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Antique & Art Auction — Cordy's

Auction House:Cordy'sNumber of lots recorded:656
Sale Title:Antique & Art AuctionLots with images:63
Auction Location:AucklandPrices available:519
Date:16-Aug-2016
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An estate 18ct. yellow gold and five stone diamond ring, the five Old Mine cut diamonds bead set in a boat shape line.
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An early 20th century estate 18ct. yellow gold and five stone diamond ring, the graduating Old Mine cut diamonds in a London Bridge setting. Birmingham 1912 hallmarks.
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A 9ct. yellow gold cultured pearl and 12 diamond ring, the central pearl of approx. 7.5 cm of whitish pink with greenish overtones, 'A' grade, two rows of three diamonds flanking to each side, totalling 0.80ct.
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A vintage 14ct. white gold, triplet ruby and 72 diamond ring, the 2.25ct. round mixed cut triplet claw set above an open swirling design set with 72 single cut diamonds.
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An 18ct. gold 28 stone diamond ring, the diamonds in a double row channel set.
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A 18ct. yellow gold diamond cluster ring, the 17 diamonds totalling 0.50ct. in a double row round cluster form.
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A 14ct. white gold 12 diamond ring, the round modern brilliant cut diamond set in two rows totalling 0.50ct.
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A 9ct. bi-tone gold and diamond ring, the 0.53ct. Old European cut diamond in a rub-over mount, crossed shoulders set with a small round brilliant cut diamond.
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An 18ct. gold and diamond solitaire ring, the 0.62 ct. round brilliant cut diamond in a white gold rub-over mount, rounded tapered band with puffed shoulders.
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An 18ct gold and diamond band, the five round brilliant cut diamonds channel set to the top of a tapered rounded shank, T.D.W. 0.50 carats
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An 18ct. gold and five diamond ring, the five round brilliant cut diamonds claw set in a London bridge style mount. Approximate TDW 1.00ct.
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An 18ct. yellow gold and diamond double snake head ring, hallmarked London 1918, each head set with three graduated facet cut diamonds.
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An antique 9ct. gold and diamond cluster ring, of lozenge form, the elongated diamond set top with seven diamonds to the central row framed by 24 further diamonds, all bead set, two diamonds of early brilliant cut, the other 29 all of rose cut. TDW 0.97ct.
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An 18ct. gold diamond solitaire ring, the 0.56ct. old mine cut diamond claw set in a platinum mount with split shoulders, colour J and clarity SI.1 cm
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A 14ct white gold diamond solitaire ring, the 0.55ct princess cut diamond in a four claw raised mount.
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A 14ct. white gold and diamond solitaire ring, the 0.55ct. princess cut diamond held high in a four claw setting.
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A estate 14ct. white gold five stone diamond ring, the central raised round modern brilliant cut diamond of 0.52ct., the four round modern brilliant cut diamonds of 0.80ct.
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An antique 18ct. gold, emerald and diamond dress ring, the 5.50ct. oval cabochon emerald in a rub-over mount and surrounded by 16 various old cut diamonds.
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An impressive 3.02ct. solitaire diamond ring, the plain rhodium plated 18ct. white gold mount with four claws, the modern round brilliant cut diamond reported as 3.02ct. and of 'Excellent' make, E-colour and I2 clarity.
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A Bulgari platinum and diamond solitaire ring, the 1.01 carat round brilliant cut diamond claw set in a tapering slightly rounded band with a polished section under the stone. Stamped 'Bulgari 950 Made in Italy', colour F, clarity VS1. Comes with the GIA Diamond Report and three Bulgari catalogues. This ring is called 'Marry Me' and is one of only four Bulgari wedding designs.
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A quality heavy 15ct. yellow gold fob seal, wire scroll frame, intaglio panel. 15.4gms.
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A 9ct. yellow gold Masonic ball fob, the cross form mount releasing the pyramid sections forming the cross engraved with Masonic symbols.
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An early 20th century 9ct. small Masonic ball fob, similar to above.
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A c.1900 9ct. citrine fob spinner, facet cut, bar and curb link frame.
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A 9ct. yellow gold and citrine tone spinner, triangular section, chain link frame.
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A c.1900 9ct. yellow gold and carnelian fob spinner, the circular panel with solid gold back, curb link frame.
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A c.1900 9ct. yellow gold, bloodstone and carnelian fob spinner, oval panels, curb link frame.
