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![HOCKNEY, David (b. 1937. illustrator) & Stephen SPENDER (1909-95). China Diary. [London:] Thames and Hudson, 1982. 4to (](https://cdn.globalauctionplatform.com/90ffa5c4-0670-4589-81bb-ac7e00fac987/0be70bcb-00fa-4f27-ad8f-ac7e0110537b/468x382.jpg)
Lot 380
HOCKNEY, David (b. 1937. illustrator) & Stephen SPENDER (1909-95). China Diary. [London:] Thames and Hudson, 1982. 4to (250 x 190mm). Plates and illustrations, many coloured. Original red cloth with Chinese character stamped in gilt on the upper cover and the spine lettered in gilt, original white slipcase with red printed label. FIRST EDITION, SIGNED AT THE FRONT BY THE ARTIST AND AUTHOR. WITH AN ORIGINAL FOLDING COLOURED LITHOGRAPH BY DAVID HOCKNEY, SIGNED AND NUMBERED "310/1,000" IN PENCIL BY THE ARTIST. "This folder contains an original five-colour hand-drawn lithograph, specially made for the signed edition of China Diary which is limited to 1,000 numbered copies worldwide. The lithograph, Red Square and the Forbidden City, 1982, by David Hockney, was printed at Petersburg Studios, New York, from one lithographic stone and four aluminium plates, all drawn by the artist, on Somerset satin-finish mould-made rag paper ... The lithograph is folded three times to form four paper panels ..." (from the folder). With 5 other books by, or relating to, David Hockney, including the brochure for Victoria Wood in Cabaret at Salts Mill. Sunday 3rd March 1996 (Bradford, 1996, front cover with a reproduction of a painting by David Hockney, number 352 of 500 copies), David Hockney's That's the way I see it (London, reprinted 2002) and the same author's Secret Knowledge. Rediscovering the lost techniques of the Old Masters ... new and expanded edition (London, 2006). (6)
Lot 452
GIRARD, Pierre-Simon (1765-1836). Traité Analytique de la Résistance des Solides, et des Solides d' Egale Résistance. Auquel on a joint Une suite de nouvelles Expériences sur la force, et l' élasticité spécifiques des Bois de Chêne et de Sapin. Paris: Chez Firmin Didot [and] Du Pont, 1798. 4to (253 x 195mm). Half title, errata leaf, tables, 9 folding engraved plates at the end (some mainly marginal spotting and staining, a few darker spots). Contemporary calf-backed marbled boards, spine gilt with red morocco lettering-piece (extremities rubbed). FIRST EDITION of this important work which contains the results of the author's researches on the strength and resistance of stone, timber and wrought iron as applied principally to architecture. It was the first book published in France to deal with "beam theory" in all its aspects (strength, flexural strength, elastic stability, yield strength). In the year of its publication, Girard travelled with Napoleon's army to Egypt where he studied the surface elevation and bed characteristics of the Nile; on his return to France, Napoleon appointed him director of the Paris water supply. (See DSB). Not in Brunet.
Lot 63
A LATE VICTORIAN DIAMOND AND VARI GEM-SET BUTTERFLY BROOCH, modelled with pierced outstretched wings edged with oval mixed-cut sapphires and rubies and rose-cut diamonds, enclosing a half pearl set thorax, with cabochon red stone eyes, gold and silver mounted, with detachable brooch fitting and later safety chain, (half pearls untested for origin), width 4.3cm Condition report: Sapphires are mostly well matched, of mid to dark blue hues, most containing mineral and fracture inclusions, some stones with a hazy transparency. Rubies are generally well matched, of mid purplish-red hues, most containing fracture/feather inclusions. The sapphires and rubies have general surface wear, with heavier scuffs, nicks and chips to facet edges. Diamonds are not well matched and many stones have chips, fractures and large inclusions. Half pearls have are not well matched and all are discoloured to have variable greyish hues, with chips, fractures, scuffs and losses to the pearl nacre. The brooch mount has general surface wear, with small areas of pitting/porosity to the sides. The brooch pin is detachable and functioning. The safety chain is later added. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approx. 12.3gm.
