A sapphire and diamond brooch, circa 1930, the pierced lozenge-shaped brooch set throughout with old brilliant-cut and baguette-cut diamonds, with a central step-cut sapphire, French assay mark, total diamond weight approximately 8.00 carats, length 5.5cm. £3,000-£5,000 --- According to a verbal report from GCS, the sapphire is of Basaltic origin with no indications of heating. Verbal report number 5783-3747. Condition Report General surface wear commensurate with age and use. The sapphire is a deep medium blue hue with some very minor nicks to the facet edges, and inclusions typical to the nature of the stone observed under 10x magnification. Lead solder visible to the brooch frame in parts. The diamonds bright and lively with very good scintillation. All diamonds now present. Gross weight 15.6gm.
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An Art Deco carved emerald, sapphire and diamond jardinière brooch, circa 1930, the vase formed from a pear-shaped emerald bead, weighing 13.60 carats, carved to both sides with an undulating pattern, with vari-shaped step-cut diamond detailing, the whole issuing a tree with brilliant-cut diamond foliage and fruits set with buff-top sapphires and vari-cut diamonds, mounted in platinum, unsigned, French assay mark, numbered ‘3563’, cased by Boucheron, total diamond weight very approximately 8.00 carats, length 6cm. £10,000-£15,000 --- Accompanied by a report from The Gem and Pearl Laboratory. Please contact the department for further details. During the early decades of the 20th century the use of carved Mughal emeralds in contemporary jewellery reflected the growing fascination of master jewellers with the decorative arts of India. Louis Boucheron and Jacques Cartier, amongst others, were charmed by the ‘exotic’ arts and splendour of India and frequently visited seeking commissions and purchasing gemstones for their Western clients. These Indian-inspired jewels were particularly popular amongst British clientele due to the Imperial interests of the country at the time. The cultural fascination between the two continents was, however, reciprocal and the Indian nobility regularly travelled to Europe, visiting Boucheron, Cartier and other firms, to have their historical jewels remodelled into contemporary designs. This brooch encapsulates several influences and innovations of the period, not only through the use of an Indian carved emerald bead but also in the Japanese-inspired motif of the Bonsai tree. The fascination with non-European cultures also extended to the arts of China and Japan. Oriental motifs were readily incorporated into designs and the brooch offered here exemplifies the Japanese influence on the traditional European giardinetto brooch. Advancements in cutting techniques also enabled the fine jewellery houses of the period to combine vari-cut gemstones and create the defining geometric shapes of the era. Literature: Nadelhoffer H., ‘Cartier’, London 1984, pub. Thames & Hudson. Néret, G., ‘Boucheron, Four Generations of a World-Renowned Jeweler’, New York, 1988, pub. Rizzoli. Condition Report Accompanied by a report from The Gem and Pearl Laboratory stating that the emerald, weighing 13.58 carats, is of Colombian origin with evidence of moderate clarity enhancement. Later clip fitting. Some spot repairs to reverse - likely as a result of neat removal of original brooch fitting. Later added spikes to reverse to aid clip fitting. Clip with good tension, side-to-side movement of pins when closed. Diamonds bright and lively. Sapphires well matched. Emerald with good transparency, some eye visible inclusions as typical for material, iridescent patch bottom left (from front). Light wear to platinum. Gallery with French dog’s head assay mark for platinum. Base of jardiniere numbered ‘3563’. Unsigned. Overall good condition. Gross weight 24.2gm. Case in good condition.
A pair of sapphire and diamond ear pendants, designed as two oval mixed-cut sapphire and brilliant-cut diamond clusters, with diamond-set foliate motifs between, stamped ‘Au750’, total diamond weight approximately 0.55 carat, length approximately 30mm. £800-£1,000 --- Condition Report The sapphires are a medium to dark blue hue and well matched, colour zoning can be observed under direct light, and inclusions typical to the nature of the stone observed under 10x magnification. High rhodium polish. In very good condition. Gross weight. 6.4gm.
An early 20th century sapphire and diamond triple cluster ring, the three cushion-shaped sapphires each within a surround of single-cut diamonds, mounted in gold, stamped ‘18’, maker’s mark ‘A&W’, total diamond weight approximately 0.30 carat, ring size K-L. £400-£600 --- Condition Report General light surface wear to the mount and settings commensurate with age and use. The sapphires are a medium blue hue and well matched, some very light wear to the facet edges and inclusions typical to the nature of the stone observed under 10x magnification. Gross weight 3.0gm.
A sapphire and diamond three stone ring, the cushion-shaped sapphire between brilliant-cut diamond shoulders, mounted in 18ct gold, London hallmark, total diamond weight approximately 0.80 carat, ring size M-N. £3,000-£5,000 --- According to a verbal report from The Gem and Pearl Laboratory, the sapphire is of Sri Lankan origin with indications of heat treatment. Verbal report number 166/49.
