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Lot 178
Eight rings, including an emerald and CZ cluster ring, size M, a ruby and diamond ring in a heart design, size M, two garnet rings, size L and Q, diamond and sapphire ring with hearts on the shoulders, size L, small diamond ring, size N, lapis lazuli three stone ring, , size O and a band, size K, all mounted in 9 ctCondition Report: 9 ct gross weight 24 grams All rings are worn, scratches and wear is visible.No obvious damage
Lot 179
Two emerald cluster rings, one with CZ stones, size K, the other diamonds, size O, three sapphire rings, with small diamonds, two diamond set rings, one with heart motifs, sizes K and O, and a square signet ring, size K, all mounted 9 ct Condition Report: 9 ct gross weight 20 grams All rings show signs of wear and useno obvious damage
Lot 287
Early 20th Century, five stone diamond ring, with five old mine cut diamonds, in a claw setting, total estimated weight 1.40 carats, in 18 ct white gold, size K 1/2Condition Report: 18 ct weight 2.8 grams Two diamonds are chippedClaws are worn and will need re-tipping Estimated colour G - IEstimated clarity I
Lot 293
Three rings, including a Etruscan style emerald cabochon ring, in a rub over setting, in tested 18 ct yellow gold, size K, with a band set with a rope border and five diamonds, in 9 ct gold, size L, with a tri colour ring, in tested 18 ct gold, size JCondition Report: 18 ct gross weight 16 grams9 ct gross weight 7 gramsTri colour ring is broken in one place All rings are worn, they display scratches to the metalThe emerald cabochon is worn and abraded
Lot 316
Antique ring, set with old cut and rose cut diamonds, with black enamel detailing, estimated total diamond weight 0.48 carats, mount testing as 15 ct gold, ring size K Condition Report: 15 ct weight 4.6 gramscentral stone is missingfour chips to black enamel and other smaller surface chips and scratches to enamel
Lot 331
Diamond star set half eternity ring, with four larger round brilliant cuts, estimated weight 0.40 carats, and thirty-six smaller round cut diamonds,in 18 ct yellow gold, size K, with an opal and ruby cluster ring, in 14 ct gold, size KCondition Report: 14 ct weight 4.4 grams18 ct weight 6.4 gramsOne diamond on the eternity ring is very loose and a lot of the setting is worn
Lot 349
Diamond half eternity band, set with eleven round cut diamonds, estimated total diamond weight 0.33 carats, in a claw setting, with a mille grain edge, in 18 ct white gold, size K 1/2, also with a silver band, set with one small round cut diamond, size MCondition Report: 18 ct gross weight 3 grams Silver gross weight 3.4 gramsThe eternity band is missing one diamond, the claws will need re-tippingThe metal on both rings are scratched
Lot 427
A gold and enamel wristwatch, the blue guilloche enamel bezel, surmounting a silvered dial with minute track and steel hands, fitted with a manual wind movement, no. 352365, hinged case back hallmarked 18 ct, London 1912, 26mm diameter, together with a gold tank shape wristwatch with silvered dial with Arabic numeral hour markers, subsidiary seconds dial, fitted with a 15 jewel manual wind movement, the case back hallmarked inside 18 ct, Birmingham 1936, signed Dennison, 23mm diameter, and a ring watch with a cameo hinged front, opening to reveal the dial, signed Lindex Incabloc, in tested 14 ct, ring size K (3)Condition Report: Ewbank's do not guarantee the working order or accuracy of any lots sold.Ring watch currently running but has not been tested for time keeping, the two others are not runningThe rectangular watch is missing the seconds hand18 ct gross weight 49.24 grams14 ct gross weight 7.67 grams
Lot 47
Two rings, including, a peridot and diamond ring, with three oval cut peridots and two round brilliant cut diamonds, in 9 ct gold, size K 1/2, with a 1970's peridot and tourmaline ring, with two peridot and a central green tourmaline, in 9 ct gold, size MCondition Report: 9 ct gross weight 7.1 gramsPeridot and diamond ring would advise on re-tipping to peridot on shoulders, light scratches to gold, one round peridot is chippedPeridot and tourmaline ring, all stones set securely, light scratches to metals surface
Lot 49
Italian Milor floral band, size L, with an ornate filigree ring, size M, a oval cabochon carnelian ring in a rub over setting, size K, and a pair of orange citrine studs, with post and butterfly fittings, all mounted in 9 ct Condition Report: 9 ct gross weight 8.2 grams All items in good conditionMetal does show signs of scratches and wear Stones all in good condition with no obvious scratches, wear or damage
