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Lot 320
Tunics. WWII Officers tunics, comprising South Staffordshire Regiment, green cloth with brass collar badges and buttons, a medal ribbon bar for 1939-1945 Star, Africa Star and Burma Star and 14th Army Formation cloth badge on arm, 79cm long, another for North Staffordshire Regiment, The East Lancashire Regiment and one other with brown leather knot buttons plus an E.II.R. man's no 2 dress for the Staffordshire Regiment with staybrite buttons QTY: (5)
Lot 19
17TH CENTURY FLEMISH SCHOOL, PORTRAIT MINIATURE A YOUNG LADY IN A RED DRESS oval, oil on copper, the sitter wearing a dress embroidered with silver, and a wide white lace collar, pearls at her neck, black bows, and red and white feathers in her brown curled hair; in a later chased gilt-metal frame with pin back(Portrait 5.6cm high, 4.8cm wide; 6.7cm high, 5.8cm wide overall)
Lot 306
COLLECTION OF VARIOUS BRITISH UNIFORMS AND ACCESSORIES LATE 19TH/ EARLY 20TH CENTURY to include a Civil Uniform gentleman's great coat, cape, and two pairs of black evening dress breeches worn by members of the Royal Household, c. 1900-1920; a scarlet shell jacket with dark blue collar and pointed cuffs [buttons lacking], c. 1890s; two pairs of officer's dark blue overalls, one with broad scarlet seam stripes, the other with narrow scarlet seam stripes; a scarlet waistcoat with plain brass buttons; a pair of spatterdashes with plain brass buttons; and a white cotton shirt frillProvenance: The Estate of the late J. E. Adam
Lot 581
PAIR OF MEISSEN FIGURAL SALTS LATE 19TH CENTURY the figures in Ottoman dress, the gentleman wearing a plumed red hat, the lady wearing a domed hat, each seated beside a floral painted basin, on a naturalistic ground with gilt rim, underglaze blue crossed swords, incised 1231 and 771(Salts 19cm high)Provenance: Property of an Edinburgh collector
Lot 109
Canadian DEU Airborne Cloth Jump Wings (4) including Red Maple leaf, Gold braid and White on Green cloth backing, Canadian Service Dress Cloth Paratrooper Wings with red maple leaf, Canadian DEU Airborne Cloth Jump Wings, Red Maple leaf with a White-metal Commendation Maple Leaf over and Canadian Service Dress Cloth Paratrooper Wings with black maple leaf.
Lot 347
Vintage textiles collection includes: 5 sets of linen cocktail napkins, 23 total, with cutwork or embroidery, early mid century, 16 to 27 cm's square. Linen table centre and 5 mats 24 and 48cm diameter, pastel embroidery and 4 linen chairback covers 52x42cm, taupe embroidery, 1940's. A group of 12 linen tablemats,14 and 25cm diameter, with Madeira hand embroidery and cutwork, 1 tray cloth, 42x27cm with Chinese hand embroidery and drawn threadwork, c. 1920's/30's. Very pretty linen tablecloths, approx. 110x104cm, with 'cottage garden' floral hand embroidery 1930/40s. 1920s White Nottingham Lace edged Pillow case, beautiful floral design made from cotton. A very nice period piece of a machine done lace on cotton. And unusual (handmade) very small dress formed into a type of child or dolls dress, Victorian/Edwardian Cotton black lace
Lot 1484
Britain trade mark, vier sets tinnen soldaatjes, ca. 1930. Our territorial army, Infantry, service dress, no. 160, Types of the Greek army, the Evzones, light Infantry, no. 196, British Infantry, Active service equipment with sharpnel proof helmets, no. 195 en British Infantry, active service equipment with sharpnel proof helmets and gas masks, no. 258. Provenance: Een vooroorlogse collectie speelgoed uit familiebezit [4]
Lot 712
A vintage German Dresden ballerina figurine. The figurine depicting a woman in ballerina attire sat in a chair and resting her elbow on a table with high detail to her dress. With ballerina pumps and roses on the base. Condition; overall good, some wear to the gilt, some minor damage to the dress, no restoration. Measures 27cm tall. Marked to the base.
