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Lot 381
3rd-2nd century BC. An iron sword with wide double-edged blade, raised middle ridge to both sides and rounded tip, long tang and conical pommel with later antennae and guard. See Pleiner, R., The Celtic sword, Oxford, 1993; Allen, S., Celtic Warrior 300 BC-AD 100, Oxford, 2001; for a similar specimen see a sword from Pottenbrunn in Fischer, T., Die Kelten in Donauraum und in den Ostalpen in vorrömischer Zeit, in Noricum Orbis Provinciarum Wien,1999, pp.6-14, p.8, fig.7. 522 grams, 75.5cm (29 3/4"). From a 1980s collection, acquired by the vendor’s family; thence by descent; accompanied by an academic report by military specialist Dr Raffaele D'Amato. The sword was the main weapon of the Celtic warrior, together with the spear. Diodorus tell us that the swords were worn by the Celts on their right side, hanging from a belt tied around the waist, and were not carried hanging from a baldric over the shoulder like the Greeks or the Etruscans had (V, 30, 3"). He describes (V, 29 and 30) the fighting techniques of the Celts (combat chariot) and lists all the weapons used: shields as tall as a man which exhibit embossed figures of animals in rolled brass with both decorative and protective function; brass helmets with high crests, horns, or with figures of birds and quadrupeds to the top; iron ring mail armor; long swords hanging from the right side by means of iron and bronze chain; spears; javelins; war trumpets with hoarse sounds; gold or silver plated belts. Fine condition.
Lot 389
6th century AD. A sword pommel, upper guard and associated portion of the iron tang; the pommel of cocked-hat type in sheet silver with a panel of niello-enhanced Style II knotwork to each broad face and a looser knot to each lateral face; the upper guard formed as two silver lentoid plates, the lower one slightly dished, joined to the upper with six vertical bronze pins; below the lower plate, a ring of beaded wire, elliptical in plan enclosing the grip of the hilt. Cf. Carver, M. Sutton Hoo. A Seventh Century Princely Burial Ground and its Context, London, 2005; Pollington, S., Kerr, L. & Hammond, B. Wayland's Work: Anglo-Saxon Art, Myth & Material Culture from the 4th to 7th century, Ely, 2010, p.271-3; Mortimer, P. Woden's Warriors, Ely, 2011; Brunning, S. The Sword in Early Medieval Northern Europe: Experience, Identity, Representation, Woodbridge, 2019; Menghin, W. Das Schwert im Frühen Mittelalter, Stuttgart, 1983; Fern, C. Dickinson, T. & Webster, L. The Staffordshire Hoard: an Anglo-Saxon Treasure, London, 2019. 41.5 grams, 61mm (2 1/2"). From an old Suffolk collection; formed 1990-2000. The item includes the entire metal assemblage from the upper end of a Saxon sword from the early period (Pollington et al. 2010; Mortimer, 2011"). The organic guard which sat between the two lentoid plates was probably of horn or bone and highly decorated, but it has not survived. The designs on the two faces of the pommel are not identical: this is the case with all examples of pommels from the 6th-7th century. The knotted bands creating the Style II design find close parallels in the Staffordshire Hoard (Fern et al, 2019), and on the great gold buckle from Sutton Hoo Mound 1. The elliptical shape of the beaded wire ring indicates the shape in plan of the organic grip. The profile of the pommel is similar to item 31 in the Staffordshire Hoard catalogue (Fern et al, 2019), although on that example the interlace is in gold filigree, looser in execution and spread out; item 53 in the same group is likewise similar in profile, but bears garnet cloisonné ornament. Items 64-67 are likewise silver and closer in their general profile to the present piece, but lack the Style II ornament. Fine condition.
Lot 40
2nd century BC. A bronze ring with broad plaque, intaglio profile bust of Berenike II; modern gold restoration to the hoop. Cf. Chadour, A.B., Rings. The Alice and Louis Koch Collection, volume I, Leeds, 1994, item 69, for type. 23.92 grams, 28.93mm overall, 20.19mm internal diameter (approximate size British N, USA 6 1/2, Europe 13.72, Japan 13) (1"). From a private New York collection; previously in a private Connecticut, USA, collection; acquired in the 1980s. Berenike II was ruler of Cyrenaica from 267 BC – 221 BC and co-regent in Ptolemaic Egypt from 246 BC to 222 BC as the wife of Ptolemy III Euergetes. Very fine condition. A large wearable size. ( A video of this lot can be viewed on Timeline Auctions website.)
