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Jewellery, Antique & Art Auction — Cordy's

Auction House:Cordy'sNumber of lots recorded:551
Sale Title:Jewellery, Antique & Art AuctionLots with images:526
Auction Location:AucklandPrices available:418
Date:7-Jul-2020
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A nicely carved Japanese ivory netsuke, of a rat chewing its own tail, lightly tea stained, signed with square seal on the right haunch. Inlaid eyes. Height 3.6 cm
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A Japanese ivory netsuke, of a woman from folklore, carrying the head of a man and a short aikuchi dagger. Signed under the base. Height 5.2 cm.
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A Japanese ivory netsuke of an oni, seated beside a large drum, lightly tea stained, inlaid eyes and studs to the drum skin. Height 3.2 cm.
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A finely carved Japanese ivory netsuke, of a four rabbit kits tumbling across an eagle lying on its back. Chip to wing. Signed under the base. Lightly stained. Width 3.5 cm.
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A Japanese ivory netsuke of a samurai, standing holding a model of a temple shrine. Small himotoshi to shoulders. Height 5 cm.
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A compactly carved Japanese ivory netsuke of two rats, with inlaid eyes. Lightly age stained, small himotoshi underneath. Width 3.2 cm.
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A Japanese ivory netsuke of a man, standing holding a fan and gourd. Small himotoshi to his back. Height 5 cm.
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An old Japanese ivory netsuke, of a crouching shishi, compactly carved, lightly age stained, small himotoshi under the base. Width 3 cm
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A well carved Japanese ivory netsuke, of three puppies clambering over a straw hat, small himotoshi underneath, signed to the haunch of one pup - Meizan. Height 4.2 cm.
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A large 19th century Japanese Arita porcelain charger, decorated with stylised florals as a central medallion and broad border, the rim with serpentine edge. Old David Cooke (antique dealer) label on reverse. Diameter 460.
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A Japanese circular Imari charger, decorated with a vase of flowers framed by madoe panels of landscapes and moths. Diameter 40.5 cm.
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A 19th century Japanese Imari square charger, with serpentine rim and canted corners, decorated in underglaze blue, iron red enamel and gilt with a vase of flowers framed by a panelled border. 44 cm x 44 cm.
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A Japanese fine porcelain beaker, decorated in underglaze blue with a landscape, minute rim frits. Height 8 cm
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A Japanese woodblock print by Kawase Hasui, of a temple and blossom under moon light (Five story pagoda of Toji Temple on Kyoto). Character marks to margin. 36 cm x 24 cm.
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Two pairs of bronze Tibetan temple cymbals, together with a bronze vajra.
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Three Thai bronze Buddha heads, various, each mounted on a wooden block. Tallest Height 18.8 cm.
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A vintage wood carving of a reclining laughing Buddha, with children climbing over him, considered auspicious for couples wanting children or a happy home. Some old splits. 86 cm x 50 cm x 34 cm.
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An early 20th century Chinese export silver filigree large bowl, superbly decorated with three sinuous dragons on a field of clouds, two face each other either side of a flaming panel engraved '1911-1936', the third fiery horned dragon faces outward. Hemispherical raised on a flaring ring foot. Marked for Wang Hing (Hong Kong). Diameter 21 cm. 533gm.
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A Chinese pale and vibrant green jade pendant, carved as A small bear clambering over a bunch of fruits. Height 5.5 cm.
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A Chinese pierced and carved chicken bone jade disc, with a six ring knot to the centre framed by a border of ho-o birds and lotus flowers. in sympathetically carved yellow rosewood stand. Diameter 7.5 cm. Height 12.5 cm incl stand. Provenance: The Beverley Allen Collection
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A Chinese pale green jade handling piece carved as a finger citron, (Buddha's hand '''), on wooden stand. Width 8 cm. Provenance: The Beverley Allen Collection
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An old Chinese porcelain vase, with sang de bouef glaze, pale celadon within the mouth, baluster shape with circular spreading foot. With wooden stand. Height 28 cm. Provenance: The Beverley Allen Collection
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Two old Chinese porcelain blue and white snuff bottles, the taller 8 cm with four character Yongzheng reign mark; the smaller 6 cm with four character Qianlong reign mark, small chip to foot. Provenance: The Beverley Allen Collection.