Lot 51
Three rings, including, a Opal triplet three stone ring, size K, a citrine ring, with a central oval pale citrine, size I 1/2, and a fire opal ring, with central oval fire opal, with three smaller round fire opals on each side, size K, all mounted in 9 ct yellow goldCondition Report: 9 ct gross weight 6.5 grams All rings in good condition, all stones well set and with no obvious damage
Lot 55A
A mixed group of items, including a vintage diamond set floral cluster ring, mount stamped 18 ct, ring size K 1/2, a tanzanite and diamond ring, mounted in 9 ct white gold, ring size N 1/2, a oval cut sapphire ring, size L 1/2 and gold gate bracelet, both in 9 ct yellow gold Condition Report: 18 ct weight 5.9 grams9 ct gross weight 7 grams18 ct gold ring with mis-shapen shanksapphire ring shank is split on one shoulder
Lot 9
Large Emerald cut diamond ring, accompanied by a WGI diamond certificate stating the centre stone is estimated weight 4.66 carats, colour K and clarity VS1, the centre stone is held in by four claws, with two baguette cut diamonds on each side, in a rub over setting, the estimated total weight of these are 1.00 carat, mounted in platinum. Provenance: The ring was brought from Christie's in 1998, the ring comes with the original Christies catalogue for the ring, which details it and is accompanied by photos. Condition Report: Rings shank has been cut in half, ring size is approximately O/P after being cut, also has sizing pips.This ring will require re mounting as the under gallery is worn and shank cut in half.Comes with WGI diamond certificate, estimating, Colour K, Clarity Vs1Comes with original 1998 Christies catalogue, with original description and photo.Gross weight 6.2 gramsComes with antique ring box
Lot 99
Modern princess cut half eternity ring, with eight princess cut diamonds, estimated total carat weight 0.80 carats, in 18 ct yellow gold, size K 1/2 Condition Report: Gross weight 5 grams metal is worn and scratchedEstimated diamond colour G/HEstimated diamond clarity VS/Siwith a fixed ring clip within making the ring smaller
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Lot 3577
COOMARASWAMY, Ananda K. History of Indian and Indonesian Art. New York: E. Weyhe, 1927. First edition, 4to (283 x 196mm.) Numerous plates to rear. (Toning, browning to rear, pp.33-35 with marginal crease.) Original turquoise cloth, morocco lettering piece to the spine (crease to spine panel). - And a further eight volumes relating to Indian art and architecture (including E.B. Havell's 'Indian Architecture', 1913, large 8vo) (9).Buyer’s Premium 24.5% (including VAT @ 0%) of the hammer price. Lots purchased online via the-saleroom.com will attract an additional premium of 5% (including VAT @ 0%) of the hammer price.
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Lot 3503
QUAGLINO, Giovanni. The Complete Hostess. [London:] Hamish Hamilton, 1935. First edition, signed and inscribed by Giovanni Quaglino, 8vo (197 x 128mm.) Illustrations by Anna K. Zinkeisen. (Mild toning.) Original pictorial cloth (toned, minor soiling to lower cover). Note: the inscription reads: 'to my most charming patron, Giovanni Quaglino, Nov 1935'. Quaglino's, created by Italian immigrants from Piedmont, North Italy, was the most fashionable restaurant in London in the 1930's. It was frequented by royalty, including Edward VIII and Mrs. Simpson, as well as the cultural and celebrity elite- Evelyn Waugh, Judy Garland and Barbara Cartland were patrons - while Princess Margaret had a table permanently reserved for herself. It's just possible that the most charming of the set were the Quaglino brothers themselves.Buyer’s Premium 24.5% (including VAT @ 0%) of the hammer price. Lots purchased online via the-saleroom.com will attract an additional premium of 5% (including VAT @ 0%) of the hammer price.
Lot 3707
ASIAN ART REFERENCE. - Gordon H. LUCE. Old Burma-Early Pagan. New York: J.J. Augustin, 1969. 3 vols., 4to (308 x 224mm.) 3 frontispieces, 5 colour maps, 2 folding at rear of volume 2. (Some spotting to preliminaries and to margins of folding maps.) Original red cloth, gilt lettering. - And a further fourteen volumes relating to Asian and Indian art (including volume XVIII of 'Ars Asiatica': Ananda K. Coomaraswamy's 'La Sculpture de Bodhgaya', 1935, 4to) (17).Buyer’s Premium 24.5% (including VAT @ 0%) of the hammer price. Lots purchased online via the-saleroom.com will attract an additional premium of 5% (including VAT @ 0%) of the hammer price.
