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Lot 28
GB or Canada - 2 x Cast Bronze Animal Figures. 19th or 20th century. Large Ram or Sheep's Wall Mount Head and a Goat or similar animal mounted on to a Green Stone Ashtray. Condition - Generally good, remnants of Gilt decoration on the Goat and an extra drilled hole, possibly missing a Post or something? The Ram's Head is 22cm wide, from horn to horn and weighs 2.7 Kilo
Lot 207
A collection of amethyst and citrine set jewellery, the amethyst jewellery comprised a faceted bead necklace, a spherical bead necklace, a pendant and two pairs of earrings, the citrine set jewellery comprised of two spherical bead and paste necklaces, two pendants and two brooches.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Amethyst and citrine are both members of the quartz family. Amethyst occurs with hues from a light lavender to a deep purple. It has been highly revered throughout history by many cultures. The Greeks believed amethyst gems could prevent intoxication, while medieval European soldiers wore amethyst amulets as protection in battle because of it's supposed healing properties. Amethyst beads have been found in Anglo-Saxon graves in England and Anglican bishops wear an episcopal ring often set with an amethyst. Tibetans consider amethyst sacred to the Buddha and make prayer beads from it. It was considered a symbol of royalty during the Middle Ages and used to decorate English regalia. As one of the Old World 'Cardinal Gems', it was one of the five gemstones considered precious above all others. Amethyst is the birthstone of February. Citrine is first documented as being appreciated in Greece between 300 and 150 BC as a golden-yellow gemstone and due to a superstition that it would bring prosperity has been referred to as the 'money stone', or 'merchant's stone'.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 262
A selection of amethyst and citrine jewellery comprised of faceted amethyst bead and paste necklace, a spherical bead necklace and a cluster bead bracelet, three amethyst pendants, a pair of earrings and two pairs of amethyst cuff links, a spherical citrine and paste bead necklace and a pendant.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Amethyst and citrine are both members of the quartz family. Amethyst occurs with hues from a light lavender to a deep purple. It has been highly revered throughout history by many cultures. The Greeks believed amethyst gems could prevent intoxication, while medieval European soldiers wore amethyst amulets as protection in battle because of it's supposed healing properties. Amethyst beads have been found in Anglo-Saxon graves in England and Anglican bishops wear an episcopal ring often set with an amethyst. Tibetans consider amethyst sacred to the Buddha and make prayer beads from it. It was considered a symbol of royalty during the Middle Ages and used to decorate English regalia. As one of the Old World 'Cardinal Gems', it was one of the five gemstones considered precious above all others. Amethyst is the birthstone of February. Citrine is first documented as being appreciated in Greece between 300 and 150 BC as a golden-yellow gemstone and due to a superstition that it would bring prosperity has been referred to as the 'money stone', or 'merchant's stone'.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 267
A selection of green agate jewellery comprised of a large oval brooch, 4.5cm wide, a smaller brooch, a bracelet, two pendants, a large single stone ring and a pair of stud earrings.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Found the world over agate is a stone that has been used for jewellery and decorative purposes since ancient times. In Roman mythology green agate glorifies the Roman Earth goddess Aurora who is goddess of the dawn, fertility, and the mother of the winds. In modern times green agate is celebrated by those who believe it has the ability to restore balance when we feel off-kilter, and is thought to inspire good health, a friendly disposition, and bravery.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 282
Twelve carnelian, green and blue agate set rings, including some also set with marcasite, many stamped 'silver'.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe.Found the world over agate is a stone that has been used for jewellery and decorative purposes since ancient times. In Roman mythology green agate glorifies the Roman Earth goddess Aurora who is goddess of the dawn, fertility, and the mother of the winds. In modern times green agate is celebrated by those who believe it has the ability to restore balance when we feel off-kilter, and is thought to inspire good health, a friendly disposition, and bravery. The colour blue is thought to encourage feelings of calmness and tranquility. Carnelian is a type of agate that is found in red and orange hues. The name is thought to come from the Latin words carnis (meat) or carne (flesh) due to its color. The ancient Egyptians prized it for being a stone of fertility to stimulating passion and even to provide courage to the ancient warriors and fighters. In more modern times it has been worn to indicate status in society.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 290
A selection of carnelian jewellery comprised of a circular openwork brooch, another brooch, a bracelet, a pair of stud earrings and matching ring, another pair of carnelian stud earrings, two pendants and two rings.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Found the world over agate is a stone that has been used for jewellery and decorative purposes since ancient times. Carnelian is a type of agate that is found in red and orange hues. The name is thought to come from the Latin words carnis (meat) or carne (flesh) due to its colour. The ancient Egyptians prized it for being a stone of fertility to stimulating passion and even to provide courage to the ancient warriors and fighters. In more modern times it has been worn to indicate status in society.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 296