Lot 432
1st-2nd century AD. A penannular gold neck-ring with body formed from twisted rods, loop finials. See Farley, J. and Hunter, F., Celts Art and Identity, London, 2015, p.105-7 and 123-4, for discussion of torcs and their role in British society. 88.52 grams, 14cm (5 1/2"). From the private collection of Jon Lawton, Surrey, UK; ex Nicholas Wright collection; formerly with Maurice Braham in the early 1980s; accompanied by an Art Loss Register certificate no. 8708(8).AR; a positive metal analysis report and a copy of the collector’s notes; this lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by AIAD certificate number no.163548-10099. Neck-rings were a symbol of power in Iron Age society - as much a badge of rank as a personal decoration or adornment. While bronze and silver examples are relatively widespread, examples in gold are rare and it is believed that the use of this metal marked the wearer out as significant - either an important political leader or a religious officiant, or both. Very fine condition. ( A video of this lot can be viewed on Timeline Auctions website.)
Lot 486
13th-15th century AD. A gold ring with keeled hoop expanding at the shoulders forming lateral projections, square raised bezel engraved with a cross-on-steps, palm leaf to each side, Greek letters ? and C to each side of the cross. 12.18 grams, 24.91mm overall, 18.52mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q 1/2, USA 8 1/4, Europe 18.12, Japan 17) (1"). Ex London, UK, collection of a deceased gentleman, 1980-2010. Fine condition. A large wearable size.
Lot 515
Late 16th century AD. A gold ring with bevelled hoop expanding at the shoulders to form a faux-claw setting for the closed bezel, the bezel with inset octagonal natural unenhanced sapphire. 6.28 grams, 24.24mm overall, 17.09mm internal diameter (approximate size British N, USA 6 1/2, Europe 13.72, Japan 13) (1"). Property of a UK gentleman; acquired from a London gallery in the late 1980s; formerly from a private European collection, formed in the 1960s and 1970s; accompanied by an independent specialist report and valuation by graduate gemmologist and jewellery expert Anna Rogers, GIA GG, BA, Gem-A, ref. no.161798/01/09/2020. Very fine condition. ( A video of this lot can be viewed on Timeline Auctions website.)
Lot 517
17th century AD. A gold fede finger ring with hoop formed as entwined stems with cinquefoil flowers, the plaque formed as two hands clasping with ribbed cuffs. 9.11 grams, 24.11mm overall, 20.50mm internal diameter (approximate size British V, USA 10 1/2, Europe 23.77, Japan 22) (3/4"). Property of a central London collector; acquired from a large private collection formed in the 1980s. Very fine condition. A large wearable size. ( A video of this lot can be viewed on Timeline Auctions website.)
Lot 518
18th century AD. A gold finger ring with engraved italic inscription to the inner face 'God above send peace & Love' with maker's mark 'CC' for Charles Chesterman of London. 2.86 grams, 20.60mm overall, 18.63mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 16) (3/4"). From the collection of an English gentleman; formerly in an old British collection; formed in the 1970s. Fine condition. A large wearable size.
Lot 521
Late 16th century AD. A substantial gold ring with D-section hoop, scrolled capital with volute scroll to each shoulder, hexagonal bezel with a skull on a black enamelled field, '+BE.HOLD.THE.ENDE' legend surrounding. Cf. Oman, C.C., British Rings 800-1914, London, 1974, item 85(B"). 10.93 grams, 23.68mm overall, 18.87mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18) (1"). From an East London collection; previously in a collection formed between 1990-2000. Very fine condition. A large wearable size. ( A video of this lot can be viewed on Timeline Auctions website.)
Lot 523
Dated 29th October 1817 AD. A gold mourning ring with black enamel field and reserved skeleton over an hourglass and crossed bones; engraved inside '+ G.S. Obt.: 29:Oct:17: æ:9'. 6.70 grams, 20.53mm overall, 17.47mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14) (3/4"). Property of a central London collector; acquired from a large private collection formed in the 1980s. Very fine condition. ( A video of this lot can be viewed on Timeline Auctions website.)
