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Click here to subscribeA LATE VICTORIAN SILVER SPIRIT FLASK by Cornelius Desormeaux Saunders & James Francis Hollings (Frank) Shepherd, Birmingham 1900, of small proportions, the hip-flask shaped for the pocket, with screw cap. 6.2cm wide, 0.95 troy ounces grossHallmarks are clear and well struck, a few small dents to the lid edge, light surface wear and scratches. The lid screws down well and the cork is intact. Generally in good condition.
A SMALL GROUP OF SILVER, EARLY 20TH CENTURY comprising a George V novelty scent flask by William Henry Stokes & Arthur George Ireland, Chester 1917, in the form of a miniature spirit flask, with screw cap; a George V match book holder by E J Trevitt & Sons, Chester 1929, rectangular with canted corners, with all-over engine-turned decoration, the front cover with a vacant rectangular cartouche; an Edwardian sealing wax holder by John & William F Deakin, Chester 1902, in the form of a miniature chamber stick, with gadrooned rim and bead loop handle; and an Edwardian novelty goblet by Edward Foligne Braham, Birmingham 1906, of miniature proportions. (4) Match book holder 6.1cm by 4.5cm, 2.4 troy ounces grossGood condition overall, wear and tear commensurate with age, the chamber stick has some dents to edges, clear marks. Goblet has a number of dents to body and foot, clear marks. Flask has clear marks, very light scratches with age, two minor dents to body, otherwise very good. Match book holder very good, snaps shut with some slight movement between top and bottom
AN 18 CARAT GOLD SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND HALF HOOP RING four round brilliant-cut diamonds spaced by calibré-cut sapphires in a channel setting. Estimated total diamond weight 0.25ct, hallmarked import London 1995, ring size K, 3.5 gramsLight surface wear to gold. The estimated qualities of the diamonds are; colour: G/H/; clarity: SI1/SI2.
A LATE VICTORIAN SILVER CIGAR CASE by Henry Matthews, Birmingham 1893, plain rounded rectangular, of substantial proportions, shaped for the pocket, gilded to interior. 12.9cm by 8.5cm, 5.7 troy ouncesMarks clear and well struck. Hinge and spring lock in very good order. Minor dings, light surface marks and scratches commensurate with age and use.
A 17TH CENTURY GERMAN SILVER TUMBLER CUP Augsburg, plain circular form, with reeded rim. 7cm diameter, 1.7 troy ouncesMarks lightly rubbed. Light assay scrape zigzag mark to underside also. Sits level on base, no rocking. Slightly misshapen, various small bruises and dings throughout. Light surface scratches commensurate with age and use, one small deeper scrape to lower edge, approx. 1cm long.
A VICTORIAN OPAL AND DIAMOND RING three graduated oval opals spaced by pairs of old-cut diamonds, to forked shoulders. Estimated total diamond weight 0.15ct, marked '18', ring size N1/2, 3.0 gramsOne diamond chipped, light abrasion to the opals. Estimated diamond colour: H/I; estimated clarity: SI1/SI2.
TWO NECKLACES comprising a triple strand crystal bead necklace, 50cm long; and a simulated pearl collar necklace, comprising rows of simulated pearls spaced by blue guilloché enamel bars and suspending simulated pearl beads, to a fancy foliate engraved box clasp, 36cm long. (2)Crystal bead necklace with light wear. Simulated pearl necklace with two rows split and will require repair, heavy losses to the coating of the simulated pearls, drops later.
A GEORGIAN 18 CARAT GOLD SEED PEARL AND ENAMEL MOURNING RING a panel of woven hair within a border of seed pearls and black enamel, to fancy foliate cast shoulders and a reeded shank, engraved with a dedication inscription dated 1829. Hallmarked London 1827, ring size N1/2, 3.2 gramsAbrasion to the crystal, light wear to the pearls, light wear to the band. The inscription reads 'Rev.d J. Watt?? ob. 2 June 1829 ob 58'
A SOLITAIRE DIAMOND RING a round brilliant-cut diamond to fancy milgrain diamond shoulders. Estimated principal diamond weight 1.45ct, estimated total diamond weight 1.70ct, marked 'PLAT', ring size P, 3.5 gramsOne diamond is an eight-cut replacement. Estimated principal diamond colour: light tinted yellow; estimated clarity: SI1/SI2.
