A silver figural ring by Mosheh Oved, circa 1940, the angular design modelled as a lamb, with smooth coat, its head downcast, with gold bead eyes, unmarked, ring size M½. £800-£1,200 --- The Polish-Jewish immigrant, Mosheh Oved (1885-1958), also known by his anglicised name Edward Good, was a charismatic and talented jeweller, sculptor, poet and writer. He came to London around 1902 and trained as a watch maker. Initially based in Fetter Lane, Holborn, he later moved to 1, New Oxford Street. In 1938 he become the owner of a celebrated Bloomsbury antique shop called Cameo Corner, in Museum Street, near the British Museum. By now, a world expert on cameos and a highly original jeweller, Oved was an eccentric character, often seen dressed in long flowing purple velvet robes, entertaining his customers (which included Queen Mary) with stories and anecdotes. According to one story, whilst sheltering in the basement of Cameo Corner during the Blitz, Oved first began modelling his animal rings to steady his trembling hands. His first ring was a lamb, perhaps a symbol of the ultimate sacrificial lamb, made from the silver of Oved’s own cufflinks, after he learnt that a client’s son had been killed in action. Oved went on to make numerous anthropomorphic rings, mostly in silver, but some in gold, modelled as charming animals and birds and often displaying human characteristics. Condition Report General surface wear throughout. and tarnish evident around tail and neck/ears. Gross weight 21.7gm.
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An 18ct gold vari gem-set ring by Kutchinsky, an aquamarine dress ring and an opal cluster ring, the lozenge-shape diamond, ruby and emerald set ring with maker’s mark and London hallmark for 1981, together with an aquamarine dress ring and an opal and sapphire cluster ring, total diamond weight approximately 0.35 carat, ring sizes P - P½. £600-£800 --- Condition Report All three rings with general light surface wear commensurate with age and use. First: The aquamarine dimensions. .20 x 12.5 x approx 8.5mm. Some nibbles to the girdle edge. Even mid blue colour saturation with good transparency. Weight 4,8gm. Second: One emerald chipped. The diamonds bright and lively. Weight 7.1gm. Third: opal with surface wear, and cloudy to the edges of the stone. Weight 4.2gm.
A small collection of jewellery, comprising a white gold and rectangular-cut sapphire line bracelet (one sapphire deficient), the clasp with French assay mark, a marquise-cut emerald and brilliant-cut diamond bracelet (two emeralds deficient), stamped ‘750’, a three row cultured pearl bracelet with circular-cut sapphire and brilliant-cut diamond flowerhead clasp, together with a 9ct gold gem-set brooch/clasp, first length 18cm. (4) £400-£600 --- Condition Report Viewing advised. Stones untested for natural/synthetic origin. Gross weight 85.6gm
A torque necklace, bangle and earrings suite, the torque necklace of plain slender design, the two hinged bangles of conforming design, the first plain polished, the second channel-set to the front with baguette-cut diamonds and with a pair of matching diamond set hoop earrings, all stamped ‘750’, the collar also stamped ‘ITALY’, total diamond weight approximately 1.70 carats, inner bangle dimensions 6 x 5cm. (4) £1,200-£1,500 --- Condition Report All with general light surface wear commensurate with use. The diamonds bright. Gross weight approximately 54.6gm.
Two early 19th century silver gilt vinaigrettes, the first engine-turned and engraved with black letter initials ‘M A P’, by Thomas Pemberton, Birmingham 1824, the second also engine-turned, the lid with cast border of scallops and ‘C’ scrolls; Birmingham, marks rubbed, maker possibly ‘E J’ , lengths 27mm and 32.5mm. (2) £100-£150 --- Condition Report Marks to bodies and lids of both boxes poorly struck / rubbed. Both tarnished. Weights: first 14.1gm, secomd 16.7gm.