Lot 184
An Armand Marseille bisque headed 25" doll with composite body and limbs. With sleep eyes, painted lashes & lids, open mouth with 2 teeth, fixed tongue and moulded hair. Marked to back of head 'AM Germany 518/10K'. Voice box present in back of body, but not working. Dress in modern babies vest and sleep velour suit.
Lot 115
A CULTURED PEARL 'GANCIO' DRESS RING, BY BULGARI, CIRCA 1990The central cultured pearl of white tint measuring approximately 8.88mm between reeded shoulders and plain polished hoop, mounted in 18K gold, signed Bvlgari, ring size K¾By the 1980s, Bulgari’s statement earrings and necklaces were becoming a staple of high-end jewellery, but this era also brought an increasing acknowledgement of the necessity that jewellery be wearable and for the everyday – enter right, modular jewellery. By creating jewellery which was articulated and wherein each piece was mass produced then mix and matched to create brand new designs, Bulgari could pair colours, textures, and stones that made strange, but striking, bedfellows.The Gianco collection launched in 1987 off the heels of Parentesi collection in 1982, which had proved incredibly successful. The collection can be recognised by its use of yellow gold and pearls alongside candy-coloured amethysts, peridots, tourmalines, aquamarines, and citrine.Condition Report: Pearl: of white tint, high lustre with pink and green overtonesNormal signs of wear, overall in good conditionTotal gross weight approx. 12.3g
Lot 133
AN AQUAMARINE AND DIAMOND DRESS RINGThe rectangular-cut aquamarine weighing approximately 8.50cts between single-cut diamond shoulders, mounted in 18K gold, ring size ICondition Report: Aquamarine: approx. 8.50cts, of blue hue, medium tone, good transparency, minor pits visible under a bright light sourceDiamonds: too small to assess colour or clarity, bright and well matchedStamped 18CT inside hoopNormal signs of wear, overall in good conditionTotal gross weight approx. 6.40g
Lot 158
A DIAMOND DRESS RING, BY BUCCELLATIComposed of three 'modellato' textured gold flowerheads embellished with brilliant-cut diamonds, with lustrous 'rigato' gallery, mounted in 18K gold, signed M. Buccellati, with Italian registry mark for Mario Buccellati, ring size M½Condition Report: Diamonds: approx. 0.90ct total, estimated colour G/H, estimated clarity VS/SIItalian registry mark for Mario Bucellati: 15MINormal signs of wear, overall in good conditionTotal gross weight approx. 5.2g
Lot 160
A DIAMOND DRESS RING, BY BUCCELLATIThe rose lustrous 'rigato' band highlighted with six white 'modellato' flowerhead motifs accented with brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in 18K rose and white gold, signed M. Buccellati, with Italian registry mark for Mario Buccellati, ring size M½Condition Report: Diamonds: unable to assess colour due to rose gold, estimated clarity VSWith Italian registry mark for Mario Buccellati: 15MINormal signs of wear, overall in good conditionTotal gross weight approx. 9.1g
Lot 164
A GEM-SET AND ENAMEL DRESS RINGOf domed design, set with brilliant-cut diamonds and circular-cut emeralds within frosty rock crystal and blue enamel frame, to a plain gold hoop with flat bottom, mounted in 18K gold, maker's mark 'k', ring size M½Condition Report: Rock crystal: minor wear, in good conditionEmeralds: Refractive index tested, difficult to get an RI - managed to get an 1.58 after a few attempts, of bluish-green hue, very good saturation, well matched in colourDiamonds: bright and well matchedThe hoop was bought with flat bottom - a design to avoid the ring to turn.Stamped 750 for 18K goldNormal signs of wear, overall in good condition
Lot 179
A COLOURED SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND DRESS RINGThe cushion-shaped yellow sapphire weighing 4.07cts within a four-claw setting and between half-moon shaped diamond shoulders, mounted in 18K gold, diamonds approximately 0.80ct total, ring size LAccompanied with a report from GCS laboratory in London stating that the yellow sapphire is natural, of Sri Lankan origin with no indication of heating. Report number 57821446, dated March 31st 2022Condition Report: Yellow sapphire: of orangy-yellow hue, medium tone, good transparency, facets are smoothDiamonds: unable to assess colour due to yellow mount, estimated clarity VSStamped 750 for 18K gold with London hallmarks stamped inside hoopSuperficial signs of wear, overall in good condition
Lot 214