OLIVER BAKER FOR LIBERTY & CO - A SILVER AND LAPIS LAZULI BUCKLE of two-piece construction, a cushion-cut lapis lazuli within a rectangular frame between scrolling sides. Hallmarked Liberty & Co, Birmingham 1900, 11cm by 6.5cm, 2.56 troy ouncesLight general wear, including some surface scratching to the removable piece.
THREE GEM-SET HOOP BROOCHES comprising an 18 carat white gold diamond and sapphire hoop brooch, estimated total diamond weight 0.25ct, hallmarked Sheffield, 2cm diameter, 3.7 grams; a 9 carat gold ruby and diamond hoop brooch, hallmarked Sheffield, 2.2cm diameter, 2.6 grams; and and early 20th Century diamond and seed pearl brooch, marked '9CT', 2.2cm diameter, 2.1 grams. (3)Light wear and discolouration to pearls.
AN EDWARDIAN SILVER TABLE JAR AND COVER by Finnigans Ltd, London 1903, oval, planished all over, with vacant roundel cartouche to cover, gilded to interior. 10cm high, 3.5 troy ouncesMarks clear and well struck. Stamped FINNIGAN’S MANCHESTER to base. Stands upright, very slight wobble to base. Light surface scratches commensurate with age and use.
A LATE VICTORIAN SILVER NURSE’S BELT BUCKLE by John & William F Deakin, Chester 1899, of looped open-work form with squigglework engraving. 9.5cm wide, 1 troy ounceMarks clear and well struck to reverse. Hook and bar fixing closes securely. Light surface scratches commensurate with age and use.
AN EDWARDIAN SILVER CREAM JUG by Marston & Bayliss, Birmingham 1904, deep oval form with gadrooned rims, engraved with a girdle band of gadrooned foliage, raised on four flattened bun feet, with an angular strap handle. 7.8cm high overall, 12.4cm handle to lip, 3.5 troy ouncesMarks clear and well struck. Stands upright, slight diagonal rocking between feet. Small dings to feet, light surface marks and scratches commensurate with age and use.
A VICTORIAN SILVER SUGAR CASTER AND MUSTARD the caster by Samuel Roberts & Joseph Slater, Sheffield 1852, baluster form; the mustard by Charles Arthur Faraday, London 1898. (2) Caster 12cm high, 4.7 troy ounces grossMarks very lightly rubbed but legible to each. Caster stands upright, minor wobble to base, slightly misshapen. Finial slightly compressed. Mustard cover hinge slightly loose but sturdy. Pinprick hole to front seam line, just beneath rim. Small dings and light surface scratches commensurate with age and use.
A VICTORIAN 18 CARAT GOLD DIAMOND AND SPLIT PEARL CLUSTER RING an old-cut diamond within a border of split pearls, to diamond-set shoulders. Hallmarked Birmingham 1888, ring size M1/2, 2.8 gramsLight wear and discolouration to the pearls, one of the pearls is a replacement and sits shallow in the setting.
A GEORGE III SILVER EGG CUP by Henry Chawner, London 1792, of plain form, with reeded girdle and rim, raised on a reeded circular pedestal foot. 6.8cm high, 1.6 troy ouncesMarks clear and well struck. Foot slightly misshapen, cup wobbles. Top rim also slightly misshapen. Light surface marks and scratches commensurate with age and use.
