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Click here to subscribeTwo 9 carat gold gem set rings, the first an opal and garnet cluster, the pear cut opal 8.3 x 13.1mm, in a surround of garnets, finger size L, 4.6gms; the second an amethyst and diamond cluster, finger size O, 2.5gms CONDITION: two cracks to opal, two garnets with surface chips. The second without issue.
WWI interest:- a group of 20 stereoscopic photo cards by Realistic Travels Publishers, including infantry in trenches wearing gas hoods, Scottish troops examining remains of first British aeroplane downed by German fire, an early tank by waterlogged shell hole, car of observation balloon, several of Gurkha regiments including officer groups of 2/2nd Gurkhas and 1/4th Gurkhas, Manchester Regiment firing machine gun, a German shell bursting beside a sandbagged trench, troops of the Black Watch seated in trench, troops going over the top, officer group of Divisional & Brigade Staffs of 1st. Indian Cavalry Division, etc. etc.Overall good condition, the occasional small stain or scuff.
A group of WW1 and other medals, comprising:- the WW1 British War Medal and Victory medal both named to Surgeon Lieutenant F.P.N. Parsons R.N., with brooch fastening, the WWII Defence medal and three British Red Cross awards, two being proficiency awards, for Nursing and First Aid, named to G.G.C.Parsons, one for 6 years service by J.R.Gaunt, together with two commemoratives, one for the 1937 Coronation, the other a VictorianTemperance Society medallion for the 1897 Diamond Jubilee of the Queen's reign and the Jubilee of the Band of Hope (8).
A George III silver bead-edged condiment spoon of ladle form by Hester Bateman, London, circa 1780 (maker's mark and lion passant only), engraved with crest of an upright arm grasping a scroll; also a George III Scottish silver pointed-end condiment spoon by W. P. Cunningham, Edinburgh, circa 1790 (maker, thistle, king's head). First item 9.5 cm. long, wt. 20 gm.Good condition, Scottish spoon may have been erased. Slight wear to upper edge of HB maker's mark on first item but generally crisp otherwise.
A group of four modern silver-faced photograph frames and another smaller, three rectangular with heart-shaped apertures, one with batswing fluting and two with scrolls, one heart-shaped, the small frame also heart-shaped, all with blue velvet-covered easel backs except one with beige velvet, first three 19.5 cm. high. All in good condition
9th-7th century BC. A carnelian cylinder seal, a contemporary copy of an earlier seal, with intaglio frieze of a crouching bowman aiming at a rearing regardant ibex. See Collon, D. First Impressions. Cylinder Seals in the Ancient Near East, London, 2005 for discussion. 1.49 grams, 15mm (1/2"). Private collection, London, UK; formerly with Persepolis Gallery, Mayfair, London, UK; in the 1980s. Very fine condition.
New Kingdom, 1550-1070 BC. A turquoise glazed composition amulet of the djed pillar with loop to each end. 0.26 grams, 20mm (3/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired Charles Ede Ltd London sale, January 203 item 25 supplied with a catalogue. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Very fine condition.
Dated 1971 AD. A vibrant painting on hand-dyed batik fabric depicting a man and woman, seated on a beach at the base of a palm tree, the man drinking from a coconut; held in contemporary frame with board backing to support the fabric with an engraved metal tag reading 'CHOO KENG KWANG' with date below. See Choo, Keng Kwang, The Selected Works of Choo Keng Kwang, Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, 2002 for many examples of his works. 3.6 kg, frame 85x60cm, fabric 75x50cm (33 1/2 x 19 3/4"). From the Tan family collection, South East London, UK; acquired from a Singapore collector when living in Singapore. Choo Keng Kwang (born 3 June 1931) is a renowned first generation Singapore artist, famous for his scenes of Indonesia and he has many commissions to his credit including from the Singapore Government for use as state gifts to such as President Anwar Sadat of Egypt, Chairman Mao Tse-Tung of China and many others; using his method of preparing dyed fabric with the batik technique of wax and tying, he produces canvases that he then paints upon providing a distinctive style and vibrancy; a copy of an interview with the artist, at the age of 84 years and published in The Epoch Times issue for 19 June-2 July 2015 is included. Fine condition.
Late Period, 664-332 BC. A blue glazed composition amulet of khepesh with loop to the rear. See Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt London, 1994 p.71. 0.64 grams, 14mm (1/2"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. [No Reserve] Fine condition.
Saite Period, 624-525 BC. A grey glazed composition amulet of a lion crouching on a rectangular base. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 21(d) for type. 6.57 grams, 25mm (1"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Very fine condition.
Late Period, 664-332 BC. A green glazed composition amuletic bead with reserved wedjat to one face, fish to the other. Cf. Flinders Petrie, W.M. Amulets illustrated by the Egyptian Collection in University College, London, reprinted London, 1994 item 140(c) for type. 1.01 grams, 12mm (1/2"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. [No Reserve] Very fine condition.
15th-16th century AD. A D-section gold hoop with discoid bezel, beaded border surrounding a heater shield with heraldic arms 'per pale a fleur-de-lys between six pellets, and a chevron between three lion's 'heads couped'; the first design associated with Robert Scot (1429 AD"). [A video of this lot is available on the TimeLine Auctions website] See Woodcock, T., Grant, J. & Graham, I. Dictionary of British Arms - Medieval Ordinary, vol.2 London, 1996 p.356. 8.23 grams, 20mm overall, 19.70mm internal diameter (approximate size British T 1/2 USA 9 3/4 Europe 21.89 Japan 21) (3/4"). From an import collection of finger rings; acquired late 1990s-2010. Accompanied by a positive X-Ray Fluorescence metal analysis certificate. Very fine condition. Rare.
2nd century BC-2nd century AD. A carved limestone stele, rectangular and flat in section with high-relief facial details including thin raised brow and nose, recessed eyes; two lines of incised text below, applied pigment. 4.8 kg, 28cm (11"). Property of a Suffolk gentleman; acquired before 2000. South Arabian sculpture associated with palaces and domestic settings often reflects a strong Graeco-Roman influence. In contrast, ancestral images, funerary portraits and votive dedications exhibit a distinct style that is characteristically local. The flat surfaces to the rear of these stele suggest that they were installed against walls and were most likely memorial plaques in honour of the dead. Relief plaques such as these are known from the upland areas of the Marib, the ancient centre of the Sabaean Empire. This area contains numerous stone ruins dating from between the first millennium BC into the early first millennium AD, and which was a period when the region was enriched by the burgeoning Roman demand for spices that linked south Arabia to Ethiopia and the cultures of the Indian Ocean in a complex trade network. Fine condition.
Late Period, 664-332 BC. A carnelian wedjat amulet pierced transversely. Cf. Flinders Petrie, W.M. Amulets illustrated by the Egyptian Collection in University College, London, reprinted London, 1994 item 138(p"). 0.53 grams, 9.36mm (1/2"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. [No Reserve] Very fine condition.
Ur III Period, 2112-2004 BC. A black limestone cylinder seal, a contemporary copy of an earlier seal, with frieze comprising a seated figure in flounced robe facing three robed attendants, objects in the field. See Collon, D. First Impressions. Cylinder Seals in the Ancient Near East, London, 2005 item 156 for type. 5.54 grams, 24mm (1"). Private collection, London, UK; formerly with Persepolis Gallery, Mayfair, London, UK; in the 1980s. Fine condition.
Third Intermediate Period, 1069-702 BC. A pale blue glazed composition planoconvex amuletic pendant of the mask of Bes, bearded and with a narrow fillet above the brow. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 15(d"). 1.40 grams, 20mm (3/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While studying at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Fine condition.
Late Period, 664-332 BC. A gold plaque with a scene with Osiris seated on a throne wearing the atef crown, holding a crook, flail and was sceptre; in front a tall column with lotus flowers tied to the top; an offering table in front of the column with two tiers of food, vases at the base; in front of the table a male and female, both wearing long robes and wigs, arms upraised in worship; vertical bands of hieroglyphs to the top of the scene; mounted in a custom-made frame. 182 grams total, 13cm including frame (5"). From an important European collection; formerly with a German gallery in the 1970s. The scene shows the deceased and his wife entering the halls of paradise where they greet, and worship, the god Osiris, enthroned as the Lord of the Afterlife. Such scenes were common for copies of the Book of the Dead, being the ultimate goal for all Egyptians as they traversed the perilous path to the next world; representations on gold are rare and must have been made for a wealthy member of Egyptian society. Osiris, along with his brother Seth, and sisters Isis and Nepthys, were the offspring of Geb, the Earth, and Nut, goddess of the sky. Being the first born Osiris was destined to be the ruler of the world, along with his sister Isis, whom he took as a wife. Seth, in his jealousy of the power of Osiris, murdered him and dismembered his body, throwing the remains into the Nile. Isis and Nepthys searched for the remains, gathering each part and eventually mummifying the body, where they mourned over the dead king. Isis, through her magical powers, brought Osiris back to life and conceived a child, Horus, whom she nurtured in the swamps of the Nile Delta to protect him from Seth. When Horus came of age he engaged his uncle in a battle and defeated him, thus becoming the rightful ruler. The story is an allegory for the triumph of good over evil, the power of the sun over darkness, a preoccupation of the Egyptians with maintaining the stability of the Universe that could be achieved by worshipping the gods. Fine condition. Very rare.
1st century AD. A mixed group of bronze bow brooches of Pannonian type comprising: seven small kräftige profilierte brooches with trumpet-head bow and six similar, larger examples; twenty five similar brooches with flared bow and six larger examples. 346 grams total, 29-45mm (1 1/4 - 1 3/4"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection numbers CP1 CP3 CP4 CP7 & CP8; formerly in the Fabulous Fibulas collection, Southern UK; formed in the 1980s and 1990s. Chris Rudd says: 'In the early 1990s when I began dealing in Celtic coins I developed an interest in the tribes of eastern Europe. One such tribe was the Pannonii, a group of Illyrian peoples who had absorbed Celtic influences to varying degrees. Their territory lay south and west of the Danube (Danuvius) in the valleys of the Drava and Sava and the latter's Bosnian tributaries. In 119 BC the Romans campaigned against the Pannonii, seizing Siscia. In 35 BC Octavian (Augustus) established a garrison at Siscia. The conquest of the Pannonii, notably the Breuci in the Sava valley, was completed ruthlessly by Tiberius and the Roman province of Pannonia was set up in AD 9. However, Celtic cultural influence continued to permeate everday life in Pannonia, just as it did in Britannia after the Claudian invasion of AD 43. This Celtic influence can be seen in Pannonian brooches. In the 1990s, I formed this small collection of Celto-Pannonian brooches. It was intended to be a 'study group' and I was more interested in varieties of type, rather than quality; which is why almost all these brooches lack pins and are cheap. The Kräftig Profilierte ('strongly profiled') type is well represented here. They date to the first century AD and, in my opinion, retain much that is Celtic in their design. Comparatively few have been found in Britain.' Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [44 No Reserve] Fair condition.
