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Click here to subscribeTwo gem-set ringsdiamond and emerald three stone ring, round brilliant cut emerald in-between two round brilliant cut diamonds, claw set to a plain 18ct gold shank, stamped '750' with hallmarks together with three stone diamond ring, three circular mix-cut diamonds, claw set to a plain shank, stamped to ring re-sizer 9ct (2)ring sizes M & Q, total approx weight of 18ct gold 3.6g, total approx weight of diamond ring 2.3gCondition:
ROYALTY - EDWARD VIIIThe visitors' books of Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson covering thirty-five years including his time as Prince of Wales, King, and Duke of Windsor, and featuring their signatures as such ('Wallis W. Simpson' and 'E.P.'; 'Edward RI', 12 November 1936; 'Edward - Duke of Windsor' and 'Wallis - Duchess of Windsor', 4 June 1937); including also such guests as: equerry Ulick Alexander, adviser Walter Monckton and solicitor Albert George Allen during the heat of the abdication crisis on 3 and 4 December 1936; Winston Churchill, 10 September 1948 in Cap d'Antibes; Anthony Eden; Esmond Harmsworth who had suggested to Wallis the idea of a morganatic marriage; Ricardo Espírito Santo, at Cascais where he hosted the Duke and Duchess, July 1940; Prince George (Duke of Kent) and Princess Marina; Dickie and Edwina Mountbatten; Alan 'Tommy' Lascelles; Dukes of Buccleuch, Sutherland and Marlborough (all at Balmoral); the Earl and Countess of Portarlington; Duff and Diana Cooper; NBC's Fred Bate and wife Genevieve; Jack Warner; US Embassy Secretary Walter T. Prendergast and Air Attaché Martin Scanlon; Maud 'Emerald' Cunard; Sibyl Colefax; Constance Spry; head of the Foreign Office Robert Vansittart; Eugène and Kitty de Rothschild; Randolph Churchill; Peregrine and Katherine Brownlow; Ghislaine de Polignac; Prince Dmitri Alexandrovich Romanov and wife Sheila; James Pope-Hennessy; Harold, Lord Tennyson; and many others, a few pages of the first volume lightly waterstained, 2 crushed red morocco albums by Smythson ('Stationery for Town or Country House', title leaf), upper cover of the first volume gilt lettered 'The Fort', g.e., oblong 4to (195 x 250mm.), Fort Belvedere (Windsor), Antibes, Balmoral, Sandringham, H.M. Yacht Victoria and Albert, Cascais, Bahamas, Gif-sur-Yvette, and elsewhere, 1 January 1935 to 7 March 1970Footnotes:'A CURIOUS CATALOGUE OF EXILE': The remarkable visitors' books that accompanied the Duke and Duchess of Windsor throughout their travels and travails. On 14 January 1935, Mrs Simpson wrote from Fort Belvedere to her aunt in Washington that she had given the Prince for Christmas 'two red leather books for here, one for the card accounts and one a guest book' (Wallis & Edward, Letters 1931-1937, 1986). During the next two years all who stayed at the Fort signed, giving a comprehensive picture of their social circle.In January 1936 the Prince succeeded to the throne as King Edward VIII. His guests during the eleven months of his reign signed the book, including those who accompanied him on the Nahlin cruise in August, and those who stayed at Balmoral in September. Towards the end of the year, signers include those who came to see him in connection with the Abdication crisis - Walter Monckton, George Allen, Esmond Harmsworth, and others.When Edward left England after abdicating, 'Among the few personal items he took with him was the visitors book he had started with Mrs Simpson in 1935. The Fort was tooled on its cover, and it would lie on the hall tables of all the many houses they were to live in. It is a curious catalogue of exile. Under little strips of gummed letterhead, visitors signed at Schloss Enzesfeld, Candé (where all their wedding guests signed), Wasserleonburg where they spent their honeymoon, their rented house at Versailles, their rented villa at Cap d'Antibes, their rented hôtel particulier in the Boulevard Suchet, the house in Portugal where they spent anxious weeks in the summer of 1940, Government House, Nassau... until it finally came to rest in the 1950s in the Moulin de la Tuilerie at Gif, their country house near Paris. For it never came home' (Michael Bloch, The Secret File of the Duke of Windsor, 1988, p.98).Particularly poignant are the changing forms of Edward and Wallis' monograms pasted at various points: Edward's Prince of Wales crest; the Art Deco 'E.R.I. VIII' as King; a sole, angular E within a hexagon with ducal coronet; and finally the interlocked W and E also with ducal coronet. The albums also cover the Windsors' wartime period in the Bahamas, their post-war trip to the UK, and the reigniting of their friendship with Churchill.The original album given to the Duke by his future wife was completed in 1958 and another near-identical volume was ordered from Smythson. It was signed by all the subsequent guests at Gif until the Duke's declining health prevented them from receiving further visitors there. The final entry is dated 7 March 1970, two years and two months before the ex-King's death.Provenance: The Duke (1894-1972) and Duchess (1896-1986) of Windsor; presented by Maître Suzanne Blum, the Duchess of Windsor's French lawyer and executrix, to the present owner who had provided important assistance in the administration of the Duchess's estate.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: •• Zero rated for VAT, no VAT will be added to the Hammer Price or the Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A yellow and white metal, emerald and diamond rectangular cluster ring, featuring a centre octagonal cut emerald within a border of ten Old European cut diamonds, all in grain settings, emerald dimensions approx 4.1 x 3.25 x 2.39mm, weight estimated as 0.24 carats, diamond dimensions between approx 1.55 x 1.1mm and 1.8 x 1.31mm, total weight estimated as 0.14 carats, assessed mounted collectively colour J to K and clarity SI1 to SI2, size L½, gross weight 1.7g, stamped and tested as 18ctEmerald slightly chipped on edge.
