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A MID 19TH CENTURY TURQUOISE FORGET-ME-NOT BRACELET, the woven fancy-link chain to a scrolled cartouche-shaped clasp, centred with a flowerhead of turquoise cabochon petals, suspending a similarly-set heart-shaped drop, both with glazed hair compartment verso, mounted in gold, (turquoise untested), length 19cm. £1,200–£1,500
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A LATE 19TH CENTURY CRESCENT BROOCH, set throughout with graduated seed pearls in pierced scrollwork gallery setting, gold mounted, pin re-mounted to one side, later added safety chain, width 25mm. £200–£300
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A LATE 19TH CENTURY TURQUOISE AND DIAMOND RING, the sugarloaf turquoise collet-set between pairs of old brilliant-cut diamonds, the underbezel engraved ‘CMAS’, silver and gold mounted, total diamond weight approximately 0.60 carat, ring size L. £400–£600
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A MID 19TH CENTURY TURQUOISE HAWK PIN, realistically modelled and set throughout with turquoise cabochons, with garnet eyes, a rose-cut diamond beak, a chain jesse and a bell, mounted in gold, cased by J. Glover, Lincoln, terminal length 25mm. £400–£600
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A LATE 19TH / EARLY 20TH CENTURY DIAMOND AND RUBY STICKPIN, the terminal modelled as a fox mask, set with rosecut diamonds and ruby cabochon eyes, mounted in silver and gold, length 6.3cm. £150–£200
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A 19TH CENTURY HAIRWORK MOURNING BRACELET, composed of openwork hair beads with gold beaded spacers, to central hairwork flowerhead with applied engraved gold plaque, suspending double snake-link safety chain with tassel terminals, (two hair beads deficient), length 19cm. £600–£800
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Y A LATE 18TH CENTURY GOLD MEMORIAL JEWEL, of marquise shape, the glazed ivory panel painted ‘en grisaille’, with applied hairwork detail, depicting a grieving lady before a funerary urn on pedestal with inscription for 1784, within a blue enamel and pearl border, later mounted as a clasp, with added brooch fitting, length 43mm. £500–£700 Ivory submission reference: KPJR36WZ
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A SMALL COLLECTION OF JEWELLERY, comprising a Georgian glazed locket, bordered with circular-cut rubies, beneath an old-cut brilliant and rose-cut diamond bow surmount, enclosing a lock of hair, a red guilloché enamel heart-shaped pendant, three corresponding gem-set heart pendants and a cupid charm with ruby and diamond highlights, all suspended from a bolt ring, Georgian locket length 25mm. (6) £800–£1,000
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A WILLIAM IV 18CT GOLD RING, the central raised decorative band, between beaded borders and channelled outer bands, hallmark for 1834, maker’s mark ‘SR’ in Roman capitals in cut cornered rectangular punch, ring size P½, band width 9mm. £500–£700
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A DIAMOND SINGLE STONE RING, the cushion-cut diamond in open claw setting, between ribbed shoulders, gold mounted, diamond weight approximately 0.70 carat, ring size P½. £600–£800
All lots are subject to extra charges which may be viewed in Ts and Cs 3, 4, 5 and 10 at the back of this catalogue.
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A 9CT GOLD RUBY AND CULTURED PEARL BROOCH, the pierced brooch of foliate design set throughout with circular-cut rubies, seed pearls and cultured pearls, London hallmark, length 43mm. £240–£300
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AN 18CT GOLD, RUBY AND DIAMOND RING, 1882, set with two rows of circular-cut rubies and old brilliant-cut diamonds, between scrolled shoulders, Chester hallmark, ring size J½. £600–£800
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AN 18CT GOLD, RUBY AND DIAMOND FIVE STONE RING, 1896, set to the front with alternating circular-cut rubies and old brilliant-cut diamonds, Birmingham hallmark, ring size P. £200–£300
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THREE ANTIQUE GEM-SET RINGS, to include a pearl five stone ring, mounted in 15ct gold, partial hallmark, a star ruby cabochon and diamond ring, stamped ‘18’, and a 15ct gold and gem-set five stone ring, Birmingham hallmark, (pearls untested), ring sizes L–P. £300–£500
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A LATE 19TH CENTURY SEED PEARL AND DIAMOND STICKPIN, of flowerhead design, the old brilliant-cut diamond within a surround of seed pearls, mounted in gold, length 6.5cm. £40–£60
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A 19TH CENTURY PASTE RIVIÈRE NECKLACE, the graduated amber-coloured paste in closed-back linked settings, ring and hook clasp, stamped ‘800, and ‘EH’, length 60cm. £200–£300
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A PAIR OF CARNELIAN CUFFLINKS, the oval cabochons in collet mounts, to plain oval discs, with chain connectors, length 16mm. £500–£700 According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer, the cufflinks are testing as 9ct gold.
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A 9CT GOLD CLADDAGH RING, 1973, Dublin hallmark, ring size N. £150–£200
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A CARNELIAN INTAGLIO SIGNET RING, carved to depict a crest, an ostrich with serpent in its mouth, within garter, the Latin motto ‘Deo, non fortuna’ translating as ‘From God, not from chance’, stamped ‘18’, ring size K½. £400–£600 Provenance: The crest is for the Harrison family, Rutland. According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer the ring is testing as 18ct gold.
All lots are subject to extra charges which may be viewed in Ts and Cs 3, 4, 5 and 10 at the back of this catalogue.
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A SILVER-GILT, ENAMEL AND GEM-SET PENDANT BY DIEGO PERCOSSI PAPA, modelled as a phoenix rising above a shaped triangular panel of banded agate with applied flames motif, vari gem-set throughout with seed pearls, amethyst, peridot etc., to a cablelink chain spaced with seed pearls, signed ‘PERCOSSI PAPA’, chain stamped ‘925’, pendant length including bale 8.5cm. £300–£500
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A PAIR OF ANTIQUE TURQUOISE EARRINGS AND A BAR BROOCH, each turquoise cabochon within a bead and wirework surround, chain suspended beneath a similarly-set surmount, together with a bar brooch of similar design, mounted in gold, brooch stamped ‘15CT’, (turquoise untested), earring length 32mm, bar brooch 7cm. £300–£500
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A LATE VICTORIAN DIAMOND AND PEARL BAR BROOCH, the cluster of old brilliant-cut diamonds with central pearl on knifewire bar, with diamond highlights and pearl terminals, silver and gold mounted, (pearls untested), total diamond weight approximately 0.50 carat, length 47mm. £200–£300
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A PAIR OF ANTIQUE ENAMEL AND DIAMOND CUFFLINKS, of circular form, set with applied clusters of old cushion-shaped diamonds on a blue and white enamel ground, together with a singular button en suite, mounted in silver and gold, stamped ‘18’ and ‘BREVETE’, total diamond weight approximately 0.65 carat, largest plaque diameter 13mm. £600–£800
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A COIN SET BRACELET, 1960, the fancy curb-link bracelet suspending a 20 Franc coin dated 1814, Södertälje assay mark, stamped ‘18K’, length 20cm. £2,000–£2,200
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AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY ENAMEL BUTTERFLY BROOCH BY CHILD & CHILD, CIRCA 1905, the wings, abdomen and thorax decorated in shades of blue and turquoise guilloché enamel, maker’s mark, a sunflower between two C’s, to the reverse, silver gilt mounted, with gold pin, length 27mm. £260–£300 Brothers WALTER and HAROLD CHILD founded their jewellery business in Seville Street, Knightsbridge in 1880. In 1888 they registered their mark at the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths as silver-plate workers. It was only in 1891 that they began manufacturing jewellery, but it is for these pieces that they are best known today. Their clientele included Pre-Raphaelite artists William Holman Hunt and Sir Edward Burne-Jones, as well as the architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. The firm enjoyed royal patronage from Queen Victoria, King Edward VII and King George V, and in the early 20th century was granted the Royal Warrant by Queen Alexandra. The firm’s pieces are characterised by their use of enamel – usually bright blue or green – and motifs featuring butterflies, leaves, feathers and wings. The brothers’ partnership ended in 1899, but Harold Child continued to work alone until his death in 1915, when the firm closed.
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A LATE 19TH / EARLY 20TH CENTURY SAPHIRET ‘MAN IN THE MOON’ LOCKET PENDANT, the saphiret moulded as the ‘Man in the Moon’ within a surround of circular-cut white pastes, glazed compartment verso, the bale set with similarly-cut graduated white pastes, mounted in silver, stamped ‘935’, length including bale 45mm. £80–£100 Saphiret is a colour-changing glass made in the late 19th / early 20th century in Gablonz, Bohemia (now the Czech Republic). The process fused pure melted gold with blue glass, creating a distinctive brown-to-blue colour change. Production came to an end in the early 1900s due to rising gold prices, making the manufacturing process unprofitable.
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A RARE VICTORIAN SILVER CLOAK / SHAWL BROOCH, composed of two sections, one side finely modelled as a stag on leafy ground, mounted to the reverse with a pin fitting, with a sliding anchor-link chain connecting to the opposing section, modelled as a recumbent fawn, the chain with weighted foliate engraved finial securing the fastening, the reverse applied with plaque stamped ‘REGISTERED 28 May 1848 No. 1458’, width 10cm. £260–£300 This brooch is possibly by Henry Samuel Ellis, the Exeter inventor of the ‘safety brooch’, patented in 1847. Designed with a secure catch, it used a similar sliding chain, with a weight to one end ensuring the pin remained secure. According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer, the silver brooch is testing as 935 standard.
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A GENTLEMAN’S DRESS SET BY CROPP & FARR, comprising a pair of cufflinks and four waistcoat buttons, all of bicolour design with engine-turned finish, contained in fitted case by Longman & Strongi ‘Th’ Arm Ltd., cufflink panel length 7mm. £600–£800 Longman & Strongi ’Th’ Arm. was a British firm of elite seal engravers, jewellers, silversmiths, die-sinkers and medallists, and held the Royal Warrant over multiple British monarchs from the late 18th to mid 20th centuries.
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A PAIR OF ENAMEL AND DIAMOND CUFFLINKS, the oval panels with red and white enamel decoration, each centred with old brilliant-cut diamonds, to single-link connectors, panel length 16mm. £600–£800
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TWO PAIRS OF 9CT GOLD CUFFLINKS, the first composed of engine-turned rectangular panels, the second, of rectangular panels with canted corners, by Walker & Hall, both with Birmingham hallmark, both with chain connectors, panel lengths 12mm and 11mm. £300–£400
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A COLLECTION OF ANTIQUE STICKPINS, to include a pin modelled as a eagle’s claw grasping an old brilliant-cut diamond, a gem-set clover pin, a horseshoe pin set with old brilliant-cut diamonds, a hunting horn pin, a fox pin, a pin with a pearl and rose-cut diamond terminal, and various gem-set examples, etc., (pearls untested), various lengths. (12) £400–£600
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REGIMENTAL INTEREST: AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY ROYAL ARTILLERY SWEETHEART BROOCH, with red and blue enamel detailing, the crown surmount and artillery gun set with rose and single-cut diamonds, with rotating artillery wheel, mounted in platinum and gold, fitted case by The Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Co. Ltd, dimensions 28 x 39mm. £400–£600
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REGIMENTAL INTEREST: AN ENAMEL AND DIAMOND COLDSTREAM GUARDS SWEETHEART BROOCH, the star set throughout with rose-cut diamonds, to a polychrome enamelled Garter and cross, the motto reading ‘HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE’, cased by Carrington & Co. Ltd.’, length 29mm. £150–£200
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A PAIR OF MINIMA YACHT CLUB CUFFLINKS BY BENZIE OF COWES, the oval panels with polychrome enamel flags, to figure-of-eight connectors, signed ‘BENZIE / COWES’, stamped ‘15CT’, panel length 18mm. £400–£600
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A COLLECTION OF ANTIQUE STICKPINS, comprising various gem-set examples including an opal cabochon, a moonstone and diamond example and a turquoise orb, etc., (turquoise and pearls untested), various lengths. (8) £500–£800
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AN AMETHYST AND PEARL NECKLACE, the centrepiece converted from another jewel, the oval-cut amethyst, measuring approximately 32 x 27mm, within a border of pearls, later mounted to a two row cultured pearl necklace, stamped ‘585’, (pearls untested), necklace length 45cm. £400–£600
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A PAIR OF AMETHYST AND DIAMOND CLUSTER EAR CLIPS, the circular-cut amethysts within a surround of single-cut diamonds, to hinge and post fittings, stamped ‘750’, diameter 19mm. £500–£700
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A TRACK-LINK BRACELET, with polished finish, rubbed Italian assay mark possibly for Bellinaso Otello, stamped ‘750’, length 19.5cm. £800–£1,000
All lots are subject to extra charges which may be viewed in Ts and Cs 3, 4, 5 and 10 at the back of this catalogue.
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AN AMETHYST EARRING, PENDANT AND RING SUITE, the oval mixed-cut amethyst claw-set within a braided ropetwist surround, to a ropetwist chain, the earrings and ring en suite, earring length 22mm, pendant length 26cm, ring size R. £2,000–£2,400 According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer the suite is testing as between 19-20ct gold
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AN AMETHYST BRACELET, the oval amethyst cabochons claw-set between openwork scrolled panels, length 22cm. £300–£500
All lots are subject to extra charges which may be viewed in Ts and Cs 3, 4, 5 and 10 at the back of this catalogue.
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A 9CT GOLD NOVELTY BROOCH BY HARRIET GLEN, 1984, realistically modelled as a horse and jockey at full gallop, maker’s mark ‘HG’, London hallmark, length 35mm. £300–£400
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A HALF SOVEREIGN BAR BROOCH, the half sovereign, 1914, applied to a bar brooch stamped ‘9ct’, and a 9ct gold mounted yellow paste swivel fob seal, hallmarked for Chester 1912, lengths 42mm and 32mm. (2) £260–£360
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TWO PAIRS OF CUFFLINKS, the first with sugarloaf moonstone cabochons, to single link connectors, the second with carnelian cabochons within polished roundels, to S-shaped connectors, terminal lengths 13mm. £300–£500
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A PAIR OF CUFFLINKS, the bombé domed terminals inset with two lines of alternating square-cut gemstones and rose-cut diamonds, stamped ‘18ct’, with later swivel connections, terminal diameter 11mm. £100–£200
45
A 9CT GOLD BRACELET AND NECKLACE SUITE, of polished belcher-link design, Birmingham hallmarks, European convention marks, bracelet length 18cm, necklace 46cm. £1,000–£1,200
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46
A LATE 19TH CENTURY NOVELTY STOCK PIN / JABOT PIN, modelled as a greyhound chasing a hare, both with a ruby cabochon eye, realistically modelled with textured fur, gold mounted, stamped ‘10ct’, in fitted case by Reid & Sons, Newcastle upon Tyne, length 7.8cm. £260–£300
47
TWO 9CT GOLD AND GARNET RINGS, the first an oval mixed-cut garnet three stone ring, London hallmark, the second a diamond and gem-set dress ring, European convention mark, ring sizes N and Q. £180–£220
48
AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY OPAL AND DIAMOND RING, the opal cabochon claw-set between single-cut diamond shoulders, stamped ‘18CT PLAT’, (one diamond deficient), ring size N. £200–£300
49
AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY REVERSE PAINTED CRYSTAL INTAGLIO STICKPIN, depicting the head of the chestnut stallion, ‘STAR OF THE EAST’, within a ropetwist and beaded surround, mounted in gold, cased, terminal diameter 18mm. £400–£600 STAR OF THE EAST was an American racehorse famed in the early 1900s. Foaled in 1906, his owner was HARRY PAYNE WHITNEY (1872–1930), American businessman and thoroughbred horse breeder and member of the prominent Whitney family. Eldest son of William C. Whitney, the United States Secretary of the Navy, Harry married Gertrude Vanderbilt in 1896. Having inherited a vast fortune from his father and uncle, Harry was reputedly ‘one of the richest men in America’. (New York Times, 27 October 1930). An avid sportsman, Harry was a major figure in thoroughbred racing. His horse, Star of the East, was a high-class handicap horse, trained by James Rowe Sr., and raced against the best of his generation, primarily between the years 1909–1911. The horse appears in American racing histories and is mentioned alongside Whitney’s successful winners, including Whisk Broom II and Borrow.
50
A MODERNIST PENDANT, of abstract design, composed of articulated panels of polished and textured tapered batons, to a cable-link chain with ropetwist finish, maker’s mark ‘AR’, stamped ‘835’, pendant length including bale 8.6cm. £80–£120
51
A PAIR OF CUFFLINKS, of curb-link design, to chain connectors, stamped ‘18’, panel length 29mm. £1,000–£1,200
52
TWO BROOCHES, comprising a smoky quartz brooch by Eero Rislakki, 1961, of openwork abstract form, Helsinki assay mark, and an openwork hoop brooch, stamped ‘K18’, Swedish assay mark, lengths 41.5mm and 37mm. £800–£1,000
53
A SILVER ABSTRACT BROOCH BY ERNEST BLYTH FOR IVAN TARRATT LTD, composed of intersecting concave links, with designer’s facsimile signature, Birmingham hallmark for 1989, a Finnish silver brooch by Lapponia, of linear design, part textured, with European convention mark, maker’s mark, date code for 1997, and a pair of Danish silver cufflinks by Bent Knudsen, stamped ‘Bent K’, numbered ‘52’, width 40mm, length 11.5cm. (3) £80–£100
54
A STEEL AND GOLD CHAIN NECKLACE, composed of polished steel batons between gold ring links, clasp stamped ‘18k’, length 42.5cm. £100–£200
55
A PAIR OF LATE 19TH CENTURY BANDED AGATE EAR PENDANTS, set with banded onyx beads, each with a cap suspending tapered pendant drops below, mounted in silver gilt, length 5.7cm. £80–£120 According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer, the hooks are testing as silver gilt.
56
A 19TH CENTURY SCOTTISH SGIAN DUBH BROOCH, set throughout with vari-coloured agates including jasper, bloodstone and Montrose (blue lace) agate, the hilt with foiled crystal pommel, the pull off sheath revealing a concealed blade, mounted in silver with engraved foliate decoration, length 10cm. £300–£500
57
A 19TH CENTURY SCOTTISH HARDSTONE BROOCH/PENDANT, of circular form, centred with a claw-set circular-cut citrine, within a raised open surround inlaid with vari-coloured agate plaques, including bloodstone, jasper and Montrose (blue lace) agate, with scrolled and ‘knurled’ engraving throughout, mounted in gold, diameter 48mm. £600–£800 According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer, the brooch is testing as 9ct gold.
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58
A SILVER AND LAPIS LAZULI PENDANT, DESIGN NO. 40, BY GEORG JENSEN, POST 1945, the openwork quatrefoil flowerhead with an oval lapis lazuli cabochon to the centre, the petals issuing trefoils of further lapis lazuli cabochons, the whole suspending a similarly-set drop en suite, to a cable-link chain, stamped ‘GEORG JENSEN’ in an oval punch, ‘925S / DENMARK’, numbered ‘40’, pendant length 10.5cm, chain length 72cm. £500–£700 This pendant, design No. 40, was designed by Georg Jensen ca. 1913.
59
A PAIR OF CHRYSOPRASE AND SILVER EAR STUDS BY GEORG JENSEN, of flowerhead design, reverse signed, stamped ‘925 S, Denmark’, numbered ‘36’, to later post fittings, diameter 16mm. £80–£100
60
A PAIR OF MALACHITE CUFFLINKS, the malachite cabochons collet-set to single link connectors, panel diameter 12mm. £200–£300
61
A MALACHITE AND LAPIS LAZULI BEAD NECKLACE, comprising three strands of uniform spherical beads, with gold spacer beads, to a reeded spherical clasp, stamped ‘14k GR’, length 44cm. £100–£150
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62
A SILVER AND LABRADORITE NECKLACE, DESIGN NO. 6, BY GEORG JENSEN, 1933–1944, the series of stylised flowerheads alternating with a fringe of scrolled buds each issuing an oval labradorite cabochon, maker’s mark ‘GJ’ in a rectangular punch, stamped ‘925’ and ‘DENMARK’, numbered ‘6’, length 40cm. £600–£800 This necklace, design No. 6, was designed by Georg Jensen ca. 1910.
63
A CHRYSOPRASE NECKLACE, the cable-link chain spaced with oval polished chrysoprase beads, length 50cm. £200–£300
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JO HN DO NALD
64
AN AMETHYST DRESS RING BY JOHN DONALD, 2002, the oval mixed-cut amethyst set above pierced foliate shoulders, to reeded shank, mounted in 18ct gold, maker’s mark ‘JAD’, London hallmark, maker’s case, ring size N. £800–£1,000
65
A SILVER BROOCH BY JOHN DONALD, 1964, the concave circular brooch composed of polished batons against a heavily textured ground, maker’s mark ‘JAD’, London hallmark, diameter 45mm. £100–£200
66
AN EMERALD BRACELET BY JOHN DONALD, 1989, the oval textured ropetwist links each centred with an emerald cabochon, mounted in 18ct gold, maker’s mark ‘JAD’, London hallmark, length 17.5cm. £1,200–£1,800
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67
AN 18CT GOLD DIAMOND AND SAPPHIRE BROOCH BY DAVID THOMAS, 1967, of tiered abstract form, composed of staggered polished batons, centred with square-cut diamonds and sapphires, maker’s mark ‘DAT’, London hallmark, length 48mm. £2,000–£3,000
68
A DIAMOND AND SAPPHIRE RING BY KUTCHINSKY, of ribbed torque design, the crossover terminals inset with three brilliant-cut diamonds and three round mixed-cut sapphires, signed, maker’s mark, stamped ‘750’, with unassociated maker’s case, total diamond weight approximately 0.30 carat, ring size N½. £700–£900
69
AN 18CT GOLD AND DIAMOND BAND RING BY KUTCHINSKY, 1962, the broad band with textured finish and brilliant-cut diamond highlights, signed ‘Kutchinsky’, maker’s mark ‘KLd’, London hallmark, total diamond weight approximately 0.35 carat, ring size Q. £1,800–£2,200
70
TWO GEM-SET BROOCHES/PENDANTS, the first of openwork cartouche design, set throughout with seed pearls and circular-cut rubies, mounted in 9ct gold, rubbed London hallmark, the second of star form, set with graduated seed pearls and a central red paste, stamped ‘9CT’, (three seed pearls deficient), lengths including bales 37mm and 40mm. £600–£700
71
TWO GEM-SET RINGS, comprising an old brilliant-cut diamond five stone ring and an 18ct gold, half-pearl and rose-cut diamond ring, 1911, Birmingham hallmark, (pearls untested), total diamond weight approximately 0.65 carat, ring sizes Q and L. £600–£800
72
TWO RINGS, comprising an 18ct gold ring set to the front with an old brilliant-cut diamond, Birmingham hallmark, the second with alternating panels of red and blue enamel, ring sizes R and P. £300–£400
73
TWO DIAMOND RINGS, the first set with an old brilliant-cut diamond, the second with three brilliant-cut diamonds, stamped ‘18K’, Swedish assay mark, total diamond weight approximately 1.45 carats, ring sizes approximately T and O. £800–£1,200
74
AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY OPAL AND DIAMOND STICKPIN, the oval opal cabochon above an old brilliant-cut diamond, mounted in platinum and gold, in unfitted red leather case by Cartier, terminal length 10mm. £200–£300
75
AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY AMETHYST AND SEED PEARL PENDANT, of flowerhead design, the circular-cut amethyst within an openwork surround with seed pearl highlights, with corresponding drop below, to unassociated cable-link chain, pendant length including bale 5.1cm. £200–£300
76
A SPIDER AND WEB BROOCH/PENDANT, LATE 19TH / EARLY 20TH CENTURY, designed as a gold wirework cobweb applied with an aquamarine and seed pearl-set spider, maker’s mark ‘H & W’, stamped ‘9ct’, diameter 25mm. £100–£150
77
AN ANTIQUE DIAMOND FIVE STONE RING, set with a row of graduated old brilliant-cut diamonds, to a carved scroll gallery, mounted in gold, stamped ‘18CT’, total diamond weight approximately 0.80 carat, ring size N. £200–£300
78
A GEM-SET ACROSTIC RING, 1868, the seven stone ring set with a rose-cut diamond and graduated mixed-cut emerald, amethyst, ruby, emerald, sapphire and topaz to spell ‘DEAREST’, mounted in 15ct gold closed-back settings, between scrolled shoulders, Birmingham hallmark, ring size M–N. £700–£900
79
A COLLECTION OF ANTIQUE STICKPINS, comprising various gem-set examples including a star ruby and diamond example, a pearl and diamond cluster and an oval mixed-cut zircon, etc., (pearls untested), various lengths. (7) £500–£800
80
A RUBY AND DIAMOND SPRAY BROOCH, composed of cascading stylised leaves set with calibré-cut rubies and brilliant and single-cut diamonds, to a cluster of circular-cut rubies, stamped ‘PT’, total diamond weight approximately 1.60 carats, length 5.3cm. £1,000–£1,500
81
A DIAMOND RING, claw-set with a panel of six brilliant-cut diamonds, flanked each side by a further brilliant within tear-drop setting, the outer double ropetwist borders extending around the shank, total diamond weight approximately 1.00 carats, ring size O. £1,200–£1,500
82
A DIAMOND AND CULTURED PEARL DRESS RING, the central pearl within a diamond border of geometric outline, set with single-cut diamonds and edged with millegrain detail, with claw-set diamond highlight, to a wirework mount, approximate ring size I. £100–£150
83
AN ART DECO SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND DRESS RING, set to the front with a marquise-cut sapphire with tapered calibre-cut sapphires to either side, all within old brilliant and single-cut diamond surrounds, total diamond weight approximately 0.35 carat, ring size M (sizing beads). £300–£500
84
A GEM-SET HINGED CUFF BANGLE, composed of broad concave black panels edged by rose-cut diamonds, to inner pierced fish-scale lattice design, the upper section with scrollwork centrepiece set with further rose-cuts and vari-cut diamonds, the hinge with extending fitting, inner diameter 5.2cm. £600–£800
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85
A COLLAR NECKLACE, of continuous brick-link design, stamped ‘750’ and ‘Italy’, length 42.5cm. £1,400–£1,600
86
A PAIR OF MID 20TH CENTURY GEM-SET CLIPS, the reeded spokes leading to stylised fan-shaped clusters set with circular-cut sapphires, rubies and old brilliant-cut diamonds, stamped ‘DEPOSE’ (misstruck), length 24mm. £1,200–£1,500
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E ARLY RI NGS
87
A ROMAN GOLD AND INTAGLIO RING, CIRCA AD. 0-300, the tapering D-section hoop set with a flat topped dark cabochon stone probably banded agate, bearing the intaglio image of a Roman lyre, weight 7.4gm. £1,800–£2,400 Provenance: This ring is a detectorist find discovered in Shifnal, Shropshire in December 2025. It has been recorded on the Portable Antiquities Scheme database, ref: WMID-623B6A and disclaimed as Treasure, ref: 2026-T35. The lyre is an ancient stringed instrument; in Roman culture it symbolised divine harmony, wisdom, moderation and the triumph of order over chaos. Adopted from Greek mythology into Roman art and literature, it was one of the attributes of the god Apollo, representing poetry, prophetic truth and balance. Finger rings of Guiraud’s (1989) Type 2 are a well-known Roman type dating from the first to early third centuries, but examples in gold are uncommon.
88
A MIDDLE BRONZE AGE COPPER ALLOY PIN, CIRCA 1500-1200 BC., the flat ring head to a circular section tapering pin, length 100.4mm, weight 17.2gm. £80–£100
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89
A FINE MEDIEVAL HARDSTONE INTAGLIO SET GOLD SEAL RING, 13TH / 14TH CENTURY, the oval bezel set with a carnelian intaglio engraved with image of a griffin walking left (passant, à sinister), the gold bezel with flat border inscribed in retrograde Lombardic script ‘*GRIFFVnMATILIELEMATILIOVR’, ring shank lacking, but the shoulders remaining to reverse of bezel, bezel length 19.74mm, width 16.28mm, weight 2.43gm. £10,000–£12,000 Provenance: This ring is a detectorist find discovered in Stoke Ash, Suffolk in 2023. It is recorded on the Portable Antiquities Scheme database, ref: SF-0F739C and disclaimed as Treasure, ref: 2024 T440.
The inscription possibly translates as ‘GRIFFIN - MATILDA - THE - MATERNAL COUNTESS’. The GRIFFIN is a legendary creature with the body and back legs of a lion, and the head and wings, and usually talons of an eagle. Whilst it was derived from classical culture, it remained a potent symbol in the medieval period, particularly in heraldry, combining in one creature the king of the beasts and the king of the birds. Fine gold mounted Medieval seals are rare items, and an example mounted as a ring is rarer still. Marion Campbell notes that the impression from such seals set as finger rings would be smaller, meaning they were seen as more personal and informal. Campbell, M., Medieval Jewellery in Europe, 1100–1500, V&A, 2009.
Actual size
90
A MEDIEVAL GARNET RING, CIRCA AD. 1200-1400, the narrow gold band flaring to shoulders with stippled decoration, the bezel set with an oval garnet, within a quatrefoil lobed setting, ring size N½, weight 1.49gm. £600–£800 Provenance: This ring is a detectorist find discovered near Selby, North Yorkshire in 2023. It is recorded on the Portable Antiquities Scheme database ref: YORYM-613F6B and disclaimed as Treasure, ref: 2023-T1206.
91
A LATE 13TH / 14TH CENTURY SILVER ANNULAR ZOOMORPHIC BROOCH, the flat backed circular brooch in the form of two confronting double-headed animals, the scale textured bodies to four stylised beast heads retaining gilding, the tapered pin with wrapover hinge sitting within a recess of the hoop, diameter 14mm, weight 0.6gm. £60–£80 Provenance: This brooch was discovered in Nottinghamshire in the 1980s.
92
TWO MEDIEVAL ANNULAR BROOCHES, CIRCA AD. 1200–1400, the first silver, comprising a circular beaded hoop spanned by a tapered pin with wrapover terminal; the second bronze, rectangular in cross section with hatched decoration to the front, narrowing where the tapered pin attaches, first diameter 15mm, weight 1.5gm, second diameter 38mm, thickness 3mm, weight 11.5gm. £40–£60
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93
A 15TH CENTURY ENAMELLED BAND RING, CIRCA AD. 1400-1500, the flat band enamelled to the exterior with red ‘blood of Christ’ droplets against a blue enamel ground (some loss), the interior inscribed in black letter script ‘A VOUS CERUIL UIEIL OBEIR’ - translating as ‘In serving you I wish to obey’, ring size K, band width 4.5mm, weight 3.5gm. £5,000–£7,000 Provenance: This ring is a detectorist find, discovered in West Harlsey, North Yorkshire in 2024. It has been recorded on the Portable Antiquities Scheme database ref: DUR-3F4083 and disclaimed as Treasure ref: 2024-T357.
During the Medieval period there was a shift in tone in Christian devotion, from a focus on the Christus triumphans, conquering death in the 12th century, towards an emphasis on Christ’s bodily suffering in order to bring redemption to the world. There was a focus on the five wounds of the crucifixion and the blood shed by Christ, and this is seen in illustrations in manuscripts and in pieces of personal devotional jewellery, such as this ring. Also at this time religious guilds were popular. One such was the Corpus Christi Guild, which focused on the Feast of Corpus Christi: Dies sanctissimi Corporis et Sanguinis Domini Iesu Christi - They of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Jesus Christ the Lord. The Corpus Christi Guild at York was founded in 1408 and by the dissolution had 17,000 members, including James Strangeways of Harlsey Castle, West Harsley, and his second wife Elizabeth Eure (see footnote to lot 99 for further details).
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94
AN ELIZABETHAN GOLD BUTTON, CIRCA 1550-1600, of heptafoil flowerhead outline with domed centre, applied wirework decoration forming cells, some retaining original enamel (black and possibly some white), with a wire loop fitting verso, diameter 17.5mm, weight 1.7gm. £200–£300 Provenance: From an old Private Collection. For a button of similar style preserved in the Cheapside Hoard, see Forsyth, H., London’s Lost Jewels, pub. Museum of London, 2013, p195.
95
A SMALL GOLD LINK/PENDANT, TUDOR OR MEDIEVAL, composed of a twisted gold wire ring between two plain wire borders, around a central cross motif of similarly twisted gold wire, with a further small twisted wire hoop to the centre and an applied gold bead/pellet at the junction of each arm to the outer ring, the fitting to the reverse with curled loop to either end, indicating it could be worn strung on a cord or linked to further elements, length 10.9mm, weight 1.09gm. £100–£150 Provenance: This item was discovered in Tilbrook, Cambridgeshire, prior to 1992. It is recorded on the Portable Antiquities Scheme database ref: DENO-42FE51.
96
A TUDOR SILVER GILT DRESS PIN, CIRCA AD. 1500-1600, the spherical terminal with applied wirework decoration comprising filigree circles each containing a further filigree trefoil, with further applied beads between, to a tapered pin with further attachment loop to the base of the pin head, total length 75mm, pin head diameter 11mm. £80–£100
97
A LARGE TRIPLE PANEL ICONOGRAPHIC RING, CIRCA AD. 1400-1500, depicting to the centre the ‘Throne of Mercy’ with God the Father above the torso of the crucified Christ, between St Catherine holding a book (left) and St George and the dragon (right), to shoulders with floral sprays (possibly pansies) with portions of green and white enamel remaining, the interior inscribed in black letter script ‘JOI A R FIN’, ring size O, width of front panel 9mm, ring diameter 21.3mm, weight 9.9gm. £2,000–£3,000
Specific only to the United Kingdom, iconographic rings were highly personal pieces of Medieval devotional jewellery. Worn against the skin and depicting specially selected saints, they aided the owner of the ring in their prayers and in their requests for saintly intervention. The Holy Trinity, St Catherine (a virgin martyr who shattered the wheel upon which she was tortured and patron saint of female wisdom) and St George (the fearless knight who slayed a dragon, and the patron saint of England) were all popular choices. The posy ‘joi sans fin’ - joy without end, can be found on other medieval posy rings, and this posy presumably means something similar. The phrase occurs in the last prayer of the Fifteen Signs of the Last Judgement: Les bons auront pour leurs bienfaiz joye sans fin ou ciel la sus - For their charitable good deeds, the good will have joy without end in heaven above. See: Hindman, S. Medieval Iconographic Rings: Constructing a Cultural Context. LITERATURE Hindman, S., Medieval Iconographic Rings: constructing a Cultural Context
98
A LARGE TRIPLE PANEL ICONOGRAPHIC RING, CIRCA AD. 1400-1500, depicting to the centre St Christopher carrying the infant Christ, between St Catherine with wheel (left) and St Barbara, in front of windowed tower (right), between spiralling shoulders of foliate sprays with beaded ribs, the inside of the band inscribed in black letter script ‘DE BON CUER’, ring size U, panel width at front 10mm, ring diameter 23.8mm, weight 16.6gm. £4,000–£6,000
ST. BARBARA OF NICOMEDIA was the daughter of a rich pagan who kept her locked in a tower, despite which she secretly converted to Christianity. During building work, she requested three windows rather than two (to represent the Holy Trinity) and revealed her faith. She was imprisoned and tortured, but miraculously healed from her wounds each night. Eventually her execution was ordered and she was beheaded by her own father - who, as divine punishment, was struck by lightning on his return home. She was venerated for protection against sudden death (meaning, without the opportunity for final confession). ST CHRISTOPHER was a giant of a man who, after converting to Christianity devoted his life to carrying travellers across a river, including one day the infant Jesus. He is the patron saint of travellers.
99
A LATE MEDIEVAL ICONOGRAPHIC RING OF ST MARGARET OF ANTIOCH, CIRCA AD. 1400-1500, the sub-oval bezel finely incised with the image of St Margaret of Antioch, nimbate and in flowing robes, carrying a cross, a dragon coiled at her feet, between spiralling shoulders topped with white enamelled scallops (three of four retaining enamel), above foliate details, the back of the band with spiralling groove decoration, ring size approximately H - I (dented to one shoulder), weight 3.9gm. £4,000–£6,000 Provenance: This ring is a detectorist find, discovered in West Harlsey, North Yorkshire in 2024. It has been recorded on the Portable Antiquities Scheme database ref: DUR-B3B577 and disclaimed as Treasure ref: 2024-T842.
Now considered a mythical figure, ST MARGARET OF ANTIOCH was highly venerated in the Medieval period, and was supposed to have appeared to Joan of Arc in 1428. She was particularly called on by women experiencing child birth. She was the daughter of a pagan priest, but was inducted into the Christian faith by her wet nurse, who raised her after her mother died in childbirth. She pledged her virginity to Christ, which led to disownment by her father, and when she refused to marry the Roman governor, she was imprisoned. She endured torture, but survived by the power of various miracles, most famous recorded that Satan appeared in her prison cell in the form of a serpent or dragon, and subsequently swallowed her. She burst forth from his belly after irritating his innards with the cross she carried, this leading to her future association with childbirth. She was eventually beheaded. This ring and the Medieval enamelled band ring, (lot 93,) were both discovered in West Harlsey in North Yorkshire. In 1423 the manor of West Harlsey was purchased by Sir James Strangeways of Whorlton (approximately five miles to the east), who built and lived in Harlsey Castle. He was succeeded by his son, also Sir James (1410–1516). The younger James was a King’s serjeant and was High Sheriff for Yorkshire 1446, 1453 and 1469 and MP for the same, 1449, 1460 and 1460. As a Justice of the Peace and a Yorkist, Strangeways (younger) was charged with rounding up and arresting Lancastrian knights. For his loyalty, he was appointed Speaker of the House of Commons by Edward IV in 1461. Strangeways (younger) married twice; first to Elizabeth Darcy (1417–61), daughter of Sir Philip Darcy, 6th Baron Darcy of Knayth. She gave him at least 11 sons and four daughters. His second wife was Elizabeth Eure (1444-81), the daughter of Ralph, Lord Eure of Berwick Castle, by whom he had three further children.
100
AN EARLY 15TH CENTURY POSY RING, the flat band inscribed to the exterior in French black letter script ‘+ VOUS ET ESCRIVANT MON CUER’, translating as ‘You are written on my heart’, ring size Q, band width 5mm, weight 5.5gm. £2,600–£3,000 Provenance: From a Private Collection. This expression of devotion reflects a central theme of Medieval Courtly love; the ideal chivalrous male will devote his life to the lady whom he loves, undertaking trials (tournaments) in order to prove himself worthy of her.
101
A GOLD POSY RING, AD. 1550–1650, the broad plain band engraved to the interior with double row inscription in seriffed Roman capitals reading: ‘BE * TRVE * IN* HART * C*D WHOS* LOVE * THOV * ART*’, ring size R, band width 5.8mm, weight 10.2gm. £1,500–£2,000 Provenance: This ring is a detectorist find discovered in Watchet, Somerset on 28 June 2023. It is recorded on the Portable Antiquities Scheme database ref: NMGW-55F4E3 and disclaimed as Treasure ref: 2023 T643.
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102
A 17TH / 18TH CENTURY GOLD POSY RING, the exterior incised with repeating rosettes flanked by scrolls, the interior inscribed in italic script ‘YOUR SIGHT IS MY DELIGHT’, with long ‘S’, bearing traces of black enamel, ring size H½, width 2.9mm, weight 1.4gm. £300–£400 Provenance: This ring is a detectorist find, discovered in Alderbury, Wiltshire in 2023. It has been recorded on the Portable Antiquities Scheme database ref: SUR-03E002 and disclaimed as Treasure ref: 2023 T1240. A posy ring with a similar inscription ‘In thy sight is my delight’ held in the British Museum’s collection, ref: AF.1301, is dated to the 17th / 18th century. A posy ring engraved ‘Your sight, my delight’ is recorded in the Commonplace Book of 1633. See: Evans, J. English Posies and Posy Rings, pub. OUP, 1931, p.111.
103
A 17TH CENTURY GOLD POSY RING, the plain band inscribed to the interior in italic script ‘A FRENDS * GIFT’ and bearing maker’s mark ‘I’ in shaped punch, ring size G, weight 2.2gm. £300–£500 Provenance: This ring was discovered near Little Lawford, Warwickshire in January 2025. It has been disclaimed as Treasure, ref: 2025-T96, and is awaiting publication on the Portable Antiquities Scheme database.
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SERJ EANT-AT-LAW RI NG
104
A LATE MEDIEVAL SERJEANT-AT-LAW RING, CIRCA AD. 1510–1540, the flat gold band inscribed to the exterior in Lombardic script ‘VIVAT REX ET LEX’, between perpendicular striated borders, ring size R, weight 5.4gm. £2,800–£3,400 Provenance: From a Private Collection. The order of the Coif, more commonly known as ‘Sergeants at Law’, dates back to approximately 1300, making it the oldest royally created order. Sergeants were lawyers with exclusive jurisdiction over the Court of Common Pleas, also sitting on the Court of King’s Bench and the Exchequer of Pleas. Only sergeants could become judges and they wore a distinguishing black and white skullcap. Sergeants were the only lawyers to argue in court and so precipitated the separate role of the Barrister. New candidates were selected by existing sergeants and appointed by the Lord Chancellor, which was intended to keep selection apolitical and the judiciary neutral. The Judicature Act of 1875 ended the practice of appointing new Sergeants. Upon their promotion Sergeants would, by duty, give a feast and distribute gold rings to close associates, also to a list of prescribed recipients including the monarch, the Lord Chancellor, fellow sergeants, etc. This practice dates back at least to 1390, although the practice of inscribing these rings with a motto in praise of the Law and the Regent began in the 15th century. The earliest examples (prior to 1540), such as this ring, are all inscribed ‘VIVAT REX ET LEX’, translating as ‘Long live the king and the law’, the words spaced with cinquefoil flowerheads. From 1540 onwards the mottos differ and are generally specific to each intake. There are five recorded ‘Vivat’ rings in museums, the earliest using black letter script, the remainder (circa 1500–1540) using Lombardic script, most similarly decorated with striated borders.
105
A 17TH CENTURY SILVER GILT BODKIN OR HAIR PIN, the terminal in the form of two hearts with wigglework decoration, with round pierced hole, (shaft bent), length approximately 13.5cm. £80–£100
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106
AN EARLY 17TH CENTURY SILVER HAWKING VERVEL FOR JOHN WINGATE OF BEDFORDSHIRE, CIRCA 1600-1650, a Lewis and Richardson, Type Ci vervel, the shield engraved with the crest of a hind’s head (ad sinistra), the band engraved in italic script ‘JOHN WINGATE OF’, shield 9.5 x 7.8mm, band diameter 10mm, band width 2.5mm, weight 1gm. £2,000–£3,000 Fairbank’s Book of Crests lists ‘Wingate, Beds, a hind’s head, couped..’. See pl. 21, cr 9. John Wingate (died 1644) lived at Hartlington Manor, Bedfordshire. The Wingate family of Bedfordshire included Frances Wingate, Justice of the Peace, famous for incarcerating St John Bunyan, and Edmund Wingate (1596–1656), a mathematical and legal writer and Member of Parliament.
107
AN EARLY 18TH CENTURY GOLD MEMENTO MORI RING, the gold band with an engraved skull motif, retaining traces of black enamel, the interior of the band inscribed in italic script ‘I:T:ob:10 Aug:1710 æt 26’, with maker’s mark ‘JC’ or ‘IC’ in Gothic capitals in rectangular punch, ring compressed. £500-£800 Provenance: This ring was a detectorist find, likely from the locality of Selsey Bill, West Sussex, discovered pre-1996. The term memento mori translates as ‘remember you will die’. The skull motif to the exterior serves as a reminder to the wearer that they too will meet their maker and face a final judgement, hence to live their life accordingly. In the late 17th and early 18th centuries these band rings were often bequeathed in wills, and are inscribed with the initials, date of death and age of the deceased.
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108
AN AMETHYST PENDANT BY CARRERA Y CARRERA, the buff top amethyst within a mount designed as twin panther masks, with matte and polished finish, to an 18ct gold spiga-link chain, signed ‘CyC’, numbered ‘249600’, London hallmark, length 23.5cm. £600–£800
109
A DIAMOND HALF ETERNITY RING, channel-set to the front with brilliant-cut diamonds, stamped ‘18K’, total diamond weight approximately 1.00 carat, ring size M½. £500–£700
110
AN 18CT WHITE GOLD AND DIAMOND THREE STONE RING, 1981, claw-set with old brilliant and brilliant-cut diamonds, London hallmark, sponsor’s mark ‘JHL’, total diamond weight approximately 1.15 carats, ring size N. £1,200–£1,600
111
A PLATINUM BAND, of plain polished design, rubbed hallmark, ring size L. £150–£200
112
A CULTURED PEARL SET NECKLACE, composed of small cultured pearls each between reeded caps, 22ct gold mounted, clasp with UK import marks, length 67cm. £200–£300
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113
AN AMETHYST NECKLACE, the oval mixed-cut amethysts spectacle-set between lozenge-shaped lattice links, with central pendant drop of conforming design, and S-shaped clasp, silver mounted, length 54.5cm. £600–£800 According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer the lattice links are testing as silver.
114
A PINK SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND CLUSTER BRACELET, the graduated oval mixed-cut pink sapphires within brilliant-cut diamond surrounds, mounted in 18ct gold, rubbed UK hallmark, stamped ‘2.65’ and ‘9.17’ indicating gemstone weights, length 18cm. £3,000–£4,000
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115
A JADE NECKLACE, composed of vari-coloured jade convex panels, with chain connectors between, clasp stamped ‘14K 585’, (some damage to connecting links), (jade untested), length approximately 41cm. £200–£300
116
AN EMERALD BEAD BRACELET, the four rows of graduated emerald beads leading to a pierced vari gem-set gold plated clasp, length 19cm. £200–£300
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117
TWO MID 20TH CENTURY PENDANTS, the first designed as an applied vari-coloured gem-set rickshaw, with articulated wheel, stamped ‘14K’, the second an openwork circular pendant with a central cluster of green and blue chalcedony cabochons, to a wirework surround and ropetwist outer border, pendant lengths 44mm and 38mm. £800–£1,000
118
A MID 20TH CENTURY SYNTHETIC RUBY AND DIAMOND DRESS RING, of odeonesque design, set with vari-cut synthetic rubies, a baguette-cut diamond and old brilliant-cut diamonds, stamped ‘PL’, total diamond weight approximately 1.10 carats, ring size K. £400–£500
119
A SYNTHETIC RUBY ETERNITY RING, set with calibrécut rubies in a mount with engraved zigzag detail, stamped ‘9ct’, ring size N–O. £150–£200
120
A RUBY DRESS RING, CIRCA 1960, of bombé design and set with circularcut rubies, between looped shoulders, stamped ‘18CT’, ring size I. £400–£600
121
A FANCY-LINK BRACELET, the lozenge and V-shaped links with alternating polished and textured finishes, maker’s mark for Masanello Alessandro, Italian assay mark, stamped ‘750’, length 19cm. £400–£500
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122 Y
A PAIR OF CORAL EAR CLIPS, the reeded coral ‘Corallium rubrum’ cabochons within horseshoe-shaped mounts with applied beaded and ropetwist decoration, Egyptian assay mark, length 33.5mm. £1,200–£1,500 According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer the earrings are testing between 16ct–18ct gold.
123
AN 18CT GOLD AND TOURMALINE DRESS RING, 1989, set with an oval mixed-cut tourmaline between shoulders set with circular-cut tourmaline clusters, UK hallmark, ring size Q. £180–£240
124 Y
A PAIR OF CORAL EAR PENDANTS, the surmounts set with a round coral ‘Corallium rubrum’ bead, suspending a similar drop below, set beneath a pierced decorated cap, on screw fittings, gold mounted, length 38mm. £400–£600
According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer, the earring mounts are testing as 8ct gold for the claw settings (top coral beads only), the remaining gold testing as 17ct gold.
125
Y A CORAL DRESS RING, the coral ‘Corallium rubrum’ cabochon within collet mount, the under bezel pierced with flowerhead design, gold mounted, ring size Q½. £300–£500
126
A ROPETWIST CHAIN, to polished barrel clasp, stamped ‘750’, length 60cm.
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£700–£900
127 Y
A CORAL CHOKER NECKLACE, the slightly graduating flattened coral ‘Corallium rubrum’ beads between engraved gold spacers, on mesh wirework chain, to bead clasp, length 40cm. £1,500–£2,000
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128
A CULTURED PEARL THREE ROW NECKLACE, the uniform strands of cultured pearls to an early 19th century garnet flowerhead clasp, mounted in gold, length 41cm. £200–£300
129
TWO GEM-SET BROOCHES, comprising a bar brooch, centred with an octagonal-cut aquamarine, stamped ‘18CT’, and a late 19th century brooch set with an oval mixed-cut citrine within raised triangular feature claws, stamped ‘15C’, lengths 51mm and 32mm. £500–£700
130
TWO NECKLACES, the first a flattened curb-link chain necklace by Societa’ Centro Orafa, stamped ‘750’, Italian assay mark, the second a single row cultured pearl necklace, to a clasp with starburst design, stamped ‘750’, lengths 53cm and 52cm. £500–£700 According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer, the curb-link chain necklace is testing as 17ct gold.
131
A FLORAL PENDANT AND FANCYLINK CHAIN, the openwork floral pendant suspended from a curb-link chain, stamped ‘18K’, Swedish assay mark, and a fancy anchor-link chain, stamped ‘750’, pendant length including bale 44mm, chain length 42cm. £300–£400
132
A TWO STONE DIAMOND CROSSOVER RING, claw set with a cushion-cut and an old mine-cut diamond, shank stamped ‘750’, total diamond weight approximately 0.70–0.80 carat, ring size N½. £300–£400
133
TWO DIAMOND RINGS, the first set with three brilliantcut diamonds in platinum, London hallmark for 2002, the second set with a single brilliant-cut diamond, total diamond weight approximately 1.20 carats, ring sizes O and L½. £300–£500
134
A GOLD HINGED BANGLE, engraved to the front with black enamelled geometric design incorporating entwined oak leaves and acorns, the reverse with daffodil flowerheads amidst foliage, against a textured ground, with safety chain, inner diameter 5.4cm. £400–£600
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135
AN EMERALD AND DIAMOND DRESS RING, set with alternating step-cut emeralds and step-cut diamonds, total diamond weight approximately 0.80 carat, ring size O. £1,600–£2,000
136
A 14CT WHITE GOLD AND DIAMOND HALF ETERNITY RING, channel-set to the front with alternating baguette and brilliant-cut diamonds, within partial millegrain border, London hallmark, total diamond weight approximately 1.00 carats, ring size T½. £800–£1,000
137
A SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND CLUSTER RING, the tiered cluster set with a circular-cut sapphire within a double surround of single-cut diamonds, stamped ‘18K’, ring size N. £200–£300
138
AN 18CT GOLD AND DIAMOND HALF ETERNITY RING, 1975, set to the front with brilliant-cut diamonds, the sides engraved with scrolled detailing, maker’s mark ‘H&M’, London hallmark, total diamond weight approximately 1.00 carat, ring size Q. £700–£1,200
139
A DIAMOND CLUSTER RING, the central oval-cut diamond, weighing 1.00 carat, within a halo surround of brilliant-cut diamonds, between similarly-set shoulders, platinum mounted, total diamond weight approximately 1.90 carats, ring size I½. £2,200–£2,800 Accompanied by a report by GIA stating the oval brilliant-cut diamond weighing 1.00 carat, is D colour, VS2 clarity. Report number 75761775, dated 24 December 2015.
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140
A PAIR OF 18CT GOLD AND DIAMOND EARRINGS, 2003, of crossover design, pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds, maker’s mark, London hallmark, total diamond weight approximately 0.60 carat, length 19mm. £500–£700
141
A DIAMOND RING, the oval-cut diamond, weighing 0.73 carat, between stepped baguette-cut diamond shoulders, ring size L. £1,000–£1,500 The oval-cut diamond has a laser inscribed girdle reading ‘GIA 1116890258’. The corresponding dossier on the GIA website states that the diamond is H colour, VS1 clarity.
142
A DIAMOND THREE STONE RING, the central princess-cut diamond between two pearcut diamonds, stamped ‘18K’ & ‘750’, total diamond weight approximately 1.10 carats, ring size N. £1,000–£1,200
143
A DIAMOND ‘D’AMOUR’ PENDANT BY CARTIER, the faceted cable-link chain leading to a brilliant-cut diamond, weighing approximately 0.18 carat, rubover-set in a reeded mount, stamped ‘Au750’, signed ‘Cartier’, numbered ‘827BTU’, Italian assay marks, maker’s pouch, length 41cm. £300–£500
144
AN 18CT GOLD AND DIAMOND CLUSTER PENDANT, set throughout with brilliant-cut diamonds, rubbed London hallmark, stamped ‘1.00’, total diamond weight approximately 1.00 carat, length including bale 20mm. £400–£500
145
AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY TWO STONE DIAMOND CROSSOVER RING, claw-set with two brilliant-cut diamonds, platinum mounted, maker’s mark ‘W.E.W. Ld’, total diamond weight approximately 1.00 carat, ring size N½.£260–£360
146
A SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING, set with five ovalcut sapphires with brilliant-cut diamonds between, stamped ‘750’, ring size O. £800–£1,000
147
A DIAMOND FIVE STONE RING, set with graduated old brilliant-cut diamonds, stamped ‘18CT’ & ‘PLAT’, total diamond weight approximately 1.95 carats, ring size S. £1,200–£1,500
148
A BRACELET, set with links of scarab design, inset with turquoise-coloured cabochon highlights, with hook clasp, length 18.5cm. £100–£200
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149
A SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND HEART PENDANT, set with calibré-cut sapphires and brilliant-cut diamonds, to a box-link chain, stamped ‘750’, pendant length 23mm. £800–£1,000
150
A DIAMOND SINGLE STONE RING, set with a transitional-cut diamond in 18ct gold, UK hallmark, diamond weight approximately 1.6 carats, ring size L–M. £2,400–£3,000
151
A DIAMOND AND PLATINUM CLUSTER RING, the central brilliant-cut diamond, weighing 0.51 carat, within a double border of similarly-cut diamonds, the openwork mount with diamond highlights to each side, between corresponding diamond-set shoulders, Birmingham hallmark, ring size P. £400–£600 Accompanied by a COPY of the GIA report confirming the diamond weighing 0.51 carat is G colour and SI1 clarity. Report number 1169755396, dated 27 January 2014.
152
A DIAMOND SINGLE STONE RING, the old brilliant-cut diamond in a twist setting, Italian assay mark, stamped ‘750’, diamond weight approximately 0.95 carat, ring size L. £1,200–£1,400
153
A CONTINUOUS UNIFORM CULTURED PEARL NECKLACE, and a similar shorter cultured pearl necklace to a 9ct gold mounted cluster clasp, lengths 72cm and 34.5cm. (2) £300–£400
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154
A DIAMOND DRESS RING, the oval plaque set with vari-cut diamonds, to a tapered band, total diamond weight approximately 0.80 carat, ring size R. £1,500–£1,800 According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer, the ring is testing as 18ct gold.
155
A MODERNIST DRESS RING, the shaped band with pierced circle and demi-lune detail, indistinct maker’s mark, possible assay mark ‘h’, stamped ‘18’, ring size M–N. £400–£600
156
AN 18CT GOLD ‘LOVE’ BANGLE BY CARTIER, the polished bangle with screwhead motifs, signed ‘Cartier’, serial number ‘DRB951’, size 18, Swiss assay marks, European convention marks, original case with screwdriver, inner dimensions 5 x 6cm. £1,800–£2,600 Provenance: Purchased 22 April 2017 from Cartier at Selfridges, London. Accompanied by certificate of authenticity.
157
A MID 20TH CENTURY RUBY AND DIAMOND BROOCH, of polished ribbon design, with brilliant-cut diamonds to the centre and issuing sprays of circular-cut rubies, (rubies untested), length 7.2cm. £700–£900 According to a PMI test on an XRF Analyzer the brooch is testing as 13ct gold.
158
A MID 20TH CENTURY RUBY AND DIAMOND BROOCH, composed of three flowerheads, the textured petals centred with circular-cut ruby and single-cut diamond en tremblant clusters, stamped ‘750’ (rubbed), length 36.5mm. £1,000–£1,500
159
A MID 20TH CENTURY RUBY AND DIAMOND DRESS RING, of plaited design, to a central cluster of circular-cut rubies and brilliant-cut diamonds, between trifurcated shoulders, stamped ‘18CT’, total diamond weight approximately 0.55 carat, ring size R. £800–£1,200
160
A MID 20TH CENTURY DIAMOND WHORL BROOCH, the twisted fronds with textured finish, centred with a cluster of brilliant-cut diamonds, with two prong pin fitting to reverse, stamped ‘0.750’, with Maltese cross mark, total diamond weight approximately 0.95 carat, length 46mm. £2,000–£3,000
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161
AN OPAL AND DIAMOND NECKLACE, the central scrolled motif set with five pear-shaped opal cabochons and two brilliantcut diamonds, to a fine belcher-link chain, stamped ‘Italy 750’, length 50cm. £500–£700
162
A COURT-SHAPED BAND RING, of plain polished form, with personal inscription, stamped ‘750’, ring size S. £300–£500
163
AN ANTIQUE DIAMOND FIVE STONE RING, set with a graduated row of old brilliant-cut diamonds, to knife-edge shank, stamped ‘18CT’ and ‘PLAT’, total diamond weight approximately 0.55 carat, ring size M. £260–£300
164
THREE DIAMOND RINGS, comprising an 18ct gold interlocking single stone ring and matching band, both of crossover design and set with brilliantcut diamonds, UK hallmarks, and a channel-set diamond ring, stamped ‘14K’, principal diamond weight approximately 0.40 carat, ring sizes I and J. £600–£800
165
TWO ANTIQUE STICKPINS, the first with engraved leaves and scrolling tendrils issuing a pearl of golden tint, the second depicting a pietra dura fly within a ropetwist border, both mounted in gold, (pearl untested, replacement pins), terminal lengths 17mm. £300–£500
166
A BRICK-LINK NECKLACE, with polished finish, Italian assay mark, stamped ‘750’, length 43.5cm. £2,000–£3,000
167
A THREE ROW UNIFORM CULTURED PEARL BRACELET, with chequered vertical spacer bars and clasp, with French lozenge maker’s mark, French assay mark, length 17.5cm. £300–£400 According to a PMI test on the XRF Analzyer, the gold spacers and clasp are testing as 18ct gold.
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168
A PAIR OF OPAL EAR CLIPS, the pearshaped opal cabochons in similarly-shaped mounts, length 25mm. £200–£300
169
A PAIR OF YELLOW BERYL EAR STUDS, the triangularshaped fancy-cut yellow beryls in similarly-shaped settings, width 10mm. £150–£200 According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer the mounts are testing as 18ct gold.
170
A PAIR OF 18CT GOLD EARRINGS, the tricolour hoops with braided design to the front, stamped ‘ITALY 18Kt’, Birmingham import mark, length 19mm. £500–£700
171
A DIAMOND RING, the central brilliant-cut diamond between similarly-set shoulders, stamped ‘750’, total diamond weight approximately 0.28 carat, ring size M½. £500–£700
172
A FANCY-LINK BRACELET BY UNOAERRE, the alternating polished and textured batons with a beaded border, maker’s mark, Italian assay mark, stamped ‘9K’, length 19.5cm. £1,000–£1,500
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173
A PAIR OF FOLIATE DIAMOND EAR CLIPS BY ANNAMARIA CAMMILLI, each designed as two textured leaves with three brilliant-cut diamond accents, signed ‘A.Cammilli’, stamped ‘750’, length 14.5mm. £300–£500
174
A PAIR OF HOOP EARRINGS, the square section hoops with Greek key engraving, Italian assay mark for Eurocatene S.r.l., stamped ‘750’, external hoop diameter 22mm. £260–£300
175
AN 18CT GOLD VIOLIN BROOCH BY THEO FENNELL, 1989, realistically modelled, the bicolour design with textured and polished finish, signed, maker’s mark, London hallmark, length 5cm. £500–£700
176
A DIAMOND ‘WINGS’ PENDANT BY GARRARD, the feathered wing set throughout with brilliant-cut diamonds, to a cable-link chain, mounted in 18ct gold, signed, UK hallmark, maker’s case, pendant length including bale 38mm. £500–£700
177
A PAIR OF TURQUOISE EAR PENDANTS, the oval treated turquoise cabochon surmounts suspending polished bead drops below, (turquoise untested), length 36mm. £300–£500 According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer, the mounts are testing between 10-11ct gold.
178
A GEM-SET PENDANT AND EARRING SUITE, each with a blue stone cabochon within a tiered surround of brilliant-cut diamonds and circular-cut blue stones, earrings stamped ‘14K’, (blue stones untested), total diamond weight approximately 0.50 carat, pendant length including bale 38mm, earring length 23mm. £500–£700
179
A THREE ROW CULTURED PEARL AND BLUE TOPAZ NECKLACE, the three rows of uniform cultured pearls to a cluster clasp set with an oval fancy-cut and circular blue topaz, stamped ‘730’, length approximately 37.5cm. £600–£800
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180
A MAGNESITE BEAD NECKLACE, the carved beads, measuring approximately 12mm, with three reeded bead spacers to the front, to toggle clasp, mounted in gold, (magnesite dyed), length approximately 42cm. £600–£800 According to a verbal report from GCS the beads are confirmed as dyed blue magnesite. Verbal report number 5785-3433. According to a verbal report from GCS the mounts are confirmed as 18ct gold. Verbal report number 5785-3433.
181
A DIAMOND LINE BRACELET, set throughout with brilliant-cut diamonds, Italian assay mark, stamped ‘750’, total diamond weight approximately 2.50 carats, length 18.2cm. £1,000–£1,500
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182
Y A JADE, CORAL, ONYX AND DIAMOND SPRAY BROOCH BY CESARE DE VECCHI, of stylised foliate design, the bicolour stems with brilliant-cut diamond, coral ‘Corallium rubrum’ and onyx bead highlights throughout, to carved jadeite panels, (jade untested), signed ‘C. DE VECCHI’, maker’s mark, Italian assay mark, length 9.7cm. £600–£800 Italian goldsmith CESARE DE VECCHI (b. 1938) has created avant-garde jewellery for over 50 years. Incorporating a diverse range of precious and semi-precious materials, De Vecchi’s jewellery reimagines the Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles. His work has been displayed in the Cincinnati Art Museum’s 2021 exhibition titled ‘Simply Brilliant: Artist-Jewelers of the 1960s and 1970s’. “The preciousness of a piece of jewellery should not be evaluated purely based on its content of precious or semi-precious stones; it is essential to take into account the quality of the workmanship, the precision of the finish and the wearability of the piece: every detail is important.” - Cesare De Vecchi
183
A DIAMOND PANEL RING, the pierced panel of scroll design, set with old brilliant-cut and single-cut diamonds, between similarly-set shoulders, to a reeded shank, total diamond weight approximately 2.20 carats, ring size O. £1,600–£2,000
184
A 9CT GOLD, PRASIOLITE AND DIAMOND CLUSTER RING, the oval mixed-cut prasiolite within a surround of brilliant and baguette-cut diamonds, between similarly-set trifurcated shoulders, maker’s mark ‘LMJ’, Sheffield hallmark, European convention mark, total diamond weight approximately 0.60 carat, ring size N. £500–£600
185
A SMOKY QUARTZ DRESS RING, the circular-cut smoky quartz within a stylised mount, stamped ‘14k’, ring size O–P. £300–£400
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186
AN ANCIENT COIN SET PENDANT NECKLACE AND A PAIR OF EAR CLIPS, the flexible ribbed collar supporting an unassociated detachable central pendant, collet-set with a Roman bronze coin, the pendant mount stamped ‘750’ and signed ‘VESCO’, together with a pair of similar ear clips, similarly-set with Roman bronze coins, with later added hinged clip and post fittings, collar with Italian maker’s marks and stamped ‘750’, collar length 45.5cm, pendant length (including suspensory loop) 35mm, ear clips diameter 11mm. £1,600–£2,000 The three Roman bronze coins are from the reign of Constantius II, Roman emperor from 337–361.
187
A GREEN HARDSTONE AND DIAMOND DRESS RING BY FUMIS, the hardstone cabochon between bifurcated shoulders set with graduated single-cut diamonds, signed ‘FUMIS ROMA’, stamped ‘750’, ring size M. £400–£600
188
A FANCY-LINK BRACELET BY CENZI, of interlocking design, Italian assay mark, stamped ‘750’, length 19.5cm. £800–£1,000
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189
A 19TH CENTURY SHELL CAMEO BROOCH/PENDANT, carved to depict the goddess Demeter in profile, within a decorative gold mount, (reverse panel missing), length 5cm. £200–£300 Demeter was the Greek goddess of agriculture.
190
A 19TH CENTURY LOCKET PENDANT, of oval form, the front applied with a star of seed pearls within a border of scrolling wirework and beaded detail, opening to reveal a glazed interior, mounted in gold, stamped ‘15’, (one seed pearl deficient), length including bale 6.3cm. £400–£600
191
A PAIR OF 19TH CENTURY GARNET EARRINGS, the circular garnet cabochons within bead and ropetwist surrounds, mounted in gold, partially stamped ‘18’, indistinct marks, length 25mm. £200–£300
192
A GOLD AND RUBY CIRCULAR BROOCH, the roundel with applied strapwork decoration, centred with a ruby flowerhead cluster, with further ruby highlights to the border, diameter 36mm. £500–£600 According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer, the brooch is testing as 15ct gold.
193
A LATE 19TH CENTURY SHELL CAMEO STICKPIN, carved to depict a bacchante, within an entwined scrolled surround, mounted in gold, length 7.5cm. £100–£140
194
A GEORGIAN EMERALD AND DIAMOND JEWEL, the central old pear-shaped diamond within a surround of step-cut emeralds and graduated old cushion-shaped diamonds, mounted in silver and gold, later adapted to a pendant with three green paste drops below, to an unassociated curb-link chain, fitted case by S. J. Phillips Ltd., total diamond weight approximately 2.60 carats, pendant length including bale 42mm. £3,000–£3,600
195
A GOLD AND EMERALD HINGED BANGLE, CIRCA 1860, the front with applied bead-edged boss, centred with an oval-cut emerald, within a star setting, with rose-cut diamond highlights, between emerald-set flared terminals, outlined with blue enamel borders, glazed locket compartment verso, inner diameter 5.8cm. £1,500–£2,000 According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer, the gold is testing as 21ct.
197 196
AN AMETHYST AND DIAMOND PENDANT BY KIKI MCDONOUGH, the circular-cut amethyst between brilliant-cut diamonds within an openwork swirl surround, to a cable-link chain, mounted in 18ct gold, maker’s mark, UK hallmarks, chain length 46cm, pendant length 20mm. £300–£500
A DIAMOND PENDANT AND EARRING SUITE, each set with a pear-shaped diamond drop beneath a brilliant-cut diamond surmount, total diamond weight approximately 1.20 carats, pendant length including bale 30mm, earring length 22mm. £500–£700
198
A PLATINUM AND DIAMOND HALF ETERNITY RING, set to the front with brilliant-cut diamonds, sponsor’s mark ‘CM’, Birmingham hallmark, total diamond weight approximately 0.40 carat, ring size I½. £300–£500
199
A SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING, of crossover design, set with a circular-cut sapphire between brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in 18ct gold, UK hallmark, total diamond weight approximately 0.20 carat, ring size N. £150–£200
200
A SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND CLUSTER RING AND EARRINGS, the pear-shaped sapphire within a surround of brilliant-cut diamonds, to a reeded shank of crossover design, the earrings en suite, (earrings with four diamonds deficient), ring stamped ‘14K’, earring length 9mm, ring size J. £400–£500
201
A 9CT GOLD SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND LINE BRACELET, of bicolour design, set with oval mixed-cut sapphires spaced by pairs of brilliant-cut diamonds, European convention mark, length 19cm. £500–£600
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202
AN 18CT WHITE GOLD, DIAMOND AND CULTURED PEARL NECKLACE, 2008, the snake-link chain suspending a black cultured pearl drop encircled by a spiral mount set with brilliant-cut diamonds, maker’s mark ‘Ca’, London hallmark, total diamond weight approximately 0.30 carat, pendant length 35.5mm. £800–£1,200
203
A 9CT GOLD SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING, of wishbone design, set to the front with alternating circular-cut sapphires and brilliant-cut diamonds, London hallmark, ring size O. £80–£120
204
AN 18CT WHITE GOLD AND DIAMOND DRESS RING, the pierced circular panel set with brilliant-cut diamonds within millegrain surrounds, maker’s mark ‘XM’, Birmingham hallmark, total diamond weight approximately 0.40 carat, ring size N. £400–£500
205
A DIAMOND BALLERINA RING, the brilliant-cut diamond claw-set above a cluster surround of baguette-cut diamonds, to a trifurcated wirework shank, principal diamond approximately 1.30 carats, ring size N. £1,600–£2,000
206
A SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND BAR BROOCH, set with circular-cut sapphires and old brilliant-cut diamonds, to a knifeedge bar, stamped ‘15CT’, total diamond weight approximately 0.45 carat, length 43mm. £100–£200
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207
AN INDIAN MULTI ROW GEM-SET BEAD NECKLACE, composed of uniform faceted beads, to silk woven cord, length (excluding cord) 36.5cm. £500–£700
208
AN ANTIQUE OPAL AND DIAMOND CLUSTER RING, the opal cabochon within a surround of rose-cut diamonds, to bifurcated shoulders of feather and scroll design, mounted in silver, ring size M. £400–£600
209
A DIAMOND DRESS RING, the domed tapered band set with trios of channel-set brilliant-cut diamonds, stamped ‘9K’, total diamond weight approximately 0.90 carat, ring size U. £200–£300
210
A SAPPHIRE FIVE STONE RING, the graduated row of oval mixedcut sapphires to a pierced scroll gallery, ring size Q. £300–£500
211
A COLLECTION OF ANTIQUE STICKPINS, variously gem-set with moonstone, opals, diamonds etc. including a terminal with enamelled ancient Egyptian style profile, various lengths. (10) £440–£500
212
AN INDIAN VARI GEM-SET BEAD NECKLACE, the four rows of graduated faceted beads, to woven silk cord with slider, length (excluding cord) approximately 40cm. £400–£600
213
A PAIR OF CITRINE EAR STUDS, the sherry-coloured circular mixed-cut citrines in claw and collet mounts, to post fittings, diameter 10mm. £300–£400
214
AN INDIAN GEM-SET DRESS RING, the pierced foliate plaque set throughout with circular-cut emeralds and rubies with seed pearl highlights, stamped ‘K18’, ring size M. £700–£900
215
AN ANTIQUE OPAL AND DIAMOND CLUSTER STICKPIN, the opal cabochon within a surround of old brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in platinum and gold, total diamond weight approximately 0.75 carat, length 6.4cm. £500–£700
216
A PAIR OF VICTORIAN DIAMOND AND PEARL SPRAY BROOCHES, the matching foliate brooches set throughout with graduated rose-cut diamonds and accented with four pearls, mounted in gold and silver, in fitted case, signed ‘C. J. Hill (Catchpole & Williams), Oxford St’, (pearls untested), total diamond weight approximately 2.50 carats, lengths 49mm. £1,300–£1,800
217
AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY DIAMOND BROOCH, FRENCH, the pierced cartouche set throughout with old brilliant and rose-cut diamonds, with a border of seed pearls to either side, mounted in platinum, French assay mark, total diamond weight approximately 1.85 carats, length 47mm. £1,200–£1,500
218
AN 18CT GOLD AND DIAMOND CLUSTER RING, 1972, the brilliant-cut diamond within a surround of similarly-cut diamonds, London hallmark, total diamond weight approximately 2.65 carats, ring size Q. £1,800–£2,400
219
A DIAMOND THREE STONE RING, CIRCA 1900, centred with an old brilliant-cut diamond between two pear-cut diamonds, to a carved scroll gallery, mounted in gold, total diamond weight approximately 1.70 carats, ring size N. £800–£1,200
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220
A 19TH CENTURY SRI LANKAN SAPPHIRE AND WHITE TOPAZ CROSS PENDANT, the Latin cross centred with a cushion-cut sapphire, the arms set throughout with cushion-cut white topaz, mounted in silver and gold, cased, weighing 7.29 carats, length 7.6cm. £1,200–£1,500 According to a verbal report from GCS, the cushion-cut sapphire weighing 7.29 carats is of Sri Lankan origin with no indications of heating. Verbal report number 5786-3352.
221
AN OPAL AND ROCK CRYSTAL NECKLACE, the graduated row of opal beads with faceted rock crystal spacers, to polished bolt ring clasp, length 52cm. £400–£600
222
A DIAMOND RING, the crossover panels pavé-set throughout with brilliant-cut diamonds, stamped ‘750’, maker’s mark, total diamond weight very approximately 2.80–3.00 carats, ring size O. £500–£700
223
AN AQUAMARINE AND DIAMOND DRESS RING BY H. STERN, the pear-cut aquamarine between trios of brilliant-cut diamonds, maker’s mark, stamped ‘750’, ring size P. £400–£600
224
A RUBY AND DIAMOND BRACELET, set with six marquise-shaped diamonds, each within a surround of calibré-cut rubies, to a pierced strap set throughout with brilliant-cut diamonds, stamped ‘18K’, total diamond weight approximately 6.65 carats, length 15.5cm. £2,600–£3,600
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225
A PAIR OF 18CT WHITE GOLD, CULTURED PEARL AND DIAMOND EAR PENDANTS, 2008, set with an articulated graduated row of brilliant-cut diamonds, terminating in black cultured pearl drops, mounted to similarly-set diamond caps, maker’s mark ‘TH’, London hallmark, total diamond weight approximately 0.35 carat, length 37.5mm. £400–£600
226
A DIAMOND RING, the marquise-cut diamond between stepped baguette-cut diamond shoulders, stamped ‘18CT’, total diamond weight approximately 0.95 carat, ring size L½. £460–£500
227
A DIAMOND CLUSTER RING, of hexagonal outline, tiered design set throughout with brilliant-cut diamonds, total diamond weight approximately 1.00 carat, ring size O. £400–£600
228
AN 18CT WHITE GOLD AND DIAMOND SINGLE STONE RING, 1976, the brilliant-cut diamond within a six-claw setting, maker’s mark ‘AJW’, London hallmark, total diamond weight approximately 1.20 carats, ring size N. £600–£800
229
A PINK SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND DRESS RING, the cushion-shaped pink sapphire clawset within an open setting of overlapping loop design, set throughout with brilliant-cut diamonds, sapphire weight approximately 2.20 carats, total diamond weight approximately 0.55 carat, ring size M–N. £1,500–£2,000 According to a verbal report from GCS, the pink sapphire is of Madagascan origin with no indications of heating. Verbal report number 5785-3693.
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230
A COLOURED DIAMOND AND PEARL CRESCENT PENDANT, the outer border of vari-coloured graduated brilliant-cut diamonds, the inner border of graduated cultured pearls, with diamond points between, suspended on fine belcher-link chain, stamped ‘K18’ & ‘D070’, clasp signed ‘LA SOMA’, (diamonds untested for natural colour), total diamond weight 0.70 carat as indicated on mount, pendant length including bale 36mm. £1,000–£1,200
231
A PAIR OF EMERALD AND DIAMOND EAR CLIPS, CIRCA 1970, of bicolour design, the openwork trefoils with textured finish, set with circular-cut emeralds and single-cut diamond highlights, length 28mm. £800–£1,200
232
A PAIR OF CULTURED PEARL AND DIAMOND EARRINGS, of cluster design with brilliant-cut diamond highlights, mounted in 18ct gold, Birmingham hallmark, length 17mm. £400–£600
233
A SIGNET RING, with a polished cushion-shaped bezel, to tapered shank, ring size U. £500–£700
234
A FANCY-LINK BRACELET BY UNOAERRE, the alternating polished and textured baton links with beaded border, maker’s mark, Italian assay mark, stamped ‘750’, length 20cm. £1,800–£2,200
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235 Y
A PAIR OF CULTURED MABÉ PEARL EARRINGS, the cultured mabé pearls within convex roundels with applied granulation and ropetwist detailing, Cairo assay mark, diameter 30.5mm. £1,600–£2,000 According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer, the earrings are testing as 18ct gold.
236
TWO SILVER GILT CUFFS BY GERALD BENNEY, 1974 AND 1982, both with textured bark finish and feature hallmarks to the exterior, maker’s mark ‘AGB’, London hallmarks, inner diameters 5.1cm and 5.8cm. £400–£600 GERALD BENNEY (1930–2008) was one of the giants of 20th century British silver and goldsmithing. His designs are always powerful, simple and identifiable. Technically he was highly innovative, and devised a method of texturing silver with tiny striations, initially achieved by a bent hammer; this process eliminates tarnish and fingerprints and creates an attractive ‘bark finish’ which, together with his revival of the use of enamel, became one of his signatures.
237
A PAIR OF BLACK ENAMEL AND DIAMOND CUFFLINKS, the rectangular panels each collet-set with a brilliant-cut diamond, together with two hexagonal-shaped dress studs of conforming design, mounted in 9ct gold, Sheffield hallmark for 2007, cufflink panel length 14mm. £200–£300
238
A GARNET CLUSTER RING, the circular-cut garnet within a surround of similarly-cut garnets, to bifurcated shoulders and a reeded shank, rubbed Italian assay mark, stamped ‘750’, ring size P½. £300–£500
239
A FANCY-LINK BRACELET, of braided design, the fancy curb-link chain with polished finish, stamped ‘750’, cased, length 21.5cm. £2,000–£2,400
240
A GOLD CUFF, designed with a horseshoe motif applied to a pierced work sprung bangle, horseshoe length 5.4cm. £800–£1,000 According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer, the cuff is testing as being between 16-17ct gold.
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241
AN 18CT GOLD ALBERT CHAIN, of belcher-link design with T-bar and lobster claw clasp, UK hallmark, length 40cm. £2,400–£2,800
242
AN ENAMEL, ONYX AND DIAMOND DRESS RING, of bombé form, the onyx cabochon within a surround of brilliant-cut diamonds, to a leopard print enamel ground with applied brilliant-cut diamond highlights, Italian assay mark, stamped ‘750’, ring size Q½. £800–£1,000
243
A TIGER’S EYE BROOCH, 1987, of stylised bow design, set with three oval tiger’s eye cabochons with openwork knifewire detailing between, mounted in 9ct gold, UK hallmark, length 5.5cm. £200–£300
244
A 9CT GOLD TRINITY BANGLE AND RING, both of tricolour design, the first by Addis & Co., with incised decoration, London hallmark for 1989, the second with maker’s mark ‘JR’, London hallmark for 1987, bangle inner diameter 6.2cm, ring size M. £700–£900
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245
A PAIR OF PERIDOT AND DIAMOND CLUSTER EAR PENDANTS, each composed of two fancycut peridots within brilliant-cut diamond surrounds, a princess-cut diamond highlight between, stamped ‘14K’, total diamond weight approximately 0.85 carat, length 32mm. £1,000–£1,200
246
A PAIR OF 18CT GOLD AND DIAMOND HOOP EARRINGS, 2008, set throughout with graduated brilliant-cut diamonds, Birmingham hallmark, maker’s mark ‘CJ’, stamped ‘D 1.01’, total diamond weight approximately 1.00 carat, diameter 24mm. £460–£500
247
AN 18CT WHITE GOLD AND DIAMOND HINGED BANGLE, of twist design, the upper section pavé-set with three rows of brilliant-cut diamonds, hallmarked, total diamond weight approximately 2.50 carats, inner diameter 5.8cm. £1,600–£2,000
248
AN 18CT WHITE GOLD AND GEM-SET DRESS RING, 2014, of bombé form, claw-set with oval mixed-cut vari-coloured gemstones, including sapphires, aquamarines, prasiolite etc., with brilliant-cut diamond highlights, maker’s mark ‘EL’, London hallmark, (gemstones untested), ring size M½. £800–£1,000
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249
A CULTURED PEARL AND DIAMOND NECKLACE, the three rows of cultured pearls, measuring approximately 5mm, with bicoloured curved teardrop ‘paisley’ motifs to either side set with brilliantcut diamonds, (one strand broken), total diamond weight approximately 1.00 carat, length at longest 53cm (adjustable). £400–£600
250
A PAIR OF SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND CLUSTER EAR STUDS, the oval mixed-cut sapphires within a surround of brilliant and baguette-cut diamonds, mounted in 18ct gold, London hallmark, total diamond weight approximately 0.50 carat, length 10mm. £400–£600
251
A RUBY AND DIAMOND DRESS RING, set with four ovalcut rubies within a flowerhead surround set with single-cut diamonds, (one diamond deficient), stamped ‘18K’, ring size N–O. £500–£700
252
AN AQUAMARINE AND SAPPHIRE DRESS RING, the fancy-cut square aquamarine within four elongated claws pavé-set with circular-cut sapphires, the mount highlighted with brilliant-cut diamond gallery rails, between bifurcated diamond shoulders, platinum mounted, total diamond weight 0.513 carat, total sapphire weight 0.617 carat, aquamarine weight 18.98 carats, ring size O. £1,800–£2,200
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253
AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY AMETHYST AND SEED PEARL FRINGE NECKLACE, the slightly graduated scrolled links each centred with an amethyst and supporting three knife-wire drops with seed pearl terminals, to a later baton and belcher-link back chain, mounted in gold, length 42cm. £500–£700
254
A LATE 19TH CENTURY AMETHYST BRACELET, of graduated curb-link design, collet-set with graduated oval mixed-cut amethysts, stamped ‘9C’, bracelet length 18.5cm. £400–£600
255
TWO FANCY-LINK CHAINS, both composed of alternating pierced scroll plaques with filigree ropetwist detailing and cable-link chain, one stamped ‘750’, the second with French assay marks, lengths 52cm and 44cm. £700–£900
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256
A PAIR OF NATURAL PEARL AND DIAMOND EAR PENDANTS, set throughout with old-cut and rose-cut diamonds, each with a flowerhead cluster surmount, with quatrefoil motif below, suspending brownish cream pearls, each set beneath a rose-cut diamond cap, platinum mounted, on later post fittings, with unassociated case, total diamond weight approximately 1.50 carats, length 35mm. £3,000–£4,000 Accompanied by a report from GCS stating the brownish cream pearls are of natural saltwater origin. Report number 5783-397, dated 24 December 2022
257
A FOUR ROW CULTURED PEARL BRACELET, the four rows of uniform cultured pearls spaced by two single-cut diamond set vertical bars, to a similarly set latticework panel clasp with flowerhead decoration, total diamond weight approximately 2.51 carats, bracelet length 18.4cm. £600–£800
258
A SILVER AND 18CT GOLD PENDANT ON CHAIN BY TIFFANY & CO., of heart outline, with bow feature, stamped ‘© 1991 Tiffany & Co, 925 750’, on fine silver curb-link chain, signed, pendant length 11mm, chain length 45cm. £180–£260
259
A PAIR OF 18CT GOLD AND DIAMOND EAR HOOPS BY ELSA PERETTI FOR TIFFANY & CO., AND A SIMILAR PAIR OF SILVER AND DIAMOND EAR HOOPS BY THE SAME MAKER, both of slim design, mounted with collet set brilliant-cut diamond, stamped ‘T & Co.’, and facsimile designer’s signature, first stamped ‘750’. second ‘Ag925, with retailer’s cases, first total diamond weight approximately 1.20 carats, second total diamond weight approximately 1.00 carats, both diameters 39mm. £300–£500
260
AN 18CT GOLD AND CITRINE ‘SPARKLERS’ DRESS RING BY TIFFANY & CO., 2009, the cushion-shaped fancy-cut citrine within a four-claw setting, stamped ‘© TIFFANY & Co. 750’, maker’s mark, London hallmark, maker’s pouch, ring size K. £600–£800
261
A CULTURED PEARL BROOCH AND PAIR OF EAR CLIPS BY MIKIMOTO, the stylised spray set with cultured pearls, the ear clips en suite, all with maker’s mark, all stamped ‘K14’, brooch length 47mm, ear clip length 14mm. £360–£400
262
A CULTURED PEARL NECKLACE, the single strand of uniform cultured pearls to a similarly-set navette-shaped 9ct gold clasp, Birmingham hallmark for 1987, length 87cm. £200–£300
263
A DIAMOND AND CULTURED PEARL NECKLACE, the chain composed of alternating scallop links with cross detail between, leading to a frontispiece of scattered brilliant-cut diamonds, suspending a cultured pearl drop, stamped ‘750’, total diamond weight approximately 2.10 carats, length 42cm. £2,000–£3,000
264
A FANCY COLOURED DIAMOND RING, the cushion-cut diamond of yellow tint, weighing 1.79 carats, within a surround of brilliant-cut diamonds, between similarly-set shoulders, mounted in platinum, maker’s mark ‘XM’, Birmingham hallmark, remaining total diamond weight approximately 0.35 carat, ring size L. £2,000–£3,000 Accompanied by a report from GCS stating that the diamond, weighing 1.79 carats, is natural Fancy Light Yellow colour, VS2 clarity. Report number 5786-3353, dated 20 July 2026.
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265
A DIAMOND BAR BROOCH, CIRCA 1910, set with a cluster of old brilliant-cut diamonds to a propeller bar, mounted in platinum and gold, with case, total diamond weight approximately 0.80 carat, length 7cm. £400–£600
266
A SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND CLUSTER RING, the oval mixed-cut sapphire within a surround of brilliant-cut diamonds, between shoulders set with graduated similarly-cut diamonds, stamped ‘750’, total diamond weight approximately 1.35 carats, ring size M½. £1,500–£2,000
267
A DIAMOND CLUSTER RING, the central brilliant-cut diamond of brown tint, weighing approximately 1.15 carats, within a surround of interwoven design, set throughout with single and brilliant-cut diamonds, remaining total diamond weight approximately 0.60 carat, ring size Q. £2,000–£3,000
268
A SRI LANKAN SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND THREE STONE RING, 1988, the octagonalcut sapphire, weighing approximately 5.70 carats, set between two brilliant-cut diamonds, Birmingham hallmark, total diamond weight approximately 0.70 carat, ring size R. £2,600–£3,600 According to a verbal report from GCS, the octagonal-cut sapphire, weighing approximately 5.70 carats, is of Sri Lankan origin with no indications of heating. Verbal report number 5786-2565.
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269
A PAIR OF GEM-SET FLOWERHEAD EARRINGS BY FEI LIU, the carved blue chalcedony petals centred with an oval sapphire cabochon with calibré-cut diamond-set stamen, stamped ‘14K’, maker’s mark ‘FL’, UK hallmark, length 25mm. £1,500–£2,000
FEI LIU is a Chinese born jewellery designer, based in Birmingham’s historic Jewellery Quarter. Fei came to England from China to study for his degree in Jewellery and Silversmithing in Birmingham, recalling that he was the first Chinese student to embark on a full-time course at the School of Jewellery. He achieved his degree in 2001. Success quickly followed and he opened his first jewellery store in Birmingham in 2006. With his designs encapsulating a delicate fusion of East and West, Fei is now one of the major players in Birmingham’s jewellery industry with a passion to promote Birmingham worldwide. The Dawn Collection, inspired by the natural textures and forms of coral, won The Kayman Award in 2007, the judges unanimous in their decision, describing his winning design as ‘real old style glamour being being brought bang up to date.” Named Alumni of the Year in 2010, Fei has gone on to achieve countless awards for his innovation and contemporary creations, which have captured the imagination of the design world. He was nominated for Designer of the Year in the UK Jewellery Awards four times, finally achieving the title in 2016, the first Birmingham based jeweller to achieve this accolade. In 2017, Fei collaborated with New Silkroutes Group Ltd to create the £11 million Blue of Dreams tiara, set with an 88-carat sapphire, for the Miss World China pageant.
270
A LATE 19TH / EARLY 20TH CENTURY ENAMEL FLOWER BROOCH / PENDANT, the shaped petals decorated in graduated pale pink enamels, and edged with seed pearls, centred with an old brilliant-cut diamond within circular-cut green garnet stamens, mounted in gold, with hinged loop pendant fitting, (pin broken to reverse), length including bale 33mm. £1,000–£1,500
271
A PAIR OF DIAMOND EARRINGS, the stylised flattened hoops set throughout with graduated brilliant-cut diamonds, stamped ‘750’, total diamond weight approximately 1.60 carats, length 37mm. £600–£800
272
A SYNTHETIC SPINEL AND DIAMOND CLUSTER RING, the purple oval mixed-cut synthetic spinel within a tiered surround of princess and brilliant-cut diamonds, stamped ‘Pt900’, total diamond weight approximately 0.60 carat, ring size N. £400–£600
273
A DIAMOND SINGLE STONE RING, the brilliant-cut diamond in a raised claw setting, stamped ‘18CT’, diamond weight approximately 1.90 carats, ring size L–M. £1,600–£2,000
274
A PAIR OF ROSE QUARTZ AND DIAMOND EAR PENDANTS, the cushion-shaped rose quartz surmounts suspending detachable polished drops, the capped terminals set with brilliant-cut diamonds, with similarly-cut diamond details above, length 35mm. £500–£700 According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer, the mounts are testing as 16ct gold.
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275
A DIAMOND, TURQUOISE AND RUBY SET BRACELET, composed of oval links set with single-cut diamonds, each centred with a claw-set turquoise cabochon, with similarly-set roundcut ruby and brilliant-cut diamond flowerhead cluster links between, length 19.5cm. £400–£600
276
A BURMESE RUBY CLUSTER RING, set with nine cushion-cut rubies in claw setting, gold mounted, ring size L½. £4,000–£6,000 Accompanied by a report from GCS stating the rubies are of Burmese (Mogok) origin with no indications of heating. (Random test on nine stones). Report number 5786-1886, dated 20 March 2026.
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T H E C OL L E CTI ON O F ME HTAB MODI LOTS 277–302
MEHTAB: A LIFE IN FRONT AND BEHIND THE CAMERA The personal and professional partnership between celebrated actress Mehtab and legendary filmmaker Sohrab Modi changed the shape of Indian cinema. Mehtab (1918–1997) built her career from childhood, working steadily on film sets from the age of twelve. What she couldn't learn in a classroom, she absorbed on set: craft, discipline, and eventually, an instinct for self-presentation that would become as much a part of her legend as her acting. By the time she met and married producer-director Sohrab Modi, she was already an established star in her own right, with a reputation for commanding the screen. Their partnership began with her scene-stealing turn in Parakh (1944,) and reached its high point in Jhansi Ki Rani (1953) — India's first film in Technicolor, shot simultaneously in Hindi and English, with Hollywood cinematographer Ernest Haller (of Gone with the Wind fame) behind the camera. It was the costliest Indian film of its era and, unusually for the time, centred not on a decorative heroine but on a warrior Queen - played by Mehtab.
Mehtab trained intensely for this role. Horseback riding, swordplay, marksmanship, and physical conditioning consumed her, and she insisted on performing her own stunts, often courting real danger in pursuit of authenticity. When Jhansi Ki Rani toured internationally, it introduced Indian filmmaking to a global audience, and Mehtab became a figure of fascination amongst world cinema's elite. In London she was admired by figures like filmmaker Michael Powell, one half of the celebrated Powell and Pressburger duo behind films like The Red Shoes. Together, Mehtab and Modi formed something the Indian film industry had not seen before: a couple whose influence spanned both sides of the camera. Modi acted, directed, and produced; Mehtab acted and, alongside him, took an active hand in shaping the productions they built together. Their marriage was as much a creative alliance as a personal one, and their combined command of performance, direction, and production gave them a stature few contemporaries in Indian cinema could match. Off-screen, Mehtab applied the same rigour to her self-presentation. She favoured rubies, emeralds and diamonds, pieces with a timeless quality, often working with trusted jewellers to bring her ideas to life. She rarely left home unadorned, and what she wore had a way of rippling outward, showing up on her contemporaries not long after. NOONANS MAYFAIR are honoured to offer for sale Mehtab’s personal collection of jewels, which provide a fascinating glimpse into her world.
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Hand-painted front cover of the promotional souvenir booklet for the film Jhansi Ki Rani, 1953, India’s first film shot in Technicolor
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277
A PAIR OF MID 20TH CENTURY DIAMOND AND RUBY EAR CLIPS, of stylised bow design, suspending articulated drops below, set throughout with brilliant, single and baguette-cut diamonds, and rectangular and marquise-cut rubies, with clip and post fittings, total diamond weight approximately 2.50 carats, length 4cm. £800–£1,200 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent.
278
A MID 20TH CENTURY RUBY AND DIAMOND DRESS RING, with central three row panel of brilliant-cut diamonds, between pairs of rectangular-cut rubies, with similarly-set ruby hoop to one side, ring size K–L. £500–£700 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent.
279
A MID 20TH CENTURY RUBY SET FLORAL BROOCH, the tall spire set with multiple ruby beads, above stylised foliage, with hinged two prong fitting, gold mounted, length 6.4cm. £1,400–£2,000 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent.
280
A GOLD BOX-LINK CHAIN, to a hook and ring clasp, length 53.5cm. £800–£1,200 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent.
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281
A MID 20TH CENTURY RUBY AND DIAMOND BRACELET, the centrepiece set with brilliant-cut, single-cut and baguette-cut diamonds, between a tapering line of brilliants, individually box-set, and edged both sides by round-cut rubies, clasp stamped ‘CM & Co.’, bicolour gold mounted, total diamond weight approximately 4.0 carats, length 16.8cm. £3,000–£5,000 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent
282
AN INDIAN ENAMEL, DIAMOND AND PEARL NECKLACE, 19TH CENTURY, the arched frontispiece of vari-coloured enamels and diamonds, the opposing ends each terminating in a makara head, the panel inset with lasqué-cut diamonds to the front, the reverse decorated with typical Jaipur red and green enamels against a white ground, depicting birds amidst foliage, the whole decorated with a seed pearl and green glass bead fringe below, suspended from triple row seed pearl chains, spaced with diamond-set crescent highlights, to a silk woven cord, necklace length (excluding silk cord) approximately 37cm. £1,000–£1,500 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent. Indian jewels are commonly ornamented with makara heads (makarakada). The makara is a mythic water monster which combines the features of a crocodile, elephant, and fish and is believed to be a protective form.
Reverse
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283
A GOLDSTONE AMULET PENDANT, the rectangular goldstone plaque with applied radiating wirework decoration, centred with an engraved butterfly motif, suspended from a curb-link chain, pendant length 36.5mm. £300–£500 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent.
