Dunbar Sloane Auckland Jewellery Sale

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Magnificent Jewels of International Importance

Fine Antique & Modern Jewellery Wrist & Pocket Watches Sale 800

DAY 1 WEDNESDAY 7 AUGUST at 6pm Lots 1000–1250 Affordable & Estate Jewellery DAY 2 THURSDAY 8 AUGUST at 6pm Lots 1–24 Wrist & Pocket Watches Lots 25–38 Accoutrements, Mining Interest, Coin Jewellery & The Cartier Collection Lots 39–159 Magnificent & Fine Jewellery, including Loose Stones & The Roccabella Collection NO DELIVERY OF ITEMS PURCHASED CAN BE GIVEN DURING SALE SESSIONS. Buyers Premium: Day 1: 15% + GST on all lots sold. Day 2: 12.5% + GST on all lots sold. VIEWING Thurs 1 Aug Fri 2 Aug Sat 3 Aug Sun 4 Aug Mon 5 Aug Tues 6 Aug Wed 7 Aug Thurs 8 Aug

5.30pm – 7.30pm, Evening Preview* 9.30am – 5pm 11am – 3pm 11am – 3pm 9.30am – 5pm 9.30am – 5pm 9.30am – 4pm (sharp) 9.30am – 4pm (sharp)

*Please join us for a glass of wine and nibbles during the preview. Illustrated front cover Lot 50 ILLUSTRATED LEFT Lot 111 & Lot 112


Fine & Applied Art wellington 21 & 22 AUGUST 2013

ENQUIRIES

THEODORE JACQUES RALLI (Greek 1852–1909) The Mandolin Player, Cairo Est. $35,000–45,000 2

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Day 1 • WEDNESDAY 7 Aug • 6pm AFFORDABLE & ESTATE JEWELLERY

Lots 1000 –1250 A separate inventory style list without illustrations will be available free of charge at viewing or can be seen online from Thursday 1 Aug at www.dunbarsloane.com

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Tiffany & Co, A Small Brass Cased Carriage Clock. White face with Roman numerals 80 x 55 x 50mm. With key, original box, pouches and papers. Est. $1000–1200

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Cartier, An 18ct. Yellow Gold Cased Tank Watch. No. 960657510 Unisex size, ultra slim (4.5mm), white face with Roman numerals in the traditional Cartier manner. Manual mechanical movement. Original black crocodile strap with 18ct Cartier buckle. Blue cabochon endstone to crown. Very good appearance. See illustration p. 7. Est. $4000–5000

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Patek Philippe, A Lady’s Wristwatch with Flip Cover Set with Diamonds & Sapphires. Rare unblemished appearance. Ref. 3319/4, movement 991729 (c. 1969). Rectangular case to integrated 18ct white gold burnished mesh bracelet. Flip cover set with 16 round modern brilliant cut diamonds bordered on two sides by baguette cut Royal blue sapphires. Rectangular lens, matte silver face with polished batons. Manual mechanical movement Cal 13.5. Diamonds total 1.07ct., Sapphires 1.70ct. Signed Patek Philippe, calatrava cross to clasp. The watch is in as new condition with faint surface wear to clasp visible only under strong magnification. With original Patek Philippe certificate. See illustration p. 7. Est. $10,000–12,000

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Audemars Piguet, A Gentleman’s Automatic Royal Oak Stainless Steel Cased Annual Calendar Wristwatch. Ref. 25920ST/0/0789ST/01, No. 440 of a Limited edition, S/N E 2777C. Octagonal bezel to circular stippled Charcoal Grey face, white raised batons, subsidiary month dial, date indicated by third hand. Integrated stainless strap. This watch was given to the Alinghi team at the America’s Cup in 2003. With original box, spare links, stylus, and certificate from AP. See illustration p. 7. Est. $7000–8000

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Hamilton, An Unusual 10ct. Gold Cased Wristwatch. Rectangular outline case with fancy pierced lugs. Stippled silver/white face with Arabic numerals, alternate dots and subsidiary seconds. Black leather strap. Est. $450–650

Day 2 • THURSDAY 8 Aug • 6pm Wrist & Pocket watches

Important Conditions of Sale for Watches Please note: As many of the timepieces are old, or their history is unknown, Dunbar Sloane offers no guarantee as to mechanical condition or condition of seals etc. A timepiece described as ‘fine’ or ‘as new’ is an opinion as to appearance only. All watches are sold as viewed. It shall be assumed that all buyers have inspected the lots and that they are happy with them in all respects. Watches cannot be returned on the grounds that repairs or service have been carried out, or parts (including straps or bracelets) have been supplied, by anyone other than the named maker. Notwithstanding the foregoing condition, named wristwatches are sold on the basis that the movement (or movement and case where both would normally have been manufactured by the named maker) were manufactured by the named maker. It is recommended that the buyers have watches serviced promptly to ensure that damage does not arise from faulty seals or any other aspect of mechanical condition.

