BOODLES: TWO-STONE FANCY COLOURED DIAMOND AND DIAMOND RINGThe cushion-shaped Fancy Purplish Pink diamond, weighing 2.52 carats, obliquely-set with an Ashoka-cut diamond, weighing 3.23 carats, in an 18 carat rose gold and platinum setting, each gallery with ribbon detail, pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds of pink and near colourless tint, signed Boodles, maker's B&D, London hallmark, ring size I, maker's caseFootnotes:Accompanied by a report from GIA stating that the cushion-shaped diamond, weighing 2.52 carats, is natural Fancy Purplish Pink colour, VS1 clarity. Report number 2135644037, dated 4th August 2011.Accompanied by a report from GIA stating that the Ashoka-cut diamond, weighing 3.23 carats, is D colour, VVS1 clarity. Report number 16255366, dated 14th July 2021.Accompanied by a report from GIA stating that the Ashoka-cut diamond, weighing 3.23 carats, is D colour, Internally Flawless clarity. Report number 16255366, dated 20th September 2007.Pink diamonds are exceedingly rare in nature. It is estimated that only one in 10,000 gem quality diamonds produced in the world show noticeable colour and of these, a similarly small percentage are pink, the majority under 2.00 carats in size. How they occur is romantically enigmatic; unlike most other coloured diamonds, their colour is caused not by trace elements in their chemical composition but by a lucky miracle of nature, a distortion within their atomic lattice caused by the pressure exerted on them during their formation.Throughout millennia of diamond mining, pink diamonds have been unearthed only occasionally, historically in India and later in Brazil, Indonesia and South Africa. The best specimens have been kept as treasures in the collections of royalty, rulers and museums, sought after and celebrated for their elusive beauty. Traditionally considered a gemmological curiosity, the last 50 years have seen a great shift in perception.In the late 1970s, pink diamond-bearing lamproite rock was discovered at the Argyle mine in East Kimberley, Western Australia producing a limited but steady number of small fine quality pink and red diamonds each year. The mine quickly became recognised as the only consistent source in the world. This small but regular supply, alongside informative marketing campaigns, piqued industry and public interest in pink diamonds and the rarity of coloured diamonds. The last few decades have seen the value of fine coloured diamonds increase exponentially. After nearly forty years of operation, the Argyle mine ceased production last year and since there are no other known mines with such a consistent production, pink diamonds are set to become increasingly rare. The Ashoka-cut lends its name, and was inspired by, the original Ashoka Diamond - a 41.37 carat, D colour, Flawless diamond - from the highly coveted Golconda mine in India. This original diamond was itself named after Ashoka the Great, who ruled in India during the 3rd Century BC. Ashoka the Great was known initially for his bloodthirsty military conquests, but legend has it after surveying the death and destruction his army had caused in capturing the region of Kalinga, his feeling of remorse was so severe he transformed his ways, becoming a pacifist and promoting the spread of Buddhism - believing the true path of enlightenment could only be achieved through tranquillity, hence the naming of the original diamond.Based on the Ashoka Diamond, New York diamantaire, William Goldberg, developed and patented the Ashoka-cut in 2000, and Boodles are the only British jeweller to offer Ashoka-cut diamonds in their collection. The Ashoka-cut displays an additional five facets to the 57 facets of brilliant-cuts, requiring the rough diamond to be larger and longer than average, and it is known for its typically larger 'spread', enabling the polished diamond to appear larger when viewed face-up.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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NATURAL PEARL AND DIAMOND NECKLACE, CIRCA 1915 AND LATERThe cushion-shaped and rose-cut diamond links issuing a graduated series of pierced and similarly-set navette-shaped plaques, between six bouton-shaped natural pearls, suspending a later cultured pearl drop, via articulating cushion-shaped and rose-cut diamond links, mounted in platinum, cushion-shaped diamonds approximately 3.65cts total, necklace adapted, clasp signed Cartier Paris Londres, French assay marks, lengths: necklace 44.0cm, pendant 2.7cmFootnotes:Accompanied by a report from The Gem & Pearl Laboratory stating that the bouton-shaped pearls are natural, saltwater and the round pearl drop is cultured. Report number 20170, dated 2nd July 2021.Provenance:Sold Sotheby's London, 15th December 2009, lot 459.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