A selection of moss agate jewellery comprised of a string of moss agate and amethyst graduated spherical beads, a similar bracelet and one other string of moss agate and paste beads, two strings of graduated moss agate beads, three pendants, a ring and a brooch.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Although strictly not a true agate because it does not have the typical layering or banding characteristic, moss agate instead features a white or translucent ground with green, orange, brown and black inclusions reminiscent of moss, hence the name. Found in several locations the world over it is believed by some to encourage a sense of tranquility and emotional balance promoting calm and helping draw us closer to nature. The gemstone has also been known as "Mocha stone" after being found in the Arabian city of Mocha in Yemen.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 279
A selection of amazonite set jewellery comprised of a string of graduated beads, two brooches, three rings and two pairs of drop earrings.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe.Named after the river Amazon, Amazonite has been found to have been crafted and used as far back as 16,000 BCE. A popular thought is that the stone was named after the fearsome band of all female Amazon warriors of Ancient Mesopotamia, who were reported to have adorned their shields with amazonite to increase their strength. It is a highly regarded stone amongst those who believe in the benefits of it's ancient healing and spiritual properties. CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 191
A 9 carat gold diamond simulant three-stone ring, the stones claw-set in white to a yellow shank, finger size N 1/2, 3.6g grossCONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 278
A collection of amethyst and citrine set jewellery, the amethyst jewellery comprised of a circular brooch, also set with marcasite, and ring and matching pendant and a pairs of stud earrings, the citrine set jewellery all also set with marcasite comprised of a circular brooch, ring, a pair of flower-head cluster clip-on earrings, and a matched pendant.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Amethyst and citrine are both members of the quartz family. Amethyst occurs with hues from a light lavender to a deep purple. It has been highly revered throughout history by many cultures. The Greeks believed amethyst gems could prevent intoxication, while medieval European soldiers wore amethyst amulets as protection in battle because of it's supposed healing properties. Amethyst beads have been found in Anglo-Saxon graves in England and Anglican bishops wear an episcopal ring often set with an amethyst. Tibetans consider amethyst sacred to the Buddha and make prayer beads from it. It was considered a symbol of royalty during the Middle Ages and used to decorate English regalia. As one of the Old World 'Cardinal Gems', it was one of the five gemstones considered precious above all others. Amethyst is the birthstone of February. Citrine is first documented as being appreciated in Greece between 300 and 150 BC as a golden-yellow gemstone and due to a superstition that it would bring prosperity has been referred to as the 'money stone', or 'merchant's stone'.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 219
A selection of blue topaz set jewellery including marcasite set examples, comprised of a circular brooch, two pendants, two pairs of stud earrings and a foliate brooch.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Blue topaz became a very popular stone in the 20th century due to it's bright colour, high lustre and hardness. Typically occurring in nature as a clear stone to those with hues of yellow, pink, orange and brown, natural blue crystals are very rare, however treatment of pale topaz can produce delightful hues of blue sometimes referred to as 'Swiss blue' or for the more darker sapphire-like stones 'London blue'. A modern birth stone for December, blue topaz is also associated with wisdom and communication.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 285
A selection of carnelian and aventurine quartz jewellery comprised of a long string of graduated carnelian beads, a string of faceted carnelian beads and paste beads, three carnelian set pendants, three carnelian set rings, a carnelian pebble necklace and a pair of carnelian stud earrings, an aventurine quartz bead necklace and matching bracelet and earrings suite, a pair of gold plate mounted aventurine quartz earrings, an aventurine quartz and grey agate bead necklace, and an aventurine quartz set brooch.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Found the world over agate is a stone that has been used for jewellery and decorative purposes since ancient times. Carnelian is a type of agate that is found in red and orange hues. The name is thought to come from the Latin words carnis (meat) or carne (flesh) due to its color. The ancient Egyptians prized it for being a stone of fertility to stimulating passion and even to provide courage to the ancient warriors and fighters. In more modern times it has been worn to indicate status in society. Aventurine quartz gets its name from the Italian word 'avventura' meaning by chance, risk or luck, it is most commonly green and has a platy minerals in it that give it a shimmering quality. Aventurine is a stone that is thought to promote decisiveness and promote empathy and compassion, stimulating perception and enhancing creativity.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 271
