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Lot 1121
Great Britain 1847-Social History-folded booklet annotated 1st edition published May 1st entitled 'Evils of the Currency' Sir Robert Peel's-Bank Charter Act-posted to Cheltenham cancelled with oval numeral cancel on SG8 1d stamp-3x overprinted cancels in red and blue 29.11.1847 Cheltenham cancel
Lot 269
14th-15th century A.D. Comprising a broad, double-edged blade with rounded tip, shallow central fuller to the upper third of both sides; flat guard with stepped central panel, D-section arms formed in a horizontal S-curve, 'cat's head' truncated type pommel with an integral central boss to both faces; the tang with a sword stamp, the blade with an inlaid three-armed workshop mark and another stamp, including a cross surmounted by a V. See Aleksi?, M., Mediaeval Swords from Southeastern Europe, material from 12th to 15th century AD, Belgrad, 2007, especially cat. nos.273, pl.17,2; similar swords at the armoury of the Ducal Palace in Venice, see Franzoi, U., L’Armeria del Palazzo Ducale a Venezia, Treviso, 1990, fig.41f.1.37 kg, 1.18 m (46 1/2 in.). From an English collection, acquired 1990s. The Kusmirek Collection, UK.This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.11771-203963. The Schiavonesca sword was used by Dalmatian mercenaries serving in the Venetian state armies, and were produced by the workshops of the Serenissima to which the marks probably belong. Many of these swords were produced in Dubrovnik, a Croatian city under the Venetian rule. Dr Aleksi? mentions the swordsmith Radonja Vukoti?, who made an agreement with blacksmith Andrija Miletin at the beginning of September 1436, to produce swords together in the following year.
Lot 400
Dated 1707 A.D. Composed of a gently convex hoop engraved with a skull, the interior inscribed in cursive script: 'Wm Taylor obt 28 Apr 1707', followed by an unidentified maker's stamp 'TP'(?) within rectangular cartouche. Cf. The British Museum, museum number AF.1542, for a similar skull on a ring of a similar date.2.54 grams, 21.03 mm overall, 19.34 mm internal diameter (approximate size British S, USA 9, Europe 20, Japan 19) (3/4 in.). Acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985. Albert Ward collection, Essex, UK.[No Reserve] [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website.]
Lot 402
17th-18th century A.D. Composed of a chased exterior displaying flower heads and animals, the interior inscribed 'Let vertue rule affection' and filled with black enamel, followed by unidentified maker's stamp 'P' within a shield-shaped cartouche. Cf. The Portable Antiquities Scheme Database, record id. HAMP-CD6223, for another ring with this inscription and with an exterior design executed in similar style.1.36 grams, 17.09 mm overall, 15.59 mm internal diameter (approximate size British J, USA 4 3/4, Europe 8.69, Japan 8) (5/8 in.). Acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985. Albert Ward collection, Essex, UK. 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 standardisation in 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. [No Reserve] [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website.]
Lot 403
17th century A.D. Composed of a carinated outer face and inscription to interior in cursive script: 'Hearts content cannot repent' followed by a maker's stamp formed as florid a letter 'I' within a rectangular cartouche. Cf. The British Museum, museum number AF.1266, for a ring with this inscription dated 17th century; cf. The Portable Antiquities Scheme Database, record ids. WILT-AFE9A5, and GLO-D67CD3, for similar rings with very similar inscriptions dated 17th century; cf. Evans, J., English Posies and Posy Rings, OUP, 1931, p.46, for two very similar inscriptions.6.54 grams, 21.46 mm overall, 17.32 mm internal diameter (approximate size British N, USA 6 1/2, Europe 13.72, Japan 13) (7/8 in.). Acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985. Albert Ward collection, Essex, UK. 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 standardisation in 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. [No Reserve] [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website.]
Lot 405
18th century A.D. Inscribed to the hoop interior together with maker's stamp 'RD' within shaped cartouche. Cf. Evans, J., English Posies and Posy Rings, OUP, 1931, p.72, for this posy.6.16 grams, 22.60 mm overall, 19.48 mm internal diameter (approximate size British T, USA 9 1/2, Europe 21.26, Japan 20) (3/4 in.). From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s. 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 standardisation in 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.] For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price
Lot 1074
Dated 1942 A.D. Standard British naval issue dark blue rating's cap with Toronto maker's ink stamp and date inside, fitted with black fabric 'H.M.S.' ribbon and chin-strap. 196 grams, 25 cm (9 7/8 in.). Acquired from The Historic Flying Clothing Company, 2014. The Kusmirek Collection, UK.Accompanied by a copy of a previous invoice.[No Reserve]
Lot 1522
9th-10th century A.D. Comprising a C-section penannular hoop with convex outer face and stamp-decorated decoration in zones including pellets, opposed triangles, segmented bars. Cf. Arbman, H., Birka I: Die Gräber, Uppsala, 1940, pl.169(6); Lehtosalo-Hilander, P-L., Luistari I, Helsinki, 1982, pl.90 (3759).24.4 grams, 67 mm (2 5/8 in.). From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s.[No Reserve]For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price
Lot 2031
Dated 10 October 1980 A.D. Sports Centeneries illustrated postage stamp cover bearing 15p stamp signed by Linford Christie, Steve Cram, Peter Elliott, Seb Coe, John Regis, Steve Ovett and Tim Hutchings; with Royal Mail presentation pack for the set of four stamps. 54 grams total, 21 cm (8 1/4 in.). Acquired from Benham Collectibles Ltd, UK, 2014. The Kusmirek Collection, UK.Accompanied by a copy of the purchase invoice. 137 [2]
Lot 408
17th-18th century A.D. Composed of a slender hoop inscribed around the interior, maker's stamp 'TS' in rectangular cartouche, possibly for goldsmith Thomas Sharp. Cf. The British Museum, museum number AF.1534, for this maker's stamp or very similar and AF.1311, for a similar posy; cf. The British Museum's Portable Antiquities Scheme Database, record id. KENT-F5292E, for a very similar posy.3.03 grams, 19.90 mm overall, 17.05 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14) (3/4 in.). From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s. 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 standardisation in 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.] For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price
Lot 413
Late 17th-18th century A.D. Composed of a slender convex hoop engraved with crowned conjoined hearts flanked by birds, in turn pursued by bounding hounds, scrolling foliage and a cross at base; trace remains of enamelling; interior inscribed in cursive script: 'No felicitie to constancie', together with maker's stamp 'IY' in a square cartouche. Cf. The Portable Antiquities Scheme, record ids. HESH-23BC20 and SUR-6A3232, for broadly comparable design elements.1.38 grams, 17.35 mm overall, 15.48 mm internal diameter (approximate size British J, USA 4 3/4, Europe 8.69, Japan 8) (3/4 in.). Acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985. Albert Ward collection, Essex, UK. IY goldsmith's mark possibly for James Young of London, see Jackson, Sir C.J., English Goldsmiths and Their Marks, London, 1921, p.215. 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 standardisation in 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. [No Reserve] [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website.]