GRAFF: FANCY COLOURED DIAMOND AND DIAMOND RINGThe cushion-shaped Fancy Light Yellow diamond, weighing 17.30 carats, between pear-shaped diamonds, pear-shaped diamonds 1.66 carats total, signed Graff, ring size M½Footnotes:PROPERTY OF AN INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE COLLECTOR Accompanied by a report check from GIA stating that the principal diamond is Fancy Light Yellow colour, VS1 clarity. Report number 12541848, dated 15th April 2003.Please note, this report is over five years old and may require updating.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
BOODLES: SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND DRESS RINGThe cushion-shaped sapphire, weighing 9.75 carats, between trifurcated shoulders set with brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in platinum, signed Boodles, maker's mark B&D, UK hallmark, ring size L, maker's caseFootnotes:Accompanied by a report from the Gem & Peal Laboratory stating that the sapphire is of Sri Lankan origin with no evidence of heat treatment. Report number 20313, dated 13th August 2021.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
AQUAMARINE AND DIAMOND PENDANT/CULTURED PEARL NECKLACE, CIRCA 1900The cushion-shaped aquamarine accented by old brilliant, single and rose-cut diamonds in an openwork setting with knifewire and millegrain detail, suspended from two detachable pearl 'jackets', accented by rose-cut diamond 'buds', via an old brilliant-cut diamond link, the single-strand of 4.0mm cultured pearls on a step-cut aquamarine and single-cut diamond cluster clasp, between rose-cut diamond foliate links, mounted in gold and platinum, aquamarine very approximately 42.75 carats, lengths: pendant 6.3cm, necklace 69.0cm, fitted case by Davidson Henderson & Sorley, 133 Buchanan Street, GlasgowFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
YELLOW SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING, CIRCA 1970The cushion-shaped yellow sapphire, weighing 9.72 carats, within a surround of tapered baguette-cut diamonds, ring size N, cased by Garrard & Co. Ltd., 12 Regent Street, LondonFootnotes:Accompanied by a report from The Gem & Pearl Laboratory stating that the sapphire is of Sri Lankan origin, with no evidence of heat treatment. Report number 20223, dated 23rd July 2021.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
FANCY COLOURED DIAMOND AND DIAMOND RINGThe cushion-shaped Fancy Yellow diamond, weighing 14.03 carats, in a bicoloured setting, the bifurcated shoulders, gallery and claws pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds, ring size IFootnotes:Accompanied by a report from GIA stating that the diamond is Fancy Yellow colour, VS2 clarity. Report number 517345588, dated 12th October 2015.Please note, this report is over five years old and may require updating.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A 20th century prayer rug, with decorative central panel, within borders on a burnt orange ground, 117.5cm x 80.5cm; another prayer rug with very similar design, 102cm x 87cm; a 20th century wool rug, the central panel with repeating pattern, within repeating borders, on a light and dark red ground, 173.5cm x 93cm; and a 'double' carpet cushion cover, with decorative geometric patterns, on a dark brown ground
A small rectangular prayer rug with repeating geometric patterns within four borders, on a dark brown ground, 76cm x 50cm; a rectangular prayer rug, decorated with flowers, within two repeating borders, on a dark red groud, 105cm x 50cm; and a large woven patterned cushion cover in red, blue and cream, 102.5cm x 62.5cm
An oval silver trinket box, with lift off padded pin cushion cover; a silver backed hand mirror, hair brush and comb dressing table set; a silver backed gents hair brush; a silver backed clothes brush; an American ‘Sterling’ comport with a loaded base; a pair of bud vases with loaded bases; five silver fruit forks and five silver fruit knives with ivory handles; a silver fish knife with an ivory handle; and other silver and metal items