Ptolemaic Period, 332-30 BC. A pale blue glazed composition amuletic figure of a bound captive kneeling on a rectangular base with head turned and arms straight at the sides. Cf. Flinders Petrie, W.M. Amulets illustrated by the Egyptian Collection in University College, London, reprinted London, 1994 item 60(b) for type. 2.62 grams, 24mm (1"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. [No Reserve] Fine condition.
Late Period, 664-332 BC. A pale blue glazed composition plano-convex amuletic plaque of Duamutef standing with sceptre; holes to ends and underside. Cf. Flinders Petrie, W.M. Amulets illustrated by the Egyptian Collection in University College, London, reprinted London, 1994 item 182(h"). 7.50 grams, 52mm (2"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Very fine condition.
1st century AD. A mixed group of Pannonian bronze bow brooches comprising: eight small knee brooches with sprung pins; eight small kräftige profilierte brooches with trumpet-head bows; nine early crossbow type brooches (all fragmentary); twenty-one large kräftige profilierte brooches with flared bows. 435 grams total, 26-58mm (1 - 2 1/4"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection numbers CP2 CP9CP10CP16 & CP17; formerly in the Fabulous Fibulas collection, Southern UK; formed in the 1980s and 1990s. Chridd Rudd says: 'In the early 1990s when I began dealing in Celtic coins I developed an interest in the tribes of eastern Europe. One such tribe was the Pannonii, a group of Illyrian peoples who had absorbed Celtic influences to varying degrees. Their territory lay south and west of the Danube (Danuvius) in the valleys of the Drava and Sava and the latter's Bosnian tributaries. In 119 BC the Romans campaigned against the Pannonii, seizing Siscia. In 35 BC Octavian (Augustus) established a garrison at Siscia. The conquest of the Pannonii, notably the Breuci in the Sava valley, was completed ruthlessly by Tiberius and the Roman province of Pannonia was set up in AD 9. However, Celtic cultural influence continued to permeate everday life in Pannonia, just as it did in Britannia after the Claudian invasion of AD 43. This Celtic influence can be seen in Pannonian brooches. In the 1990s, I formed this small collection of Celto-Pannonian brooches. It was intended to be a 'study group' and I was more interested in varieties of type, rather than quality; which is why almost all these brooches lack pins and are cheap. The Kräftig Profilierte ('strongly profiled') type is well represented here. They date to the first century AD and, in my opinion, retain much that is Celtic in their design. Comparatively few have been found in Britain.' Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [46 No Reserve] Fair condition.
Circa 1590 AD. A large gold ring with scrolled pictorial band between the oval main and back bezels; the principal bezel with profile cameo portrait of Elizabeth I with ornate ruff and collar with traces of enamels (possibly once with a crystal inset over the portrait) within an inner border set with cabochon ruby above and garnet below, the sides inset with square turquoise to left and right with rectangular pairs of lapis lazuli and turquoise between (some now missing), the outer border with cells of deep red enamel; the shoulder to right depicting a conch shell and facing figure of crowned Neptune holding trident with blue-green enamel background, supported by two fishes; the shoulder to left depicting a nude female figure reclining in a shell (Britannia as Aphrodite/Venus?) with blue-green enamel background, supported by two fishes; the back bezel with inset oval cameo carved in ancient bone (partially mineralised) depicting a large ship with high sterncastle, three masts and gunports (a British naval vessel?) with empty cells at corners. [A video is available on TimeLine Auctions website] See Scarisbrick, Diana, Portrait Jewels, Thames & Hudson, 2011 and Tudor and Jacobean Jewellery, Tate Gallery, 1995 pl.52 for much information; see Cocks, Anna Somers, An Introduction to Courtly Jewellery, HMSO, London, 1980, pp.24-25 nos.20-21 for details of two Armada jewels and p.27 no.24 for the enamelled cameo portrait Barbor jewel; see Oman, Charles, British Rings, 800-1914 London, 1974 pl.78B, the Earl of Essex ring, for an example of a stone cameo ring given by Elizabeth, with two other examples (78A and 78C); see also Dalton, O. M., Franks Bequest Catalogue of the Finger Rings, British Museum, 1912 no.1358 for the Earl of Essex ring; John Cherry has commented: It is really quite a remarkable ring....the bust looks to be that of Elizabeth I. I would compare it to the bust of the Queen on the Phoenix Jewel in the British Museum....The variety of enamel and stones is interesting. Particularly the use of turquoise and a dark blue stone (lapis lazuli"). David Miller has opined I feel that it is a royal gift from the Queen and by the portrait would judge that the ring dates from about 1585 to 1595. I am pretty sure that the portrait is by the artist Nicholas Hilliard as he designed a number of medals including the 1588 naval reward medal which is the first British war medal (see British Battles and Medals, Spink, 1988 no.1"). 22.42 grams, 25mm overall, 19.50mm internal diameter (approximate size British T, USA 9 1/2 Europe 21.26 Japan 20) (1"). Property of an Elizabeth I coin and artefact connoisseur; acquired London, UK, before 1996; formerly with Richard Hodges of Northampton, UK, prior to 1985 and then held by an eminent Mayfair, London numismatic company. Accompanied by a copy of a receipt letter from R.A. Hodges, dated 26th November 1984; and a positive X-Ray Fluorescence metal analysis certificate. Elizabeth is known to have commissioned jewels for herself, such as the famous locket ring with portraits of her mother, Anne Boleyn and herself (taken from her finger on her death and shown to James I as proof of her death, now held by the Trustees of Chequers, the country residence of the Prime Minister) and to have presented jewels to others; this ring, with its strong seafaring imagery, is very likely to have been presented in 'grateful thanks' to a person of high importance who was directly involved with the defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588. There is apparently no specific record of this but possible candidates for the gift might include Sir Francis Drake (vice-admiral, who famously refused to interrupt his game of bowls at Plymouth when told of the approaching Spanish ships), Sir John Hawkins (rear admiral) or Lord Howard of Effingham (commander of the English forces who conceded some control to Drake when the English fleet set sail from Plymouth to confront the Spanish); other names for consideration might include Sir Walter Raleigh (Elizabeth's naval advisor and provider of the Ark Royal), Sir Martin Frobisher, Lord Sheffield, Sir Richard Grenville, Sir Robert Southwell, Lord Henry Seymour, Sir William Winter, John Davis or Edward Fenton. The bone cameo forming the back bezel of the ring shows a large Tudor three-masted sailing ship with a high sterncastle and gunports; allowing for the small scale of the image, the picture shows a typical English fighting vessel of the Armada period. It could be that if the ring was presented to a commander of one of the ships fighting off the Armada, then it could represent his own vessel. The English ships taking part in the defence against the Spanish Armada, with their commanders, included Ark Royal (flag ship of Lord Charles Howard of Effingham), Rainbow (Lord Henry Seymour), Golden Lion (Thomas Howard), White Bear (Alexander Gibson), Vanguard (William Winter), Revenge (Sir Francis Drake), Elizabeth (Robert Southwell), Victory (Rear Admiral Sir John Hawkins), Antelope (Henry Palmer), Triumph (Martin Frobisher), Dreadnought (George Beeston), Mary Rose (Edward Fenton), Nonpareil (Thomas Fenner), Hope (Robert Crosse), Swiftsure (Edward Fenner) and Swallow (Sir Richard Hawkins"). Further research might produce a link with a Tudor portrait that could demonstrate ownership. Elizabeth's address to her forces at Tilbury on 9 August 1558 with the knowledge that the ships and army of Spain were about to assault England, is perhaps her most famous speech and, from a surviving manuscript in the British Library written by Dr Lionel Sharp, her words are transcribed: My loving people, We have been persuaded by some that are careful of our safety, to take heed how we commit our selves to armed multitudes, for fear of treachery; but I assure you I do not desire to live to distrust my faithful and loving people. Let tyrants fear. I have always so behaved myself that, under God, I have placed my chiefest strength and safeguard in the loyal hearts and good-will of my subjects; and therefore I am come amongst you, as you see, at this time, not for my recreation and disport, but being resolved, in the midst and heat of the battle, to live and die amongst you all; to lay down for my God, and for my kingdom, and my people, my honour and my blood, even in the dust. I know I have the body but of a weak and feeble woman; but I have the heart and stomach of a king, and of a king of England too, and think foul scorn that Parma or Spain, or any prince of Europe, should dare to invade the borders of my realm: to which rather than any dishonour shall grow by me, I myself will take up arms, I myself will be your general, judge, and rewarder of every one of your virtues in the field. I know already, for your forwardness you have deserved rewards and crowns; and We do assure you in the word of a prince, they shall be duly paid you. In the mean time, my lieutenant general shall be in my stead, than whom never prince commanded a more noble or worthy subject; not doubting but by your obedience to my general, by your concord in the camp, and your valour in the field, we shall shortly have a famous victory over those enemies of my God, of my kingdom, and of my people. Jewels and rings bearing the portrait of Elizabeth I are well known, including 'The Sir Francis Drake Jewel', a locket traditionally held to have been given to Drake by Elizabeth in the late 16th century - possibly associated with the Armada victory; Drake is shown wearing this locket in a portrait dated to 1591 and it contains a portrait of Elizabeth and of her emblem, a phoenix; it is interesting to note that the jewelled border to the locket is inset with stones in a similar manner to this ring. There is also the 'Armada Pendant', a similar locket given by Elizabeth to Sir Thomas Heneage which holds a miniature by Hilliard. Rings include the Earl of Essex example, with a stone cameo portrait and others. Good condition, fine portrait. Unique and historically important
18th Dynasty, 1550-1292 BC. A green glazed composition date palm leaf amulet with applied loop. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 65(d"). 0.47 grams, 25mm (1"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. [No Reserve] Fine condition.
256-258 AD. Cologne mint. Obv: DIVO VALERIANO CAES legend with radiate and draped bust right. Rev: CONSACRATIO legend with Valerian Junior hand raised and holding sceptre seated left on back of eagle soaring right. Eastern field mint. Obv: P LIC COR VALERIANVS CAES legend with radiate and draped bust right. Rev: VICTORIA PART legend with Victory standing right holding plam branc and presenting wreath to emperor in military attire standing left holding globe and resting on spear. RIC 9; RSC 5; Sear 10606/RIC 54; RSC 97; Sear 10742. 2.67 2.67 grams. . With collector tickets. [2] Good very fine; reverse of first a little weak.
Saite Period, 624-525 BC. A pale blue glazed composition amulet of Shu kneeling with raised hands, on a D-shaped base with dorsal pillar. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 11(d"). 1.89 grams, 27mm (1"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Fine condition.
New Kingdom, 1550-1070 BC. A white glazed composition triangular mask with short beard, twin loops above the eyes. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 fig.70 for type. 0.40 grams, 14mm (1/2"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Fine condition.
Third Intermediate Period, 1069-702 BC. An ochre glazed composition male head amulet with loop to the reverse. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 70(f"). 1.15 grams, 18mm (3/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. number of items [No Reserve] Fine condition.
1974 AD. A bronze maquette of the famous 1971 monumental statue by the same sculptor presently standing in Parliament Square, London, this maquette commissioned by The Library of Imperial History from Ivor Roberts-Jones (1913-1996) in 1974 and cast at the same Meridian Bronze Foundry as the original; set on an inscribed cast base, to commemorate the centenary of his birth; numbered 212 and with certificate number 212, signed by the sculptor and J. Crofton of Meridian Bronze Co. 18.9 kg, 61cm including base (24"). Property of an Essex lady; acquired by inheritance. This maquette was first unveiled by Earl Mountbatten of Burma at a reception held at the Hyde Park Hotel, London, 9 September 1974. Very fine condition; the base with minor blemishes.
Roman Period, 30 BC-323 AD. A glazed composition separator bead formed as four parallel ribbed tubes to hold four parallel strands in place. 0.65 grams, 16mm (3/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. number of items [No Reserve] Fine condition.
. A 500 carat group of tumble-polished tourmaline pieces, principally of green but also with some blue and red, from Brazil. See Bonewitz, Dr. Ronald Louis, Rocks & Minerals, 2008 p.288-289. 108 grams, 7mm average (1/4"). From a historic ‘Victorian Museum’ collection; from the stock of Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (1981-2014); formerly with Gregory, Bottley & Co. (1932-1981) and previously with J. R. Gregory & Co. (1898-1932); originally in the collection of the famous James Reynolds Gregory (1858-1898"). This item is part of a historic collection of fossils and minerals which has recently been reviewed by leading geological expert Dr. Ronald Bonewitz. The firm Gregory, Bottley and Lloyd (Gregory's), was acquired by TimeLine Auctions in 2016. London-born James Reynolds Gregory (1832-1899) founded the company, which is the second longest-running gem and fossil dealership in the world. James was educated at Archbishop Tennison's School, and afterward found employment in a jewellery company on Regent Street. In 1858 he established his own business in King William Street. A few years later he moved to ‘very extensive premises’ in Golden Square, Covent Garden. He was one of the best known dealers in London, exhibiting at major commercial shows throughout the world and winning awards for excellence in Paris in 1867 Sydney in 1879 and London in 1862 1883 and 1884. James primarily bought his stock at auction, from collectors and other dealers, and supplied many major collectors and scientists of his day. He built superb personal collections, a selection going to the British Museum. He wrote many papers and was a member of several learned societies including the Society of Arts. The business became known as J.R. Gregory & Company in 1896 still under James' management with the assistance of his son Albert Gregory (b.1864"). When James died three years later, the business passed to Albert. At the end of the 19th century most London dealers had folded or retired, many selling out to J.R. Gregory & Co. Albert continued by acquiring Russell and Shaw (Est. 1848) in 1925 and Francis H. Butler (Est. 1884) in 1927. Percy Bottley (1904-1980) took over the company in 1931 renaming it Gregory, Bottley & Company with respect to his predecessors. Percy’s company survived the 2nd World War by buying out all of its competitors, including the supplier to Pitt-Rivers, Samuel Henson (Est. 1840) and G.H. Richards (Est. 1897) in 1936. Percy also added many important collections to his stock including those of Rev. F. Holmes in 1940 and the Graves collection in 1943. Following Percy's death in 1981 the business was sold to Brian Lloyd, whereupon it became Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd. Brian had been Sotheby’s main Natural History expert in the 1960s and 1970s, and subsequently traded from Pall Mall. The business continued to thrive, and Brian purchased the Joseph Neeld (1789-1856) collection in 1974 and the historic gold collection of H.S. Gordon, first exhibited at the Empire Exhibition, South Africa in 1936. Brian moved the business to 12-13 Rickett Street in 1982 and to 13 Seagrave Road in 1993. He carried on the company's specialization in historic collections, most recently acquiring that of Robert Ferguson (1767-1840) in 2000. The business moved to Walmer in Kent in 2008 and was acquired by TimeLine in April 2016. Trading History Est. 1858 (59 Frith Street, Soho) 1859 - 1861 (3 King William Street, Strand) 1862 - 1866 (25 Golden Square, Covent Garden) 1866 - 1874 (15 Russell Street, Covent Garden) 1874 - 1895 (88 Charlotte Street, Fitzroy Square) 1896 - 1906 (1 Kelso Place, Kensington) 1907 - 1926 (139 Fulham Road, Chelsea) 1926 - 1981 (30 (Old) Church Street, Chelsea) 1982 - 1993 (12-13 Rickett Street, Fulham) 1993 - 2007 (13 Seagrave Road, Fulham) 2007 - 2015 (59 Liverpool Road, Walmer, Kent) 2015 - 2017 (363 Main Road, Harwich, Essex) [No Reserve] Extremely fine condition.