Lot 547
20th century AD. A gilt regalia set comprising: an openwork headdress with central rosette cluster and two rectangular projections to the rear, the side panels with clusters of layered star motifs within plaited border, adjustable loop closure to the rear, the inside with padded velvet lining; an arm-ring and bracelet with woven background, applied decorative panels of stars and rosettes, hook closure to the rear, the inside with padded velvet lining. For similar see the Dallas Museum of Art exhibition, The Power of Gold, Asante Royal Regalia from Ghana, 15 April 2018: ‘The Dallas Museum of Art presents an exhibition dedicated to the royal regalia of the Asante kingdom. Spanning three centuries, The Power of Gold: Asante Royal Regalia from Ghana brings together over 250 objects, including crowns, sword ornaments, ceremonial furniture, textiles, pectoral disks, weapons, a state umbrella, musical instruments, and jewelry made of wood, silk, brass, iron, and gold. Organized by the DMA and inspired by the Museum’s collection, The Power of Gold is the first American museum exhibition dedicated to Asante regalia in over 30 years, and explores the unique role and impact of gold on the development of Asante society, economy, and arts.’ 1.5 kg total, 9.5-26cm (3 3/4 - 10 1/4"). UK private collection 2012-2020; acquired from Niger Bend, Chittenango, New York, USA; from the Asante (Ashanti, Achanti) tribe, Ghana, West Africa; this lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by AIAD certificate number no.160587-10110. The wealthy, gold-rich Ashanti people are part of the Akan ethnic group and are native to the Ashanti Region of modern-day Ghana. In the 1670s the Ashanti, also known as Asante people, went from being a tributary state to the centralised hierarchical Denkyira kingdom. The empire was founded in 1670, and the Asante capital Kumasi was founded in 1680 by Asantehene (emperor) Osei Kofi Tutu I. Ashanti was one of the few African states that seriously resisted European colonizers, however the British finally defeated the kingdom following the ‘War of the Golden Stool’ in 1900. In 1935 the Ashanti became the self-ruling sovereignty of the Kingdom of Ashanti, and the Ashanti King title of Asantehene was revived. [3] Very fine condition.
Lot 88
Late 3rd-early 4th century AD. An unusual gold ring with the lower part of the hoop formed as a wreath, angled shoulders extending to a high openwork bezel set with carved moonstone cabochon in the form of a leaf. Cf. Scarisbrick, D., Rings. Jewelry of Power, Love and Loyalty, London, 2013, p.231, item 314, for a ring with ivy-leaf bezel, and p.300, item 417, for a ring with similar construction; cf. Haedeke, H.U., Schmuck Aus Drei Jahrtausenden, Koln, 2000, p.39, items 42,43. 6.81 grams, 26.73mm overall, 18.61mm internal diameter (approximate size British N 1/2, USA 6 3/4, Europe 14.35, Japan 13) (1"). Property of a Richmond gentleman; part of his family collection formed before 1980; thence by descent; accompanied by an independent specialist report and valuation by graduate gemmologist and jewellery expert Anna Rogers, GIA GG, BA, Gem-A, ref. no.160607/01/09/2020. Very fine condition. A rare and unusual type. ( A video of this lot can be viewed on Timeline Auctions website.)
Lot 89
2nd century AD. A hollow-formed gold ring with D-section hoop and expanding shoulders, with a carved carnelian bust of Minerva (Greek Athena) wearing a Corinthian helmet and aegis, long curls framing her delicately carved face. See Spier, J., Ancient Gems and Finger Rings: Catalogue of the Collections. The J. Paul Getty Museum, Malibu, 1992, p. 158, no. 435, for a similar ring with chalcedony intaglio. 3.61 grams, 24.12mm overall, 18.39mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14) (1"). Formerly the property of a Dutch gallery; previously in a private Dutch collection; acquired on the Continental European art market in the late 1990s; accompanied by a copy of a catalogue description and provenance declaration. Dr Bonewitz notes: 'This stone is a very fine example of miniature, three-dimensional carving.' Fine condition.
