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LOT 1893
Georgian and Other Copper-Alloy Artefact Group
CIRCA 15TH-20TH CENTURY A.D.
3/8 - 2 1/2 in. (269 grams total, 11-64 mm).
Comprising: bells; buckles; decorative fittings and mounts; thimble; heart-shaped mount; ring stamped '925'; together with other miscellaneous items. [26, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Wiltshire, UK.
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Tudor Gold Double-Banded Love Ring
Circa 16th-17th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £520
Composed of a broad hoop with gusseted rose-gold equator. 8.29 grams, 22.63 mm overall, 19.57 mm internal diameter (approximate size British T 1/2, USA 9 3/4, Europe 21.89, Japan 21)
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection. -
Embroidery Sampler
Dated 1831 A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
Framed and glazed with wire for suspension to the reverse; the sampler reads: 'Religion should our thoughts engage / Amidst our youthful bloom / Twill fit us for declining age / and for the awful tomb / Frances Todd / Aged 11 years / 1831'. 1.6 kg, 47 x 39 cm
Acquired on the UK art market. East Anglian private collection.
This verse is quoted from 'Religion Is The Chief Concern', from John Fawcett's, Hymns Adapted to the Circumstances of Public Worship and Private Devotion, 1782. -
Tudor Silver Cosmetic Tool
16th century A.D.Estimate: £150 - 200 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £80
Comprising a hooked toothpick and a miniature spoon used as an ear scoop, serrated surface between used as a file; suspension ring. 2.3 grams, 51 mm
Fine condition.
Acquired in London in 1985. Property of a Kent gentleman.