Lot 3709
COOMARASWAMY, Ananda K. Catalogue of the Indian Collections in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. Boston: Museum of Fine Arts, 1923. 4to (294 x 208mm.) Numerous photographic illustrations. (Mild toning.) Original brown cloth-backed boards, paper label to spine (rubbing to extremities). - And six volumes relating to Asian art (Ars Asiatica, numbers 4,5,8,12,16 and 18 for the years 1922,1923,1926,1928,1931 and 1935, 4to) (7).Buyer’s Premium 24.5% (including VAT @ 0%) of the hammer price. Lots purchased online via the-saleroom.com will attract an additional premium of 5% (including VAT @ 0%) of the hammer price.
Lot 254
A ladies' 9ct gold Mathey-Tissot mechanical cocktail watch, c.1940,with a rectangular silvered dial with Arabic numerals, to stepped arched lugs channel set with rows of calibré cut synthetic rubies. An integral square section snake link bracelet and ladder snap clasp. Case no. L.4002, movement marked Mathey-Tissot. 165mm long, 32.04gCondition report: Case back interior hallmarked 9ct gold, with traditional crown pictorial mark and date letter K, possibly for London 1945. Currently running. No guarantee as to timekeeping or continued running.Crown winds and hands set.Some marks to dial.Surface marks/scratches to case and bracelet.Abrasions/facet junction wear to some of the synthetic rubies.
Lot 312
A four row cultured pearl bracelet,with a sapphire and diamond set clasp. Four rows of cultured pearls, 8 to 8.5mm in size, strung knotted between spacer bars, to a four row slide clasp. Three alternating rows of square calibré cut sapphires, all end set, between brilliant cut diamonds in four claw collets, with a larger brilliant cut diamond at each end of the slide box clasp. Tested as approximately 14ct gold. A case by K. Uyeda Imperial Hotel, Tokyo. Clasp 33.00 x 9.10mm, 76.03gCondition report: Stringing secure, but some discolouration to the gimp. Clasp secure.
Lot 354
A single stone diamond ring,with a brilliant cut diamond estimated as approximately 0.70ct, eight claw set to a rex collet, open shoulders to a plain shank. Tested as platinum. 2.80g.Finger size I¾Diamond assessed as approximately: Colour K/LClarity SI1/SI2Condition report: Minor marks to the mount. Claws intact, some wear but secure at the present time. Will have to be re-tipped in the future. Wear to the underbezel at each side. An insurance valuation available to view dated 1999, although our opinion does differ in some instances.As catalogued - colour K/LNo chips or damage.No indented naturals.Even shape.
Lot 337
A gold sapphire and diamond bracelet, with a row of square step cut sapphires, end set to articulated collets, alternating with brilliant cut diamonds, claw set, to concealed box clasp and two figure of eight safety catches. Tested as approximately 18ct gold. 180mm long, 13.40gCondition report: Clasp loose.One link broken, some wear to the other links.Facet junction wear to some of the sapphires.Bracelet a little dirty, would benefit from being cleaned.A break to the joining link on the underside.2.65 - 2.75mm each.Total estimated diamond weight 1.80ct.1x diamond K/L range, the majority I/J range.Clarity SI1/SI2
Lot 110
An Edwardian diamond cluster ring,with graduated old European cut diamonds, all claw set to a rex gallery, with a plain underbezel. Scalloped shoulders with small Ionic scrolls to a plain shank. Head 10.75 x 10.75mm, 4.45g.Finger size K½Condition report: Tarnished.All the claws worn.Will require re-tipping prior to being worn.Noticeable inclusions to the naked eye.Noticeable difference in the colour of the diamonds.The shank although period, is a replacement.Head tested as approximately 15ct gold.Shank tested as approximately 18ct gold.
