230 - Gear for Sports National Geographic Society black nylon quarter-zip pullover windbreaker jacket from the personal collection of Peter Benchley. The left chest displays an embroidered logo for the National Geographic Society. The front includes a central flap pocket with a small square metal logo tab and two zippered side pockets. The sleeves are finished with elasticized cuffs and adjustable Velcro straps, while the hem is fitted with a drawstring closure. The interior is lined with black mesh. Tagged size L. 27" W x 26 1/2" L. Sleeves 23" L. From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940-2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation.

Gear for Sports National Geographic Society black nylon quarter-zip pullover windbreaker jacket from the personal collection of Peter Benchley. The left chest displays an embroidered logo for the National Geographic Society. The front includes a central flap pocket with a small square metal logo tab and two zippered side pockets. The sleeves are finished with elasticized cuffs and adjustable Velcro straps, while the hem is fitted with a drawstring closure. The interior is lined with black mesh. Tagged size L. 27" W x 26 1/2" L. Sleeves 23" L. From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940-2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation. Proceeds from the Peter Benchley Collection will benefit five ocean conservation organizations: Peter Benchley Ocean Awards, WildAid, Beneath the Waves, Blue Frontier and Environmental Defense Fund. CONDITION: The jacket shows moderate signs of wear throughout. There is significant oxidation, pitting, and paint loss visible on the main front zipper pull and both side pocket zipper pulls. A loose thread is visible at the bottom hem. The fabric displays moderate wrinkling from previous storage. NOTICE TO BIDDERS: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition. Photos are considered part of the condition report. Complete condition information is available by request, please request no later than 24 hours prior to the auction. All lots are offered and sold "as is", and Willow Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated.