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# 2 - AN ART DECO UNHEATED SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND CLUSTER RING »
AN ART DECO UNHEATED SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND CLUSTER RING
£2,000 to £3,000
# 3 - A LATE ART DECO SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND CONVERTIBLE SUITE »
A LATE ART DECO SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND CONVERTIBLE SUITE
£9,000 to £12,000
£3,000 to £4,000
# 5 - A PAIR OF MID-CENTURY SEED PEARL AND EMERALD EARRINGS »
A PAIR OF MID-CENTURY SEED PEARL AND EMERALD EARRINGS
£400 to £500
£900 to £1,200
# 7 - D J HILL, A SEED PEARL AND TURQUOISE BROOCH/PENDANT »
D J HILL, A SEED PEARL AND TURQUOISE BROOCH/PENDANT
£300 to £400
# 8 - ALBION CRAFT COMPANY, A PAIR OF OPENWORK SAPPHIRE LEVERBACK EARRINGS »
ALBION CRAFT COMPANY, A PAIR OF OPENWORK SAPPHIRE LEVERBACK EARRINGS
£1,000 to £1,500
# 9 - ALBION CRAFT COMPANY, A WHITE GOLD TEXTURED RING »
ALBION CRAFT COMPANY, A WHITE GOLD TEXTURED RING
£800 to £1,000
# 10 - LEIF ULRICH DAURUP, A MID-CENTURY SILVER BROOCH »
LEIF ULRICH DAURUP, A MID-CENTURY SILVER BROOCH
£90 to £120
£5,000 to £6,000
£1,000 to £1,500
£500 to £600
£600 to £800
£600 to £800
£5,000 to £6,000
# 17 - AN UNHEATED BURMESE SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING »
AN UNHEATED BURMESE SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING
£30,000 to £40,000
# 18 - A GROUP OF ANCIENT EGYPTIAN FAIENCE SCARAB BEADS AND A CYLINDER SEAL (... »
A GROUP OF ANCIENT EGYPTIAN FAIENCE SCARAB BEADS AND A CYLINDER SEAL (4)
£90 to £120
# 19 - A GROUP OF ANCIENT EGYPTIAN FAIENCE SCARAB AND DISC BEADS AND AMULETS... »
A GROUP OF ANCIENT EGYPTIAN FAIENCE SCARAB AND DISC BEADS AND AMULETS (8)
£40 to £60
# 20 - A LONG STRAND OF ANCIENT EGYPTIAN FAIENCE AND GLASS BEADS »
A LONG STRAND OF ANCIENT EGYPTIAN FAIENCE AND GLASS BEADS
£300 to £400
A FABERGÉ MINIATURE EGG PENDANT
ALFRED THIELEMANN FOR FABERGÉ, A CITRINE AND DIAMOND MINIATURE EGG PENDANT ST. PETERSBURG, CIRCA 1880-1900Designed as a miniature egg with a smoothly polished cabochon citrine body, capped with a fluted crown set with rose-cut diamonds, its tabs following the curve of the stone.Suspended from a connector ring and bail.Workmaster's mark 'AT' for Alfred ThielemannWith silver mount and gold loop and bailSize/dimensions: 2.20cm long (including bail); 1.11cm wideGross weight: 3.02g All diamonds are present and securely set. The citrine shows some small scratches and pits, noticeable only under magn...
A GOLD COIN WATCH
(x) AUDEMARS PIGUET, A MID-CENTURY GOLD COIN WATCH The case formed from the two faces of a United States 1900 San Francisco twenty-dollar gold coin, opening by a concealed push-button catch to reveal a white dial.USA gold coin, 900 standardUltra-thin calibre 2003 movement.Signed AUDEMARS PIGUET SWISS to the interiorNumbered 3523Size/dimensions: 3.40cm diameterGross weight: 32.53g Some cartwheel lustre remains on the coin, with surface scratches and scuffs consistent with use. The movement may require servicing before regular use, and the watch is offered in good condition.The coin watch, in wh...
S. J. ROSE & SON, A GOLD PILL BOX LONDON, 1973Of rectangular form with engine-turned decoration and a cast foliate thumbpiece, on a flush-mounted hinge.Maker's mark 'SJR' for S. J. Rose & SonLondon hallmarks for 9ct goldSize/dimensions: 3.20cm long; 1.90cm wideGross weight: 15.37g The box shows small signs of wear consistent with use, the hinge is in perfect working order, and the piece is offered in excellent condition.In the early 1970s, S. J. Rose & Son was a highly active silversmith, operating from its London premises on Ridgmount Street.Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more inf...
A PAIR OF PRESENTATION GOLD CUFFLINKS
SPINK & SON, A PAIR OF ENAMEL AND GOLD CUFFLINKS, PRESENTED BY PRINCE KHALED BIN SULTAN BIN ABDULAZIZ LONDON, 1998Each designed in the style of the Order of Bahrain, an eight-pointed star with chased borders and enamel detailing, centred with a portrait and calligraphy.With chain links and solid oval backs.Accompanied by a compliments card of His Royal Highness Prince Khaled bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz, inscribed ‘Best Wishes’, and a signed statement by the recipient recounting the presentation.Maker's mark 'S&SN' for Spink & SonStamped 750London hallmarksAccompanied by a fitted red Spink box dis...
A RUN OF LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY STICK PINS, OF ROYAL AND NOBLE INTEREST
AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY STICK PIN, WITH MONOGRAM OF KING GEORGE V The head designed as the crowned monogram 'GR' of King George V (1865-1936), in red, white, blue and green enamel.UnmarkedAccompanied by a blue box with cream silk and velvet interior, inscribed 'Benzie THE YACHTSMEN'S JEWELLER COWES' beneath the royal warrants of the Crown and the Prince of Wales.Size/dimensions: 6.90cm longGross weight: 2.45g All enamel is present and in excellent condition. The gold shows small signs of wear consistent with use, and the shaft is intact and straight. The pin is offered in excellent condition.A n...
A LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY STICK PIN, WITH THE PRINCE OF WALES'S FEATHERS The head designed as the Prince of Wales's feathers beneath a crown, above a blue enamel ribbon with the motto 'ICH DIEN', set with diamonds and small red and green cabochons.In silver-topped goldUnmarkedAccompanied by a black box with red silk and velvet interior.Size/dimensions: 6.10cm longGross weight: 3.69g All small round brilliants, cabochons and enamel remain present, secure and in very good condition. There is some roughness to the pin but would not affect wear.Three ostrich feathers within a coronet, with th...
(x) AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY STICK PIN, WITH MONOGRAM OF THE 4TH DUKE OF WELLINGTON The head designed as the intertwined monogram 'AW' of Arthur Charles Wellesley, 4th Duke of Wellington (1849-1934), beneath a ducal coronet, set with seed pearls and turquoise, with green and pink enamel imitating gemstones and strawberry leaves.UnmarkedSize/dimensions: 7.00cm longGross weight: 3.07g All stones are present, secure and well matched, and the enamel is in excellent condition. The gold shows small signs of wear consistent with use, with a small pin hole to the reverse. The shaft is intact and relative...
(x) AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY STICK PIN, WITH MONOGRAM OF ERNST AUGUST, CROWN PRINCE OF HANOVER The head designed as the intertwined monogram 'EA' of Ernst August, Duke of Cumberland and Crown Prince of Hanover (1845-1923), beneath a crown.UnmarkedSize/dimensions: 7.70cm longGross weight: 3.37g The gold shows small signs of wear consistent with use. The shaft is intact and very slightly bent, with minor surface scuffing. The pin is offered in very good condition.Ernst August was the son of the last King of Hanover, whose kingdom was annexed by Prussia in 1866. He lived in exile in Austria, while r...
A LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY STICK PIN, WITH MONOGRAM OF KAISER WILHELM II OF GERMANY The head designed as the crowned monogram 'W' of Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany (1859-1941), in the form of an open leaf scroll, rub-over set with three small square rubies (possibly synthetic).UnmarkedAccompanied by a blue velvet box with applied German Imperial crown, the cream silk and velvet interior inscribed 'SY & WAGNER Königl. Hofgoldschmiede BERLIN W. 7. WERDERSTR.7. FABRIK BRÜDERSTR.2'.Size/dimensions: 8.20cm longGross weight: 3.04g All three rubies are present and secure. The gold shows small signs...
A LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY STICK PIN, WITH MONOGRAM OF KAISER WILHELM II OF GERMANY The head designed as the crowned monogram 'W' of Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany (1859-1941), in the form of a stylised Art Nouveau scroll, rub-over set at the centre with a round ruby and pavé-set with rose-cut diamonds.In silver-topped goldUnmarkedAccompanied by a blue velvet box with applied German Imperial crown, the cream silk and velvet interior inscribed 'SY & WAGNER Königl. Hofgoldschmiede BERLIN W. 7. WERDERSTR.7. FABRIK BRÜDERSTR.2'.Size/dimensions: 8.40cm longGross weight: 2.46g All stones are prese...
A LATE 19TH CENTURY STICK PIN, WITH MONOGRAM OF KING ALBERT AND QUEEN CAROLA OF SAXONY The head designed as the crowned monogram 'CA' of King Albert of Saxony (1828-1902) and Queen Carola (1833-1907), set with rose-cut rubies and diamonds, within a blue enamel garter inscribed 'HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE'.UnmarkedAccompanied by a red velvet box with cream silk and velvet interior, inscribed 'PAUL TELGE KGL. RUM. HOFGOLDSCHMIED UND JUWELIER BERLIN . C.'.Size/dimensions: 8.00cm longGross weight: 6.28g All stones are present and secure, and the enamel is in very good condition with very little wea...
A LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY STICK PIN, WITH MONOGRAM OF KING LUDWIG III OF BAVARIA The head designed as the crowned monogram 'L' of King Ludwig III of Bavaria (1845-1921), the crown in red enamel.Stamped 585Accompanied by a brown box with cream silk and velvet interior.Size/dimensions: 7.90cm longGross weight: 2.69g The enamel is in perfect condition, with no loss. Vibrant toning on the reverse. The gold shows small signs of wear consistent with use, and the shaft is intact and straight. The pin is offered in excellent condition.Ludwig III was the last King of Bavaria, ruling first as regen...
AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY STICK PIN, WITH MONOGRAM OF DUKE ERNST II OF SAXE-ALTENBURG The head designed as the crowned monogram 'E II' of Duke Ernst II of Saxe-Altenburg (1871-1955), set with old-cut, single-cut and rose-cut diamonds and small green stone accents.Stamped 585 and MBAccompanied by a burgundy velvet box with gold-tone crown and cream silk and velvet interior.Size/dimensions: 7.80cm longGross weight: 3.66g All stones are secure. Two of the green stones appear to be later replacements, in glass or soudé emerald. The gold shows small signs of wear consistent with use, including scratchi...
A LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY STICK PIN, WITH 'FF' CROWNED MONOGRAM The head designed as the mirrored crowned monogram 'FF', set with rose-cut sapphires and diamonds.Possibly for Frederick Francis IV, Grand Duke of Mecklenburg-Schwerin (1882-1945).Stamped 585, with a small bird markAccompanied by a brown box with green and cream silk and velvet interior, inscribed 'R. KAISER Jeweller 10 Church Street York'.Size/dimensions: 6.70cm longGross weight: 3.70g All stones are present and secure. The gold shows small signs of wear consistent with use, and the shaft is intact and straight. The pin is o...
(x) AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY STICK PIN, WITH MONOGRAM OF KING CHRISTIAN X OF DENMARK The head designed as the crowned monogram 'CRX' of King Christian X of Denmark (1870-1947), set with small rose-cut diamonds.UnmarkedSize/dimensions: 7.20cm longGross weight: 1.90g All diamonds are present and secure. The gold shows small signs of wear consistent with use, with an attractive dark patina towards the head, and the shaft is intact and straight. The pin is offered in very good condition.Christian X reigned from 1912 to 1947. During the German occupation of Denmark in the Second World War, his daily r...
(x) AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY STICK PIN, WITH MONOGRAM OF QUEEN ALEXANDRINE OF DENMARK The head designed as the crowned monogram 'A' of Queen Alexandrine of Denmark, born Duchess of Mecklenburg-Schwerin (1879-1952), in blue enamel set with rose-cut diamonds.UnmarkedSize/dimensions: 3.80cm longGross weight: 4.26g All diamonds are present, one slightly loose. There is a significant chip and loss to the blue enamel on the upper left curve of the monogram, exposing the gold beneath, and light abrasion to the remaining enamel, which retains its rich colour. The gold shows a gentle dark patina, with som...
(x) AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY STICK PIN, WITH MONOGRAM OF QUEEN ELISABETH OF BELGIUM The head designed as the crowned monogram 'E' of Queen Elisabeth of Belgium (1876-1965), set with small old-cut diamonds.UnmarkedAccompanied by a brown box with gilt Belgian crown, the cream silk and velvet interior inscribed 'E. et R. ALTENLOH. JOAILLIERS-ORFEVRES FOURNISSEURS DE L.L.M.M. LE ROI ET LA REINE 96. MONTAGNE DE LA COUR ET PLACE ROYALE BRUXELLES'.Size/dimensions: 7.50cm longGross weight: 2.49g All diamonds are present, secure and well matched. The gold is in excellent condition with slight patina to th...
(x) AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY STICK PIN, WITH MONOGRAM OF ARCHDUKE FRANZ FERDINAND OF AUSTRIA VIENNAThe head designed as the mirrored crowned monogram 'FF' of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria (1863-1914), the crown set with small rose-cut diamonds.Vienna mark and dog's head mark for 14ct goldMaker's mark worn and indecipherableSize/dimensions: 7.10cm longGross weight: 2.86g All diamonds are present and secure. The gold is in excellent condition with slight patina, and the shaft is intact and straight. The pin is offered in excellent condition.Franz Ferdinand became heir presumptive to his uncle...
(x) AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY STICK PIN, WITH MONOGRAM OF ARCHDUKE OTTO OF AUSTRIA VIENNAThe head designed as the crowned monogram 'O' of Archduke Otto Franz Joseph of Austria (1865-1906), set with rose-cut diamonds, beneath an archducal crown set throughout with small rose-cut diamonds.In silver-topped goldVienna mark and dog's head mark for 14ct goldAccompanied by a black box with black velvet and red silk interior, not necessarily original to the pin.Size/dimensions: 8.30cm longGross weight: 3.51g All diamonds are present and secure. The gold is in excellent condition with an appealing dark pat...
(x) AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY PENDANT, WITH MONOGRAM OF EMPRESS ZITA OF AUSTRIA The pendant designed as the crowned monogram 'Z' of Empress Zita of Austria (1892-1989), on a ground of translucent pink-red guilloché enamel within a laurel wreath border, beneath the Austrian Imperial Crown.With suspension loop to the reverse.Maker's mark 'SJS'Vienna mark and dog's head mark for 14ct goldSize/dimensions: 3.20cm x 1.80cmGross weight: 5.49g The enamel is intact, and the front retains bright lustre and sharp detail to the crown and wreath. The reverse shows heavy tarnish, spots of oxidation and fine hai...
A LATE 19TH CENTURY STICK PIN, WITH DIAMOND-SET CROWN The head designed as a Central European crown, set throughout with rose-cut diamonds.In silver-topped goldUnmarkedAccompanied by a burgundy velvet box with applied gold-tone Imperial crown, the cream and black silk and velvet interior inscribed 'V. MAYERS SOHNE K.U.K. HOF-U. KAMMER-JUWELIERE ORDENFABRIKANTEN WIEN'.Size/dimensions: 6.80cm longGross weight: 2.18g All diamonds are present and secure. The gold shows small signs of wear consistent with use, and the shaft is intact and straight. The pin is offered in excellent condition.V. Mayer'...
(x) AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY STICK PIN, WITH 'MA' CROWNED MONOGRAM The head designed as the crowned monogram 'MA' within a circle.Probably Russian.Stamped 585 and the Cyrillic letter ZheSize/dimensions: 7.00cm longGross weight: 2.62g The gold shows small signs of wear consistent with use, with some green residue to the reverse, and the shaft is intact and straight. The pin is offered in very good condition.Between the mid-nineteenth century and the First World War, the stick pin was an essential accessory for any well-dressed man, worn to secure and ornament the folds of a cravat or tie. It was a...
AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY STICK PIN, WITH RUSSIAN IMPERIAL CROWN AND SHIELD The head designed as a red enamel shield centred with an old-cut diamond within a beaded and textured border, beneath a Russian Imperial crown set with rose-cut diamonds.Stamped 56, with an indecipherable maker's markAccompanied by a brown box with green and blue silk and velvet interior.Size/dimensions: 5.50cm longGross weight: 2.20g All diamonds are present and secure, and the enamel shows no loss. The gold shows small signs of wear consistent with use. The pin appears to be a replacement, the position of the original be...
(x) AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY STICK PIN, WITH RUSSIAN GRENADIER MITRE CAP The head modelled in three dimensions as an Imperial Russian grenadier mitre cap, closely resembling that of the Pavlovsky Regiment, with red enamel detailing and a movable chin strap.In silver and goldUnmarkedSize/dimensions: 8.50cm longGross weight: 5.76g The gold shows small signs of wear consistent with use. The pin is offered in very good condition.The Pavlovsky Regiment was distinguished within the Russian Imperial Guard by its retention of the tall eighteenth-century grenadier mitre cap for parade dress, an honour bes...
(x) AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY STICK PIN, WITH 'AM' CROWNED MONOGRAM The head designed as the crowned monogram 'AM', set with rubies and diamonds, with enamel detailing.Stamped with a Continental mark for 14ct gold ('W' [symbol] '4')Size/dimensions: 6.90cm longGross weight: 1.46g All stones are present, well matched and secure, the enamel is intact, and the marks are clear. The shaft is warped at the top and slightly bent at the tip. The pin is offered in very good condition.Between the mid-nineteenth century and the First World War, the stick pin was an essential accessory for any well-dressed man...
(x) AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY PIN BROOCH, WITH 'A' CROWNED MONOGRAM The brooch designed as the crowned monogram 'A', mounted on a horizontal pin terminating in a coiled hook.Probably German or Central European.Stamped 333, with a further 'A' and small cross mark and an indecipherable maker's markSize/dimensions: 4.30cm wideGross weight: 4.37g There is natural darkening and patina in the recesses of the monogram and around the marks, with minor handling wear, fine scratches, tiny pits and some unevenness of colour. The pin stem and coiled catch are intact, straight and in working order. The brooch...
A LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY STICK PIN, WITH GEM-SET AND ENAMEL CROWN The head designed as a Central European crown, set with round-cut diamonds and small red and green cabochons, with red enamel detailing.In silver-topped goldUnmarkedAccompanied by a brown box with red silk and velvet interior, inscribed 'J. JAY GOLDSMITH & WATCHMAKER 366 ESSEX ROAD. N'.Size/dimensions: 7.90cm longGross weight: 3.90g All stones and enamel are present, secure and in good condition. The gold shows small signs of wear consistent with use, with some roughness to the shaft, which is intact and straight. The pin...
A LATE 19TH CENTURY STICK PIN, WITH PRASIOLITE CARTOUCHE AND CORONET The head designed as a scrolling gold cartouche, rub-over set at the centre with a cut-cornered octagonal prasiolite (green quartz), beneath a coronet set with three rose-cut diamonds.UnmarkedAccompanied by a black box with tan and purple silk and velvet interior.Size/dimensions: 7.90cm longGross weight: 5.88g The prasiolite is clean and attractive with very little wear, and is slightly loose in its bezel but secure. The diamonds are small and milky, with some chips. The gold shows small signs of wear consistent with use, and...
AN EXCEPTIONAL ART DECO MESH GOLD HANDBAG
ATTRIBUTED TO HÉNIN ET CIE, AN ART DECO GOLD AND PLATINUM MESH EVENING BAG WITH SAPPHIRE CLASP PARIS, CIRCA 1910-1930Of alternating 14ct gold and platinum mesh, the smooth gold frame with a hinged kissing-lock clasp set with two cabochon sapphires, suspended from a substantial articulated chain.The interior retaining its original leather lining, hand-stitched to the frame.French eagle's head mark for 18ct gold, with a maker's lozenge attributed to Hénin et Cie, ParisNumbered 6079 10Size/dimensions: 12.70cm long; 17.80cm wideGross weight: 381.31g The sapphires are present and secure. The bag re...
ALFRED DUNHILL, AN ART DECO SILVER-GILT AND ENAMEL CIGARETTE CASE CIRCA 1920-1927The hinged cover decorated in Japanese taste with polychrome enamel depicting three figures in traditional dress, within a champlevé border, with vermilion cartouches of cursive script styled as calligraphy.With engine-turned borders, flush-mounted hinge and silver-gilt interior.Marked MADE ABROAD DUNHILL LONDONImport hallmarks and 925 with date letter 1927Numbered 1887Size/dimensions: 8.20cm long; 5.80cm wideGross weight: 164.68g The enamel is pristine, with no hairline cracks or deep scratches, the colours vibra...
TIFFANY & CO., A MID-CENTURY GOLD MONEY CLIP With engine-turned diagonal basketweave decoration, the spring-tension fold with flared lip.Marked TIFFANY & CO 14KSize/dimensions: 5.00cm long; 2.55cm wideGross weight: 20.27g The engine-turning remains crisp, with light surface scratches, no deep gouges and a warm patina. The clip retains its tension, and is offered in very good condition.Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more information please view Terms and Conditions for Buyers.
ANCIENT EGYPTIAN
A GROUP OF ANCIENT EGYPTIAN FAIENCE SCARAB BEADS AND A CYLINDER SEAL (4) Comprising three scarab beads and a cylinder seal in faience and steatite, broadly of the Second Intermediate Period.One depicts a Hierakosphinx and below a protective cobra to ward off evil spirits.Each pierced for stringing.Gross weight: 7.60g (total) The group is in good archaeological condition, with surface erosion and minor pitting consistent with long-term burial. Two of the scarabs retain crisp details and deep lines, one with a dark mineral accretion to its lower edge; the third is more heavily weathered, its fea...
(x) A GROUP OF ANCIENT EGYPTIAN FAIENCE SCARAB AND DISC BEADS AND AMULETS (8) Comprising four scarab beads (three green-glazed and one reddish-brown), two small Egyptian blue melon beads, and two discs, one blue-glazed, with traces of former decoration.In faience and steatite.Gross weight: 9.20g (total) All pieces are structurally sound and intact, retaining their original shapes, with no modern breakage. The green glaze remains and in vivid hue. There is localised abrasion as to be expected, with the group being offered in good condition.ProvenancePrivate collection, San Francisco Bay Area, C...
(x) A LONG STRAND OF ANCIENT EGYPTIAN FAIENCE AND GLASS BEADS Composed of polychrome faience and glass 'mummy' disc and tubular beads, restrung as a single long wearable strand, the glazes in tones of turquoise, deep blue, tan, cream, red and charcoal.Size/dimensions: 180.00cm longGross weight: 45.96g Restrung in the modern age. As expected of ancient beads, the beads show weathered matte surfaces, minor earth encrustations and some surface wear consistent with age and burial, but overall offered in good condition.ProvenancePrivate collection, San Francisco Bay Area, California, acquired in th...
(x) AN ANCIENT EGYPTIAN FAIENCE NECKLACE Restrung with turquoise, blue-green and red faience and glass beads with metal spacers and gold and silver beads and drops, centred with a green-glazed wedjat (Eye of Horus) amulet.Tests as approximately 50% gold (beads), 54% silver (drops)With bolt ring clasp.Accompanied by a Spink & Son Ltd box of the 1920s-1930s, the interior stamped 'BY APPOINTMENT SPINK & SON LTD 6, KING STREET, ST JAMES'.Gross weight: 12.82g The necklace is in good archaeological condition, with typical handling wear, surface erosion and minor pitting consistent with long-term bur...
ANCIENT GREEK
(x) AN ANCIENT GOLD APPLIQUÉ Of heart or ivy-leaf form, made from two thin gold sheets soldered together, the front decorated in repoussé with raised borders and lines of dots, the reverse plain.Designed to be attached to garments, ceremonial textiles or other luxurious dress.Probably Greek or CypriotAnalysed as 88.79% gold, 9.42% silver, 1.79% copperSize/dimensions: 1.40cm long; 2.00cm wideGross weight: 2.31g The appliqué shows visible crimping, undulating wrinkles and edge irregularities, conistent with ancient goldsmithing and age. With no signs of active corrosion or flaking. The attachmen...
(x) A SINGLE ANCIENT GOLD EARRING Of lunate (boat-shaped) form, the crescent body flaring at the base and tapering into fine wire terminals, characteristic of Greek and Cypriot earrings.Analysed as 89.70% gold, 10.30% silverUnmarkedSize/dimensions: 1.70cm long; 1.30cm wideGross weight: 2.77g There is a small hole to the base; otherwise the earring is stable and structurally sound, with a muted patina and no severe oxidation or deformation. It is offered in good condition.ProvenanceBy descent to the present ownerSubject to 5% tax on Hammer Price in addition to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium.
(x) AN ASSORTMENT OF ANCIENT BEADS A varied group of ancient beads in glass, glazed faience and carved stone including white banded agate, probably of Roman, ancient Near Eastern or West African origin.Including tubular spacers, small disc beads and pendant drops, in cobalt blue, weathered green and turquoise.Gross weight: 36.54g (total) A mixed selection of beads are in excavated condition, with chalky encrustations, matte and chipped surfaces and some glass iridescence. Offered strung.ProvenancePrivate collection, San Francisco Bay Area, California, acquired in the second half of the 20th ce...
ANCIENT ROMAN
(x) A GROUP OF ROMAN GLASS AND FAIENCE BEADS Comprising four melon beads (one light green glass, one blue faience and two dark glass), two glass jar pendants, a dark navy stratified eye bead and two smaller yellow stratified eye beads, together with smaller glass beads including miniature juglet and jar pendants, conical drops and a rosette bead.Gross weight: 25.15g (total) The beads show pitting, some iridescence and earthy encrustations. Many retain their trailed and applied decoration, the eye beads remain sharply defined, and all are structurally sound. The group is offered in fair conditi...
A ROMAN 'CLASPED HANDS' RING CIRCA 250-300 ADA large late Roman gold finger ring, the longitudinal oval bezel centred with a repoussé clasped-hands motif impressed into thin gold sheet, depicting two right hands with the thumbs raised and the wrists ending in incurved bands, possibly indicating the edges of gloves.The bezel wall applied with a relief-decorated openwork strip of standing arches, each enclosing a small acanthus leaf or palmette.The shoulders decorated with radiating grooved ribs, the outermost curving into bifurcated openwork scrolls, on a hoop of sub-rectangular section.Analyse...
A ROMAN GOLD HAIRPIN CIRCA 1ST-3RD CENTURY ADThe gold pin terminating in an extended right hand emerging from a calyx, holding a pomegranate between the thumb, index and middle fingers.Analysed as 90.49% gold, 7.68% silver, 1.84% copperUnmarkedSize/dimensions: 10.80cm longGross weight: 13.70g The pin shows small signs of wear consistent with age, with some pitting and small dents, otherwise it is offered in very good condition with exquisite ancient workmanship.ProvenanceA.E. Martin, LondonAlan E. and Marianne Schwartz, Michigan, acquired from the above on 3 October 1967Thence by descent in th...
