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1st-2nd century A.D. Ellipsoid in plan with intaglio hound crouching. 1.62 grams, 15 mm (5/8 in.).From the private collection of Mr K.A., acquired in the 1990s-early 2000s.

2nd-3rd century A.D. Intaglio figure of Diana facing, flanked by a crescent moon and star. 0.50 grams, 12 mm (1/2 in.).From the collection of a London, UK, gentleman, 1970s onwards.

2nd-3rd century A.D. Carnelian with intaglio profile bust wearing a helmet; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.64 grams, 15 cm (5/8 in.).Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.

16th-17th century A.D. Banded agate plaque in frame with dense rosette and foliage to reverse; intaglio rider on rearing horse, with round shield and turban helmet, one arm raised holding a staff, scroll above with legend. 12.3 grams, 43 mm (1 3/4 in.). [No Reserve]From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.

20th century A.D. Mainly ellipsoid in plan, many with intaglio animal motifs, profile busts and others; after the antique. 64 grams total, 13-25 mm (1/2 - 1 in.). [32]From a central London ADA dealership, 1980-1990.

2nd-1st century B.C. With hollow-form hoop widening towards the shoulders, raised bezel set with a round intaglio, engraved with an image of a satyr or kneeling nude warrior on a baseline, wearing a Boeotian-style helmet pushed back, holding a spear in one hand and an object in the other; a marriage. Cf. Marshall, F. M., Catalogue of the Finger Rings Greek, Etruscan and Roman in the Departments of Antiquities of the British Museum, London, 1968; Spier, J., Ancient Gems and Finger Rings, Malibu, 1992, figs.50, 112 (crouching warrior); Chadour, A.B., Rings. The Alice and Louis Koch Collection, volume I, Leeds, 1994, item 87, for type of ring; item 123, for the type of ring and the image of a crouching warrior; Boardman, J., Greek gems and finger rings, London, 2001, fig.213. 2.91 grams, 23.57 mm overall, 19.25 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O 1/2 , USA 7 1/4, Europe 15.61, Japan 15) (1 in.).[A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website]From a private family collection formed since the early 19th century, thence by descent. Property of a New Zealand legal professional. Accompanied by an academic report by Dr Raffaele D’Amato. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.12322-223716.The scene possibly alludes to the incident in the Trojan Cycle where Achilles is wounded by an arrow in his heel, the only part of his body which was not impervious to injury.

3rd century B.C. With mouth and carapace detailing to the upper face, underside with intaglio image of a crouching warrior with a shield on his back, pelletted border. 0.78 grams, 10 mm (3/8 in.). (For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price.) Acquired from Mr A.K. in 2012. Private collection, Europe.

5th century A.D. Slender hoop with granules flanking a cup bezel, inset garnet cloison with intaglio profile male bust; supplied with a museum-quality impression. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 208, for type. 4.01 grams, 26.03 mm overall, 17.16 mm internal diameter (approximate size British N, USA 6 1/2, Europe 13.72, Japan 13) (1 in.).[A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website]Acquired on the German art market, 1989-1995. with The Museum Gallery, 19 Bury Place, London, WC1, UK, 1998-2003. Property of a London based academic, 2003 to present. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12390-226044.

19th-20th century A.D. Comprising a rhomboid hoop and inset an amethyst cabochon, with intaglio portrait bust of a king or god (Herakles?) looking right. Cf. for the original Greek prototype of portrait Spier, J., Ancient Gems and finger rims, Malibu, 1992, fig.234 (banded Heracles); for the 19th shape of ring cf. Chadour, A.B., Ringe/Rings, Die Alice und Louis Koch Sammlung/The Alice and Louis Koch Collection, volume II, Leeds, 1994, fig.1158; for the neoclassical portrait Scarisbrick, D., Wagner, C., Boardman, J., The Beverley Collection of Gems at Alnwick Castle, The Philip Wilson Gems and Jewellery Series, London, 2016. 5.87 grams, 25.14 mm overall, 19.14 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18) (1 in.).From a private family collection formed since the early 19th century, thence by descent. Property of a New Zealand legal professional. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.12330-223720.The engraved head probably is depicting a Greek king or a Roman emperor from the Antonine Dynasty of the 2nd century A.D. The style of engraving does not assist with making a firm identification, but a cameo with a similar subject is in the Guy Ladriére collection and the head is attributed to Emperor Hadrian (Scarisbrick, Wagner, Boardman, 2016b, no. 40). The subject was extremely popular in modern times, and identification with Heracles is also possible.

