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Click here to subscribeLadies' gold (18ct) tanzanite and diamond three stone ring with a central step cut tanzanite estimated to weigh approximately 1 carat, flanked by two brilliant cut diamonds in claw setting, on gold (18ct) shank. Ring size N½ CONDITION REPORT Very good condition. Diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 0.10 carats each and of good colour and clarity
A George III Irish silver cream jug by William Townsend, Dublin no date letter, late 18th century, with a high clip handle, engraved with a foliate and zigzag bands, crests to the two roundels, 14cm (5 1/2in) high, 169g (5.45 oz). Venus posing on a crest for ELLIS in a Dublin register dated 1816, and the addition of a pair of wings was generally the first step in differencing a crest for another branch of the family.
A George III Scottish silver twin handled trophy cup by George McHattie, Edinburgh 1808, retailer’s mark ‘Milroy’ to foot rim, the tongue-capped angular handles issuing from leaves, the cylindrical body on a circular spreading foot with a threaded rim, the interior gilt, 22cm (8 1/2in) high, 716g (23 oz), on a later black plastic socle as a backgammon prize. The plaque to the socle engraved ‘Second Prize Clermont Club Backgammon Tournament October 1966’. This was won by the present vendor’s step-father, John Miller, when he was a member of the Clermont Club in the 1960s and backgammon player extraordinaire. The Clermont Set was an exclusive group of rich British gamblers who met at 44 Berkeley Square, in London’s fashionable Mayfair district now located at 27-28 Curzon Street and called Aspinall’s. The club was founded in 1962 by John Aspinall and the original membership included five dukes, five marquesses, almost twenty earls and two cabinet ministers. Society figures included Peter Sellers, Ian Fleming, David Stirling, Lucian Freud, ‘Lucky’ Lord Lucan, Lord Derby, Lord Boothby, and the Duke of Devonshire. Businessman members included James Goldsmith, Gianni Agnelli, Jim Slater, and Kerry Packer.
A platinum, diamond and pale green gem set dress ring, mounted with the rectangular step cut pale green gem stone between circular cut diamond set serpentine shoulders, and a pair of white gold, pale green gem stone and diamond set earclips, each mounted with a rectangular cut green stone at the centre, otherwise mounted with circular cut diamonds.
An Emerald and Pearl Cluster Brooch, circa 1880, a central step cut emerald within a yellow claw setting and double scalloped border, surrounded by six floral clusters, each comprising a small step cut emerald within five split pearls, all in yellow millegrain settings, measures 2.2cm by 2.1cm The brooch is in fair condition. It has had previous repair and lead solder is visible to the reverse. It fastens with a pin and hook catch, and features an incomplete safety chain. It bears no hallmark, nor stamps, but in our opinion would test as gold. Gross weight 5.4 grams. CR made 11th February 2013
An Art Nouveau Pendant, of open centred shield shape, five step cut amethysts channel set to the top, and a pearl suspended in the central cavity, measures 2.1cm by 2.6cm The pendant is in good condition. The pendant loop may not be original, and is not included in the measurements. The pendant is stamped `375` to the reverse and in our opinion it would test as gold. Gross weight 1.4 grams. CR made 11th February 2013
A Ruby and Diamond Ring, a row of old cut diamonds in white claw settings flanked by a row of step cut rubies in a yellow channel setting to each side, in a shaped setting, on a plain polished shank, total estimated diamond weight 0.35 carat approximately, finger size O The ring is in good condition. It bears some stamps to the outer shank, but they are barely legible. In our opinion it would test as gold. The approximate qualities of the diamonds are; colour H/I/J, clarity SI2/I1/I2. Gross weight 10.8 grams. CR made 8th May 2013
A Diamond Cluster Ring, seven old cut diamonds in white claw and millegrain settings, to shoulders each set with a step cut diamond, on a plain polished shank, total estimated diamond weight 1.00 carat approximately, finger size M The ring is in good condition overall, although the setting is a little worn. It is stamped `PLATINUM`. The approximate qualities of the diamonds are; colour I/J/K, clarity SI2/I1/I2. Gross weight 2.8 grams. CR made 3rd May 2013
An Early 20th Century Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Eternity `Flip` Ring, a full eternity ring with step cut square rubies to one half, and sapphires to the other, in a white channel setting, two hinged tapered half hoops set with single cut and rose cut diamonds, flip to allow varied use, finger size J The ring is in good condition. The stones bear some minor scuffing. The ring is stamped `PLAT` and in our opinion would test as platinum. The approxiamte qualities of the diamonds are; caratweight 0.35, colour I/J/K, clarity SI2/I1/I2. Gross weight 6.0 grams. CR made 10th April 2013