A ROMAN NICOLO INTAGLIO RING CIRCA 100-200 ADSet with an oval nicolo (banded onyx) intaglio, finely carved with a tree in central position.Analysed as 94.10% gold, 4.70% silver, 1.16% copperUnmarkedSize/dimensions: ring size E 1/2 (US 2 3/4)Gross weight: 8.85g Expected wear to the intaglio but an evocative symbol. The piece shows evidence of incidental wear and use commensurate with its age and materials, but otherwise is offered in good overall condition.ProvenanceAcquired by the present owner from an antiquities dealerNicolo, from the Italian onicolo or “little onyx”, is a variety of layered...
A ROMAN BANDED AGATE RING CIRCA 300-400 ADSet with a banded agate designed as an eye, white upon a black background.Analysed as 98.61% gold, 1.39% silverUnmarkedSize/dimensions: ring size I (US 4 1/2)Gross weight: 10.64g The piece shows evidence of deterioration, incidental wear and use commensurate with its age and materials, and is offered in good overall condition.ProvenanceAcquired by the present owner from an antiquities dealerThe evil eye was a widespread belief across the ancient world : the conviction that envy, expressed through a malicious glance, could bring misfortune or even death...
(x) AN ANCIENT OR EARLY MEDIEVAL GOLD LUNAR PENDANT Of sheet gold, with two shallow crescents between tapering terminals and a slender raised medial arc, with grooved suspension loop above.Analysed as 95.24% gold, 2.78% silver, 1.99% copperSize/dimensions: 3.90cm longGross weight: 2.31g The pendant is structurally sound, with gentle rippling, a few surface scratches and minor bends and slight creasing about the points of the crescents. These is a minor tear to the central point. Overall it is offered in fair condition.ProvenanceBy descent to the present owner The crescent moon, also known by t...
EARLY 20TH CENTURY
A GROUP OF EARLY 20TH CENTURY JEWELLED STICK PINS (3) Comprising one with a starburst head set with an old-cut diamond and seed pearls, one of floral cluster design set with seed pearls, and one set with an oval opal cabochon.All with base metal safety stoppers.One stamped 18CTSize/dimensions: 5.94cm to 6.79cm longGross weight: 7.64g (total) All stones are present, securely set, and in good condition, the opal displaying a reddish play of colour. The pins show small signs of wear consistent with use, but are offered in excellent overall condition.Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more...
AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY SAPPHIRE, RUBY, DIAMOND AND OPAL STICK PIN Designed as a winged insect, the wings set with rose-cut diamonds, with cabochon ruby eyes, a round mixed-cut sapphire body and an oval cabochon white opal thorax.UnmarkedSize/dimensions: 7.20cm longGross weight: 2.67g All stones are present and secure, with small chips to some of the rose-cut diamonds. The pin shows small signs of wear and the shaft is intact but very slightly bent. It is offered in very good condition.Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more information please view Terms and Conditions for Buyers.
AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY UNHEATED RUBY AND DIAMOND GYPSY RING Of five-stone boat design, set with alternating rubies and diamonds.With carved scroll gallery and tapering shank.Stamped 18Size/dimensions: ring size J 1/2 (US 5 1/4)Gross weight: 3.18gAccompanied by GCS report no. 5787-0597 dated 3rd November 2026, stating Thailand/Cambodia origin, unheated rubies approx. 0.10ct, 0.20ct and 0.10ct. All stones are all present and securely set. The total estimated diamond weight is approximately 0.10ct. The rubies are bright and attractive. One diamond is notably internally fractured, affecting its bri...
AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY RUBY, DIAMOND AND PEARL BAR BROOCH Designed as a three-leaf shamrock set with round rubies and pavé-set diamonds in silver on gold, centred with a seed pearl, mounted on a bar.With hinged pin, c-clasp with safety catch, and safety chain.Tests as 9ct goldSize/dimensions: 4.60cm longGross weight: 5.55g All stones are present and secure. The rubies show some wear to the facet edges, and one red stone is a later rose-cut paste replacement. Some diamonds show chips or dark inclusions, not noticeable when worn. The pin is slightly bent and some patina is forming, but there is o...
AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING Of five-stone carved half-hoop design, set with graduated cushion-shaped and oval mixed-cut sapphires spaced by old-cut diamonds, all claw-set on a scroll-carved gallery, on a D-section shank.Numbered 13170Tests as 15ct goldUnmarkedSize/dimensions: ring size M 1/2 (US 6 1/2)Gross weight: 2.93g The central sapphire is estimated at approximately 1.19ct, and the two old mine-cut diamonds at approximately 0.30ct in total. All stones are secure and well matched. The ring shows small signs of wear consistent with use, and is offered in very good condit...
BIRKS, AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY AMETHYST COLLAR NECKLACE Set with a graduated rivière of oval-cut amethysts, approximately 7mm to 15mm, in cut-away collet settings.With push-in tongue clasp.Signed BIRKSTests as 9ct goldSize/dimensions: 36.00cm longGross weight: 33.50g The amethysts are well matched and of strong colour saturation, with some colour zoning visible. There is very light wear overall, the clasp is in perfect working order, and the necklace is offered in excellent condition.Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more information please view Terms and Conditions for Buyers.
AN EDWARDIAN SEED PEARL AND TOURMALINE NECKLACE Of lavalier style, the openwork pendant of scrolling ribbon-like tendrils set with two cushion-cut green tourmalines, flanked by stylised three-pointed floral motifs pavé-set with graduated seed pearls, with articulated drop.With original bolt ring clasp.Numbered 1354Stamped 15CTSize/dimensions: 18.50cm long (chain); 5.50cm long (pendant)Gross weight: 6.33g All pearls are present, well matched and in good condition. The tourmalines, approximately 1.80ct and 1.45ct, are clean and of vivid, attractive green, with very little abrasion to the facets....
AN EDWARDIAN LAPIS LAZULI AND ROCK CRYSTAL GUARD CHAIN Of station design, the gold chain set at intervals with lapis lazuli beads between small faceted rock crystal spacers.With bolt ring clasp.Numbered 9246Stamped 10Size/dimensions: 140.00cm longGross weight: 15.30g All stones are present and in good condition, with a few small, light chips. The metal shows very little wear, the clasp is in perfect working order, and the chain is offered in very good condition.Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more information please view Terms and Conditions for Buyers.
AN EDWARDIAN BLOODSTONE SET SIGNET RING Of ornate signet form, set with a shield-shaped tablet of bloodstone in a collet setting, between floral chased shoulders.Tests as approximately 20ct goldUnmarkedSize/dimensions: ring size L (US 6)Gross weight: 4.86g The bloodstone shows a few light surface scratches. The gold shows softness to the highest points and some signs of wear consistent with age, but otherwise the piece is offered in very good overall condition.Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more information please view Terms and Conditions for Buyers.
FINE UNHEATED SAPPHIRES
(†) AN UNHEATED SRI LANKAN YELLOW SAPPHIRE PAIR A pair of cushion-shaped light yellow sapphires, weighing 5.77ct and 5.13ct.Size/dimensions: 18.10 x 8.90mm and 11.80 x 8.90mmWeight: 10.90ct (total)Accompanied by Lotus Gemology reports nos. 1256-6737 and 3221-2774, dated 28th September 2015, stating that the sapphires are of Sri Lankan origin, with no indications of heat treatment.This lot has been imported into the United Kingdom. The buyer will pay VAT at 20% on both the hammer price and the buyer’s premium unless the lot is re-exported; please see our Terms and Conditions for details. Neithe...
(†) AN UNHEATED SRI LANKAN YELLOW SAPPHIRE A cushion-shaped vivid yellow sapphire.Size/dimensions: 11.50 x 9.80mmWeight: 8.03ctAccompanied by GRS report no. GRS2026-078722, dated 13th August 2026, stating that the sapphire is of Sri Lankan origin, with no indication of heat treatment.Appendix to the report: 'The GRS color stability test was applied. Type 3a'.This lot has been imported into the United Kingdom. The buyer will pay VAT at 20% on both the hammer price and the buyer’s premium unless the lot is re-exported; please see our Terms and Conditions for details. There is a small amount of a...
(†) AN UNHEATED MADAGASCAN PINK SAPPHIRE PAIR A pair of oval-shaped vivid pink sapphires, weighing 3.02ct and 2.74ct.Size/dimensions: 10.30 x 7.60mm (each)Weight: 5.75ct (total)Accompanied by Bellerophon reports nos. B11089 and B11090, dated 19th June 2023, stating that the sapphires are of Madagascan origin, with no indications of heat treatment.This lot has been imported into the United Kingdom. The buyer will pay VAT at 20% on both the hammer price and the buyer’s premium unless the lot is re-exported; please see our Terms and Conditions for details. Neither stone shows abrasion or chips to...
(†) AN UNHEATED MADAGASCAN PINK SAPPHIRE An oval-shaped vivid pink sapphire.Size/dimensions: 11.10 x 8.90mmWeight: 4.52ctAccompanied by GRS report no. GRS2021-040876, dated 20th May 2021, stating that the sapphire is of Madagascan origin, with no indication of heat treatment.This lot has been imported into the United Kingdom. The buyer will pay VAT at 20% on both the hammer price and the buyer’s premium unless the lot is re-exported; please see our Terms and Conditions for details. There is no abrasion or chipping to the facet junctions, no nicks to the girdle, no scratches to the table and no...
