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Click here to subscribeA SAMSON FAMILLE ROSE RUBY-GROUND 'COCKERELS' DISH 19TH CENTURY Painted with a handscroll depicting two cockerels, with a prunus branch behind, the rim decorated with four cartouches enclosing figures and buildings in watery landscapes, the scenes divided by leafy sprays, all reserved on a rich pinkish-red ground, 23.3cm.
A NEAR PAIR OF CHINESE FAMILLE ROSE RUBY-GROUND ORMOLU-MOUNTED BEAKER VASES THE PORCELAIN 18TH CENTURY, THE MOUNTS 19TH CENTURY One painted with shaped panels enclosing ladies, boys and flowering branches beneath a continuous lotus scroll, the other decorated with cartouches containing peony and chrysanthemum blooms between green bands of roundels reserved on diaper, with stylised flowerheads dividing the panels, all set against a rich cherry-red ground, with ormolu mounts to the rims and feet, the interior of each with a removable liner, 42.5cm overall. (4) Provenance: from an English private collection, Cornwall.
An early 20th century sapphire and diamond 18ct gold floral cluster ring, comprising a round mixed cut sapphire with a surround of single cut diamonds, all set to a scalloped floral border, 6mm diameter, set to a plain polished 18ct shank, ring size K 1/2 (at fault), together with an opal set 9ct gold dress ring, size O, and an early 20th century ruby and pearl set ring (at fault), gross weight 3.9gms (3)
An Art Deco 'Odeonesque' diamond and ruby ring, the stylized head designed as a tapering arch set with calibre cut rubies and old cut diamonds, continuing to a stepped shoulder with two cushion cut diamonds, all set in white gold to yellow gold shoulders and shank, Egyptian seagull mark and 12ct gold mark, weight 6.2gms (at fault)Condition Report; One of the principle diamonds has a moderate sized fracture running from the table to the facet edge. There appears to be a natural on one of the old cut diamonds. There are no other fractures, chips or losses to any of the other diamonds or rubies. There is some wear to the claw settings around the diamonds, but all the stones appear to be secure. The setting and shank are heavily scratched and generally worn, but there is no signs of splitting or repair. The hallmarks on the shank are heavily worn, and not all are legible. Please note: The shank is quite heavily denting/misshapen, and therefore we cannot provide an accurate ring size. Currently it measures as a size O, but this could change with repair.
An Edwardian ruby and diamond 18ct gold ring, the quatrefoil head set with four untested round mixed cut rubies and fifteen round mixed cut diamonds, all set in 18ct yellow gold to plain polished shank, marks for Birmingham 1901, ring size P, weight 3.1gms Overall condition is good. All stones are present. All the rubies are in tact, no chips or losses visible. All diamonds are in tact, no chips or losses. There is wear to the claws on the stones, ranging from minor to heavy, but the majority are in tact. There is some areas of splitting and denting to the setting, but no signs of repair. There is some denting/misshaping to the shank (see pictures for illustration), but no splitting or signs of repair.The head measures 14mm x 9mm. The head does appear to be original to the shank, though there are visible seams where the head meets the shank (see pictures for illustration). We advise that all interested bidders view this lot in person before bidding where possible.
An early 20th century diamond and ruby horse stick pin, the horse modelled in gallop and set with old cut diamonds and a mixed cut ruby to the eye, all set in white metal, 18mm wide, set to a yellow metal stick pin, 6.3cm long, weight 2.1gms (at fault) Please note: The front leg/hoof of the horse has broken off, and will need repairing. There are no other signs of damage, repair or loss. All stones are present and in tact.