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Hamilton, A Lady’s All 18ct. Yellow Gold Wristwatch. Ref. 3-26031-8. Square outline case to integrated textured diagonal link mesh bracelet. Manual mechanical movement, blue cabochon end-stone to crown. Gold face with black quarters and polished batons. 66.5g. As new appearance. With box. See illustration p. 5. Est. $2000–2500

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Rolex, A Gentleman’s Stainless Steel Cased Vintage Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch. Ref. 6535 No. 410619 (c. 1956/57). Milled bezel with indexes, burnished gold face with polished batons, sweep second and date window. Black lizard strap. Above average appearance for age. See illustration p. 5. Est. $1500–1800

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Omega, A Gentleman’s Stainless Steel Cased Automatic Constellation Chronometer Wristwatch. Brushed stainless tonneau shaped case to matching tapered gatelink strap. Silver face with polished batons, sweep second and date window. Very good appearance with minor abrasion to lens. See illustration p. 7. Est. $1000–1400

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Vacheron & Constantin, A Gentleman’s 18ct Rose Gold Cased Open Face Pocket Watch. Case No. 267972, movement 416593, (c.1930/35). Keyless lever, silver face with Arabic quarters, polished batons and subsidiary seconds. A superb example. See illustration p. 5. Est. $3500–4000

10 Breguet, A Gentleman’s Classique Automatic 18ct. Yellow Gold Cased Wristwatch. Ref. 3325 No. 3869F. Circular outline drum case with a reeded band (33mm). Guilloché silver face with Roman numerals, date window at 6 o’clock, sweep second. 33 jewel movement with 22ct rotor. Black lizard strap to 18ct deployant clasp. Blue cabochon end-stone to crown. As new appearance. See illustration p. 7. Est. $8750–9750

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Omega, A Gentleman’s Vintage Gold & Stainless Automatic Constellation Wristwatch. Chronometer quality. Circular outline case to gatelink bracelet. Silver face with polished batons, sweep second and date window. c. 1960’s. Good appearance. See illustration p. 5. Est. $1400–1800

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Girard Perregaux, A Lady’s All 18ct. Yellow Gold Wristwatch Set with Diamonds. Ref 4127 SA. Cushion outline case, bezel set with a continuous line of round modern brilliant cut diamonds, integrated mesh bracelet strap. Very good appearance. See illustration p. 7. Est. $3500–4000

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A Lady’s 14ct. Yellow Gold Cased Fob Watch Decorated with Crimson Enamel Guilloché, Pearls & Diamonds Keyless cylinder, white face with Arabic numerals in blue, the bezel set with seed pearls. The case back of crimson enamel guilloché bordered by pearls and set with senaille cut diamonds. Suspended by a brooch in the form of a writhing serpent about a sword also enhanced with enamel and diamonds. Three diamonds deficient, minor bruising to enamel. See illustration p. 7. Est. $600–800 Tag Heuer, A Formula 1 White Face 1/10 Second Chronograph. Ref CA1212, quartz movement, three registers, date and sweep second. Black rotating outer bezel, brushed stainless case and matching strap. As new, with papers dated Sept. 1997, and alternative brown leather strap. Presented to a racing team member: William Renault Laguna. Est. $600–700 Jaeger–Le Coultre, A Lady’s All 18ct. Yellow Gold Wristwatch. Ref. 14081-21 No. 1216165. Circular outline case with bamboo pattern bezel, integrated mesh bracelet. Textured gold face. Manual movement with recessed crown. As new appearance. Signed on face and monogram on clasp. See illustration p. 5. Est. $4500–5500 Omega, A Vintage Stainless Steel Cased Wristwatch. C. 1940’s, rectangular outline case, art deco style silver face with Arabic numerals and subsidiary seconds. Manual mechanical movement. Black crocodile strap. Good appearance for age. Est. $750–850

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Oris, A Gentleman’s Titanium Cased Automatic Chronograph Wristwatch. Ref. 7590 No. 27-20515, TT3, second time zone ref: 01-6777590-7764 set. Chequer-board face with three registers, date window, sweep second, second time zone hand, inner tachymetric scale and outer 24 hours on bezel. Sapphire crystal lens front and back. Rubber strap with deployment clasp. Water resistant 100m. As new appearance. See illustration p. 5. Est. $2800–3400

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Rolex, A Gentleman’s Stainless Steel Cased Vintage Oyster Precision Wristwatch. Ref. 6424 No. 177794 (c. 1964/65). Silver-white face with polished batons and sweep second. Manual wind. Brown leather (replacement) strap together with stainless Rolex jubilee strap. Good appearance for age. See illustration p. 5. Est. $1500–1800

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Jaeger–Le Coultre, A Gentleman’s Stainless Steel Cased Grand Reverso Wristwatch. Ref. 273.8.04 No. 2723294. Rectangular outline, silver face with Arabic numerals about guilloché centre panel, subsidiary seconds a miniature of main face. Manual mechanical 19 jewel movement visible under back lens. Waterproof 3 atm. Black crocodile strap with deployant clasp. Excellent appearance. See illustration p. 5. Est. $5500–6500

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Movado, A Triple Date Calendar Stainless Steel Cased Vintage Wristwatch. C. 1940’s, 33mm circular outline case, manual mechanical movement. Silver face with alternating Arabic numerals and dots, month and day windows, date hand and sweep second. Screw back, pushers and crown in band. Fair condition for age. Plaited leather strap. Est. $850–1250