AN YELLOW BERYL AND DIAMOND DRESS RING, BY CHATILAThe central mixed-cut oval-shaped yellow beryl heliodor within a brilliant-cut diamond two-claw setting and between similarly-cut diamond shoulders, mounted in 18K gold, signed Chatila, ring size RWhen George Chatila founded his jewellery house in Beirut in 1860, he could not have foreseen his name would be synonymous with fine jewellery for the next one hundred and sixty odd years. After growing successfully in Lebanon for over a century, in 1983 the house moved to Switzerland. This moved marked the explosion of the brand in Europe and abroad, with two flagship boutiques opening in Bond Street, London, and Rue de Rhône, Geneva, within the decade.During this time, Chatila became known for its magnificent, coloured diamonds, pioneering the popularity they hold in the jewellery market today. Indeed, one of the few red diamonds to exist, ‘The Flame of Argyle’, was sold by them, solidifying their reputation as the purveyor of the finest diamonds, not least the 76-carat D flawless Archduke Joseph Diamond, which sold at auction in Geneva in 2012 for a record-breaking $21.5 million.Chatila is still a family-run business to this day, with the third and fourth generation of Chatilas in charge. No gemstone passes through their workshop without first undergoing the discerning eyes of Nicholas Chatila and his sons, Marwan, Edward, and Carlos. Although Geneva, London, and New York remain their primary locations, their jewellery is mostly designed in France and Italy. The boldness of their stones are offset by the delicate and intricate designs they are set in, creating a dazzling display on the person lucky enough to wear a piece.Condition Report: Of greenish-yellow hue, medium tone, good transparency, facets are smoothDiamonds: bright and well matchedNormal signs of wear, overall in good condition
Lot 221
A RUBY AND DIAMOND 'TOI ET MOI' DRESS RING, BY A. E. KÖCHERTOf crossover design, set with a pear-shaped ruby and a pear-shaped diamond, between tapered baguette-cut diamonds, mounted in 18K gold, principal diamond weighing approximately 0.90ct, remaining diamonds weighing approximately 0.50ct total, signed Köchert, with maker mark, ring size JThe House of Köchert actually begins with a man named Emanuel Pioté, a French goldsmith who opened a workshop in Vienna in 1814, where his deft skill quickly earned him a reputation among the city’s upper classes for quality work. In 1819, Heinrich Köchert, Pioté’s new brother-in-law, would join him in this venture as an associate. The reputation of the jewellers began to grow and in 1831 they were declared the personal jewellers of the Austrian Emperor, a position Köchert would hold until the dissolution of the empire in 1918. Pioté would retire in 1948, thus solidifying the house under Köchert’s name.Köchert was responsible for some of the most iconic pieces worn by Empress Elisabeth, or ‘Sisi’, herself a fashion icon of the age, including the diamond and pearl studded star-shaped hair ornaments that appear in her official 1865 portrait by Xaver Winterhalter now known as ‘Sisi Stars’. Köchert would continue to enjoy success throughout the 1800s by creating sumptuous pieces for European royalty, including overseeing the adding of pearls as part of the restoration of the Austro-Hungarian Imperial Crown. The outbreak of WWI would see this distinguished clientèle vanish, but the house survived by adapting with the times and embracing the Art Deco trends. Now in the hands of Erich and Wilfried Köchert, the painter Erwin Lang is taken on to design new jewellery for a new age. Lang’s stone rings quickly became popular and remain a staple of the brand to this day.Surviving both WWII and the rise of the Iron Curtain, Köchert would continue to innovate through collaboration, including with renowned architect Hans Hollein, who in 1986 released a collection with the jewellery house. Today, the sixth generation of Köchert’s are in command at house’s flagship boutique in Vienna and, if their history tells us anything, there they will be for a long, long while. Condition Report: Principal diamond: approx. 0.90 (approx. weight due to mount), estimated colour G/H, estimated clarity VSRemaining diamonds: approx. 0.50ct total, bright and well matchedRuby: Of purplish-red hue, medium tone, good saturation, good transparencySignature and maker's mark located inside hoop as well as 750 for 18K goldNormal signs of wear, overall in good conditionTotal gross weight approx. 5.2g
Lot 226
A MID-20TH CENTURY PEARL AND DIAMOND DRESS RINGThe central cultured pearl measuring approximately 8.41mm within a surround of old brilliant-cut diamonds and similarly-cut diamond shoulders, mounted in 18K gold, diamonds approximately 1.00ct total, French assay mark, ring size OCondition Report: Pearl: of cream tint, high lustre with pink and green overtones, minor blemishes visible under a bright light sourceDiamonds: approx. 1.00ct total, estimated colour I/J, estimated clarity VS-SIEagle's head mark for French 18K goldNormal signs of wear, overall in good conditionTotal gross weight approx. 5.9gPlease note that the pearl was verbally tested in March 2022 at GCS laboratory in London, it is found to be cultured, saltwater.
