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Click here to subscribe§ John Trickett (British, b. 1953) Bull elephant with Kilimanjaro in the distance; together with a hand-signed copy of John Trickett's book, Reflections of the Countryside, Palette Press, 2008 signed "John Trickett" lower right oil on canvas 60 x 75cm (23 x 29in) Framed. Sold with a copy of John Trickett's book, Reflections of the Countryside, pub. 2008, pencil signed by the artist to the first leaf. Slight drip staining left of the signature. Otherwise fine.
A collection of butterscotch and other vintage amber bead necklaces and jewellery, the first necklace of graduated oval butterscotch amber beads of slightly variable orange hue; the second of graduated variable yellow butterscotch amber pebble beads individually knotted, the third of vintage graduated faceted amber beads to an oval section box clasp, lengths respectively 46, 59 and 39cm, gross weight of necklaces 59.58g; together with four brooches, three of butterscotch amber lumps, yellow or orange, with glued on pins, the fourth of faceted amber beads in the form of a wreath on a frame, lengths variable 3-5cm; and a pair of bouton butterscotch amber earclips; gross weight of brooches and earrings 35.70g (8)
An 18th century tortoiseshell and enamel snuff box and a papier mache snuff box, the centre of the first painted with two amorini within an oval of picque work, the lift off lid opening onto gilt metal interior, 8cm (3.25 in) wide, the centre of the ochre striped circular lid of the second glazed over an indistinct painting, 8cm (3.25 in) diameter (4)
A Delft vase, an etui, and a glass vessel, the first painted with Chinese precious objects on its tapering octagonal sides, AP monogram, 10cm (4 in) high, the silver topped pepper caster, Birmingham 1844, on blue flashed clear glass bottle, 9cm (3.5 in) high together with an engraved sectional etui case, unscrewing to reveal a thimble, bobbin, central vase shape container and needle case, 11cm high (3)
A Victorian Tunbridge ware box and eleven other Tunbridge wares, the slightly domed rectangular top of the first worked with roses and other flowers, 30.5cm (12 in) wide, the glove box with central butterfly, 24cm (9.5 in) wide, six smaller boxes, a card case, needle book and acorn shaped tape measure (12)
A citrine set bracelet together with a citrine swivel fob and a 'Fumsup' WWI good luck charm, the bracelet composed of four larger citrine set links, each oval cut stone claw set in an open mount of trailing stems and flowers, alternating via short chain connections with four cushion shaped pierced links, each with a flowerhead in a linear outline, hidden box clasp, integral safety chain, white metal tests for silver, length 18cm; together with a swivel fob designed as two entwined snakes holding between their heads the three-sided oval citrine, length 3.3cm; and a charm in the form of a standing infant, with wooden head and inset glass eyes and a four-leafed clover impressed on the forehead, a white metal body (tests for silver) with winged ankles and movable arms, the hands with the 'thumbs up' from which its name derives, and 'Fumsup' written across its chest, registered serial number 636612 on its back, length with suspensory loop 3.5cm (3) These 'Fumsup' charms became popular in the late 19th century, reaching a peak in the First World War 1914-18, with wood to touch for good luck, Mercury's winged heels to speed the bearer from danger, a four-leafed clover and the thumbs up sign for 'good luck' and 'all's well'
A contemporary diamond ring and a diamond and aquamarine three stone ring both set in 18ct white gold, the first with a round brilliant cut diamond in a hexagonal collet to shoulders set with lines of smaller round brilliants, plain shank size N, set in 18ct white gold, Sheffield hallmarks 2007; and also a three stone ring claw set with a round cut aquamarine between two round brilliant cut diamonds to a plain tapered shank size M, also hallmarked 18ct white gold, London 2004 (2)
