Bactrian Style Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace String

Composed of a slender hoop with ornamental shoulders, scallops and pellets to the oblong box bezel, set with a cut and polished diamond; traces of black enamel remaining to the lower half and base of the bezel; the diamond believed to be: VS 1, colour H. 2.44 grams, 22.59 mm overall, 15.44 mm internal diameter (approximate size British J, USA 4 3/4, Europe 8.69, Japan 8)



From an early 20th century family collection. Acquired by a London gentleman in the 1930s, thence by descent. From the private collection of a Kent, UK, lady. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.11910-206607.

Bell krater with stepped disc foot an broad rounded rim, two lateral loop handles; painted designs to the body: Side A - a nude satyr fleeing, carrying a musical instrument; Side B - two courtly ladies advancing each wearing a himation and stephane, one hand extended, the leading lady looking backwards towards the other; after the antique. 3.8 kg, 42 cm high



From a family collection formed in the 1970s-1980s. From the Inglismaldie Castle estate, Angus, Scotland, by descent to the current owner.

Discoid plaque with impressed Tudor rose motif; short brass pin to reverse. 7.1 grams, 33 mm



Found on the Thames foreshore, London, UK. From a North London, UK, collection. Ex Simmons Gallery, London E11, UK, in the 1990s.