Lot 246
A SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND DRESS RINGThe oval-shaped sapphire weighing approximately 1.80ct within a four-claw setting and between trillion-cut diamond shoulders, mounted in 18K gold, diamonds approximately 0.60ct total, ring size NCondition Report: Sapphire: approx. 1.80ct, of blue hue, dark tone, good transparency, inclusions visible under 10x magnification and under a bright light sourceDiamonds: approx. 0.60ct total, estimated colour G/H, estimated clarity one VS, one SI1Stamped 750 for 18K goldMinor signs of wear, overall in good condition
Lot 33
AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY DIAMOND AND RUBY DRESS RING, CIRCA 1925The octagonal plaque centring an old pear and oval-shaped diamond, within a surround of old cushion and brilliant-cut diamonds, accented by a calibré-cut ruby frame, mounted in platinum, diamonds approximately 2.00cts total, French import mark, ring size L¼Condition Report: Principal diamonds: estimated colour I/J, estimated clarity one VS2/SI1 and one SI2Remaining diamonds: similar colour and clarity estimated SI1Rubies: of purplish-red hue, dark tone, overall well matchedFrench import mark for platinumNormal signs of wear
Lot 37
AN ART DECO DIAMOND DRESS RING, CIRCA 1940Of odeonesque design, the arched front section set with a principal European-cut diamond weighing approximately 1.00ct, accented with European, single and baguette-cut diamonds, mounted in platinum, remaining diamonds approximately 1.80ct total, ring size HCondition Report: Principal diamond: approx. 1.00ct, estimated colour H/I, estimated clarity SI1Remaining diamonds: approx. 1.80ct total, estimated colour VS/good SIWhite metal unmarked, tested by the jewellery department to be platinum 850Normal signs of wear, overall in good conditionTotal gross weight approx. 7.6g
Lot 70
From the private collection of a continental ladyA RUBY AND DIAMOND DRESS RING, BY CARLO ILLARIO FOR FASANOThe central cushion-shaped ruby within collet-setting, between calibré-cut ruby shoulders, between calibré-cut diamonds, mounted in 18K gold, diamonds approximately 2.50cts total, signed Fasano, Italian registry mark '26AL' for Carlo Illario, ring size Q½Born to a family of cotton manufacturers in Chieri in 1900, Mario Fasano’s undoubted eye for beauty would lead to him opening his first jewellery business, ‘Gioielleria Fasano’, in Turin in 1928. Throughout his work, Fasano adhered to the traditional practices of Parisian jewellers, and, while styles changed, the craftmanship that lay at the heart of their work was honoured by him throughout his life. He married Stella Piovano in 1932 and she was to be his life-long partner in every sense of the term. Together in 1935 they opened their first store in Piazza Castello, the heart of Turin’s lively social scene.As the white gems and platinum of the 1930s gave way to the bold colours and yellow gold of the 1940s and 50s, Fasano’s signature pheasant or ‘Fagiona’ brooch, the emblem of his maison, became a recognisable staple in the world of fine Italian jewellery. As the 50s progressed, Fasano’s and Stella’s attention moved more towards the selection of precious and unusual stones, favouring cabochon cuts and those less traditional cuts. When their son Dario Fasano joined the family business in the 1960s, the older generation drew on his experiences studying abroad to bring a fresher spin on their materials and techniques, such as lava stone and gold/bronze combinations.Fasano Jewellers closed operations in 2013, but their pieces still embody some of the best in mid-century jewellery.Condition Report: Central ruby: please note the weight to be very approximate due to collet setting, approx. 2.10cts, of purplish-red hue, good transparency, medium to dark tone, facets are smoothRemaining rubies: of purplish-red hue, medium to dark tone, good transparency, overall well matched in colourDiamonds: approx. 2.50cts total, unable to assess colour due to yellow mount, estimated clarity VSSignature and Italian assay mark located inside the hoop, 750 for 18K gold located inside hoopMinor signs of wear, overall in good conditionTotal gross weight approx. 8.6g* Please note that the ruby was verbally tested at GCS laboratory in London in February 2022. It was found to be natural, Thai origin with indications of heating with minor residue in healed fissures.