A sapphire and diamond bow brooch, French, circa 1915, the tapered bow channel-set with square and calibré-cut sapphires, with old brilliant and rose-cut diamond borders, mounted in platinum and gold, partial maker’s mark probably for Maurice Rauline, French assay mark, fitted case by London & Ryder, length 7cm. £1,500-£2,000 --- At the beginning of the 20th century Maurice Rauline (1877-1950) was one of the principal designers for Cartier and was responsible for many of the early garland style designs. Rauline was also known for his ‘quarrelsome temperament’ and frequently clashed with Louis Cartier. In 1911 Rauline registered his own trademark and started creating his own fine jewels and objets d’art. Literature: Nadelhoffer H. ‘Cartier’, London 1984, pub. Thames & Hudson. Condition Report Sapphires well matched and with very good transparency. Some slight gapping between stones evident under 10x magnification, indistinct. Diamonds bright, too small to assess. Clasp catch possibly a replacement / reattached, indistinct. Light wear. Overall very good condition. Gross weight 6.9gm.
A late 19th century sapphire and diamond hinged bangle, the pierced bangle set to the front with three graduated oval mixed-cut sapphires spaced by old brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in rose gold, total diamond weight approximately 1.40 carats, inner bangle dimensions approximately 6 x 5cm. £4,000-£6,000 --- Accompanied by a Report from GCS stating that the five sapphires are of Sri Lankan origin with no indications of heating. Report number 5783-4085 dated 20 October 2023. Condition Report General light surface wear to the mount and settings commensurate with age and use. The diamonds bright and lively with some very minor nicks to the girdles observed under 10x magnification. The sapphires are a medium blue hue, well matched and with inclusions typical to the nature of the stone, one with slight abrasion to the crown facets. Gross weight 24.8gm.
Baume & Mercier. A lady’s gold oval bracelet watch, circa 1975. Movement: cal. BM775, manual winding, 17 jewels. Dial: gilt, textured finish, baton indexes. Case: 18ct gold, snap-on back, sapphire cabochon-set crown, no. 651322 38232T2, London import mark for 1975, integral textured inter-woven link bracelet. Signed: case, dial, movement and bracelet. Dimensions: length 25mm, width 21.5mm, bracelet circumference approximately 150mm. £700-£900 --- Condition Report Movement: running at the time of cataloguing. Dial: in good condition. Case: scuffs throughout. Gross weight: 43.2gm. Please note that the above condition report is a statement of opinion only and may not specify all mechanical replacements or imperfections. Watches are opened to examine the movements, no warranties are made that the watches are water-resistant. The watch has not been tested for the accuracy of its time keeping and would benefit from a service at the buyer’s expense.
Parmigiani Fleurier. A stainless steel and diamond-set tonneau-form automatic wristwatch with date, circa 2010. Movement: cal. 331, automatic, 32 jewels. Dial: silvered, two-tone, guilloché centre, applied Arabic numerals, luminescent dagger indexes and hands, fan-form aperture for date. Case: stainless steel, sapphire crystal display back secured by six screws, diamond-set lugs, stainless steel folding buckle. Signed: case, dial, movement and buckle. Dimensions: length including lugs 46mm, width 33.5mm. £1,000-£1,500 --- Condition Report Movement: running and date advancing at the time of cataloguing. Dial: in good condition. Case: some light scuffs. Gross weight: 64gms. Please note that the above condition report is a statement of opinion only and may not specify all mechanical replacements or imperfections. Watches are opened to examine the movements, no warranties are made that the watches are water-resistant. The watch has not been tested for the accuracy of its time keeping and would benefit from a service at the buyer’s expense.
Cartier. A white gold automatic rectangular wristwatch with date, Ref. 1741, Tank Américaine, circa 2004. Movement: cal. 200, automatic, 20 jewels. Dial: silvered, engine-turned, Roman numerals, aperture for date, secret signature at VII. Case: 18ct white gold, back secured by eight screws, faceted sapphire-set crown, no. 567494CE, 18ct gold buckle. Signed: case, dial, movement and buckle. Dimensions: length including lugs 44.5mm, width 26mm. Accessories: certificate, instructions and presentation case. £3,000-£5,000 --- Condition Report Movement: running and date advancing at the time of cataloguing. Dial: in good condition. Case: some light scuffs but overall in good condition. Gross weight: 66.4gms. Please note that the above condition report is a statement of opinion only and may not specify all mechanical replacements or imperfections. Watches are opened to examine the movements, no warranties are made that the watches are water-resistant. The watch has not been tested for the accuracy of its time keeping and would benefit from a service at the buyer’s expense.