An 18th century gemset and enamel memorial ring together with a 19th century turquoise and diamond 'forget-me-not' ring, the first with an oval cabochon moonstone in a border of small cushion cut garnets, all in a closed back setting, to a uniform narrow band with white enamel (signifying a young or unmarried person) inscribed 'Henry Barley, Obit Jan 1769, Aet 24', ring size approximately T; the other ring set to the front with a single forget-me-not flower (a clear message in the Victorian language of flowers) with five cabochon turquoise petals around a rose cut diamond highlight, to shaped and engraved shoulders and a plain band, size Q (2)
A silver, 'turquoise' howlite and dalmation jasper necklace by Anne Farag together with a turquoise bead necklace, the first necklace composed of cylindrical beads of approximately 6mm diameter, alternating spotted dalmation jasper, turquoise dyed howlite, polished silver and patterned blackened beads, tag signed by the designer-maker Anne Farag and hallmarked, Birmingham 2009, length 42.5cm; also a uniform string of 5.5mm turquoise beads with occasional small gold bead spacers to an oval clasp stamped '375', length 48.5cm (2)
A diamond and pearl horseshoe brooch together with two other gem set antique brooches, the first with a rose metal knife-edge bar set to the centre with a horseshoe made of old round cut diamonds, bounding a 3mm pearl; the second with two oval cabochon opals in a delicate open filigree and knife edge setting decorated with seed pearls; the third designed as a realistically modelled and textured flower with stem and leaves, set with a round cut pink tourmaline, a pear cut deep pink hardstone and a small round turquoise; lengths respectively 4.2, 4.1 and 3.1cm (3)
A butterscotch amber nugget bead necklace and another, the first of graduated (approximately 8-18mm long) opaque amber pebbles of varying butterscotch shades, length 78cm, gross weight 60.9g; the second a vintage necklace of graduated amber tyre shaped discs, 8-14mm diameter, of varying shades and opacity but mainly clear amber with some inclusions, screw clasp, length 48cm, gross weight 47.8g (2)
Two antique diamond mourning rings, the first a single stone diamond ring with an old oval cut tinted diamond in a flying claw setting to moulded shoulders with tiny remnants of black enamel, diamond estimated weight approximately half a carat, size M; the second with diaper and square black enamel fields set to the centres with old round cut diamonds and separated by lines of rose cut diamonds, the band with alternating navette and rectangular recesses holding plaited hairwork, with bright cut foliate decoration between with the remnants of black enamel, London hallmarks for 18ct gold 1902, ring size N (2)
An 18th century Iberian pendant cross set with rock crystals together with four later Russian pendant crosses, the first of pierced filigree design with the five principal rock crystals closed back set in raised bosses, with a central round cut stone and larger round cut stones for the three upper arms of the cross, the lower one formed by a suspended pear cut stone, highlighted throughout with small round cut white stones possibly pastes, white metal assumed silver, oval mark of a swan struck twice on suspensory loop, length 9.1cm; all the Russian crosses of pierced and embossed form with orthodox crosses and cyrillic letters, the largest set with a red paste and four freshwater pearls, three of them with partial gilt finish, two with remnants of matt green enamel, all with engraved decoration on the backs and fixed suspensory loops, lengths 5.5 - 8.2cm (5) The Russian Orthodox cross has three cross bars - a short upper one upon which rests the cyrillic form of the label INRI (Iesus Nazarenus Rex Iudaerum - Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews), and a lower one representing the footrest, usually angled possibly to suggest the forthcoming ascent to heaven. The cyrillic letters on either end of the principal crossbar represent IC XC, the Greek abbreviation for Jesus Christ, and at his feet NIKA meaning 'conquers'.