Lot 72
From the private collection of a continental ladyA MAGNIFICENT AQUAMARINE, SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND DRESS RING, BY CARLO ILLARIO FOR FASANO, CIRCA 1970The rectangular-cut aquamarine weighing 13.30cts within a double four-claw setting, between calibré-cut sapphire and brilliant-cut diamond shoulders, mounted in 18K gold, signed Fasano, partial Italian registry mark for Carlo Illario, with document, with maker’s case, ring size L½Illario’s workshop was able to confirm that this ring was a unique piece made in the 1970s for FasanoAccompanied by a document from a Instituti Analisi Gemmelogiche in Valenza (Italy) stating that the aquamarine is weighing 13.304cts and is natural. Report number VKX181091Born to a family of cotton manufacturers in Chieri in 1900, Mario Fasano’s undoubted eye for beauty would lead to him opening his first jewellery business, ‘Gioielleria Fasano’, in Turin in 1928. Throughout his work, Fasano adhered to the traditional practices of Parisian jewellers, and, while styles changed, the craftmanship that lay at the heart of their work was honoured by him throughout his life. He married Stella Piovano in 1932 and she was to be his life-long partner in every sense of the term. Together in 1935 they opened their first store in Piazza Castello, the heart of Turin’s lively social scene.As the white gems and platinum of the 1930s gave way to the bold colours and yellow gold of the 1940s and 50s, Fasano’s signature pheasant or ‘Fagiona’ brooch, the emblem of his maison, became a recognisable staple in the world of fine Italian jewellery. As the 50s progressed, Fasano’s and Stella’s attention moved more towards the selection of precious and unusual stones, favouring cabochon cuts and those less traditional cuts. When their son Dario Fasano joined the family business in the 1960s, the older generation drew on his experiences studying abroad to bring a fresher spin on their materials and techniques, such as lava stone and gold/bronze combinations.Fasano Jewellers closed operations in 2013, but their pieces still embody some of the best in mid-century jewellery.Condition Report: Aquamarine: of blue hue, medium tone, good transparency, facets are smoothSapphires: of blue hue, medium tone, good transparency, overall well matched in colourDiamonds: unable to assess colour due to yellow mount, estimated clarity VSItalian assay mark for Illario.Minor signs of wear, overall in good conditionTotal gross weight approx. 13.8g
Lot 76
From the private collection of a continental ladyA DIAMOND AND STEEL DRESS RINGThe central trillion-cut diamond within collet-setting between baguette and tapered baguette-cut diamond, mounted in 18K gold and steel, ring size L½Condition Report: Central diamond: measurements (approx. due to collet setting): 13.18x7.98x3.26mm, estimated colour (approximate due to yellow mount) H/I, estimated clarity SI1-VS2 (due to two minor colourless needles)Remaining diamonds: approx. 0.90ct total, similar colour and clarity than main stoneUnmarked, unsignedNormal signs of wear, overall in good conditionTotal gross weight approx. 8.2g
Lot 84