284
A TWO ROW GOLD NECKLACE, centred with a knot motif, suspending three unequal length drops below, to twin fancy-link back chain, with hook and ring clasp, length 57cm. £1,800–£2,200 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent.
285
A MID 20TH CENTURY DIAMOND FOLIATE BROOCH, composed of two wirework scrolling fronds, tipped with diamond-set scrolls, issuing from a pearl and diamond multipetal flowerhead, bicolour gold mounted, (pearl untested), total diamond weight approximately 0.50 carat, length 8.2cm. £500–£800 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent.
Mehtab in training for her role as the warrior Queen in Jhansi Ki Rani
286
A PAIR OF GOLD BANGLES, of pierced scallop and heart design, each suspending three heart-shaped drops, with screw and hinge fastener, diameters approximately 5.8cm. £1,800–£2,200 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent.
287
A PAIR OF GOLD HINGED BANGLES, each composed of convex reeded oval panels, spaced by articulated clusters of polished beads, to screw and hinge fastener, inner diameters 5cm. £3,200–£3,600 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent.
288
AN INDIAN TURQUOISE HINGED BANGLE, of pierced design, set throughout with turquoise cabochons, each individually box set, (turquoise untested), inner diameter 5.7cm. £400–£600 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent.
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289
A MID 20TH CENTURY EMERALD AND DIAMOND BRACELET, of bold geometric design, the hollow openwork links spaced by triple bar links, highlighted throughout with single-cut diamonds and rectangular-cut emeralds, the hinged barrel clasp centred with a double row of diamonds bordered each side by emeralds, gold mounted, total diamond weight approximately 5.80 carats, length 17.8cm. £4,000–£6,000 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent.
290
A GOLD FRINGE NECKLACE, composed of graduating knife-wire bars with faceted and beaded terminals, suspended from a curb-link chain, to a belcher-link back chain, and hook and ring clasp, length 37.5cm. £1,800–£2,200 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent.
291
A PEARL AND RUBY FLORAL PENDANT, the principal flowerhead centred with a cluster of ruby cabochons, within pearl-set petals and foliage, on suspensory loop, gold mounted, (pearls untested), length 7cm. £500–£800 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent.
292
THREE GOLD CHAINS, first, a cable-link chain, second, a figaro-link chain and third, a curb-link chain, all with hook and ring clasps, lengths 47cm, 55cm and 42.5cm. (3) £1,600–£1,800 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent.
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293
UNIVERSAL. A LADY’S GOLD, DIAMOND AND SYNTHETIC RUBY-SET BANGLE WATCH, CIRCA 1950. MOVEMENT: cal. 244, manual winding. DIAL: silvered, Arabic numerals. CASE: 13ct gold, snap-on back, lacking winding crown, diamond-set bezel, hinged cross-over bangle, moulded chevron design highlighted with diamond and synthetic rubies. SIGNED: dial and movement. DIMENSIONS: diameter 18mm. £1,500–£2,000 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent.
294
A PAIR OF MID 20TH CENTURY JADE AND DIAMOND EAR CLIPS, the oval jade panels within stylised foliate surrounds, set throughout with single and baguette-cut diamonds, with post and clip fittings, (jade untested), total diamond weight approximately 1.00 carat, length 25mm. £500–£700 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent.
295
A ZOROASTRIAN GOLD PENDANT ON GOLD BOX-LINK CHAIN, the oval pendant engraved with Zarathushtra Spitama (Zoroaster) to the front, and the Atar (Atash) to the reverse, on suspension ring, the chain with hook and ring clasp, chain length 59.5cm, pendant length (including suspensory ring) 3.3mm. £1,400–£1,600 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent.
296
TWO ZOROASTRIAN GOLD PENDANTS, of oval form, the first with crimped border, the second within plain collet border, both engraved with Zarathushtra Spitama (Zoroaster) to the front, and the Atar (Atash) to the reverse, both with suspensory loops, lengths 32mm and 31mm. £600–£800 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent.
297
A FOUR ROW CULTURED PEARL BRACELET,CIRCA 1950, with triple barrel clasp, and two further cultured pearl necklaces, both on silk woven adjustable cords, bracelet length 16cm. (3) £500–£700 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent.
298
A PAIR OF GOLD CHILD’S SPRUNG BANGLES, of wirework crossover design, with ball terminals and heart detail to slider, inner diameters variable, approximately 48–40mm. £600–£800 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent.
299
TWO SETS OF FOUR INDIAN GOLD BANGLES, the first set decorated to the outer edge with a faceted lozenge design, the second set with a polished panel design, with maker’s mark ‘T & S’, inner diameters 5.8cm. (8) £4,000–£4,600 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent.
300
A JADE AND DIAMOND FOLIATE RING, set throughout with single-cut diamonds, a single stone diamond ring, claw-set with a table-cut diamond, and an engraved gold band ring, (jade untested), ring sizes M, M and J. (3) £400–£600 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent.
301
A GOLD BELCHER-LINK CHAIN NECKLACE, the faceted links with polished finish, to hook and ring clasp, length 50cm. £1,500–£1,700 Provenance: Mehtab Modi, thence by family descent.
302
SWISS. A GOLD AND ENAMEL HUNTING CASED KEYLESS MINUTE REPEATING CALENDAR WATCH WITH MOON PHASES, CIRCA 1900. MOVEMENT: jewelled lever escapement, polished hammers repeating on coiled gongs. DIAL: white enamel, Roman numerals, subsidiary dials for day, date and constant seconds with moon phases aperture, aperture for month. CASE: 18ct gold, covers with translucent red enamel over an engine-turned ground, engraved scrolling decoration, finely chased and engraved decoration to the covers and band, engraved gold cuvette, no. 2964. SIGNED: unsigned. DIMENSIONS: diameter 54.5mm. Together with a fancy-link gold chain with hook fastener. £4,000–£6,000 Provenance: Formerly the property of Sohrab Modi, thence by family descent.
Mehtab and Sohrab Modi, circa 1950
303
A DIAMOND PENDANT, designed as a copy of the initials ‘LV’ for Louis Vuitton, partially set with brilliant-cut diamonds to a faceted cable-link chain, maker’s mark ‘BJ’, stamped ‘750’, numbered ‘T12’, pendant length including bale, 31mm, chain 48cm. £500–£700
304
AN EMERALD AND DIAMOND CLUSTER RING, the oval mixed-cut emerald within a surround of brilliantcut diamonds, total diamond weight approximately 0.50 carat, ring size M. £200–£300
305
A DIAMOND DRESS RING, of double wishbone design, set with brilliant-cut diamonds to the front and shoulders, total diamond weight approximately 1.00 carat, ring size J–K. £300–£500
306
AN OPAL AND DIAMOND CLUSTER RING, the opal cabochon within a surround of single and old brilliant-cut diamonds, stamped ‘PLAT 18CT’, total diamond weight approximately 0.60 carat, ring size O–P. £300–£500
307
A SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING, the marquise-shaped sapphire between trios of brilliant-cut diamonds, total diamond weight approximately 0.30 carat, ring size K. £300–£500
308
A MID 20TH CENTURY TANK BRACELET, of plain polished design, (with spare link), stamped ‘14K’, length (excluding spare link) 18.5cm. £3,400–£4,400
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309
A DIAMOND NECKLACE AND BRACELET SUITE BY UNOAERRE, the polished brick-link necklace leading to a clasp set with graduated brilliant-cut diamond highlights, the bracelet en suite, Italian assay marks, stamped ‘750’, retailer’s signature, total diamond weight approximately 0.30 carat, necklace length 44.5cm, bracelet 19.5cm. £6,000–£7,000
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310
A GOLD BIRD BROOCH BY BOUCHERON, the bird with outstretched wings, perched on a branch, with ruby eye, signed ‘Boucheron, Paris’, numbered ‘16927’, lozenge maker’s mark, length 26mm. £1,500–£2,000
311
AN ANTIQUE FIVE STONE DIAMOND RING, the old brilliant-cut diamonds with rose-cut diamond points between, mounted in gold, total diamond weight approximately 1.15 carats, ring size P. £500–£700
312
AN OPAL DRESS RING, the raised opal cabochon claw-set between bifurcated shoulders, stamped ‘18K 750’, ring size M. £300–£500
313
AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY DIAMOND FIVE STONE RING, set with graduated old brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in gold, rubbed hallmark, total diamond weight approximately 0.70 carat, ring size M. £600–£800
314
A PAIR OF GOLD EARRINGS, modelled as foliate sprigs with berries, on post fittings, length 20mm. £300–£400 According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer, the earrings are testing as 21ct gold.
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315
A MID 20TH CENTURY NOVELTY BIRD BROOCH BY DURANTE & LISCHETTI, designed as three songbirds perching on a branch, variously set with ruby, emerald and sapphire cabochons, with brilliant and single-cut diamond heads and tails, maker’s mark, Italian assay mark, stamped ‘750’, length 47mm. £1,000–£1,500 The Lischetti workshop in Milan gained international reputation for creating high-quality, bespoke collections for elite jewellery houses and independent ateliers. The design of this brooch in particular is very similar to pieces by Van Cleef & Arpels created during the mid 20th century.
316
A THREE STONE BURMESE RUBY AND DIAMOND RING, the central cushion-cut ruby, weighing approximately 1.00 carat, between two old brilliant-cut diamonds within open scroll and bead settings, to scrollwork shoulders, gold mounted, total diamond weight approximately 0.30 carat, ring size I. £3,000–£5,000 Accompanied by a report from GCS stating the cushion-cut ruby is of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. Report number 5785-2866, dated 15 June 2026.
317
AN 18CT GOLD AND DIAMOND NECKLACE BY CARTIER, centred with two interlinked loops, each inset with brilliant-cut diamonds, leading to a belcher-link back chain, maker’s mark ‘AV’ for André Vassort, signed ‘CARTIER PARIS’, French export mark, French assay mark, total diamond weight approximately 0.94 carat, length 38.5cm. £1,500–£2,000 André Vassort created jewels for the major Place Vendôme jewellers such as Cartier, Boucheron and Van Cleef & Arpels, working in Paris from the 1950s.
318
A PAIR OF CULTURED PEARL EARRINGS BY CARTIER, the ‘Trinity’ surmounts suspending cable-link chains each terminating in a cultured pearl of black or white tint, signed, dated ‘1989’, unassociated case by Cartier, length 32mm. £600–£800
319
AN 18CT GOLD, SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING BY CARTIER, 1983, the tapered band of bombé form, centred with a cabochon sapphire between two pear-cut diamonds, maker’s mark ‘JC’, rubbed London hallmark, European convention mark, total diamond weight approximately 0.35 carat, ring size G. £1,500–£2,000
320
AN 18CT GOLD ‘TRINITY’ RING BY CARTIER, the tricoloured square ring of interlocking design, signed ‘Cartier’, maker’s mark, serial number ‘VLY810’, size 53, Swiss assay mark, European convention mark, ring size M½. £1,200–£1,500
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321
AN 18CT GOLD AND DIAMOND ‘LOVE’ BANGLE BY CARTIER, the bangle with screwhead motifs and pavé-set throughout with brilliant-cut diamonds, signed ‘Cartier’, serial number ‘YM4796’, size 17, Swiss assay marks, European convention mark, with screwdriver, cased, total diamond weight approximately 1.67 carats, inner dimensions 49 x 42mm. £12,000–£15,000
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322
AN ART DECO EMERALD, DIAMOND AND SAPPHIRE BAR BROOCH, the geometric design set with French-cut sapphires, brilliant, transitional and trillion-cut diamonds, centred with a step-cut emerald, mounted in platinum, (later adapted from bracelet), total diamond weight approximately 1.95 carats, length 7.25cm. £500–£700
323
A DIAMOND THREE STONE RING, the central cushionshaped diamond between two old brilliant-cut diamonds, within pierced scrolled mount, total diamond weight approximately 1.65 carats, ring size L½. £1,500–£1,800
324
A DIAMOND SINGLE STONE RING, the brilliant-cut diamond, weighing 1.70 carats, mounted between textured twist shoulders, extending to a twin band shank, stamped ‘18’, ring size M. £3,000–£5,000 Accompanied by a report from GCS stating the diamond weighing 1.70 carats, is G colour and VS1 clarity. Report number 5786-3190, dated 16 July 2026.
325
AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY DIAMOND THREE STONE RING BY LAMBERT BROTHERS, set with three old brilliant-cut diamonds, to an openwork swagged gallery set with single-cut diamonds, between similarly-set diamonds to an engraved band, mounted in platinum, signed ‘LAMBERT’S’, diamonds approximately 1.35, 1.50 and 1.25 carats, ring size M. £3,000–£5,000 Lambert Brothers was established in New York in 1877 and specialised in high quality jewellery and watches.
326
AN 18CT GOLD SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND NECKLACE, the cable-link chain spectacle-set to the centre with circular-cut sapphires and brilliant-cut diamonds, UK hallmark, total diamond weight approximately 0.40 carat, length 46cm. £600–£800
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327
A PAIR OF AQUAMARINE AND DIAMOND EAR PENDANTS, of linear design, set with brilliant and baguette-cut diamonds, the vertical collet-set diamonds leading to a rectangular step-cut aquamarine, with conforming diamond-set drop below, platinum mounted, total diamond weight 0.83 carat, total aquamarine weight 5.29 carats, length 45mm. £1,200–£1,600
328
A BURMESE SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND THREE STONE RING, the central octagonal-cut sapphire, weighing approximately 2.70 carats, claw-set between two brilliant-cut diamonds, platinum mounted, total diamond weight approximately 1.20 carats, ring size N. £2,800–£3,600 According to a verbal report from GCS, the sapphire is of Burmese origin, with no indications of treatment. Verbal report number 5786-1890.
329
A DIAMOND CIRCULAR BROOCH, the central cluster within pierced arcade design, set throughout with brilliant-cut diamonds, total diamond weight approximately 3.24 carats, diameter 30mm. £1,000–£1,500 According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer, the brooch and pin are testing as mounted in 12ct gold.
330
AN 18CT GOLD, RUBY AND DIAMOND CLUSTER RING, 1987, the pear-shaped ruby within a surround of brilliant-cut diamonds, to tapered shank, maker’s mark ‘DE’, rubbed London hallmark, total diamond weight approximately 0.45 carat, ring size M. £1,500–£2,000
331
A DIAMOND CLUSTER RING, the central old brilliant-cut diamond within a surround of single-cut diamonds, total diamond weight approximately 0.50 carat, ring size T. £300–£500
332
AN ANTIQUE RUBY AND DIAMOND CLUSTER RING, the oval-mixed cut ruby within a surround of old brilliant-cut diamonds, stamped ‘18CT’, total diamond weight approximately 1.30 carats, ring size J. £1,000–£1,500
333
AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY DIAMOND AND RUBY RING, the marquise-shaped plaque set throughout with old brilliant and single-cut diamonds and circular and stepcut rubies, mounted in silver and gold, total diamond weight approximately 1.15 carats, ring size Q. £1,400–£1,800
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334
A RUBY AND DIAMOND CRESCENT BROOCH, the inner row of cushion-cut rubies between outer borders of vari-cut diamonds, gold mounted, (two rubies missing, three diamonds replaced with white stones), total diamond weight approximately 1.50 carats, width 34mm. £1,000–£1,500
335
AN 18CT GOLD, RUBY AND DIAMOND HINGED BANGLE, set to the front with oval mixed-cut rubies and single-cut diamond highlights, between shoulders engraved with foliate and scroll detailing, maker’s mark ‘J&P’, London hallmark for 1976, inner diameter 5.1cm. £3,600–£4,200 Accompanied by a report from GCS stating that the rubies are of Thai/Cambodian origin with no indications of heating. Report number 5783-3180, dated 28 June 2023.
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336
AN 18CT GOLD AND DIAMOND ‘CHELENGK’ BROOCH/PENDANT fashioned after the Chelengk (‘Plume of Triumph’) presented to Admiral Lord Nelson by Sultan Selim III after victory over the French at the Battle of the Nile, 1798, set throughout with brilliant-cut diamonds, the 13 rays above a central rose flowerhead, the rays tied below with a ‘true-love’ knot, the reverse stamped with maker’s mark ‘SC’ for Sterling Creations Ltd, hallmark for London 2006, the suspensory loop possibly later added and bearing hallmark for London 1997, length 6cm. £3,000–£4,000 Provenance: VICE ADMIRAL SIR DONALD GOSLING KCVO KSTJ commissioned two identical Chelengk brooches, the first presented to the Duchess of Cornwall as a wedding gift on the occasion of her marriage to HRH The Prince of Wales in 2005; the second given by Sir Donald to his partner, Gabriella Di Nora, offered here for sale.
SIR DONALD GOSLING (1929–2019) was a highly successful British businessman, entrepreneur and philanthropist. He is best known for his lifelong devotion to the Royal Navy and as the co-creator of the National Car Parks (NCP) empire. As a child Gosling developed a passion for the sea. At just 14 years old, he added a year to his age to join the Nautical Training Corps, officially entering the Royal Navy in 1944 during World War II. He served as a radio operator aboard the light cruiser HMS Leander. Returning to civilian life, Gosling teamed up with fellow exserviceman Ronald Hobson in 1948. Seeing a growing post-war demand for cars and an abundance of cleared, bombed-out land in London, the pair invested £200 to lease a bomb site and turn it into a parking lot. This single lot grew into National Car Parks
The late Queen Elizabeth II at the official reopening of Kensington Palace and its permanent exhibition dedicated to Queen Victoria entitled ‘Victoria Revealed’, on 15 March 2012, attended by Sir Donald Gosling and Gabriella Di Nora, seen here wearing the chelengk brooch.
(NCP). Over the next fifty years, Gosling and Hobson expanded the company into a dominant multi-storey and airport parking empire, finally selling the business in 1998. For the remainder of his life, Gosling used his wealth to support the military, and through The Gosling Foundation, formed in 1985, he donated to naval and forces charities. His contributions in 2012 saved Lord Nelson’s historic flagship, HMS Victory, for the nation. Gosling was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 1976 for his services to charity. Because of his unparalleled support for the Senior Service, he was granted successive honorary ranks in the Royal Naval Reserve. In 2012, the Queen bestowed upon him the ultimate personal honour by appointing him Vice-Admiral of the United Kingdom.
The Duchess of Cornwall (now Queen Camilla) attending the service of Thanksgiving for the life and work of Sir Donald Gosling, held at Westminster Abbey, 11 December 2019, wearing her chelengk brooch. Copyright: GETTY images, Justin Goff Photos
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The pair of Chelengk brooches commissioned by Sir Donald Gosling are modelled on the original chelengk presented to Admiral Lord Nelson by Sultan Selim III of Turkey after his triumphant success over the French at the Battle of the Nile in 1798, saving Ottoman interests from French forces in Egypt. The jewel was designed with 13 diamond rays to represent the French ships captured or destroyed in the action. The Sultan was captivated by Nelson’s success and wished to reward him in traditional Ottoman style. He presented Nelson with a superb diamond-set chelengk, a ‘chelengk’ or ‘Plume of Triumph’ being a turban ornament adorned with gemstones, a long established Ottoman reward for bravery on the field of battle. Nelson’s extravagant gift was reputedly set with over 300 diamonds, and included a central diamond star powered by clockwork to rotate when worn. The image of Nelson proudly displaying this exotic piece pinned to his military tricorn hat, was to become a signature part of his uniform and future portraiture. After Nelson’s death, the chelengk passed through family inheritance, and in 1895 was sold at auction. Following the sale, it changed hands before being purchased for the nation in 1929 by Lady Barclay and eventually placed on display at the National Maritime Museum in 1937 within a gallery dedicated to Lord Nelson’s legacy. Tragedy was to befall the precious jewel, when it was stolen from the Museum in 1951, the heist claimed by George ‘Taters’ Chatham, an infamous London burglar. Chatham later revealed the jewel had been broken up and the diamonds sold for “a few thousand pounds”. No trace of it was ever discovered. In 2017, an exceptional historically accurate replica of the original chelengk was commissioned by Symbolic & Chase, and made by the master goldsmith Philip Denyer. This remarkable recreation was unveiled in the cabin of Admiral Lord Nelson’s flagship HMS Victory on 21 October 2017, ‘Trafalgar Day’, before going on public display at the adjoining National Museum of the Royal Navy where it was enjoyed by thousands of visitors for the next six months.
LITERATURE: Downer, M. Nelson’s Lost Jewel, pub. The History Press, 2017.
Admiral Sir Horatio Nelson (1758-1805) by Lemuel Francis Abbott, 1799 Royal Museums Greenwich
337
A PAIR OF ART DECO ONYX, CARNELIAN AND ROCK CRYSTAL EAR PENDANTS, composed of polished onyx and carnelian elongated drops with faceted rock crystal spacers, to hook fittings, length 5.6cm. £140–£160 According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer, the mounts are testing as 9ct gold.
338
AN ART DECO ONYX AND DIAMOND BROOCH, the polished onyx convex hoop with pierced geometric accents set with rose-cut diamonds, stamped ‘PT’, length 31mm. £150–£200
339
AN ART DECO DIAMOND CLIP, of stylised geometric form, set throughout with brilliant and baguette-cut diamonds, mounted in platinum, total diamond weight approximately 1.85 carats, length 23.5mm. £500–£700
340
AN ART DECO ONYX AND DIAMOND PANEL BROOCH, the pierced rectangular panel set throughout with old brilliant and rose-cut diamonds, with shaped onyx cabochon highlights, mounted in platinum, (one onyx deficient) total diamond weight approximately 6.00 carats, length 6.5cm. £2,200–£2,600
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341
A RUBY AND DIAMOND CLIP, CIRCA 1950, the ribbon spray with applied flowerhead, set throughout with brilliant, baguette and single-cut diamonds, with two circular-cut ruby highlights, total diamond weight approximately 4.10 carats, length 5.5cm. £1,200–£1,500
342
A DIAMOND SPRAY BROOCH, of openwork tiered design, set throughout with baguette and brilliant-cut diamonds, stamped ‘18K’, total diamond weight approximately 5.20 carats, length 5.5cm. £1,600–£2,000
343
A DIAMOND SINGLE STONE RING, the old-cut diamond, weighing 2.36 carats, in pierced gallery setting, platinum mounted, (shank partially replaced), ring size N. £3,000–£5,000 According to a verbal report from GCS, the diamond is grading as M colour and VS1 clarity. Verbal report number 5786-3760.
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344
A DIAMOND PENDANT, the heart-shaped diamond, weighing 2.03 carats, claw-set beneath a polished bale, mounted in white gold, length including bale 13.5mm. £6,000–£8,000 Accompanied by a report from GCS stating the heart-shaped diamond, weighing 2.03 carats, is G colour, VVS2 clarity. Report number 5786-3637, dated 6 August 2026. Accompanied by a report from EGL stating the heart-shaped diamond, weighing 2.03 carats, is F colour, VS2 clarity. SA No. 51200469/33441. According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer, the pendant mount is testing as 9ct white gold.
345
A SET OF THREE DIAMOND SWIFT BROOCHES BY GOWLAND BROS. LTD., 1979, the graduating swifts in flight, pavé-set throughout with single-cut diamonds, and with ruby cabochon eyes, mounted in 18ct white gold, each with maker’s mark, each with London hallmark, in fitted maker’s case, lengths 46mm, 38mm and 32mm. £2,600–£3,000
346
A NATURAL PEARL, CONCH PEARL AND DIAMOND FRINGE NECKLACE, CIRCA 1890, the frontispiece of arcaded design, set throughout with natural pearls and old-cut, cushion-cut and rose-cut diamonds, with knife-bar detail, suspending four graduating conch pearls and five natural pearl drops, beneath rose-cut diamond caps, silver and gold mounted throughout, to a later natural pearl necklace with three stone diamond set bar clasp, contained in part fitted case by Hancocks & Co., (one pink pearl ‘fashioned’ rather than natural), total diamond weight approximately 10.50 carats, length 38.5cm. £20,000–£30,000
Provenance: Purchased at Hancocks & Co. in the late 19th century, and thence by direct family descent.
