11th Nov, 2023 9:30 GMT/BST
Fine Jewellery, Watches & Silver
2081
An American Silver-Gilt and 'Gem'-Set Chalice
by W. J. Feeley Co., Providence, Rhode Island, Circa 1900
on sexfoil base, applied with various shields and cabochon and flat-cut 'gems', the conforming stem with central 'gem'-set knop, the tapering bowl with openwork lower body, engraved underneath with an inscription
25cm high, gross weight 24oz, 747gr
The inscription reads 'To The Rev. James Bloomer as a testimony of respect on the occasion of the fortieth anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood by the priests of the valley'.
Sold for £850
Estimated at £600 - £800
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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