Lot 95
A gold interchangeable gem set and diamond cluster ring and earrings suite,the ring with an interchangeable synthetic sapphire, synthetic ruby, or split pearl, all claw set to threaded chenier. The ring head with a central threaded insert, to surround of old brilliant cut diamonds, claw set to rex collets. With open tapered shoulders and a 'D' section shank. The matching earrings with post fittings. With gold changing tool. Tested as approximately 18ct gold with 14ct gold tool. Ring head 12mm diameter, 3.47g, earrings 10.5mm diameter, 3.05g (10)Condition report: Abrasions/facet junction wear to some of the synthetic gemstones.Surface reaching inclusions to some of the diamonds.The earrings have a fitted case.The ring is in an unassociated case.Finger size K½
Lot 363
An 18ct white gold diamond set 'C de Cartier' ring, by Cartier,with a double 'C' head, grain set with graduated brilliant cut diamonds. A plain 'D' section shank, with later sizing beads. Signed Cartier, no. 0J4079. Marked 750. Certificate dated 13.08.09. No box or case. 10.25g.Finger size K approximately 54 (before beads)Condition report: Noticeable scratches and marks.
Lot 498
An 18ct gold seven row ring, by Gucci,with seven circular section bands, all joined by a bar signed Gucci. Signed Gucci made in Italy. Marked 750, Italian official national mark 1968 to present, for Firenze. No box or papers. 9.45g.Finger size K-L approximatelyCondition report: Light surface marks commensurate with its age.
Lot 65
A Victorian gold diamond set locket and chain,the oval locket star set to the centre with old mine cut diamond, to an articulated 'V' bale. Suspended on a hollow double belcher link chain with engraved barrel clasp. Locket tested as approximately 15ct gold, chain marked 15c. Locket 62mm long, chain 428mm long, 42.45gProvenance: The Peter and Pat Crofts CollectionCondition report: Gilding to the locket is worn, patchy in places.Some dings to the front and back of the locket.Minor surface marks and scratches.Diamond measures approximately 5.33 x 5.65mm, cannot measure depth due to mount limitations.Minimal flourescence.Very dirty.Mount limitations apply.P1 range.J/K range.Please view additional images.
Lot 383
A cultured pearl necklace, by Mikimoto,with an articulated 'V' shaped centrepiece. Scattered graduated cultured pearls, peg set between diamond set leaves, to a faceted trace chain. Tested as approximately 14ct gold. A case by K. Mikimoto Inc. Ginza, Tokyo. Marker's mark. Centrepiece 82 x 15mm, 10.26gCondition report: Maker's mark on the bolt ring. Largest cultured pearl 8.70mm. No damage or obvious faults.Chain - 355mm long in total, although it would be possible to add a section of chain at the back to lengthen if necessary.
Lot 26
A Georgian diamond and enamel navette shaped ring,with three graduated Swiss cut diamonds, in cut down collets, in a fingerline position to a blue guilloché navette shaped plaque. A border of rose cut diamonds, all set in silver to a domed gold back. Split gold shoulders with serrated decoration and applied rose cut diamond set silver leaves, to a plain shank. Tested as approximately 9ct gold and silver. Head 19.20 x 11.00mm, 3.30g.Finger size KCondition report: Light surface marks commensurate with its age.Tarnished.Historic repair to the underside.Please view additional images.
Lot 230
GOLD RING. A gentleman's 19th century gold ring (indistinctly marked but probably 18ct. gold). The front set a sardonyx (with crack). Size K/L. Approx. 7.9g. Please note that all items in this auction are previously owned & are offered on behalf of private vendors. If detail on condition is required on any lot(s) PLEASE ASK FOR A CONDITION REPORT BEFORE BIDDING. The absence of a condition report does not imply the lot is perfect.WE CAN SHIP THIS LOT, but NOT if part of a large, multiple lots purchase.
Lot 602
GOLD RING. An 18ct. white gold ring set a rectangular garnet, flanked with two groups of three diamonds. Size K. Please note that all items in this auction are previously owned & are offered on behalf of private vendors. If detail on condition is required on any lot(s) PLEASE ASK FOR A CONDITION REPORT BEFORE BIDDING. The absence of a condition report does not imply the lot is perfect.WE CAN SHIP THIS LOT, but NOT if part of a large, multiple lots purchase.
Lot 592
COCKTAIL RING. An 18ct. yellow & white gold cocktail ring, set with rubies & diamonds. Approx. 6.5g. Size K/L. Please note that all items in this auction are previously owned & are offered on behalf of private vendors. If detail on condition is required on any lot(s) PLEASE ASK FOR A CONDITION REPORT BEFORE BIDDING. The absence of a condition report does not imply the lot is perfect.WE CAN SHIP THIS LOT, but NOT if part of a large, multiple lots purchase.