A selection of carnelian and aventurine quartz jewellery comprised of a long string of graduated carnelian beads interspersed with small faceted disks, another string of faceted pale carnelian beads, small red carnelian beads and paste beads, three carnelian pendants, two carnelian set rings a pair of carnelian stud earrings, a carnelian pebble necklace and a carnelian pendant, three aventurine quartz bead necklaces, two pairs of gold plate mounted aventurine quartz earrings, two aventurine quartz and grey agate bead necklaces, and a pair of matching drop earrings.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Found the world over agate is a stone that has been used for jewellery and decorative purposes since ancient times. Carnelian is a type of agate that is found in red and orange hues. The name is thought to come from the Latin words carnis (meat) or carne (flesh) due to its colour. The ancient Egyptians prized it for being a stone of fertility to stimulating passion and even to provide courage to the ancient warriors and fighters. In more modern times it has been worn to indicate status in society. Aventurine quartz gets its name from the Italian word 'avventura' meaning by chance, risk or luck, it is most commonly green and has a platy minerals in it that give it a shimmering quality. Aventurine is a stone that is thought to promote decisiveness and promote empathy and compassion, stimulating perception and enhancing creativity.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 264
A collection of 12 marcasite set rings, most stamped 'silver' or '925', including a range of sizes and designs.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. The term 'marcasite' not only refers to jewellery set with the stone marcasite but also to jewellery set with it's the semi-precious chemical twin, pyrite. Marcasite was used by the ancient Greeks as well as the Incas of South America. It was the Victorians who championed the style we typically see today with small faceted stones with flat backs set into silver jewellery.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 196A
A three stone diamond ring, the round brilliant cut stones approximately 0.45ct, 0.55ct and 0.45ct, visible inclusions, approximate colour I/H, in claw setting, the shank stamped 'PLATINUM', finger size M 1/2, 3.5g grossCONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 222
A selection of rock crystal and smokey quartz jewellery comprised of a 'Miracle' silver rock crystal and smokey quartz Celtic brooch, a pair of rock crystal earrings, a single stone rock crystal bar brooch, a cylindrical faceted bead necklace, a smokey quartz set pendant and a graduated faceted bead and paste set bead necklace.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. From the same family as citrine and amethyst rock crystal and smokey quartz are clear and grey to brown versions of the same stone. Rock crystal is colourless quartz and has been used throughout history as a gemstone, as an early alternative to glass and diamond, carved into drinking vessels and of course crystal balls. It also has properties which mean it is used for scientific purposes as well such as quartz watch movements. The Greek word krystallos meaning 'ice', provides the basis for the origin of the name rock crystal. For those who believe in the physical healing properties of crystals, rock crystal is thought to stimulate the immune system and clear away toxins, it is also thought to stimulate positive feelings and protect against negative energy.Smokey quartz is an extremely close relative of citrine as the colour hues range from orangey brown to grey. Found in the Scottish Cairngorm mountains the dark orange version of this stone is referred as a cairngorm in reference to as it's place of origin. As with all stones from the quartz family the smokey quartz is thought to have strong protective and healing powers including warding off nightmares and bringing calmness.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 242
A selection of amber jewellery comprised of a butterscotch amber pendant, 2.6cm long, a larger clarified amber pendant, a pair of heat treated amber earrings and pendant with 'sun spangles', a ring, an oval pendant stamped 'silver' and four pairs of drop earrings. We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Beginning work in 1701 an amber room was made for the Berlin City Place and was moved in 1716 to the Catherine Place in Russia. It covered more than 55 square metres and contained over 6 tonnes of amber. To avoid Nazi looting the room was dismantled and eventually disappeared during WWII. A replica has since been created. Before its loss, it was considered an eighth wonder of the world. Amber is is a fossilised tree resin and as one of natures plastics amber is often exposed to heat and other treatments to create different effects. During the first half of the 20th century the stone fell out of fashion in jewellery in the UK, but has since experienced a huge surge in popularity. It has always been a favoured stone within Eastern cultures where the Chinese in particular believe it is lucky and has medicinal properties.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 274