18ct white gold ring with central ruby & 0.27ct diamonds around the ruby & on each shoulder. RRP £2,087We have used a ring sizer mandrel to determine the inside diameter in mm of this ring, however please note we are not experts and in particular, larger/thicker/wider rings are less easy to accuratley measure. The interior diameter of this ring is approximately 16.71mmThis is the second in a series of three sales which collectively comprise the total assets from a jewellery retailer as a result of insolvency. This particular sale primarily comprises wedding & engagement rings (including mens), earrings, necklaces, bracelets & pendants. Where we quote an RRP in the lot description, we are quoting a price found on a sticker attached to the item unless we state otherwise. Where we make reference to an item being gold, platinum, diamonds, etc., that means there is a sticker on the item in question stating same. If we use the expression "Believed to be diamond, gold, etc. ...", that means there is no such label. Many of the items have hallmarks but some do not. There is no comeback whatsoever for purchasers in the instance of misdescription, however major.Where we believe an item to be second user/vintage, for instance if taken in part exchange, we have stated same in the lot description however some items that are second user may not be marked as such. All items known to be samples are being sold as such, however it is possible that we have missed some samples and as with all lots, buyers should inspect to their satisfaction prior to bidding. The vast majority of the jewellery either does not include a box or includes a Wave jewellery box. Some boxes have been used to assist with photography but If a box is not specifically referenced in the lot description, assume no box is included. As with all lots, there are no rights of comeback & buyer inspection prior to bidding is crucial.YOU MUST PAY AND COLLECT WITHIN 2 DAYSROBSON KAY DO NOT SHIPYOU MUST PAY AND COLLECT WITHIN 2 DAYSROBSON KAY DO NOT SHIPYOU MUST PAY AND COLLECT WITHIN 2 DAYSROBSON KAY DO NOT SHIPAll Lots located at Robson Kay in Manchester. Goods successfully bid upon must be paid for and collected within 2 daysWE DO NOT ARRANGE DELIVERY NOR DO WE PACKAGE OR LOAD. We do not print labels, provide boxes or seal boxes. Please don't ask for an exception, for example to put your item in a box or to affix a label - there are no circumstances whatseover in which we will assist. No matter who you are, your particular personal circumstances are not sufficiently unusual that the rules do not apply to you - if you cannot arrange collection without our assistance, DO NOT BID If these rules might pose a problem, DO NOT BIDLate collections incur a penalty, please read our full rules before bidding.Goods paid for, but not collected within one week of the collection deadline, will be treated as abandoned unless agreed in writing with Robson Kay prior. Please remember to inform us if you intend using a carrier, to avoid us disposing of goods you might think have already been collectedLots are SOLD AS SEEN. We DO NOT TEST LotsNO REFUNDS under any circumstances No lots are tested, nor are they guaranteed to work and/or be complete. Our auctions are only considered suitable for trade buyers as there are no rights of consumer protectionNo refunds or cancellations can ever be offered. If you are unhappy with these terms DO NOT BID.
Mixed Lot: 9ct gold single stone diamond ring of round brilliant cut, 0.15ct approx, a four stone small diamond ring in illusion setting (one stone missing), a guilt metal antique ruby and pearl cluster ring (one pearl and one ruby missing), three 9ct stamped rings, together with a sapphire and seed pearl spray brooch (pin missing), g/w 18gms
An Anglo-Indian split pearl and ruby coronet brooch, c.1900,with a row of split pearls, grain set to the band. A row of eight cut rubies, grain set above, with split pearls claw set to the top, with pin and 'C' catch. Indian colonial marks, unidentified. Marked 18K. A case by William Pearce, 106 Kings Road, Brighton. 36 x 22mm, 4.40gCondition report: Surface reaching inclusions.Two rubies not round or chipped.Too small to accurately assess.Pin a little bent.
An Art Deco synthetic ruby and diamond rectangular plaque brooch,with a cushion cut synthetic ruby, milligrain set in the centre. Rows of radiating blade edge bars with a crescent of graduated old eight cut diamonds, millgrain set to each side. Pierced chevrons at the compass points, grain set with eight cut and rose cut diamonds, with pierced fish scale infill. Tested as platinum, the fittings as approximately 9ct gold. 40 x 22mm, 7.18gCondition report: Brooch fittings appear to be yellow gold under the rhodium plating. One diamond deficient.