An 18ct yellow and white gold, emerald and diamond pear shaped cluster ring, having a pear cut emerald within a border of sixteen round brilliant cut diamonds, all in bezel settings with bifurcated shoulders, emerald dimensions approx 5.39 x 4.1 x 3.15mm, weight estimated as 0.37 carats, diamond diameters each approx 1.15mm, total weight estimated as 0.08 carats, size L, gross weight 4.6g, hallmarked 18ct, London 1987, sponsor SO
A pair of 18ct yellow gold emerald and diamond circular cluster earrings, each featuring a centre round emerald within a border of eight round brilliant cut diamonds, all in grain and bezel settings, with posts and no scroll backs, emerald dimensions each approx 3.65 x 3mm, total weight estimated as 0.44 carats, diamond diameters each approx 1.7mm, total weight estimated as 0.16 carats, gross weight 1.5g, hallmarked 18ct, London 1985, sponsor worn
A yellow metal Art Deco style emerald and diamond panel ring, featuring a centre marquise cut emerald with four rose cut diamond points and four rectangular emeralds in compass points, marquise emerald dimensions approx 9.95 x 5.1 x 3.5mm, weight estimated as 0.87 carats, rectangular emerald dimensions between approx 2.55 x 3 x 2.35mm and 3.3 x 2.8 x 2.7mm, total weight estimated as 0.57 carats, rose cut diamond dimensions approx 2.25 x 2.35 x 0.6mm, total weight estimated as 0.04 carats, size O, gross weight 3.2g, not marked but tested as approx 15ct Two diamonds are fractured.Centre and two outer emeralds chipped and cracked.
A yellow metal, emerald and diamond ring, comprising a centre rectangular cut emerald with a trefoil of Old European cut diamonds to either side, all in millegrain settings, emerald dimensions approx 5.3 x 3.7 x 2.05mm, weight estimated as 0.31 carats, diamond dimensions each approx 2.5 x 1.8mm, total weight estimated as 0.42 carats, assessed mounted collectively colour I to J and clarity SI1 to I1, size P½, gross weight 3.1g, stamped and tested as 18ctEmerald is chipped.
An 18ct yellow and white gold, emerald and diamond circular cluster ring, featuring a centre round emerald within a halo of eight round brilliant cut diamonds, all in bezel settings, emerald dimensions approx 5.7 x 3.6mm, weight estimated as 0.66 carats, diamond diameters each approx 2.3mm, total weight estimated as 0.32 carats, assessed mounted collectively colour H to I and clarity SI2 to I1, size O, gross weight 4.2g, partial hallmark for 18ct, London
An 18ct white gold, emerald and diamond oval cluster ring, featuring a centre oval emerald within a border of twelve round brilliant cut diamonds, with four brilliant cut diamonds in each shoulder, emerald dimensions approx 5.9 x 4 x 2.55mm, weight estimated as 0.39 carats, diamond diameters between approx 1.35 and 1.5mm, total weight estimated as 0.18 carats, assessed mounted collectively colour H to I and clarity SI1 to SI2, size M, gross weight 3.8g, hallmarked 18ct, Edinburgh, sponsor DC
A pair of 18ct white gold, emerald and diamond octagonal cluster earrings, each featuring a centre oval emerald within a border of eight single cut diamonds in grain settings and an outer border of eighteen tapered baguette cut emeralds in calibre settings, with post and scroll settings, oval emerald dimensions 3.25 x 2.4 x 1.85mm, baguette cut emeralds dimensions approx 1.8 x 1.9 x 1.4mm, total emerald weight estimated as 1.26 carats, diamond diameters each approx 1mm, total weight estimated as 0.04 carats, gross weight 2.9g, hallmarked 18ct, Birmingham, sponsor LA
A late Victorian yellow metal fleur de lis tie-pin, set with two small rubies and a green stone, unmarked but tests as approx 14ct gold; together with a yellow metal tie-pin set with a cabochon emerald, tests as approx 14ct gold, gross weight 3.8g; and two other yellow metal tie-pins, one as a seed pearl and garnet set flower head, the other as a single seed pearl flanked to either side with twin amethysts, both test as approx 9ct, 1.6g (4)