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Cartier, A Lady’s ‘Must de Cartier’ Tank Wristwatch of Gold Plated Silver. Ref 43649 S/N 5057001. Cream face with Roman numerals in two vertical columns with neither XII nor VI shown. Quartz movement. Red lizard strap, blue end-stone to crown. Fair appearance with original box and certificate dated 2.12.90. Est. $600–800

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Longines, An All 14ct. Yellow Gold Vintage Wristwatch Case 117873 (Longines-Wittnauer), manual mechanical movement 8665863 (C 1950/51). Rectangular case with extended lugs to an ‘Eleganta-fixo-flex’ expanding bracelet also of 14ct yellow gold. Unusual prism lens, golf-ball textured white face with Arabic quarters and teardrop batons, subsidiary seconds. Excellent appearance, unisex design. See illustration p. 7. Est. $2000–2500


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Longines, An Automatic 14ct. Yellow Gold Cased Wristwatch. Unisex 33mm circular case with fancy lugs. Stippled silver/ white face with Arabic numerals, polished batons and subsidiary seconds. Black suede strap. Good appearance. Est. $1500–1800

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Cartier, A Lady’s All 18ct. Yellow Gold Panthère Wristwatch. Square outline case, raised bezel with faux screw heads, blue end-stone to crown. Gate mesh bracelet to deployant clasp. Cream face with traditional Cartier Roman numerals. Quartz movement, 66.8g. Very good appearance. See illustration p. 7. Est. $6000–7000

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S.I. Dupont, A Large Table Lighter. Ref 26101 No. 1C5KW61, cylindrical 43.55mm diameter 109mm tall. With original box, instruction book, spare gas refill tubes and papers dated 2001. Est. $500–600

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A Half Sovereign Pendant. The Victorian half sovereign, 1872, Sydney Mint in a free mount frame of 9ct yellow gold. Est. $200–250

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A Bracelet With A 10F Gold Coin Charm. 18ct yellow gold solid bar links, the 10F coin dated 1899 in a free mount. 12.45g. Est. $350–450

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Georg Jensen, A Pair of Danish Sterling Silver Cufflinks. Bar and toggle design, the bar enhanced with beads of silver. Signed. Est. $150–250

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S.I. Dupont, A Lady’s Gold Plated Fountain Pen. Ref 43060m, S/N 5G5FZ03. With original box, instructions, pouch, refills and papers dated 20.2.2007. Unused, new condition. Est. $400–600

A Particularly Good Miner’s Brooch. Designed as a crossed pick and shovel enhanced with gold nuggets, wire work and a bucket. 9ct yellow gold washed with gold of a higher carat. See illustration p. 9. Est. $1000–1500

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A Pair of Cufflinks Set With Quarter Krugerrands. Free mounts with toggles of 18ct yellow gold, the coins totalling 1/2 oz. pure gold. 24.75g. Est. $900–1200

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A Pair of Cufflinks Set With Lapis Lazuli. Oval panels of 18ct yellow gold set with polished lapis lazuli to hinged toggles. With presentation box. Est. $500–700

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Cartier, A Panthère Motif Lapel Pin. S/N 749980, 18ct yellow gold, the eyes of small tsavorites, the tip of the nose set with black onyx. Signed Cartier, with original box and papers dated 21/7/99. Est. $600–800

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Cartier, A Ring Set With An Amethyst. S/N G 31146. The square amethyst of mixed cut, faceted beneath a polished cabochon table. 18ct yellow gold. Signed Cartier, with original box and papers dated 2000. Est. $800–1200

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Cartier, A Panthère Ring. S/N E01968, 18ct yellow gold band with a central panther motif, the eye set with a small pear shaped emerald. Signed Cartier. With original box and certificate dated 1997. See illustration p.11. Est. $900–1200

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Cartier, A Set Of 5 Rings. Rope twist bands of 18ct yellow gold, one set with a round cut emerald (S/N 793065) one with a diamond (S/N 935142), one with a sapphire (S/N 799503), one with a ruby (S/N 785228), one plain torc design (S/N 787850). All with certificates except the last. With original box. Est. $1800–2400

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Cartier, A Pair of Gentleman’s 18ct. Tri-Colour Gold Cufflinks. S/N AT7033, rectangular ribbed design, with matching toggles. Signed Cartier. 15.2g. With original box and certificate dated 2002. See illustration p.11. Est. $1250–1500

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Cartier, A Bee Motif Lapel Pin. Ref. 7921, S/N C7927, 18ct yellow gold and black enamel set with a cabochon emerald. Signed Cartier. With original box and certificate dated 1995. See illustration p.11. Est. $650–850