A selection of blue and green agate set jewellery comprised of three brooches, three pendants and six pairs of earrings.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Found the world over agate is a stone that has been used for jewellery and decorative purposes since ancient times. In Roman mythology green agate glorifies the Roman Earth goddess Aurora who is goddess of the dawn, fertility, and the mother of the winds. In modern times green agate is celebrated by those who believe it has the ability to restore balance when we feel off-kilter, and is thought to inspire good health, a friendly disposition, and bravery. The colour blue is thought to encourage feelings of calmness and tranquilityCONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 288
A collection of 12 amethyst and citrine set rings, including some set with marcasite, most stamped 'silver' or '925' of varying sizes and designs.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Amethyst and citrine are both members of the quartz family. Amethyst occurs with hues from a light lavender to a deep purple. It has been highly revered throughout history by many cultures. The Greeks believed amethyst gems could prevent intoxication, while medieval European soldiers wore amethyst amulets as protection in battle because of it's supposed healing properties. Amethyst beads have been found in Anglo-Saxon graves in England and Anglican bishops wear an episcopal ring often set with an amethyst. Tibetans consider amethyst sacred to the Buddha and make prayer beads from it. It was considered a symbol of royalty during the Middle Ages and used to decorate English regalia. As one of the Old World 'Cardinal Gems', it was one of the five gemstones considered precious above all others. Amethyst is the birthstone of February. Citrine is first documented as being appreciated in Greece between 300 and 150 BC as a golden-yellow gemstone and due to a superstition that it would bring prosperity has been referred to as the 'money stone', or 'merchant's stone'.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 251
A selection of carnelian jewellery comprised of a large oval brooch, 6cm wide, a smaller brooch, a string of graduated cylindrical carnelian beads, a pair of clip-on marcasite and carnelian earrings a pendant and two earrings.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Found the world over agate is a stone that has been used for jewellery and decorative purposes since ancient times. Carnelian is a type of agate that is found in red and orange hues. The name is thought to come from the Latin words carnis (meat) or carne (flesh) due to its color. The ancient Egyptians prized it for being a stone of fertility to stimulating passion and even to provide courage to the ancient warriors and fighters. In more modern times it has been worn to indicate status in society. CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 252
A selection of Iona marble set jewellery, comprised of an oval brooch, three rings, a marcasite and floral spray brooch, a pair of stud earrings, a pair of clip-on earrings, a bead necklace and a large heart-shaped pendant.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Composed of a combination of limestone and serpentine this 2700 million year old rock is found in the under-water seams off the Isle of Iona, Scotland with pebbles being found on the local beaches, and was also once quarried on the island. Crafted for centuries into jewellery and talismen by the island's inhabitants, who believed it had magical properties including giving protection against shipwreck, fire, and miscarriage, the local fishermen would not take to the water without a piece of it in their possession. It is still a highly regarded stone to this day, unique to this area of Scotland.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 171
A 19th century French gold oval locket, set with single red stone within inlaid black enamel surround, 4.5cm long including suspension ring, and glazed interior containing a lock of hair, 16.7g grossCONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 286
A selection of moss agate jewellery comprised of two brooches, a pair of cuff-links, four rings and a pair of earrings, most stamped 'silver'.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Although strictly not a true agate because it does not have the typical layering or banding characteristic, moss agate instead features a white or translucent ground with green, orange, brown and black inclusions reminiscent of moss, hence the name. Found in several locations the world over it is believed by some to encourage a sense of tranquility and emotional balance promoting calm and helping draw us closer to nature. The gemstone has also been known as "Mocha stone" after being found in the Arabian city of Mocha in Yemen. CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 253
A selection of moss agate jewellery comprised of a brooch, a bracelet, a pair of clip-on earrings, two rings and two pendants, most stamped 'silver'.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Although strictly not a true agate because it does not have the typical layering or banding characteristic, moss agate instead features a white or translucent ground with green, orange, brown and black inclusions reminiscent of moss, hence the name. Found in several locations the world over it is believed by some to encourage a sense of tranquility and emotional balance promoting calm and helping draw us closer to nature. The gemstone has also been known as "Mocha stone" after being found in the Arabian city of Mocha in Yemen.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 173
A 9 carat gold Ethiopian opal single stone ring, and a matching opal pendant, each with 'Gemporia' certificate, and three yellow metal gem-set pendantsCONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 265
