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Click here to subscribeAn opal and diamond pendant, circa 1890, the circular opal cabochon with rose-cut diamond highlights to the surround, the detachable bale similarly-set, mounted in silver and gold, length including bale 30mm. £300-£500 --- Condition Report Opal measures 14.8mm x 4mm. Good display of colour. Light wear. Overall good condition. Gross weight 3.4gm.
A silver, amber and chrysoprase necklace, design No. 8, by Georg Jensen, 1904-1908, designed as a series of stylised flowerheads each set with a circular chrysoprase cabochon, alternating with a fringe of scrolled buds each issuing an oval amber cabochon, maker’s mark ‘GJ’ and ‘G.I’, stamped ‘826S’, numbered ‘8’, length 47cm. £2,000-£3,000 --- For a similar example set with opal and labradorite from the Collection of Sophie Hallstrom, see: Janet Drucker, Georg Jensen A Tradition of Splendid Silver, pub. Schiffer Publishing Ltd, 2nd edition, 2001, page 66. Condition Report Gross weight 71.5gm.
A silver and opal pendant, design No. 28, by Georg Jensen, 1915-1927, the two foliate sprays set with opal cabochons and enveloping a polished rose quartz drop, to a cable-link chain of alternating circular and oval-shaped links, with a similarly-cut opal to either side, stamped ‘GEORG JENSEN’ and ‘** 830 S’ both in an oval punch, stamped ‘DENMARK’, numbered ‘28’, pendant length 5cm, chain length 64cm. £600-£800 --- Condition Report Gross weight 24gm.
A 22ct gold opal parure by Louis Osman, 1972 and 1973, comprising a hinged torque collar, hinged bangle, brooch, pair of ear pendants and ring, each of organic branching form, supporting graduated oval cabochon opals each claw set above a concave dish mount, the gold with hammered finish, the necklace, earrings, ring and bracelet all hallmarked for London 1972, with maker’s mark ‘LO’, the brooch unmarked, within customised carved yew wood and silver fitted case, collar inner diameter 12cm, bangle inner diameter 6.5cm. £40,000-£60,000 Please note ARR will apply to this lot (Artist’s Resale Rights). --- The opals (Australia’s national gemstone) in this suite were acquired as gifts for his wife Dorothy, by Maurice Jenkins from the Perth firm Mazzucchelli’s, over multiple trips to Australia during the late 1960 and 1970s. Mr and Mrs Jenkins first met Louis in 1970, (when she had 11 opals), and they commissioned Louis to mount these into a suite of jewellery. Having agreed the design with the couple, Louis told Mr Jenkins the sizes and numbers of additional opals that he wanted in order to complete the initial commission: a necklace, bracelet, earrings and ring suite, which was completed in 1972. The brooch was added in 1973. Correspondence from Louis discusses how excited he was to be working with opals and how the commission was bringing him out of a creative slump, following a car accident. Louis took inspiration from everywhere, from the sublime to the mundane - in this case he was inspired, for the concave mounts of the opals, by the humble kitchen teaspoon. The raised claw settings of the opals above the concave ‘bowls’ allow light to pass around the stones, displaying them to their best advantage. The earrings in this suite are of complimentary but differing designs - a feature Louis often employed in the designs for earrings. In her biography of Louis, Jenny Moore notes: “Louis felt that [the difference between the earrings] emphasised each side of the face as representing a different side of the personality”. The fitted case subsequently was carved to house the complete suite from a single piece of yew wood taken from the grounds of Canons Ashby. Yew wood is particularly resistant to decay and insect attack. The natural cracks within the wood are inlaid with silver, producing a similar result to the Japanese technique of Kintsugi, in which ceramics are repaired with lacquer and gold dust, highlighting - almost celebrating - the repair. “Louis never regarded the box for keeping his jewellery in as merely a practical object, but felt that it should enhance the character of the individual piece” - J. Moore (page 118). An original pen and watercolour design for this suite was sold as part of The Personal Archive of Louis Osman at Noonans on 27 March 2018 (lot 287). Exhibited: The Observer Jewellery Exhibition, organised by the Welsh Arts Council, 