20th-18th century BC. A carved haematite cylinder seal with a male deity seated on a throne, left hand holding a cup, in the upper register an eight-pointed star of Ishtar in a solar disc with a crescentic moon below, a standing worshipper accompanied by a Lama goddess, three columns of inscription: 'Rim-ia, son of Sin-nakab, servant of Adad'. Cf. Collon, D. First Impressions. Cylinder Seals in the Ancient Near East, London, 2005 item 157. 17.87 grams, 24mm (1"). From an important collection of seals formed in the late 1970s and early 1980s; the property of a London gentleman. This seal is accompanied by a professional hand-written translation and transliteration note. Very fine condition.
Saite Period, 624-525 BC. A green glazed composition plano-convex flared head of a papyrus stalk or sceptre with loop above. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 items 83(a, c"). 5.48 grams, 20mm (3/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Fine condition.
Issued 1974 AD. Designed by John Pinches and issued by Le Medaillier de Paris (the Paris affiliate of the Franklin Mint) to celebrate the centenary of the first Impressionist Art Exhibition held in Paris April-May 1874; the set comprising fifty silver-gilt medals struck at 500 grains each (32.4 grams and Paris hallmarked to edge) and depicting to obverses a medallic representation of a work by an Impressionist artist, the reverse stating the artist and the name of the work concerned; with a binder containing an information sheet for each medal and a Certificate; the medals housed in the custom-made, velvet-lined wooden case of issue with brass plate to top. Medals 1.62 kg total, with case 6.50 kg, case 58 x 33cm (23 x 13"). Property of an Essex lady; acquired by inheritance. Good condition; some surface tarnishing.
Third Intermediate Period, 1069-702 BC. A green carved stone wedjat amulet. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 46(g"). 0.47 grams, 11mm (1/2"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. [No Reserve] Extremely fine condition.
130-77 BC // 14 BC-37 AD. Group comprising: Aegeae, Cilicia. civic issue. Obv: bearded head of Herakles right. Rev: AIGEAIWN THS IERAS KAI AYTONOMOY legend with club and bowcase. HF monogram in right field. Tiberius. Laodikeia, Phrygia mint. Obv: SEBATOS legend with bare head right. Rev: DIOSKOYRIDHS LAODIKEWN legend with Zeus, wearing long robe, standing left, holding eagle and sceptre; KOR monogram in right field. BMC 10; Bloesch 198-199; SNG Levante 1672/RPC I 2906; BMC 141-142; Paris 1522; Waddington 6262; SNG Cop 547-548. See Wildwinds.com (first coin"). 2.76 5.85 grams. . [2 No Reserve] Good fine to very fine.
Third Intermediate Period, 1069-702 BC. A white glazed composition amulet of Bastet in cat form sitting on a rectangular base, studs to the chest, loop behind the shoulders. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 28(f"). 1.18 grams, 21mm (3/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Very fine condition.
Saite Period, 624-525 BC. A green glazed composition amulet of Sekhmet wearing a sun-disc headdress with uraeus, base and dorsal pillar. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 26(e) for type. 1.19 grams, 30mm (1 1/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Very fine condition.
Roman Period, 30 BC-323 AD. A bronze figurine of a dog on a rectangular base with loop to the shoulders. Cf. Flinders Petrie, W.M. Amulets illustrated by the Egyptian Collection in University College, London, reprinted London, 1994 item 229(d) for type. 4.68 grams, 22mm (1"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Fine condition.
Published 1561 AD. Taken from La Geografia di Claudio Tolomeo Alessandrino, Venice, translated by Girolamo Ruscelli and Vincenzo Valgrisi as 'Nuouamente tradotta di Greco in Italiano'; comprises an original double-page with Latin text relating to the map to reverses with hand-coloured folding map titled SORIA ET TERRA SANTA NVOVA TAVOLA, also showing Cyprus and part of the eastern Mediterranean region, the border, water and hills coloured with red lining to most place names. See British Museum, General Catalogue of Printed Books to 1955 pp.334-344 for information on the issues of this work. 5.93 grams, 30x22cm (12 x 8 3/4"). Ex Swiss collection; acquired 1980s. Claudius Ptolemaeus (circa 100-170AD) was born in Alexandria and became one of the foremost scholars of his day as a geographer (he is sometimes known as the 'Father of Geography) and mathematician with his works being important for centuries after his death; in the Medieval period, his atlas was first published in Bologna in 1477; an incomplete copy of the 1561 edition containing fifty (of sixty-four) maps was sold by Christies, 10 October 2013 lot 68 and achieved a hammer price of 10000. Very fine condition. Rare.