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A tall old marine ivory carving of Hotei, standing with two children upon his shoulders, another at his feet, the base with character marks to the inlaid red tablet. Black stained detail to the fine engraving. Height 29.5 cm.
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Five Chinese carved soapstone figures, detailed in traditional robes and poses. Various tones. Each on a carved stand. Tallest Height 15.8 cm.
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A Chinese Canton enamel porcelain exportware bowl, painted in famille rose with floral sprigs and bouquets, a gilt hop border at the rim, monogrammed in script 'MT' to the side within a gilt ribbon swagged cartouche. c.1775. Diameter 29 cm, Height 12.5 cm.
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A 19th century Chinese famille rose plate, the central floral cartouche framed by four large fan form panels painted with figures, florals and birds. Diameter 24.5 cm.
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An old Chinese ginger jar, decorated in underglaze blue, of figures, houses and boats by the lake. 20 cm x 210. Hair crack to side.
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A large rosewood brushpot, cylindrical shape with slightly waisted walls. Height 21 cm.
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A dense blackwood brushpot, possibly zitan wood, carved as the gnarled trunk of an old peach tree. Height 16 cm.
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A heavy metal Chinese mirror, with verdigris finish to one side in the archaic manner, in wooden box with accompanying booklet. Diameter 25 cm.
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A Chinese gilt bronze incense burner, squat circular raised on three legs, two lion dog side handles, the pierced dome cover surmounted by a seated temple dog. Height 20.5 cm
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An ancient Chinese bronze vessel, the pedestal bowl with fine engraved bands encircling the rims, looping lug form handles, some old repairs. Height 13.8 cm, Diameter 17 cm. Provenance: The R.B. Williamson Estate Collection.
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An old and well modelled bronze statue depicting the Zen Buddhist expression of spirit - Riding the Bull Home, a representation of the sixth of the ten stages on the bodhisattva-path, the artistically modelled and attractively patinated bronze ox walks homeward, unfettered and obeying its rhythmic motion influencing the flute playing rider's harmony. 122 cm x 50 cm x 112 cm.
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A Victorian gold sovereign, 1880, Sydney mint.
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An Edwardian 9ct gold bowling medal, in frame and pendant mount, Birmingham 1902. 7.95gm.
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A Turkish gold 100 kurush coin in gold pendant mount, from the reign of Muhammad V 1909-1918, mount unmarked. Diameter 2.6 cm. Total 11.3gm.
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Two early 20th century New Zealand gold fob medallions, one 15ct 8gm engraved 'Hamilton 52 Mile Road Race Fastest Time Won by W. Innes 3.6.10...' and with makers initials W.R.A possibly Wm Rbt Archibald, Wellington the other 9ct shield form engraved Kia Ora. 2.3gm.
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A pair of colonial gold earrings, featuring a flax bush, kiwi and punga in front of a mountain set to an oval frame, suspended from gold earring hooks with leaf decoration, stamped A.G.B to the reverse and in A.G. Bartlett, Watchmaker and Jeweller, Auckland box.
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A pair of Australian 9ct rose gold Masonic cuff links, Masonic symbols to each side, made by W.T. Pritchard. 8.98gm.
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Three quality facet cut amethysts, one a large 50ct oval measuring 3.3 cm x 2.2 cm x 10.5 cm, the others a pair of emerald cut stones of approx. 7cts ea., 1.3 cm x 9.5 cm x 6.8 cm approx.
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An uncommon mottled white amber pendant, polished ovoid form with egg yolk, translucent and veined inclusions, silver bale fitting. Height 64, 21gm.
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An uncommon mauve jade bangle, half round profile. Tested as jade. Diameter 7.8 cm.
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A set of four 9ct gold gem set bangles, each bangle set with eight stones, rubies, diamonds, emeralds and sapphires, in original jeweller's box. 37gm.
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An 18ct yellow gold and diamond tennis bracelet and earring suite, the bracelet with 42 round brilliant cut diamonds, each in a square box setting; the conforming earrings each with four brilliant cuts. Approximate TDW 6 to 8 ct.
