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Jewellery, Antique & Fine Arts Auction — Cordy's

Auction House:Cordy'sNumber of lots recorded:342
Sale Title:Jewellery, Antique & Fine Arts AuctionLots with images:318
Auction Location:AucklandPrices available:272
Date:13-Jul-2021
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A Japanese Meiji period vase modelled as an ikebana basket, of square section baluster shape with basket weave ground, with high relief cast and chiselled decoration to the faces including a cicada and nymph on a pea pod and tendril. Other sides include flowers, insects, a spider and a snail. Slender bamboo sections form the feet, the two handles, and frame the body margins. Cast three-character signature under the base, height 32.5 cm.
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A 19th century rosewood scroll weight, the rectangular bar form with rounded ends and grooved sides, the bronzed white metal top with two shishi amongst scrolls, length 24 cm.
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An uncommon old Japanese carved and painted processional dragon head, with fearsome snarl, articulated lower jaw. Painted red, black and gilt. Removable ears and top spike finial. 65 x 35 x 48 cm. As used in festivities where multiple performers move the sinuous dragon.
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A 19th century Japanese black lacquer locking tansu chest, the five various drawers secured by a locking bar, single door, with fancy iron lock and fittings. 51.5 x 30.5 x 53 cm. With keys
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An Indo-Persian bronze vase, wrythen fluted spherical body with trumpet mouth and spreading foot decorated with lotus bands, height 33 cm
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A large collection of 31 old bronze Burmese opium weights, graduating size and weights, each of traditional quadruped bird form, in Burmese finely carved deep red lacquered box.
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A good late 19th century French Art Nouveau silver gilt and glass twin compartment scent bottle, the hinged lid with large oval red stone cabochon enclosing twin fitting glass lids, the flattened oval twin section body with stylish silver gilt base mount, height 8.8 cm.
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A good late 19th century French Art Nouveau silver and glass scent bottle, embossed cylindrical hinged lid, swollen facetted square section body, diamond cut foot and top, the ground glass stopper slightly misfitting, height 12 cm.
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A late 19th century French silver and glass Art Nouveau lidded vanity jar, the silver lid with repousse embossed florals, the compressed body with lobed and engraved detail. Diameter 10.5 cm.
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A pair of George III silver framed spectacles, adjustable folding arms. Sheffield 1811 by T.W.
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A good George III silver meat skewer, traditional diamond section tapered form, the ring handle with restrained bright engraving. Clear marks for London 1790 by George Smith (III) & William Fearn. 84gm, length 32.5 cm.
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A George III small silver calling card tray, oval form with engraved decoration, raised on four simple feet, London 1794 by Henry Chawner. 133gm.
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A Victorian silver tray, rectangular form with chamfered corners, engraved decoration, gadrooned rim, raised on four ornate feet, Sheffield 1886 by James Dixon & Sons Ltd. 800gm.
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A quality pair of George III silver waiters, bead edged, raised on the three anthemion moulded feet. London 1775 by Robert Jones & John Scofield. Both engraved with coat of arms for the Irish family MacDermot: argent on a chevron gules between three boars' heads erased azure three cross crosslets. Crested: a demi-lion rampant azure holding in the dexter paw a sceptre crowned or. Motto: Honor et virtus. Diameter 20.5 cm. 680gm. Provenance: Purchased David Cooke Antiques 1985 for $3500, copy of receipt…
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A good 61-piece 19th century double struck Queen's pattern cutlery set, with Union shell heel, comprising: 12 tablespoons, 9 table forks, 12 dessert spoons, 12 dessert forks, 2 ladles and 2 mustard spoons. London assay, dates between 1835-1845, all by Joseph and Albert Savory. Total weight approx. 5000gm
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A pair of Victorian Queen's pattern silver fish servers, pierced engraved blade, Sheffield 1847 by Aaron Hadfield. 295gm.
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A George III silver serving spoon, Old English pattern, the bowl with remains of gilt, crested with a fierce animal. London 1786 by Thomas Wallis II. 102gm.
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A heavy and impressive early Victorian silver serving spoon, double struck King's pattern. London 1838 by Charles Lias. 193gm.