1973, exhibition catalogue no. 359. A copy of this exhibition catalogue accompanies this lot. Copies of two media articles (one part illustrated) about this exhibition including the gold opal parure, accompany this lot. Osman: An exhibition of the Works of Louis Osman, at Canons Ashby, 18 & 19 May 1974, exhibition catalogue no. 117. Explosion, Talent today: the 650th birthday of the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths, December 1977, exhibition catalogue no. 209. (part illustrated). In Celebration of Gold and Silver: An exhibition of exquisite jewellery and magnificent silver made during the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, a Goldsmiths’ Company exhibition at Goldsmiths’ Hall, May - July 2002, exhibition catalogue no. 95. The necklace and brooch also were included in this exhibition’s limited edition of a bound set of 10 postcards of key pieces: one set of these postcards accompanies this lot. Copies of these catalogues (three dedicated to Dorothy & Maurice Jenkins and of J. Moore’s biography accompany this lot. This lot is also accompanied by further related correspondence. Condition Report The brooch was made approximately six months after the suite and was not taken for hallmarking. Earrings: lengths 59 and 60mmmain , gross weigh 24.4gm. Ring: size P, weight 9.7gm. Bracelet: weight 76.8gm. Necklace: weight approximately 246gm. Brooch is unmarked, measures 77.5mm, weight 60.6gm. The suite is set with 46 graduated milky opals, well matched, with a good even play of colour throughout; multiple examples have cracks/fractures, some with chips or significant wear. The largest opal measures approximately 18.4 x 13.95 x 5mm. This lot is accompanied by hand written correspondence between Louis Osman and Mrs Jenkins regarding the commission of this suite: A quotation, dated 5 December 1970. A list of further opals to be sourced. A letter confirming receipt of 11 opals and requesting interim payment for design, dated 11 May 1971. A sketch design of brooch, using 11 opals. A letter acknowledging receipt of further opals and requesting an interim payment, dated 6 January 1972. A compliments slip for interim payment, dated 27 October 1972. An insurance valuation, dated 18 December 1972. A letter acknowledging receipt of payment for brooch and further details, dated 25 July 1973. A copy of a letter referring to the opal suite, including possible loan to the Welsh Arts Council exhibition, dated 13 August 1973. A letter confirming that Osman is holding the opal suite, dated 14 August 1973. An invitation to the Osman exhibition, at Canons Ashby, with hand written note verso, referring to the opal suite, 1974. An updated insurance valuation, reflecting rising gold costs and the addition of a ring and brooch to the suite, dated 13 June 1974. An invitation to an Exhibition of the works of Louis Osman, at Canons Ashby, with accompanying note, 1974. A typed valuation including the opal suite, dated 15 December 1976. A hand written valuation, including the opal suite, dated 26 April 1978. Also included in this lot are: An exhibition catalogue for The Observer Jewellery Exhibition, organised by the Welsh Arts Council, with dedication by Louis Osman, together with a copy of Country Life September 1973, which includes a relevant article (p745) and a further press cutting from The Retail Jeweller, September 1973. An exhibition catalogue for Osman: An exhibition of the Works of Louis Osman at Canons Ashby, with personal dedication, together with an original related signed letter from Osman. An exhibition catalogue for Celebration in Gold and Silver, together with original related paperwork. An exhibition catalogue for Explosion, with personal dedication from Osman, and further original related paperwork. An exhibition catalogue for The Louis Osman gold exhibition, held at Goldsmiths’ Hall, February-March 1971, with personal dedication from Osman. A copy of the biography: Louis Osman, by Jenny Moore.
Vintage faux opal jewellery, fantasy gems, T L Mott, one marked "Silver", a bracelet marked "silver" with seven faux opals, 18cm; fantasy gem brooch and matching earclip, star design, the brooch having a mirror glass gem; a pair of 50mm dress clips; a pair of TLM earscrews marked "Sterling"; 40mm brooch gilt metal brooch, floral and scroll frame; bar brooch with pendant drop; pair of clip earrings.