Lot 90
3rd century AD. A gold ring with grooved hoop, angled and scooped shoulders; discoid bezel inset with carnelian cameo of a tall wine amphora, applied granules to each side of the cameo. 3.95 grams, 22.22mm overall, 17.56mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14) (3/4"). From the private collection of a Dutch jewellery collector; acquired in the 1990s. Very fine condition.
Lot 91
2nd-3rd century AD. A gold ring with expanding D-section hoop and angled shoulders, pelta-shaped openwork plaque to each shoulder, large raised bezel with inset jasper intaglio, intaglio image of a stylised swimming dolphin, inscription 'VIVA / TIBI' for 'life to you' flanking in Roman capitals. Cf. Spier, J., Ancient Gems and Finger Rings, Catalogue of the Collection, Malibu, 1992, p. 140, no. 385, for a similar carnelian intaglio. 6.62 grams, 23.36mm overall, 18.03mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 16) (1"). From the private collection of a Dutch jewellery collector; acquired in the 1990s. Very fine condition.
Lot 92
1st century AD. A gold finger ring with carnelian gemstone, intaglio profile female bust. Cf. Chadour, A.B., Rings. The Alice and Louis Koch Collection, volume I, Leeds, 1994, item 203, for type. 7.53 grams, 25.3mm overall, 19.5mm internal diameter (approximate size British S, USA 9, Europe 20, Japan 19) (1"). Property of a South London collector; acquired before 1980. Very fine condition. A large wearable size.
Lot 93
3rd century AD. A red jasper gemstone, intaglio dolphin and anchor motif, set into a later gold ring with facetted hoop, heart-shaped shoulders, octagonal bezel. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 209, for type. 6.16 grams, 23.01mm overall, 18.97mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 16) (1"). From the property of an Essex private collector; acquired in the early 1990s. Fine condition.
Lot 94
2nd-3rd century AD. A green jasper intaglio with two canines engaged in coitus, set into a later gold ring with D-section hoop, heart-shaped plaque to each shoulder, the raised bezel with bead collar. 7.38 grams, 23.85mm overall, 16.80mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 17) (1"). From the private collection of a Dutch jewellery collector; acquired in the 1990s. Very fine condition.
Lot 95
2nd-3rd century AD. An agate cloison, intaglio dolphin, prawn and fish, set into a later gold finger ring with trumpet-shaped shoulder and ribbed panel below. Cf. Chadour, A.B., Rings. The Alice and Louis Koch Collection, volume I, Leeds, 1994, item 349, for type. 6.80 grams, 23.26mm overall, 18.45mm internal diameter (approximate size British P, USA 7 1/2, Europe 16.23, Japan 15) (1"). From the property of an Essex private collector; acquired in the early 1990s. Fine condition.
Lot 96
2nd century AD. A gold finger ring with inset cabochon garnet to the bezel, intaglio ram and starburst motif. 5.48 grams, 18.60mm overall, 13.46mm internal diameter (approximate size British E 1/2, USA 2 1/2, Europe 3.00, Japan 3) (3/4"). Property of a London gentleman; previously acquired on the UK art market in the 1990s. Fine condition.
Lot 97
1st-2nd century AD. A gold ring with D-section expanding hoop, triple bezel with an applied granule between each bezel set with red jasper intaglio, central intaglio with clasped hands motif with a staff(?) above, the flanking two with crescent moon and star. See Spier, J., Ancient Gems and Finger Rings: Catalogue of the Collection, Malibu, 1992, p.124, no.327, for a clasped hands intaglio with star and crescent above. 6.39 grams, 23.76mm overall, 17.72mm internal diameter (approximate size British P 1/2, USA 7 3/4, Europe 16.86, Japan 16) (1"). From the private collection of a Dutch jewellery collector; acquired in the 1990s. Very fine condition.
Lot 98
3rd century AD. A gold finger ring with snake-head shoulders and hatched outer face to the hoop, disc bezel with beaded wire rim, central facing bust of Sol with radiate crown. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 220, for type. 3.37 grams, 21.37mm overall, 18.74mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14) (3/4"). Property of a London gentleman; previously from the 'Sectarian Collection', an important collection of jewellery formed in the 1990s. Fine condition.