Lot 601
SAPPHIRE RING. A yellow metal, square sapphire & diamond cluster ring (Indistinctly stamped). Size K. Please note that all items in this auction are previously owned & are offered on behalf of private vendors. If detail on condition is required on any lot(s) PLEASE ASK FOR A CONDITION REPORT BEFORE BIDDING. The absence of a condition report does not imply the lot is perfect.WE CAN SHIP THIS LOT, but NOT if part of a large, multiple lots purchase.
Lot 482
WEDDING BANDS. A 9ct. gold wedding band, Size K. Also an 18ct. gold wedding band, Size Q. Please note that all items in this auction are previously owned & are offered on behalf of private vendors. If detail on condition is required on any lot(s) PLEASE ASK FOR A CONDITION REPORT BEFORE BIDDING. The absence of a condition report does not imply the lot is perfect.WE CAN SHIP THIS LOT, but NOT if part of a large, multiple lots purchase.
Lot 456
20th century AD. A rectangular wooden icon with shallow recess to the centre, painted scenes on a gilded field showing scenes from the life of Mary Theotokos with nimbate saints in the border. See Onash, K. & Schnieper, A., Ikonen - Faszination und Wirklichkeit Luzern, 1995, p.146, for type. 778 grams, 27.3 x 22.5cm (10 3/4 x 8 3/4"). Property of a London lady, part of her family's collection; acquired in the 1970s. Fine condition.
Lot 324
14th century AD. An iron longsword of Oakeshott's Type XV.A with tapering, pointed blade of flattened diamond section, the edges with battle nicks; the style 4 cross with downturned tips, long grip with slight taper; style K disc pommel with chamfered edges. See Oakeshott, R.E., The Archaeology of the weapons, London, 1960; Oakeshott, E., The sword in the Age of the Chivalry, Woodbridge,1964 (1994); Oakeshott, E., Records of the Medieval Sword, Woodbridge, 1991; Oakeshott, E., Sword in hand, London, 2001 (2007); many specimens recall our sword: one of the most striking examples is in the Wallace Collection, London (Oakeshott, 2001 (2007) p.102); another extremely similar sword is published by Oakeshott (2001 (2007) p.114, fig.96); these swords are of exactly the same type as that visible on the monument of Can Grande Della Scala in Verona and that on the Berkeley effigy at Bristol (Oakeshott, 1960, pp.308-309 and pl.12); other similar specimens are from a group in the collection of the late Sir James Mann, found in Northern France, another in Yorkshire (Victoria & Albert Museum), and yet another, probably from Italy, has an Arabic inscription; varying a little in size, otherwise almost identical (Oakeshott,1964 (1994) p.59"). 779 grams, 87cm (34 1/4"). Property of a London gallery; previously with a London private collector from 2007; formerly in the Peter Ing Till collection, Vienna, Austria, since 1990; accompanied by an academic report by military specialist Dr Raffaele D'Amato. The sword belongs to the category XVa of Oakeshott (1991, pp.127 ff.), which seems to first have appeared in the second half of the 13th century. These swords were of the well-known 'Bastard' or 'hand-and-a-half' type. The general outline or silhouette of this type is much like that of the previous type XIV, but the section of the blade is different, as in the prime function of the sword. The type XV allowed the warrior to deliver a lethal thrust, even when the opponents protection was completely made of metal plate, whereas the blade XVa type was generally narrow and slender. Fair condition.
Lot 450
Mid 19th century AD. A rectangular wooden icon with mounting slots and bars to the reverse; recessed central panel with gilded surface; grid of hand-painted scenes from the life of Christ and Virgin Mary in oils with title block above and inked legends. See Onash, K. & Schnieper, A., Ikonen - Faszination und Wirklichkeit Luzern, 1995, p.178, for type. 1.1 kg, 31.5 x 26.5cm (12 1/4 x 10 1/2"). Property of a London lady, part of her family's collection; acquired in the 1970s. Fine condition.