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Four George III silver tablespoons, with original gilt finish, with acanthus style decoration to the bowls and handles, London 1801 by Fuller white. 217gm.
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Six silver dinner forks, fiddle pattern, three Victorian and one Georgian, various dates and makers. 334gm.
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A Victorian silver tea caddy spoon, fiddle and thread pattern with shell bowl, London 1849 by Chawner & Co (George William Adams).
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A George II silver mug, baluster form, round spreading foot, plain scroll handle, original gilded interior and with later Victorian embossed decoration, Newcastle 1749 by John Langlands. 407gm.
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A pair of early 1900s silver long stem bonbon dishes, round pierced decorated bowls, spreading foot, Birmingham 1911 by Mappin & Webb. 217gm.
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An early 1900s silver trophy bowl, octagonal form, decorated rim, Birmingham 1912 by a & J Zimmerman Ltd. 466gm.
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A pair of early 1900s silver candlesticks, in the form of Corinthian columns, square stepped foot, weighted base, Sheffield 1911 by William Hutton & Sons Ltd.
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A Victorian silver tea caddy, bombe shape, the exterior profusely embossed, the lid with a pagoda knop, raised on four scrolling feet, Birmingham 1851 by Elkington & Co Ltd. 391gm.
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A Victorian silver mustard pot, scalloped base, ornate scrolling handle, the exterior engraved with ribbons and wreaths, replacement blue liner, London 1865 by William Evans.
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A Victorian silver teapot, baluster octagonal form, the exterior profusely engraved, fruit and leaf knop to lid, ivory heat rings to handle, London 1845 by William Ker Reid. 605gm.
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Frederick Hart (American 1943-99), 'Grace of Motion', Lucite sculpture, artist's proof 4/40, sculpted with authorization of the U.S. Olympic Committee, in celebration of the Centennial of the modern Olympics and the 1996 Atlanta, Georgia Olympic Games. Copyright dated 1991 and inscribed Fal A.P.IV C, height 42.5 cm
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Frederick Hart (American 1943-99), 'Heroic Spirit', Lucite sculpture, based on the Olympic motto 'Faster, Stronger, Higher', artist's proof 4/40, sculpted with authorization of the U.S. Olympic Committee, in celebration of the Centennial of the modern Olympics and the 1996 Atlanta, Georgia Olympic Games. Copyright dated 1991 and inscribed Fal A.P.IV C, height 66 cm. With lithograph of the working drawing for the sculpture, AP4/85, signed, dated 1993 and presentation inscribed by the artist 60 x 45 cm.
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A 20th century classical bronze figure group of two children signed Aug (Auguste) Moreau, standing in embrace, raised on a round mottled red and brown marble base, height 49 cm.
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A George III silver pair cased pocket watch, the white enamel dial with Roman numerals, apparently working, with key, London 1794 by Charles Saffell.
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A George III silver pair cased pocket watch, the white enamel dial with Arabic numerals, the fancy back plate engraved 'Goldsmith Liverpool', the case Birmingham 1815 by William Ryley, a noted case maker, the outer pair case Birmingham 1813 with multiple watch papers
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A 19th century 18ct yellow gold enamelled pocket watch, the open face with radiating engraved dial, the back with floral and leafy coloured enamel decoration, key wind. Diameter 3.5 cm.
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A lady's modern Omega Seamaster stainless steel wristwatch, rhodium-plated finish, blue dial, named and detailed 120m, date aperture at 3 o'clock. Quartz movement, battery requiring service.
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A gent's Omega de Ville Co-Axial chronometer wristwatch, automatic movement in working order, black alligator leather strap.
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A vintage Omega Seamaster triple calendar kk40 cosmos, stainless steel case. First issued 1996. Original solid link bracelet and hidden clasp. A tidy example in good condition.
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A vintage Omega Seamaster auto chronometer wristwatch, indigo blue dial, steel and 18ct yellow gold case and bracelet with spare link. In good working order.
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A c.1970 Omega chronograph Seamaster, automatic movement, gold plated case, later bracelet strap. Working.
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A combination desk top clock-barometer, with white enamel dials, housed in oval cases raised on a white onyx plinth base and surmounted by a ring handle, the barometer backed by a Fahrenheit thermometer. Width 135.4 cm.