(†) AN UNHEATED SRI LANKAN PADPARADSCHA SAPPHIRE An octagonal pinkish-orange 'natural padparadscha' sapphire.Size/dimensions: 8.30 x 6.70mmWeight: 2.01ctAccompanied by GIA report no. 7536908232, dated 13th November 2025, stating that the sapphire is of Sri Lankan origin, with no indication of heat treatment. The stone passed GIA's colour stability test.This lot has been imported into the United Kingdom. The buyer will pay VAT at 20% on both the hammer price and the buyer’s premium unless the lot is re-exported; please see our Terms and Conditions for details. There is a very small amount of we...
(†) AN UNHEATED MADAGASCAN PADPARADSCHA SAPPHIRE A cushion-shaped orangy-pink 'natural padparadscha' sapphire.Size/dimensions: 11.10 x 8.40mmWeight: 4.78ctAccompanied by GRS report no. GRS2026-061007, dated 17th July 2026, stating that the sapphire is of Madagascan origin, with no indication of heat treatment.This lot has been imported into the United Kingdom. The buyer will pay VAT at 20% on both the hammer price and the buyer’s premium unless the lot is re-exported; please see our Terms and Conditions for details. There is very light wear to the pavilion facet edges but no major chips, no sc...
(†) AN UNHEATED MADAGASCAN BLUE SAPPHIRE PAIR A pair of oval-shaped intense 'cornflower' blue sapphires, weighing 4.05ct and 4.04ct.Size/dimensions: 10.00 x 7.70mm and 10.10 x 7.70mmWeight: 8.09ct (total)Accompanied by Bellerophon reports nos. B40825 and B40831, dated 24th February 2025, stating that the sapphires are of Madagascan origin, with no indications of heat treatment.This lot has been imported into the United Kingdom. The buyer will pay VAT at 20% on both the hammer price and the buyer’s premium unless the lot is re-exported; please see our Terms and Conditions for details. Neither s...
(†) AN UNHEATED SRI LANKAN 'CORNFLOWER' BLUE SAPPHIRE An oval-shaped cornflower blue sapphire.Size/dimensions: 9.50 x 7.20mmWeight: 3.39ctAccompanied by Lotus Gemology report no. 7222-8447, dated 1st August 2019, stating that the sapphire is of Sri Lankan origin, with no indication of heat treatment.This lot has been imported into the United Kingdom. The buyer will pay VAT at 20% on both the hammer price and the buyer’s premium unless the lot is re-exported; please see our Terms and Conditions for details. There is no abrasion or chipping to the facet junctions, no nicks to the girdle, no scra...
(†) AN UNHEATED SRI LANKAN BLUE SAPPHIRE An oval-shaped blue sapphire.Size/dimensions: 12.50 x 10.00 x 8.40mmWeight: 8.20ctAccompanied by Gübelin Gem Lab report no. 23127025, dated 14th December 2023, stating that the sapphire is of Sri Lankan origin, with no indication of heat treatment.This lot has been imported into the United Kingdom. The buyer will pay VAT at 20% on both the hammer price and the buyer’s premium unless the lot is re-exported; please see our Terms and Conditions for details. There is no abrasion or chipping to the facet junctions, no nicks to the girdle, no scratches to the...
(†) AN UNHEATED SRI LANKAN BLUE SAPPHIRE A cushion-shaped blue sapphire.Size/dimensions: 8.00 x 8.00mmWeight: 4.04ctAccompanied by GRS report no. GRS2023-118120, dated 2nd November 2023, stating that the sapphire is of Sri Lankan origin, with no indication of heat treatment.This lot has been imported into the United Kingdom. The buyer will pay VAT at 20% on both the hammer price and the buyer’s premium unless the lot is re-exported; please see our Terms and Conditions for details. There is no abrasion or chipping to the facet junctions, no nicks to the girdle, no scratches to the table and no...
GEORGIAN
A SET OF GEORGIAN SILVER CUFFLINKS AND MATCHING BUTTONS CIRCA 1760-1790The cufflinks each comprising two octagonal panels with scalloped concave sides, engraved with a four-petalled flower with cross-hatched centre and radiating lines, joined by wire rings bridged by a rectangular bar.The buttons each of octagonal form, engraved with a four-petalled flower with dotted petal tips and cross-hatched spandrels, with soldered wire loop shanks.Tests as silverMaker's mark 'AB' to each button and 'GM' to the cufflinksSize/dimensions: each face 1.70cm x 1.67cmGross weight: 22.07g (total) The silver ret...
A GEORGIAN ENAMEL AND SEED PEARL MOURNING RING TO SARAH CRANG (D. 1806) CIRCA 1806The oval head with a border of split pearls, formerly with two woven-hair panels, one now set with a semi-circular panel of turquoise-blue guilloché enamel, the other vacant.On a fluted shank with split shoulders.The reverse engraved 'S Crang, Obt 10 Feby 1806'.Tests as goldUnmarkedSize/dimensions: ring size P (US 8)Gross weight: 4.09g All split pearls are present, well matched and secure, and the remaining enamel is in good condition, but one panel is now vacant. The metal shows signs of wear consistent with use...
LORD NELSON'S SILVER DESSERT SPOONS
ADMIRAL LORD NELSON: A GEORGE III SILVER FIDDLE PATTERN DESSERT SPOON, ENGRAVED WITH HIS CRESTS LONDON, 1799Of fiddle pattern, the terminal engraved with the San Josef crest above the Chelengk crest of Admiral Lord Nelson.Maker's mark 'WE WF' for William Eley and William FearnLondon hallmarks, sterling standardSize/dimensions: 17.50cm long; 3.50cm wideGross weight: 41.11g The spoon shows small signs of wear consistent with use and is offered in excellent condition.ProvenanceVice-Admiral Horatio Nelson, 1st Viscount Nelson (1758-1805)Frances, Viscountess Nelson (d. 1831), his widowThence by des...
ADMIRAL LORD NELSON: A GEORGE III SILVER FIDDLE PATTERN DESSERT SPOON, ENGRAVED WITH HIS CRESTS LONDON, 1799Of fiddle pattern, the terminal engraved with the San Josef crest above the Chelengk crest of Admiral Lord Nelson.Maker's mark 'WE WF' for William Eley and William FearnLondon hallmarks, sterling standardSize/dimensions: 17.50cm long; 3.50cm wideGross weight: 42.22g The spoon shows small signs of wear consistent with use and is offered in excellent condition.ProvenanceVice-Admiral Horatio Nelson, 1st Viscount Nelson (1758-1805)Frances, Viscountess Nelson (d. 1831), his widowThence by des...
ADMIRAL LORD NELSON: A GEORGE III SILVER FIDDLE PATTERN DESSERT SPOON, ENGRAVED WITH HIS CRESTS LONDON, 1799Of fiddle pattern, the terminal engraved with the San Josef crest above the Chelengk crest of Admiral Lord Nelson.Maker's mark 'WE WF' for William Eley and William FearnLondon hallmarks, sterling standardSize/dimensions: 17.50cm long; 3.50cm wideGross weight: 41.55g The spoon shows small signs of wear consistent with use and is offered in excellent condition.ProvenanceVice-Admiral Horatio Nelson, 1st Viscount Nelson (1758-1805)Frances, Viscountess Nelson (d. 1831), his widowThence by des...
ADMIRAL LORD NELSON: A GEORGE III SILVER FIDDLE PATTERN DESSERT SPOON, ENGRAVED WITH HIS CRESTS LONDON, 1799Of fiddle pattern, the terminal engraved with the San Josef crest above the Chelengk crest of Admiral Lord Nelson.Maker's mark 'WE WF' for William Eley and William FearnLondon hallmarks, sterling standardSize/dimensions: 17.50cm long; 3.50cm wideGross weight: 43.14g The spoon shows small signs of wear consistent with use and is offered in excellent condition.ProvenanceVice-Admiral Horatio Nelson, 1st Viscount Nelson (1758-1805)Frances, Viscountess Nelson (d. 1831), his widowThence by des...
MEDIEVAL
A MEDIEVAL GARNET GOLD ROSARY RING CIRCA 1300-1500The elongated octagonal pie-dish bezel with bevelled edges and flat reverse, claw-set with an octagonal faceted garnet.The band of triangular section, the exterior with evenly spaced raised saltires formed of four wedges, between which are capital letters reading, after a cross potent, AVE MARI / A GRACI PL, for 'Ave Maria Gratia Plena' (Hail Mary, full of grace), the second-last letter resembling an 'R' but probably intended as a 'P'.Analysed as 68.90% gold, 24.90% silver, 6.20% copperSize/dimensions: ring size O-P (US 7-8)Gross weight: 2.53g...
A LARGE MEDIEVAL GARNET GOLD RING CIRCA 1300-1400With a high closed-back pie-dish bezel on a rounded hoop.Together with the rectangular hollow-backed almandine garnet cabochon, or 'carbuncle', formerly set in the bezel and now separate.Analysed as 79.73% gold, 11.17% silver, 9.10% copperGross weight: 5.01g The garnet is now separate from the ring. The garnet shows surface scratches and wear with light nibbling to the edge, and some natural dark mineral inclusions, but is stable and could be reset in the bezel. The hoop is distorted and squashed out of its original circular shape, the bezel wal...