Lot 427
16th-17th century AD. A slender gold D-section annular band with plain outer face, the inner face inscribed 'IF THIS THEN ME' in seriffed capitals with small quatrefoil before; remains of niello fill. Cf. Evans, J., English Posies and Posy Rings, OUP, London, 1931, p.51, for the same inscription, 'me' spelt 'mee'; cf. The British Museum, museum number 1961,1202.413, for this inscription with spelling variation, dated 17th-18th century; museum number AF.1286, for this inscription with spelling variation, dated 16th-17th century AD; cf. The Portable Antiquities Scheme Database, id.LVPL-AD7284, for similar, dated 1550-1650; id. 1.12 grams, 17.40mm overall, 16.23mm internal diameter (approximate size British K, USA 5 1/4, Europe 9.95, Japan 9) (3/4"). From the Albert Ward collection, Essex, UK; acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985. Capital letter inscriptions are thought to have been more common before the mid 17th century AD, when inscriptions in italic script gained popularity. ‘Posy’ is derived from ‘poesy’ or ‘poetry’. In the medieval period many rings bore posy inscriptions in Latin or French, the languages frequently spoken by the affluent elites. Later, inscriptions in English became more usual, although the lack of standardised spelling might surprise the modern reader. The inscription is generally found on the interior of the ring, hidden to everyone except the wearer and most of the sentimental mottoes were taken from the popular literature of the time. In fact, love inscriptions often repeat each other, which suggests that goldsmiths used stock phrases. In the later 16th century, ‘posy’ specifically meant a short inscription. A posy is described in contemporary literature as a short ‘epigram’ of less than one verse. George Puttenham (1589) explained that these phrases were not only inscribed on finger rings, but also applied to arms and trenchers. The practice of giving rings engraved with mottoes at betrothals or weddings was common in England from the 16th century onwards, and continued until the late 18th century. Sources suggest that rings could be acquired ready- engraved, or alternatively engraved sometime after their initial production, by a hand other than the goldsmith’s. Joan Evans assumed that posy rings were principally used by/between lovers and distinguished four contexts for the giving of posy rings by one lover to another: betrothals, weddings, St Valentine’s Day and occasions of mourning. Samuel Pepys’ diary makes clear that posy rings might also mark the marriage of a family member, when bearers could even commission their own rings and chose their own mottoes from books. The rings could also function as tokens of friendship or loyalty. [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website] [No Reserve] Fine condition.
Lot 435
16th-18th century AD. A gold ring with D-section band, two slender c-section circumferential channels to top and bottom of external face, framing a foliate frieze with remains of niello inlay; Latin inscription to the inner face in seriffed capitals: '+ AMOR VINCET OMNIA' ('Love Conquers All'), the words separated by triangles composed of three dots. See Evans, J., English Posies and Posy Rings, OUP, London, 1931, p1. for this inscription and for multiple variations on the 'Amor Vincit' posie; cf. The British Museum, museum number 1961,1202.460, for a different ring with the same inscription and very similar lettering and punctuation, dated 16th-early 17th century AD.; cf. The Portable antiquities Scheme Database, id. YORYM-B0EB9B, for a very similar ring with the same posie, dated 1500-1700 AD; cf. The Portable Antiquities Scheme Database, id. GLO-55A844, for a very similar ring design, dated 1650-1740 AD. 3.34 grams, 18.61mm overall, 16.02mm internal diameter (approximate size British K, USA 5 1/4, Europe 9.95, Japan 9) (3/4"). From the Albert Ward collection, Essex, UK; acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985. 'Amor Vincit Omnia' was perhaps the most popular 'stock' motto engraved onto posy rings bearing Latin inscriptions; it was the motto engraved on a brooch worn by the flirtatious Prioress in Chaucer's Prologue to the 'Canterbury Tales', penned around 1390 AD. ‘Posy’ is derived from ‘poesy’ or ‘poetry’. In the medieval period many rings bore posy inscriptions in Latin or French, the languages frequently spoken by the affluent elites. Later, inscriptions in English became more usual, although the lack of standardised spelling might surprise the modern reader. The inscription is generally found on the interior of the ring, hidden to everyone except the wearer and most of the sentimental mottoes were taken from the popular literature of the time. In fact, love inscriptions often repeat each other, which suggests that goldsmiths used stock phrases. In the later 16th century, ‘posy’ specifically meant a short inscription. A posy is described in contemporary literature as a short ‘epigram’ of less than one verse. George Puttenham (1589) explained that these phrases were not only inscribed on finger rings, but also applied to arms and trenchers. The practice of giving rings engraved with mottoes at betrothals or weddings was common in England from the 16th century onwards, and continued until the late 18th century. Sources suggest that rings could be acquired ready- engraved, or alternatively engraved sometime after their initial production, by a hand other than the goldsmith’s. Joan Evans assumed that posy rings were principally used by/between lovers and distinguished four contexts for the giving of posy rings by one lover to another: betrothals, weddings, St Valentine’s Day and occasions of mourning. Samuel Pepys’ diary makes clear that posy rings might also mark the marriage of a family member, when bearers could even commission their own rings and chose their own mottoes from books. The rings could also function as tokens of friendship or loyalty. [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website] [No Reserve] Fair condition.
