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Jewellery, Decorative & Fine Arts Auction — Cordy's

Auction House:Cordy'sNumber of lots recorded:283
Sale Title:Jewellery, Decorative & Fine Arts AuctionLots with images:283
Auction Location:AucklandPrices available:197
Date:8-Nov-2022
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An estate 10ct gold and cameo ring, the lozenge form cameo of a classical woman in a rub over mount, she is wearing a delicate silver chain necklace with a tiny diamond pendant.
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An estate 14ct white gold, aquamarine and diamond ring, four square facet cut aquamarines claw set in an engraved frame with a small round brilliant cut diamond to the centre, conforming engraving to the shoulders, (claws need attention).
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An 18ct white gold, aquamarine and diamond ring, a 5.84ct pear cut light blue aquamarine (lightly included), claw set and surrounded by a halo of modern round brilliant cut diamonds with further single cut diamond set to the split shoulders, TDW 0.48ct. Valuation and AIG gem report available.
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A 14k white gold black opal and diamond ring, the large 4.94ct oval cabochon black opal displaying play of colour, framed by a halo of diamonds, further diamonds set to the cross-over shoulders. Valuation and AIG gem report available.
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An Art Deco style 18ct gold aquamarine and diamond ring, the oval facet cut aquamarine in a pierced radiating design set with eight round brilliant cut diamonds, the white gold setting of elongated hexagonal form, yellow gold band.
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An 18ct white and yellow gold aquamarine and diamond Art Deco style ring, a cushion cut aquamarine surrounded by 14 round brilliant cut diamonds with a further two baguette cuts to the shoulders.
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A heavy 18ct white gold and citrine designer ring, the large square facet cut citrine (lemon quartz) of approx. 1.3 x 13.5 cm. Secured in a four pillar and claw setting with tapered rounded shoulders. 12.65gms.
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#A 14ct white gold aquamarine and diamond double halo ring, a 1.04ct heart cut, greyish-blue, aquamarine (minor eye visible inclusions), claw set and surrounded by a double halo of round brilliant cut diamonds, with further diamonds to the split shoulders, (0.31ct TDW, j-k colour, si2-i2 clarity. Ring size j 1/2.
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#A 14ct rose gold tanzanite and diamond vintage style dress ring, a 0.91ct pear cut, purplish-blue, tanzanite (very minor eye visible inclusions), 3 claw set and surrounded by a halo of round brilliant cut diamonds with further diamonds set to the shoulders, (0.28ct TDW, J-K colour, SI2-I2 clarity), bead set in white gold. Ring Size N 1/2.
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#A 14ct white gold sapphire and diamond cocktail ring, nine marquise cut, royal blue, sapphires (1.44ct TSW, very minor eye visible inclusions), claw set and surrounded in a decorative border by sixteen round brilliant cut diamonds (0.18ct TDW, J-K colour, SI2-I2 clarity). Ring Size P.
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An 18ct white gold and diamond solitaire ring, the 1.02ct round brilliant cut diamond claw set, (Colour J-K, Clarity I2).
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A traditional 18ct and 1.04ct diamond solitaire ring, the 'Matthey' style coronet setting with 1.04ct diamond graded R-T brown tint, I2 with eight small diamonds set to the shoulders.
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An 18ct white gold and diamond ring, a 0.99ct pear cut light yellow diamond claw set in yellow gold and surrounded by a double halo of white round brilliant cut diamonds, the shoulders encrusted with round brilliant cut diamonds, with accent diamonds set into upswept scrolls under the mount, TDW 1.10ct (white diamonds), ring size O½. Valuation and GIA certificate available.
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An 18ct white gold and diamond dress ring, a 3.02ct cushion brilliant cut fancy yellow-brown diamond, (Clarity SI2),claw set with a 0.32ct pentagonal step cut diamond to each side, (Colour D-F, Clarity VVS-VS), TDW 3.67ct. Valuation and GIA report available.
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An 18ct white gold morganite and diamond dress ring, a 2.47ct pink morganite claw set and surrounded by a halo of round brilliant cut diamonds, with further diamonds set to the shoulders and scalloped mount, (Colour G-I, Clarity SI-I2), TDW 0.67ct.
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An 18ct gold, sapphire and diamond dress ring, the wide domed band encrusted with round brilliant cut diamonds and three brilliant cut dark blue sapphires, TDW 1.24ct.