Patek Philippe. A white gold automatic wristwatch with date, Ref. 5296G-001, Grande Calatrava ‘Sector dial’, circa 2006. Movement: cal. 324/390, automatic, 29 jewels, gold rotor, stamped with the Geneva seal, no. 3617560. Dial: silvered, two-tone sector dial, centre seconds, aperture for date. Case: 18ct white gold, screw-down sapphire crystal display back, no. 4360212, white gold buckle. Signed: case, dial, movement and buckle. Dimensions: diameter 38mm. Accessories: certificate of origin, instructions, leather folder and presentation case. £10,000-£15,000 --- The original Patek Philippe Calatrava model was the reference ‘96’ which was introduced in 1932. The epitome of classic elegance, the Calatrava models have become a key element in the brand’s identity. The reference ‘5296’ was launched in 2005 and production ceased in 2018. With its white gold case and stunning sector dial, this watch encompassed the iconic style and allure of its 1930’s ancestors.J23 Condition Report Movement: running and date advancing at the time of cataloguing. Dial: in good condition. Case: light scuffs throughout. Gross weight: 69.8gm. Please note that the above condition report is a statement of opinion only and may not specify all mechanical replacements or imperfections. Watches are opened to examine the movements, no warranties are made that the watches are water-resistant. The watch has not been tested for the accuracy of its time keeping and would benefit from a service at the buyer’s expense.
Cartier. A lady’s white gold rectangular bracelet watch, Ref. 2544, Lanières Mini Tank, circa 2000. Movement: quartz. Dial: silvered guilloché design, Roman numerals, secret signature at X. Case: 18ct white gold, back secured by four screws, sapphire cabochon-set crown, 18ct white gold Lanières brick link bracelet. Signed: case, dial, movement and bracelet. Dimensions: length 27mm, width 14mm, bracelet circumference approximately 165mm. Accessories: presentation case, spare links. £2,000-£3,000 --- Condition Report Movement: quartz movement not running, will require a service. Dial: in good condition. Case: scuffs throughout the case and bracelet. Gross weight: 75gms. Please note that the above condition report is a statement of opinion only and may not specify all mechanical replacements or imperfections. Watches are opened to examine the movements, no warranties are made that the watches are water-resistant. The watch has not been tested for the accuracy of its time keeping and would benefit from a service at the buyer’s expense.
Chaumet/Delaneau. A lady’s gold, diamond and sapphire-set heart-shaped bracelet watch, Ref. 4101RE, circa 1990. Movement: quartz. Dial: pavé diamond-set. Case: 18ct gold, snap-on back, diamond-set bezel, integral multiple chain bracelet interspersed with heart-shaped links, no. G372 1688n. Signed: dial and case. Dimensions: length 17mm, width 17mm, bracelet circumference approximately 165mm. £800-£1,200 --- Condition Report Movement: not running requires a service. Dial: in good condition. Case: scuffs throughout. Gross weight: 31gm. Please note that the above condition report is a statement of opinion only and may not specify all mechanical replacements or imperfections. Watches are opened to examine the movements, no warranties are made that the watches are water-resistant. The watch has not been tested for the accuracy of its time keeping and would benefit from a service at the buyer’s expense.
A sapphire and diamond dress ring, of whorl design, the cushion-shaped sapphire in a stepped surround of brilliant-cut diamonds, stamped ‘750’, total diamond weight approximately 2.80 carats, ring size M. £2,000-£3,000 --- Condition Report Sapphire measures approximately 13.9 x 12.8 10.0mm. Good transparency,cornflower blue - slightly hazy, some eye visible inclusions and windows. Surface reaching inclusion at girdle to one end. Diamonds bright and lively. Light wear. Overall very good condition. Gross weight 15.1gm.
Three antique brooches, comprising two brooches circa 1890, the first of spray design and set with rubies, sapphires and diamonds, the second set with rose-cut diamonds and polished ruby and emerald bead drops, together with a bar brooch set with sapphire doublets and diamonds, all mounted in silver and gold, various lengths. (3) £600-£800 --- Condition Report Gross weight 16.3gm.
A sapphire and diamond bangle, the front set with a row of square-cut sapphires with single-cut diamond highlights between, the gallery of foliate design, mounted in 9ct gold, sponsor’s mark for G&T Jewellers, European convention mark, total diamond weight approximately 0.30 carat, inner diameter 5.5cm. £400-£600 --- Condition Report Sapphires well matches and with good transparency. Diamonds bright - too small to assess. Gold with light wear, lower section a little uneven in areas, overall good condition. Tongue with small split, clasp secure but with some movement - may require attention. Gross weight 15gm.
