11th Nov, 2023 9:30 GMT/BST
Fine Jewellery, Watches & Silver
2074
A Three-Piece Victorian Silver Travelling Communion-Set
by Charles Fox, London, 1840
each piece plain and engraved with the ‘IHS’ Christogram within sunburst, comprising a communion-cup, the interior gilt, on detachable foot; a paten on spreading foot and a compressed shaped circular wine-bottle with screw cap with knurled border, engraved with an inscription, in fitted burgundy leather-covered case
the case 11.5cm long, weight of silver 4oz 3dwt, 129gr (3)
The inscription reads ‘The Rev’d H. Roberts a token of Christian regard and grateful remembrance June 16 1841’.
Sold for £400
Estimated at £200 - £300
Auction: Fine Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 11th Nov, 2023
An impressive 19th century Diamond Bow Brooch is to be offered in the Fine Jewellery, Watches and Silver Sale on 11th November, with an estimate of £12,000-18,000 (plus buyer’s premium). Made circa 1850, the stylised ribbon bow is set with old cut diamonds which total and approximate diamond weight of 18.5 carats.
A rare 1977 Rolex Explorer II (ref:1655) leads the fine watches in the sale. Offered with an estimate of £8,000-12,000, the watch is known by collectors at the “Steve McQueen” watch, as it was made famous by the actor in an advertising campaign for the model.
A good cross-section of antique silver in the sale includes a George III Silver Soup Tureen and Cover, made in London in 1761 by Frederick Kandler (estimate: £2,500-3,500). Also on offer is a good selection of animal-themed silver. Notable examples include a 1959 Silver Stirrup Cup by Asprey cast as a snarling fox’s mask.
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Sunday 5 November - Friday 10 November 11am-4pm, and morning of sale from 8am.
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