OBJET DE VERTU & SILVERWARE
G. RIDDLE, A VICTORIAN MOTHER-OF-PEARL WRITING SET Comprising a quill pen, a pencil, a paper clip and a folding pen knife, each mother-of-pearl handle applied with a gold snake, its head set with a small old-cut diamond.The paper clip further applied with silver flowers and leaves; with engraved and silver-gilt mounts.Tests as gold (snakes), silver-gilt (mounts)Signed G. RIDDLE LONDONAccompanied by a fitted indigo case with blue silk and velvet interior.Gross weight: 60.00g (total) All diamonds are present. There is small chipping to the mother-of-pearl in places, particularly to the paper cli...
SAMPSON MORDAN & CO., A VICTORIAN SILVER-GILT MOUNTED GLASS SCENT BOTTLE/VINAIGRETTE LONDON, 1878Of faceted flattened form in heavy clear glass, with a sprung hinged cap at one end, opening by push-button to reveal the original ground-glass stopper, and a hinged vinaigrette cover at the other opening onto a pierced grille.Maker's mark 'SM' and signed S. MORDAN & Co LONDONLondon hallmarksFurther marked 'C.O.O U.B.Z'Size/dimensions: 9.00cm long; 3.50cm wideGross weight: 115.36g The glass is free of major chips, cracks or fractures, with light superficial scratches and minor internal clouding fro...
A VICTORIAN HALF-PEARL GLOVE HOOK The gold hook with a collar of half-pearls, the end with a small suspension ring allowing it to hang from a chain.Stamped 15Size/dimensions: 5.50cm longGross weight: 3.91g All pearls are present and secure. The gold shows signs of wear consistent with age, and the piece is offered in very good condition.Small hooks such as this were made to draw each button through its loop. Larger versions were used for boots and shoes. Many women carried a glove hook with them, hung from a chatelaine, a chain or a key ring, and fine examples in gold, silver, mother-of-pearl...
GEORGE WATTS, A VICTORIAN SILVER FLASK CHESTER, 1890Of curved rectangular pocket form with a domed screw cap, both faces engraved with foliate acanthus scrollwork, one side with a horizontal cartouche enclosing the hallmarks, the other with a vacant star-shaped cartouche.Maker's mark 'GW' for George WattsChester hallmarksAccompanied by a fitted purple case with velvet and silk interior.Size/dimensions: 7.10cm long; 3.70cm wideGross weight: 23.30g The flask has developed a lovely patina, with excellent structural integrity and crisp hallmarks and engraving. The screw cap is in perfect working o...
FREDERIC HEWSON, A VICTORIAN SILVER-GILT AND ENAMEL VESTA CASE LONDON, 1896The hinged cover chased in high relief with two exotic birds among flower-heads and elaborate foliate C-scrolls on a matt black ground, the front edge with the motto 'DIEU TE GARDE' (God protect you) in white enamel, the sides similarly chased, the base with a serrated steel striker panel.With rose-cut diamond thumbpiece.Maker's mark for Frederic HewsonLondon hallmarksSize/dimensions: 7.00cm long; 4.00cm wideGross weight: 98.00g The diamond is secure and the enamel is in good condition. There are small signs of wear con...
A LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY FRENCH SILVER TRIPTYCH HOLY WATER FONT Of triptych form, the two hinged doors opening to reveal a repoussé and chased Crucifixion, the closed doors forming a further scene of five haloed figures, above an integral basin set with three coloured glass cabochons.With wall-hanging loop.Marked with the French charançon (weevil) mark for imported silver of at least 800 standardSize/dimensions: 15.80cm long; 6.80cm wideGross weight: 156.45g The font has a natural antique patina with dark oxidation in the recesses, the details remaining sharp, with no crushing or flatten...
THE GOLDSMITHS & SILVERSMITHS CO. LTD., AN EDWARDIAN SILVER BOX SET WITH SHELL CAMEO LONDON, 1907Of undulating cartouche form, the hinged cover set with a carved shell cameo of the Three Graces holding a garland, within a chased wave-and-scroll border, the rims with similar borders.With concealed rear hinge and close-fitting cover.Maker's mark for The Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd.London hallmarksSize/dimensions: 9.60cm long; 6.70cm wideGross weight: 115.54g The cameo is in very good condition, with no cracks, and is secure in its setting. The silver has a soft grey patina, with tarnish in...
(x) ALEXANDER WÄKEVÄ FOR FABERGÉ, A SILVER DISH ST. PETERSBURG, CIRCA 1908-1917An Imperial Russian neoclassical silver dish of shallow circular form, the exterior rim applied with a continuous chased band of Greek key (meander) ornament, framed by fine parallel wirework borders.Workmaster's mark 'AW' for Alexander WäkeväMarked for FabergéStamped for 88 zolotnik silver standardSize/dimensions: 8.00cm diameterGross weight: 75.78g The dish is free of warps or dents. The exterior exhibits a desirable natural aged patina, with some soft surface scratches as expected. The hallmarks remain sharp and...
(x) FABERGÉ, A SILVER AND CUT GLASS DISH CIRCA 1908-1917An Imperial Russian neoclassical silver-mounted cut glass caviar or sweetmeat dish of low, shallow circular form.The heavy-gauge glass body hand-cut with a geometric pattern of overlapping stylised starbursts, concentric diamonds and intersecting linear grids, within a continuous silver collar mount with ribbon and reed decoration.Marked for FabergéStamped for 84 zolotnik silver standardSize/dimensions: 13.30cm diameterGross weight: 305.94g The glass retains excellent clarity. The silver mount shows an authentic dark tarnish within the re...
TIFFANY & CO., AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY GOLD VESTA CASE Of rectangular form with rounded corners and plain polished surfaces, with a single groove to the exterior and a cabochon sapphire thumbpiece, the base with striker.With flush internal hinge.Marked MADE FOR TIFFANY & CO, 14K, 190, HANDMADESize/dimensions: 6.30cm long; 4.10cm wideGross weight: 35.02g The sapphire is of deep blue and secure in its setting. There are some small scuffs to the surface and signs of use, the hinge is in working order, and the case is offered in very good condition.Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more inf...
POST-MEDIEVAL
A POST-MEDIEVAL POSY RING - 'CONTENT IS A KINGDOM' CIRCA 1613-1659Plain band with italic script on the inside surface 'Content is a kingdom'.Maker's mark 'WL' in Roman capitals within a rectangular punch, struck before the word 'content' and inverted in relation to the inscription.Analysed as 88.40% gold, 11.60% silverGross weight: 1.52g The band has been squashed and bent into an oval, but the evocative inscription remains legible and sharp. Some scuffs, possibly from farming machinery or the act of being recovered. Possibly be suitable for restoration and wear, and is offered here in fair co...
A POST-MEDIEVAL POSY RING - 'A TRUE FRIENDS TOKEN' CIRCA 1650-1700Plain convex exterior band with italic script on the inside surface 'A true friends token'.Analysed as 89.10% gold, 10.90% silverSize/dimensions: ring size G 1/2 (US 4)Gross weight: 1.08g A dainty but complete example, with some small, light scratches to the surface. The piece is offered in excellent condition.ProvenanceFound at Birdforth (Yorkshire and the Humber) on 9 April 2019~ Recorded with the British Museum (ref. PAS-DUR-2DCF41; Treasure ref. 2019T493) ~The motto does not appear in exactly this form in Joan Evans’s Englis...
A POST-MEDIEVAL INSCRIBED RELIQUARY CROSS PENDANT CIRCA 1600-1700The silver cross hand-engraved with symbols of the Passion of Christ, including the IHS christogram, the crown of thorns, the crucifixion nails, the spear and sponge, and the lily.Originally designed to open to hold sacred relics, now sealed shut.Probably French or Spanish.Tests as silverUnmarkedSize/dimensions: 7.63cm long; 4.02cm wideGross weight: 14.94g The cross shows antique patina, with soft surface wear and slight dents consistent with age. The fittings are intact, with evidence of historic solder, and the piece is offered...
A POST-MEDIEVAL ROCK CRYSTAL RING CIRCA 1600-1700Set with a rock crystal cabochon in a deep oval cell bezel with a grooved decorative border, on a stocky grooved band.Tests as silverUnmarkedSize/dimensions: ring size S 1/2 (US 9 1/2)Gross weight: 5.34g The rock crystal is cloudy but remains striking. The metal has a deep patina and is complete and wearable, and the piece is offered in fair overall condition.ProvenanceTimeline Auctions, Ancient Art, Antiquities, Natural History & Coins, 16 March 2025, lot 2177Ex private collection 1970s. Property of a Nottinghamshire gentlemanSubject to 20% VAT...
SASANIAN SEALS
A SASANIAN CARNELIAN DECORATED ELLIPSOID STAMP SEAL CIRCA 300-500 ADOf ellipsoid form with a large central suspension hole, the domed exterior carved with recessed roundels, the flat oval face engraved in intaglio with a humped bull (zebu) standing right, with a short Pahlavi inscription.Cf. Catalogue of the Western Asiatic Seals in the British Museum, Stamp Seals (1969), EM 5-6.Accompanied by a mould.Size/dimensions: face 1.72cm x 1.30cm; 2.20cm overallGross weight: 4.82g The seal is offered in excellent condition with a very pleasing level of preservation. There are moderate signs of age as...