Lot 180
A CHRYSOBERYL PANEL RING, the openwork lozenge-shaped panel of vari-cut chrysoberyls in foiled closed-back settings, later mounted to a yellow precious metal band stamped '18ct', ring size P Condition report: Surface scuffs, scratches and facet edge nicks/chips to chrysoberyls, which have variable yellowish-green hues and patchy discolouration to the foil backing. The edges of the setting are worn and have scattered fine splits. The central three stone setting is a little loose and is riveted in place to the panel, which is white metal mounted, and has been later adapted with a yellow precious metal ring mount. The mount and panel have general surface wear, scuffs and scratches and the shank is also stamped with pseudo marks (imitating a hallmark). Gross weight approx. 6.8gm.
Lot 38
A DIAMOND SINGLE STONE RING, of crossover design, the round brilliant-cut diamond in illusion setting, two colour precious metal mounted, together with a diamond two stone ring, 18ct gold mounted, a diamond and gem set dress ring, stamped '750', a star ruby single stone ring, stamped '18ct', and a 22ct gold wedding band, first ring size P (5) Approx. gross weights only: 22ct wedding band 2.5gm, diamond set band 3.3gm, star ruby ring 5.3gm, diamond single stone ring 2.4gm, gem set ring 5gm
Lot 341
A COLLECTION OF JEWELLERY, comprising a cultured pearl and diamond pendant necklace, a ruby set pendant on chain, 9ct gold mounted, two 9ct gold and gem set spray brooches, a diamond set nugget pendant, on a gilt metal chain, a pair of blue stone ear studs, a Blue John single stone ring, a diamond set dress ring, and further items, first necklace length (excluding extension chain) 40.5cm (qty) Approx. gross weights only: pearl pendant on chain 4.3gm, ruby pendant on chain 8.1gm, two spray brooches 9gm, nugget pendant 1.5gm, cross pendant on chain 3.6gm, diamond set ring 1.8gm, blue John ring 1.4gm, ear studs combined 5gm
Lot 70
TWO DIAMOND SET GYPSY RINGS, the first a ruby and diamond three stone ring, 18ct gold mounted, the second a diamond single stone ring, yellow precious metal mounted, ring sizes J and H½ respectively (2) Condition report: First ring - scuffs, nicks and chips to ruby, which measures approx. 3mm length x 2.5mm width. Diamonds are well matched, bright and lively, but one of the stones has a large surface-reaching fracture, estimated I to J colour and SI2 to P2 clarity, assessed mounted. Total diamond weight approx. 0.08ct. The mount has general wear, scuffs, scratches and nicks and a solder join to the shank. The hallmark has capital ‘F’ date letters to the interior and exterior (on one shoulder) but we cannot see an assay office mark. Width of band at top approx. 6mm. Gross weight approx. 4.2gm. Second ring - the diamond has a bright and lively appearance, with estimated SI1 to SI2 clarity and J to K colour, assessed mounted. Diamond weight approx. 0.15ct. The mount has general wear, scuffs, scratches and nicks and solder joins to the shank. Width of band at top approx. 7.8mm. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approx. 5.2gm.
Lot 204
A COLLECTION OF JEWELLERY, comprising a diamond single stone ring, 9ct gold mounted, an emerald and diamond half hoop ring, 18ct gold mounted, (one white stone later replaced), an amethyst single stone ring, stamped '9ct', two cabochon set rings, a signet ring, a white stone full hoop ring, two locket pendants and a chain, first ring size L (10) Approx. gross weights only: emerald & diamond ring 1.6gm, diamond single stone ring 1.1gm, signet ring 2.7gm, other rings combined 10.1gm
Lot 295
A DIAMOND SINGLE STONE RING, the cushion-shaped old-cut diamond in eight claw setting, between engraved shoulders, two colour precious metal mounted, stamped '18ct Plat', diamond weight approximately 0.80ct, ring size N Condition report: The diamond is fairly bright and lively but has a large surface-reaching fracture and small chips/nicks to facet edges and the girdle, with estimated P2 to P3 clarity and K to L colour, assessed mounted. The diamond is set at a skewed angle to the mount. The mount has surface wear and scuffs, patchy tarnishing, with heavier wear to the sides of the setting and shank due to friction against another ring. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approx. 3.5gm.
