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LOT 2277
Bedouin Silver-Coloured Metal Ring Group
20TH CENTURY A.D.
1 - 1 1/4 in. (97 grams total, 26-31 mm).
Each with a cell to the bezel, inset stone with incuse design. [10, No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx North West London, UK, collection, 2000s.
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Large Natural Pink Sapphire in 24 Carat Gold Mughal Ring
Burma, circa 18th century A.D.Estimate: £12,000 - 17,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £6,000
Comprising a solid round-section ring with a large, rectangular bezel set with a vibrant pink sugarloaf-shaped sapphire. 20.3 grams, 33.21 mm overall, 16.21x17.28 mm internal diameter (approximate size British M 1/2, USA 6 1/4, Europe 13.09, Japan 12)
From the private collection of Lord Ian Balfour, author of 'Famous Diamonds'; received by gift to the present owner circa 2001. Accompanied by a copy of a Gemmological Certification Services lab report invoice no.41731. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.13268-251909.
According to the GCS report, there is no indication of heating, and they have estimated the weight of the sapphire to be between 10 and 20 carats. Subsequent CT scanning has confirmed that the weight of the sapphire is 16.3 carats. -
Western Asiatic Style Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace String
20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
Composed of large coin-shaped feature beads interspersed with cylindrical beads and granulated metal collars, a large drop-shaped pendant at the centre; restrung. 30.5 grams, 35.5 cm
Ex London, UK, art market 1990s. -
Indian Engraved Brass Bowl
20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £7
With tendrils below the rim and quatrefoil panels with seated figures. 195 grams, 11.9 cm wide
Acquired by the vendor's father on the UK art market before 1990. Acquired on the UK art market.