A selection of garnet jewellery comprised of a circular brooch also set with marcasite, three pairs of drop earrings, two single stone rings and one three stone ring and one marcasite and garnet brooch.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. The birthstone of January the red garnet features in jewellery the world over. A favourite gemstone of Victorian royalty, Hellenistic Greek rulers and the Anglo-Saxon elite. The term 'garnet' comes from the name ‘gernet’, a 14th century Middle English word meaning dark red, further deriving from the Latin 'granatum' meaning 'pomegranate'. This connection was probably made due to the resemblance of garnet crystals to the seeds of a pomegranate. Within the world of crystal healing the garnet has powerful properties and is believed to bring energy and boost relationships.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 218
A selection of agate and other hardstone jewellery comprised of a circular Scottish agate specimen cloak brooch stamped 'Sterling', 4.6cm diameter, a smaller Scottish specimen circular brooch, two other brooches, a pair of moss agate cuff links, a red jasper ring and a pair of drop earrings.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Although agates are found the world over Scottish agates are often second to none in their colour, pattern and beauty. Agates have been collected in Scotland since prehistoric times and are a stone that is celebrated within these Celtic lands, especially within their jewellery, and has become a favourite amongst collectors.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 248
A quantity of rose quartz jewellery, comprised of a bracelet, a circular brooch, a pendant, a single stone ring and two pairs of stud earrings.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. The subtle hues of rose quartz are though to be due to the presence of small amounts of titanium. It is microscopic mineral inclusions that give it it's characteristic cloudy translucence, and it's colour can range from a near white to a deep rose-pink. It is thought by some to promote love and that wearing it can relieve anger, tension, guilt, grief and fear, dispelling negativity and promoting calmness and reassurance. CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 368A
Two small Chinese pottery figures of temple dogs, a small carved figure of a deity, other carved stone items and four items of blue and white pottery (11 items)CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT * Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images. * Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid * Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 255
A selection of garnet jewellery comprised of a brooch, two pairs of drop earrings, three single stone rings, a pendant and two pairs of stud earrings.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. The birthstone of January the red garnet features in jewellery the world over. A favourite gemstone of Victorian royalty, Hellenistic Greek rulers and the Anglo-Saxon elite. The term 'garnet' comes from the name ‘gernet’, a 14th century Middle English word meaning dark red, further deriving from the Latin 'granatum' meaning 'pomegranate'. This connection was probably made due to the resemblance of garnet crystals to the seeds of a pomegranate. Within the world of crystal healing the garnet has powerful properties and is believed to bring energy and boost relationships.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 216
A selection of rock crystal and smokey quartz jewellery comprised of a single stone rock crystal rectangular Art Nouveau style brooch, a graduated cylindrical faceted bead necklace, a smaller faceted bead necklace a large smokey quartz set circular pendant and two pairs of smokey quartz stud earrings.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. From the same family as citrine and amethyst rock crystal and smokey quartz are clear and grey to brown versions of the same stone. Rock crystal is colourless quartz and has been used throughout history as a gemstone, as an early alternative to glass and diamond, carved into drinking vessels and of course crystal balls. It also has properties which mean it is used for scientific purposes as well such as quartz watch movements. The Greek word krystallos meaning 'ice', provides the basis for the origin of the name rock crystal. For those who believe in the physical healing properties of crystals, rock crystal is thought to stimulate the immune system and clear away toxins, it is also thought to stimulate positive feelings and protect against negative energy. Smokey quartz is an extremely close relative of citrine as the colour hues range from orangey brown to grey. Found in the Scottish Cairngorm mountains the dark orange version of this stone is referred as a cairngorm in reference to as it's place of origin. As with all stones from the quartz family the smokey quartz is thought to have strong protective and healing powers including warding off nightmares and bringing calmness.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 246
A selection of green agate jewellery comprised of a large oval brooch, 12cm wide, a smaller brooch, a string of graduated cylindrical green agate beads, a pair of stud earrings and two rings.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Found the world over agate is a stone that has been used for jewellery and decorative purposes since ancient times. In Roman mythology green agate glorifies the Roman Earth goddess Aurora who is goddess of the dawn, fertility, and the mother of the winds. In modern times green agate is celebrated by those who believe it has the ability to restore balance when we feel off-kilter, and is thought to inspire good health, a friendly disposition, and bravery.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 184