From the private collection of a continental ladyAN EMERALD AND DIAMOND DRESS RING, BY VAN CLEEF & ARPELSOf stylised buckle design, the frontispiece set with a central row of graduated calibré-cut emeralds between borders of brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in 18K gold, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered, with maker's mark 'Sté E' for Successeurs d'Ehret, French assay mark, ring size L½Successor to Robert Ehret in 1969, they are located 49 rue Saint Roch in the 1st district of Paris and have worked for Van Cleef & Arpels, Sterlé, M. Gérard or Boivin amongst many others.Condition Report: Emeralds: of bluish-green hue, good transparency, a couple show obvious natural inclusions with the naked eye, medium tone with good saturation overall, one small emerald has a minor chip visible under 10x magnificationDiamonds: unable to assess colour due to yellow mount, overall bright and well matchedSignature and 750 located under the gallery, numbered M36895With maker's mark 'Sté E' for Successeurs d'Ehret, Successor to Robert Ehret in 1969, they are located 49 rue Saint Roch in the 1st district of Paris and have worked for Van Cleef & Arpels, Sterlé, M. Gérard or Boivin amongst many others.Minor to normal wear - overall in good conditionTotal gross weight approx. 10g
Lot 86
From the private collection of a continental ladyA SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND DRESS RING, BY VAN CLEEF & ARPELSThe cushion-shaped sapphire weighing approximately 3.80cts within a double four-claw setting, between calibré-cut sapphire and brilliant-cut diamond shoulders, mounted in 18K gold, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered, with maker's mark 'Sté E' for Successeurs d'Ehret, French assay mark, ring size L½Successor to Robert Ehret in 1969, they are located 49 rue Saint Roch in the 1st district of Paris and have worked for Van Cleef & Arpels, Sterlé, M. Gérard or Boivin amongst many others.Condition Report: Sapphire: of royal blue hue, medium to dark tone, good transparency, facets are smoothRemaining sapphires: medium to dark tone, overall well matched in colour, facets are smoothDiamonds: approx. 0.60ct total, unable to assess colour due to yellow mount, estimated clarity VSSignature, 750 and number (M36684) located beneath the galleryMaker's mark: horizontal lozenge with 'Sté (snowflake) E' for Successeurs d'Ehret & eagle's head for French 18K gold - both located on the outside of the hoopMinor/Normal signs of wear, overall in good condition* Please note that the sapphire was verbally tested by GCS laboratory in London in February 2022 and was found to be natural, Madagascar origin with indications of heating.Total gross weight approx. 9.3g.
Lot 88
From the private collection of a continental ladyA RUBY AND DIAMOND DRESS RINGThe oval-shaped ruby weighing approximately 2.30cts within collet-setting, to a stylised dome gallery set with half-moon and fan-shaped rubies accented with brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in 18K gold, diamonds approximately 1.40ct total, maker's mark 'Sté HV' for Abysse Hamard-Vitau, French assay mark, ring size LAbysse Hamard-Vitau was registered in 1982, located 62, rue Lafayette in the 9th district of Paris. They have worked for Van Cleef & Arpels, Mellerio and Fred amongst others.Condition Report: Ruby: Of purplish-red hue, medium tone, good transparency, facets are smoothRamaining rubies: of purplish-red hue, medium to dark tone, good transparency, overall well matched in colourDiamonds: approx. 1.40ct total, unable to assess colour due to yellow mount, estimated clarity VSEagle's head for French 18K gold located on the outside hoop with the maker's mark: horizontal lozenge with 'Sté H (diamond) V)Normal to minor signs of wear, overall in good conditionTotal gross weight approx. 11.30g.* Please note that the ruby was verbally tested at GCS laboratory in London in February 2022 and was found to be natural, of Thai origin, with indications of heat treatment with minor residue in healed fissures.
