books
- Languages: Turkish, English, bilingual/mixed, other
- Formats: paperback, hardcover, mass market paperback, trade paperback, booklet/pamphlet
- Genres: History, Travel, Language/phrasebooks, Politics, Biography, Fiction, Reference
- Condition: Used — overall good to fair; shelf wear, creased spines, some torn/aged dust jackets
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Lot of Approximately 40–50 Mixed Books — History, Travel, Fiction

- Item type: lot of vintage books and paper ephemera (newspaper clippings/pages)
- Language: Turkish
- Approximate quantity: roughly 10–20 books plus dozens of bundled clippings
- Binding/format: predominantly paperback/softcover plus loose folded or bundled paper clippings
- Estimated era: likely mid-20th century (1940s–1970s)
- Condition: worn; shelf wear, scattered loose/brittle yellowed pages and clippings
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Lot of vintage Turkish books and paper ephemera

- Item type: Mounted paper ephemera / clipped newspaper text on cardstock (lot)
- Quantity (approx.): Approximately 150–300 pieces (several large stacks plus box)
- Size (approx.): Roughly 5 x 7 inches (pasted on small boards/envelopes)
- Material: Cardstock, paperboard, newsprint clippings
- Era / Date: Likely mid-20th century to late 20th century (vintage)
- Condition: Used / vintage — paper yellowing, some edge wear and small tears
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Lot of mounted paper ephemera — clipped newspaper text on cardstock

- Single listing lot of approximately 25–30 books
- Formats: hardcover, paperback, cloth-bound, leather-bound
- Languages include English, Arabic, French and other languages
- Notable visible titles/sets: Cambridge History of Islam; Elias&#39; Pocket Dictionary; Pennsylvania Dutch Cook Book; Jung dreams/psychology titles; set of older Arabic volumes
- Era: primarily mid-20th century with some late 19th/early 20th-century volumes
- Condition: used, fair to good; shelf wear, bumped corners, some loose or fragile bindings and age-toned pages
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Lot of 25–30 Mixed Hardcover &#38; Paperback Books

- Lot of approximately 40 vintage books and pamphlets
- Languages: Turkish (Latin), Ottoman Turkish (Arabic script), Arabic, mixed
- Publication era: early to mid 20th century (circa 1900s–1950s)
- Binding/format: hardcover, softcover/paperback, stitched pamphlets (mixed)
- Subjects: poetry, history, travel/guides, academic proceedings, religious texts
- Condition: used—worn, loose/fragile pages, spine wear, water stains, some detached covers
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Lot of Approximately 40 Vintage Turkish &#38; Ottoman Books and Pamphlets

- Approximately 30–40 books in a single lot
- Languages/scripts include Russian (Cyrillic), Arabic, Persian, Urdu, Yakut and others
- Binding types: hardcover, cloth, leather, paperback, sewn/stitched, and some loose pages
- Subjects/titles visible: dictionaries, Quran and Islamic religious texts, language/grammar books, novels, notebooks/ledgers
- Vintage condition: worn covers, scuffed corners, some detached/loose or missing endpapers; library/auction labels; pages yellowed
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Lot of vintage/antique books, mixed titles (approx. 30–40)

- Item: Aquarium / Fish Tank with wooden canopy/hood
- Brand: Paradise
- Material: Glass tank with wood/laminate canopy
- Dimensions/Capacity: Unknown — please measure (likely medium-length aquarium: e.g. 20–50 gallons)
- Color/Finish: Brown wood finish (reddish-brown)
- Condition: Used; canopy and glass present; cosmetic wear, scratches, paint loss; not tested for leaks/electrical
- Included accessories: None listed
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Paradise Glass Aquarium with Wooden Canopy (Brown Finish)

- Two-drawer metal/cardboard boxed filing cabinet with contents
- Contents: personal letters, envelopes, loose papers, typed documents
- Includes greeting cards and postcards
- Approximate quantity: hundreds of papers/cards (two drawers roughly full)
- Color: light blue drawers with gray/brown sides
- Materials: paper documents, cardboard or wood outer box
- Era: likely mid- to late-20th century (vintage)
- Used: drawers and papers show wear, stains, creases, rust on handles
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Two-Drawer Boxed Filing Cabinet with Papers, Cards (Lot)