A small French gold seed pearl set brooch, with central circular glazed keepsake panel, and a small emerald and half pearl five-stone ring, combined weight 5g grossCONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 276
A quantity of rose quartz jewellery, comprised of a three marcasite and rose quartz cluster rings, a small single stone ring, a brooch, an earrings and pendant suite, three pairs of drop earrings, a pair of stud earrings and a bead necklace.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. The subtle hues of rose quartz are though to be due to the presence of small amounts of titanium. It is microscopic mineral inclusions that give it it's characteristic cloudy translucence, and it's colour can range from a near white to a deep rose-pink. It is thought by some to promote love and that wearing it can relieve anger, tension, guilt, grief and fear, dispelling negativity and promoting calmness and reassurance. CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 293
A quantity of rose quartz jewellery, comprised of a large silver oval brooch, 4.1cm wide, an Art Nouveau style brooch, an oval pendant, a large single stone ring and a pair of oval stud earrings.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe.The subtle hues of rose quartz are though to be due to the presence of small amounts of titanium. It is microscopic mineral inclusions that give it it's characteristic cloudy translucence, and it's colour can range from a near white to a deep rose-pink. It is thought by some to promote love and that wearing it can relieve anger, tension, guilt, grief and fear, dispelling negativity and promoting calmness and reassurance. CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 210
A selection of moonstone jewellery comprised of a cylindrical bead necklace with a matching pair of drop earrings, two bracelets with a matching pair of drop earrings, a pair of drop earrings and a pendant both set with marcasite, two matching pendants and a pair of 'bunch of grapes' drop earrings.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Celebrated as a feminine stone and believed to promote spiritual healing, mental clarity and feminine energy, moonstone has long been a favourite within the jewellery trade and crystal healers. It's translucent, pearly, opalescent look comes in colours of white and grey, but also orange, green, blue, pink, brown and rainbow. The Moonstone has a long history in India being used by seers to look in to the future and as a tool used to bring wisdom. The Romans believed that those who looked into the stone could see the Diana, goddess of the moon, and that this pearly talisman would bring love and fortune to the wearer. During the late 19th and early 20th century when the Art Nouveau period was at it's height moonstone was a preferred stone by jewellers, and remains highly popular to this day.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 256
Twelve rock crystal and smokey quartz set rings, most stamped 'silver' or '925', including a marcasite and rock crystal cluster, panel rings and a Celtic style ring.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. From the same family as citrine and amethyst rock crystal and smokey quartz are clear and grey to brown versions of the same stone. Rock crystal is colourless quartz and has been used throughout history as a gemstone, as an early alternative to glass and diamond, carved into drinking vessels and of course crystal balls. It also has properties which mean it is used for scientific purposes as well such as quartz watch movements. The Greek word krystallos meaning 'ice', provides the basis for the origin of the name rock crystal. For those who believe in the physical healing properties of crystals, rock crystal is thought to stimulate the immune system and clear away toxins, it is also thought to stimulate positive feelings and protect against negative energy.Smokey quartz is an extremely close relative of citrine as the colour hues range from orangey brown to grey. Found in the Scottish Cairngorm mountains the dark orange version of this stone is referred as a cairngorm in reference to as it's place of origin. As with all stones from the quartz family the smokey quartz is thought to have strong protective and healing powers including warding off nightmares and bringing calmness.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 208
A selection of grey agate jewellery comprised of an Art Deco style panel ring, an oval brooch, eight pedants, three pairs of drop earrings and an oval bead necklace.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Found in stone age graves grey agate's subtle beauty has long been appreciated. Believed by many to be the stone of common sense and stability grey agate has been used in jewellery and for decorative and ornamental purposes for thousands of years.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 170A
A diamond three-stone ring, the graduated old-cut stones approximately 0.15, 0.23 and 0.15 carats, in claw setting, the shank stamped '18CT', finger size N 1/2, 1.7g gross CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 197
A diamond single stone ring, the round brilliant cut stone approximately 1.23 carats, with visible inclusions, approximate colour J/K, within claw setting, the shoulders each set with three small eight cut diamonds, the shank indistinctly marked, finger size M, 3.7g grossCONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 261
