Ancient Art, Antiquities, Books, Natural History, Stamps & Coins

Flat-section hoop and integral ellipsoid plaque, stamped fleur-de-lys motif eccentrically placed. 3.82 grams, 23.13 mm overall, 20.02 mm internal diameter (approximate size British S 1/2, USA 9 1/4, Europe 20.63, Japan 19)



From the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent. Accompanied by the original collector's data sheet(s) with reference no.A19.

Comprising seven domed cabochons, each polished to resemble an 'eye'. 8.13 grams total, 11-16 mm



From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.

Composed of coin-shaped and tubular beads interspersed with metal spacers, restrung. 31.7 grams, 47.5 cm



Acquired in the 1990s-early 2000s. Ex London, UK, collection.

Comprising three thimbles: the largest with a plain band stamped with 'G' and engraved with initials '*D*I*'; the second largest with a decorative band on the lower edge with a plain shield; the smallest with a decorative band to the lower edge resembling pinecones, and a plain shield. 11.15 grams total, 16-26 mm



Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a Lancashire, UK, collector.

Oval orange carnelian gem showing two goats, one resting on top of a large stone while the other is standing against another boulder. 1.66 grams, 17 mm



UK private collection, acquired on the English art market in the 2000s.

Composed of small annular turquoise and other stone beads. 4.6 grams, 36 cm



Acquired in the 1990s. Ex London, UK, collection.

Buff-coloured reproduction paper poster with coloured image of a child sitting dejectedly wearing oversized clothes and wooden clogs; titled '5Ces Le Journal 5Ces / publie Le Coupable - Roman inédit de François Coppée'; blind stamp and printer's lateral note 'Imp. Charles Verneau, 14 Rue Oberfampf, Paris (Déposé)' and at bottom left 'Les Maîtres de l'Affich Pl.134 / Imprimerie Chaix / (Encres Lorilleux & Cie.)'. 47 grams, 39.9 x 29 cm



Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a Harwich, UK, collector.

Group of five coins soldered together and with hinge and catch fittings with a pin to the reverse. 21 grams, 62 mm



From a UK collection. Property of a London, UK, antiquarian.

Mixed group of items, including an intaglio, a commemorative coin celebrating the royal wedding of Diana and Charles, a half crown, a furniture mount, and others. 994 grams total, 1-25.5 cm



Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a Suffolk, UK, gentleman.

Group of small annular turquoise and other stone beads. 4.6 grams, 36.2 cm



Acquired in the 1990s. Ex London, UK, collection.

Ovoid, fluted body with a narrow neck and a trefoil mouth, the handle formed as a nude youth grasping the tail of a lion resting on the rim. 543 grams, 11.3 cm



Property of a Nottinghamshire, UK, gentleman.

Both with two large arched loops for fingers; one with a triangular, the other with a rectangular striking peen; profile formed as a ship with pointed stern and the bow ending in a volute, engraved wave pattern along the hull; mounted on a custom-made display stand. 190 grams total, 18.5 cm wide including stand



German art market, before 2008. Accompanied by a copy of an Art Loss Register certificate no.S00014409.

These fire strikers represent one of the typical shapes during the 17th and 18th centuries. They were shaped with two bows and were often decorated with a series of ornamental strokes on the side.