Two pairs of diamond set earrings, the first a pair of diamond and pearl earpendants, each with a wire hook fronted by a collet set old round brilliant cut diamond from which is suspended a short fine trace link chain with a half pearl termination in a millegrain edged closed back collet, length 2.8cm, cased; the other a pair of oval boss earstuds with slightly textured face and four polished beads with a collet set round brilliant cut diamond in the centre, 9ct yellow gold, London 1999, length 1.2cm (2)
A collection of antique and other red coral jewellery, to include two large antique brooches composed of carved coral flowers and foliage, a small rose metal pin with a stem and leaves holding a carved coral flower bud, two Georgian lace pins mounted with carved coral, lengths of brooches respectively 6.1, 6.2, 1.9, 2.2 and 1.4cm; also four coral bead necklaces: the first of graduated 4-7mm round beads with a circular box clasp set with a cabochon coral, the second of graduated bouton 3-4.5mm beads to a hexagonal box clasp, the third of cylindrical beads, and the last of branch coral to a pierced hexagonal box clasp, lengths of necklaces respectively 49.5, 43.5, 39.5 and 92cm (9)
Two diamond five stone rings and a similar ruby ring with diamond highlights, the first with graduated old round to cushion cut diamonds in a flying claw setting to carved shoulders, in hallmarked 18ct gold, London 1932; the other diamond ring set with graduated old round brilliant cut diamonds to a carved and scrolling gallery and shoulders, stamped '18ct '; the third ring with similar Edwardian style mount and set with five graduated oval cut rubies with rose cut diamond highlights in the interstices, also stamped '18ct'; ring sizes respectively R, L½ and M (3)
A ruby and diamond cluster ring together with an antique rose cut diamond cluster ring, the first with an oval cut ruby claw set in a border of ten round brilliant cut diamonds, to shoulders channel set with round cut rubies and a plain tapered shank, partial London hallmarks for gold, ring size R; the second with a circular cluster of rose cut diamonds to bifurcated shoulders and a reeded shank size R, unmarked rose metal, diameter of cluster 10mm (2)
A 1776 diamond and enamel mourning ring and a hairwork memorial pendant, the first designed as a black enamel urn set with old mine and cushion cut diamonds, the band similarly enamelled and inscribed 'Isab[ell]a Curwen Ob[it] 12 Dec 1776 Ae[tatis] 48', the back of the urn with glazed panel (broken) containing plaited hair, size approximately K; the early 19th century pendant of cast circular form depicting scrolling leaves and flowers, with suspensory loop of similar cast design, and glazed panels both sides containing arranged locks of different hair and goldwork monograms HCW, SJW and RBW; length with loop 5.2cm (2)
A ruby and diamond cluster ring set in 18ct white gold and a diamond flowerhead cluster ring, the first ring designed as a pear shaped tiered cluster with two graduated round cut rubies in a border of single cut diamonds and an outer spaced border of round cut rubies, all claw set to a cage gallery, bifurcated shoulders and plain shank, size N, 18ct white gold, Birmingham import assay marks 1971; the second with a pierced circular cluster of three tiers of round brilliant cut diamonds, claw set to trifurcated shoulders and plain shank, size approximately J/K, white metal stamped '750' to indicate 18ct gold (2)
A pair of amethyst and diamond earrings and a small collection of other amethyst jewellery, the first earstuds with a large oval cut pale amethyst in a border of small single cut diamonds, set in hallmarked 9ct gold, Birmingham 1990, length 1.5cm; also a pair of single stone amethyst earstuds, with round cut amethysts set in hallmarked gold, Birmingham 1972, diameter 1.3cm; a bracelet composed of slightly flattened faceted amethyst beads with two more pendant by the clasp, length 20cm; and a pair of briolette faceted amethyst earpendants, length 4.4cm (4)
An 18ct gold, pink tourmaline and diamond ring together with a similar lilac blue sapphire ring and a purple synthetic sapphire ring, the first with an emerald cut raspberry pink tourmaline to tiered shoulders each set with three round brilliant cut diamonds, plain shank, size M, hallmarked 18ct gold, London 1984; the second with an oval cut light lilac blue sapphire, possibly synthetic, to trifurcated shoulders with round brilliant cut diamond highlights, plain shank size L, also hallmarked 18ct gold, London 1988; the third with a rectangular fancy cut treated synthetic purple sapphire, four claw set to bifurcated shoulders and plain shank, size P, yellow metal stamped '9ct' (3)
A late 19th century purple paste rivière necklace together with a similar choker which converts into a pair of bracelets, the first composed of twenty-one uniform oval cut stones of deep wine-purple colour, claw set above gilt collets to an oval barrel clasp of rose coloured metal, length 41cm; the second of larger uniform oval cut pastes vertically collet set and linked by twin chains to two hidden clasps, width 2.2cm, length as choker 33.5cm, the bracelets 17.3 and 16.3cm (2)