A collection of 12 Swiss blue topaz set rings, including some set with marcasite, most stamped 'silver' or '925' of varying sizes and designs.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Blue topaz became a very popular stone in the 20th century due to it's bright colour, high lustre and hardness. Typically occurring in nature as a clear stone to those with hues of yellow, pink, orange and brown, natural blue crystals are very rare, however treatment of pale topaz can produce delightful hues of blue sometimes referred to as 'Swiss blue' or for the more darker sapphire-like stones 'London blue'. A modern birth stone for December, blue topaz is also associated with wisdom and communication.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 371A
A Chinese carved stone panel in the form of a cat, 6cm long, on hardwood stand, and a pierced and carved circular Chinese stone disk, 14.3cm diameterCONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT * Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images. * Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid * Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 201
Four items of tiger's eye jewellery comprised of a large single stone ring, a circular openwork brooch and two other brooches, all stamped 'SILVER'We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. For centuries many have worn tiger's eye in the belief it will protect them against evil and ill wishes. Roman soldiers wore engraved tigers eye to protect them in battle.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 245
A collection of amethyst and citrine set jewellery, the amethyst jewellery comprised of a Celtic style brooch and ring, a pendant and two pairs of drop earrings, the citrine set jewellery including a brooch, panel ring, a pair of clip-on earrings with matched pendant and a pair of stud earrings.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Amethyst and citrine are both members of the quartz family. Amethyst occurs with hues from a light lavender to a deep purple. It has been highly revered throughout history by many cultures. The Greeks believed amethyst gems could prevent intoxication, while medieval European soldiers wore amethyst amulets as protection in battle because of it's supposed healing properties. Amethyst beads have been found in Anglo-Saxon graves in England and Anglican bishops wear an episcopal ring often set with an amethyst. Tibetans consider amethyst sacred to the Buddha and make prayer beads from it. It was considered a symbol of royalty during the Middle Ages and used to decorate English regalia. As one of the Old World 'Cardinal Gems', it was one of the five gemstones considered precious above all others. Amethyst is the birthstone of February. Citrine is first documented as being appreciated in Greece between 300 and 150 BC as a golden-yellow gemstone and due to a superstition that it would bring prosperity has been referred to as the 'money stone', or 'merchant's stone'.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 188
A 9 carat gold single stone diamond gypsy ring, the round brilliant cut diamond approximately 0.12 carats, finger size U, a plain band set with single diamond, approximately 0.10 carats, finger size O, and two other 9 carat gold gem-set rings, combined weight 13.2g grossCONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 198
A selection of moss agate jewellery comprised of a string of graduated spherical moss agate and faceted paste beads, three rings, a brooch, a pendant and a string of dark green moss agate beads interspersed with small faceted paste beads, matching earrings and a similar bracelet.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Although strictly not a true agate because it does not have the typical layering or banding characteristic, moss agate instead features a white or translucent ground with green, orange, brown and black inclusions reminiscent of moss, hence the name. Found in several locations the world over it is believed by some to encourage a sense of tranquillity and emotional balance promoting calm and helping draw us closer to nature. The gemstone has also been known as "Mocha stone" after being found in the Arabian city of Mocha in Yemen.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 241
A selection of striped onyx jewellery comprised of a graduated bead necklace with paste dividers, 12 pendants, two rings including one in the form of a large four-leaf clover, 3cm across, four brooches, a pair of stud earrings, a pair of drop earrings and a pair of cuff links.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Like banded agate striped onyx is a form of layered chalcedony that differs only in the parallel and curved nature of the bands with striped onyx having the former. Since ancient times onyx of all colours has been used for jewellery and ornamental purposes and lends itself to carving, especially in intaglio or cameo form due to the contrasting layers. The ancient Romans believed the red version of this stone, called sardonyx, bestowed courage in battle and carried amulets of it engraved with Mars the god of war. In Renaissance Europe, the stone was believed to bestow eloquence and a traditional Persian belief is that it helped with epilepsy.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 220
