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LOT 2183
Gemstone Collection
20TH CENTURY AD.
3/8 - 1 in. (25.1 grams total, 11-25 mm).
Mainly discoid and ellipsoid plaques in carnelian and other materials, with incuse images including profile bust, perching bird and others; after the antique. [10, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market.
Property of a North London, UK, gentleman.
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Large Stuart Period Gold 'Let Your Life Show Your Love' Posy Ring
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With rounded outer face; legend to the inner face in italic script 'Let your life show your love' with 'long s'. 5.29 grams, 22.15 mm overall, 19.24 mm internal diameter (approximate size British T, USA 9 1/2, Europe 21.26, Japan 2)
From the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968. -
Terracotta Figure Group
20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
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London art market, 1990s. -
Gold Ring with Carnelian Cabochon
Circa 16th-17th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £445
The hoop carinated, kidney-shaped cabochon held in a claw setting with engraved scalloped border. 8.65 grams, 27.52 mm overall, 16.86 mm internal diameter (approximate size British L, USA 5 3/4, Europe 11.24, Japan 10)
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection.