A collection of Georgian lacepins and other similar brooches, four of the lacepins of typical Georgian form, being rectangular with a central stone or panel in a border, all in closed back mounts: the first with an amethyst in a cast foliate border with four turquoises at the cardinal points, later bar pin fitting; one of purple paste stones, one with simulated seed pearls in a cast and black enamel border, one with a central glazed panel containing a lock of hair in a mid-blue enamel border inscribed in gothic lettering 'Forget Me Not'; together with an oval lacepin with central blister pearl panel in a double border of round turquoises; and a larger oval brooch with central glazed panel containing a mother-of-pearl plaque with seed pearl, cut hairwork and painted decoration as a wreath of flowers and trailing foliage with ribbon around the initial W or M, within a black enamel border also decorated with flowers and ribbons, lengths variable 1.7- 3.6cm (6)
A cultured pearl and fancy link necklace together with a simulated pearl necklace, the first designed as a regular line of square section baton links, square section twisted baton links and 7.5 - 8mm pearls equatorially grasped, each with a short chain connection to the next, no clasp, yellow metal stamped '18ct', length 75cm, gross weight 56.7g; together with a necklace of simulated South Sea pearls with a bow form clasp of twisted wires set to the centre with a cultured pearl, yellow metal stamped '14k' (2)
A sapphire and diamond half hoop ring, a diamond crossover ring and a sapphire and diamond three stone ring, the first set with four round brilliant cut diamonds separated by three marquise cut sapphires set horizontally to make a smooth narrow line of stones, to a plain shank size N, 18ct white gold, Birmingham common control mark; also a diamond two stone crossover ring with two round brilliant cut diamonds and further single cut diamonds set into the shoulders, size L, 18ct gold, London 1989; and a three stone ring claw set with an oval cut sapphire between round brilliant cut diamonds, to a plain tapered shank, size N½, yellow metal stamped '750' to indicate 18ct gold (3)
Cartier - A lady's bi-colour 'Panthère' wristwatch, the 22mm square cream coloured dial with Roman numerals and blued sword shaped hands, the bracelet featuring two rows of gold links and three rows of steel links and terminating in a steel deployant clasp. Quartz movement. Numbered on the reverse 1120 / 157914CD and with a red leather and gold tooled cover containing instruction booklet and guarantee paperwork. No box. First introduced by the House of Cartier in the early 1980s, the Panthère watch quickly became one of the company's signature timepieces. It remains a highly sought-after luxury watch thanks to its timeless style. It is instantly recognisable by the square bezel dotted with exposed screws, but the most distinguishing design element is its bracelet. Composed of five interlocking links, the Panthère bracelet in two contrasting colours is inspired from the markings on the coat of the big cat. Since the Panthère was unveiled during the height of the quartz movement era, these particular Cartier watches are powered by quartz calibers, which makes them precise, reliable, and practical. case and crystal scratched, bracelet very stretched
A George III Royal crested silver jug and another similar jug, the first by William Laver, London 1789, half fluted with reeded edge and applied strap handle, raised on a square pedestal foot, engraved with the Royal Coat of Arms and a personalised Order of the Garter, height 11cm (4 1/4in), diameter 10cm (3 3/4in), weight 10ozt, the second designed to match with lightly gilded interior, height 10cm (3 3/4in), diameter 10cm (3 3/4in), weight 8.2ozt gross (2) Provenance: The Earl of Munster The base of the "similar" jug is most likely a cast copy of the original, bearing a genuine maker's mark matching the original, the other hallmarks being probably part of the casting. The jug acid tests to sterling silver standard. The base is quite crudely attached to the body and is slightly differrent to the original. and the body is also of a slightly different dimensions.
Two silver cheese scoops, the first by Martin Hall & Co, Sheffield 1884/5, with fluted silver ferrule and pear shaped fluted cream coloured handle, length 22cm (8 3/4in), the second, London 1797, with ribbed handle, the terminal engraved with a personalised Order of the Garter, length 28cm (11in) (2) Provenance: The Earl of Munster
A George V silver basket for Boodle & Dunthorne, by Richard Comyns, London 1932, of oval shape the body pierced within a beaded edge, raised on a pierced and beaded pedestal foot stamped on the base 'Boodle & Dunthorne Liverpool', 3.7ozt 17.50 x 13cm (7 x 5in) Other Notes: Boodle & Dunthorne are now known simply as Boodles, and are a British luxury jewellery company who opened their first store in Liverpool in 1798.