Accompanied by a Report from The Gem & Pearl Laboratory stating the following: 1. Five flattened oval part-drilled pink ‘pearls’, Largest: width 7.9–10.6mm, length 12–13mm 2. Four part-drilled drop ‘pearls’ Largest: width 7.7mm, length 10–11mm 3. 25 drilled, round, oval, drop and button ‘pearls’ Largest: width 4.9mm 4. Two ungraduated rows of 19 and 19 ‘pearls’ Diameters: range between 3.4–4mm Mounted with eleven part-drilled button ‘pearls’ (NOT TESTED).
RESULTS: 1. FOUR NATURAL CONCH PEARLS and one fashioned conch shell (2nd from left). 2, 3 & 4. ALL NATURAL SALTWATER PEARLS. Report number 27329, dated 4 August 2026.
347
A DIAMOND NECKLACE, the fancy box-link chain leading to graduated brilliant-cut diamonds suspending a star drop set with single-cut diamonds, total diamond weight approximately 5.80 carats, length excluding extension 44.5cm. £2,600–£3,600 According to a PMI test on an XRF Analyzer the necklace is testing as 19ct gold.
348
AN ANTIQUE DIAMOND FIVE STONE RING, set with a row of graduated old brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in gold, stamped ‘18’, total diamond weight approximately 1.00 carat, ring size approximately J. £300–£500
349
A DIAMOND BANGLE, of crossover design, set to the front with brilliant and single-cut diamonds, total diamond weight approximately 1.75 carats, inner diameter approximately 5.7cm. £1,800–£2,200 According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer, the majority of the bracelet is testing as 21ct gold. A small section of the reverse is testing as 18ct gold.
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350
A COLLECTION OF JEWELLERY, to include two pairs of floral ear clips, one stamped ‘18K’, Swedish assay marks, a diamond hoop bar brooch, stamped ‘9CT’, an amethyst brooch, stamped ‘9CT’, two pairs of silver cufflinks, Swedish assay mark, etc., various lengths. (12) £500–£700
351
A SMALL COLLECTION OF JEWELLERY, comprising a pair of elephant mask earrings with circularcut ruby eyes, a pair of 9ct gold twisted hoop earrings, European convention mark, a 9ct gold tricolour heart ring, London hallmark, and a single hoop by UnoAErre, stamped ‘375’, Italian assay mark, various lengths and sizes. (4) £400–£600
352
A COLLECTION OF ANTIQUE STICKPINS AND BROOCHES, to include a hardstone cameo set stickpin, a ruby and diamond stickpin, an amethyst and seed pearl stickpin, etc., a gem-set bar brooch, and a large salamander brooch set with green and white pastes, stamped ‘935’, salamander length 12cm. (Quantity) £300–£500
353
ASSORTED JEWELLERY, comprising two pairs of 9ct gold cufflinks, three rings, a gold St. Christopher pendant on chain, a lady’s gold watch on bracelet strap, a Silver Jubilee ingot pendant, Birmingham hallmark for 1977, a cat brooch and miscellaneous items, various sizes. (12) £500–£700
354
A SMALL COLLECTION OF JEWELLERY, comprising an early 20th century diamond-set arrow jabot pin, a 9ct gold, seed pearl and garnet star brooch, rubbed UK hallmark, an amethyst and diamond crab brooch, and a pair of hexagonal onyx cufflinks, stamped ‘925’, various lengths. (4) £500–£800
355
A PAIR OF 18CT GOLD CUFFLINKS, 1920, with oval discs, monogrammed, with chain connectors, by makers ‘BHJ’, Birmingham hallmark, and a set of six gold studs, all stamped 9ct, contained in suede ‘OP’ wallet, cufflinks length 8mm. £500–£600
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356
A SMALL COLLECTION OF ANTIQUE JEWELLERY, to include a turquoise, pearl and diamond bow brooch, a seed pearl swallow bar brooch, a gem-set bar brooch, a blue zircon ring, etc., various sizes. (7) £400–£600 According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer the bow brooch is testing as between 13-15ct gold.
357
A COLLECTION OF FOUR RINGS, comprising a diamond cluster ring, stamped ‘18ct’, a single stone diamond ring, stamped ‘18CT’ & ‘PLAT’, an amethyst dress ring, stamped ‘9CT’ and a plain gold wedding ring, total diamond weight approximately 0.40 carat, various sizes. (4) £500–£600
358
A MISCELLANEOUS COLLECTION, comprising assorted unmounted gemstones, to include a rectangular-cut blue spinel, eight round-cut smoky quartz, two rectangular-cut citrines, cabochon moonstones, two marquise-cut jade panels, turquoise, rough sapphires crystals etc., and further assorted items, including an 18ct gold mounted pearl stud, cased, (pearl untested), and a banded onyx finial. (Quantity) £100–£200
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FOUR UNMOUNTED DIAMONDS, comprising one brilliant-cut and three marquise-shaped diamonds, total diamond weight approximately 1.15 carats. £100–£200 Please note VAT at 20% on the hammer price is payable on this lot.
360
A SMALL COLLECTION OF ANTIQUE JEWELLERY, comprising two amethyst and seed pearl brooches, a pearl and diamond bar brooch, (pearl untested), two garnet cluster rings, a 9ct gold gem-set brooch and an early 20th century sapphire and seed pearl stickpin, various sizes. (7) £400–£600
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THREE DIAMOND RINGS, comprising a three stone ring, stamped ‘18CT & PLAT’, a dress ring of panel design, stamped ‘PLAT’ & ‘18CT’, and a cluster ring, the surround set with brilliant-cut diamonds, stamped ‘18K’, Swedish assay mark, (centre stone deficient), total diamond weight approximately 1.00 carat, ring sizes N–P. £700–£900
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THREE ANTIQUE GEM-SET RINGS, comprising a circular-cut sapphire and old brilliant-cut diamond cluster ring, stamped ‘18’, and two diamond three stone rings of crossover design, one stamped ‘18CT’, total diamond weight approximately 0.60 carat, ring sizes K–L. £300–£500
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FOUR GEM-SET RINGS, comprising an 18ct gold, turquoise and diamond ring, Birmingham hallmark, a diamond single stone ring, stamped ‘18CT’, a diamond three stone ring, stamped ‘18CT’ and ‘PLAT’, and a diamond dress ring, (turquoise untested), various sizes. £600–£800
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AN OPAL RING AND EAR CLIPS, the ring of three stone design, stamped ‘9k’, the openwork halfhoop ear clips each set with three oval cabochon opals, stamped ‘375’, ring size O. £400–£500
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FOUR GEM-SET DRESS RINGS, comprising two diamond rings, one stamped ‘18CT’, a 9ct gold and synthetic spinel ring, Edinburgh hallmark, and a 9ct gold and gem-set cluster ring, London hallmark, total diamond weight approximately 0.95 carat, ring sizes K–S. £600–£800
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A CULTURED PEARL NECKLACE AND BRACELET, the five rows of graduated cultured pearls, measuring approximately 4.5mm–7.1mm, to an 18ct gold clasp set with brilliant-cut diamonds, together with a four row bracelet of similar design, first with UK hallmark, lengths 51cm and 15.5cm. £300–£500
367
A COLLECTION OF JEWELLERY, to include a diamond ring, a 9ct gold Celtic cross pendant, UK hallmark, a shell cameo brooch, a 19th century silver locket with engraved swallow and ivy leaf decoration, etc., various sizes. (9) £300–£500
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ALL MIXED LOTS ARE FULLY ILLUSTRATED ON OUR WEBSITE W W W.NOONANS .CO.UK
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THREE 9CT GOLD AND GEM-SET DRESS RINGS, comprising a lapis lazuli cabochon ring, a ruby and diamond ring and a tanzanite and diamond ring, all with UK hallmarks, ring sizes O, N and L. £300–£500
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A DIAMOND CLUSTER RING, set with a brilliant-cut diamond within a similarly-set surround and shoulders, stamped ‘750’, ring size P. £100–£200
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THREE GEM-SET DRESS RINGS, comprising a moonstone cabochon ring, Södertälje assay mark, stamped ‘*8K’, a gem-set three stone ring, stamped ‘18K’, and a chrysoberyl cat’s eye cabochon and seed pearl ring, ring sizes O–L. £600–£800
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A SMALL COLLECTION OF JEWELLERY, comprising a 9ct gold and opal brooch, rubbed Chester hallmark, an Arts and Crafts enamel ring, a pair of cufflinks with foliate engraving, a gold plated flower brooch and a cultured pearl necklace, various sizes. (5) £100–£150
372
A COLLECTION OF ANTIQUE STUDS AND CUFFLINKS, gold and of engraved circular design, together with an onyx and diamond singular stud, one set cased, various sizes. (7) £300–£500
373
A COLLECTION OF JEWELLERY, to include a 9ct gold ruby and diamond cluster ring, London hallmark, a synthetic colour change sapphire ring, stamped ‘9CT’, two 9ct gold geometric rings, UK hallmarks, a jeep charm, stamped ‘750’, etc., various sizes. (16) £500–£700
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WATCHES LOT
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CONTINENTAL. A SILVER CONSULAR CASED VERGE WATCH, CIRCA 1790. MOVEMENT: gilded full plated, verge escapement, pierced and engraved balance bridge, chain and fusee. DIAL: white enamel, Arabic numerals. CASE: silver, scalloped design to the bezel and band, no. 3337, maker’s mark NB. SIGNED: unsigned. DIMENSIONS: diameter 49mm. £100–£150
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THO. OLLIVE, CRANBROOK. A SILVER PAIR CASED VERGE WATCH, 1828. MOVEMENT: gilded full plate, verge escapement, fusee and chain, pierced and engraved balance cock. DIAL: white enamel, Roman numerals. CASE: silver, plain outer, maker’s mark BN, London hallmark for 1828. SIGNED: movement signed Tho Ollive, Cranbrook, 18068. DIMENSIONS: diameter 59mm. Together with a horn link chain. £100–£150
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SWISS. A SILVER OPEN-FACED DUAL TIME WATCH, CIRCA 1900. MOVEMENT: lever escapement. DIAL: white enamel, dual time display, Roman and Turkish numerals, subsidiary seconds, painted floral swags with gilt detail. CASE: silver, engraved cuvette, engine-turned back with cartouche. SIGNED: unsigned. DIMENSIONS: diameter 48mm. £100–£200
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SWISS. A GOLD OPEN-FACED WATCH, CIRCA 1860. MOVEMENT: cylinder. DIAL: gilt, Roman numerals within engine-turned cartouches, floral motif to the centre. CASE: 18ct gold, engraved scroll and floral decoration, gilt cuvette. SIGNED: unsigned. DIMENSIONS: diameter 36mm. £260–£360
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SWISS. A GOLD OPEN-FACED KEYLESS WATCH, CIRCA 1900. MOVEMENT: cylinder escapement. DIAL: gilt, Roman numerals, engine-turned chapter ring, engraved floral motif to the centre. CASE: 14ct gold, gilt cuvette, case back engraved is foliate design, engraved initials to the centre. SIGNED: unsigned. DIMENSIONS: diameter 32mm. ACCESSORIES: fitted presentation case. £200–£300
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M. J. RUSSELL, LONDON. A GOLD HUNTING CASED KEYLESS WATCH, 1896. MOVEMENT: gilded three quarter plate, lever escapement. DIAL: white enamel, Roman numerals, subsidiary seconds. CASE: 18ct gold, gold cuvette, no. 337, maker’s mark F.W, Chester hallmark for 1896. SIGNED: dial, movement signed M. J. Russell, Chronometer Maker, Clerkenwell, London. DIMENSIONS: diameter 52mm. £2,000–£2,600
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CHARLES FRODSHAM, LONDON. A GOLD AND ENAMEL HALFHUNTING CASED KEYLESS WATCH, NO. 09670, CIRCA 1908. MOVEMENT: lever escapement. DIAL: white enamel, Arabic numerals. CASE: 18ct gold, gold cuvette, glazed aperture, blue enamel with Arabic numerals, case back with engraved inscription, later added wire lugs, London hallmark for 1908, maker’s mark RN. SIGNED: movement signed Chas Frodsham, 27 South Molton Street, London. DIMENSIONS: diameter 30mm. £300–£500
381
SWISS. A GOLD OPEN-FACED WATCH, CIRCA 1860. MOVEMENT: cylinder. DIAL: gilt, Roman numerals within engine-turned cartouches, floral motif to the centre. CASE: 18ct gold, engraved scroll and floral decoration, gilt cuvette. SIGNED: unsigned. DIMENSIONS: diameter 36mm. £200–£300
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LONGINES, RETAILED BY A. N. GUY, BUENOSAIRES. A GOLD HUNTING CASED KEYLESS WATCH, CIRCA 1910. MOVEMENT: cal. 19.74N, lever escapement, no. 2331302. DIAL: white enamel, Roman numerals, subsidiary seconds. CASE: 18ct gold, gold cuvette, engine-turned covers, engraved initials. SIGNED: movement. DIMENSIONS: diameter 48.5mm. £500–£700
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J. W. BENSON, LONDON. A GOLD HUNTING CASED KEYLESS WATCH, 1860. MOVEMENT: gilded three quarter plate, lever escapement, no. 19688. DIAL: white enamel, Roman numerals, outer minute track, subsidiary seconds. CASE: 18ct gold, engine-turned covers, cartouche to the centre, no. 9688, London hallmark for 1860. SIGNED: case, dial and movement. DIMENSIONS: diameter 47.5mm. ACCESSORIES: fitted presentation case. £1,000–£1,500
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SWISS. A LADY’S GOLD AND DIAMOND-SET HUNTING-CASED KEYLESS WATCH, CIRCA 1900. MOVEMENT: lever escapement. DIAL: silvered, Arabic numerals, subsidiary seconds. CASE: 18ct gold, gold cuvette, cover with applied intertwining scroll design highlighted with diamond (lacking winding crown). SIGNED: unsigned. DIMENSIONS: diameter 29.5mm. £400–£600
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SWISS. A GOLD AND ENAMEL HALF-HUNTING CASED KEYLESS WATCH, CIRCA 1900. MOVEMENT: cylinder escapement. DIAL: white enamel, Roman numerals. CASE: 18ct gold, gilt cuvette, glazed aperture with pink translucent enamel over an engine-turned ground, blue Roman numerals. SIGNED: unsigned, cuvette signed by retailer Winsor Bishop, Norwich. DIMENSIONS: diameter 32.5mm. ACCESSORIES: fitted presentation case. £200–£300
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SWISS. A GOLD HUNTING CASED KEYLESS WATCH MADE FOR THE TURKISH MARKET, CIRCA 1910. MOVEMENT: jewelled lever escapement. DIAL: white enamel, Turkish numerals, subsidiary seconds. CASE: 18ct gold, engine-turned covers, no. 464405, blue enamel tughra of Sultan Mehemd V Reşad. SIGNED: unsigned. DIMENSIONS: diameter 54mm. £2,000–£3,000 Sultan Mehemd V Reşad was the penultimate sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1909 to 1918.
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387
ZENITH, RETAILED BY BIRCH & GAYDON LTD. A GOLD TRENCH WATCH, CIRCA 1920. DIAL: white enamel, Arabic numerals, subsidiary seconds. CASE: 9ct gold, screw-down back and bezel, wire lugs, no. 302296. SIGNED: case and movement, dial signed Birch & Gaydon Ltd, London. DIMENSIONS: diameter 29mm. £400–£500 Land & Water’ was a brand name used by the London watchmakers, jewellers and silversmiths Birch & Gaydon. The name ‘Land & Water’ was taken from a patriotic newspaper of the same name, which reported on the progress of the war. In 1959, Birch & Gaydon was taken over by Asprey & Co.
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WEST END WATCH CO. A SILVER HERMETIC CASED WRISTWATCH, CIRCA 1920. MOVEMENT: manual winding. DIAL: white enamel, Arabic numerals, outer minute track, subsidiary seconds. CASE: silver, snap-on back, screw-down bezel opens to reveal inner case and crown, wire lugs, no. 291075. SIGNED: dial signed West End Watch Co. Keepsake. DIMENSIONS: diameter 33mm. £150–£200 This early type of protective case was invented by Frederick Gruen in America in 1918. Interestingly, Swiss watch case maker Jean Finger was granted a patent for a very similar case design in 1921.
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OMEGA. A NICKEL PLATED MILITARY ISSUE KEYLESS WATCH, CIRCA 1926. MOVEMENT: lever escapement, 15 jewels, no. 9125108. DIAL: white enamel, Arabic numerals, outer minute track, subsidiary seconds. CASE: nickel plated, hinged cuvette, no. 9932941, military issue number and board arrow with ‘S’ alongside (standing for sold out of service). SIGNED: case, dial and movement. DIMENSIONS: diameter 45mm. £100–£150
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LONGINES. A SILVER OPEN-FACED KEYLESS WATCH WITH ALARM, CIRCA 1928. MOVEMENT: lever escapement, polished steel hammer striking on coiled gong, no. 4806332. DIAL: silvered, Arabic numerals, outer minute track, engine-turned subsidiary dials for constant seconds and alarm set. CASE: silver, hinged back, hinged cuvette, no. 41806332. SIGNED: case, dial and movement. DIMENSIONS: diameter 50mm. Together with a silver Albert chain and instructions in German inside the case back. £150–£200
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LONGINES. A STAINLESS STEEL MILITARY ISSUE RCAF PILOT/ NAVIGATOR’S WATCH, CIRCA 1943. MOVEMENT: cal. 12.68N, manual winding, 16 jewels, no. 6582752. DIAL: restored silvered, Arabic numerals, outer minutes track, centre seconds. CASE: stainless steel, snap-on back, no. 22443 624, case back with British Air Ministry issue markings 6B/159 A2738. SIGNED: case, dial and movement. DIMENSIONS: diameter 33mm. Accompanied by British Campaign and service ribbon bar, ‘O’ wing half-wing brevet, ‘O’ wing half wind sweat heart brooch, RCAF Airforce Association lapel pin, gilt metal two RCAF sweat heart brooch, RCAF Reserve lapel pin and copies of Officer MacInnis’ enrolment form, record of service and service award card. £800–£1,000
Provenance: This watch was formally the property of Royal Canadian Airforce Officer Elmer MacInnis. Royal Canadian Air Force officer Elmer MacInnis enlisted in Charlottetown in 1941 and was promoted to Flight Lieutenant in 1944. During his service, Flying Officer MacInnis completed numerous operations against the enemy, in the course of which he “invariably displayed the utmost fortitude, courage and devotion to duty”. He is believed to have worn this watch during his 34 tour operations as a navigator, which ran from August 1943 to August 1944 and included missions over Italy, Germany and France. In recognition of his outstanding operational record and courage, MacInnis was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross.
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OMEGA. A GOLD PLATED AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH DATE, REF. 14902 SC-62, CONSTELLATION, CIRCA 1962. MOVEMENT: cal. 561, automatic, 24 jewels, no. 19079406. DIAL: silvered pie-pan shaped, central cross-hair, applied baton indexes, date aperture. CASE: gold plated, screw-down back. SIGNED: case, dial and movement. DIMENSIONS: diameter 33.5mm. £300–£500
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TUDOR. A STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH DATE, REF. 7968, PRINCE-OYSTERDATE, CIRCA 1960. MOVEMENT: automatic, 25 jewels. DIAL: silvered, applied dagger indexes, magnified date aperture. CASE: stainless steel Oyster case, screw-down back and crown, no. 302513. SIGNED: case, dial and movement. DIMENSIONS: diameter 33mm. £300–£500
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TUDOR. A STAINLESS STEEL WRISTWATCH, REF. 7934, OYSTER ROYAL, CIRCA 1965. MOVEMENT: cal. 1156, manual winding, 17 jewels. DIAL: silvered, applied baton indexes, centre seconds. CASE: stainless steel Oyster case, screw-down back and crown, no. 473857. SIGNED: case, dial and movement. DIMENSIONS: diameter 34mm. £300–£400
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SEIKO. A STEEL AUTOMATIC TONNEAU-FORM DIVER’S WATCH REF. 6105-8000, CIRCA 1975. MOVEMENT: cal. 6105B, automatic 17 jewels DIAL: black, baton indexes, centre seconds, date aperture CASE: stainless steel, screw-down back, calibrated bezel, no. 8508305 SIGNED: case, dial and movement DIMENSIONS: length including lugs 47.5mm, width 41mm. £300–£500
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ROLEX. A GOLD AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH, REF. 6084/6085, OYSTER PERPETUAL CHRONOMETER, CIRCA 1950. MOVEMENT: jewelled automatic, no. 94302, F59195. DIAL: silvered, Arabic and dagger indexes, centre seconds. CASE: 10ct gold, screw-down back, no. 872146, 9ct gold Glasgow import mark for 1951, Super Oyster crown. SIGNED: case, dial and movement. £2,000–£3,000 DIMENSIONS: diameter 34mm. The Rolex reference 6084 belongs to the transitional generation of Oyster watches that bridged the distinctive Bubbleback era with the slimmer, more modern Oyster cases that followed. Produced in the 1950s, the 6084 is often referred to by collectors as the “Semi-Bubbleback”, a nickname that reflects its position between the pronounced domed caseback of the earlier Bubblebacks and the flatter profile of later Oyster models.