Third Intermediate Period, 1069-702 BC. A green-olive glazed composition amuletic aegis with counterpoise, lion's head with disc and uraeus, counterpoise with a rosette. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 40(c"). 1.35 grams, 29mm (1 1/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. [No Reserve] Fine condition.
1467-1468 AD. First reign, light coinage, type VIII. Obv: facing bust with quatrefoil on breast and each side of neck within tressure with trefoils to cusps with EDWARD DI GRA REX ANGL Z FRANC legend with 'crown' mintmark. Rev: long cross and pellets with POSVII DEVM ADIVTORE MEVM and CIVITAS LONDON legends for London mint with 'sun' mintmark. S. 2001; N. 1571. 2.69 grams. . Found UK. [No Reserve] Good fine.
16th-17th century AD. A slender D-section gold hoop with graduated rosettes to the shoulders, scrolls supporting a cupped bezel with egg-and-dart modelling to the rim, open to the underside; inset baguette-cut Type IIa 'first water' diamond; engraved areas were once enameled black as was customary for that period, trace enamel in extant. [A video of this lot is available on the TimeLine Auctions website] See Ward, A., Cherry, J., Gere, C. & Cartlidge, B. Rings Through the Ages, Fribourg, 1981 p.89-97 for discussion of the type. Also see: https://en.oxforddictionaries.com/definition/of_the_first_water. 3.78 grams, 23mm overall, 16.04mm internal diameter (approximate size British K, USA 5 1/4 Europe 10.27 Japan 10) (1"). Property of an American collector; formerly in the collection of H. Gordon Bois; acquired from Sotheby's, 1 April 1947; the 1947 catalogue entry dates this ring as 16th century and of either Italian or German origin. Supplied with a copy of an EGL Gemological laboratory report, New York, USA, dated 13 October 2016; a Fischer Technology Inc., Windsor, Connecticut, metallurgy report; and a positive X-Ray Fluorescence metal analysis certificate from Oxford X-ray Fluorescence Ltd. The stone was sourced from the Golconda mines, Hyderabad, India, which ceased production in 1725. It was subjected to analysis at EGL USA in New York in October 2016 and certified 'Type IIA and not treated'. Type II diamonds have no nitrogen impurities. Type IIa diamonds comprise 1-2% of all natural diamonds; they are often entirely devoid of impurities and are usually colourless. The underside of the ring's bezel was probably cut away in the 19th century to improve the appearance of the stone. Dr Bonewitz notes: 'The diamond would have, at the time of its cutting, been described as a 'diamond of the first water', in reference to its perfect clarity. The term went out of use for defining the colour, clarity and internal cleanliness of diamonds when newer, more scientific grading systems came into use. Golconda stones of this purity are very rare.' Very fine condition. Rare.
Third Intermediate Period, 1069-702 BC. A blue glazed composition wedjat with incised brow detailing, black pigment to the pupil. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 46(b"). 1.74 grams, 21mm (3/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. [No Reserve] Fine condition.
Late 1st century AD. A rectangular block with stamped text 'LEG I ITAL' for 1st Legion 'Italica'; with original mortar still attached to the back, a label attached to one side: 'Roman brick made by the 1st Italica Legion at Olpia Oescus on the lower Danube, one of Trajan's strategic bases prior to the second invasion of Dacia in 106 AD - LEG I ITAL'. 4.2 Kg, 18.5cm (7 1/4"). Property of an Essex gentleman; previously in a Suffolk collection formed in the 1970s. LEG I ITAL was the first legion raised by Emperor Nero in September 66 AD and was still based on the Danube in the 5th century. Fine condition.
9th-7th century BC. A carnelian cylinder seal, a contemporary copy of an earlier seal, with intaglio frieze of a crouching bowman behind a tree aiming at a regardant ibex. See Collon, D. First Impressions. Cylinder Seals in the Ancient Near East, London, 2005 for discussion. 1.11 grams, 15mm (1/2"). Private collection, London, UK; formerly with Persepolis Gallery, Mayfair, London, UK; in the 1980s. Very fine condition.
26th Dynasty, 664-525 BC. A steatite Menat amulet with incised hatching. Cf. Flinders Petrie, W.M. Amulets illustrated by the Egyptian Collection in University College, London, reprinted London, 1994 item 17. 1.69 grams, 22mm (1"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. [No Reserve] Fine condition.
Ptolemaic Period, 332-30 BC. A carved limestone amulet with domed disc attached to a transverse bar. Cf. Flinders Petrie, W.M. Amulets illustrated by the Egyptian Collection in University College, London, reprinted London, 1994 item 42. 1.76 grams, 19mm (3/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. [No Reserve] Fine condition.