Lot 393
A TURQUOISE AND DIAMOND SET HALF HUNTER FOB WATCH, the circular white dial with Roman numerals and subsidiary seconds dial, to a keyless wind movement, the case with blue enamel chapter ring, set to the reverse with a cabochon turquoise and rose-cut diamond cluster star motif, stamped '18c 0,755' and numbered 189821, with Swiss gold marks, the cuvette signed J. Heming & Co, Conduit Street, London, W, the suspension loop with 18ct gold London import mark, suspending a short section of belcher-link chain, stamped '18', watch case diameter 3.1cm Condition report: Dial - good, crystal - missing, case - minor age related marks and some losses to the blue enamel chapter ring and marks to crystal, deeper scuffs and grooves to suspensory loop. Patchy discolouration, scuffs, fractures and pitting to turquoise cabochons, one is possibly a later blue stone replacement. Diamonds have a greyish/brownish appearance, possibly due to discolouration of foil-backing, some stones with small chips and fractures. Gross weight, including chain, approx. 36.2gm. The movement has not been tested and working order cannot be guaranteed.
Lot 312
A DIAMOND AND GEM SET PANEL RING, modelled as a spray of cabochon ruby and green stone flowerheads and foliage in closed-back settings, accented by individual round brilliant-cut diamonds, between bifurcated shoulders of graduated further brilliants, white precious metal mounted, (one cabochon deficient), total diamond weight approximately 0.35ct, ring size O Condition report: One cabochon is missing. Rubies are well matched, of deep pinkish-red hues, all contain fracture, feather and mineral inclusions that are visible under magnification. Some stones have surface-reaching fractures and nicks/chips, all have surface wear. The green stones are untested but have yellowish-green hues and a greasy lustre, with surface wear. Diamonds are well matched, bright and lively, with estimated VS1 to SI2 clarity. The ring mount has surface wear, scuffs and nicks throughout, with a small split to the side of one setting. There are yellowish solder joins/repairs to the reverse of the setting. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approx. 8.5gm.
Lot 78
AN EDWARDIAN RUBY AND DIAMOND HALF HOOP RING, with scallop pierced setting and scrolled shoulders, 18ct gold mounted, hallmarked for Birmingham 1908, together with a similar ruby and diamond half hoop ring, stamped '18ct', and a sapphire and diamond three stone ring, of crossover design, stamped '18ct', first ring size L (3)Condition report: General surface wear, scuffs and chips to all ring mounts, and chips/scuffs/fractures to all gemstones. Diamonds have variable colour and clarity, some stones with chips and fractures. The second ring has a later shank, with solder joins visible at the junctions of the shank to the shoulders. The third ring has been re-sized. Approximate gross weights: 1st ring 2.5gm, 2nd ring 2.4gm, 3rd ring 1.6gm.
Lot 325
A DIAMOND SINGLE STONE RING, the cushion-shaped old-cut diamond claw set between baguette-cut diamond shoulders, white precious metal mounted, stamped 'PLAT', (shank broken), principal diamond dimensions approximately 7.1mm x 6.8mm x 4.5mm, principal diamond weight approximately 1.50ct, ring size approximately L Condition report: The principal diamond is bright and lively but has nicks and small chips to the girdle. Estimated H to I colour and SI1 to SI2 clarity, assessed mounted. The baguette-cut diamonds are well matched and fairly bright, with estimated J to L colour and VS2 to SI1 clarity, assessed mounted. The shank is broken and mis-shapen. The mount has general surface wear, with solder repairs to the sides and base of the setting and patchy wear to the claws. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approx. 2.2gm.