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A c.1900 15ct. yellow gold and carnelian miniature fob spinner, triangular section.
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Two antique intaglio cut fob seals, one 15ct. with amethyst panel.
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A 9ct. citrine fob spinner, facet cut, triangular section, knot form mount, c.190 cm
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A c.1900 9ct. fob spinner, the triangular citrine toned stone facet cut, curb link frame.
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A heavy Victorian 15ct. yellow gold fob seal, serpentine rectangular edged natural citrine panel, fancy mount. 19.3gm.
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A 9ct. rose gold fob seal, the citrine seal with engraved deer head intaglio and motto.
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A 9ct. rose gold fob seal, set with plain carnelian stone.
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A pair of 18ct gold and pearl earrings, the large mabe pearl in a rub over mount, with posts and clips for pierced ears.
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A pair of 14ct. diamond stud earrings, the two diamonds of round modern brilliant cut totalling 0.70ct., each in a four claw double bezel mount.
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A pair of Victorian 9ct. yellow gold peridot drop earrings, each with single oval peridot framed by seed pearls, further peridot ovoid drop.
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A pair of Victorian 15ct. yellow gold and micro-mosaic earrings, the oval panels with coloured stone bell form flowers on black ground, fittings for pierced ears.
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A pair of estate 18ct. yellow gold and diamond earrings, each with a single old mine cut diamond in rub-over mount above a plain yellow gold loop, fittings for pierced ears.
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A pair of 9ct. gold and enamel cufflinks, the front shield decorated with red, white and blue enamelling between small bands of gold, plain backs joined by chains.
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A pair of 1920s 14ct. yellow gold and mother-of-pearl gentleman's cufflinks, the panels of button form with central seed pearl to each, gold encased backs and fittings.
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A c.1900 rolled gold sovereign case, classical form, engraved, push-button release.
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An Edwardian silver sovereign case, traditional form, radiating machine engraving, push-button release. Birmingham 190.5 cm
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A gent's Cartier Tank wrist watch, large model vermeil rectangular case, ivory dial with Roman numerals, quartz movement, leather strap. Cartier valuation available.
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A vintage Tudor gent's wristwatch, with Rolex Oyster stainless 3.5 cm dia. case and Rolex screw down crown, the matt champagne dial with gold Arabic numerals at the quarters, the other hours indicated by spear point batons, Dauphine hands, sweep seconds, manual mechanical movement, c.1960s. Later brown leather strap.
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A modern Tag Heuer 'Aquaracer' gent's wristwatch, stainless steel case and bracelet, blue index dial, quartz movement, water resistant to 300 metres, sapphire crystal glass. With original cased booklet and modern replacement valuation.
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An Edwardian silver covered cased Goliath pocket watch, the extra-large size open face pocket watch with enamel dial and black Roman numerals, subsidiary dial, stem wind, the square display case with plain silver cover hallmarked Birmingham 1903, strut back absent. 14 cm x 14 cm
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An early 20th century silver cased half-hunter gent's pocket watch, machine engraved, the front with blue enamelled chapter ring opening to reveal the cream toned dial with Arabic numerals and subsidiary dial, 15 jewel movement in working order.
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An early 20th century Vertex 9ct. yellow gold open faced pocket watch, the white enamel dial with maker's name, Arabic numerals, subsidiary dial, the interior back cover also 9ct. gold. Total weight 82gms.
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A c.1920 9ct. rose gold open face gent's pocket watch on chain, the gold toned dial with Arabic numerals, subsidiary seconds dial, working order. The 9ct. rose gold chain with rectangular square section stylish links. Total weight 53.8gms.
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A good quality early 20th century French carriage clock, with alarm and repeating mechanisms. In original case, with key. Height 12.5 cm
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A fine quality 20th century miniature French balloon type mantel clock, Empire style, circular dial with Roman numerals, drum shaped movement with a basket of flowers finial, white alabaster base standing on four short feet. Working order, with key. Height 16 cm
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A 19th century French china mantel clock, in the form of an artist's palette sitting in a small wooden easel, the face with gilded Roman numerals and decorated with a romantic outdoor scene, with key and in working condition. 23 cm x 33 cm
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A mahogany William IV twin fusee bracket clock, the round pagoda type pediment raised on a brass inlaid and floral carved case, the enamel dial with Roman numerals, marked R. Fairey, London. Eight-day mechanism striking the hours on a bell, on four brass ball feet, with pendulum and key, some attention required. 27 cm x 16 cm x 48 cm
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An early 20th century Ansonia black marble mantle clock, architectural form with variegated white marbling in the columns and panels. With key.
