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LOT 2011
Post Medieval Silver Signet Ring
17TH-18TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (14.43 grams, 25.09 mm overall, 19.19 mm internal diameter (approximate size British S, USA 9, Europe 20, Japan 19)).
With slightly plano-convex hoop and ribbed underside to the discoid bezel, face with raised rim and incuse motif of a heater shield surmounted by a crown with ivy-leaves; shield depicting a tower attacked by two assailants on scaling-ladders; possibly German workmanship.
ProvenanceAcquired 1960s-1990s.
Late Alison Barker collection, a retired London barrister.
Cf. Dalton, O.M., The Franks Bequest Catalogue of Finger Rings, London, 1912, plate X, items 619, 566, for type.
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Post Medieval Stoneware Bottle Group
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Including 'J.S. Eyre & Co. Launceston', 'Boreland & Weightman Braamfontein' and other types. 3.8 kg total, 11.5-21.7 cm high
Acquired UK market. Ian Roper collection. -
Seljuk Style Gold Ring with Glass Cabochon
20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £468
Ellipsoid bezel with claw setting for a polychrome glass bead, lion motif to the underside, stud beneath the hoop; glass cabochon possibly an ancient glass bead made by folding melting glass. 6.63 grams, 30.60 mm overall, 18.57 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 16)
Acquired by the vendor's father on the UK art market, before 1990. -
Post Medieval Glazed Ceramic Tile Group
17th-18th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
Mainly displaying figural and landscape scenes, with damage. 2.2 kg total, 12.6 x 12.6 - 13 x 13.2 cm
Acquired 1960s-1990s. Late Alison Barker collection, a retired London barrister.
