231 - Diving crew jacket from the personal collection of author and marine conservation advocate Peter Benchley. Marked "African Shark Diving, Dyer Island, Gansbaai - South Africa" and "Crew." The vintage tricolor sailing-style garment is constructed of technical fabric and features a high navy fleece-lined collar, front zipper closure protected by a Velcro storm flap, and two zippered waist pockets. The interior is finished with a navy blue lining featuring a repeating anchor motif. Tagged Musto size XL. The jacket reflects Benchley's longstanding involvement in shark research, diving, photography, film, and ocean conservation. Gansbaai, located near Dyer Island on South Africa's Western Cape, is internationally recognized for its population of Great White sharks and its shark-diving operations. From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940-2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation.

Diving crew jacket from the personal collection of author and marine conservation advocate Peter Benchley. Marked "African Shark Diving, Dyer Island, Gansbaai - South Africa" and "Crew." The vintage tricolor sailing-style garment is constructed of technical fabric and features a high navy fleece-lined collar, front zipper closure protected by a Velcro storm flap, and two zippered waist pockets. The interior is finished with a navy blue lining featuring a repeating anchor motif. Tagged Musto size XL. The jacket reflects Benchley's longstanding involvement in shark research, diving, photography, film, and ocean conservation. Gansbaai, located near Dyer Island on South Africa's Western Cape, is internationally recognized for its population of Great White sharks and its shark-diving operations. 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 signs of moderate wear and discoloration consistent with field use. Notable brown staining and spotting are visible on the white fabric sections of the sleeves and upper back. The white Velcro wrist adjustment tabs exhibit yellowing. General creasing and fabric wear are present throughout. 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.