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LOT 0365
Stuart Gold 'I Hope for the Best' Posy Ring
1600-1700 A.D.
3/4 in. (2.42 grams, 19.66 mm overall, 17.76 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14)).
With carinated profile, running tendrils to outer face; inner face with legend in seriffed capitals 'x PAR x MELIO x SPERO' (I hope for the best).
ProvenanceFound whilst searching with a metal detector in Suffolk, UK, on 1st March 2020.
Declared as Treasure and disclaimed by the crown with Treasure reference no.2020 T424; and recorded by the British Museum's Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) with report no.SF-0DE329.
Accompanied by a copy of the report on find of Potential Treasure for HM Coroner.
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Russian Orthodox Enamelled Bronze Travel Icon with Saint Nicholas
19th century A.D.Estimate: £300 - 400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £150
Representing Saint Nicholas of Mira, with a Gospel in his left hand and making the gesture of blessing with his right, dressed as a bishop, with sticharion, covered by omophorion, and surmounted by an epitrachelion, all embroidered with crosses; the saint flanked by Jesus and Virgin Mary, Christ holding the Gospel, Mary the bishop’s epitrachelion; Cyrillic inscriptions 'Saint Nikolaos the Wonderworker (СВЯТЫЙ НИКОЛА ЧУДОТВОРЕЦ), Iesus Christos (ΙΣ ΧC) and Mother of God (ΜΡ ΘΥ)' on the enamelled background. 341 grams, 12.1 cm
Acquired from Chris Martin-Zakheim, Iconastas, 5 Piccadilly Arcade, London SW1. From the private collection of a West London, UK, gentleman, formed since the early 2000s.
The icon features meticulous craftsmanship typical of Orthodox iconography. The enamel colors, despite the passage of time, retain their vibrant intensity, highlighting the key elements of the depicted images. The refined details and use of enamel give depth and luminosity to the icon, making it a precious example of the Russian Orthodox tradition. -
Post Medieval 'Parker Family' Oak Heraldic Shield
Circa 19th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £8
With raised border, comprising three advancing hinds, fess with three broad arrow heads, pointing downwards, possibly for the Parker family. 287 grams, 21 cm
Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a Nottinghamshire, UK, gentleman. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
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Chinese Style Enamelled Silver-Coloured Metal Pendant Necklace
20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
Comprising an oval pendant set with a red cabochon, enamelled flower above, reverse with Chinese stamp for 'silver', clasp ring hallmarked '925'. 23 grams, 54 cm
From the family collection of a Hampstead gentleman; formerly acquired in the 1980s.