An Indian portrait miniature, circa 1860, depicting Mumtaz Mahal, later mounted by Marcus & Co., the glazed oval portrait, watercolour on ivory, depicting the Empress in half profile, adorned in fine clothes and elaborate jewels, set against a red draped curtain, the portrait later gold mounted and within a frame of scrolling decoration highlighted in white enamel, with half pearl detail, the reverse stamped ‘MARCUS & CO.’, on hinged pendant fitting, length (excluding pendant fitting) 6cm. £1,200-£1,500 Please refer to Jewellery Department for Ivory Licence No. --- MumtÄz Mahal 1593-1631) was born Arjumand Banu Begum, in Agra, Northern India, the daughter of a noble Persian family, her father Abu’l-Hasan Asaf Kahan held high office in the Mughal Empire, and her aunt Empress Nur JahÄn, was the chief wife of Emperor Jahangir. MumtÄz was betrothed at the age of 15 to Shah JahÄn, the young Prince Khurram, becoming his second wife five years later in 1612. They had a loving marriage, with Mumtaz being the beloved favourite of his three wives. She was his constant companion and confidant. She was reputed to be talented and cultured, well versed in Arabic and Persian languages, and of a modest disposition. Contemporary poets extolled her beauty, grace and compassion. Upon his accession to the throne in 1628, Shah Jahan designated Mumtaz as his chief Empress with the title of Padshah Begum '(First Lady or Queen of the Great)’, also bestowing upon her the exceptional right to the imperial seal Muhr Uzaz. In their 19 years of marriage, they had 14 children together. MumtÄz tragically died during the birth of her 14th child in 1631. After her death the Emperor was reportedly inconsolable, going into secluded mourning for a year. Chroniclers recorded that he did not wear bright clothing, jewellery or perfume for more than two years. Very slowly he returned to public life, his hair now white, his back bent from grief. In the same year as MumtÄz’s death, he commissioned the building of the great Taj Mahal, as a magnificent mausoleum to his wife, a mission of love that would take 17 years to build and most of the Emperor’s wealth. The English poet Sir Edwin Arnold described the Taj Mahal as "Not a piece of architecture, as other buildings are, but the proud passion of an emperor's love wrought in living stones”. * * * As with other Mughal royal ladies, no contemporary likenesses are known but imagined portraits were created from the 19th century onwards. See: Miniature painting, watercolour on ivory, titled Portrait of a lady, Delhi, Ca 1860. Bibliographic Reference: Mildred Archer: Company Paintings Indian Paintings of the British period, Victoria and Albert Museum, Indian Series, Maplin Publishing 1992, p 221. * * * The New York jewellers Marcus & Co. were founded in 1892, famous for their enamel work, skills originating from their founder Hermann Marcus from Dresden, who had worked with Court Jewellers Ellemeyers prior to emigrating to New York in the 1850s. Today Marcus & Co. are considered one of the outstanding early 20th century American jewellers. Condition Report Some areas of wear and spotting to the white enamel border. Scratched retailer’s stock number to the reverse, below pin hinge. Overall very good condition. Gross weight 31.1gm.
A small collection of gem-set jewellery, comprising an insect brooch set with a nephrite abdomen, cultured pearl head and ruby eyes, stamped ‘14K’, a Mikimoto cultured pearl spray brooch (pin deficient), a sapphire and diamond set brooch and a pair of interchangeable ‘maraca’ ear pendants, stamped ‘K18 ITALY’, total diamond weight approximately 0.50 carat, first length 35mm. £400-£600 --- Condition Report General light wear throughout. Mikimoto brooch pin deficient. The ‘maraca’ ear pendants interchangeable with post fittings (not included). Viewing is advised on group lots 27.7gm.
Two 19th century gold mounted carnelian fob seals on chain, the larger panel engraved with a coat of arms, the second smaller fob with leaf seal engraving, to a gold ropetwist chain stamped ‘9CT’, first length 27mm. £300-£500 --- According to a PMI test on an XRF Analyzer, the larger fob mount is testing as 11ct gold, and the smaller fob mount is testing as 18ct gold. Condition Report Gross weight 23.7gm.
Three pairs of earrings, comprising a pair of briolette-cut citrine drops within a wire-work frame, the fittings indistinctly stamped ‘9’, a pair of amethyst ear pendants with foliate decoration and a pair of synthetic colour change sapphire earrings with fluted surmounts, first pair length 35mm. £300-£400 --- Condition Report Gross weight 24.35gm.