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MAGNIFICENT & FINE JEWELLERY INCLUDING LOOSE STONES & THE ROCCABELLA COLLECTION FINE JEWELLERY Independent Gemmological Reports and Valuations Valuations are made available to customers for two primary purposes. Firstly to provide an independent opinion as to the quality of the stones and metals comprising the piece, and Secondly so that buyers can, if they wish, obtain suitable Insurance cover immediately upon purchase and prior to delivery. A valuation for insurance purposes represents a calculated replacement cost allowing for maximum retail margins, such that an Insurer can assess the outer limit of their exposure to risk. It does not represent actual new retail replacement as it makes no provision for competitive trade practice, or for discounts obtained by individual bargaining. As fashion, desirability and current market forces all have variable impact on second hand or Auction value, there is no direct formula for estimation of such value by interpolation from Insurable value. As currency exchange rate and spot metal prices have a marked effect on jewellery valuations, buyers should note the date and prevailing economic factors at the time that the valuation was produced. Once all the prevailing parameters have been established, it is possible for an experienced person to interpolate a rough estimate of the current cost of manufacture from past insurable value, but again that exercise will give no indication of actual market forces. Buyers should also note the stated purpose of the valuation (insurance, retail market, cash value, estate division etc). All valuations remain opinions and are not matters of fact. Whilst Dunbar Sloane staff will assist buyers to understand the methodology and technical details of gemmological reports and valuations, buyers must make their own assessment of an item's value before bidding. Dunbar Sloane, its consultants and employees make no representation or warranty regarding any outside opinion, valuation or certificate of any item on offer. Please note: Where gemmological reports are available these should be read together with the catalogue description. Should there be, through error, omission, or introduction of better evidence, any significant difference between the catalogued description and that provided in the gemmologist's report, it shall be assumed that the buyer has inspected the report and is buying in acceptance of it. Unless otherwise stated, all stones have been assessed for weight, colour or clarity mounted and the descriptions given in the catalogue or report are therefore based on estimates which are limited in accuracy. Where an actual weight is given the stone will have been weighed loose, however while the grading of a stone loose will minimise error margins it shall be accepted buy the buyer that all reports and descriptions remain opinions and not matters of fact.

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A Single Albert Chain. 9ct yellow gold graduated curb links with T-bar and single clip, the fob drop suspending a swivel motif seal also of 9ct gold set with bloodstone and cornelian. 300mm. 37.8g. Est. $700–800 A Hardstone Cameo Brooch/Pendant. The frame of 18ct yellow gold (tested), French marks on pin. Probably late 19th C. The border decorated with pierced and applied floral motifs to a ribbon-bow surmount. The cameo of a young gentleman in profile carved from white on black onyx. The frame fitted with a hanger for suspension as a pendant. See illustration p. 9. Est. $950–1250

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Gucci, A Heavy Bracelet of 14ct. Yellow Gold. Solid ‘Gucci’ links with reeded spacers. 106.63g. See illustration p. 19. Est. $3000–4000

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A Necklace & Matching Bracelet of Plaited 18ct. Three-Colour Gold. Plaited strands of woven pink, yellow and white gold mesh. The necklace able to be extended in length by incorporating the bracelet. 69.38g. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 19. Est. $2750–3250

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A Muff Chain of 15ct. Yellow Gold. Box links 1580mm. 31.9g. Est. $1000–1200

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A Heavy Bracelet of 14ct. Yellow Gold. 23mm wide hinged links of textured and polished semicircular patterned links. 79.1g. Est. $2600–2800

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A Bracelet Of 9ct. Yellow & Rose Gold. Double curb links of yellow gold caught by rondells of rose gold. 33.3g. Retailed at $2200. Est. $650–850

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A Cuff Bangle Set With Almandine Garnets. Truncated conical hinged design in 14ct rose gold, set with 14 trapezoid cabochon almandine garnets in vertical orientation. 58.63g. See illustration p. 9. Est. $2500–3500

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A Cannetille Work Gold Cross Pendant Set with Amethysts 19th C, tests as approximately 15ct gold which has been over gilded. Repairs. See illustration p.11. Est. $750–1000

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A Double Albert Chain of Unusual Links of 15ct. Yellow Gold. Paperclip links enhanced with beading, with tapered joiners to circular links. With T bar and single clip. 460mm. 55.6g. Est. $1500–2000

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A Splendid Pair of Colonial Period Greenstone & Gold Tassel Fringe Drop Earrings. The wire hooks decorated with a floral motif suspend the articulated diamond outline drops each centred by a diamond shaped polished greenstone panel within a floral and foliate repoussé gold border to an 8 line tassel fringe. Yellow gold, tests as 9–12ct over gilded with gold of a higher carat. Exceptional condition. See illustration p. 19. Est. $1000–1400


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An Exceptional Late Victorian Tassel Fringe Necklace. 15ct yellow gold rope links to two ball shaped slides from which twin chains suspend a central escutcheon shaped panel decorated with scroll work and vari-coloured gold foliate motifs, in turn suspending three tassel fringe pendants of chains captured by a decorative cupola. The barrel clasps decorated with wire work. 40.6g See illustration on front cover. Est. $2500–3500

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A Cabochon Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ring. 18ct yellow and white finished gold, the circular sapphire cabochon rub-over set at the centre of the band, the shoulders each set with three chevron-ended rows of round modern brilliant cut diamonds. The sapphire estimated 3.0ct, the diamonds estimated G/H, VS2, 0.78ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 23. Est. $2000–3000