An Edwardian sapphire, ruby, diamond and pearl pendant, c.1910,with a circular mixed cut sapphire, milligrain set to the centre. A radiating lattice ground with applied foliate scrolls, grain set with graduated rose cut diamonds and a pair of seed pearls, to an outer frame of calibré cut rubies, set between rose cut diamonds. A pair of diamond set leaves to a detachable diamond set bale. Tested as approximately 15ct gold and silver. 38 x 27mm, 5.96gCondition report: Areas of tarnish, some chips in the setting between the rubies.One ruby chipped under 10x magnification.
A pair of ruby and diamond drop earrings,converted from a double clip brooch, c.1930. Two rows of graduated eight cut diamonds, with ribbon ties, all milligrain set with diamonds, to an outer row of claw set rubies. Later hook fittings. Tested as platinum, later fittings as approximately 9ct gold. 42mm long, 9.38g (2)Condition report: One replacement diamond possibly glued in place.Tarnished at the rep fittings and eyelets.Original brooch fittings have been removed. Light surface marks commensurate with age.Minor marks to the table or crown facet edges under 10x magnification.29 x 12mm excluding later fittings.
A white gold diamond and ruby cluster ring, c.1935,with three old European cut diamonds, claw set in a fingerline position. Three circular mixed cut rubies, grain set to each side, to form a scalloped cluster with a Swiss cut diamond to each shoulder. Tested as approximately 18ct gold. Head 18.80 x 14.65mm including shoulders, 3.30g.Finger size J½Condition report: Very dirty and tarnished. The shank maybe a replacement. A shoulder diamond with a chip and very large indented natural to the crown.
A ruby and diamond double clip brooch, c.1935-1940,composed of two matching, but inverted sprays. A central fern style frond, claw set with pairs of graduated circular mixed cut rubies, with a central vein of graduated baguette cut diamonds. Graduated leaves and stems, grain set with graduated brilliant cut and old European cut diamonds, with smaller eight cut diamonds, with diamond set ribbon ties. A detachable brooch pin with each clip with a hinged double pin fitting. Tested as approximately platinum and 18ct white gold. 55 x 35mm, 27.24gCondition report: Surface marks to the mount.White gold sections require re rhodium plating.Slightly dirty.Possible repairs to the reverse, dark solder, possibly soft solder.One wing nut turn piece is detached.Slight facet edge wear to some of the rubies.Some natural surface reaching inclusions and open fissures.
A ruby and diamond spray brooch, c.1950,with central reed style leaves, grain set with rows of eight cut diamonds. Radiating wire sprays, claw set with scattered, graduated brilliant cut diamonds and circular mixed cut rubies, gathered with a diamond set ribbon. Brooch pin and visor with threaded lock. Marked 18. 49 x 32mm approximately, 12.60gCondition report: One gemstone deficient - possibly a ruby.Surface reaching inclusion and open fissures to some rubies.A crack and historic repair to one wire, outside right hand side, close to the tie.
A diamond and ruby cluster ring,with a brilliant cut diamond, claw set to the centre. A surround of six mixed cut rubies, claw set to an outer border of brilliant cut diamonds. A straight wire basket to knife edge shoulders and a plain shank. Marked 18ct. Head 19.70 x 19.60mm, 8.42g.Finger size O½ LECondition report: Scratches and marks consistent with age. Slightly creamy colour to lower shank.Visible inclusions to the naked eye to the rubies.Surface reaching inclusions - occasional.One claw has been re-tipped, the others appear secure.
A black grossgrain gem set evening clutch bag, c.1930,by Odette of Alexandria, Egypt. The gathered grossgrain clutch with a matching wrist strap and gilt metal clasp, hand engraved with a foliate pattern, and a pressure fit rectangular clasp, claw set with a carved and pierced jadeite plaque with a border of freeform cabochon rubies, opening to reveal a concealed mirror and pierced palm trees. A cabochon ruby and a cabochon set at each end, signed to the interior clasp 'Odette, 93 rue Fouad, Alex' with a silk coin purse and mirror to the black silk lined interiorCondition report: Some wear to the gilding on the clasp where it has been handled most.Some tarnish to the hasp at each side of the clasp. This should polish off.Natural inclusions and surface reaching inclusions to the gemstones.A few marks to the grossgrain base of the bag if you look closely. Spot dry cleaning may remove them, but overall clean.No wear or damage.