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An 18ct gold and five stone diamond ring, five round brilliant cut diamonds rubover set in a substantial tapering band, TDW 0.85ct (approximately).
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An 18ct white gold and diamond cluster ring, a cluster of nine round brilliant cut diamonds set to the centre of a looping diamond set mount, with further diamonds set to the triple split shoulders, TDW 0.89ct.
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14ct gold, aquamarine and diamond double halo ring, a 2.26ct emerald cut, light greyish-blue, aquamarine (eye clean), claw set and surrounded by a double halo of sixty-four round brilliant cut diamonds (0.41ct TDW, J-K colour, SI2-I2 clarity), claw set in white gold. Ring Size M 1/2.
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#A 14ct white gold aquamarine and diamond vintage style ring, a 3.94ct oval cut, light greyish-blue, aquamarine (minor eye visible inclusions), double claw set and surrounded by a halo of round brilliant cut diamonds, with further diamonds embellishing the shoulders (0.64ct TDW, J-K colour, SI2-I2 clarity). Ring Size Q 1/2.
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#A 14ct rose gold aquamarine and diamond halo ring, a 4.02ct pear cut, light greyish-blue aquamarine (minor eye visible inclusions), 3 claw set and surrounded by a halo of round brilliant cut diamonds with further diamonds to the shoulders, (0.62ct TDW, J-K colour, SI2-I2 clarity), bead set in white gold. Ring Size N 1/2.
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#A 14ct gold aquamarine and diamond halo ring, a 1.72ct oval faceted cut, blue, aquamarine (slightly included), claw set and surrounded by a halo of round brilliant cut diamonds with further diamonds to the shoulders, (0.42ct TDW, J-L colour, SI2-I2 clarity). Ring Size P.
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#An 18ct rose gold morganite and diamond halo ring a 4.55ct rectangular cushion cut, medium pink, morganite (slightly included), 4 claw set and surrounded by a halo of round brilliant cut diamonds, with further diamonds set to the shoulders, (0.27ct TDW, I-K colour, SI1-I2 clarity). Ring Size M.
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18ct gold, jade and diamond ring, an oval jade cabochon claw set and surrounded by eighteen old cut diamonds; shank stamped Marcus & Co.
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A 9ct gold emerald and diamond cluster ring, the oval cut bright rich green emerald (included), claw set and surrounded by twenty-four round brilliant cut diamonds with a further five diamonds to each shoulder. Note: one claw requires repair
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An 18ct gold, sapphire and diamond cluster ring, a 1.50ct round cut dark blue sapphire claw set and surrounded by sixteen single cut diamonds, TDW 1.24ct.
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A hand-woven kilim runner, with eight conjoined medallions to the field, in grey and black tones. 250 x 77 cm
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A semi-antique Turkish hand knotted pictorial prayer rug, depicting Messina and Mecca, in two panels above the mihrab, with central chandelier flanked by supporting pillars. Geometric border between narrower zigzag and meander borders. Kilim guards. all wool construction. 185 x 114 cm
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A semi-antique Turkmen Ersari rug, hand knotted all wool construction, with central panels framed by multiple narrow borders outlining three principal borders, the outermost one incorporating animal motifs. 195 x 122 cm
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An antique Baluchi rug, hand knotted all wool construction, the field entirely decorated with serrated palmettes framed by a border of reciprocal triangular panels, in faded vegetable dyes.154 x 104 cm
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An antique Tekke ensi (door cover), hand knotted all wool construction, Turkmenistan, late 19th century, traditional geometric panelled patterns and borders. Some losses and wear. 163 x 133 cm
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An antique Baluchi rug, hand knotted all wool construction, the field entirely decorated with serrated palmettes framed by a border of reciprocal triangular panels.154 x 100 cm
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A hand knotted Turkoman rug, the field decorated with octagonal guls and multiple border guards. 238 x 182 cm.