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A Pendant of Striking Artistic Design Set With Tsavorites & Diamonds. Rectangular outline in 18ct white gold pavé set with round modern brilliant cut white diamonds as a ground to raised floral motifs set with further diamonds and tsavorite garnets. Suspended by a trace neck chain of 18ct yellow gold. Carats Design mark. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p.11. Est. $3500–4500

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A Pair of Earrings Set With Rows of Diamonds. Wide quarter-round sections with raised borders in 18ct yellow gold, each set with a line of 5 round modern brilliant cut diamonds. Estimated TDW 1.00ct G/H, VS2+. Fitted with post & clips for pierced or non pierced ears. Gemmologist’s report available. Est. $1750–2250

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A Loose Round Modern Brilliant Cut Diamond of 2.11ct. The diamond graded loose by two independent gemmologists as F, VVS1, Good make. Gemmologist’s report available. Being sold on behalf of an estate. See illustration p. 19. Est. $47,000–52,000

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A Loose Round Modern Brilliant Cut Diamond of 2.50ct. Graded as D, SI2, VG/Excellent Cut. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 23. Est. $35,000–40,000

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A Loose Round Modern Brilliant Cut Diamond of 3.51ct. Graded as E, SI2, Excellent/Ideal cut. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 9. Est. $75,000–80,000

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A Spiral Motif Cocktail Ring Set With Diamonds 18ct white finished gold set with a spiral line of small round modern brilliant cut diamonds of TDW 0.46ct. Brand new old stock. Retailed at $5349. See also following lot. Est. $2000–2500

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An Impressive Loose Opal of 56.48ct. Triangular outline flat polished cabochon, natural opal, milky grey with very active even pinfire green, orange, yellow, blue/ purple and red colour play. Medium to strong green flash. Overall an attractive and eye-catching display. The vendor is very realistic and has set a reserve well below anticipated market support. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 19. Est. $25,000–35,000

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A Pair of Spiral Motif Earrings Set With Diamonds. 18ct white finished gold, designed as companions to the previous lot. TDW 0.84ct. Brand new old stock, with presentation box. Retailed at $7495. Est. $2500–3000

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A Padlock Motif Pendant Set with Diamonds. 18ct white finished gold, set with baguette and brilliant cut diamonds, the bale also set with diamonds. TDW 1.00ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 21. Est. $1250–1500

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A Pendant set With Aquamarine & A Red Tourmaline. Designed as an articulated four panel drop in 18ct white gold. 62 At the bale a quatrefoil cluster of 4 pear shaped aquamarines suspending a marquise panel with a marquise cut red tourmaline to a further aquamarine quatrefoil and an oval finial set with an oval cut aquamarine bordered by small brilliant cut diamonds. Australian Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 21. Est. $2200–2600

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An Edwardian Brooch Set With Diamonds. The tapered bar of 18ct yellow gold and platinum set with a row of small round early European brilliant cut diamonds to a central row of five larger stones graduated from mid section. TDW approximately 1.29ct of very good quality for the period. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p.11. Est. $1500–2000


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A Striking Snake Motif Ring. Designed as a coiled writhing snake in 18ct. white finished gold, the head and body pavé set with round modern brilliant cut black and white diamonds to simulate snakeskin patterns. The eyes set with green cabochons. TDW 3.11ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 19. Est. $3500–4000

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A Ring Set With Carved Jade. The carved jadeite cabochon of desirable colour is set in a ring of 14ct yellow gold. Est. $1000–1500

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A Charming Flowerpot Motif Jewelled Pendant. 18ct white and yellow gold, the flowerheads set with blue and orange sapphires, rubies, and diamonds. Suspended by a cable-link trace chain. Est. $1200–1400

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A Fashionable Skull Motif Ring Pavé Set with Black & White Diamonds. 18ct white finished gold, the skull set with round modern brilliant cut white diamonds, the ‘bone’ ended shoulders set with black diamonds. TDW 4.01ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 23. Est. $3800–4800

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A Splendid Diamond Lattice Pendant. Rectangular outline in 18ct white finished gold, the lattice outlined with intersecting rows of round modern brilliant cut diamonds forming 40 squares, each set with a Princess cut diamond of good quality (F/G, SI2). The bale enhanced with graduated baguette and further brilliant cut diamonds. TDW 6.94ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 21. Est. $7500–8500

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A Pair of ‘Huggie’ Earrings of 18ct. White Gold Set With ‘Rare White’ Diamonds. Each set with eight baguette and square cut diamonds of reported weight and quality 1ct, D/F VS. Gemmologist’s report available. Est. $2750–3250

An Exquisite Brooch Decorated with Shaded Guilloché Enamels, Set with Diamonds & Pearls. Yellow gold (tests as 18ct) designed as a foliate spray. Minor repairs to reverse and deficient one pearl. See illustration p. 9. Est. $500–700

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A Ring Set With a Diamond of 1.14ct. The round modern brilliant cut diamond graded loose as F, I1, Excellent make is partially rub-over set in a ring of 18ct white and yellow gold, the shoulders set with baguette and brilliant cut diamonds. TDW approximately 1.48ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See col. Ill. See illustration p.11. Est. $5800–6800