Lot 147
A COLLECTION OF ANTIQUE AND LATER JEWELLERY, comprising an 18th century girandole ear pendant, highlighted with foil-backed red stones and seed pearl borders, (some seed pearls deficient), a pair of cut steel oval buckles, a pair of 19th century pendant drops, with French guarantee marks, a pair of seed pearl grape cluster drops, with enamel decoration, a garnet single stone bar brooch, three shamrock dress studs, and further items, (all pearls untested for origin), ear pendant length 7.7cm (qty)
Lot 73
AN 18TH/19TH CENTURY DIAMOND AND GARNET CROSS OF THE PORTUGUESE ORDER OF CHRIST, the baguette-cut and kite-shaped garnet cross centred with channels of lasque-cut diamonds in pinched collet settings, surmounted by a detachable openwork cluster of further lasque and rose-cut diamonds, set throughout in foiled closed-back settings, some red stones later replaced, with later added brooch and pendant fittings, and later detachable old-cut diamond set bale, length 8.8cm Condition report: Garnets have variable orangey-red to purplish-red hues, all are foil-backed, some with patchy discolouration to the foil-backing. Most stone contain multiple mineral and needle-like inclusions that are just visible to the unaided eye, some stones also contain surface-reaching fractures. All have scuffs, nicks and chips to the surface. Two of the kite-shaped garnets have large fractures and chips that run across the tip of each stone. At least one of the kite-shaped stones and one of the baguette-shaped stones are later replaced red stones (untested). The largest baguette-shaped garnets measure approx. 8.5mm length x 5.5mm width. Diamonds have variable grey and brownish tints, most are heavily included with minerals and fractures, most have chips and surface-reaching fractures, all are foil-backed. We are unable to confirm whether any of the diamonds are later replaced, but there are no obvious indications of this. The cross mount is dented and mis-shapen to one end, and multiple further smaller dents, impressions, splits, chips and scuffs throughout. The cluster mount has later brooch, pendant and hook fittings, with associated dark solder joins, and considerable wear, with small splits, chips and scuffs/scratches throughout. Both panels are tarnished. Metal standard is untested. The brooch pin is functioning but the hinged safety clasp is difficult to position against the pin. Gross weight of cross and cluster combined approx. 39.2gm.
Lot 274
THREE GEM SET RINGS, comprising a cabochon ruby single stone ring, 18ct gold mounted, a diamond set dress ring, 18ct gold mounted, and a cabochon turquoise single stone ring, stamped '750', first ring size R½ (3) Approx. gross weights only: diamond set ring 8.8gm, ruby ring 5.5gm, turquoise ring 10.2gm
Lot 283
A SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND THREE STONE RING, the oval mixed-cut sapphire claw set between two old-cut diamonds, two colour precious metal mounted, stamped '18ct Plat', total diamond weight approximately 0.25ct, ring size M Condition report: The sapphire has a mid to dark purplish-blue hue with whiteish colour zoning and has multiple chips, scuffs and nicks to the surface. Diamonds have a fairly lively appearance but both stones have chips and fractures, with estimated P2 to P3 clarity and J to L colour, assessed mounted. The ring mount has considerable wear and the sides of the settings have worn flat. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approx. 2.2gm.
Lot 255
A DIAMOND SINGLE STONE PENDANT, the round brilliant-cut diamond in square four claw setting, white precious metal mounted, stamped '750', on an unassociated white metal chain stamped '925', diamond weight approximately 0.70ct, pendant length 1.25cm Condition report: The diamond is bright and lively but contains small fracture and mineral inclusions, some that are surface-reaching, and has a light yellowish tint, with estimated P1 clarity and K to L colour, assessed mounted. The pendant mount is modern with light surface wear. Pendant weight approx. 1gm.
Lot 45
A DIAMOND HALF HOOP RING, the line of uniform round brilliant-cut diamonds in channel setting, 18ct gold mounted, together with an emerald and diamond three stone ring, also 18ct gold mounted, first ring total diamond weight approximately 0.30ct, size approximately S (2) Condition report - Half hoop ring: Diamonds are mostly well matched, bright and lively to the naked eye, estimated SI1 to P1 clarity and H to J colour, assessed mounted. The ring mount has a split to the back of the shank, general surface wear throughout, and has been enlarged in size. The setting requires a comprehensive clean. Gross weight approx. 3.3gm. Emerald ring: The emerald is heavily included with dark mineral, fracture and fissure inclusions. Some of the fractures are surface-reaching, and the emerald has chips and scuffs to the surface. Diamonds are well matched and fairly bright. The ring mount has a split to the back of the shank, general surface wear throughout, and has been possibly been re-sized. Gross weight approx. 2.3gm.
Lot 139
A DIAMOND SINGLE STONE RING, the old-cut diamond in millegrain collet setting, 18ct two colour gold mounted, diamond weight approximately 0.70ct, ring size O Condition report: The diamond has a sizeable chip to the side crown facets and contains central surface-reaching fractures, with estimated P2 clarity and J to K colour, assessed mounted. The mount has general surface wear, with a small dark solder join/repair to the side of the setting, some thinning to the edges of the setting, and a small split to the back of the shank. Gross weight approx. 2.5gm.