Three George V silver boxes, the first, a snuff box by Adie and Lovekin, Chester 1912, of plain rectangular form, the hinged cover decorated with bright cut foliate swirls around a vacant cartouche, length 5cm (2in), width 4cm (1 1/2in), the second, a patch box by Henry Matthews, Birmingham 1912, of circular form, the friction fitting cover of moss agate, gilded interior, diameter 5cm (2in), the third a dressing table box by Asprey, London 1928, of circular form raised on three outswept feet, the hinged cover of tortoiseshell, stamped 'Asprey London' diameter 6.5cm (2 1/2in) (3) the Asprey box is slightly dented
A First/Second World War Long Service Group of Eight Medals, to 72357 GNR. (later B.Q.M.SJT) A.L. PROUDFOOT.R.A., comprising British War Medal, Victory Medal, Defence Medal, War Medal, Jubilee Medal 1935, George V Army Long Service and Good Conduct Medal, George VI Meritorius Service Medal and George VI Efficiency Decoration, with a group of four corresponding miniatures and a portrait photograph in uniform, and other items, comprising R.A.O.B. jewels, collar dogs, rank pips and buttons, a portrait photograph and a group of (possibly) unrelated photographs depicting a British demonstration of military technology to Third Reich Luftwaffe officers Note: Alexander Leslie Proudfoot (1st December 1898 - 8th January 1981)
Five First World War Pairs, each comprising British War Medal and Victory Medal, respectively to 202964 PTE.J.A.DEAN.LINC.R.; 23405 PTE.J.ROWLEY.L.N.LAN.R.; 42745.CPL.A.LAMBERT.R.A.F.; 20285.PTE.N.DOWNES.R.W.KENT.R. and 7018.SPR.A.C.LAUGHTON.R.E., together with a further Victory Medal and a 19th century pewter hip flask, inscribed, ''Captain Milbank, North York Rifles ....1854''
A First World War Canadian Ordnance Corps Cap Badge and Pair of Collar Badges, in brass; a Royal Canadian Ordnance Corps Officer's Bronze Cap Badge, three brass examples, two pairs of gilt collar badges and four various cloth insignia; a Pre-1947 Indian Army Ordnance Corps Cap Badge and Pair of Collar Badges, in brass, two similar copy badges, an Indian Army Ordnance Corps bronze collar badge and shoulder title, and five similar badges from Canada x2, Pakistan, New Zealand and South Africa (27)
A Quantity of First and Second World War Militaria, including a Naval Officer's blue working dress blouse, a leather sword frog, a leather pistol holster, two pairs of binoculars in leather cases, pair of spats, a kukri, a bayonet, two wood truncheons, leather luggage straps, leather collar box, contained in a small japanned tin and two trunks named to Cator, Robson and Rambaut
A First World War Crossbelt Pouch to Major B R Rambaut, Royal Artillery, the raised bullion thread fascia worked with regimental badge within a gold lace border, with black morocco pouch and rain cover; a Collection of Related Items, including his dog tags, a travelling dressing set in leather roll, leather card case, Officer's Field Message and Sketch Book, two pieces of Turkish Prisoner of War beadwork and a spoon, buttons etc
A Small Collection of First World War Items, including a German steel belt buckle, a folding pocket knife take from a German prisoner at the Somme, a piece of German torpedo fired by a German submarine which struck and damaged the pier and sea wall at Sunderland, various pieces of shrapnel, bullet shell cases etc
R.A.F. / Early Aviation Interest: a deskstand, formed from a propeller section, stamped, ''.3740, (B)EARDMORE RH, (ARMSTRO)NG WHITWORTH'' to the reverse, mounted to the frieze with a pen rack and an inkwell, the hinged cover engraved with the R.A.F. crest; a propeller clock, the leather dial inscribed, ''Hermes, Paris'', and a souvenir china rugby ball, printed and painted with an aviation scene and inscribed, ''THE FIRST AVIATION WEEK HELD IN GT. BRITAIN, BLACKPOOL, OCT. 18-24 1909'' (3)
Assorted Militaria and Related Items, comprising two pigskin double ammunition belt pouches, probably First World War vintage; a Kelvin type KAB - 1401 K airspeed indicator; two items deactivated ordnance; two ships plaques, Shalford & Wilton, and three vintage shooting sticks, two stamped, ''Walter Paul, Hameln'' and ''Richard Lorang, Armes et Munitions, Mersch'' respectively
First World War German Imperial Navy U-Boat Interest: a personal photograph album, compiled by a U-boat crew member, comprising fifty-nine studies including general life aboard a submarine, action shots, sinking ships (including Norwegian steamer, Albis and French sailing vessel, Bernadette), etc.; and another, similar album, containing approx. forty images (2)Overall generally good. Slight wear to albums. Some interleaved parchment pages creased.