A silver and gold ruby set compact and lipstick holder, by Boucheron, with pierced engraved floral decoration. The circular compact with pierced and incised floral and foliate decoration, rub set with circular mixed rubies and a twist action clasp, together with a matched lipstick holder with cabochon rubies. Both signed 'Boucheron Paris'. The compact market BT No 620613, the lipstick holder No 63241, with French poinçon. Compact 100mm diameter, lipstick holder 61mm long, 265.57g total (2)Condition report: Minor marks to the cases.One ruby in the compact damage, others in the lipstick holder with surface wear and marks.
A set of three diamond and gem set stacking rings, c.1950,each with a tall tulip shaped head with incised leaves. A diamond and sapphire, a diamond and ruby and a diamond and emerald cluster to the centre of each flower head, mounted to a twisted wire shank, one emerald deficient. Marked 750, indistinctly. Each head 13.2mm tall, 10mm diameter, 5.39g, 5.61g, 5.15g.Finger size M½Condition report: One diamond with huge surface reaching inclusions straight through the table. Facet and edge wear to the gemstones, more significant to the emeralds. One emerald deficient, one emerald chipped, two slight damages.
A three colour gold, ruby and diamond spray brooch, c.1940,with two flower head clusters. Each one composed of a cluster of circular faceted rubies, claw set in yellow, to a border of old eight cut diamonds, rub set in white scallops to rose gold petals. Wire stems to yellow leaves, tied with a white ribbon, set with eight cut diamonds, damage, to a plain pin and roller catch. Tested as approximately 18ct gold and platinum. 68 x 50mm, 17.02gCondition report: One flower stem wobbles in the support collar and needs to be secured prior to being worn. Dark and tarnished at this point. Tarnish to some areas. Clasp secure.
A gentlemen's single stone unheated ruby ring,with an oval mixed cut ruby, estimated as approximately 0.80ct, gypsy set in a tapered head to a plain shank. Head 10.50mm wide, 10.39g.Finger size T LE Accompanied by a report from Gemmological Certification Services dated 20.10.2020, no. 81282-59 stating: Natural ruby, no indications of heating. Origin Thailand (Siam)Condition report: Some porosity under the head.Facet edge wear to the ruby under 10x magnification.Light marks to the mount.
A pair of cabochon ruby and diamond earrings, c.1945,with a series of oval cabochon rubies, all claw set into a barrel shaped cluster. A central row of four brilliant cut diamonds, claw set at intervals, with hinged fold down optional post fittings and spring backs or clips. Tested as approximately 14ct gold. 25.00 x 18.10mm, 14.59g (2)Condition report: Require cleaning.Slight movement in the settings with some of the rubies, although all claws present. May need tightening up.Light surface marks to the mounts.The photographs do reflect the colour of the rubies accurately.Natural rubies with natural inclusions.
An Italian gold ruby and diamond bow spray brooch, c.1950, with four graduated ribbon loops, and a row of Swiss cut diamonds claw set in white gold collets to one. A row of round mixed cut rubies claw set to another with two fern sprays and two arched wire stems, each terminating in a circular mixed cut ruby, with a pin and roller catch. Marked 750, tested as approximately 18ct gold. 49 x 40mm, 11.65gCondition report: Dirty with patch tarnish.Some surface-reaching inclusions on the rubies, one with a chip on the crown facets and table.A small repair at the roller catch where it joins the brooch.Pin slightly floppy.Surface marks/scratches to gold.The rubies to the end of the stems are not fully faceted, but appear to be in the preform state.Surface reaching inclusions to two of the diamonds.Surface reaching inclusions to the rubies. Pin is a little bent at the end.