Lot 76
A DIAMOND SINGLE STONE RING, the round brilliant-cut diamond in raised double claw setting, white precious metal mounted, stamped '18ct', together with an 18ct white gold panelled wedding band, and two white stone full hoop eternity rings, first ring size P (4) Approx. gross weights only: single stone ring 2.5gm, wedding band 4.3gm, full hoop rings combined 5.5gm
Lot 97
AN ENAMEL AND HARDSTONE INTAGLIO RING, the 19th century fluted setting decorated with scalloped red, white and black enamel, enclosing a possibly earlier oval cornelian intaglio carved to depict an animal, (intaglio chipped), in closed-back setting, between tapered foliate engraved shoulders, ring size approximately O - P Condition report: The intaglio has a large chip to one side, which penetrates in to the stone and encroaches on the incised decoration. The intaglio has scuffs, scratches, pitting and nicks, measuring approx. 12mm length x 10.8mm width. The edges of the setting have worn thin and have fine splits and chips. Enamel decoration is heavily worn, with losses, chips and scratches to the enamel. The mount has considerable wear, with deep scuffs and chips, patchy wear to the engraved decoration and some deep filing marks to the interior. An indistinct mark is scratched to the inside of one shoulder, possibly ‘XXXV’. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approx. 5.3gm.
Lot 44
AN OPAL FIVE STONE RING, the oval and circular cabochon opals spaced by rose-cut diamonds points, above a scrolled gallery, yellow precious metal mounted, ring size approximately P Condition report: The opals are scuffed, scratched, chipped and crazed. Diamonds have a greyish, fractured appearance and one stone is missing. The setting has a build up of grease and dirt and requires professional cleaning. The setting has general wear, scuffs and scratches, with thinning to the edges of the setting. The shank may have been enlarged. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approx. 4.4gm.
Lot 336
A PINK TOURMALINE AND DIAMOND PANEL RING, the rectangular pierced and millegrain panel centred with a circular mixed-cut pink tourmaline, bordered by graduated old brilliant, Swiss and single-cut diamonds, above a pierced gallery, white precious metal mounted, stamped 'Platinum', total diamond weight approximately 0.35ct, ring size N Condition report: The tourmaline measures approximately 4.8mm in diameter and has surface scuffs, chips and scratches. Diamonds are well matched, bright and lively, but one of the brilliant cuts has a large chip that penetrates through to the pavilion of the stone. This stone may need replacing. Remaining diamonds have estimated VS2 to P1 clarity and H to K colour, assessed mounted. There is a split to the base of one shoulder, patchy wear to the edges of the setting and solder joins to the shank. Length of panel approx. 1.5cm. Date of manufacture unknown, metal standard untested. Gross weight approximately 4.3gm.
Lot 266
A DIAMOND SET SERPENT BRACELET, modelled as a coiled snake, his head pavé set with rose-cut diamonds and circular-cut red stone eyes, two colour precious metal mounted, stamped 'PAT 18ct', inner diameter approximately 6cm Condition report: Surface wear, scuffs, nicks and scratches to the mount. Diamonds have greyish-white hues, most with chips and fractures. The red stone eyes also have small chips and fractures. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approx. 24.5gm.
Lot 93
A COLLECTION OF DRESS RINGS, comprising a ruby and diamond half hoop ring, stamped '750', a blue synthetic spinel single stone ring, with openwork abstract mount, stamped '9ct', and two garnet cluster rings, first ring size I½ (4) Condition report: Approx. gross weights only: half hoop ring 6.5gm, synthetic spinel ring 13.8gm, 9ct gold garnet cluster ring 7.2gm, other cluster ring 6.2gm
Lot 271
A DIAMOND SINGLE STONE PENDANT, the heart-shaped brilliant-cut diamond in four claw setting, surmounted by a heart-shaped bale, white precious metal mounted, stamped '750', on a fine curb-link chain stamped '14k', diamond weight approximately 1.60ct, pendant length 1.55cm Condition report: The diamond has pale surface-reaching fractures and chips/naturals to the faceted girdle, with estimated SI2 to P1 clarity and J to K colour, assessed mounted. The pendant mount has a scuff across the heart-shaped panel and a solder join/repair to the back. The chain has surface wear, an extension section and the clasp is loose fitting. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approx. 4.5gm.