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A 14ct white gold emerald and diamond bracelet, fourteen oval cut medium green emeralds claw set and surround by small round brilliant cut diamonds, TEW 23.69ct, TDW 2.70ct. Gemologist report available.
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An 18ct gold sapphire and diamond bracelet, three panels rub over set with an oval mixed cut sapphire and surrounded by a halo of small round brilliant cut diamonds, rectangular two bar links with a large 9ct gold bolt clasp.
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A pair of 14ct rose gold pink pearl and diamond earrings, each earring with a pinkish/purple South Sea pearl suspended from a diamond encrusted bar, posts for pierced ears, TDW 0.53ct. Gemologist report available.
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A pair of 14ct white gold sapphire and diamond earrings, each earring set with a 1.13ct emerald cut dark cornflower blue sapphire and surrounded by small round brilliant cut diamonds, suspended from a diamond set stud, posts for pierced ears, TSW 2.27ct, TDW 0.47ct. Gemologist report available.
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A pair of 14ct rose gold tanzanite and diamond earrings, each earring with a 1.24ct round cut purplish/blue tanzanite claw set and surrounded by brilliant cut diamonds, hooks for pierced ears, TTW 4.29ct, TDW 0.96ct. Gemologist report available.
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A pair of 14ct gold and diamond halo earrings, each earring with a 0.98ct princess cut diamond claw set and surrounded by a halo of round brilliant cut diamonds, posts for pierced ears, TDW 2.40ct. Gemologist report available.
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A pair of 14ct rose gold and 4.00ct diamond stud earrings, each earring claw set with a 2ct round brilliant cut diamond, (colour L-M, clarity SI1-SI2), posts for pierced ears. Gemologist report available.
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A pair of 14ct rose gold and diamond halo earrings, each earring with a 1.07ct round brilliant cut diamond (colour J-K, clarity SI1), claw set and surrounded by a halo of small brilliant cut diamonds, posts for pierced ears, TDW 2.70ct. Gemologist report available.
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A pair of platinum emerald and diamond drop earrings, each earring with two oval cut vivid green Zambian emeralds claw set and each surrounded by a halo of brilliant cut diamonds, posts for pierced ears, TEW 12.04ct, TDW 0.71ct. Gemologist report available.
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A pair of 14ct rose gold and halo diamond earrings, each earring with a 0.68ct princess cut diamond claw set and surrounded by a double halo of brilliant and single cut diamonds, posts for pierced ears, TDW 2.16ct. Gemologist report available.
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A pair of 18ct gold and diamond stud earrings, each earring claw set with a 0.87ct round brilliant cut diamond, posts for pierced ears, TDW 1.74ct. Gemologist report available.
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A pair of 14ct white gold emerald and diamond drop earrings, each earring with an oval cut and a pear cut vivid green Zambian emerald, each surrounded by brilliant cut diamonds, posts for pierced ears, TEW 4.52ct, TDW 0.62ct. Gemologist report available.
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A 9ct. gold mounted classical amber glass and pearl pendant, the circular panel with woman bust in relief.
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A cultured pearl necklace, a single strand of thirty-one 11-1.5 cm round silver white pearls, with magnetic clasp. Purchase receipt for $1550.
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A 14ct white gold emerald and diamond Art Deco style pendant, a 12.37ct briolette cut dark green Emerald drill set in a diamond encrusted cap, suspended from a 0.37ct marquise cut diamond, four bezel set diamonds in the white gold chain, TDW 13.02ct. Gemologist report available.
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An 18ct exceptional vivid blue natural sapphire solitaire ring, the 2.8ct non-enhanced Ceylonese sapphire round facet cut, of colour grade 5+, 'very slightly (vivid) violetish/bluish hue', 'with minor abraded crown facet junctions, with nicks out of 'out of round' girdle...high surface polish and noticeable window effect..', the bespoke hand-crafted 18ct mount with eight claws and scrolling shoulders. 2016 New Zealand valuation available.
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A 14ct gold necklace set with 683 diamonds, as 29 graduating articulated sections claw set with small round brilliant cut diamonds. Closing with an integrated clasp. Overall approx. Length 43 cm.