An extensive collection of GB Stamps, first day covers and other Royal Mail unfranked stamps. Post Office first day covers to include 8 albums in number between 1984 - 2006 (inclusive). Unfranked Stamps to include The Royal Mail, British Council, Insects, Famous Trains, British Composers, Safety At Sea, Arthurian Legend, British Films, Halley's Comet, Species at Risk, Sport & Royal Air Force. In addition, Golden Jubilee 50th Edition. London 2012 Olympic Games (Multiples) NO's 1-29 (inclusive). £200+face value.
An extensive collection of GB Stamps Year Books by Royal Mail (x 6 volumes) consisting of Royal Mail Special Stamps booklets / book issue no's 5, 11, 14, 23, 25 & 26, All stamps, miniature sheets (where applicable) within. Along with an extensive collection of 6 albums of first day covers and other franked stamps. Face value £30.00.
A collection of vintage 20th century commemorative UK currency coins. To include 'Britain's First Decimal Coins' pack x 2, Coinage of Great Britain and Northern Ireland 1977 commemorative pack (mint), complete set of Britain's 1977 Silver Jubilee decimal coin pack, 7 x one crown pieces (Turks & Caicos Islands / Churchill), Diamond Jubilee 50 pence, Festival Of Britain 5 shilling piece - boxed. Along with a large collection of 10 x Myths and Legends of Great Britain gold plated coinage to include, King Arthur, Robin Hood, Glastonbury, Merlin, The Holy Grail, The Flying Dutchman, Cerne Abbas Giant, Stone Circles etc. Offered with a stained pine, brass hinged box.
A large collection of multiple albums of unfranked Royal Mail first day covers, mint stamps and other franked stamps. Including, Tudors, Big Stars from the Small Screen, Football Legends, Greetings Stamps, Science Fiction, Greenwich, Urban Renewal, Heraldry, British Fairs, Commonwealth Day, Princess Diana along with miscellaneous stamp related documentation. Face Value approximately £80.
Two vintage, retro local Bristol interest plates and tumbler glasses. First being 'The Clifton Suspension Bridge, engineered by Isambard Kingdom Brunel, tin plate by Avon Tin of Bristol. The second, a vintage 1970's, 'City and County of Bristol ceramic plate, commemorating 600 years as a county in 1973 by Reli Washbourne Fine China, London, England. Along with three associated tumbler glasses, marked 'City and County of Bristol (1373-1973) ceramic plate, commemorating 600 years as a county.
A brass lantern,20th century, with three curved glass panels enclosing three lights, mounted with ram masks and foliate swags,46cm diameter98cm highCondition ReportElectrics look very modern. Pat Test Passed. The lantern itself appears first half of the 20th century, with the stem and branches a later addition. One swag broken. Some scratches and wear to glass. General light knocks and surface wear.
A Regency-style walnut extending dining table in the manner of Johnstone, Jupe & Co.,first half of the 20th century, possibly by Arthur Brett & Sons,216cm diameter when extended82cm highCondition ReportGeneral surface wear, knocks and light scratches to veneer commensurate with age and use. Some tiny splits to veneer. General knocks and wear to base. Extending pulls run smoothly, with some brass knobs lacking. Light tarnish and discolouration to brass. Overall appears in good structural and cosmetic condition and is ready for use. Seating capacity when extended would be in the order of 10.
A pair of Ashford black marble urns,first half of the 19th century, Derbyshire, each with a pair of gilt-bronze handles and decorated with a continuous band of jasmine and vines,16cm diameter 38cm high (2)Provenance: The personal collection of David and Elizabeth Hacker.Condition ReportThere are some small signs of wear, including tiny chips to the edges and a vertical hairline crack along the side of one body. A piece of moulding missing to the neck of one under the handle. Inlay complete. Some tanrish and oxidation the the metal components. Sit stable on a flat surface, overall in good cosmetic condition and ready for placement.