Lot 106
A COLLECTION OF JEWELLERY, comprising a half pearl set pendant, the openwork lozenge-shaped panel centred with a green garnet-topped doublet, suspending a cabochon opal drop, stamped '9ct', a diamond half hoop ring, 14ct white gold mounted, a cabochon single stone ring, 14ct gold mounted, a three stone ring, with scrolled setting, 9ct gold mounted, and a further three stone ring, pendant length 4.6cm (5) Approx. gross weights only: pendant 2gm, diamond half hoop ring 2.6gm, cabochon ring 6.6gm, 9ct gold three stone ring 3.8gm, white metal three stone ring 4.3gm
Lot 203
A LATE 19TH CENTURY/EARLY 20TH CENTURY PEARL AND DIAMOND FRINGE NECKLACE, designed as a line of graduated openwork panels of scrolled and foliate design, each centred with a single pearl bordered by old and single-cut diamonds, spaced by smaller single-cut diamond set foliate batons, on a trace-link back chain, gold and silver mounted, (pearls untested for origin), total diamond weight approximately 0.80ct, length 36.5cm Condition report: Diamonds have variable colour and clarity but are fairly bright and lively, some stones with small chips and fractures. Estimated VS2 to P2 clarity and H to L colour, assessed mounted. Pearls have slightly variable creamy and greyish-white hues, all with surface wear, nicks and scuffs. No obvious stone replacements. The necklace mounts have general surface wear, scuffs and chips, with patchy tarnishing and solder joins/repairs at junctions within the panels and links. The clasp is functioning. Scrolled panels measure approx. 2.75cm x 1.6cm, 2.1cm x 1.45cm and 1.85cm x 1.2cm. Width of panels and batons combined 12.7cm. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approx. 14gm. No case.
Lot 142
A CITRINE SINGLE STONE BROOCH, the oval mixed-cut citrine in four claw setting, to a concave oval mount stamped '9ct', length 3.8cm Condition report: Light surface wear, nicks and scuffs to mount and citrine. Straight colour zoning to citrine under magnification. Citrine measures approx. 2.45cm in length. The pin clasp is functioning. Gross weight approx. 13.5gm.
Lot 223
A DIAMOND CIRCLET BROOCH, designed as a row of cushion-shaped old-cut diamonds in pinched collet settings, spaced by similarly set lasque-cut diamonds, two colour precious metal mounted, in Carrington & Co Ltd retailer's case, total weight of old-cut diamonds approximately 0.80ct, diameter 2.6cm Condition report: Old-cut diamonds are well matched, bright and lively, some stones with surface-reaching fractures and chips, with estimated H to K colour and SI1 to P3 clarity (due to chips), assessed mounted. Lasque-cut diamonds have variable colour and clarity, some greyish in appearance, some fractured or chipped, one stone possibly replaced. The mount has general wear and patchy tarnishing, with scuffs, nicks and chips. The pin is functioning but the safety catch may be later replaced. Metal standard is untested but possibly a gold/silver combination. Gross weight approx. 4.5gm.
Lot 113
AN EMERALD AND DIAMOND THREE STONE RING, the square step-cut emerald claw set between two old brilliant-cut diamonds, two colour precious metal mounted, with scroll pierced gallery, total diamond weight approximately 0.50ct, ring size P Condition report: The emerald has a large chip to one corner and a further chip to another corner. There are smaller chips/nicks to facet edges, surface-reaching fractures and scuffs/scratches to the surface of the stone. The emerald contains natural inclusions that are just visible to the unaided eye but has general good transparency and a mid-green hue, measuring approx. 4.7mm length x 4.5mm width x 3.2mm depth. Diamonds are well matched, bright and lively, but both stones have nicks, chips and naturals to the girdles and surface-reaching fractures. Both diamonds have an off-round outline, each measures approx. 4.4mm in diameter. Estimated P1 to P2 clarity and H to J colour, assessed mounted. The ring mount is heavily worn. Some of the claws have been repaired and others may require re-tipping. The back of the shank is worn thin and has been re-sized. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approx. 1.8gm.
Lot 603
A 15CT GOLD POWDER COMPACT, of square form, with banded and engine turned decoration, and having diamond set thumbpiece (one stone lacking) by Frederick Thomas Buckthorpe, London 1921, 9cm wide, 210g Condition report: good overall condition. The clasp is missing one stone. Minor surface scratches. On the inside the mirror is loose, and the frame which holds it in place a bit bent/misshapen.