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A large Turkish patchwork carpet, made up of various coloured geometric patterned kilims. 285 x 200 cm
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An Iranian hand knotted Kashan carpet, wool pile on cotton foundation, decorated with a central medallion on a field of lowering tendrils framed by palmette groups in the corners. Broad palmette and floral border. 307 x 248 cm
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Finely knotted Bukhara carpet, decorated with traditional geometric pattern. 295 x 200 cm
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An Iranian hand knotted Tabriz carpet, decorated with a central medallion on a floral field, framed by a meander border. 290 x 200 cm
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A long hand knotted Turkoman runner, decorated with two rows of octagonal guls and intermediary secondary guls, framed by a triple border. 580 x 81 cm
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A Kazak hand knotted rug, with fourteen palmettes issuing from a central medallion, on old indigo blue, step-sided field within tomato red quadrants patterned with geometric motifs. Meander, medallion and rosette borders. Macrame fringe. 212 x 155 cm.
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An Afghan Khamyab tribal carpet, hand knotted wool pile on cotton foundation, decorated with geometric stylised designs in dark deep reds and blacks. 300 x 200 cm
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Indo-Persian Kerman design hand knotted carpet, wool pile on cotton foundation, decorated with lotus flowers and palmettes issuing from vases, in soft colours on an old ivory tone ground, framed by a meander border of the same elements. 311 x 243 cm
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A vintage mahogany footstool, upholstered in a linen toile de jouy fabric, raised on cabriole legs with restrained fluting to the edge. 50 x 50 x 43 cm.
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A Victorian rosewood console hall table, shaped top with small central drawer, the substantial front legs with carved detail, shelf to base (top requires minor attention). 122 x 57.5 x 77 cm.
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A Georgian mahogany demi-lune flap top table, raised on four square section tapering reeded legs. 90 x 88 x 71 cm (when open).
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An Edwardian mahogany display vitrine table, glass top and sides, blind fret frame, raised on square section taper legs. 75 x 47 x 73 cm.
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A French style console table, the variegated serpentine marble top raised on an elaborate gilded base with scrolling stretcher and central floral urn. 92 x 41 x 82 cm.
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An Irish mahogany sofa table, the two frieze drawers with gilt metal handles, raised on barley twist tapering legs terminating in brass casters. 155 x 50 x 70 cm (open)
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A Regency mahogany cellarette, sarcophagus form, the interior with tin lined wine bottle compartments, raised on casters. 79 x 54 x 54 cm.
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An early 1900s French oak small chest of drawers, scalloped edged top, three drawers and apron all with carved floral detail, raised on cabriole legs, some sun fading to the top. 70 x 43 x 77 cm.
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A Victorian mahogany collectors cabinet, two panelled doors, the interior with seven full width drawers with recessed campaign type ring handles, raised on ogee bracket feet. 84 x 48 x 108 cm.
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A Victorian brass bound mahogany campaign chest by J. Shepherd, the top section with two short drawers above one full width drawer, two drawers to the base, recessed brass handles, corners and strap fittings. Raised on turned legs. The 2 halves of the chest are united by 4 lugs set into the top section. The backboards are made of stained pine and each section has a large painted stencil noting Est 1778 From J. Shepherd, Cabin Fitter, 90 Bishopsgate St., London. 91 x 45 x 104 cm
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A Victorian mahogany Wellington chest, seven drawers, locking mechanism in working order, raised on plinth base. 51 x 34 x 103 cm.
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A Victorian mahogany flat front five drawer chest, bun handles, raised on bun feet (sun faded). 107 x 51 x 103 cm.
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A mahogany Empire style armchair, carved fish detail to the arms and restrained decoration to the legs, upholstered in a gold velvet with upholstery nail detail and a separate seat cushion. 65 x 70 x 95 cm.
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A pair of early 18th century oak hall chairs, the backs with carved male figures, heads and stylised fish, wood seats, turned legs with front stretcher, some age cracks to seats. 47 x 37 x 110 cm.
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A Victorian oak hall seat, the back, sides and front entirely carved with scrolls, shells and floral motifs, the arms carved with mythical beasts to the front, lift up seat for storage. 123 x 48 x 103 cm.
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A small proportion 19th century oak coffer, the front with Jacobean style carved decoration, panelled lid. 975-43 x 65 cm.
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An early 18th century oak mule chest, panelled front and sides, two drawers to the base, age cracks to lid, automatically locks when lid is closed, good patina. 128 x 53 x 75 cm.
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An 18th century oak mule chest, panelled front and sides, three drawers to the base, quarter reeded columns to each side, raised on bracket feet (base boards inside require fixing in place). 153 x 56 x 83 cm.
