19th Mar, 2022 9:30 GMT/BST
Fine Jewellery, Watches & Silver
2026
An Etruscan Revival Fibula Ram's Head Brooch
Circa 1880
of archaeological style, the fibula arch decorated with yellow wire and beadwork throughout, with similar work to the neck, terminating to an engraved ram's head with curved horns to each side, in a fitted case by Luigi Casalta, Napoli
length 7.7cm
The Neapolitan Jeweller Luigi Casalta established his business in 1851. He supplied jewellery to the Imperial Court of Austria, the Royal court of Italy, to H.R.H. Princess Louise of Prussia and also exhibited at the Paris Exposition Universelle of 1889.
Sold for £2,800
Estimated at £800 - £1,200
There is visible discolouration to each end due to possible pre-testing of the brooch, otherwise in good condition with original pin and fitted case. The construction hole is visible to the base of the neck. It fastens with a pin and C-hook catch which forms part of the design. It bears no hallmark nor stamp but in our opinion would test as gold. Gross weight 13.9 grams. CR made 30.12.21.
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Auction: Fine Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 19th Mar, 2022
The Fine Jewellery, Watches and Silver Sale includes Silver from The Laithes, Penrith from the Estate of Ian Stephenson, and a Private House, St Judes, Isle of Man. Further lots from these estates will be included in the Spring Fine Sale and the British, European and Sporting Art Sale on 19th March. Also included in the sale is fine period and designer jewellery, the most desirable vintage and modern luxury watches by top makers and fine pieces of period silver.
The Selected Contents of a Private House to be sold on
behalf of the 7th Earl of Durham denoted by ~
The Selected Contents of a Private House, St Judes,
Isle of Man denoted by ^
Please note, the following lots from this estate have been withdrawn: 2231-2240 inclusive.
The Contents of The Laithes, Penrith from the Estate
of Ian Stephenson denoted by {}
Viewing
Sunday 13 March 11am-4pm, Monday 14 March to Friday 18 March 10am-4pm and morning of sale from 8am. Viewing is open to the public, there is no need to make an appointment.
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