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A 19th century French rococo ormolu mantel clock, the scrolling ornamental case surmounted with a lyre playing young boy, the white enamel dial with Roman numerals, with key and pendulum, some chips to the dial. 24 x 37 cm.
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A 19th century ornate French bronze and ormolu mantel clock, the case and bracket of sinuous leafy scrolls, floral pediment. The gilt dial with white enamelled blue Roman numerals, named indistinctly 'Phill.A. Paris', the quality French movement striking on a bell, c.1860, height 41 cm. With pendulum and keys. 1994 valuation available.
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A 19th century French marble and gilt mantel clock, the marble base with four pillars with gilt vines twining around each column, supporting a marble platform surmounted by a gilt cased clock, the white enamel dial with Arabic numerals and flowering swags, a marble and gilt urn rests on top of the clock, with key and pendulum. 22 x 12 x 45 cm.
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A large vintage double sided station clock, the circular case painted black, the white dial with black Roman numerals. With bracket and fittings for verandah/ceiling mounting
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An early 20th century 18ct yellow gold propelling pencil, by Sampson Mordan & Co., pull extension, plain form. 15gm.
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A c.1900 rolled gold sovereign case, by Dennison & Co. Faint remains of presentation Lodge engraving.
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A c.1900 18ct rose gold stamp holder, formed as an envelope. 12.6gm.
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A good fancy 18ct yellow gold chalcedony engraved seal, leaf and berry mount, pale chalcedony panel engraved with lion passant below a 'Beware' ribbon flagged.
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A 19th century 15ct yellow gold decorative fob seal, the pale chalcedony panel unengraved. 10gm.
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A pair of 9ct rose gold vintage cufflinks, plain lozenge and oval panel forms. 6gm.
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A gold coin and diamond pendant, the centre claw-set with 1973 22k 1 Rand gold coin, in 18ct white gold frame set with 16 diamonds with a further 2 to the bale, all of modern brilliant cut with total weight of 1.50cts or more. In original box.
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An 1875 Dutch 10 Guilder gold coin, in 15ct gold mount from which the coin can be released without damage. 8.37gm.
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A heavy 18ct yellow gold and diamond set African mask pendant, the 0.36ct modern brilliant cut diamond colour H-I, clarity VS2. 16.22gm. Valuation available, chain not included.
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A good vintage 9ct rose gold pounamu and tiki mask ring, the rectangular nephrite panel with applied tiki mask, flanked by shoulders of stylised Maori figures holding the central panel aloft. 7.3gm. Large size.
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A c.1900 9ct yellow gold diamond ruby and pounamu hinged bangle, the central angular bar set with three rubies and two old cut diamonds, scroll and bead highlights, a pounamu small heart suspended.
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An uncommon early 20th century 9ct yellow gold and pounamu hanged bangle, the central oval nephrite panel flanked by two large nephrite beads terminating the bands.
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A vintage pounamu pendant, tapered ovals section form, 9ct jump ring suspension attached.
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A 19th century 9ct gold memorial brooch, black enamel and seed pearl band framing the plaited hair panel.
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A late 19th century vulcanite carved portrait brooch, high relief in profile, the figure wearing a winged helmet, length 8.7 cm. Minor fault.
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A c1900 carved amber cross, swollen lobed ends, displaying good dark swirling inclusions to the fairly clear ground. 9ct gold bail suspension, height 7.5 cm.
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A 14ct white gold pink sapphire and diamond drop pendant, three oval/pear cut fancy purplish-pink-purple/vivid pink sapphires (clarity - minor eye visible inclusions), claw set, each surrounded by round brilliant cut diamonds, TSW 2.55ct, TDW 0.29 (colour J-K, clarity SI2-I2).
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A 14ct white gold sapphire and diamond pendant, a small marquise cut greenish-blue sapphire (eye clean), bezel set with four round cut Royal Blue sapphires (eye clean), and five pear cut Royal Blue sapphires (eye clean), set to an open work frame with four round brilliant cut diamonds, suspended from a diamond and sapphire bale, TSW 1.97ct, TDW 0.27ct (colour H-I, clarity SI1-SI2).