A Regency gold circular gem set pendant, c.1820,with a cluster of cannetille flower heads set alternatively with cabochon turquoise, ruby and possibly spinel. All to a finely brushed ground with a cannetille border, beaded bale and possibly a later glazed hair locket verso. Suspended on a late Victorian gold chain with a barrel clasp. Chain marked 9K. Pendant tested as approximately 15ct and 9ct gold. Pendant 32 x 24mm, 12.92gCondition report: Difference in colour between the setting edge on the glazed locket and the front.Chain 442mm long.
A five row graduated cultured pearl and cultured freshwater pearl necklace,with a cabochon star ruby and diamond cluster. The necklace with three rows of graduated cultured pearls, 3.9 to 7.6 and 7.9mm in size, all strung knotted, with two rows of deep pink cultured freshwater pearls, strung knotted between. A five row oval box clasp, with an oval cabochon star ruby, rub set to a border of brilliant cut diamonds, all milligrain set to a plain frame, with a figure of eight safety catch. Clasp marked 18K, 26.43 x 22.75mm, 126.42g, together with a matched three row bracelet,with a white gold cultured pearl box clasp. Clasp tested as approximately 18ct white gold. 33.64g (2) Condition report: Clasp secure.Obvious zoning to the ruby.Stringing secure.Damage to the nacre of the cultured pearl on the clasp of the bracelet.The shortest row on the necklace including the clasp - 470mm long approximately.The bracelet 228mm long.
A 9ct gold snake bangle and necklace suite, c.1970,the necklace with a centrepiece of crossed snake head and tail, with ruby set eyes, to semi-flexible tubogas or gaspipe necklace. A concealed box clasp and figure of eight safety catch. Birmingham 1974, 27.21g. The matching bracelet of coiled form. Birmingham 1973, 27.18g (2)Condition report: Both items have steel spring cores, and the catalogued weight is inclusive of this:Necklace - two links near the centrepiece at the head side have splits. A dent to the underside of the head. Clasp secure. Slight split to head where it meets the tubogas chain.Bangle - slight split to tail where it meets the tubogas chain.Slightly out of shape.Surface marks to both items.
An opal, ruby and diamond cluster ring,with an oval cabochon opal, four claw set to the centre. Arched shoulders, channel set with a row of calibré rubies, with a pair of white roundels at each side. Each one channel set with a row of brilliant cut diamonds with a cabochon ruby, rub set to the outside edge, with a matching ruby to the outside edge of the centre collet. Tested as approximately 18ct gold. Head 18.60mm wide, 5.38g.Finger size O½Condition report: Good play of colour to the opal.No chips or cracks.No damage.Opal measures approximately 17.08 x 11.39 x 5.30mm.
A Continental gold ruby set bee brooch/pendant,with a cluster of graduated circular mixed cut rubies to form the thorax and graduated rubies, claw set to form the abdomen. With textured wings, a concealed wire bale and pin and roller catch. Marked 14K 585. 30 x 25mm, 5.63gCondition report: Pin floppy, but it has been made this way. Tricky to line up with the catch.The pin has always been like this, it is not really a fault, it just makes it slightly more difficult to do up. It could be replaced.
A platinum, ruby and diamond cushion shaped halo cluster ring,with an emerald cut ruby, rub set to the centre. A cushion shaped halo of brilliant cut diamonds, with diamond shoulders, all grain set to a plain shank, London 2013. Head 9.20mm, 5.98g.Finge size L½Condition report: Light surface marks commensurate with its age. Gemstones bright and lively.Diamonds bright and lively.Dirty.Settings appear secure.No wear or damage.There is no known weight for this ruby. Estimated as 0.56ct.4.80 x 4.25 x 3.01mm approximately - mount limitations apply.