3rd-7th century A.D. Plano-convex in profile with intaglio motif of a winged gryphon with profile crowned head, text to the border; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 5.97 grams, 18 mm (3/4 in.).UK private collection, 1980 to 1983. Private collection, London, UK.

14th-15th century A.D. D-section hoop with raised ornamental band; scooped shoulders with trumpet-shaped bezel, intaglio lion passant motif. 8.93 grams, 26.71 mm overall, 16.90 mm internal diameter (approximate size British N, USA 6 1/2, Europe 13.72, Japan 13) (1 in.).Acquired on the London art market in the late 1980s-1990s. From the family collection of an East London, UK, gentleman.

1st millennium B.C. Pyramidal in profile with stylised intaglio figure of a wolf in profile, crouching with exaggerated claws. 5.18 grams, 16 mm (5/8 in.). [No Reserve]UK private collection before 2000. Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a London gentleman.

2nd-3rd century A.D. Flat-section hoop with hatched amphora detailing to the shoulders, ellipsoid bezel with inset carnelian intaglio, fly motif; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 8.23 grams, 22.92 mm overall, 18.20 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O 1/2, USA 7 1/4, Europe 15.61, Japan 15) (7/8 in.).[A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website]Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.

1st millennium B.C. or later. With intaglio standing figures each with discoid head surmounted by a crescent, supporting a circular panel with beaded outline, four crouching figures with arms raised holding maces and spears radiating from a a central guilloche motif, interstitial radiating bars motif (fire) to each corner. Cf. Teissier, B., Ancient Near Eastern Cylinder Seals in the Marcopoli Collection, Berkeley, 1984, item 97, for type. 11 grams, 28 mm (1 1/8 in.).Ex 'S' collection, London, UK. Examined by Professor Wilfrid George Lambert FBA (1926-2011), historian, archaeologist, and specialist in Assyriology and Near Eastern archaeology, in the late 1980s and early 1990s. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12423-225425.

1st-4th century A.D. discoid bezel with intaglio scene of figure wearing a helmet and pleated robe sitting on a rock beneath a tree with a spear resting on one shoulder, altar behind him flaming vessel, post with armour and shield. 5.59 grams, 23.23 mm overall, internal diameter 11.8x15.38 mm (approximate size British F, USA 2 3/4, Europe 3.67, Japan 3) (1 in.).From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.

6th-7th century B.C. Discoid bezel with intaglio profile eagle with head turned and wings raised. 5.55 grams, 25.49 mm overall, 19.85 x 15.30 mm internal diameter (approximate size British I 1/2, USA 4 1/2, Europe 8.07, Japan 7) (1 in.). [No Reserve]From the collection of a London antiquarian, formed since the 1980s.

900-800 B.C. Carved serpentine plano-convex seal with intaglio of a bireme at sea beneath two opposed birds; set in a silver mount with ropework detailing, and kidney-shaped suspension loop. 3.1 grams, 23 mm (1 in.). [No Reserve]Acquired in the 1980s. From the collection of a London antiquarian.

2nd-3rd century A.D. Carnelian gemstone with intaglio dolphin motif; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 4.14 grams, 22.89 mm overall, 18.85 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 16) (7/8 in.).Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.

1st-2nd century A.D. Ellipsoid in plan with intaglio horseman blowing a horn, Greek legend to the border 'AHTIOXOY' (belonging to Antiochos). 0.69 grams, 12 mm (1/2 in.).From the private collection of Mr K.A., acquired in the 1990s-early 2000s.

2nd-3rd century A.D. Ellipsoid intaglio of an altar and eagle with its wings spread; in a later silver ring. 9.59 grams, 26.94 mm overall, 20.68 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P 1/2, USA 7 3/4, Europe 16.86, Japan 16) (1 in.).Acquired on the London art market in the late 1980s-1990s. From the family collection of an East London, UK, gentleman.

2nd century A.D. Group comprising: carnelian intaglio with figure of Minerva; nicolo with figure of Victory with wreath; glazed composition scarab. 0.62 grams total, 10 mm each (3/8 in.). [3, No Reserve]From a private, UK, collection in the 1980s. Property of a London, UK antiquarian.

2nd millennium B.C. Rectangular in plan with domed upper face, intaglio advancing ibex motif. 8.16 grams, 27 mm (1 in.). [No Reserve]From the collection of a London antiquarian, formed since the 1980s.