THE RISE AND FALL OF PARAMOUNT RECORDS 1928-1932 VOLUME TWO (BOX SET TMR 204). The second instalment of the exceptional 'Rise And Fall Of Paramount Records' box set series. Limited issue of 5000. The vinyl albums do not have paper labels but have the side number etched into the record where the labels would be. Contents: * 800 newly-remastered digital tracks, representing 175 artists. * 90+ fully-restored original 1920s-30s Paramount ads from The Chicago Defender * 6 x 180g LPs pressed on label-less alabaster-white vinyl, each side with its own hand-etched numeral and holographic image. * 250 pg. large-format clothbound hardcover book featuring original Paramount art and the label's curious tale * 400 pg. encyclopedia-style softcover field guide containing artist bios & portraits and full Paramount discography * First-of-its-kind music and image player app containing all tracks and ads, housed on custom metal USB drive * Polished aluminum and stainless steel "Machine Age" cabinet, upholstered in sapphire blue velvet.In 'As New' condition.
Victorian 18ct gold sapphire and diamond ring, together with a ruby and diamond three stone ring (2)Sapphire and diamond ring, size M, hallmarked 18ct, Birmingham 1906. Weighs approximately 1.7 gramsRuby and diamond ring, not hallmarked but tests as approximately 18ct gold, weighs approximately 1.7 grams
Two 18ct white gold Tahitian cultured black pearl and diamond rings, and two 9ct gold diamond and gem-set dress rings (4)The two 18ct gold pearl rings weigh approximately 7.2 grams9ct white gold and diamond ring weighs approximately 2.0 grams9ct white gold sapphire and diamond ring weighs approximately 2.5 gramsall as new
Antique yellow gold ring with central sapphire surrounded by old cut diamondsGenerally in good condition with no notable damage or repair. The sapphire does show slight signs of general wear and may need re-polishing.Sapphire approx. 4mm diameter.Natural sapphire.Colour is a deep mid blue.Shank is a deep oval and may have been M-sized. There is no hallmark.Size M/NWeight 2.4gThe stones are rose cut causing them to catch the light differently. One of the shoulder stones has a small piece of the setting missing off the edge.The stone itself is not damaged
NUBEO A BOXED LIMITED EDITION 'VANGUARD' GENTLEMAN'S MECHANICAL WRISTWATCH, reference NB-6021-03, number 143 of an edition of 300, with automatic mechanical semi-skeletonised 40-jewel movement engine-turned on the reverse and with twin gilt exposed balance-wheels, gilt bridges, smaller subdial at '2' for hours and minutes, with luminous dot markers and pierced luminous arrow hands, further subdial for running seconds at '7' within the first subdial, large 53mm diameter stainless steel case with winder at '4', blued wire rope-twist bezel held via six clamps in turn fixed with 'Mercedes' head screws, sapphire crystal front and rear glass and fitted to a dedicated black silicone-rubber strap with stainless buckle, case dial and movement signed and complete with its makers presentation box with card slip outer and papers.
AN ASSORTMENT OF LOOSE GEMSTONES, thirty three stones in total, to include copal amber, synthetic colour change sapphire, amethyst, citrine, topaz, quartz, nephrite jade and other assorted stones, various cuts and shapes (condition report: general moderate wear, all loose some with drill holes and abrasions to facet edges)
TWO 9CT GOLD GEM SET RINGS, the first a three tier sapphire and diamond cluster ring, estimated total diamond weight 0.07ct, ring size N 1/2, the second designed as two crossed bands, one channel set with square cut emeralds, the other with single cut diamonds and a diamond set overlapping central band, ring size R, both with 9ct hallmarks, approximate total weight 7.5 grams
A GENTS 9CT GOLD SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING, set with a central round brilliant cut diamond, flanked with two circular cut blue sapphires, on a polished band, hallmarked 9ct Birmingham, ring size leading edge S, approximate gross weight 7.9 grams (condition report: general light wear, stones secure, would benefit from a gentle clean and polish)
A 9CT GOLD DIAMOND AND SAPPHIRE CLUSTER RING, single cut diamond and circular cut blue sapphires, prong set in a floral mount, leading onto a pinched shoulder yellow gold shank, hallmarked 9ct Birmingham, ring size P, 5.6 grams, (condition report: general moderate wear, all stones currently intact, overall condition good)
THREE BOXES AND LOOSE GLASS WARES, to include a Whitefriars controlled bubble bowl in Sapphire blue, diameter 15cm x height 3.5cm, a scent bottle with silver mount, hallmarked London 1910, crystal fruit/serving bowls, largest diameter 28.5cm x height 8.5cm, a pair of decanters (one missing stopper), various vases, jugs, bowls and drinking glasses, etc (3 boxes + loose) (sd)
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