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LOT 2079
Post Medieval Brass Ring with Chrysoberyl Gemstone
19TH-20TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 in. (10.31 grams, 36.00 mm overall, 17.40 x 19.00 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14)).
With openwork expanding hoop, floral detailing to shoulders, bezel with claw setting and inset ovoid gemstone displaying asterism. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of William Kearney.
From the property of a late Lincolnshire, UK, gentleman.
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Stuart Period Bronze Four-Way Seal Matrix
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Comprising four trumpet-shaped arms radiating from a central cube, each with a discoid head; motifs comprising: an agnus dei (lamb and flag), a two-headed spread eagle, a stag passant, a cockerel, each in a beaded border. 26.2 grams, 39 mm
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Silver Memento Mori Skull Pomander
17th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £6,240
Hollow-formed with openwork eyes and nasal cavity, hinge beneath the lower jaw which opens to reveal six compartments with internal 'lid' engraved with the names of six fragrances: 'Rosen, Citron, Schlag, Rosmarin, Negeln, and Canel', the other side to contain a sponge soaked in the perfumed oils and spices, a short length of chain suspended from the top of the skull. 25.4 grams, 38 mm
Private collection, UK. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.13004-246014.
Originally a talisman to ward off sickness and noxious odours, this item of jewellery could be worn around the neck or suspended from a belt. The Pomander scent carrier, with chambers for the herbs and spices, was popular in England and on the continent during the 16th and 17th centuries. Intended to protect the wearer from sickness, it was designed to be worn around the neck or waist on a rope by wealthy aristocrats. -
Reproduction Bronze Corinthian Helmet
20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £2,600
With deep nasal and cheek-guards, pelletted bands to the rim; casting seam. 4.69 kg, 21.5 cm
From a private Tyneside collection, formed since the early 2000s.