A gem-set enamelled gold navratna armband (bazuband) North India, 18th/ 19th Centurycomprising a central element in the form of a rosette, set with gems including diamond, blue sapphire, rubies, coral (corallium rubrum), cat's eye chrysoberyl and pearl, the reverse decorated in polychrome enamel with floral motifs, with four-stringed chain and hook clasp the central element 5.1 cm. wide; 39.3 g.Footnotes:A navratna is composed of nine gems that represent the nine cosmic influences from the Hindu system of astrology. In a typical navaratna setting, each of the gems represent the following: ruby at the centre as the sun, surrounded by diamond as Venus, pearl as the moon, red coral as Mars, hessonite as Ragu (the ascending lunar node), sapphire as Saturn, cat's eye as Ketu (the descending lunar node), yellow sapphire as Jupiter and emerald as Mercury.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A gem-set enamelled-gold navratna armband (bazuband) with 19th century European bracelet North India, 18th/ 19th Centurycomprising a central square element set with gems including ruby, sapphire, coral (corallium rubrum), half pearl and cat's eye chrysoberyl on a ground of green enamel with foliate designs, flanked by two openwork foliate elements set with emerald, ruby and diamond, the reverse and sides decorated in polychrome enamel with floral and foliate motifs the central square element 4.1 x 3.9 cm.; 67.5 g. total weightFootnotes:A navratna is composed of nine gems that represent the nine cosmic influences from the Hindu system of astrology. In a typical navaratna setting, each of the gems represent the following: ruby at the centre as the sun, surrounded by diamond as Venus, pearl as the moon, red coral as Mars, hessonite as Ragu (the ascending lunar node), sapphire as Saturn, cat's eye as Ketu (the descending lunar node), yellow sapphire as Jupiter and emerald as Mercury.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A COLLECTION OF UNOFFICIAL BRASS SHIP'S BADGESComprising 13 brass badges for H.M. Ships: Albion (Battleship,1901); Apollo (Cruiser, 1892); Bellona (Cruiser, 1910); Emerald (Yacht, 1903); Leonidas (Destroyer, 1914); Lively (Destroyer, 1902); Lysander (Destroyer, 1913); Marksman, a pair (Destroyer [Flotilla Leader Jutland], 1915); Opportune (Destroyer, 1916); Orcadia (Destroyer, 1916); Tiger (Battlecruiser, 1914); and Wallace (Destroyer, 1917), the largest -- 7½in. (19cm.) wideMixed condition. Some painted.
An 18ct Gold, Emerald and Opal Brooch with detachable pendant which can be worn as a necklace with fine chased decoration in the Victorian style, Birmingham import marks, central stone 6.5x4mm, 52x104.5mm overall size, brooch 52x45mm, pendant 61x22mm, 34.56g. Presented in a Michael Spiers box
THREE GEM SET RINGS, the first a sapphire and diamond half eternity ring, hallmarked 9ct London, ring size N 1/2, an emerald and diamond cross over ring (two diamonds missing), hallmarked 9ct Birmingham, ring size N, together with an illusion set single cut diamond ring, textured shoulders leading on to a polished band, hallmarked 9ct Birmingham, ring size L 1/2, approximate gross weight 7.4 grams (condition report: general light wear, one ring requires some attention)
THREE GEM SET RINGS, the first a five stone diamond boat ring, prong set in yellow metal, unmarked, ring size O 1/2, approximate gross weight 2.5 grams, sapphire and diamonds set in white metal with milgrain detail, leading on to a polished yellow metal shank, stamps rubbed, ring size J 1/2, approximate gross weight 2.3 grams, together with an emerald and diamond ring, yellow metal shank stamped 18ct, ring size S, approximate gross weight 2.4 grams (condition report: general moderate wear, second ring, shank thinning, third ring missing one diamond and one emerald)
TWO PAIRS OF GEM SET EARRINGS, the first a pair of 9ct gold ruby and diamond cluster stud earrings, hallmarked 9ct Birmingham, approximate gross weight 1.6 grams, together with a pair of emerald and diamond yellow metal stud earrings, unmarked, approximate gross weight 3.7 grams, (condition report: general moderate wear, all stones currently intact, overall condition good)
AN 18CT GOLD EMERALD AND DIAMOND RING, designed as three claw set, oval cut emeralds, heavily included, each surround by small round brilliant cut diamonds, leading on to a polished band, stamped 18K, hallmarked 18ct Sheffield import, ring size P, approximate gross weight 4.0 grams (condition report: general light wear, stones secure, would benefit from a gentle clean and polish, overall condition good)
TWO 9CT GOLD GEM SET RINGS, the first an oval cluster, set with an oval cut aquamarine, eight claw set to a surround of illusion set single cut diamonds, white metal mount leading on to a pinched shoulder and polished yellow gold band, hallmarked 9ct Birmingham, ring size L, the second a cross over three stone ring, set with a central oval cut emerald, flanked with two roung brilliant cut diamonds, estimated total diamond weight 0.30cts, hallmarked 9ct Birmingham, ring size N 1/2, approximate gross weight 5.8 grams (condition report: general light wear, would benefit from a gentle clean and polish, overall condition good)
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