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A 14ct rose gold sapphire diamond and pearl pendant, a 0.33ct pear cut Royal Blue sapphire (eye clean), claw set, and surrounded by sixteen round brilliant cut diamonds (colour H-J, clarity SI1), a 0.04ct round brilliant cut diamond (colour H, clarity SI1), and a 1 cm cultured, near round pearl (pink with purple/silver overtones, very slightly blemished, medium lustre), suspended from the diamond set sapphire, TDW 0.10ct.
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A single strand cultured pearl necklace, of thirty-seven 9.9.5 cm - 12.8.1 cm cultured near round pearls (light pink/peach/purple with green/grey overtones, very slightly blemished with medium nacre and lustre), the 14ct gold clasp set with four round brilliant cut diamonds.
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A pearl emerald and diamond necklace, a single strand of forty 10.5 cm - 11.5 cm pearls (near round, white, pink and silver lustre, slightly pitted) with a 4.61ct heart shaped Columbian emerald claw set in a double halo of round brilliant cut diamonds to the centre of the pearls (0.72ct TDW, colour I-J, clarity SI1-SI2), the round 14ct white gold ball clasp set with four small diamonds.
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An 18ct yellow gold garnet and diamond handmade necklace, the round cluster pendant includes nine pear cut garnets framing the cognac modern round brilliant diamond of 0.30ct, on diamond set bail and necklace of gold links and repeating faceted garnet beads. TDW of 0.68ct.
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An impressive double multi strand pearl necklace, the pair of necklaces joining to make one larger with 38 modern round brilliant diamonds set to the 18ct yellow gold barrel form clasps, TDW 1.50cts. Each necklace of fourteen 38.5 cm length strands of freshwater cultured pearls. Can be worn separately as together.
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A 1 oz 22ct yellow gold and 1.00ct diamond pendant, the half round tapered pendant with seven modern brilliant diamonds set to the shoulder, stamped to the reverse and numbered '1 carat. Diameter 1 ounce 22ct gold No.34'. In original box monogrammed and named 'Exclusive'.
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A 1 oz 22ct yellow gold and 1.00ct diamond pendant, the half round tapered pendant with seven modern brilliant diamonds set to the shoulder, stamped to the reverse and numbered '1 carat. Diameter 1 ounce 22ct gold No.34'. In original box monogrammed and named 'Exclusive'.
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A 1 oz 22ct yellow gold and 1.00ct diamond pendant, the half round tapered pendant with seven modern brilliant diamonds set to the shoulder, stamped to the reverse and numbered '1 carat. Diameter 1 ounce 22ct gold No.34'. In original box monogrammed and named 'Exclusive'.
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An 18ct and diamond pendant, the 0.26ct modern brilliant cut diamond set to the lower loop of the plain open pendant. On silver chain.
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An 18ct white gold diamond and pearl pendant, the large grey south Seas pearl of dia. 12.2 cm below a looping and scroll pendant set with 27 brilliant diamonds of 0.29ct and 13 baguette diamonds of 0.12ct. Plated chain.
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An 8ct gold neck chain set with Roman type coin, the graduated flat curb link chain with 9ct parrot beak clasp, the circular coin possibly silver. Total weight 66.9gm.
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An 18ct yellow gold multi fine link chain, with three pairs of bar and link fittings, parrot beak clasp. 21.1gm, length 40 cm.
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9ct Albert chain with 15ct fob seal. 41.3G, an early 20th century 9ct gold Albert chain of decorative links with t-bat and unengraved seal attached. 41.3gm.
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A 9ct rose gold curb link chain, solid cast uniform curb links, parrot beak clasp, length 52 cm. 68.65gm.
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A stylish early 20th century 9ct yellow gold moonstone and gemstone necklace, set with nine pendant moonstone drops highlighted with an amethyst and two red (ruby) stones.
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A vintage 32 citrine necklace, the continuous row of graduating oval facet cut citrines mounted and linked with silver gilt fittings. Push in clasp, length 43.5 cm.
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An early 20th century 9ct yellow gold and citrine bracelet, uncommonly with seven graduating faceted heart form citrines in claw set mounts and S-scroll links.