A collection of 12 black onyx set rings, most stamped 'silver' or '925', including a range of sizes and designs.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. A member of the chalcedony family black onyx was a favourite of Art Deco jewellers and craftsmen although it's popularity began thousands of years before, recorded in Minoan and Egyptian history and onyx is also mentioned several times in the bible. Believed to be a grounding stone black onyx is worn by many to balance conflicting drives and emotions and bring a sense of calm to its wearers. Many people associate the dark stone with steadiness, trustworthiness, and fidelity. It is also associated with good judgment and fortune.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 200
A selection of blue agate jewellery comprised of a large oval brooch, 6cm wide, a smaller brooch, a string of graduated cylindrical blue agate beads, a pair of stud earrings and two rings.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe.Found the world over agate is a stone that has been used for jewellery and decorative purposes since ancient times. The colour blue is thought to encourage feelings of calmness and tranquilityCONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 232
An amethyst and marcasite floral spray brooch and a selection of citrine and marcasite jewellery including a matching floral spray brooch, three other brooches and a pendant (6 items)We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Amethyst and citrine are both members of the quartz family. Amethyst occurs with hues from a light lavender to a deep purple. It has been highly revered throughout history by many cultures. The Greeks believed amethyst gems could prevent intoxication, while medieval European soldiers wore amethyst amulets as protection in battle because of it's supposed healing properties. Amethyst beads have been found in Anglo-Saxon graves in England and Anglican bishops wear an episcopal ring often set with an amethyst. Tibetans consider amethyst sacred to the Buddha and make prayer beads from it. It was considered a symbol of royalty during the Middle Ages and used to decorate English regalia. As one of the Old World 'Cardinal Gems', it was one of the five gemstones considered precious above all others. Amethyst is the birthstone of February. Citrine is first documented as being appreciated in Greece between 300 and 150 BC as a golden-yellow gemstone and due to a superstition that it would bring prosperity has been referred to as the 'money stone', or 'merchant's stone'.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 194
A diamond two-stone cross-over ring. the old-cut stones approximately 1.85 and 1.65 carats, I-J colour, both stones with visible inclusions, in claw settings, the cross-over band set each side with five eight-cut melee diamonds, the shank stamped '18CT', finger size I, 5.5g grossCONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 268
A collection of 12 amethyst and citrine set rings, including some set with marcasite, most stamped 'silver' or '925' of varying sizes and designs.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Amethyst and citrine are both members of the quartz family. Amethyst occurs with hues from a light lavender to a deep purple. It has been highly revered throughout history by many cultures. The Greeks believed amethyst gems could prevent intoxication, while medieval European soldiers wore amethyst amulets as protection in battle because of it's supposed healing properties. Amethyst beads have been found in Anglo-Saxon graves in England and Anglican bishops wear an episcopal ring often set with an amethyst. Tibetans consider amethyst sacred to the Buddha and make prayer beads from it. It was considered a symbol of royalty during the Middle Ages and used to decorate English regalia. As one of the Old World 'Cardinal Gems', it was one of the five gemstones considered precious above all others. Amethyst is the birthstone of February. Citrine is first documented as being appreciated in Greece between 300 and 150 BC as a golden-yellow gemstone and due to a superstition that it would bring prosperity has been referred to as the 'money stone', or 'merchant's stone'.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 270
A selection of moss agate jewellery comprised of two strings of graduated moss agate beads, a pair of stud earrings, two rings and two pendants.We are pleased to be offering this lot from the stock of family run firm Shipton and Co., who were based in Hastings White Rock area, and who were unfortunately forced to close their doors in 2014 after a section of the rock face above collapsed onto their shop, making the building unsafe. Although strictly not a true agate because it does not have the typical layering or banding characteristic, moss agate instead features a white or translucent ground with green, orange, brown and black inclusions reminiscent of moss, hence the name. Found in several locations the world over it is believed by some to encourage a sense of tranquility and emotional balance promoting calm and helping draw us closer to nature. The gemstone has also been known as "Mocha stone" after being found in the Arabian city of Mocha in Yemen.CONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
Lot 177
A yellow metal diamond single stone ring, the round brilliant cut stone approximately 0.25 carats, finger size N, stamped '14K', 1.4g gross, and a yellow metal ring set with single round brilliant cut diamond approximately 0.20 carats, unmarked, finger size L, 2.9g grossCONDITION REPORTS & PAYMENT DETAILSIMPORTANT* Descriptions do not include condition reports. Please contact us to if you require further information or images.* Please consider shipping costs before bidding as this may affect your decision to bid* Please familiarise yourself with our payment methods. Our preferred method of payment is by bank transfer. We do not take cash or card payments.
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