1st-2nd century A.D. With discoid bezel and inset intaglio of a bireme with two military standards on deck flanking an eagle; supplied with a museum-quality impression. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 191, for type. 4.62 grams, 21.78 mm overall, 19.26 mm internal diameter (approximate size British M, USA 6, Europe 12.46, Japan 12) (7/8 in.).[A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website]Acquired on the London art market in the late 1980s-1990s. From the family collection of an East London, UK, gentleman.

6th-8th century A.D. Comprising a flat-section hoop and raised rectangular bezel, intaglio motif of two facing busts. 4.23 grams, 26.13 mm overall, 21.25 mm internal diameter (approximate size British V 1/2, USA 10 3/4, Europe 24.4, Japan 23) (1 in.).Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.

Early 1st millennium B.C. Square in section and tapering in profile with stepped top and holes to accept a cord, intaglio motifs to sides and base: tree flanked by pellets, hatched base; robed figure supporting a hatched disc beside an altar; robed figure supporting a hatched panel beneath a crescent, beside an altar; robed figure supporting a rod or sceptre above an altar; base with a hatched fish. 9.12 grams, 28 mm (1 1/8 in.).From the collection of Mr S.M., London, UK, formed from 1979-1999.

2nd-3rd century A.D. Ellipsoid in plan with intaglio standing lion to obverse; remains of ferrous setting to one edge. 0.7 grams, 15 mm (5/8 in.).From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.

1st century B.C.-1st century A.D. Lentoid bezel with intaglio figure of a deer recumbent on a baseline. 1.33 grams, 17.70 mm overall, 15.36 mm internal diameter (approximate size British J, USA 4 3/4, Europe 8.69, Japan 8) (5/8 in.). [No Reserve]UK private collection before 2000. Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a London gentleman.

1st-2nd century A.D. Stepped bezel with inset carnelian gemstone, intaglio phallus with cross to the rear. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 191, for type. 1.43 grams, 19.46 mm overall, 17.41 mm internal diameter (approximate size British I 1/2, USA 4 1/2, Europe 8.07, Japan 7) (3/4 in.). [No Reserve]From the private collection of Mr K.A., acquired in the 1990s-early 2000s.

2nd-1st millennium B.C. Drum-shaped seal with intaglio frieze including leaping lion, fronds, fish and other animals; truncated at the lower edge, re-finished. 16.4 grams, 25 mm (1 in.).From the collection of Mr S.M., London, UK, formed from 1979-1999.

2nd-3rd century A.D. Ellipsoid in plan with intaglio scene of a baby sitting beside a ram on a baseline, profile bust above of ram-horned Zeus Amon supplied with a museum-quality impression. 2.34 grams, 22 mm (7/8 in.).From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.

2nd-3rd century A.D. With broad rounded shoulders, inset banded agate gemstone with intaglio ant motif. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 194, for type. 5.27 grams, 23.40 mm overall, 18.36 mm internal diameter (approximate size British H, USA 3 3/4, Europe 6.18, Japan 6) (1 in.).[A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website]Formerly in North American collection, 1990s. From the collection of a London, UK, gentleman.

6th-8th century A.D. With a pyramidal body and large loop above, intaglio image of an eagle with spread wings. 5.4 grams, 24 mm (1 in.).Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.

Circa 2nd-3rd century A.D. A round intaglio with a standing eagle on a baseline with its wings spread and head turned left. 4.17 grams, 20 mm (3/4 in.).Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.

1st millennium B.C. With a D-section hoop and a rectangular bezel, intaglio image of a majestic ibex with long curving horns. 5.78 grams, 26.24 mm overall, 22.41 mm internal diameter (approximate size British T, USA 9 1/2, Europe 21.26, Japan 20) (1 in.).Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.

1st-3rd century A.D. Hollow-formed ring with inset intaglio, profile bust of Castor, son of Zeus, with star above his brow; supplied with a museum-quality impression. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, item 186 for a more ornate example of the type. 6.24 grams, 27.39 mm overall, 18.70 mm internal diameter (approximate size British K, USA 5 1/4, Europe 9.95, Japan 9) (1 in.).[A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website]Acquired on the German art market, 1989-1995. with The Museum Gallery, 19 Bury Place, London, WC1, UK, 1998-2003. Property of a London based academic, 2003-present. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12391-226043.