Lot 99
4th-5th century AD. A gold finger ring with discoid bezel, inscribed text 'PO?+? / +N7+ / ANH?'. 4.08 grams, 19.21mm overall, 17.68mm internal diameter (approximate size British M 1/2, USA 6 1/4, Europe 13.09, Japan 12) (3/4"). Property of a London gentleman; previously acquired on the UK art market in the 1990s. Fine condition.
Lot 150
14th century AD. A gold finger ring with granulation to the hoop, three radiating cells each with an turquoise cabochon, quatrefoil bezel with four openwork domes, lateral cells with inset turquoise, pearl and glass cabochons around a central cabochon garnet. 7.37 grams, 28.06mm overall, 20.38mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 19.38, Japan 18) (1"). Property of a London gentleman; acquired on the London art market in 2009; previously in an old English collection; accompanied by an independent specialist report and valuation by graduate gemmologist and jewellery expert Anna Rogers, GIA GG, BA, Gem-A, ref. no.163720/1/9/2020. Fine condition. A large wearable size. ( A video of this lot can be viewed on Timeline Auctions website.)
Lot 151
6th-7th century AD. A gold finger ring with discoid bezel, intaglio scene of three nimbate figures representing David's marriage to Saul's daughter Michal after slaying Goliath. 4.24 grams, 21.45mm overall, 18.18mm internal diameter (approximate size British P, USA 7 1/2, Europe 16.23, Japan 15) (3/4"). Property of a North London gentleman; previously in a private collection formed in the 1990s. Very fine condition. ( A video of this lot can be viewed on Timeline Auctions website.)
Lot 220A
A fine and rare Chinese gold splashed bronze globular tripod vessel, 18th century, crisply cast and chased with 'bat mask' ring handles between lappeted borders, on three caparisoned elephant head feet, splashed all over in gold, apocryphal Xuande two character seal mark, 19.5cm high, 20cm wide, with Qing dynasty triple ruyi-head hardwood stand, total height 28.5cm
Lot 671
A mid 20th century 9ct white gold and oval cut peridot ring with diamond set shoulders, the peridot measuring 13.1mm by 8.8mm by 6mm, gross weight 3.1 grams. size M.CONDITION: Diamonds approx. 0.18ct each. Visible small chips to the table facet edge and girdle of the peridot along with some scratches. Generally signs of wear. Some minor scratches to the shank.
Lot 684
A white gold? and graduated two stone diamond and two stone cultured pearl set dress ring by C. Azzopardi & Sons, size O.CONDITION: Some slight loss to the nacre on the small pearl. Minor surface abrasions to the other pearl. No damage to the diamonds. Estmated colour and clarity are J/K and SI2/I1. Largest stone approximatley 0.85cts. Minor scratches to the shank. Gross weight 6 grams.
Lot 703
A suite of three items of 18ct gold and diamond set jewellery by Piaget, of floral design, comprising a ring, rose clip brooch and flower head brooch, all with filigree petals and diamond set articulated 'stamen', largest 55mm, ring size J, gross weight 49.2 grams, two brooches signed Piaget, ring not signed but matching French marks.CONDITION: All pieces in good condition.
Lot 704
A modern white gold?, sapphire and diamond set oval cluster ring, the oval cut sapphire weighing approximately 3.00ct and possibly of Kashmiri origin (but no certification) and bordered by twelve round cut diamonds, each weighing approximately 0.10ct, with an estimated average colour and clarity of I/J/K and VS2/SI1, gross weight 4.4 grams, size N.CONDITION: No visible damage to any of the diamonds. There is a crack to the sapphire just by the culet at the base of the stone. Some minor surface scratches to the shank and setting, commensurate with age and some use.
Lot 715
A modern French large 18ct white gold and graduated twelve stone gypsy set diamond dress ring by Fred, Paris, size O/P, numbered BU001270 54, signed on back of ring head, gross 25.3 grams.CONDITION: Minor nicks and scratches to the shank and some wear to the rhodium plating to the top by the diamonds and the base of the shank. No visible damage to any of the stones.
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