Roman Period, 30 BC-323 AD. A red jasper carved amulet of a charm-case with ribbed base and loop, unpierced. Cf. Flinders Petrie, W.M. Amulets illustrated by the Egyptian Collection in University College, London, reprinted London, 1994 item 133(n) for type. 4.22 grams, 22mm (1"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Very fine condition.
18th Dynasty, 1550-1292 BC. A green glazed composition amulet of a panther head, with twin tubular construction. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 70(e"). 2.55 grams, 18mm (3/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. [No Reserve] Fine condition.
Dated 1663 AD. First bust. Obv: profile bust with CAROLVS II DEI GRATIA legend. Rev: cruciform arms with CC mongram in angles with MAG BR FRA ET HIB REX legend without stops and date. Edge: raised DECVS ET TVTAMEN ANNO REGNI XV inscription. S. 3354; ESC 6th 360 (old 26A"). 29.15 grams. . Near fine. Scarce.
Mainly Late Period, 664-332 BC. A mixed group of glazed composition and stone amulets including a Red Crown, figure of Bes, writing tablet and others. 10 grams total, 14-22mm (1/2 - 1"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. number of items [10 No Reserve] Fine condition.
. A massive boulder of pyrite crystals ranging in size from minute to larger formations, deeply striated and with a bright lustre. See Bonewitz, Dr. Ronald Louis, Rocks & Minerals, 2008 p.137. 7.34 kg, 20cm (8"). From Peru; from the historic ‘Victorian Museum’ or later collection of Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's); formerly Gregory, Bottley & Co. (1932-1981) and previously J. R. Gregory & Co. (1898-1932); originally James Reynolds Gregory (1858-1898"). This item is part of a historic collection of fossils and minerals which has recently been reviewed by leading geological expert Dr. Ronald Bonewitz. The firm Gregory, Bottley and Lloyd (Gregory's), was acquired by TimeLine Auctions in 2016. London-born James Reynolds Gregory (1832-1899) founded the company, which is the second longest-running gem and fossil dealership in the world. James was educated at Archbishop Tennison's School, and afterward found employment in a jewellery company on Regent Street. In 1858 he established his own business in King William Street. A few years later he moved to ‘very extensive premises’ in Golden Square, Covent Garden. He was one of the best known dealers in London, exhibiting at major commercial shows throughout the world and winning awards for excellence in Paris in 1867 Sydney in 1879 and London in 1862 1883 and 1884. James primarily bought his stock at auction, from collectors and other dealers, and supplied many major collectors and scientists of his day. He built superb personal collections, a selection going to the British Museum. He wrote many papers and was a member of several learned societies including the Society of Arts. The business became known as J.R. Gregory & Company in 1896 still under James' management with the assistance of his son Albert Gregory (b.1864"). When James died three years later, the business passed to Albert. At the end of the 19th century most London dealers had folded or retired, many selling out to J.R. Gregory & Co. Albert continued by acquiring Russell and Shaw (Est. 1848) in 1925 and Francis H. Butler (Est. 1884) in 1927. Percy Bottley (1904-1980) took over the company in 1931 renaming it Gregory, Bottley & Company with respect to his predecessors. Percy’s company survived the 2nd World War by buying out all of its competitors, including the supplier to Pitt-Rivers, Samuel Henson (Est. 1840) and G.H. Richards (Est. 1897) in 1936. Percy also added many important collections to his stock including those of Rev. F. Holmes in 1940 and the Graves collection in 1943. Following Percy's death in 1981 the business was sold to Brian Lloyd, whereupon it became Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd. Brian had been Sotheby’s main Natural History expert in the 1960s and 1970s, and subsequently traded from Pall Mall. The business continued to thrive, and Brian purchased the Joseph Neeld (1789-1856) collection in 1974 and the historic gold collection of H.S. Gordon, first exhibited at the Empire Exhibition, South Africa in 1936. Brian moved the business to 12-13 Rickett Street in 1982 and to 13 Seagrave Road in 1993. He carried on the company's specialization in historic collections, most recently acquiring that of Robert Ferguson (1767-1840) in 2000. The business moved to Walmer in Kent in 2008 and was acquired by TimeLine in April 2016. Trading History Est. 1858 (59 Frith Street, Soho) 1859 - 1861 (3 King William Street, Strand) 1862 - 1866 (25 Golden Square, Covent Garden) 1866 - 1874 (15 Russell Street, Covent Garden) 1874 - 1895 (88 Charlotte Street, Fitzroy Square) 1896 - 1906 (1 Kelso Place, Kensington) 1907 - 1926 (139 Fulham Road, Chelsea) 1926 - 1981 (30 (Old) Church Street, Chelsea) 1982 - 1993 (12-13 Rickett Street, Fulham) 1993 - 2007 (13 Seagrave Road, Fulham) 2008 - 2016 (59 Liverpool Road, Walmer, Kent) 2016 - (363 Main Road, Harwich, Essex) Extremely fine condition.
14th century BC. A composition cylinder seal with frieze comprising two recumbent winged gryphons back to back, to running scrolls, one above and one below, and worshipper before a sacred tree to the side. Cf. D. Collon, First Impressions. Cylinder Seals in the Ancient Near East, London, 1987 p.63 fig.258. 5.49 grams, 30mm (1 1/4"). From the collection of a North West London gentleman; acquired in the 1980s. Fine condition.
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