Lot 454
20th century AD. A rectangular wooden icon with recessed panel to the face, gilded surface with painted scene of the Nativity including Mary recumbent on a red cloak and swaddled infant Jesus in a manger with oxen, three magi with gifts, angels in attendance, herald with horn, ritual washing of the new-born child and pensive Joseph addressed by a traveller; Cyrillic legends above in red ink. See Onash, K. & Schnieper, A., Ikonen - Faszination und Wirklichkeit, Luzern, 1995, for discussion, and p.87, for parallel treatment of the scene. 560 grams, 25 x 20cm (9 3/4 x 8"). Property of a London lady, part of her family's collection; acquired in the 1970s. Fine condition.
Lot 384
10th-11th century AD. A gold annular band with rectangular-section hoop, plaited wire bezel and shoulders composed of three facetted gold wire strands hammered together at the lower shoulder, with an interesting ancient stepped joint to the band. Cf. The British Museum, museum number 1870,0402.77, for a ring of similar style and date; cf. The Portable Antiquities Scheme Database, id. SUSS-C6C345; SF-1E15D7; WAW-0C7587; WILT-C90DD5; GLO-37A922 and YORYM-F67716, for rings of similar style and date; cf. Oman, C., British Rings 800-1914, London, 1974, pl. 12, fig. D for similar; see Graham-Campbell, J., The Cuerdale Hoard and related Viking-Age silver and gold from Britain and Ireland in the British Museum, London, 2011, pp.259-263. 6.86 grams, 27.28mm overall, 22.02 x 13.73mm internal diameter, (approximate size British K 1/2, USA 5 1/2, Europe 10.58, Japan 10) (1"). Found while searching with a metal detector near the village of Sutton, Kent, UK, by Paul Smith on Monday 12th August 2019; declared as treasure and disclaimed by the crown under Treasure case tracking number 2019T856; accompanied by a copy of the Portable Antiquities Scheme Report (PAS) with reference number KENT-E2042E; a copy of the Treasure Receipt from the Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport; a copy a letter from the British Museum disclaiming the object to the finder; and the Report on find of Potential Treasure to HM Coroner; and a letter from the finder describing the circumstances of finding. Gold rings of this style and date are a relatively rare find, although broad parallels are known. The associated PAS report suggests a date of 'c. AD 900-1100' for this ring. [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website] Fine condition, hoop split, also with ancient repair.
Lot 451
Late 19th-early 20th century AD. A rectangular wooden icon with recessed mounting hole to the reverse; painted crimson border enclosing a scene of Christ receiving baptism from St John with angels in attendance; legend above. Cf. Onash, K. & Schnieper, A., Ikonen - Faszination und Wirklichkeit Luzern, 1995, for discussion. 1.2 kg, 31.5 x 27cm (12 1/2 x 10 1/2"). Property of a London lady, part of her family's collection; acquired in the 1970s. Fine condition.
Lot 347
10th-11th century AD. A Smolensk-type concave-section pendant with integral suspension loop; the openwork plaque with three-band border and four florid panels, internal stylised zoomorph with hatched panel to the hip, gripping hands to the body and border, facing mask below the loop with pellet eyes. Cf. Korshyn, V.E., Yazicheskiye Priveski Drevniye Rysi X-XIV Vekov, Moscow, 2013, items K.1.02-04. 7.5 grams, 38mm (1 1/2"). From a central London collection; previously in a European collection formed 1979-1989. There is a class of discoid pendants with banded borders and contorted figures found in the hinterland of the Baltic region, associated with the influence of Scandinavian settlers. The design of these items recalls specific elements of Scandinavian art - for example, the 'gripping hands' motif is a feature of the Oseberg Style named after the famous Norwegian ship-burial. Oseberg Style is associated with the beginnings of the Viking age, and was current in the 9th century when Scandinavian settlers began to establish centres of trade and political control in the area of the rivers Dnieper and Volga. The motif has been interpreted as a horse and linked with various legends and mythic figures. [No Reserve] Fine condition.
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