6th-8th century A.D. With a D-section hoop expanding at the shoulders, hexagonal bezel with intaglio image of an eagle with wings spread, pellets to the field. 6.79 grams, 23.08 mm overall, 19.62 mm internal diameter (approximate size British S 1/2, USA 9 1/4, Europe 20.63, Japan 19) (1 in.). [No Reserve]Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.

20th century A.D. Mainly ellipsoid in plan with intaglio motifs including profile quadruped, profile bust, perching bird and others; after the antique. 54 grams total, 12-25 mm (1/2 - 1 in.). [29]From a central London ADA dealership, 1980-1990.

1st-2nd century A.D. With stepped bezel, intaglio figure of Nike or Victory with wings spread. 4.53 grams, 21.65 mm overall, 17.36 mm internal diameter (approximate size British J, USA 4 3/4, Europe 8.69, Japan 8) (7/8 in.). [No Reserve]Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.

4th-3rd century B.C. With carinated hoop, scaphoid bezel with intaglio winged Nike holding a wreath. Cf. Chadour, A.B., Rings. The Alice and Louis Koch Collection, volume I, Leeds, 1994, item 72, for type. 3.06 grams, 20.71 mm overall, 17.59 mm internal diameter (approximate size British M, USA 6, Europe 12.46, Japan 12) (3/4 in.). [No Reserve]From the collection of a London antiquarian, formed since the 1980s.

2nd-3rd century A.D. Carnelian cloison with intaglio figure with helmet and shield; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 3.35 grams, 21.83 mm overall, 18.44 mm internal diameter (approximate size British N, USA 6 1/2, Europe 13.72, Japan 13) (7/8 in.).Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.

5th-4th century B.C. Tabular in form with intaglio grazing deer motif; supplied with a museum-quality impression. See Boardman, J., Greek Gems and Finger Rings. Early Bronze Age to Late Classical, London, 2001. 6.03 grams, 21 mm (7/8 in.).UK private collection, 1980-1983. Private collection, London.

2nd-3rd century A.D. Ellipsoid jasper cloison with intaglio bust of Serapis on a pedestal, modius to the head; Isis standing in a crescent boat. 0.84 grams, 16 mm (5/8 in.).Acquired on the German art market, 1989-1995. with The Museum Gallery, 19 Bury Place, London, WC1, UK, 1998-2003. Property of a London based academic, 2003-present.

800-600 B.C. Conical in profile with rounded top and piercing; underside with intaglio motif of a standing figure in a kilt with arms extended above two addorsed rampant beasts. 4.22 grams, 17 mm (5/8 in.). [No Reserve]From the collection of Mr S.M., London, UK, formed from 1979-1999.

3rd century A.D. and later. With a substantial hoop with fluted shoulders, bezel set with a later orange carnelian intaglio, engraved with an image of standing Apollo holding a wreath and patera, palm frond and an amphora on a baseline. 12.81 grams, 25.23 mm overall, 18.89 mm internal diameter (approximate size British J, USA 4 3/4, Europe 8.69, Japan 8) (1 in.).Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.

4th-5th century A.D. With flared shoulders and arcading, inset carnelian cloison with intaglio cross with pair of fish. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991, items 193, 194. 1.85 grams, 20.46 mm overall, 17.28 mm internal diameter (approximate size British I, USA 4 1/4, Europe 7.44, Japan 7) (3/4 in.). [No Reserve]Ex private London, UK, collection, 1970-1990. From the collection of a London antiquarian.

18th-19th century A.D. With scrolled handle and rosette to reverse of the cell, inset glass seal with intaglio profile male bust; loop absent. 7 grams, 23 mm (1 in.). [No Reserve]Found Lincolnshire, UK.

Circa 6th-7th century A.D. Oval-shaped with intaglio motif of a standing robed figure facing left, inscription to the right. 0.70 grams, 14 mm (1/2 in.).From an important collection formed before 1988, London and Geneva.

4th-3rd century B.C. Comprising a narrow hoop and lentoid bezel, intaglio image of a siren in flight. 1.33 grams, 21.71 mm overall, 19.09 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 16) (7/8 in.). [No Reserve]Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.

A collection of rings, to include an 18ct gold signet ring with shield-shaped bezel and engraved initials ‘D H G’, two 9ct gold and onyx set rings, an 18ct gold tapered band ring with engraved floral decoration, two 9ct gold hematite intaglio rings, each carved to depict the profile of a Roman centurion, together with a crossover band ring with crosshatch decoration, stamped ‘14K’, UK and Swedish assay marks, various sizes. £500-£700 --- Condition Report General light surface ear commensuarte with ge and use. The band stamped 14K with inner inscription ‘B to R. LOVE IS ETERNAL 7.14.61’ Viewing is advised on group lots. Gross weight 33.3gm.