Lot 88A
From the private collection of a continental ladyA RUBY AND DIAMOND DRESS RING, BY CARLO ILLARIOThe central cushion-shaped ruby within a calibré-cut ruby surround and between baguette and tapered baguette-cut diamond shoulders with gold reeded detailing, mounted in 18K gold, diamonds approximately 0.50ct total, Italian registry mark '26AL' for Carlo Illario, ring size M½Brothers Carlo, Vincenzo and Luigi Illario were a family of goldsmiths from Valenza. They established a jewellery firm in 1920, with each brother taking on their own position. Carlo, who was trained in Paris, headed the production, Vincenzo was a stone setter who also selected the precious gems, and Luigi was head of administration.The brothers worked under their own name, as well as for bigger firms, and were involved with several different jewellery companies. Some of the most renowned goldsmiths in Valenza practised in their workshop, guaranteeing that each product was crafted with exceptional quality.The company brand from 1935 had been 26AL and the business name was under Carlo Illario e Filli. Traditionally, ownership was handed down from father to son and, in 1953, even Luigi's sons, Giovanni and Vittorio, became a part of the family business. From the end of the 1900s, Vittorio and his sons, Pier Luigi and Edoardo, carried on as owners of the company with the 'Illario 1920' logo.In 1996, Giovanni Illario, along with his sons Carlo and Gian Luca, agreed with Vittorio and his sons to set up a new company that would allow them to be more active in the foreign market. This led to a split in Societa Carlo Illario and to the creation of the new Societa Carlo Luca della Quercia which pursues the traditions and spirit of the original company.Their skilled craftsmanship, reputation of excellence and use of innovative goldsmith techniques caught the attention of well-established retailers. Throughout the 20th century, Casa Illario created unique pieces of haute joaillerie for the most famous Italian maisons: Bvlgari, Cusi, Faraone, Fasano, Fecarotta, Settepassi, Ventrella and others. The company's partnership with Bvlgariwas particularly long standing, running from the 1950s through until the 1970s.In this time, Illario made many pieces for Bvlgari, including the now iconic Serpenti watch bracelet. Elizabeth Taylor was a consistent patron, whose personal style and love of dramatic jewels found its home in Illario's creations.Alongside manufacturing for other brands, Illario produced a vibrant assortment of jewellery under their own name. They were known for their fine gemstones and unusual materials, such as polychrome enamel, tortoiseshell and mother of pearl. Striving to stand out, Illario used new techniques in its pieces, such as black rhodium plating to create a contrasted look. The quality of the craftsmanship is clear in all jewels that bear the Illario name, making them highly desirable.Condition Report: Ruby: of purplish-red hue, medium to dark tone, good transparencyCalibré-cut rubies: of medium to dark tone, overall well matched in colourDiamonds: unable to assess colour due to yellow mount, estimated clarity VSNormal signs of wear, overall in good conditionTotal gross weight approx. 14.2g
Lot 2524
An Edwardian 9ct yellow gold, opal and emerald dress ring, featuring a centre round opal cabochon flanked on either side by a trefoil of round faceted emeralds, in a boat shaped head with scrollwork shoulders, opal dimensions approx 3 x 1.9mm, weight estimated as 0.09 carats, emerald dimensions each approx 1.75 x 1mm, total weight estimated as 0.06 vcarats, size L½, gross weight 1.5g, hallmarked 9ct, Chester 1909, sponsor CLAll of the emeralds are chipped.
Lot 2588
A 9ct yellow gold, aquamarine and diamond dress ring, comprising a marquise shaped aquamarine with scalloped sides flanked on either side by a round brilliant cut diamond, with bifurcated shoulders, aquamarine dimensions approx 15.8 x 7.71 x 3.8mm, weight estimated as 2.30 carats, diamond diameters each approx 2.35mm, total weight estimated as 0.08 carats, assessed mounted collectively colour I to J and clarity SI2 to I1, size Q½, gross weight 3.1g, hallmarked 9ct, Birmingham 1982, sponsor JWCAquamarine has minor abrasions.