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A 22ct gold framed encased buddha pendant, the domed glass encasing the seated white metal buddha, height 3.5 cm
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A c1900 9ct rose gold mounted finely painted portrait brooch, the young woman looking over her right shoulder, her jewels include a gem set headband. Enclosed 9ct gold back, height 4.5 cm.
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A c1900 9ct 3 Graces cameo brooch, the plain gold frame with rub-over mount, height 4.7 cm.
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An Edwardian 9ct gold bug brooch, the body and wings set with pearls and a small facet cut sapphire in yellow gold, attached to the centre of a rose gold bar, in original box.
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An Edwardian 15ct gold lizard brooch, the body set with seed pearls, rubies and diamonds, the eyes of small emeralds, with safety chain and in original box.
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A 9ct gold retro brooch, the circular form set with small textured gold bars, rubies and pearls.
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A 9ct gold and diamond hinged bangle, the top pave set with eighty-one single cut diamonds, push clasp with safety catch, TDW 0.50ct.
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A 9ct white gold and diamond tennis bracelet, fifty round brilliant cut diamonds claw set, push clasp with safety catches, TDW 2.20ct.
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An 18ct white gold and diamond tennis bracelet, the fifty-five round brilliant cut diamonds (colour F-G, clarity VS-SI1), claw set, push clasp with safety catches, TDW 5.00ct.
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A 14ct white gold diamond tennis bracelet, a single row of forty-seven round brilliant cut diamonds, TDW 6.52ct, push clasp with safety catch.
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An 18ct white gold and diamond tennis bracelet, the 50 in-line row of round brilliant diamonds of TDW 2.05ct. Each in a round bezel setting. Concealed tongue clasp with twin safety catch.
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An early 20th century 18ct yellow gold and 17 ruby set hinged bangle, set in a row to the top, scroll carved band.
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A 9ct yellow gold curb link bracelet, the large cast links with padlock clasp. 36.20gm.
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A pair of 14ct white gold sapphire and diamond hoop earrings, each earring set with nine round cut Royal Blue sapphires (eye clean), shared-claw set with ten round brilliant cut diamonds (colour H-I, clarity SI2-I1), TSW 1.33ct, TDW 1.02ct, lever back closures.
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A pair of 14ct white gold sapphire and diamond drop earrings, each earring set with a 0.93 oval faceted cut, pink sapphire (moderate inclusions), claw set, and surrounded by round brilliant cut diamonds, suspended from a diamond set rod, posts for pierced ears, TSW 1.87ct, TDW 0.33ct (colour G-K, clarity Si-SI2).
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A pair of 14ct white gold sapphire and diamond drop earrings, each earring set with a 0.31ct round brilliant cut diamond (colour H-J, clarity I1), claw set, and surrounded by ten round cut, dark blue sapphires (eye clean), suspended from a sapphire set hook and clip for pierced ears, TSW 2.32ct, TDW 0.62ct.
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A pair of 14ct rose gold diamond hoop earrings, each earring set with thirteen round brilliant cut diamonds (colour J-N, clarity SI1-I1), hinged with post for pierced ears, TDW 1.95ct.
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A pair of 14ct white gold tanzanite and diamond double halo stud earrings, each earring set with a 1.50ct oval cut, violet blue tanzanite (moderate-heavy inclusions), claw set, and surrounded by a double halo of round brilliant cut diamonds (colour G-H, clarity Si-I2), posts for pierced ears, TTW 3.01ct, TDW 0.81ct.
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A pair of 14ct rose gold diamond stud earrings, each earring set with a 0.99ct princess cut diamonds, posts for pierced ears TDW 1.99ct (colour I-J, clarity I1-I2).
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A pair of 14ct yellow gold Columbian emerald and diamond earrings, each earring set with a 0.59ct emerald cut blue-green Columbian emerald (eye visible inclusions), claw set and surrounded by twenty round brilliant cut diamonds (colour G-H, clarity SI2-I2), hooks for pierced ears, Tew 1.18ct, TDW 0.22ct.
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A pair of 14ct rose gold diamond and ruby drop chain earrings, each earring with two diamond and ruby drops suspended from a diamond set bale, posts for pierced ears, Trw 1.00ct, TDW 0.31ct (colour I-J, clarity SI1-SI2).
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