An antique hardstone intaglio ring, the oval carnelian carved to depict two nude standing male figures, each holding a spear and wearing a radiate crown, mounted in gold, ring size Z+. £100-£150 --- According to a PMI test on an XRF Analyzer the ring is testing as 9ct gold. Condition Report Gross weight 5.8gm.

A gold mourning ring, early 18th century, the D-shaped band inscribed to the exterior ‘L:ROGERS.OB:19.AUG:1725.AET:22’ to an octagonal-shaped bezel inset with an onyx intaglio, engraved with the initials ‘LR’ intertwined with a skull and crossbones below. with scroll decoration behind, between triangular-shaped shoulders with remains of silver solder, ring size approximately P - Q. £400-£600 --- Provenance: This ring was found by a metal detectorist in Maidstone in Kent but not required to be declared as Treasure. Condition Report The ring has only light surface wear but there is no trace of any black enamel to the exterior,

A pair of carnelian intaglio ear clips, the circular carnelian panels carved to depict the profile of a Roman centurion, collet-set to bicolour mounts, diameter 22mm. £200-£300 --- Condition Report General light surface wear commensuarte with use. The mounts unmarked and untested. Gross weight 16.2gm.

Two small German bisque headed character babies, an AM 500 with blue intaglio eyes, closed mouth, blonde painted moulded hair, bent-limbed composition body and blue suit —11 ¾in. (30cm.) high (some retouching to body); and a Kley & Hahn 142 baby in knitted clothes

Four Czechoslovakian gilt metal sautoirs/pendants, a 1930's pseudo-Egyptian sautoir with three Phaoronic discs and glass beads on gilt metal 40cm pierced link chain; red glass bead and gilt metal sautoir with faceted blue glass gems; a blue and green glass sautoir with pseudo-Egyptian panel and intaglio blue glass drop; a rectangular 30x25mm pierced panel decorated with enamel butterflies and gems, trace link chain.

Vintage lucite and similar intaglio jewellery, carved galleon brooch in gilt metal frame 45x35mm; 70mm circular brooch of leaf and berry design; a gilt metal closed back swan brooch; a gilt metal sautoir, the 55mm long square foxtail link chain with white paste and frosted beads supporting a rectangular Greek design intaglio panel with faceted paste dropper; a carved mask brooch with white metal scroll surround. Qty: 5

Lucite and other early plastic jewellery, 45mm gilt metal brooch with lucite panel of galleon and palm trees; an intaglio lucite basket of flowers brooch; a gilt metal brooch marked Mizpah with intaglio of mallards taking flight; a 25mm pink floral brooch; a larger similar; a white metal bracelet with seven glass gems; plastic red, white and blue bracelet; plastic butterfly brooch, small fragile marbled sheet celluloid monoplane. Qty: 10

A jewel box of silver and other Victorian and later jewellery, silver belt Birmingham 1903, length with one spare link 63cm; large cross 55x38mm; seal with intaglio carved masonic cornelion; a small seal with intaglio carved amethyst depicting a hound with motto Fidelity; a metal seal wheel; double ended fleur-de-lys cloak pin stamped "Regd. 30 March 1848"; bracelet and bangle; yellow metal brooch set with a jasper stone; a single saphiret earring; all in a brown leather jewel box with lift out tray.

An Edwardian silver seal, modelled as the double-sided portrait bust of William Shakespeare, on a stepped circular plinth or base, with intaglio monogram, by Crisford and Norris, Birmingham 1906; another seal cast with a putto figure proffering a show, initial ‘h’ intaglio, and import marks for London 1894; and a miniature silver putto figure, import marked London 1902, the latter 4cms high – 1.75oz. (3)

Large floral cast gold fob with intaglio inset seal, gross weight 31gVery, very slight chips visible to the outlines of the intaglio under loupe, otherwise in excellent overall condition.

Order of the Garter reverse intaglio crystal stick pin, carved and painted with the Order of the Garter, with motto 'Honi Soit Qui Mal Y Pense', yellow metal mounted, length 62mm, gross weight 6.73 gramsLoose piece within mount behind crystal. Yellow metal mount possibly higher grade than 9ct gold.