A SASANIAN ROCK CRYSTAL DECORATED ELLIPSOID STAMP SEAL CIRCA 300-500 ADOf ellipsoid form with a large central suspension hole, the domed exterior carved with recessed roundels, the flat oval face engraved in intaglio with a charging bull, with a short Pahlavi inscription.Cf. Catalogue of the Western Asiatic Seals in the British Museum, Stamp Seals (1969), EN 18.Size/dimensions: face 2.15cm x 1.98cm; 2.50cm overallGross weight: 13.02g The seal is offered in excellent condition with good preservation. There is moderate wear and some mineral ecrustation trapped in the decorative crevices, but oth...
A PAIR OF SASANIAN ROCK CRYSTAL DECORATED ELLIPSOID STAMP SEALS (2) CIRCA 300-500 ADEach of ellipsoid form with a large central suspension hole, the domed exterior carved with recessed roundels, the flat oval faces engraved in intaglio, one with a leaping horse, the other with a standing bird.Cf. Catalogue of the Western Asiatic Seals in the British Museum, Stamp Seals (1969), n/a.Size/dimensions: faces 1.80cm to 2.00cm x 1.84cm to 2.22cm; 2.27cm to 2.66cm overallGross weight: 25.25g (total) The seals are offered in very good condition. They show moderate wear with some surface pitting from we...
A GROUP OF FOUR SASANIAN QUARTZ UNDECORATED ELLIPSOID STAMP SEALS (4) CIRCA 300-500 ADEach of ellipsoid form with a large central suspension hole and plain exterior, in rock crystal, carnelian and agate, the flat faces engraved in intaglio: a standing man with a pigtail; a seated bull; a device of a crescent above an inverted letter pi and a short horizontal bar, within a border of leaves; and a male portrait in 'scratch' style with a four-pointed star to the left.Accompanied by moulds.Cf. Catalogue of the Western Asiatic Seals in the British Museum, Stamp Seals (1969), BD 6-7; EO 1-3; NG 2; A...
A GROUP OF FIVE SASANIAN BANDED AGATE DOME STAMP SEALS (5) CIRCA 400-600 ADEach of dome form with a small suspension hole and plain exterior, the flat faces engraved in intaglio: four in translucent banded agate depicting Gayomard; a winged figure holding a diadem; a lion springing onto the neck of a humped bull, a pellet above; and two hinds standing to centre and looking back; the fifth in opaque brown 'goat-eye' banded agate depicting a kneeling ibex.Accompanied by moulds.Cf. Catalogue of the Western Asiatic Seals in the British Museum, Stamp Seals (1969), BF 9; BK 2-3; DJ 3; FF 3; FH 9.Siz...
A GROUP OF THREE SASANIAN GOETHITE AND JASPER DOME STAMP SEALS (3) CIRCA 400-600 ADEach of dome form with a small suspension hole and plain exterior, the flat faces engraved in intaglio: two in goethite depicting a boar and a gazelle, and one in green jasper depicting a partridge within a border of dots.Accompanied by moulds.Cf. Catalogue of the Western Asiatic Seals in the British Museum, Stamp Seals (1969), FH 6; GB 1; HC 3.Size/dimensions: faces 1.11cm to 1.17cm x 1.05cm to 1.43cm; 1.28cm to 1.50cm overallGross weight: 11.08g (total) The seals are offered in excellent condition. The carving...
THE GRAND TOUR
(x) A GEORGIAN CARNELIAN INTAGLIO RING Set with a large oval carnelian intaglio depicting Constantine and Helena holding the True Cross, within a saw-tooth bezel rim, on split shoulders.Tests as silver-copper alloyUnmarkedSize/dimensions: ring size W (US 11 1/2)Gross weight: 16.54g The intaglio remains crisp and well defined and is secure in the bezel, with natural variations of tone inherent to the carnelian and minor wear consistent with age. The reverse of the bezel and the shank show heavy green verdigris in places, with a somewhat scratched surface and dark tarnish. The band is intact and...
A COLLECTION OF GRAND TOUR INTAGLIO IMPRESSIONS CIRCA 1800-1900Comprising 36 intaglio impressions in plaster and red sulphur, including subjects from the Tassie series such as the Fourth Labour of Hercules and the Bust of Macrinus, together with Paoletti impressions, many numbered to the edge (including 216, 5741, 6178, 6553, 6643 and 12037).Two of the casts in fitted engine-turned wooden boxes, one depicting Perikles.Together with two white cameo-style plaques depicting King Richard II and King James II, signed BROWN, possibly after William Brown, and seven plaster impressions of the obverse...
A FRAMED COLLECTION OF GRAND TOUR INTAGLIO IMPRESSIONS CIRCA 1800-1900Comprising eleven red sulphur intaglio impressions of classical subjects, each within a gilded paper rim inscribed with an inventory number, mounted in a display frame with green fabric backing.Size/dimensions: 39.00cm x 32.00cm (frame) Some of the impressions have small chips or cracks but remain stable, and the collection is offered in good condition.From the later seventeenth century until the coming of the railways in the 1840s, a period of travel on the Continent was regarded as the essential completion of a gentleman's...
(x) A 19TH CENTURY AND LATER CARNELIAN INTAGLIO RING Set with a carnelian intaglio carved with the head of Zeus Ammon, within a flat protective bezel on a thick band.In silver, with traces of former gildingWith a duty mark (Queen Victoria’s head) to the reverse of the bezel and Chester hallmark for 1911 to the bandSize/dimensions: ring size L (US 6)Gross weight: 10.92g The intaglio shows some light scratching and abrasion but the carving remains crisp, sharp and highly defined, with visible tool marks and no deep fractures. The gilding is largely worn away with traces remaining, the shank rema...
A VICTORIAN 'AGNUS DEI' MICROMOSAIC PENDANT In the archaeological revival style, centred with a finely worked micromosaic of the Agnus Dei (Lamb of God), within wirework borders reflecting the Etruscan techniques revived in Rome in the 1860s.Possibly Italian.Tests as 20ct goldUnmarkedSize/dimensions: 5.60cm long (including bail); 3.90cm wideGross weight: 13.63g All tesserae are present, bright and delicately placed. The piece shows small signs of wear consistent with use and is offered in excellent condition. An exquisitie piece of craftsmanship.From the later seventeenth century until the com...
VICTORIAN
S. BLANCKENSEE & SON LTD, A PAIR OF VICTORIAN GOLD CUFFLINKS BIRMINGHAM, 1863Each comprising two plain oval plaques joined by a five-link chain.Maker's mark for S. Blanckensee & Son LtdBirmingham hallmarks for 18ct goldSize/dimensions: oval faces 2.00cm x 1.40cmGross weight: 28.30g The cufflinks show evenly distributed micro-scratches and scuffs consistent with wear, with no deep cuts or impact marks, and have an appealing warm pinkish patina. They are offered in very good condition.Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more information please view Terms and Conditions for Buyers.
A VICTORIAN PEARL, DIAMOND AND ENAMEL LOCKET PENDANT Of circular form, centred with a split pearl and rose-cut diamond star cluster within a pale blue 'bleu céleste' enamel surround and an engraved gold fleur-de-lys border.With glazed locket back and similarly enamelled scroll suspension.Tests as 20ct goldUnmarkedSize/dimensions: 2.40cm long; 1.88cm wideGross weight: 4.62g The rose-cut diamonds and split pearl are all present and secure. There is some slight damage to the enamel, particularly to the suspension loop, and small signs of wear consistent with use. The pendant is offered in good co...
A VICTORIAN DIAMOND AND TURQUOISE DROP BROOCH Designed as an openwork foliate ribbon bow suspending a drop, set with four turquoise cabochons and nineteen old-cut diamonds in hand-pierced open-back settings, crafted in silver-topped gold.UnmarkedSize/dimensions: 3.50cm long; 2.60cm wideGross weight: 5.22g All stones are present. Some diamonds show chips and fractures, and the smaller turquoise has become slightly greenish with age. The silver has developed a colourful iridescent patina over time. The catch is a later replacement and is in working order, and the piece is offered in very good ov...
VIKING
(x) A VIKING GOLD KNOT RING CIRCA 800-1100 ADFormed from a single unbroken strand of drawn gold wire, with coiled wire terminals.Analysed as 90.37% gold, 8.16% silver, 1.47% copperSize/dimensions: ring size Q (US 8 1/2)Gross weight: 2.44g There is minor distortion to the round shape of the band, but no brittle fractures or stress cracks. A few light dents and marks are present as expected with age, and the ring is offered in very good condition.ProvenanceBy descent to the present owner Viking rings of gold and silver were both personal ornaments and a portable, wearable store of wealth, and th...
VINTAGE AND MODERN JEWELS
AN ART DECO DIAMOND RING Centred with two old-cut diamonds rub-over set within an openwork surround and a border of four small old-cut diamonds, with millegrain detailing, in platinum-flashed gold.Stamped 18ct, with an indistinct maker's markSize/dimensions: ring size P (US 8)Gross weight: 1.66g All diamonds are present and secure, the two principal stones each estimated at approximately 0.06ct. The ring shows small signs of wear consistent with use, and is offered in very good condition.Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more information please view Terms and Conditions for Buyers.