First World War, Wellington Mounted Rifles Interest: an album, circa 1916/18, containing approx. 70 photographs, depicting camp life in Egypt, topographical views in and around Cairo including Heliopolis and Zeitoun, etc.; and another album, circa 1912-19, containing approx. 100 photographs, principally pertaining to the London Brigade, Royal Field Artillery (2)Both albums with general signs of wear commensurate with age but overall good.
First World War Cavalry Interest: Five British War Medals, awarded to:- L-4086 PTE.A.E.KING. 9-LRS; L-3316 PTE.J.J.ALLEN. 12-LRS.; GS-14849 PTE.G.AMOR. NORTH'N YEO., together with a copy of his Medal Index Card stating he also served in the 3rd Dragoons; D-10651 PTE.P.W.FOWLER. 6-DNS.; and 3695 PTE.W.R.HIRST. YORK.DNS
A Collection of First World War Trench Art, comprising a cannon made from a mortar on a sheet copper triangular carriage dated 1917, a pen holder, a poker stand, a vase, three ashtrays and two sugar skuttles; five Various Brass Shell Cases, and a copy of an RAF sword hilt modelled as a candlestick (15)
First World War Battlefield Finds:- including a French Lebel rifle, a British 1907 bayonet still attached to the muzzle end of an SMLE rifle, two SMLE No.1 Mk.III rifles, a Mauser Gewehr rifle with bayonet attached and six various bayonets, all in relic condition and some mounted on four hessian covered display boards
A First World War US Army Medical Corps Field Surgeon's Small Operating Case, in canvas roll, the inner flap stencilled with maker's name FRED.HASLAM & CO., Brooklyn, N.Y., CONTRACT DATED OCT.30, 1917, fitted with numerous instruments including amputation saw, bone nippers, curved and straight scissors, needle, scalpels, an empty case for a staple closure set etc.
A Lt. Colonel O'Grady Haly's Compass Clinometer by Elliott Bros., London, the lacquered brass body numbered 147, in a stitched leather case; a Post Second World War Compass, with green enamelled metal body, in a green webbing case marked CAT.A.A.2009, M.W.& S.LTD. 1952, with broad arrow; also, a green webbing case for a compass, two First World War compasses suitable for spare parts, three War Office publications circa 1941 and 1943 on map reading, a ''Douglas'' Combined Protractor & Parallel Rule
A First World War Verner's Pattern VIII Pocket Marching Compass, the reverse stamped with broad arrow, F-L, No.89362, 1917, in stitched leather case stamped Hobson & Sons, 1914, London; a Second World War Pocket Marching Compass Mk.III, with black enamelled brass body, the reverse stamped T.G.& Co. LTD., Lonodn, No.85238, 1939, Mk.III, in a Harvey & CO Ltd., Walsall stitched leather case to CAPT H.A.PALMER, scratched 5324 (2)
A First World War Brass Trench Art Military Cap, formed from the base of an 18 pounder shell case; and other items comprising, a marching compass; a First World War 1898/05 Mauser ''Butcher'' bayonet; a French Chassepot Yataghan sword bayonet; and a reproduction brass-cased ''Stanley'' surveyor's dial (5) Trench Art cap with some dings and wear. Marching compass with signs of wear commensurate with age and scratcherd initials to one side. Both bayonets lacking scabbards. Both spring clips operative. Reproduction dial good condition.
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