A Continental gold ruby and diamond set bee brooch/pendant,with a cluster of graduated circular mixed cut rubies to form the thorax and graduated rubies, claw set to form the abdomen. With textured wings, brilliant cut diamond set eyes, a concealed wire bale and pin and roller catch. Marked 14K 585. 30 x 25mm, 6.54gCondition report: Pin floppy but has been made this way.Tarnish to one wing.
A Victorian diamond, ruby and pearl spray brooch, c.1880,with three flower head clusters. Each one set with a central old European cut diamond, with cabochon ruby set gold anthers, bordered by petals, grain set with old Swiss cut diamonds. A diamond set bud with an articulated pearl centre, and diamond set leaves throughout. All set in silver and backed in gold, with a pin and later roller catch. Tested as sterling silver and approximately 9ct gold. 64 x 30mm, 13.94gCondition report: One flower head cluster will need to be re-soldered to the chenier (soft solder has been later rhodium plated, possibly when roller catch was fitted).Light surface marks commensurate with age. Diamonds bright and lively.
An 18ct gold red spinel, ruby and diamond boat shaped ring, c.1900,with an oval mixed cut spinel, claw set to the centre. An old European cut diamond claw set to each side, with an oval Swiss cut ruby at each end, all with open scalloped claws, to pierced scroll shoulders and a plain shank. Head 17.50 x 6.50mm, 4.62g.Finger size NCondition report: Diamonds bright and lively.Visible inclusions to the naked eye. Scratches and marks consistent with age. Has been sized in the past, which has removed part of the hallmark.Abrasion and chip to the spine on the table/facet edges. Abrasion to the rubies.Spinel measures approximately 4.60 x 3.78 x 2.57mm.Diamonds are assessed as approximately:Colour I/JClarity SI1/SI2
A ruby and diamond two colour bar brooch, with alternating circular mixed cut rubies and old European cut diamonds, all claw set to two row underbezels, pin and later roller catch. Tested as approximately 18ct gold and platinum. 37.00 x 3.70mm, 3.29gCondition report: A replacement fairly modern roller catch.The diamonds are assessed as approximately H-I in colour.
A split pearl ruby, sapphire and diamond butterfly brooch, c.1900,with graduated split pearls forming the abdomen and thorax, the wing tips grain set with sets of three oval mixed cut rubies and a pair of mixed cut sapphires, with rose cut diamonds throughout, all set in silver and faced with gold to the wing tips and backed in gold, with a detachable brooch fitting. Tested as sterling silver and approximately 9ct gold. 42 x 31mm, 12.29gCondition report: Slight curve to the pin.Light surface marks commensurate with its age.The brooch fitting can be removed, originally to be also worn in the hair on a screw in two prong hair pin.It currently cannot be worn as a pendant, although it could be altered.See additional images.
A silver Arts & Crafts moonstone circle brooch,with alternating graduated moonstones, all rub set between applied wires, arched with bead terminals and raised borders. 50mm diameter, 16.91g,together with a silver Arts & Crafts gemstone brooch,attributed to Zoltan White. Scalloped circular form with a circular mixed cut synthetic ruby, milligrain set to the centre. A border of amethyst and aquamarines to an open looped frame, decorated with daisies, between rub set split pearls, zircons, a yellow sapphire and citrine. 41mm diameter, 14.80gCondition report: Scratches and marks consistent with its age.Gemstones bright and lively.Minor marks to the table or crown facet edges under 10x magnification.Lots of production marks to the reverse.Later replacement 'C' catch.Light surface marks commensurate with its age. Later replacement roller catch.Gemstones bright and lively.Minor marks to the table or crown facet edges under 10x magnification.
A 15ct gold Victorian ruby and split pearl heart shaped cluster ring,with an oval Swiss cut ruby, grain set to the centre. A border of split pearls, claw set to scalloped claws to a tapered shank. Birmingham 1870. Head 10 x 9mm, 2.19g.Finger size N½Condition report: Very minor facet edge wear to the ruby under 10x magnification.Some outer claws worn.Registration mark to the outside of the shank. Good original colour overall.
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