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A 14ct gold sapphire and diamond necklace, fifty multi-coloured oval sapphires claw set, each surrounded by a halo of brilliant cut diamonds, TSW 46.90ct, TDW 8.00ct. Gemologist report available.
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An impressive 14ct white gold opal and diamond pendant, a 36.93ct oval cabochon opal with good play of fire claw set and surrounded by a double halo of round brilliant cut diamonds, four diamonds bezel set to the white gold chain, TDW 2.74ct. Gemologist report available.
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A 14ct white gold emerald and diamond dress ring, with a claw set 2.45ct oval cut emerald surrounded by 16 round brilliant cut grain set diamonds to the serpentine lozenge shaped bezel and with four further diamonds enhancing the shoulders. TEW 2.45ct, TDW 0.44ct. Valuation available
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An 18ct white gold and diamond ring set, a 0.60ct round brilliant cut diamond claw set to the centre of a halo of small grain set diamonds, the split shoulders also set with small diamonds, the conforming fitted band set with small round diamonds, TDW 1.25ct. Certificate available.
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An 18ct gold emerald and diamond ring, a 0.54ct oval mixed cut emerald claw set and surrounded by a halo of small round brilliant cut diamonds, set to the centre of a diamond encrusted marquis shaped mount, split shoulders, TDW 0.61ct.
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An 18ct white gold and diamond ring, four baguette diamonds channel set horizontally with three round brilliant cut diamonds to each side, a further two baguette diamonds claw set to each shoulder, TDW 0.38ct.
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A 14ct gold emerald and diamond ring, a 1.24ct emerald cut medium dark green emerald claw set and surrounded by ten small brilliant cut diamonds, with a further diamond set to the twisted split shoulders. Gemologist report available.
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A platinum emerald and diamond ring, the 2.76ct oval cut Columbian emerald claw set and surrounded by brilliant cut diamonds with further diamonds set to each shoulder, TDW 0.39ct. Gemologist report available.
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A 14ct gold emerald and diamond ring, the 9.08ct oval cut dark green Brazilian emerald claw set and surrounded by a halo of brilliant cut diamonds, the split and patterned shoulders set with further brilliant cut diamonds, TDW 0.78ct. Gemologist report available.
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A 14ct white gold and diamond double halo ring, a 1.37ct Old European cut diamond (colour K-L, clarity SI1), claw set and surrounded by a double halo of round brilliant cut diamonds, with further diamonds set to the shoulders, TDW 2.29ct. Gemologist report available.
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A 14ct rose gold and diamond halo ring, a 7.08ct princess cut champagne diamond claw set and surrounded by a double halo of round brilliant cut champagne diamonds, with further diamonds set to the shoulders, TDW 8.71ct. Gemologist report available.
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An impressive platinum and diamond ring, a 7.51ct pear cut diamond (colour K, clarity P1), claw set with a 1.02ct pear cut diamond to each side, (colour L, clarity SI2), TDW 9.54ct. Gemologist report available.
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A platinum and 2.00ct diamond solitaire ring, the 2.03ct round brilliant cut diamond claw set, colour G-H, clarity P1. Gemologist report available.
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A 14ct white gold and diamond ring, a 1.02ct marquise cut diamond (colour J-K, clarity SI2), claw set and surrounded by round brilliant cut diamonds with further diamonds to the shoulders, TDW 1.37ct. Gemologist report available.
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A 14ct gold emerald and diamond double halo ring, a 3.19ct square emerald cut dark green natural Brazilian emerald claw set and surrounded by a double halo of round brilliant cut diamonds in a high basket mount, with further diamonds set to each shoulder, TDW 0.73ct. Gemologist report available.
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A platinum and diamond ring, a diamond encrusted triple band to the top of a tapering shank, TDW 1.37ct. Gemologist report available.
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A 14ct white gold and diamond solitaire ring, the 1.03ct pear cut diamond claw set with a tapered baguette diamond to each shoulder, TDW 1.13ct. Gemologist report available.
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A 14ct white gold and diamond ring, a 0.74ct round brilliant cut diamond claw set with two brilliant cut diamonds to each shoulder, TDW 0.82ct. Gemologist report available.