Lot 239
A COLLECTION OF JEWELLERY, comprising a 9ct three colour gold fancy-link bracelet, suspending a gem set charm, a purple paste pendant, suspended from a fine box-link chain stamped '14k', a cultured pearl graduated single strand necklace, a pair of cultured pearl knot ear studs, and further items, bracelet length 20cm (qty) Condition report: Approx. gross weights only: 9ct bracelet 7.6gm, pendant on chain 3.5gm, white stone full hoop ring stamped ‘9ct’ 2.3gm, cultured pearl ring 1.3gm, collection of ear studs 8gm combined
Lot 214
A COLLECTION OF GEM SET BAR BROOCHES, comprising a diamond set bar brooch, designed as an openwork scroll of rose-cut diamonds, a diamond single stone bar brooch, applied with ropetwist wirework and bead decoration, stamped '15ct', a half pearl, synthetic ruby and diamond bar brooch, with French eagle's head mark to pin, and two further examples, (pearls untested for origin), first brooch length 3.8cm (5)
Lot 282
AN EMERALD AND DIAMOND HALF HOOP RING, the graduated oval mixed-cut emeralds spaced by pairs of single-cut diamonds, above a scrolled gallery, yellow precious metal mounted, stamped '18ct', ring size M Condition report: Emeralds are heavily included with minerals, fractures and fissures and some of the fractures are surface-reaching. The emeralds have numerous chips and scuffs and one of the outer stones has a fracture running across the width of the stone. Diamonds are also chipped and fractured. The mount has general surface wear, chips and scuffs throughout, patchy thinning to the edges of the setting and the shank has been re-sized. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approx. 6.1gm.
Lot 230
A PAIR OF RUBY AND DIAMOND CLUSTER EAR STUDS, each designed as a flowerhead cluster, centred with a cushion-shaped ruby bordered by lasque-cut diamonds, on post fittings, diameter 0.95cm Condition report: Rubies are well matched, of mid pinkish-red hues, one stone with an area of iridescent ‘silk’ inclusions, both stones with surface wear and facet edge abrasion. Each measures approx. 3.5mm to 3.7mm in length/width. Diamonds have a greyish, fractured/chipped appearance. The mounts have surface wear, nicks and scuffs and patchy tarnishing. Metal standard is untested, but possibly gold and silver. The post fittings may be later replaced. Gross weight approx. 2.5gm.
Lot 148
A COLLECTION OF JEWELLERY, comprising a coral corallium rubrum cross pendant, applied with a foliate spray, on a 9ct gold trace-link chain, a stone set pendant, designed as a foliate cartouche, stamped '9ct', a garnet set pendant, 9ct gold mounted, a pair of ear pendants, a silver fancy-link necklace, a graduated bead necklace, and a paste cluster brooch, first pendant length 4.9cm (7)
Lot 119
A 9CT GOLD SERPENT BANGLE, of hinged crossover design, with circular-cut red stone eyes and engraved decoration, hallmarked for London 1960, inner diameter 6.2cm Condition report: The neck and tail of the serpent have flattened areas which appear to correspond to solder joins and areas of porosity, which are presumed to be part of the manufacture. The bangle has general surface wear, scratches, nicks and scuffs throughout and the hinge is functioning. Engraved decoration is fairly crisp. Approx. gross weight 20.4gm.
Lot 178
A COLLECTION OF JEWELLERY, to include a Royal Flying Corps wings brooch, on bar fitting stamped '9ct', a peridot and half pearl pendant on chain, a peridot and half pearl bar brooch, a cultured pearl bracelet, two silver cigarette cases, a white metal cigarette case, a white paste buckle, with French boar's head mark, and further items, (half pearls untested for origin), first brooch length 4cm Approx. gross weights only: RFC wings brooch 1.9gm, peridot pendant on chain 2.8gm, peridot bar brooch 3gm, two single stone rings 4gm
Lot 122
A DIAMOND FIVE STONE RING, the line of uniform round brilliant-cut diamonds in claw settings, 18ct two colour gold mounted, total diamond weight approximately 0.60ct, ring size P Condition report: Diamonds are well matched, bright and lively, but two stones have chips and surface-reaching fractures, estimated SI1 to P2 clarity and H to J colour, assessed mounted. The ring mount has general surface wear, nicks and scuffs throughout. Gross weight approx. 4gm.