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A French mantel clock with figured pediment, gilded and bronze spelter case, white enamel dial, bell striking movement.
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A French Louis XV style mantel clock, gilt metal case with Sevres style porcelain dial and panels painted with landscapes and figures, bell striking mechanism. Height 36 cm
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A late 19th century large carved oak castle cased mantel clock, the castellated top with four spires, dragon gargoyles to the corners, the front with classical gents flanking the arched top glazed door enclosing the gilded dial, all surfaces carved, the quality German movement stamped 'DRGM', secret hidden drawer to the base. 37 cm x 37 cm x 66 cm
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A 19th century mahogany cased station clock with fusee chain movement, the circular glazed door with crack enclosing the cream dial with black Roman numerals, suspended large brass bob pendulum, complete with key. Some attention required.
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A late Victorian fancy silver framed desk calendar, embossed with cherubs and scrolls, the changeable calendar cards to the centre. Chester 1900 by James Deakin & Sons.
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A good silver dressing table strut mirror, plain oval shape with oak back. Birmingham 1918 by Cohen & Charles. Height 25 cm
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An unusual Victorian heart shaped silver freestanding photo frame, with elaborate pierced border and silver strut. London 1898. Height 22 cm
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A small Oriental silver photo frame, the hand beaten border decorated with leaves and flowers. Length 12 cm
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An Edwardian silver freestanding frame, with birds, flowers and leaves, arched top. Glass missing. Birmingham 1908. Height 19 cm
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An Edwardian silver freestanding photo frame, plain with a shaped border. Birmingham 1903. Height 18 cm
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A small William IV silver vinaigrette, rectangular form, engraved wriggle and prick design, the gilded interior with pierced and engraved grill. Birmingham 1834 by Edward Smith.
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An early 20th century silver heart form vesta, ivy leaf all-over engraving, shield cartouche, suspension ring attached. Birmingham 1910 by Smith & Bartlan.
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An early Victorian silver card case, fine machine engraved, rectangular form, gilded interior, the shield form cartouche presentation engraved 'Jane'. Birmingham 1839 by Nathaniel Mills. 9.2 cm x 6.7 cm
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A William IV silver vinaigrette, wriggle-work engraved lid, gilded interior with fancy pierced grill. Birmingham c.1930 by Thomas Smith.
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An Edwardian silver vesta case, decoratively engraved with scrolls and trellis patterns, curved form. Birmingham 1903 by Joseph Gloster.
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A 1910 silver engraved vesta case, suspension loop attached. Birmingham 191 cm
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A William IV silver vinaigrette, the lid engraved as if a purse, the gilded interior with floral engraved and pierced grill. Birmingham 1831 by Edward Smith.
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An Edwardian ivory bladed silver paper knife, the horn shaped handle heavily embossed with scrolls framing a vacant cartouche, socket fitted to a lanceolate ivory blade. Birmingham 1904 by Levi & Salaman.
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A late 19th century Continental silver miniature cameo back canape. London 1898 by Edwin Thompson Bryant. Width 6 cm
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A miniature silver Georgian Revival tea and coffee set on tray. London 197.6 cm
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An Edwardian silver map or chart reader's tool, one end with dials to either side for 'Nautical Miles 1' to 1 mile', and 'Inches to Miles', the other end with removable magnifying glass, the handle as a propelling pencil. Some faults.
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Two early 20th century child's silver decorated items, 'Hey Diddle Diddle', includes a napkin ring hallmarked Birmingham 1901 and baby spoon hallmarked Birmingham 1923, both by Levi & Salaman.
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Two early 20th century child's silver items, a 'Little Miss Muffet Baby Spoon', Birmingham 1914 by Levi & Salaman together with a 'Moon' baby pusher, Birmingham 192.8 cm
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Two Victorian green glass scent bottles, one facet cut, height 8.5 cm, the other of plain circular section, height 6 cm, both with silver mounts.
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Three Victorian posy holders, two silver plate with ornate engraved and pierced decoration, length approx. 16 cm, the other gilt metal with a mother-of-pearl handle.