AN ART DECO UNHEATED SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND CLUSTER RING Of octagonal target design, centred with a cushion-shaped natural unheated blue sapphire within a double border of old-cut diamonds.Tests as platinumUnmarkedSize/dimensions: ring size P (US 8)Gross weight: 5.60gAccompanied by GCS report no. 5787-0595 dated 3rd November 2026, stating basaltic deposit origin, unheated sapphire approx. 0.80ct. The sapphire displays natural colour zoning and some wear to the facet edges and small scratches to the facet edges. The diamonds are all present and well matched. The shank shows signs of previous repa...
A LATE ART DECO SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND CONVERTIBLE SUITE CIRCA 1930-1950Comprising two brooches and a pair of clip earrings of ribbon, bow and spray design, set with round brilliant and baguette-cut diamonds within calibré-cut sapphire borders.The brooches with c-clasps and safety catches, and with concealed hoops and tracks allowing them to be mounted onto the accompanying necklace frame; the earrings with omega clips.The 18ct white gold necklace frame approximately 35cm long, 14.13g, with push-in tongue clasp.Tests as platinum (earrings and brooches), 18ct white gold (necklace frame and chain)...
A MID-CENTURY DIAMOND COCKTAIL RING Designed as an asymmetrical spray cluster extending across the finger, set with pear-shaped diamonds and baguette-cut accents in a tiered, three-dimensional arrangement.Stamped 10% IRID PLATSize/dimensions: ring size H 1/2 (US 4 1/4)Gross weight: 9.95gAccompanied by GCS report no. 5787-0596 dated 3rd November 2026, stating natural diamonds totalling approx. 4.00ct, colour F-H, clarity VS2-SI2. All diamonds are present, with some stones showing visible inclusions. The total estimated diamond weight is approximately 4.00ct, and the occasional stone displays st...
A PAIR OF MID-CENTURY SEED PEARL AND EMERALD EARRINGS PORTUGALEach designed as a fruiting vine, with seed pearl grapes and chased and engraved vine leaves each set with a small emerald.With screw fittings.Portuguese mark for 800 standard (19.2ct) gold, with further indistinct marksSize/dimensions: 2.40cm longGross weight: 6.60g All stones are present and secure, the emeralds included but bring an attractive pop of colour. Some residue present. There is wear to the marks, but the screw backs working well, and the earrings overall are offered in very good condition.Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s...
CARTIER, A MID-CENTURY ENAMEL AND RUBY CHARM PARISDesigned as a white enamel geometric house with cut-out windows and door, the chimney accented with a small calibre-cut ruby.With soldered loop and bolt ring clasp for attachment to a charm bracelet.Signed CARTIER PARISNumbered 4950French eagle's head mark for 18ct goldSize/dimensions: 2.00cm x 1.00cmGross weight: 2.50g The ruby is securely set. There are small chips to the enamel, and the signature is double-struck on the reverse. The piece shows small signs of wear as expected, the clasp is in perfect working order, and it is offered in very...
D J HILL, A SEED PEARL AND TURQUOISE BROOCH/PENDANT LONDON, CIRCA 1950-1960In the Victorian revival style, designed as a tiered starburst evoking classic celestial and snowflake motifs, set with seed pearls and turquoise.With pin fitting and pendant loop, allowing it to be worn as a brooch or pendant.Maker's mark 'DHJ' for D J Hill JewelleryLondon hallmarks (date letter worn)Stamped 9 .375Size/dimensions: 2.80cm diameterGross weight: 5.25g All stones are present and securely set, and the turquoise retains a pleasing blue hue. The piece shows small signs of wear consistent with use, the clasp i...
ALBION CRAFT COMPANY, A PAIR OF OPENWORK SAPPHIRE LEVERBACK EARRINGS LONDON, 1969Of modernist openwork huggie design with an asymmetric lattice and textured surface, set with rectangular step-cut blue sapphires.With leverbacks.Maker's mark 'ACCo' for Albion Craft CompanyLondon hallmarksStamped 14 .585Size/dimensions: 2.30cm long; 1.20cm wideGross weight: 16.37g The sapphires show some feathers and fingerprints, with little to no wear to the facet edges. The gold shows small signs of wear and a developing patina, the fittings are in perfect working order, and the earrings are offered in good co...
ALBION CRAFT COMPANY, A WHITE GOLD TEXTURED RING LONDON, 1969Of organic ridged design, textured throughout.Maker's mark 'ACCo' for Albion Craft CompanyLondon hallmarksStamped 18Size/dimensions: ring size O (US 7 1/2)Gross weight: 8.45g The ring shows signs of wear consistent with age, with some areas where the yellow gold tone is visible through the white finish. The piece is offered in good overall condition.Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more information please view Terms and Conditions for Buyers.
LEIF ULRICH DAURUP, A MID-CENTURY SILVER BROOCH DENMARKOf shallow concave rounded-triangular form, with two cut-out and applied angel fish among fronds.With pin and safety catch.Marked Ulrich HANDMADE STERLINGSize/dimensions: 4.70cm longGross weight: 10.15g The brooch shows light signs of wear and a pleasing developing tone. The pin and clasp are in working order, and it is offered in very good condition.Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more information please view Terms and Conditions for Buyers.
A MID-CENTURY RUBY ARTICULATED BRACELET Of wide articulated brick-link construction with a highly textured woven mesh finish, accented along the band by nine pairs of small round rubies.Fitted with a box clasp and two safety catches.Stamped 750 and with a further, partially legible mark '10[-]'Size/dimensions: 18.50cm long; 1.20cm wideGross weight: 48.75g All rubies are present and securely set. Some stones show chips and wear to the facet edges, consistent with use and not visible when worn. The metal is in excellent condition, the clasp and safety catches are in perfect working order, and th...
VICTOR MAYER, A LEAF-SHAPED DIAMOND BROOCH CIRCA 1980-1988Designed as a naturalistic leaf with detailed three-dimensional details, accented with a single round brilliant-cut diamond.Maker's mark 'VM' for Victor MayerStamped GVW[?] 750Import hallmarks for 1988Size/dimensions: 5.20cm long; 2.20cm wideGross weight: 11.58g The diamond is estimated at approximately 0.06ct and is bright and free of chips. The gold retains good surface lustre, with dark patina enhancing the texture and no deep scratches or corrosion. The pin works well; the clasp fastening is slightly loose but should not affect wear...
AN UNHEATED SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING 1996Set with an oval natural unheated blue sapphire in a bezel setting within a halo of twelve claw-set round brilliant-cut diamonds.Continental marksImport hallmarks for 1996Stamped 750Size/dimensions: ring size M (US 6 1/2)Gross weight: 4.93gAccompanied by GCS report no. 5787-0592 dated 3rd November 2026, stating basaltic deposit origin, unheated sapphire approx. 1.30ct. The unheated sapphire is of deep blue colour, with minimal wear to the facet edges. The diamonds are all present, well matched, and securely set, with a total estimated diamond weight of...
A COLOMBIAN EMERALD AND DIAMOND RING Set with a prominent emerald-cut emerald in a closed basket setting, each fluted shoulder accented by a triangular cluster of six brilliant-cut diamonds.Maker's mark 'CEI' for Colombian Emeralds InternationalStamped 18KSize/dimensions: ring size N (US 7)Gross weight: 6.37gAccording to a verbal report from GCS (no. 5787-0593), the emerald is of Colombian origin, with a moderate amount of oil in fissures at the time of testing. The emerald is estimated at approximately 1.42ct and shows some wear to the facet edges. Three-phase inclusions are present, as is ch...
A NATURAL RUBY AND DIAMOND DRESS RING In the Art Deco style, of navette form, centred with a round ruby within a geometric pierced openwork setting of smaller calibre-cut rubies and diamonds, with millegrain edging.Maker's mark 'JoAo'Stamped 850 PlatStamped with stone weights R 0.76, 0.19, 0.12 and 0.4Size/dimensions: ring size L 1/2 (US 6 1/4)Gross weight: 5.46gAccording to a verbal report from GCS (no. #5787-0594), the central ruby is natural and of Thai/Cambodian origin, with indications of heating. The central natural ruby is estimated at approximately 0.76ct. The stones are in very good c...
(†) A MADAGASCAN PINK SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING Set with a cushion-shaped mixed-cut pink sapphire weighing approximately 4.97ct, within a scalloped halo of twenty round brilliant-cut diamonds.Stamped 18K and 4.97 - D 0.29Size/dimensions: ring size K (US 5 1/2)Gross weight: 5.02gAccompanied by GIT (Gem and Jewelry Institute of Thailand) report no. G2610050110001, dated 7th October 2026, stating that the sapphire is natural corundum of purplish pink colour and Madagascan origin, with indications of heating.This lot has been imported into the United Kingdom. Unless the lot is re-exported, the buy...
(†) AN UNHEATED BURMESE SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING Set with an oval mixed-cut blue sapphire weighing 5.24ct within a scalloped halo of fourteen round brilliant-cut diamonds, with further small brilliants pavé-set to the shoulders.Stamped 18KSize/dimensions: ring size L (US 6)Gross weight: 5.07gAccompanied by GRS report no. GRS-2015-043544, dated 19th June 2015, stating that the 5.24ct natural sapphire is of vivid blue colour (GRS type ‘royal blue’) and Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indication of thermal treatment.This lot has been imported into the United Kingdom. Unless the lot is re-expor...
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