Ten 9 carat yellow gold gemset rings, garnet, sapphire, opal and others, an antique-style garnet ring, the five oval mixed cut stones claw set in a 9 carat yellow gold mount ring size Z, engraved mount and shoulders; a sapphire half hoop ring, the seven brilliant cut sapphires claw set in a 9 carat yellow gold double shank mount ring size Y½; an opal half hoop ring, the seven circular cabochon cut opals claw set in a 9 carat yellow gold mount ring size Y; a multi-gemstone ring, to include citrine, amethyst, garnet and diamond, all stones claw set in a 9 carat yellow gold mount ring size Y½; and six other gemset rings in 9 carat yellow gold mounts, sizes Y to Z; total gross weight 31.3g.Qty: 10
Twelve loose opal triplets, eleven unmounted enamel faces, novelty brooches, mermaids, twelve loose opal triplets, 8, 12 and 16mm; eleven 16mm unmounted enamel faces in concal hats; novelty leather Scottie dog brooch; rectangular tortoiseshell style brooch; 1930's suede case with three metal travel hangers; 80mm Sheriff star brooch; enamel snuff tin; three bisque ceramic reclining mermaids, 9cm, marked Foreign; butterfly wing framed picture; and brooch in gilt metal closed back mount.
A 9 carat garnet and pearl star, aqua pendant and an opal and paste brooch, the 35mm star brooch set with garnets and six pearls with a cluster of pearls and garnet to centre, London 1963, gross weight 7.7g; an Edwardian unmarked aquamarine and seed pearl brooch, 3.4g; and an opal and synthetic white stone 30mm unmarked circular cluster brooch, base metal pin, 8.2g.Qty: 3
An opal solitaire ring and a turquoise ring, an oval cabochon cut opal 27x10mm, claw set in an all yellow metal mount ring size O, shank marked 18ct, 5.2g; an 18 carat yellow gold half hoop ring set with three cabochon cut turquoise and three small rose cut diamonds (one missing), ring size M, Birmingham 1918, 2.4g.Qty: 2
Nine 9 carat yellow gold gemset rings, blue diamond, garnet and opal, peridot and others, a blue diamond ring, the three rows of thirteen brilliant cut stones claw set in a 9 carat yellow gold mount ring size Y½; a garnet and opal ring, the oval and circular cut garnets divided by oval cabochon cut opals, all claw set in a 9 carat yellow gold mount ring size Z; a peridot five stone ring, the five graduated oval mixed cut stones claw set in a 9 carat yellow gold carved mount ring size Y½, carved shoulders; and six other gemset rings in 9 carat yellow gold, sizes Y to Z; total gross weight 29.5g.Qty: 9
Art Nouveau and later silver, pewter and white metal jewellery, 65x45mm rectangular brooch with faux lapis to centre; 70mm hammered finish arrow head dress clip with oval cabochon to centre; 45mm dress clip with faux opal cabochons; 10mm pressed brooch of classical mask; white metal brooch with turquoise scarab to centre; silver curb link bracelet with charms; tigers eye bar brooch; D.R.G.M. German brooch marked Sterling set with clear paste and blue and red stone drops; other earrings and clip.Qty: 11
Vintage faux opal and foil bead jewellery, T L M (T L Mott) Sterling bracelet set with six circular faux opals: three rings - two marked "Silver"; cushion shaped pendant and chain, closed back setting marked Sterling Silver England; T L M Sterling 55mm bar brooch; white metal leaf design dress clip; foil bead sautoir; 80mm foil bead bar brooch; pair of earclips; large white metal filigree pendant 75x55mm with cabochon glass gem to centre on a modern chain; gilt metal fringe necklace; other similar pieces. Qty: 16
Five 9 carat yellow gold rings, some gemset, a citrine dress ring, the rectangular princess cut stone claw set in a 9 carat yellow gold mount ring size P½, openwork shoulders; a fire opal ring, the central oval mixed cut stone surrounded by eight brilliant cut stones with a further three marquise cut stones to either side all claw set in a 9 carat yellow gold mount ring size P½; a 9 carat yellow gold 4.1mm wide plain polished wedding band ring size L½, shank engraved You Are Special; and two other gemset rings in 9 carat yellow gold, both missing a stone; total gross weight 11.3g.Qty: 5
Thee rings, a diamond cluster, opal and gold, a seven stone diamond cluster ring, 9 carat yellow gold ring size L; a 9 carat yellow gold ring set with an oval cabochon cut opal and six small diamonds to each side, size M; and a 9 carat yellow gold ring size K; total gross weight 6g.Qty: 3Condition report:Please see additional uploaded images of the rings on a finger.