An Emerald and Diamond Spray Brooch, circa 1960, a step cut emerald centres a spray of shaped bars set with graduated round brilliant cut diamonds, and white plain polished and textured bars, measures 5.2cm by 3.1cm, and A Pair of Earrings, en suite, set with single cut diamonds, with screw-on fittings The items are in good condition. The brooch fastens with a pin and push barrel catch. It is stamped `18K` and in our opinion would test as gold. The earrings bear no stamps, but in our opinion would also test as gold. The approximate qualities of the diamonds are; caratweight 1.00, colour H/I/J, clarity SI1/SI2/I1. Gross weight 14.4 grams. CR made 10th April 2013
An Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring, the step cut emerald with truncated corners flanked by a round brilliant cut diamond on each side, in white claw settings, to a tapered shoulder plain polished shank, total estimated diamond weight 0.40 carat approximately, finger size O1/2 The ring is in good condition. the claws are a little worn, and may require attention. It is stamped `PLAT` and in our opinion it would test as platinum. The approximate qualities of the diamonds are; colour H/I/J, clarity SI1/SI2/I1. Gross weight 2.6 grams. CR made 7th May 2013
An Emerald and Diamond Five Stone Ring, three graduated step cut emeralds alternate with two round brilliant cut diamonds, in white claw and bezel settings, on a yellow tapered shoulder plain polished shank, finger size P1/2 The ring is in good condition. It bears no hallmark, nor stamp, but in our opinion would test as gold. The approximate qualities of the diamonds are; caratweight 0.20, colour I/J/K, clarity I1/I2/I3. Gross weight 3.0 grams. CR made 5th April 2013
An Early 20th Century Mother-of-Pearl, Demantoid Garnet and Seed Pearl Necklace, the cluster drop in the form of a stylised flower, with mother-of-pearl centrally, within a border of step cut garnets, and a scalloped outer border of seed pearls, chain linked to a pearl, on a trace link necklace, length 50cm, drop length 5.7cm The necklace is in good condition. It has later added chain links in rose gold. It fastens with a bolt ring catch. It bears no hallmark, nor stamps, but in our opinion it would test as gold. Gross weight 8.2 grams. CR made 7th May 2013
Rare Gandhi Photo Salt Protest photograph dated 1930 an exceptional photograph of Gandhi and his followers dated 12th August 1930 on verso with typed inscription. ‘Still fraught with serious consequences^ the non violence campaign of Mahatma Gandhi’s followers in India continues though Gandhi and other prominent leaders are in jail- the first move in this campaign was the salt gathering^ which was met with opposition by the British troops’. This photo shows Gandhi and his followers holding jars for the salt gathering. The first step in the series of epochal events in India. Gandhi set off with 78 disciples from his ashram in western India on a 350-kilometre trek to the coast. Twenty-five days later he stepped into a hollow^ scooped up a handful of mud and salt^ and announced to a throng: “With this salt I am shaking the foundations of the [British] empire.” Provenance – Pacific and Atlantic photos 1930. A very rare photograph – one of the first showing the campaign of non violence against the British.
John Dickinson on Indian Reform – India – John Dickinson^ Chairman of the Indian Reform Society fine autograph letter 200 signed dated December 3rd 1861^ 4pp 8vo to an unnamed correspondent saying that he had just returned to London and intended to attempt some political action again in the cause of Indian Reform. ‘.it cannot have escaped the penetration of a man of your remarkable intelligence that the last acts of Lord Canning in promising a permanent settlement to the North West Province & conceding the sale of waste lands on very favourable terms as well as the redemption of the land tax are measures calculated to give him a very great degree of popularity in England^ just at the close of his administration & to increase considerably the difficulty of those who object to other parts of his policy. in most cases English interference has been degrading^ oppressive^ & injurious^ but in some cases it has been necessary & really beneficial.in this dilemma all I can say is that I shall try to secure such a spirit in the Government as will compel its political agents to do justice to your rights & feelings and I think the time is favourable to an object of the sort. For the great increase of our Commerce with India in the last few years has attracted more English attention to the subject of our connection with the country & has generated a greater wish to conciliate the vast population who contribute so much to our national wealth & to remove all causes of their discontent & disaffection which threaten the performance of our profitable trade with them^ and there are no doubt higher & better motives for the wish to conciliate operating on a portion of my countrymen. I hope therefore that I shall now recommence my annual labours with a greater prospect of doing good & my first practical step will be an attempt to collect supporters for a deputation to the new Governor General Lord Elgin of which I must communicate the success or failure in future mails.’ Clearly from the context of this letter^ it was sent to a leading figure in India.