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A Continental oak country coffer, plain design, plank top with clenched ends, raised on substantial square section legs. 145 x 63 x 72 cm.
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A small French fruit wood sideboard, two drawers over two panelled doors, one shelf to the interior, raised on plinth base and ogee style feet. 146 x 59 x 108 cm.
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An oak country refectory dining table, three plank top with clenched ends, substantial single support to each end. 191 x 74 x 76 cm.
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A Victorian oak Elizabethan style refectory draw leaf dining table, decorative carved frieze, raised on substantial cup and cover carved supports. 152 x 83 x 78 cm (when closed).
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A set of ten Victorian oak Charles II style dining chairs, includes two carvers, barley twist supports, cherubs and crown carved detail to the back and front stretcher, cane backs and seats (some seats require attention), the chairs with bespoke velvet covered hardwood seat inserts, raised on turned legs. 63 x 50 x 125 cm (carver).
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A 19th century oak high back sideboard the back entirely carved with lion heads and various motifs in the Jacobean manner, the base with confirming carved detail to the front and sides, the interior with one shelf, raised on plinth base and carved feet, (split to the top). 172 x 61 x 206 cm.
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A 19th century burr and figured walnut fireplace surround, with carved neoclassical busts surmounting the tapering pilasters. 175 x 121 cm
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A very large floor standing Japanese Arita vase, overall blue and white decoration, of two sections with fluted top, some professional repair. The ovoid base with gilded eagle and selected highlights. Height 173 cm. Provenance: Reputedly ex. the collection of Governor Sir George Grey. It is noted 'that he sent buyer's to Japan to purchase fine porcelain around the time of his term...'
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An 20th century Japanese black lacquer house shrine, the bi-fold doors with fancy brass hinges and lock opening to reveal a further gilded set of bi-fold doors with fine mesh and carved and pierced panels, drawers below. The interior with columns, tiers and compartments for sacred object. Note: These Japanese Buddhist house shrines are an exact reproduction of a full-size Buddhist temple. 58 x 50 x 147 cm.
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A near pair of Korean wedding chests, in black and maroon lacquer, oblong, with later glass tops to serve as occasional tables, largest 66 x 34 x 37 cm.
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An old Korean wooden chest, the exterior with iron hinges, handles and substantial lock, the interior with three drawers, candle box and large compartment, lined with old paper. 108 x 50 x 73 cm.
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A 20th century Chinese Buried Army terracotta warrior, standing in military armoured uniform. Note: The original army was made 210-209 BCE for the tomb of the first emperor of China with the purpose of protecting the emperor in his afterlife. Height 98 cm.
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A large and impressive antique style mirror, the ornate gilt frame decorated with shells, florals and scrolling motifs, bevelled glass. 162 x 133 cm.
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An ornate French style mirror, the gilded wood frame with scrolling leaves and florals, some losses. 118 x 67 cm.
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A 'Hollywood Regency' five branch chandelier, gilded leaves and branches climbing up the central column to a gilt rose. 53 x 68 cm.
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A late 18th, early 19th century Dutch bronze eight light chandelier, with eight Baroque scroll arms issuing from a dished centre suspended on four fixed chains from a domed ceiling rose. Drilled for electrical conversion, Diameter 80 cm
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A pair of massive architectural building exterior torchere lamps, wall mounted with square fret brackets supporting tapered octagonal lamps fitted to hold suitable glass shades. Height 65 cm. $800-1,600.
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A pair of classical Church Stone greyhound outdoor sculptures, the dogs in a compact seated pose. Height 77.5 cm. Repair to the base of one.
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A pair of Church Stone greyhounds, in lying position, on plinth base, good weathered patina. Length 70 cm.
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A pair of allegorical church stone garden cherubs, Spring and Summer, each raised on plinth base. Height 110 cm.
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A pair of allegorical church stone garden cherubs, Autumn and Winter, each raised on plinth base. Height 110 cm.
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A classical Church Stone garden bench, the rectangular top upon two supports each with back-to-back winged animal pedestals. Length 124 cm
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A pair of cast iron greyhounds, in elegant crouching pose with forelegs crossed, on plinth base, with verdigris patina finish. 100 x 35 x 60 cm.
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A large bronze statue of a young girl, holding a wrap around her body, hair in a bun, standing on a naturalistic bronze base. Height 126 cm.
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