A PAIR OF GEORGE III GILT-WASHED SILVER BERRY SPOONS by Peter & William Bateman, London 1809, Hanoverian pattern, later gilded, engraved and chased with foliate stems, cased. 22cm long, 4.1 troy ounces grossMaker's mark lightly rubbed to each, but legible; remainder clear and well struck. Case not original. Light surface scratches commensurate with age and use.
A PAIR OF EARLY 20TH CENTURY DANISH STERLING SILVER TOMATO SERVERS by P. Hertz, Copenhagen 1916, assayer Christian F. Heise (1904-1932), the flat disc bowls issuing handles with scrolling foliate borders, retailed by P. Hertz, Copenhagen, in original card box. 20.8cm long, 4.2 troy ounces grossMarks clear and well struck. Light surface marks and scratches commensurate with age and use.
ROBERT THOMPSON OF KILBURN, A MOUSEMAN OAK TABLE LAMP the octagonal stem issuing from a square base, adzed, with carved mouse signature. 31cm high excl. fittingIn need of re-wiring, small old chip to mouses ear, cork in top has drill holes that slightly go into the wood where a light fitting has been affixed before. Otherwise in generally good condition.
A RUSSIAN SILVER SALT circular, with engine-turned ground, engraved L v. F.F. to a cartouche, inscribed on the underside. 4.5cm diameterMarks clear to underside. Inscription reads 'v. Grossmama / Sophie v. Falz-Fein' (possibly Sophie von Falz-Fein, née Knauff, b.1835, d.1919). Stands upright on three feet, no rocking. Gilded to interior. Small crack to base, lightly visible inside and underneath. Surface tarnish and light scratches commensurate with age and use.
A STERLING SILVER BARREL-FORM NOVELTY INKWELL, 20TH CENTURY the barrel with clear glass liner and tapering cylindrical pounce holder, stamped 'STERLING'; together with a George V vesta case by W H Haseler Ltd, Birmingham 1920, rounded rectangular with front-opening hinged cover, gilded to interior, with 'SOLKETS' mark. (2) Inkwell 4cm by 4.3cm by 3.2cm, 1.7 troy ounces grossVesta marks clear and well struck to interior. Cover hinge very sturdy, spring catch in good working order. Gilding is good. Minor dings and light surface scratches commensurate with age and use.Inkwell marked 'STERLING' to underside. Stands upright, no rocking. Very clean and tidy.
A PAIR OF ARTS AND CRAFTS STYLE KESWICK DISHES by B.M.I, Keswick, each dish square shaped with rounded corners, the spot-hammered ground engraved to the centre with four leaves, within a zig-zag roundel, stamped marks to underside. (2) 9.5cm squareB.M.I (British Metal Industries) was founded by Colin Pepper and Ron Wise when the Keswick School of Industrial Arts closed in 1984.Marked to base with B.M.I triangular stamp, KESWICK, and HAND MADE. Light surface scratches to underside commensurate with age and use.
Four gem set 9ct gold dress rings. Featuring a sapphire set half hoop ring, size N, approximate weight 2.7 grams; a smoky quartz and tanzanite cluster ring, size N, approximate weight 3.1 grams; aa light blue stone set dress ring, size N, approximate weight 3.0 grams, plus a topaz and tanzanite dress ring, size N, approximate weight 2.3 grams.
