- 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
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 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)
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 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
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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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
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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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
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 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
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/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
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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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
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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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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Metal military-style footlocker with riveted construction, brass corner protectors, olive drab finish, yellow stenciled markings WCHT-52 and UNAC-BNA, approx 13 x 31 x 17 in. Interior contains index-card boxes, index cards and loose paper

Riveted olive drab metal trunk

Index-card boxes

Index cards

Loose paper contents

Full view of olive drab riveted trunk with stenciled markings

Corner detail with brass protector and stenciled text

Close-up of corner wear and measurement sticker 13x31x17 in

Dark green metal trunk showing surface wear, scuffs, paint loss, light rust on hardware; interior present but worn

Lot #22: Riveted Metal Military-Style Trunk / Footlocker, Olive Drab

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

Pickup Location: W 88th Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90047, USA View Map (opens in new window)

Lot #22: Riveted Metal Military-Style Trunk / Footlocker, Olive Drab

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

Pickup Location: W 88th Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90047, USA View Map (opens in new window)

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