Renaissance Medals Ercole I d’Este (1431-1505), second duke of Ferrara. Cast medal 1472, opus: Baldassarre D’Este (active from 1469 to 1474 in Ferrara). AE (g 221,2; mm 82). HERCVLES DVX FER MVT REGII MARCHIO ESTENSIS RODIGII QVE COMES, bust turned to the left with long hair and high headdress armor with great jewel on his chest. Rv. BALDASARIS ESTENSIS OPVS, Duca d’Este on his horse to step to the left, in the right hand the baton of command. Pollard I, 28 (AE mm 90,7); Armand I, 53,3. Extremely fine old cast, hole, dark brown patina. ; ; Starting Price: €320
ITALY & FRANCE, Universities of. / FOX, Edward, Bp and GARDINER, Stephen Bp / [CRANMER? Thomas]. The determinations of the moste famous Universities of Italy and Fraunce - London: 1531. 8vo. pp. 309. A fine copy in nineteenth century morocco. Elaborately tooled in gilt on edges and spine. All edges gilt. STC 14287. With the Pope continuing to resist all the pleas of Henry VIII for an annulment of his marriage to Catherine of Aragon, Cranmer is credited with the suggestion that the theological schools of the great European universities should be canvassed for support for the thesis that it was unlawful for a man to marry his brother's wife. This thus became a very early instance of an exercise in public relations. The number of missing universities show that contrary opinions were not included, but enough supporters were found to salve the King's "tender" conscience. The original Latin version was intended to influence European opinion. This translation aimed at the home market is unsigned, but it is such a remarkable piece of "modern" English that the attribution to Thomas Cranmer must stand. With the subsequent divorce, Henry took an irreversible step towards the break with Rome; this in turn injected the religious factor into the continuing struggle between England and Ireland making this a work of seminal importance in the history of the relationship between the two islands. Sweeney 5297. Provenance: The Britwell Court Library copy which was sold by Sothebys on May 5th 1920, lot 150 to John Burns, who inscribed and dated his acquisition. Provenance: The estate of Tony Sweeney
A citrine set dress ring, designed as an octagonal step cut citrine claw set to raised yellow and white metal floral shoulders, the white metal hoop stamped '18ct Silver', together with a yellow metal blue stone set pierced ring, indistinctly stamped, a paste set ring and a stone set ring (4)
Fine early Victorian emerald and gold demi-parure, the suite of jewellery comprising a necklace, pendant / brooch and a pair of earrings - the detachable pendant / brooch with a principle mixed cut emerald estimated to weigh approximately 3.72 carats, surrounded by ten further step cut and mixed cut emeralds within a floral design of repoussé rococo scrolls, on a textured gold ground, the pendant with a further detachable drop, similarly set with three emeralds, the principle oval mixed cut emerald measuring approximately 8.8mm x 10.6mm, suspended from a necklace with central openwork floral repoussé panel, with three flower heads set with emeralds and a series of similar panels alternating with panels on textured gold ground. The pair of earrings similarly set each with a central principle step cut emerald measuring approximately 8.5mm x 7.0mm and 9.0mm x 6.6mm, with two further emeralds and suspended from a detachable flower-head loop fitting. All in a later fitted box, retailed by 'Resners', Antique Jewellers, 124 New Bond Street, London, W1 CONDITION REPORT The pendant / brooch - in good original condition commensurate with age. It has two tiny loops at the back, possibly to allow an extra detachable drop. Measures approximately 73mm x 50mm. Weighs approximately 23.5 grams gross. The earrings - both in good original condition commensurate with age. Measures approximately 58mm overall drop x 30mm wide. Weighs approximately 16.9 grams gross. The necklace - in good original condition commensurate with age. Evidence of slight alterations at the back. Solder and discolouration suggesting that there have been alterations, possibly the necklace may originally have been able to be adapted to be worn as either a necklace or a pair of bracelets. The pendant / brooch connects to the necklace with clasp fittings. Panels have minor dents and holes in the repoussé decoration commensurate with age. Approximately 380mm overall length. Weighs approximately 37.9 grams gross
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