Two Black Forest carved wood bears,late 19th/early 20th century, Swiss, the first standing holding a club, the second, a pipe and tobacco stand in the form of a bear with a ragged staff and basket, on an oval base, both with glass eyes,30 and 45cm high (2)Condition ReportStanding figure possibly with a later/associated club. Hairline crack to neck. Missing thumb to left hand. Three tobacco branches with damage and losses. Split to the base.
A 'Grafton' armchair by Howard & Sons,first quarter of the 20th century, with original ticking, raised on tapering square supports terminating in brass castors, stamped and numbered to the back leg and bearing traces of a paper label and stencil beneath,80cm wide107cm deep87cm highCondition ReportFrame solid, but chair with obvious signs of age and use, legs knocked, chipped and scratched, casters worn, upholstery faded and patched hesian hanging loose from the bottom of the chair and torn, new/reinforcing webbing visible beneath, upholstery and ticking stained and patched, cushion crudely repaired and restuffed
A pair of white marble and malachite obelisks,first half 20th century, possibly Carrara, each on a stepped and canted block plinth,8.5cm wide8.5cm deep38.5cm high (2)Condition ReportA few very small nibbles to the edges and corners. Both sit stable on a flat surface. Overall in very good cosmetic condition.
An oak and iron knurr and spell trap,early 19th century, the ironwork mechanism on an oak base,62cm wide15cm deep40cm highThe game of knurr and spell, or ‘northern spell’, ‘nipsy’ or ‘trap ball’, was first played in the United Kingdom in the 17th century, initially by the working class who used sticks to hit wooden balls, sending them flying down the street. Over time, the game evolved to include a variety of different elements, including the addition of a hoop, which players had to hit with the ball to score points. The popularity of knurr and spell grew during the 19th century, when it was played at fairs across the country.
A 'Bridgewater' armchair by Howard & Sons,first quarter of the 20th century, in original ticking, raised on tapering square supports terminating in brass castors, stamped and numbered to the back leg, with a paper label and stencil beneath, 80cm wide107cm deep80cm highCondition ReportOverall in fair order, frame appears solid, evidence of prior attention to the upholstery, legs knocked and scratched, ticking faded and with holes in places, upholstery slack in places, cushion restuffed and crudely repaired. new/reinforced webbing instated and visible protruding from edges of hesian,
Collection of coin covers, FDCs etc inc 2022 and 2023 silver Britannia King Charles FDC Westminster wallets, The First Commemorative Stamps of King Charles III L/E coin cover, £1 silver / silver crown and other coin covers, face value stamps, Benhams, Trafalagar Bicentenary and Route to Victory interest, etc.
Thomas Lilford - Coloured Figures of the Birds of the British Isles, London, R H Porter, 1885-1897, first edition, 7 Vols, 421 chromo lithographs or hand coloured lithographed plates mainly after Thorburn Keulemans and Lodge, 4to, fine tooled morrocan calf. Provenance: The Bernard Sayers Collection of Natural History booksBindings are mostly good, minor rubbing at the extremities, some minor surface marks and scratches, contents with some spotting and time stains throughout, card bindings retained at rear if volumes. Contents have some sporadic t8me staining throughout, see sample images
G.B. - Mixed coins & medallions to include G.B. silver hammered long Cross Penny, Henry III Class 3c Nicole on Cant circa 1248-1250 GVF, Royal Mint silver proof Crowns 1977, 1981, 2001, proof set 1970, a silver gilt medallion Apollo 11 'Mans First Landing On The Moon' 20th July 1969 and other issues (Qty)
John Cosin - A Scholastical History of the Canon of the Holy Scripture or the Certain and Indbitate Books Thereof as they are Received in the Church of England, first edition Timothy Garthwait, 1657, full calf, restored, together with Jeremy Taylor - The Great Exemplar of Sanctity and Holy Life according to the Christian Institution: Described in the history of the life and death of the ever blessed Jesus Christ, the Saviour of the World', 1657, and a quantity of decorative bindings on religious subjects, predominantly 18th century. (1 box)
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