Fine French violoncello by and labelled Paul Bailly, Violin Maker, Pupil of Jean Baptiste Vuillaume of Paris, no. 1009, 1897; also signed in pencil Paul Bailly no. 1009 to the inner back, the two piece back of faint medium curl with similar wood to the sides and head, the table of a medium/fine width grain and the varnish of a light reddish-brown colour on a golden ground, 30", 76.20cm, soft case *This violoncello is sold with a silver and nickel mounted violoncello bow faintly stamped Weichold, Dresden; also with another silver and nickel mounted violoncello bow, unstamped **The instrument is accompanied with an appraisal for the purpose of probate from Bromptons Auctioneers Limited dated 10th August 2022; also included are a purchase receipt from Messrs. F. Lant. London for £40 pounds dated 20th October 1955 and an insurance valuation from David E. Vernon of Manchester for £2000 dated 2nd March 1984
Interesting 18th century German violin labelled Puncraty Reber fecit, Mogonti A.O.1736; also bearing two repair labels dated 1792 and 1863, the two piece back of faint medium curl with medium fine curl to the sides and plainish wood to the head, the table of a fine width grain and the varnish of a light reddish-brown colour on a golden ground, 14 1/8", 35.90cm, silver mounted bow, case
Scottish violin by and labelled James Omond, Scotland, A.D. 1891, Strad...& Principal, 3 Diplomas of Merit, the two piece back of medium curl with similar wood to the sides and head, the table of a medium width grain and the varnish of a light reddish-brown colour on a golden ground, 14 1/8", 35.90cm, bow (at fault) *James Omond (1833-c.1908) hailed from Stromness, Orkney
Interesting mid 19th century violin labelled Gio Giorgio Taningard fecit Romae, Anno 1746, the two piece back of faint medium curl with similar wood to the sides and head, the table of a fine width grain and the varnish of a light reddish-brown colour on a golden ground, 13 15/16", 35.40cm, bow, case
French violin labelled Manufacturer Speciale de la Maison Beare & Fils á Londres, the two piece back of faint medium curl with similar wood to the sides and head, the table of a fine width grain widening to the flanks and the varnish of a light reddish-brown colour on a golden ground, 14 1/8", 35.90cm
Large German viola by and stamped L. Lowendall Dresden, 1879 to the inner back, also inscribed Lowendall's Grand Concert Viola, Straduarius, the two piece back of medium curl with similar wood to the sides and head, the table of a medium width grain and the varnish of a light reddish-brown colour, 18", 45.70cm
French violin labelled Diter & Lorange, Luthiers á Marseilles, l'an 1930, the one piece back of faint medium curl with similar wood to the sides and head, the table of a fine width grain widening to the flanks and the varnish of a light reddish-brown colour on a golden ground, 14 1/4", 36.20cm
Good English violoncello by and labelled Jeffery J. Gilbert, Peterborough, Fecit Anno MDCCCCVI, the two piece back of faint medium curl with similar wood to the sides and head, the table with stripped varnish of fine curl widening to the flanks and the original varnish of a light reddish-brown colour on a golden ground, 30", 76.20cm, hard case *The varnish on the table of this instrument has been stripped and a sound post crack repaired The instrument is also sold with numerous historical receipts from Edward Withers Limited and J.P . Guivier & Co Limited. There are also several black and white photographs of the instrument before the varnish was taken off the table A bridge, tailpiece, sound post and strings also accompany the lot
French Leberte Freres violin labelled Perfectionne par la Barre d'harmonie rationnelle, Brevete de L.-H.F. no. 2480, 1909, the two piece back of medium curl with similar wood to the sides, the head of plainish wood, the table of a broad width grain and the varnish of a light reddish-brown colour on a golden ground, 14 3/16", 36cm
A Boer War pair to include a Queen's South Africa medal (1899-1902) 3rd type reverse with South Africa 1901, Laing's Nek, Relief of Ladysmith and Tugela Heights clasps, naming 15 SJT: F.E. RIVETT. STANDERTON POLICE. and a King's South Africa medal (1901-1902) with South Africa 1902 and Transvaal clasps, TPR. F.E. RIVETT. No. 832 IMPERIAL LIGHT INFANTRY. (2)
A gentleman's British military Omega W.W.W. wristwatch, circa 1940, part of the "Dirty Dozen", having a signed black dial with Arabic numerals, luminous outer markers and subsidiary seconds dial, the steel screw back stamped W.W.W. Y10293 10674492, on a replacement Nato type strap, 34mm. (excluding crown)In working order at the time of cataloguing, luminous baton markers dull, some spotting to the dial, losses to some of the numerals noteably 2-5, luminous hands patchy, glass good very light surface scratches.
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