Fine quality emerald and diamond openwork double border circular cluster brooch, square emerald-cut natural emerald, 9-10mm, depth 4.4mm in a rub-over setting of 38 cushion old-cut diamonds set in yellow and white metal, 2.10ct approx in total, clarity SI, colour H/J, 6.5gm, 29mm ** with the original Collingwood (Jewellers) Ltd box ** The Gem & Pearl Laboratory Emerald Report dated 17 August 2021 - describing as a natural emerald, transparent green, minor clarity enhancement, origin opinion: Colombia
Good antique aquamarine and diamond hinged bangle, set with a large single rectangular cushion-cut aquamarine 9.50ct approx, measuring 15mm x 13mm x 8mm depth, set in an open cage mount with four round old-cut diamonds, 0.40ct approx, with safety chain, 13.8gm, 65mm - ** with a Bristol Goldsmiths Alliance case
A SMALL REGENCY PENWORK AND SIMULATED ROSEWOOD TABLE CABINET EARLY 19TH CENTURY the top with a printed view of Margate pier, within an outer band of vine leaves, the hinged door with a view of Ranelagh Gardens, St. Peter's Thanet, revealing four long drawers, lined with pink paper and with original gilt brass handles, two with printed paper labels describing the views, the lowest drawer fitted for sewing, with compartments for reels, a thimble with a pin cushion and a needle book, the base with marbled paper, on brass ball feet 16.1cm high, 17.5cm wide, 11cm deep
A BLACK PAINTED STEEL AND BRASS CAMPAIGN FOLDING BED / ARMCHAIR 19TH CENTURY of slatted from, on turned supports and ceramic and wooden castors (one missing), with an integral retractable foot rest, a later cream buttoned cushion and padded armrests Provenance Acquired by the current owner from Christie's South Kensington, 8th June 2016, lot 467. The Property of a Lady of title.
A RARE WILLIAM AND MARY GREEN JAPANNED CHEST ON STAND C.1690-1700 the front with raised gilt chinoiserie decoration, with figures, birds, buildings and flowers, the sides with cranes, with a cushion drawer above three short and three long graduated drawers, the stand fitted with an arrangement of four drawers, on turned tapering legs united by a peripheral stretcher 179.5cm high, 107cm wide, 58.3cm deep Provenance Acquired by the present owner from Alistair Sampson Antiques, 156 Brompton Road, London, 20th September 1983, originally exhibited at the Grosvenor House Antiques Fair, June 1983 and illustrated in the catalogue. A Private Collection, London.
A WILLIAM AND MARY KINGWOOD AND SEAWEED MARQUETRY CUSHION FRAMED WALL MIRROR IN THE MANNER OF GERRIT JENSEN, LATE 17TH / EARLY 18TH CENTURY the rectangular bevelled plate within a leaf border and panels of finely inlaid seaweed marquetry, with a conforming outer border and a moulded edge 100.6 x 78.8cm Provenance Acquired by the present owner from Richard Courtney Ltd, 112-114 Fulham Road, London, 26th July 1983. A Private Collection, London. Catalogue Note This mirror is veneered partially in kingwood. In the late 17th / early 18th century kingwood was known as 'princeswood' and was highly prized.
A sapphire and diamond three-stone ring, the (untested) central mixed, cushion cut sapphire (measuring 6.98mm x 6.03mm), with a round brilliant cut diamond to each side, each weighing approximately 0.30 carats, all claw set in 18ct white gold to the tapering shoulders and plain polished shank, ring size M 1/2, weight 3.4gmsCR; PLEASE NOTE: This stone has not been tested for synthetic or natural origin, however it is the opinion of the valuer that the stone is of natural origin. This stone has not been tested for heating/ treatment. Through 10x magnification, colour banding is visible. In reflected light, some small crystals are visible, and there are some faint fingerprint inclusions - these occur naturally, but can be indicative of heat treatment.There is moderate abrasion and nibbling to the facet edges of the sapphire There is a small chip to the girdle. Stone shows moderate scratching and wear overall. The claws are secure. The diamonds are in good order, no cracks, chips or losses. We are unable to provide colour and clarity grades due to the setting, however the estimated clarity of the stones is SI/VS, and the stones appear bright and sparkly face up, with a minor draw of colour. The claws are secure.The shank shows moderate scratching and wear, and some thinning, but no splitting or signs of repair. Marks for Sheffield 2005.