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A Good Three Stone Diamond Ring. The hand crafted ring of platinum centred by an emerald-cut diamond of 0.98ct, with certified grade E, VS1, on either side of which is set a radiant cut diamond assessed as G, SI1, with a combined weight of approximately 1.00ct. TDW 1.98ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 21. Est. $8000–9000

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A Pair of Hoop Earrings of 18ct. Yellow Gold Set With Diamonds. Knife-edge profile, each set with 3 round modern brilliant cut diamonds. TDW estimated 0.35ct, H/I, SI1-2. Gemmologist’s report available. Est. $750–850

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A Ring Set With a Diamond of Approximately 1.47ct. Together with Other Diamonds. Opulent stepped design in platinum centred by a Princess cut diamond of approximately 1.47ct, the shoulders and sides set with Princess and Trillion cut diamonds to give the appearance of diamond blocks. TDW 3.83ct approximately, estimated as F/G/H, SI1/I1. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 15. Est. $8500–9500

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A Good Tennis Style Line Bracelet Set with Over 10ct of Diamonds. The articulated line of 43 links of 18ct white gold each set with a round modern brilliant cut diamond of very good quality (F/G, VS2/SI1, ideal make), of weight approximately 0.24ct. TDW 10.26ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 23. Est. $20,000–24,000

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A Pair of ‘Snowflake’ Drop Earrings Set with Diamonds. Each designed as a three diamond stud suspending an articulated four diamond fall to an open circular seven diamond cluster finial. The diamonds, 30 in all, Princess cut with a TDW 3.12ct. 18ct white finished gold. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 15. Est. $3850–4850


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An Exquisite Pendant Set with Fancy Yellow and White Diamonds. Designed as a fall of three articulated panels: surmount and finial mirror-image pendeloques, each set with a pear shaped fancy yellow diamond bordered by small round modern brilliant cut white diamonds. At mid section a panel of delicate open scroll work set with round modern brilliant cut and white and fancy yellow diamonds about a central marquise cut fancy yellow diamond. 18ct yellow gold, suspended by an 18ct trace neckchain. TDW 2.25ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 9. Est. $7000–8000 An Impressive Pendant Set with Diamonds. Diamond outline plaque of intersecting open circlets, outlined with diamonds about a central large stone to an articulated three-ring bale also set with diamonds. The diamonds, some 291 in all round modern brilliant cut of good quality have a TDW 3.80ct. 18ct white finished gold. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 15. Est. $4000–4500 A Domed Flowerhead Motif Pendant Set With Sapphires & Diamonds. Silver/18ct Gold doublet, designed as a 16 petal flowerhead pavé set with 131 single-cut diamonds of approximate TDW 1.3ct and 178 round cut blue sapphires of approximately 4.4ct total weight. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 23. Est. $1000–1500 A Ring of Contemporary Design Set with a Diamond of 1.02ct.v Together with Other Diamonds. The heavy band of 18ct yellow gold and platinum centred by a rub-over set round modern brilliant cut diamond of 1.02ct assessed as I, I1, VG; the shoulders close channel set with two rows of Princess cut diamonds, 12 in all, assessed as G/I, VS/SI, VG. TDW 2.10ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 9. Est. $8000–9000 A Stylish Ring Set with Princess, Baguette & Brilliant Cut Diamonds. The wide band of platinum set with three lines of diamonds: a central row of alternating Princess and baguette cuts bordered on either side by rows of round modern brilliant cuts. The diamonds, some 49 in all, of good quality (D/E/F/G, VS-SI) have a reported TDW 2.33ct. Brand new old stock. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 23. Est. $6500–7500

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A Ring Set with a Solitaire Diamond of 2.31ct. The round modern brilliant cut diamond of actual weight 2.31ct, graded loose as H, SI2, VG is set in a six claw setting of platinum. On the inner band are set two very small brilliant cut diamonds. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 23. Est. $28,000–32,000

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A Pair of Diamond & Tanzanite Drop Earrings. Creole style hoops of 18ct yellow gold each with a channel set line of 7 Princess cut diamonds of excellent quality suspend articulated drops each set with a round cut tanzanite of good colour and lively appearance. TDW stated 0.72ct, tanzanite total 4.17ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p.11. Est. $1750–2250

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A Snake Motif Necklace Set With Diamonds. Articulated half-round scale type links to a mid section where the tail joins the head in a cross-over, both set with diamonds in lines and pavé panels. The eyes set with round cut emeralds. 30.7g. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p.11. Est. $2800–3800

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A Good Necklace of White South Seas Cultured Pearls. Round/off round, graduated from the centre (16.4–13mm), with excellent blend and attractive warm lustre. Secured by a lozenge shaped clasp of 14ct white gold. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 21. Est. $6750–7250

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A Splendid Pair of South Seas Pearl & Diamond Drop Earrings. Each designed as an upper cluster of a graduated circlet of round modern brilliant cut diamonds centred by a 12.3mm white pearl set in 18ct yellow gold fitted with a clip and post (for pierced or non pierced lobes) together with a wire hanger from which is suspended a removable articulated drop comprising a link set with an approximately 0.39ct round modern brilliant cut diamond to a finial pavé set cupola set with diamonds and a 15 x 14mm ovoid pearl. TDW estimated 5.78ct, F/G, VS2. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 13. Est. $25,000–30,000