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ARTINAL, SWISS. A LADY’S GOLD OPEN-FACED KEYLESS WATCH, CIRCA 1980. MOVEMENT: manual winding. DIAL: gilt, Roman numerals, polychrome enamel painted flowers. CASE: 18ct gold, snap-on back, embossed floral design. SIGNED: dial. DIMENSIONS: diameter 33.5mm. £700–£1,000
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OMEGA. A GOLD SQUARE WRISTWATCH, REF. 111.045, CIRCA 1964. MOVEMENT: cal. 620, manual winding, 17 jewels, no. 21162196. DIAL: silvered, applied baton indexes. CASE: 18ct gold, snap-on back, London import mark for 1964, 9ct gold buckle. SIGNED: case, dial, movement and buckle. DIMENSIONS: length 22.5mm, width 22mm. £260–£360
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OMEGA. A STAINLESS STEEL AND GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH DATE, DE VILLE, CIRCA 1990. MOVEMENT: quartz. DIAL: gilt, applied dagger indexes, centre seconds, date aperture. CASE: stainless steel, gold bezel, snap-on back with inscription, no. 54592631, gold plated buckle. SIGNED: case, dial movement and buckle. DIMENSIONS: diameter 32mm. £150–£200
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LONGINES. A LADY’S GOLD PLATED WRISTWATCH, REF. L5 132 2, LES GRANDES CLASSIQUES, CIRCA 2005. MOVEMENT: quartz. DIAL: gilt, applied baton indexes, date aperture. CASE: gold plated, snap-on back, integral gold plated bracelet. SIGNED: case, dial, movement and bracelet. DIMENSIONS: diameter 24mm, bracelet circumference approximately 185mm. £100–£150
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VACHERON & CONSTANTIN. A LADY’S GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH TEARDROP LUGS, CIRCA 1940. MOVEMENT: cal. 153, manual winding, 17 jewels, no. 468830. DIAL: silvered, applied baton indexes. CASE: 18ct gold, snap-on back, no. 301027. SIGNED: case, dial and movement. DIMENSIONS: diameter 20mm. Together with an unsigned 18ct gold mesh link bracelet. £1,800–£2,000
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LONGINES. A LADY’S GOLD BRACELET WATCH, CIRCA 1960. MOVEMENT: cal. 14.16, manual winding, 17 jewels, no. 11583891. DIAL: silvered engine-turned, applied baton indexes. CASE: 18ct gold, snap-on back, no. 40707, integral 18ct gold tapered bracelet. SIGNED: case, dial and movement. DIMENSIONS: diameter 18.5mm, bracelet circumference approximately 175mm. £1,000–£1,200
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OMEGA. A LADY’S GOLD BRACELET WATCH, CIRCA 1964. MOVEMENT: cal. 620, manual winding, 17 jewels, no. 22095782. DIAL: silvered, applied baton indexes. CASE: 9ct gold, snap-on back with engraved inscriptions, integral gold bracelet, no. 7115505, London hallmark for 1964. SIGNED: case, dial and movement. DIMENSIONS: diameter 18.5mm. ACCESSORIES: presentation case. £400–£600
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ROLEX. A LADY’S STAINLESS STEEL WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET, REF. 6410, OYSTER PRECISION, CIRCA 1964. MOVEMENT: manual winding, 17 jewels. DIAL: silvered, applied Arabic and dagger indexes, centre seconds. CASE: stainless steel Oyster case, screw-down back and crown, back with engraved inscription, no. 923968, stainless steel Oyster bracelet. SIGNED: cases, dial, movement and bracelet. DIMENSIONS: diameter 24.5mm, bracelet circumference approximately 170mm. ACCESSORIES: presentation case. £700–£900
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ROLEX. A LADY’S STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELET, REF. 79240, OYSTER PERPETUAL DATE, CIRCA 2004. MOVEMENT: cal. 2235, automatic, 31 jewels. DIAL: silvered, applied baton indexes, magnified date aperture, centre seconds. CASE: stainless steel Oyster case, screw-down back and crown, back with engraved inscription, no. F102123, engine-turned bezel, stainless steel Jubilee bracelet. SIGNED: case, dial, movement and bracelet. DIMENSIONS: diameter 26mm, bracelet circumference approximately 185mm. ACCESSORIES: punched guarantee, wallet, booklets, swing tags, presentation case. £1,200–£1,800
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OMEGA. A STAINLESS STEEL AND GOLD WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELET, SEAMASTER, DYNAMIC, ‘SPIDER’, CIRCA 1980. MOVEMENT: quartz. DIAL: gilt, black chapter ring, baton indexes, date aperture, centre seconds. CASE: stainless steel, gold bezel with raised batons, screw-down back, integral stainless steel bracelet. SIGNED: case, dial, movement and bracelet. DIMENSIONS: diameter 33mm, bracelet circumference approximately 185mm. £80–£100
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ROLEX. A STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELET, REF. 16030, DATEJUST, CIRCA 1987. MOVEMENT: cal. 3035, automatic, 27 jewels. DIAL: white, Roman numerals, magnified date aperture, centre seconds. CASE: stainless steel Oyster case, screw-down back and crown, stainless steel Jubilee bracelet. SIGNED: case, dial, movement and bracelet. DIMENSIONS: diameter 35mm, bracelet circumference approximately 175mm. ACCESSORIES: guarantee, wallet, booklets, original receipt, spare links and presentation case. £1,800–£2,600
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Y ROLEX. A LADY’S STAINLESS STEEL, GOLD AND DIAMOND-SET AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELET, REF. 68273, DATEJUST, CIRCA 1989. MOVEMENT: cal. 2135, automatic, 29 jewels. DIAL: mother-of-pearl, applied diamond indexes, magnified date aperture, centre seconds. CASE: stainless steel Oyster case, screw-down back and crown, diamond-set bezel, no. L606062, stainless steel and gold Jubilee bracelet. SIGNED: case, dial, movement and bracelet. DIMENSIONS: diameter 31mm, bracelet circumference approximately 170mm. £3,000–£5,000 The Rolex Datejust Ref. 68273 is a classic model which was produced betwee 1987 and 1993. With 31mm mid-size diameter this stylish watch offers great wearability and proportion.
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TELDA. A CHROME AND STAINLESS STEEL TRIPLE CALENDAR WRISTWATCH, CIRCA 1950. MOVEMENT: cal. 204, manual winding, 17 jewels. DIAL: silvered, Arabic numerals, outer date ring in blue, apertures for day and month, subsidiary seconds. CASE: chromed upper, snap-on stainless steel back. SIGNED: dial. DIMENSIONS: diameter 32mm. £240–£340
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OMEGA. A STAINLESS STEEL RECTANGULAR WRISTWATCH, REF. 511.0469, CIRCA 1974. MOVEMENT: cal. 625, manual winding, 17 jewels, no. 38091486. DIAL: white, baton indexes. CASE: stainless steel, snap-on back, satin-finished hooded lugs, no. 1110116, stainless steel clasp. SIGNED: case, dial, movement and clasp. DIMENSIONS: length 41.5mm, width 30mm. ACCESSORIES: Omega Vintage certificate of authenticity. £200–£300
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OMEGA. A GOLD PLATED WRISTWATCH, REF. 14389-2, SEAMASTER, CIRCA 1959. MOVEMENT: cal. 268, manual winding, 17 jewels, no. 17417616. DIAL: silvered, applied baton indexes, subsidiary seconds. CASE: gold plated, screw-down back, gold plated buckle. SIGNED: case, dial, movement and buckle. DIMENSIONS: diameter 35mm. £200–£300
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OMEGA. A GOLD WRISTWATCH, CIRCA 1963. MOVEMENT: cal. 286, manual winding, 17 jewels, no. 20167920. DIAL: silvered, applied Arabic and baton indexes, centre seconds. CASE: 9ct gold, snap-on back, Birmingham hallmark for 1963, maker’s mark A.L.D. SIGNED: case, dial and movement. DIMENSIONS: diameter 33mm. £200–£300
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CHRONOSWISS/KELEK. A GOLD PLATED AUTOMATIC 5-MINUTE REPEATING WRISTWATCH, CIRCA 1990. MOVEMENT: cal. 2892-2, automatic, 21 jewels, no. CH 8735. DIAL: white enamel, Arabic numerals, outer minute track. CASE: gold plated, sapphire crystal display snap-on back, push repeat button at 6 o’clock, gold plated buckle. SIGNED: case, dial, movement and buckle DIMENSIONS: diameter 42mm. £2,000–£3,000 Kelek was founded in 1896 in La Chaux-de-Fonds. The company was known for its high-quality mechanical watch calibres and was a specialist in complications such as chronographs, perpetual calendars, and minute repeaters
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Y AUDEMARS PIGUET. A GOLD AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH DATE, REF. 771130, HUITIEME, CIRCA 1990. MOVEMENT: automatic, 31 jewels. DIAL: silvered, applied baton indexes, date aperture, centre seconds. CASE: 18ct gold, snap-on back, no. C85734, 18ct gols buckle. SIGNED: case, dial, movement and buckle. DIMENSIONS: diameter 32mm. ACCESSORIES: instructions, service papers, pouch and presentation case. £2,000–£3,000
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CARTIER. A LADY’S STAINLESS STEEL RECTANGULAR WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET, REF. 2465, TANK FRANÇAISE, CIRCA 2005. MOVEMENT: quartz DIAL: silvered, Roman numerals, aperture for date, secret signature at VII CASE: stainless steel, back secured by four screws, sapphire cabochon-set crown, no. 139463CE, stainless steel bracelet SIGNED: case, dial, movement and bracelet DIMENSIONS: length including lugs 29.5mm, width 24.5mm, bracelet circumference approximately 150mm. £1,400–£1,800
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ROLEX. A STAINLESS STEEL, GOLD AND DIAMOND-SET AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH DATE AND BRACELET, REF. 16233, DATEJUST, CIRCA 1998. MOVEMENT: cal. 3135, automatic, 31 jewels. DIAL: gilt, diamond-set indexes, magnified date aperture, centre seconds. CASE: stainless steel Oyster case, screw-down back and crown, gold bezel, no. U788591, stainless steel and gold Jubilee bracelet. SIGNED: case, dial, movement and bracelet. DIMENSIONS: diameter 35mm, bracelet circumference approximately 200mm. ACCESSORIES: punched guarantee dated 1999, presentation case. £3,800–£4,800
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ROLEX. A GOLD AND DIAMOND-SET AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH DAY, DATE AND BRACELET, REF. 18238, DAY-DATE, CIRCA 1994. MOVEMENT: cal. 3155, automatic, 31 jewels. DIAL: gilt, applied diamond indexes, magnified date aperture, fan-form aperture for day, centre seconds. CASE: 18ct gold Oyster case, screw-down back and crown, no. S867944, 18ct gold President bracelet. SIGNED: case, dial, movement and bracelet. DIMENSIONS: diameter 36mm, bracelet circumference approximately 180mm. £10,000–£15,000 The Rolex Day-Date was first introduced in 1956. It was the first watch to display the day of the week spelled out in full at the 12 o’clock position. Known as the ‘Presidential’ watch due to its popularity among U.S. presidents, the Day-Date was worn by figures including Ronald Reagan, Richard Nixon, Bill Clinton and Lyndon B. Johnson. The reference 18238 was launched in the 1980s and introduced several notable advancements, including Rolex’s new Calibre 3155 movement with its double quickset function. The 18238 combines modern horological innovations with the Day-Date’s iconic, classic design.
418
ROLEX. A STAINLESS STEEL AUTOMATIC WRISTWATCH WITH DATE, BRACELET AND AZZURRO BLUE DIAL, REF. 116334, DATEJUST, CIRCA 2014. MOVEMENT: cal. 3136, automatic, 31 jewels. DIAL: Azzuro blue, applied Arabic numerals, magnified date aperture, centre seconds. CASE: stainless steel Oyster case, screw-down back and crown, no. Z0745310, stainless steel Oyster bracelet. SIGNED: case, dial, movement and bracelet. DIMENSIONS: diameter 41mm. ACCESSORIES: guarantee card, wallet, spare links and presentation case. £5,000–£7,000 The Rolex Datejust 116334 was introduced in 2009 and was offered with a wide range of dial configurations and hour markers. Combining the timeless design elements of the classic Datejust with a larger, more contemporary case, it appealed to collectors seeking a modern interpretation of an iconic model. Production of the reference 116334 ceased in 2016, when it was succeeded by the Datejust 41.
OBJECTS OF VERTU LOT
№ 421
419
A VICTORIAN SILVER DOUBLE-ENDED SCENT BOTTLE BY SAMPSON MORDAN, of plain cylindrical form, glass lined, with sprung hinged lid to one end, the other with screw off cap, London 1882, contained in fitted case, silk signed for retailer Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd, length 10.5cm. £150–£200
420
A SILVER-GILT CASED SEWING KIT BY COHEN & CHARLES, 1923, the tapered cylindrical case with pull off cover, enclosing a triple bobbin, the shaft enclosing compartment for needles, with slim cover bearing partial hallmark, with later unassociated silver gilt thimble, by James Fenton & Co., Birmingham 1923, case length 6cm. £100–£150
421
A VICTORIAN SILVER AND ENAMEL VESTA CASE BY SAMPSON MORDAN & CO., the front enamelled with a hunt meet, the huntsmen with their pack of hounds, London 1889, engraved with retailer ‘DOBSON & SONS. 32 PICCADILLY. LONDON’, dimensions 57 x 31 x 10mm. £600–£800
422
STANLEY BALDWIN INTEREST: A 9CT GOLD TOOTHPICK, 1937, of plain design, with slide action, the shaft engraved ‘BALDWIN OF BEWDLEY’, by E. Baker & Son, Chester hallmark, contained in leather sleeve, length 5.8cm, extended 8.6cm. £260–£360 Provenance: Gifted by Stanley Baldwin to a female aide, in thanks for loyal service, and thence by direct family descent. STANLEY BALDWIN, 1st Earl Baldwin of Bewdley (1867–1947), was a British statesman and Conservative politician. He was Prime Minister on three occasions: from May 1923–January 1924, from November 1924–June 1929 and again from June 1935 - May 1937, playing a prominent role in British politics in the interwar years. All lots are subject to extra charges which may be viewed in Ts and Cs 3, 4, 5 and 10 at the back of this catalogue.
423
SIR ISAAC NEWTON INTEREST: AN 18TH CENTURY QUARTZ INTAGLIO FOB SEAL SEAL, carved with the bust of Sir Isaac Newton, facing right, depicted bare headed, with open necked chemise and loose robe, after the painting by Sir James Thornhill, set within a gold C-scroll decorated open mount, with suspensory loop, together with a small handwritten label reading ‘Sir Isaac Newton’, (now detached), length 30mm. £600–£800 Provenance: Formerly from Barnsley Park, Gloucestershire. The MUSGRAVE family were resident at Barnsley Park from 1778, with James Musgrave Junior (later Sir James Musgrave) inheriting the park from his aunt Cassandra Perrot in 1778. His father, Reverend James Musgrave of Chinnor had originally purchased Sir Isaac Newton’s library of 2000 volumes from the Huggins family. He died one month after his son had inherited the park, who subsequently inherited Newton’s library.
The three-quarter length portrait of Sir Isaac Newton by Sir James Thornhill (1675–1734), was painted circa 1710–1712, and is held in the National Trust Collection at Woolsthorpe Manor, Lincolnshire, ref: NT427536.
Partially illustrated
424
A COLLECTION OF FIVE LATE 18TH / 19TH CENTURY HARDSTONE FOB SEALS, gilt metal mounted, four engraved with intaglio coats of arms, (most mounts damaged), together with a 19th century seed pearl glazed brooch, various sizes. (6) £500–£700 Provenance: Fob seals from left to right: First: The Crests of Wykeham and Musgrave. Second: The Arms of Musgrave, Baronet of Hayton Castle, Co. Cumberland. Third: The Arms of Musgrave and Blackhall. Fourth: The Arms of Musgrave quartering Huggins and Perrot with Blackhall in pretence. Fifth: The Arms of Musgrave quartering Huggins. Our thanks to Beacon Genealogical and Heraldic Research for assistance with this lot. All lots are subject to extra charges which may be viewed in Ts and Cs 3, 4, 5 and 10 at the back of this catalogue.
425
A 9CT GOLD MOUNTED CIGAR CUTTER BY ALFRED DUNHILL, 1994, of circular form, the gold with ‘samodorok’ finish to both sides, enclosing steel guillotine blade, with suspensory loop, signed ‘DUNHILL’, London hallmark, diameter 44mm. £300–£400 Dunhill produced a late production variation of the classic Dunhill cigar cutter design. The steel blades for the mid century cutters were sourced from or patented in France, hence the stamp ‘DEPOSE’ on the blade. By 1994, Dunhill streamlined its blade supply chain, now stamping the blades directly with their own DUNHILL branding. Dunhill revived the famous ‘Samodorok’ style for high end boutique releases, custom orders or anniversary editions in the 1990s.
426
A JADEITE ‘SANYANG’ CARVING, double-sided, the treated jadeite carved to depict three rams on a lotus, dimensions 52 x 55 x 12.5mm. £80–£120
427
A COLLECTION OF UNMOUNTED HARDSTONE SPECIMENS, comprising various polished hardstone plaques including jasper, moss agate, porphyry etc., contained in wooden box, largest length 7.6cm (29) £200–£300
All lots are subject to extra charges which may be viewed in Ts and Cs 3, 4, 5 and 10 at the back of this catalogue.
428
MASONIC REGALIA: A SMALL COLLECTION OF 20TH CENTURY PIECES, comprising: Duke of Sussex jewel Three Somerset Grand Officers’ collar jewels Royal Masonic Hospital Governor’s jewel and Redevelopment Fund jewel Stewards’ badges for charitable festivals Royal Arch members’ jewels and Zerubbabel breast jewel And five other jewels together with supporting documentation. £150–£200
429
A SCOTTISH PROVINCIAL EARLY 19TH CENTURY SILVER BASTING SPOON, DUNDEE, fiddle pattern, engraved with cursive initials D C, by maker William Constable, length 31cm. £100–£150 Provenance: William Constable is recorded as active between 1806 - 1830, and also used Edinburgh Assay mark.
430
SCOTTISH PROVINCIAL INTEREST: A SILVER FIDDLE PATTERN TABLE SPOON AND DESSERT SPOON, ABERDEEN, FIRST HALF 19TH CENTURY, by makers ‘A M’, and George Booth, both initialled, and a George III silver composite fiddle / old English pattern table spoon by Thomas Eustace, Exeter 1781. (3) £100–£120
431
A GEORGE II IRISH SILVER TABLE SPOON, of Hanoverian pattern, crested, maker’s mark ‘T G’, Dublin 1757 and a George III Irish silver bright-cut table spoon, by Samuel Neville, Dublin 1817, lengths 21cm and 23cm. (2) £100–£120
432
A VICTORIA SCOTTISH SILVER KING’S PATTERN BASTING SPOON, by William Marshall, Edinburgh 1864, and a silver basting spoon by the same maker, fiddle pattern with shell bowl, with additional mark for Alexander Henderson, date letter indistinct, lengths both 31cm. (2) £200–£300
All lots are subject to extra charges which may be viewed in Ts and Cs 3, 4, 5 and 10 at the back of this catalogue.
433
INDIAN COLONIAL INTEREST: AN EARLY 19TH CENTURY FIDDLE PATTERN SOUP LADLE, CALCUTTA, BY ROBERT HAMILTON, and a George IV Irish silver fiddle pattern soup ladle, maker’s name Mooney, together with initials ‘R W’, possibly for Richard Whitford, lengths 34cm and 33cm. (2) £300–£400
434
A VICTORIA SCOTTISH SILVER SOUP LADLE, of good gauge, variant of old English fern pattern, terminal initialled ‘P’ within shield-shaped reserve, by T. Smith & Sons, Glasgow 1898, length 31cm. £200–£300
435
A SET OF FOUR VICTORIA SCOTTISH SILVER SAUCE LADLES, fiddle pattern, probably by J Muir, Glasgow 1863, length 16cm. (4) £200–£240
436
A VICTORIA SCOTTISH SILVER CONDIMENT LADLE, fiddle pattern, maker’s mark ‘S W’, Edinburgh 1844, a Victoria Scottish silver sifter spoon, fiddle pattern with scallop terminal, by J McKay, Edinburgh 1863, a pair of George III Scottish silver old English pattern sauce ladles, maker’s mark ‘W M’, Edinburgh 1806, later initialled, and a George IV Scottish silver king’s pattern sauce ladle by Peter Sutherland, Edinburgh 1829, first length 14cm. (5) £100–£120
All lots are subject to extra charges which may be viewed in Ts and Cs 3, 4, 5 and 10 at the back of this catalogue.
437
A VICTORIAN SILVER MOUNTED CUT-GLASS CLARET JUG, by George Richards & Edward Brown, 1863, with tall slender neck and globular body, the silver mounts with hinged domed lid, and leaf-capped S-scroll handle, engraved with C-scroll and foliate decoration, London hallmark, height 25cm. £400–£600
438
A VICTORIA SILVER CAKE BASKET, EXHIBITED AT THE GREAT EXHIBITION OF 1851, with swing handle, the lobed body with six oval raised panels engraved with flowerheads and foliage, the pierced rim decorated with S and C scrolls, by Charles Reily & George Storer, circa 1850, (marks rubbed), the base with contemporary inscription ‘Exhibited at the Great Exposition 1851 by P G Dodd, 79 Cornhill, London’, diameter 28cm. £600–£800
All lots are subject to extra charges which may be viewed in Ts and Cs 3, 4, 5 and 10 at the back of this catalogue.
439
A MID 19TH CENTURY GILT BRONZE AND MALACHITE DISH BY ASPREY, EXHIBITED AT THE GREAT EXHIBITION OF 1851, of shallow, hexafoil form, set with conforming malachite bosses, together with a central boss mounted within entwined foliage, with entwined feet scrolling down from the rim, the reverse engraved ‘C. ASPREY, 166 Bond St. Exhibited 1851, Class 20 No. 50’, diameter 25cm. £600–£800 Companion pieces from this desk set are displayed at The Metropolitan Museum, New York, Gallery 516, comprising a pen tray (Object Number 1982.882), an inkwell (Object Number 2022.325), a desk calendar (Object Number 1982:88.1), a single candlestick (Object Number 1982.88.4), a tazza (Object Number 1982.88.7), a taperstand / taperstick (Object Number 1982.88.6a-c) and a paper knife/paper cutter (Object Number 1982.88.3).
Reverse
440
A SILVER ART NOUVEAU STYLE PHOTOGRAPH FRAME, BY DAVID RICHARDS & SONS, LONDON 1989, a pair of Victorian silver mounted heart-shaped photograph frames by William Comyns, one hallmarked for London 1895, (marks obscured to second frame), a small oval Victorian silver mounted photograph frame, London 1888, and a further circular photograph frame, all with easel backs, various heights. (5) £300–£500
441
A PAIR OF GEORGE V SCOTTISH SILVER QUAICHS, plain, maker’s marks rubbed, Edinburgh 1913, retailed by Brook & Son, 87 George Street, Edinburgh, bowl diameter 8cm. £50–£70
442
A VICTORIA SILVER BONBON DISH, pierce decorated, with border relief decorated with flowerheads and scrollwork, by Mappin & Webb, Sheffield 1893, diameter 15cm. £70–£90
All lots are subject to extra charges which may be viewed in Ts and Cs 3, 4, 5 and 10 at the back of this catalogue.
443
AN ASIAN SILVER CREAM JUG, PROBABLY BURMESE, repoussé decorated with deities within lotus shaped reserves, on a ground of scrolling foliage, the handle modelled as a cobra, height 6.7cm. £40–£60
444
A NORWEGIAN SILVER THREE PIECE CONDIMENT SET, SECOND HALF 19TH CENTURY, of tankard form, with lion handles, finials and feet, each lid inset with a mid 18th century Danish 24 skilling piece, by maker Marius Hammer, height 8cm. £300–£400
445
A SOUTHEAST ASIAN SILVER BOWL, 20TH CENTURY, THAI, of circular form, the sides heavily embossed with deities, beneath architraves, with chased foliate decoration below, the base with spot hammered script, diameter approximately 14.5cm, height 6.8cm. £100–£150
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A PR IVAT E CO LLE CTI ON O F RATTLES LOTS 446 – 450
446
Y AN 18TH CENTURY SILVER RATTLE, the stem of hexagonal section with six bells attached by scrollwork brackets, having plain ring suspension loop, the mouthpiece with incised initials ‘E E’, maker’s mark ‘S B ‘only, with coral ‘Corallium rubrum’ teething bar, length 14cm. £400–£600 Maker’s mark possibly for SUSANNA BARKER, small worker, entered 25 August 1778. See Grimwade: Ref. No. 2480. or: SAMUEL BLACKBOROW, See Grimwade: Ref. No. 3789.
447
Y A WILLIAM IV SILVER RATTLE, BY TAYLOR & PERRY, 1833, the column with tapering knops, relief decorated and crisply chased all over with flowerheads and scrollwork on a matted ground, having two rows of six bells, the mouthpiece with contemporary cursive initials, probably ‘S E L’, Birmingham hallmark, with coral ‘Corallium rubrum’ teething bar, length 14.5cm. £300–£400
448 Y
A VICTORIA SILVER RATTLE, BY CHARLES RAWLINGS & WILLIAM SUMNER, 1874, engraved with flowerheads and foliage within chevron and lattice banding, with six bells, each engraved with a flowerhead and suspended from the central knop, London hallmark, lion passant and maker’s mark on mouthpiece; full hallmark at base of column, with coral ‘Corallium rubrum’ teething bar, length 14cm. £400–600
All lots are subject to extra charges which may be viewed in Ts and Cs 3, 4, 5 and 10 at the back of this catalogue.
449
AN AMUSING GEORGE V SILVER ‘MONKEY’ RATTLE, BY CRISFORD & NORRIS, 1911, the column with an articulated monkey climbing a pole, surmounted with a pierce-decorated ball suspending three bells, and above, a bone teething ring, hallmarked for Birmingham hallmark, length (including teething ring) 14cm. £300–£500
450 Y
A GEORGE III SILVER GILT RATTLE, BY MATTHEW LINWOOD, 1814, with eight bells suspended from coiled serpent supports on the central engine-turned knop, the column applied with two bands of anthemion on a ribbed ground and with a similar band below the mouthpiece and the suspension loop, Birmingham hallmark, with coral ‘Corallium rubrum’ teething bar, length 14cm. £1,000–£1,200
All lots are subject to extra charges which may be viewed in Ts and Cs 3, 4, 5 and 10 at the back of this catalogue.