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A c.1900 Russian silver and gold cigarette case, rectangular form, applied gold Cyrillic script and date 1902 to lid. The interior lid with applied named panel, impressed marks for Moscow and Ivan Sergeyevich Lebedkin. 78gms. 9.7 cm x 7.1 cm x 1.7 cm
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A fine quality modern .925 standard silver cigarette/cigar box, of plain design with 18ct. gold thumbpiece and a sandalwood interior. Total weight 550gms. Width 12 cm
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A good quality modern silver cigarette/cigar box, of plain design with engine turned border and sandalwood interior. Birmingham 1906. 420gms. Length 18.5 cm
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A modern silver cigarette box, traditional oblong form and lined with sandalwood, original gilt remains to interior of lid, with presentation inscription to front and top of lid. London 1971. 800gms. 23 cm x 14 cm x 6.5 cm
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A silver mounted desk pad, London 1924, length 44.5 cm, depth 28 cm, together with a small embossed silver mounted blotter roller, marked 'Sterling', length 7.5 cm
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A silver ink stand of oblong shape with engine turned borders and two original glass cube inkwells. Birmingham 1930 by Henry Matthews. With inscription 'Presented by H.J. Symons & Co.' to commemorate the opening of the new Head Office Building of the National Insurance Co. of N.Z. Ltd, 14th March 1962. Weight of stand only 700gms.Width 25 cm
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A George III silver lidded brandy warmer, mildly bulbous base, sparrow beak spout, the domed lid with turned and stained ivory ball finial, turned wooden handle. London 1806 by W.J. in script (name not traced). Weight 256gms. Diameter of bowl 8.4 cm
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A George III silver basket in Adams style, octagonal boat shape with spreading pedestal foot, reeded rim and handle decoration, fine decorative engraving to the top rim. London 1789 by Charles Aldridge. 264gms. Height 11.3 cm, length 18 cm
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A George III Scottish silver lemon strainer, the pierced shallow circular bowl with ribbed lip, a double armed handle to one side and clip to mount to goblet rim. Edinburgh c.1800 by Robert Gray & Son. Diameter 9.1 cm, 65gms.
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A George II silver porringer, with reeded strap handles, characteristic fluted decoration raised on a spreading ring foot, with oval scroll framed vacant cartouche. London 1749 by Richard Bayley. Height 10 cm, 310gms.
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A George III silver tankard, plain baluster form with single raised rib to the body, spreading circular foot, the dome hinged lid with open scroll pierced thumbpiece, the S-scroll handle with heart terminal, engraved with script initials. London 1790 by Samuel Godbehere & Edward Wigan. 760gms. Height 20.2 cm
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A George III silver baluster mug, the plain body with wide spreading foot, S-scroll handle with acanthus leaf thumbpiece, of good gauge, crested. London 1787. 322gms.
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A George III silver wine funnel, traditional two-piece construction, fine ribbed detail to the rims, shaped bracket to the top rim. London 1809 by Peter & William Bateman. 69gms. Length 11.5 cm. Minor attention required.
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A 19th century silver plated tea urn of classical style, oval shape with lion mask ring side handles, ball and paw feet, ivory handled tap and sphinx finial. Height 45 cm
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A 19th century French silver tea caddy of oblong section, baluster shape, embossed with scenes of figures, flowers, leaves and scrolls and with a rampant lion finial. London import marks. Sheffield 1897. Height 14 cm
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A silver capstan inkwell with original ceramic liner. Birmingham 1915. Diameter 15 cm
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A George III silver wine funnel, traditional two-piece construction, fine reeded borders, shaped clip, shortened spout. London 1790 by Thomas & Richard Payne.
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An early 20th century French silver and gold cigarette case, all-over ribbed approximately square form, rounded edges, the 14ct. yellow gold thumbpiece set with blue sapphire cabochon, stamped maker's/retailer's detailers 'Alfred Dunhill. Paris'. 155gms. 8.5 cm x 8.5 cm x 2 cm
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A George III silver gravy boat, the plain swollen oval body with shaped everted rim, the double C-scroll handle with acanthus leaf thumbpiece, raised on three pad feet. London 1763 by Alexander Saunders. Length 16 cm, 230gms.
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A silver sauce boat, with panelled decoration and a flying handle. Birmingham 1925 by Adie Bros. Length 15 cm
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