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A Necklace of Emeralds & Diamonds. Flat cobra links of 14ct white gold to an articulated mid section set with a graduated row of emerald-cut emeralds together with round modern brilliant cut diamonds, the centre stone suspending two drops of unequal length set with lines of diamonds to pear shaped emerald finials. TDW approximately 0.75ct, emeralds approximately 5.14ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 23. Est. $6000–8000


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Damiani, An ‘Insieme’ Ring of Two Colour Gold Set With Diamonds. Designed as a line of 18ct white gold cartouche outline pierced panels two of which are set with round modern brilliant cut diamonds, joined by bars of rose gold. TDW 0.38ct. Signed. Retailed at $7475. See illustration p. 15. See also following lot. Est. $2000–3000

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Damiani, A Pair of ‘Insieme’ Drop Earrings Set With Diamonds. Designed as companions to the previous lot, 18ct rose and white gold. Signed. Retailed at $7245. See illustration p. 15. See also following lot. Est. $2000–3000

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Damiani, An Insieme Pendant Set With Diamonds. Designed as a companion to the previous two lots. TDW 0.40ct. Retailed at $4928. Est. $1500–2000

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A Ring of Palladium Scatter Set with Diamonds. The broad band enhanced with pierced work, randomly set with ‘Hearts on Fire’ diamonds of various sizes in separated collet mounts. Retailed at $8110. See illustration p. 21. Est. $3500–4500 An Amethyst & Diamond Ring. The bezel designed as an open circlet enclosing an open oval to a central round cluster of a round cut amethyst, all set with lines of round modern brilliant cut diamonds. 18ct yellow gold. Amethyst 2ct, Diamonds 0.48ct. Retailed at $4400. See illustration p. 19. Est. $1500–2000

A Patterned Cocktail Ring Set With Diamonds. Designed as a broad tapered concave band of 18ct yellow gold 97 with triangular leaf motif panels outlined with black finished gold, all pavé set with round modern brilliant cut diamonds. TDW 0.79ct. Retailed at $4000. See illustration p. 19. Est. $1500–2500 A Pink Sapphire & Diamond Ring. The oval cut pink sapphire of 2.53ct in rub-over set in a ring of 18ct white finished gold, the shoulders close channel set with 6 round modern brilliant ‘Hearts on Fire’ cut diamonds of TDW 0.27ct. Retailed at $8330. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 9. Est. $2500–3500 A Ring of Contemporary Design Set With ‘Hearts on Fire’ Diamonds. The shank of rectangular profile to a cylindrical mid section pavé set with 0.33ct of diamonds. Palladium. Retailed at $3500. Est. $1000–1500 Damiani, An Insieme Ring of Diamonds In Rose Gold. Of identical design to the previous lot set with three lines of five round modern brilliant cut diamonds of TDW 0.15ct. 18ct rose gold. Retailed at $5250. Est. $1500–2500. Damiani, A Sophia Loren Ring Set With Diamonds. Designed as three concentric circular tiers of 18ct rose gold over which is a shaped trail of 9 round modern brilliant cut diamonds of TDW 0.39ct. The shank of white gold. Retailed at $8700. Est. $3000–4000

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A Dress Ring Set With Black Onyx & Diamonds. Oval outline in 9ct white finished gold, the black onyx cabochon overlaid with freeform pierced motifs set with diamonds. TDW 0.18ct. Retailed at $1770. See illustration p. 19. Est. $600–800

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A Wide Band of 18ct. White & Black Finished Gold Set With Rows of Diamonds. The broad tapered concave profile band having a panel of black finished gold set with rows of matched round modern brilliant cut diamonds, the raised borders each with a row of collet set diamonds of random sizes. Retailed at $5800. See illustration p. 21. Est. $2000–3000

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A Jungle Patterned Cocktail Ring Set With Diamonds. Designed as a wide tapered concave band of 18ct yellow gold with objet trouvés style panels outlined in yellow or black finished gold, all pavé set with round modern brilliant cut diamonds. TDW 1.24ct. Retailed at $5970. See illustration p. 19. Est. $2000–3000

100 A Ten Diamond Cluster Ring. The diamonds close set, centred by the largest stone to give the illusion of a single stone of around 1.3ct. 18ct white gold. TDW 0.50ct. Retailed at $3950. Est. $1200–1800


101 A Ring of Brushed Platinum Set With Princess Cut Diamonds. The band half close set with a row of Princess cut diamonds having a TDW 1.29ct. Retailed at $8250. Est. $3500–4500