Lot 2589
A 9ct yellow gold five-row multistone dress ring, featuring two rows of 12 melee cut diamonds alternating with a row of amethysts, sapphires and tanzanites, with bifurcated shoulders, the seven amethysts each approx 2.6 x 1.65mm, total weight estimated as 0.42 carats, the seven sapphires each approx 2.6 x 1.65mm, total weight estimated as 0.63 carats, the seven tanzanites each approx 2.6 x 2mm, total weight estimated as 0.42 carats, diamonds each approx 1.25mm, total weight estimated as 0.14 carats, size Q½, gross weight 4.5g, hallmarked 9ct, Birmingham 2004, sponsor QVC
Lot 2592
Two 9ct yellow gold dress rings, being a ruby and diamond chequerboard style square cluster ring, featuring four rows of four round rubies alternating with three rows of three round brilliant cut diamonds, ruby dimensions each approx 2.55 x 1.61mm, total weight estimated as 1.28 carats, diamond diameters each approx 1.5mm, total weight estimated as 0.09 carats, size Q½, gross weight 3.1g, hallmarked 9ct, Birmingham 2004, sponsor QVC; and a tanzanite and diamond three-row half hoop eternity ring, featuring two rows of seven round tanzanites with six melee cut diamonds in between, tanzanite dimensions each approx 3 x 1.71mm, total weight estimated as 1.40 carats, diamond diameters each approx 1.15mm, total weight estimated as 0.03 carats, size R, gross weight 2.6g, hallmarked 9ct, Birmingham 2004, sponsor QVC (2)
Lot 2593
Two rings, being an 18ct yellow gold full hoop eternity ting channel set with twenty-three 2.7mm round cubic zirconias, total weight estimated as 3.45 carats, size R, gross weight 4.1g, hallmarked 18ct, Birmingham 2004, sponsor QVC; the other being a 9ct yellow and white gold dress ring, having five diagonal bands set with a total of 32 cubic zirconia (one deficient), total weight estimated as 1.60 carats, size R½, gross weight 4.3g, partial hallmark for 9ct, Sheffield
Lot 2604
A yellow metal, garnet and diamond dress ring, featuring a central cushion cut garnet within an Old European cut diamond to either side, all in bezel settings with scroll and beadwork detail, garnet dimensions approx 7.25 x 6.75 x 3.1mm, weight estimated as 1.23 carats, diamond dimensions each approx 3 x 1.55mm, total weight estimated as 0.18 carats, assessed mounted collectively colour H to I and clarity SI1 to SI2, size L, gross weight 3.4g, stamped and tested as 18ctOne diamond is chipped.The garnet has abraded facets.
Lot 2631
Five assorted rings, being a 14ct yellow gold cubic zirconia ring, having a round pink cubic zirconia in a four-claw setting, zirconia dimensions approx 6.95 x 6.99 x 4.4mm, weight estimated as 2.55 carats, size R, gross weight 2.9g, hallmarked 14ct, Birmingham 2005, sponsor QVC; a 9ct yellow gold, orange topaz and citrine ring, the cushion cut topaz measuring approx 7.75 x 7.71 x 5mm, weight estimated as 2.62 carats, with six round citrine set in either shoulder, each approx 2 x 1.45mm, total weight estimated as 0.36 carats, size R, gross weight 2.8g, hallmarked 9ct, Birmingham 2007, sponsor QVC; a 9ct yellow gold citrine dress ring, having four octagonal citrines in bezel settings, citrine dimensions approx 4.2 x 4.45 x 2.8mm, total weight estimated as 1.36 carats, size R, gross weight 2.5g, hallmarked 9ct, Sheffield import 1998; a yellow metal turquoise ring, having an offset square turquoise in a bezel setting, turquoise dimensions approx 5.05 x 5.2 x 1.85mm, weight estimated as 0.32 carats, size R½, gross weight 3.5g, stamped and tested as 14ct; and a white metal moonstone ring, having three oval moonstone cabochons in bezel settings, dimensions each approx 5.9 x 4.05 x 3.05mm, total weight estimated as 1.44 carats, size Q, gross weight 5.7g, stamped and tested as sterling silver (5)
Lot 2653
A yellow metal treated opal and diamond dress ring, the opal measuring approx 22 x 11.1 x 3.7mm, weight estimated as 4.69 carats, diamond diameters each approx 1.2mm, total weight estimated as 0.04 carats, size O½, gross weight 6.8g, stamped and tested as 18ctThe opal appears to have been treated - possibly with sugar to enhance the dark body colour. This would need to be confirmed by a gem testing laboratory.
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