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A 14ct gold emerald and diamond ring, a 2.88ct oval cut bluish/green emerald, claw set and surrounded by twenty round brilliant cut diamonds, TDW 0.28ct. Gemologist report available.
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An 18ct white gold tanzanite and diamond ring, the 0.98ct oval purple/blue tanzanite bezel set and surrounded by twelve round brilliant cut diamonds with a matching diamond set to each shoulder, TDW 0.70ct. Gemologist report available.
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A 14ct white gold tanzanite and diamond ring, a 2.65ct pear cut purplish/blue tanzanite claw set with eight small brilliant cut diamonds set to each shoulder. Gemologist report available.
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A 14ct gold sapphire and diamond ring, the 1.42ct oval green sapphire claw set and surrounded by ten brilliant cut diamonds. Gemologist report available.
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An 18ct gold and jade ring, the oval cabochon apple green jade bezel set in a plaited style mount.
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An estate 18ct. yellow gold sapphire and diamond ring, the three circular facet cut sapphires spaced by two round brilliant cut diamonds. Coronet claw mounts.
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A 14ct. yellow gold and red coral dress ring, the square cabochon form coral stone in rubover mount, forked shoulders.
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A 14ct gold and red coral ring and earring set, square cabochon coral claw set, plain shank with split shoulders, the earrings with pear shaped coral bezel set, posts for pierced ears.
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An 18ct white gold and diamond pendant, a diamond encrusted spider set with baguette and brilliant cut diamonds, together with a white gold chain, TDW 0.31ct.
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A pair of 18ct white gold diamond and pearl earrings, each earring with a 1.5 cm golden pearl attached to a black diamond encrusted coral form, the drop suspended from a conforming diamond encrusted bale, posts for pierced ears with safety clips, TDW 2.35ct.
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An 18ct white gold diamond and pink tourmaline bracelet, twelve oval cut pink tourmalines claw set and surrounded by a halo of small round brilliant cut diamonds, linked by twelve diamond set rosettes, push clasp with safety catch, TTW 14.33ct, TDW 2.77ct.
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An unusual 18ct rose gold diamond and ruby bangle, in the form of a spider, the legs forming the bangle with his large body encrusted with rubies, black and white diamonds, TRW 3.60ct, TDW 1.10ct. 
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A platinum and diamond ring, a 1.02ct cushion cut diamond (colour F, clarity IF), claw set and surrounded by a double halo of round brilliant cut diamonds, the split shoulders also set with diamonds, TDW 1.48ct.
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An impressive 18ct rose gold diamond, ruby and citrine pendant, a scrolling diamond encrusted frame with a 26.45ct round cabochon citrine claw set to the centre, suspended from a diamond encrusted bale to the base is a ruby bead tassel, together with a rose gold chain, TRW 49.33ct, TDW 1.88ct.
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A pair of 18ct rose gold diamond sapphire and citrine earrings, a large diamond and citrine encrusted tear drop with a tear drop facet cut citrine claw set and surrounded by diamonds suspended from the centre, attached to a yellow sapphire set bale, posts for pierced ears with safety clips, TDW 1.29ct, TSW 5.67ct, TCW 7.40ct.
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An 18ct white gold and diamond pendant, the diamond encrusted double tear drop set with baguette and round brilliant cut diamonds, suspended from a diamond set bale, together with a white gold chain, TDW 0.90ct.
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A 15ct gold full hunter pocket watch, stem wind, seconds dial, 15ct gold dust cover, monogram to front and back, 85.43gm including movement.
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Rolex 'Coke' Oyster GMT-Master II wristwatch, stainless steel case and strap showing very little wear, Coke bezel insert- model- 16710 ( 'F' Serial ) with papers dating to 2006 sold by Partridge Jewellers Wellington. In original box with papers and swing tag, base of outer card box only. With original purchase receipt and 2019 service and repair confirmation.
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A brass cased carriage clock, corniche case with fluted pilasters, white enamel dial. Height 15 cm
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A large gilt brass carriage clock, corniche case with fluted pilasters, repeater movement, white enamel dial with Roman numerals, Breguet style hands, gong striking. Striking spring requires attention. Height 19 cm including handle Provenance: The Beverley Allen Collection
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