A 19TH CENTURY BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD SETTEE, with square button back and downswept armrests, raised on square channelled mahogany legs. 170cm wide, 100cm deep, 82cm highCondition Report: Overall very good conditionSome minor scratches to leather on left armrestCushion seats worn but in presentable conditionLeft front leg with small loss (see image)Sturdy and sound
AN EDWARDIAN SILVER PIN CUSHION JEWELLERY BOX, Birmingham c.1903, markers mark rubbed, 14cm wide, 6cm high; together with an oval engine turned ring box, Sheffield c.1939, mark of Walker & Hall, 10cm wide, 5cm high and an engine turned cigarette box, Birmingham c.1969, mark of S J Rose & Sons, 17cm wide, 6cm high
A DIAMOND AND SEED PENDANT/BROOCH, designed as a sunburst set with an old cushion-shaped diamond at the centre, within a surround of seed pearls and rose-cut diamonds, mounted in gold, length approx. 2.9cmCondition Report: central cushion diamond approx. 0.25ct, remaining diamond bright and well matchedNormal signs of wear, overall in good conditionGold unmarkedTotal gross weight approx. 7.4cm
A LADY'S 18K GOLD AND DIAMOND-SET COCKTAIL WATCH, BY ZENITH, CIRCA 1970, the cushion-shaped silvered dial with baton for numerals, black hands, with brilliant-cut diamond bezel, on fitted 18K gold mesh-link bracelet, dial signed, case no. 0710520054, case stamped with maker's mark, case stamped with Swiss assay mark, case stamped with French import mark, with maker's case, case width 2cm, length 16.4cm, total gross weight approx. 29gCondition Report: non running - the watch was opened, battery leak observedNormal signs of wear, dial with some minor stains visible under a bright light sourceBracelet, minor signs of wearTotal gorss weight approx. 29g
A Chelsea figure of a river God reclining on a rock, circa 1754, encrusted with flowers and foliage, 17cm wide, derived from the marble figures by Edme Bouchardon on the fountain of Grenelle in Paris/Literature: see Cushion (J and M), A Collectors History of British Porcelain, page 42/see illustration/Provenance: Rous Lench Collection and by descent to the current owner CONDITION REPORT: There appears to be some excellent restoration to a break across his right shoulder and neck. His thumb and forefinger on that hand are lacking and the other digits appear to be restored. There is a firing crack in the base which is visible through the front and travels around where he is seated. Also through the mould join of the barrel.
A pair of William IV mahogany library bergère armchairs on front turned tapering reeded legs and brass castors, each fitted loose seats and back cushions in leather/see illustration CONDITION REPORT: Leather seat, cushion back and padded arms very dry, scuffed and worn, caning good but with small holes to one char and stretched and bruised cane to other chair. Reeded arms and legs both scuffed both chairs sound in joints back left hand upright above seat stretcher badly scratched
A diamond solitaire ring, the cushion shaped stone (chipped) claw set to an 18ct yellow gold shank, size 0, approximately 4.5gm and a 14k yellow gold wedding band set with two small diamonds, size V, approximately 7gm CONDITION REPORT: The stone has a large chip, a large surface reaching inclusion and is yellow tinted.
Antique brass hedgehog pin cushion, 7cm long, three further pin cushions including a silver mounted pin cushion, a Dutch boat form cushion and a Mauchline ware pin cushion (Made of wood grown at Cambuskenneth Abbey, at the tomb of James III) and a collection of antique thimbles, 17th century and later
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