Lot 333
A DIAMOND CLUSTER PANEL BROOCH/PENDANT, designed as a flowerhead cluster of graduated cushion-shaped old-cut diamonds in pinched collet and grain settings, spaced by rose and lasque-cut diamond points, with detachable brooch fitting, two colour precious metal mounted, largest diamond weight approximately 1ct, total diamond weight approximately 3ct, diameter 2.55cm Condition report: Diamonds are mostly well matched, fairly bright and lively, but the principal stone and some outer stones contain surface-reaching fractures and small chips, with estimated SI1 to P2 clarity and H to K colour, assessed mounted. The mount has surface wear and patchy tarnishing, the pin is functioning, but the safety catch may be later replaced. There is a small hole/pit to the side of the mount, near the pendant fitting. Metal standard is untested, but possibly a gold/silver combination. Gross weight approx. 8gm.
Lot 109
A COLLECTION OF VICTORIAN AND LATER JEWELLERY, comprising a Victorian gem set panel brooch, of openwork scrolled design, two half pearl set bar brooches, a cabochon moonstone star brooch, with later fittings, a blue zircon line bracelet, a blue zircon pendant necklace, a stone set dress ring, a micromosaic panel brooch, two coral corallium rubrum bead necklaces, a cultured pearl single strand necklace, and a further necklace, first brooch length 9cm (12) Approx. gross weights only: two bar brooches 6.5gm, gem set panel brooch 7.2gm, gem set ring 3.6gm.
Lot 244
A DIAMOND AND GEM SET PENDANT, of openwork geometric design, stamped '18k', on a ropetwist-link chain stamped '14k', a diamond set pendant on chain, stamped '750', and a white stone set pendant, stamped '10k', on a white metal chain, first pendant length 2.7cm (3) Approx. gross weights only: gem set geometric pendant on chain 6.7gm, diamond set pendant on chain 4.7gm
Lot 157
A COLLECTION OF JEWELLERY, comprising a cross pendant, stamped '15ct', on a fancy flattened-link chain stamped '750', a white stone dress ring, 9ct gold mounted, a cultured pearl dress ring, stamped '9k', a silver ingot pendant, a white stone full hoop ring, and further items, first pendant length 3.8cm Approx. gross weights only: cross 1.2gm, flattened-link chain 3.7gm, three stone ring 2.3gm, cultured pearl ring 1.5gm
Lot 138
A DIAMOND THREE STONE RING, the round brilliant-cut diamonds in claw settings, between bifurcated shoulders, 18ct gold mounted, hallmarked for London 1977, total diamond weight approximately 0.80ct, ring size M½ Condition report: Diamonds are well matched, bright and lively, but all contain small central mineral inclusions, with estimated P1 clarity and H to J colour, assessed mounted. The ring mount has general surface wear, scuffs, nicks and chips throughout. Gross weight approx. 5.8gm.
Lot 260
A COLLECTION OF JEWELLERY, comprising an oval shell cameo ring, 9ct gold mounted, an emerald and diamond half hoop ring, 9ct gold mounted, two 9ct gold wedding bands, a 9ct two colour gold twisted band ring, two white stone set rings, and a pair of ear hoops, first ring size O (8) Approx. gross weights only: cameo ring 5gm, emerald ring 2gm, 9ct wedding bands 7.5gm combined, single stone ring 2.1gm, full hoop ring 1.3gm, twisted band 2.6gm, ear hoops 3.5gm
Lot 277
AN AMETHYST AND DIAMOND LINE BANGLE, the oval hinged bangle claw set with a line of circular mixed-cut amethysts, spaced by five round brilliant-cut diamonds, white precious metal mounted, total diamond weight approximately 0.30ct, inner diameter 6cm Condition report: Amethysts are well matched, with an average diameter of 2.5mm, of mid-purple hues. One stone has a large chip, the others have light surface wear. Diamonds are well matched, bright and lively, with estimated VS1 to SI1 clarity and H to J colour, assessed mounted. The mount is modern with light surface wear and the hinge and clasp are functioning. Metal standard is untested. Gross weight approx. 13.8gm.
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