Lot 691
Circa 2nd century A.D. Mainly from rims and bodies of vessels; most displaying a design in relief, including architectural elements, scrolling foliage and a maker's stamp. 440 grams total, 3-10.5 cm (1 1/8 - 4 1/8 in.). Found Billingsgate spoil from the Thames foreshore, London, UK.[23, No Reserve]
Lot 708
1st-4th century A.D. Of rectangular form, a recessed stamp to one face bearing letters in relief 'LEG I ITAL' for First Italic Legion. See Sarnowski, T., 'Die Ziegelstempel aus Novae' in Archaeologia, Warszawa, 1983, 43, pp.17-61; Kurzmann, R., 'Soldier, Civilian and Military Brick Production' in Oxford Journal of Archaeology, 24 (4), 2005, pp.405-414.2.5 kg, 27.5 x 13 cm (10 7/8 x 5 1/8 in.). Acquired 1960s-1990s. Late Alison Barker collection, a retired London barrister. The Legio I Italica ('of Italy') was a Roman legion formed by Nero on September 20, 66 or 67 A.D. and it was active until the 5th-6th century AD. The emblems of the legion were a running boar and sometimes a bull. Troops of this legion appear on Trajan's Column bridging a river. The main camp of the Legio was Novae, modern Bulgaria, but it operated in most of the imperial provinces, including Britain, where a vexillatio fought in the wars of Septimius Severus between 202 and 204 A.D.
Lot 789
Circa 6th century A.D. Bearing a central hand motif and surrounding inscription in Greek letters 'K E R A Y I O I T H I M (?)' probably the mark of the producer. Cf. Friedenberg, D.M., ‘The evolution and Uses of Jewish Byzantine Stamp Seals’ in The Journal of the Walters Art Gallery, Vol. 52/53 (1994/1995), pp.1-21, figs. 18,18b, for similar stamps.239 grams, 10.2 cm (4 in.). Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection. Museum collections hold many stamps or seals of different forms, materials and shapes, some bearing inscriptions or images. These could have been used on bread, dough or on fresh clay to stamp amphoras, bricks, lamps and other clay objects. [No Reserve]
Lot 829
3rd-2nd millennium B.C. Segmented wheel with U-shaped loop; accompanied by an old scholarly note, typed and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: 'Stamp Seal of Bronze. 46 x 48 x 18. This is roughly round, compartmented, and open work except for the central star. There is a largish circle in the middle, a six-pointed star around it. and a band of 11 oblongs around the outer edge. 6 in three pairs matching the points of the stars [sic]. This is a seal from west central Asia, c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is well preserved and a largish example of its kind. There is a loop handle on the back.' 35.5 grams, 47 mm (1 7/8 in.). From an important London, UK, collection, 1970s.Accompanied by a scholarly note by Professor Wilfrid George Lambert FBA (1926-2011), historian, archaeologist, and specialist in Assyriology and Near Eastern archaeology.[No Reserve]
Lot 848
Circa 2200-1800 B.C. Segmented disc with loop to the reverse; accompanied by an old scholarly note, typed and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: 'Stamp Seal of Bronze. 47 x 46 x 16 mm. This is round, with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted, not quite in the middle, a suspension loop. The design on the face, done in raised lines, consists of a kind of rosette; a central small circle with 'petals' and loops around it, within an outer rim. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. The metal is in good condition and could be cleaned,[sic] The rim is a little worn.' 74 grams, 47 mm (1 3/4 in.). From an important London, UK, collection, 1970s.Accompanied by a scholarly note by Professor Wilfrid George Lambert FBA (1926-2011), historian, archaeologist, and specialist in Assyriology and Near Eastern archaeology.[No Reserve]
Lot 872
2300-2000 B.C. Wheel-shaped stamp seal; accompanied by an old scholarly note, typed and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: 'Stamp Seal of Bronze. 38 x 37 x 15 mm. This is round, with flat face and flat back, on which is a handle of inverted U-shape. The design, which is compartmented and open-work, consists of a plain outer band, and within it but not touching it is a central rhomb, joined to the outer band by two rough crescent shapes, bulging at the ends, and close to each other in the middle. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is in very good condition save that the outer rim is worn down.' 15 grams, 37 mm (1 1/2 in.). From an important London, UK, collection, 1970s.Accompanied by a scholarly note by Professor Wilfrid George Lambert FBA (1926-2011), historian, archaeologist, and specialist in Assyriology and Near Eastern archaeology.[No Reserve]
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