A jewel box with gold and yellow metal Victorian and later jewellery, four gemset rings in small sizes G-J - an oval cabochon cut opal, two with seed pearls and one with a faceted yellow stone; a yellow metal target brooch with red stone to centre; a 6cm bar brooch marked 9ct; 9 carat yellow gold fob with compass to centre, Bimingham 1880; Royal Engineers pin badge marked 9c; a tassel brooch; small charm bracelet; watch key; pair of oval garnet coloured drops (no fittings); all in a red leather jewel box with lift out tray.
Three pairs of earrings for pierced ears, gold, garnet and diamond, opal, a pair of 9 carat yellow gold twisted bar earrings; a pair of garnet and diamond earrings, the briolette cut garnets suspended below a small diamond collet set in white metal, unmarked yellow metal hook fittings; and a pair of opal cluster earrings, missing a stone, post and hoop fittings marked 9K; total gross weight 9g.
Five gemset gold rings, a diamond three stone ring, the three brilliant cut stones collet set in 9 carat white gold metal with 9 carat yellow gold claws and mount ring size J½; a garnet and white stone (not diamond) half hoop ring, the four brilliant cut garnets and three white stones claw set in a 9 carat yellow gold mount ring size K; a white stone (not diamond) five stone ring, in a 9 carat yellow gold mount ring size M½; and two opal five stone rings, both in 9 carat yellow gold mounts ring sizes K½ and L½; total gross weight 9.9g.Qty: 5
A silver graduated part Albert chain made into a charm bracelet each link stamped with the passant, seven silver and enamel shield charms; loose silver charms including tape recorder, top hat, 18 key, cat and dustbin etc.; an unusual silver shield shaped padlock set with a square opal cabochon, total weight 44.3g gross
AN UNMOUNTED ETHIOPIAN OPAL Featuring a pear cabochon cut Ethiopian opal weighing 9.393 Cts. Accompanied with Bellerophon Gemlab Verbal Report No. V26963 dated 17 October 2024, stating that the natural opal shows no indications of any treatment. 9.393 Cts Condition: For a condition report or further images please email hello@hotlotz.com at least 48 hours prior to the closing date of the auction. This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration.
AN UNMOUNTED ETHIOPIAN OPAL Featuring a cushion cabochon cut Ethiopian opal weighing 4.911 Cts. Accompanied with Bellerophon Gemlab Verbal Report No. V26964 dated 17 October 2024, stating that the natural opal shows no indications of any treatment. 4.911 Cts Condition: For a condition report or further images please email hello@hotlotz.com at least 48 hours prior to the closing date of the auction. This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration.
9ct Gold synthetic opal and blue topaz bracelet, gross weight 12gThere are general minor abrasions consistent with regular wear but no major damage or repair. N.B. The fastening is a very simple loop affair - there is no proper clasp. Definitely not antique, probably mid-late 20th Century. Overall length 18cm. The opals are synthetic
Art Deco period black opal and diamond plaque ring, set with an oval black cabochon opal and various old-cut diamond brilliants, in pierced white gold, c. 1930, size G, 3.5g gross.CONDITION REPORT: The head of the ring is 19mm x 12mm. The opal (not a doublet) is 9.5mm x 7mm approximately. The diamonds are pinhead size - .01 - typical old-cut. The opal has the usual scratches but is uncracked. Has been much used, but not abused.
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