- Item: Riveted metal military-style trunk / footlocker
- Exterior: Metal with riveted construction and brass/metal corner protectors
- Finish: Olive drab / dark military green with stenciled yellow markings
- Dimensions: 13 x 31 x 17 inches (sticker noted)
- Condition: Used vintage; surface wear, scuffs, paint loss, light rust at hardware; interior intact but shows wear
- Includes: Index-card boxes, index cards, loose paper/contents unspecified
- Markings: Stenciled alphanumeric markings (e.g., &#39;WCHT-52&#39;, &#39;UNAC-BNA&#39;); origin unknown
This auction includes the works and books collected by Ralph Jaeckel, a professor of Near Eastern Studies whose distinguished association with University of California, Los Angeles is reflected in a thoughtfully assembled collection of books and works gathered over many years.
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Riveted Metal Military-Style Trunk / Footlocker, Olive Drab

- Item Type: Small square side table / utility stool
- Dimensions (HxWxD): 23 x 21 x 21 in (written on tag)
- Material: Unknown — likely painted metal or heavy-duty plastic
- Color / Finish: Reddish-brown painted finish (worn)
- Condition: Used — heavy surface wear, scratches, paint loss, scuffs and residue
- Style / Intended Use: Industrial / utility style — suitable as side table, stool or work surface
- Brand / Manufacturer: Unknown / not visible
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Small Square Side Table / Utility Stool 23 x 21 x 21 in

- Antique wooden rocking baby cradle / crib For Display Only, Not For Use
- Primary material: turned solid wood
- Style/era: Victorian / late 19th–early 20th century (turned spindle work)
- Finish/color: original red painted finish with heavy wear and paint loss
- Dimensions: unknown — please measure (length likely 4–5 ft; height 2–3 ft)
- Condition: heavy surface wear, dirty; appears structurally intact but not tested
- Repairs: structural repairs to joints
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Antique Turned Wood Rocking Baby Cradle, Victorian Style NOT FOR USE

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Approximately 25–30 mixed-format books in English, Arabic, French and other languages. Titles include The Cambridge History of Islam (2 vols), The History of Psychiatry, Elias’ Pocket Dictionary, Pennsylvania Dutch Cook Book, Dreams by C.G. Jung, large JUNG anthology, Teach Yourself Arabic, set of five leather-bound Arabic volumes, Natural Supernaturalism by M.H. Abrams, Escape from Authority, Myth, Kaplumbagalar, Teach Yourself Irish and additional cloth and paperback volumes. Formats: hardcover, cloth-bound, leather-bound and paperback. Era mainly mid-20th century with several late 19th / early 20th-century items. Condition used with shelf wear, bumped corners, some loose or fragile bindings and age-toned pages.

The Cambridge History of Islam, two volumes

The History of Psychiatry by Alexander & Selesnick

Elias’ Pocket Dictionary

Pennsylvania Dutch Cook Book

Dreams by C.G. Jung

JUNG anthology volume

Teach Yourself Arabic

Teach Yourself Irish

Natural Supernaturalism by M.H. Abrams

Escape from Authority

Myth (anthology)

Kaplumbagalar

Set of five vintage Arabic leather-bound volumes

Christian Syria under Islam

Anything Happen?

Two blue cloth reference volumes

Red cloth religious text

Green cloth civil text

Overhead view of entire lot showing mixed hardcovers, paperbacks and leather-bound Arabic set

Closer view highlighting Cambridge History of Islam, History of Psychiatry, leather-bound set and cloth volumes

Alternate angle focusing on Jung titles, Teach Yourself series, Natural Supernaturalism and other paperbacks

Mixed-color hardcovers, cloth and paperbacks; five brown leather-spine Arabic volumes, green Cambridge paperbacks, maroon and blue cloth books, assorted trade paperbacks. Languages vary; subjects span Islam, psychiatry, linguistics, cooking, psychology, literature and mythology.

Lot #17: Lot of 25–30 Mixed Hardcover & Paperback Books

Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Sun, May 03 2026 Category A: 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM

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Lot #17: Lot of 25–30 Mixed Hardcover & Paperback Books

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Only Available Pickup Date/Time: Sun, May 03 2026 Category A: 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM

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