451
A SILVER AND PARCEL GILT DISH, BY STUART DEVLIN, the handle to the circular bowl pierce-decorated with a sea horse, seaweed, shells and coral, London 1982, diameter 10cm. £260–£300
452
A SILVER FLARED SUGAR BOWL, with planished finish, on circular foot, by George Nathan & Ridley Hayes, Birmingham 1914, diameter 12.5cm. £100–£120
453
A VICTORIA SCOTTISH SILVER SMALL FOOTED BOWL, with guilloche decorated rim banding, by William Marshall, Edinburgh 1867, monogrammed, diameter 10cm. £50–£70
All lots are subject to extra charges which may be viewed in Ts and Cs 3, 4, 5 and 10 at the back of this catalogue.
454
A LARGE SILVER TWIN-HANDLED TROPHY CUP AND COVER, BY CHARLES BOYTON & SON, 1926, of campana form, the cover with cast horse and jockey finial, the body decorated with repoussé domed frieze of repeating heartshaped foliate motifs, the plain tapered body above fruiting view border, and lobed base, between leaf capped scroll handles, on knopped stem, and spreading circular foot, raised on ebonised socle, rubbed London hallmark, trophy height 66cm. £2,600–£3,000 Provenance: Christie’s South Kensington, Sale 10 March 1992, lot 58.
All lots are subject to extra charges which may be viewed in Ts and Cs 3, 4, 5 and 10 at the back of this catalogue.
455
A GEORGE V SILVER HIP FLASK, with hinged cap and detachable sleeve, initialled, maker’s mark ‘J R’, Sheffield 1916, height (excluding neck) 11cm. £300–£400
456
A VICTORIAN SILVER CHEROOT CASE, with hinged top, the gilt interior with scroll-pierced retaining bar, maker probably Colin Hewer, London 1867, length 12cm. £200–£260
457
A LARGE SILVER ARTICULATED FISH, with pelvic and pectoral fins, the hinged head with open mouth, and with suspension loop, indistinct marks to tail, length 30cm. £150–£200
458
TWO SPANISH SILVER ARTICULATED FISH, with dorsal and pelvic fins, green cabochon eyes and closed mouths, guarantee marks, lengths 30cm and 15cm. £200–£300
459 Y
ROYAL INTEREST: A MID 19TH CENTURY SHAVING SET, PRESENTED TO JOHN BROWN BY QUEEN VICTORIA AND PRINCE ALBERT, the mahogany case with brass escutcheon inscribed John Brown, Dec 8th 1859, the two tier, swivel action interior with compartments containing a pair of bone-handled cut-throat razors, steel scissors, tortoiseshell mounted tweezers, pen knife, shaving brush, Britannia metal circular box and cover and nail accessories, the interior of the lid enclosing detachable leather backed easel mirror and strop, the brass lock plate engraved ‘Presented by Victoria & Albert’, the lock stamped ‘VR’ twice, (with key), dimensions 24 x 6.5cm. Accompanied by a royal (Windsor Castle) mourning envelope, (postmark MAR-26- 01) addressed to ‘D. H. Geddie Esq, Public Library, Victoria Street, Grimsby’, with a signature bottom left. £500–£800
Born in Aberdeenshire in 1826, JOHN BROWN began working at Balmoral Castle in 1848 and in 1858 become the personal gillie to Prince Albert. The shaving set offered here is inscribed ‘8 December 1859’, Brown’s 33rd birthday, and hence was a birthday gift from the Queen and Prince Consort. Following Albert’s death in 1861, the Queen was plunged into mourning and Brown was brought down from Balmoral to serve as her groom. The Queen found solace in his companionship and service, with Brown increasingly wielding a strong influence over her. The Prince of Wales and other members of the Royal family deeply resented the close relationship the Queen appeared to share with him. When Brown died in 1883, the Queen was devastated, and commanded that his private rooms at Windsor be left untouched. When she in turn died in January 1901, the new king, Edward VII, ordered all statues, busts and Brown’s personal artefacts be destroyed or discarded. Within the inner compartment of the lid of this shaving set, a black-bordered envelope was enclosed, (Royal mourning stationery was in use following Victoria’s death), bearing the postmark for 26 March 1901, and addressed ‘D H Geddie Esq, Public Library, Victoria Street, Grimsby’. Regrettably the envelope has no contents. The recipient, David Henry Geddie, was the first Borough Librarian of Grimsby Public Library from 1899/1900 until his retirement in 1938/1939. It is possible that Geddie may have had some involvement in the dispersal of Brown’s possessions.
End of Sale All lots are subject to extra charges which may be viewed in Ts and Cs 3, 4, 5 and 10 at the back of this catalogue.
INDE X OF MAK ERS
ASPREY 43
HARRIET GLEN
41
AUDEMARS PIQUET
414
GOWLAND BROS. LTD
342
GERALD BENNEY
236
GEORG JENSEN
58, 59, 62
J.W. BENSON 383
KUTCHINSKY
BENZIE OF COWES
34
MATTHEW LINWOOD
450
ERNET BLYTH FOR IVAN TARRATT LTD
53
FEI LIU
269
BOUCHERON
310
LAPPONIA
53
CHARLES BOYTON & SON
454
LONGINES
382, 391, 400, 402
CARRERA Y CARRERA
108
KIKI MCDONOUGH
196
143, 156, 317–321, 415
SAMPSON MORDAN
419, 421
CARTIER
68, 69
CHILD & CHILD
25
MIKIMOTO
261
CHRONOSWISS/KELEK
413
OMEGA
COHEN & CHARLES
420
DIEGO PERCOSSI PAPA
20
WILLIAM CONSTABLE
429
RAWLINGS & SUMNER
448
CRISFORD & NORRIS
449
ROLEX
CROPP & FARR
28
M. J. RUSSELL
379
CESARE DE VECCHI
182
H. STERN
223
STUART DEVLIN
451
TAYLOR & PERRY
447
JOHN DONALD
64–66
TIFFANY & CO.
258–260
ALFRED DUNHILL
425
DAVID THOMAS
67
DURANTE & LISCHETTI
315
TUDOR
THEO FENNELL
175
UNOAERRE
CHARLES FRODSHAM
380
VACHERON & CONSTANTIN
GARRARD
176
392, 398–399, 403, 406, 410–412
396, 404–405, 407–408, 416–418
393–394 172, 234, 309, 351 401
DI AMONDS D IA M ONDS A R E A S S E SSED ACCO RDING TO THE FO UR C ’ S 1. C ARAT WEIGHT 1 Carat equals 0.2 Grams. 2. C UT The quality of a cut is assessed in terms of it’s proportions, symmetry & polish. 3. CO LO UR Unless regarded as a ‘fancy’ coloured diamond, all diamonds are graded on their lack of colour. 4. C L ARITY Diamonds are graded on their freedom from inclusions (within the stone) & blemishes (found on the surface of the stone). They are assessed using 10x magnification. Please note the four cs of a diamond cannot be fully assessed whilst the stone is mounted. The approximate gradings provided in the condition reports are estimations, made by the specialists whilst the stones were mounted & are for guidance only. If a stone has been unmounted & assessed in a gemmological laboratory, this will be noted in the cataloguing/condition report.
CO LO UR G R AD E S G IA
CIBJO
T RA D I T I O NA L
D
Exceptional White + (EW+)
Finest White
E
Exceptional White (EW)
Finest White
F
Rare White + (RW+)
Fine White
G
Rare White (RW)
Fine White
H
White (W)
White
I
Slightly Tinted White (STW)
Commercial White
J
Slightly Tinted White (STW)
Top Silver Cape
K
Tinted White (TW)
Top Silver Cape
L
Tinted White (TW)
Silver Cape
M-Z
Tinted Colour (TC)
Cape
Fancy
Fancy Colour
CL A R I TY G R AD E S G IA
CIBJO
D E S CRI P T I O N
Flawless (FL)
Loupe Clean (LC)
Shows no inclusions or blemishes
Internally Flawless (IF)
Loupe Clean (LC)
Shows no inclusions & only insignificant blemishes
Very Very Slightly Included (VVS1/2)
Very Very Slightly Included (VVS1-2)
Contains minute inclusions which are very difficult for an experienced grader to see with 10x magnification
Very Slightly Included (VS1-2)
Very Slightly Included (VS1-2)
Contains very small inclusions that are difficult to see with 10x magnification
Slightly Included (SI1-2)
Slightly Included (SI1-2)
Contains inclusions that are easily visible with 10x magnification
Imperfect/Included (I1-3)
Pique (P1-3)
Contains inclusions that are obvious with 10x magnification & can often been seen with the naked eye; durability may be affected
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T ERM S A ND CO ND I T I O N S O F B U S I NE S S CO N DITIO NS M AINLY CO N CER NING BU YER S 1 The buyer The highest bidder shall be the buyer at the ‘hammer price’ and any dispute shall be settled at the auctioneer’s absolute discretion. Every bidder shall be deemed to act as principal unless there is in force a written acknowledgement by Noonans Mayfair Ltd. (“Noonans”) that he acts as agent on behalf of a named principal. Bids will be executed in the order that they are received. 2 Minimum increment The auctioneer shall have the right to refuse any bid which does not conform to Noonans’ published bidding increments which may be found at noonans.co.uk and in the bidding form included with the auction catalogue. 3 The premium The buyer shall pay to Noonans a premium of 24% on the ‘hammer price’ and agrees that Noonans, when acting as agent for the seller, may also receive commission from the seller in accordance with Condition 16. 4 Value Added Tax (VAT) The buyers’ premium is subject to the current rate of Value Added Tax if the lot is delivered to or collected by the purchaser within the UK. Lots marked ‘X’ are subject to importation VAT of 5% on the Hammer Price unless re-exported outside the UK, lots marked ‘XX’ are subject to importation VAT of 20% on the Hammer Price unless re-exported outside the UK. Buyers who wish to hand carry their lots to export them from the UK will be charged VAT at the prevailing rate and importation VAT(where applicable) and will not be able to claim a VAT refund. Buyers will only be able to secure a VAT free invoice and/or VAT refund if the goods are exported by Noonans or a pre-approved commercial shipper. Where the buyer instructs a pre-approved commercial shipper, proof of correct export out of the UK must be provided to Noonans by the buyer within 30 days of export and no later than 90 days from the date of the sale. Refunds are subject to a £50 administrative fee. Lots marked ‘††’ are subject to the Standard Rate of VAT, currently 20%, on both the hammer price and buyers’ premium. VAT can only be removed from the hammer price, if goods are exported by Noonans or a preapproved commercial shipper as per above. All lots will be subject to VAT on the buyers’ premium regardless of whether the lot is exported. 5. Artist’s Resale Rights (Droit de Suite) Lots marked ARR in the catalogue indicate lots that may be subject to this royalty payment. The royalty will be charged to the buyer on the ‘hammer price’ and is in addition to the buyers’ premium. Royalties are charged on a sliding percentage scale as shown below but do not apply to lots where the hammer price is less than 1000 pounds sterling. All royalty charges are paid in full to The Design and Artists Copyright Society (DACS). Portion of the hammer price From 0 to £50,000 From £50,000.01 to £200,000 From £200,000.01 to £350,000
From £350,000.01 to £500,000 0.5% Exceeding £500,000 0.25% VAT does not apply to the Artist’s Resale Rights.
discretion and without prejudice to any other rights it may have, be entitled to exercise one or more of the following rights and remedies:
6 Payment When a lot is sold the buyer shall:
(a) to proceed against the buyer for damages for breach of contract. (b) to rescind the sale of that or any other lots sold to the defaulting buyer at the same or any other auction. (c) to re-sell the lot or cause it to be re-sold by public auction or private sale and the defaulting buyer shall pay to Noonans any resulting deficiency in the ‘total amount due’ (after deduction of any part payment and addition of re-sale costs) and any surplus shall belong to the seller. (d) to remove, store and insure the lot at the expense of the defaulting buyer and, in the case of storage, either at Noonans’ premises or elsewhere. (e) to charge interest at a rate not exceeding 2 percent per month on the ‘total amount due’ to the extent it remains unpaid for more than 5 working days after the day of the auction. (f) to retain that or any other lot sold to the same buyer at the sale or any other auction and release it only after payment of the ‘total amount due’. (g) to reject or ignore any bids made by or on behalf of the defaulting buyer at any future auctions or obtaining a deposit before accepting any bids in future. (h) to apply any proceeds of sale then due or at any time thereafter becoming due to the defaulting buyer towards settlement of the ‘total amount due’ and to exercise a lien on any property of the defaulting buyer which is in Noonans’ possession for any purpose.
(a) confirm to Noonans his or her name and address and, if so requested, give proof of identity; and (b) pay to Noonans the ‘total amount due’ in pounds sterling within five working days of the end of the sale (unless credit terms have been agreed with Noonans before the auction). Please note that we will not accept cash payments in excess of £5,000 (five thousand pounds) in settlement for purchases made at any one auction. 7 Noonans may, at its absolute discretion, agree credit terms with the buyer before an auction under which the buyer will be entitled to take possession of lots purchased up to an agreed amount in value in advance of payment by a determined future date of the ‘total amount due’. 8 Any payments by a buyer to Noonans may be applied by Noonans towards any sums owing from that buyer to Noonans on any account whatever, without regard to any directions of the buyer, his or her agent, whether expressed or implied. 9 Collection of purchases The ownership of the lot(s) purchased shall not pass to the buyer until he or she has made payment in full to Noonans of the ‘total amount due’ in pounds sterling. 10 (a) The buyer shall at his or her own expense take away the lot(s) purchased not later than 5 working days after the day of the auction but (unless credit terms have been agreed in accordance with Condition 7) not before payment to Noonans of the ‘total amount due’. (b) The buyer shall be responsible for any removal, storage and insurance charges on any lot not taken away within 5 working days after the day of the auction. (c) The packing and handling of purchased lots by Noonans staff is undertaken solely as a courtesy to clients and, in the case of fragile articles, will be undertaken only at Noonans’ discretion. In no event will Noonans be liable for damage to glass or frames, regardless of the cause. Bulky lots or sharp implements, etc., may not be suitable for in-house shipping. 11 Buyers’ responsibilities for lots purchased The buyer will be responsible for loss or damage to lots purchased from the time of collection or the expiry of 5 working days after the day of the auction, whichever is the sooner. Neither Noonans nor its servants or agents shall thereafter be responsible for any loss or damage of any kind, whether caused by negligence or otherwise, while any lot is in its custody or under its control. Loss and damage warranty cover at the rate of 1.5% will be applied to any lots despatched by Noonans to destinations outside the UK, unless specifically instructed otherwise by the consignee.
12 Remedies for non-payment or failure to collect purchase Royalties If any lot is not paid for in full and taken away in 4% accordance with Conditions 6 and 10, or if there is 3% any other breach of either of those Conditions, 1% Noonans as agent of the seller shall, at its absolute
13 Liability of Noonans and sellers (a) Goods auctioned are usually of some age. All goods are sold with all faults and imperfections and errors of description. Illustrations in catalogues are for identification only. Buyers should satisfy themselves prior to the sale as to the condition of each lot and should exercise and rely on their own judgement as to whether the lot accords with its description. Subject to the obligations accepted by Noonans under this Condition, none of the seller, Noonans, its servants or agents is responsible for errors of descriptions or for the genuineness or authenticity of any lot. No warranty whatever is given by Noonans, its servants or agents, or any seller to any buyer in respect of any lot and any express or implied conditions or warranties are hereby excluded. (b) Any lot which proves to be a ‘deliberate forgery’ may be returned by the buyer to Noonans within 15 days of the date of the auction in the same condition in which it was at the time of the auction, accompanied by a statement of defects, the number of the lot, and the date of the auction at which it was purchased. If Noonans is satisfied that the item is a ‘deliberate forgery’ and that the buyer has and is able to transfer a good and marketable title to the lot free from any third party claims, the sale will be set aside and any amount paid in respect of the lot will be refunded, provided that the buyer shall have no rights under this Condition if: (i) the description in the catalogue at the date of the sale was in accordance with the then generally accepted opinion of scholars and experts or fairly indicated that there was a conflict of such opinion; or
(ii) the only method of establishing at the date of publication of the catalogue that the lot was a ‘deliberate forgery’ was by means of scientific processes not generally accepted for use until after publication of the catalogue or a process which was unreasonably expensive or impractical. (c) A buyer’s claim under this Condition shall be limited to any amount paid in respect of the lot and shall not extend to any loss or damage suffered or expense incurred by him or her. (d) The benefit of the Condition shall not be assignable and shall rest solely and exclusively in the buyer who, for the purpose of this condition, shall be and only be the person to whom the original invoice is made out by Noonans in respect of the lot sold. CO N DITIONS M AINLY CONCERN ING SE L L E R S AND CONSIGN OR S 14 Warranty of title and availability The seller warrants to Noonans and to the buyer that he or she is the true owner of the property or is properly authorised to sell the property by the true owner and is able to transfer good and marketable title to the property free from any third party claims. The seller will indemnify Noonans, its servants and agents and the buyer against any loss or damage suffered by either in consequence of any breach on the part of the seller. 15 Reserves The seller shall be entitled to place, prior to the first day of the auction, a reserve at or below the low estimate on any lot provided that the low estimate is more than £100. Such reserve being the minimum ‘hammer price’ at which that lot may be treated as sold. A reserve once placed by the seller shall not be changed without the consent of Noonans. Noonans may at their option sell at a ‘hammer price’ below the reserve but in any such cases the sale proceeds to which the seller is entitled shall be the same as they would have been had the sale been at the reserve. Where a reserve has been placed, only the auctioneer may bid on behalf of the seller. 16 Authority to deduct commission and expenses The seller authorises Noonans to deduct commission at the ‘stated rate’ and ‘expenses’ from the ‘hammer price’ and acknowledges Noonans’ right to retain the premium payable by the buyer. 17 Rescission of sale If before Noonans remit the ‘sale proceeds’ to the seller, the buyer makes a claim to rescind the sale that is appropriate and Noonans is of the opinion that the claim is justified, Noonans is authorised to rescind the sale and refund to the buyer any amount paid to Noonans in respect of the lot. 18 Payment of sale proceeds Noonans shall remit the ‘sale proceeds’ to the seller 35 days after the auction, but if by that date Noonans has not received the ‘total amount due’ from the buyer then Noonans will remit the sale proceeds within five working days after the date on which the ‘total amount due’ is received from the buyer. If credit terms have been agreed between Noonans and the buyer, Noonans shall remit to the seller the sale proceeds 35 days after the auction unless otherwise agreed by the seller. 19 If the buyer fails to pay to Noonans the ‘total amount due’ within 35 days after the auction, Noonans will endeavour to notify the seller and take the seller’s instructions as to the appropriate
course of action and, so far as in Noonans’ opinion is practicable, will assist the seller to recover the ‘total amount due’ from the buyer. If circumstances do not permit Noonans to take instructions from the seller, the seller authorises Noonans at the seller’s expense to agree special terms for payment of the ‘total amount due’, to remove, store and insure the lot sold, to settle claims made by or against the buyer on such terms as Noonans shall in its absolute discretion think fit, to take such steps as are necessary to collect monies due by the buyer to the seller and if necessary to rescind the sale and refund money to the buyer if appropriate. 20 If, notwithstanding that, the buyer fails to pay to Noonans the ‘total amount due’ within 35 days after the auction and Noonans remits the ‘sale proceeds’ to the seller, the ownership of the lot shall pass to Noonans. 21 Charges for withdrawn lots Where a seller cancels instructions for sale, Noonans reserve the right to charge a fee of 15% of Noonans’ then latest middle estimate of the auction price of the property withdrawn, together with Value Added Tax thereon if the seller is resident in the UK, and ‘expenses’ incurred in relation to the property. 22 Rights to photographs and illustrations The seller gives Noonans full and absolute right to photograph and illustrate any lot placed in its hands for sale and to use such photographs and illustrations and any photographs and illustrations provided by the seller at any time at its absolute discretion (whether or not in connection with the auction). 23 Unsold lots Where any lot fails to sell, Noonans shall notify the seller accordingly. The seller shall make arrangements either to re-offer the lot for sale or to collect the lot. 24 Noonans reserve the right to charge commission up to one-half of the ‘stated rates’ calculated on the ‘bought-in price’ and in addition ‘expenses’ in respect of any unsold lots. GENE RA L CO N D I TI O N S AN D DE FIN IT I O N S 25 Noonans sells as agent for the seller (except where it is stated wholly or partly to own any lot as principal) and as such is not responsible for any default by seller or buyer. 26 Any representation or statement by Noonans, in any catalogue as to authorship, attribution, genuineness, origin, date, age, provenance, condition or estimated selling price is a statement of opinion only. Every person interested should exercise and rely on his or her own judgement as to such matters and neither Noonans nor its servants or agents are responsible for the correctness of such opinions. 27 Whilst the interests of prospective buyers are best served by attendance at the auction, Noonans will, if so instructed, execute bids on their behalf. Neither Noonans nor its servants or agents are responsible for any neglect or default in doing so or for failing to do so. 28 Noonans shall have the right, at its discretion, to refuse admission to its premises or attendance at its auctions by any person. 29 Noonans has absolute discretion without giving any reason to refuse any bid, to divide any lot, to
combine any two or more lots, to withdraw any lot from the auction and in case of dispute to put up any lot for auction again. 30 (a) Any indemnity under these Conditions shall extend to all actions, proceedings costs, expenses, claims and demands whatever incurred or suffered by the person entitled to the benefit of the indemnity. (b) Noonans declares itself to be a trustee for its relevant servants and agents of the benefit of every indemnity under these Conditions to the extent that such indemnity is expressed to be for the benefit of its servants and agents. 31 Any notice by Noonans to a seller, consignor, prospective bidder or buyer may be given by first class mail, airmail or email and if so given shall be deemed to have been duly received by the addressee within 48 hours. 32 These Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with English law. All transactions to which these Conditions apply and all matters connected therewith shall also be governed by English law. Noonans hereby submits to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts and all other parties concerned hereby submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts. 33 In these Conditions: (a) ‘catalogue’ includes any advertisement, brochure, estimate, price list or other publication; (b) ‘hammer price’ means the price at which a lot is knocked down by the auctioneer to the buyer; (c) ‘total amount due’ means the ‘hammer price’ in respect of the lot sold together with any premium, Value Added Tax chargeable and additional charges and expenses due from a defaulting buyer in pounds sterling; (d) ‘deliberate forgery’ means an imitation made with the intention of deceiving as to authorship, origin, date, age, period, culture or source which is not shown to be such in the description in the catalogue and which at the date of the sale had a value materially less than it would have had if it had been in accordance with that description; (e) ‘sale proceeds’ means the net amount due to the seller being the ‘hammer price’ of the lot sold less commission at the ‘stated rates’ and ‘expenses’ and any other amounts due to Noonans by the seller in whatever capacity and howsoever arising; (f) ‘stated rate’ means Noonans’ published rates of commission for the time and any Value Added Tax thereon; (g) ‘expenses’ in relation to the sale of any lot means Noonans charges and expenses for insurance, illustrations, special advertising, certification, remedials, packing and freight of that lot and any Value Added Tax thereon; (h) ‘bought-in price’ means 5 per cent more than the highest bid received below the reserve. 34 Vendors’ commission of sales A commission of 15% is payable by the vendor on the hammer price on lots sold. Insurance is charged at 1.5% of the hammer price. 35 VAT Commission, illustrations, insurance and expenses are subject to VAT if the seller is resident in the UK.
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