102 A Necklace of 18ct. Yellow Gold With South Seas Pearl Drops. Tubular mesh links joined at a mid-point to provide two drops of unequal length, each terminating with an ovoid 11 x 13mm cultured white South Seas pearl. Est. $750–1000 103 A Necklace of 18ct. White Gold, Briolette Cut Amethysts & Diamonds. Oval links of plain and wire-twist design in groups of 3 to a diamond set central open oval suspending three drops of unequal length with amethyst finials, the upper chain having two amethyst beads and a back neck-fall from the clasp with a further small amethyst drop. Australian Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 23. Est. $2200–2600 104 A Good Pair of Solitaire Diamond earstuds of 2.00ct. Approximate Total. The round modern brilliant cut diamonds assessed as G/H, SI2, Excellent make are set in 4 claw mounts of 18ct white gold. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 9. Est. $10,000–14,000 105 An Exquisite Art Deco Period Brooch Set With Jade, Diamonds, Black Onyx & Coral. Elongated hexagonal outline in 18ct yellow gold and platinum enhanced with ajoure. The end panels of carved floral motif apple green jadeite accented with small red coral beads. The mid section of geometric design set with small old Swiss cut diamonds and lines of calibre cut black onyx to a line of 3 larger old European cut diamonds. TDW approximately 1.23ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 21. Est. $5500–6500 106 An Eternity Or Dress Ring Set With Black & White Diamonds. The band of 18ct white finished gold set with a row of round modern brilliant cut white diamonds bordered on either side by black diamonds. TDW 0.83ct. Brand new old stock. Retailed at $2142. Est. $850–950 107 A Gypsy Style Signet Ring Set With An Old Cut Diamond of Approximately 0.85ct. The diamond assessed as I/J, SI1, of good cut for the period is set in 14ct yellow gold. Gemmologist’s report available. Est. $2850–3450

108 A Pair of Large Creole Hoop Earrings Set with Diamonds. 18ct. white gold pavé set with some 528 round modern brilliant cut diamonds to front and back leading edges. TDW 4.00ct approximately, 43mm diameter, 21.6g. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 15. Est. $8500–9500 109 A Ring Set With a Solitaire Diamond Of 4.16ct. The round modern brilliant cut diamond described in HRD report 66030098002 as H, SI1, VG is set in platinum, held by four double claws. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 13. Est. $87,500–97,500 110 A Bracelet of Art Deco Design Set With Pearls, Diamonds & Emeralds. Seven strands of round cultured seed pearls are held by 8 shaped bars, set at even intervals, each set with a line of 6 diamonds, with terminals of geometric outline, enhanced with ajoure, set with further diamonds and lines of calibre cut emeralds. 14ct white gold, the diamonds all Swiss single cut. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 21. Est. $2800–3400 111 A Magnificent Emerald & Diamond Ring. The emerald-cut emerald of 28.13ct, of rare and fine colour is set in a ring of Art Deco influenced design in platinum set with a little over 5ct of fine quality diamonds (F/G, VS2). A truly exceptional piece of International importance. Gemmologist’s report together with spectroscopic evidence available. See illustration title page. See also following lot. Est. $200,000–240,000 112 A Magnificent Pair of Emerald & Diamond Earrings. The heart shaped emeralds of rare and fine colour matching the previous lot, having a total weight of 23.36ct are set in substantial frames of 18ct white gold set with lines of diamonds of total 3.60ct fine quality (F/G, VS2). Spectroscopic evidence supports the reported statement that these exceptional stones come from the same mine and rough as the emerald in the previous lot. Gemmologist’s report and spectroscopic evidence available. See illustration title page. Est. $150,000–170,000 113 A Pair of Diamond Cluster Drop Earrings. Each designed as a fine Creole hoop set with a line of small round modern brilliant cut diamonds to an articulated drop of a single diamond set link suspending a rub-over circlet set with further diamonds about a larger central stone. 18ct white gold, TDW 1.06ct approximately. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 11. Est. $2500–3000 MAGNIFIENT JEWELS OF INTERNATIONAL IMPORTANCE

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114 A Brooch of 18ct. Yellow Gold Decorated With Emerald Green Enamel Guilloché. Oval outline, designed as a foliate and floral spray, the leaves either stippled or enhanced with green enamel to a central cluster of three round modern brilliant cut diamonds. C 1960’s. Fitted with two fixed concealed rings to allow alternative use as a pendant. Est. $600–800

121 An Art Deco Period Brooch Set with Diamonds. Oval (43 x 22mm) plaque design in platinum and 18ct white gold, pierced in geometric designs, set with early modern brilliant, baguette, carré and Swiss cut diamonds of good quality having an estimated TDW approximately 3.54ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 15. Est. $7000–8000

115 A Full Eternity Ring Set With Diamonds. 122 A Splendid Blue Sapphire & Diamond The 24 round modern brilliant cut diamonds having a TDW Cluster Ring. 1.20ct reported G/H, SI are stet in 18ct white gold. Brand new The cushion cut Ceylonese blue sapphire of vivid & lively old stock. Retailed at $4812. appearance having a reported weight of 4.09ct is set in a hand Est. $1900–2400 made ring of platinum within a continuous border of round modern brilliant cut diamonds. The split shank shoulders and 116 A Ring Set With a Solitaire Brilliant Cut under-rails enhanced with further diamonds. The diamonds, Diamond of 1.00ct. 62 in all, of very good quality (F/G, VS/SI) have an approximate The round modern brilliant cut diamond described in GIA TDW 0/92ct. Carats Design maker’s mark. Gemmologist’s report 1128365529 as G, SI2, ExExVG is set in a simple 4 claw report available. mount of 18ct white gold. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 21. See illustration p. 15. Est. $12,500–17,500 Est. $8500–10,000 117 A Ring Set with a Solitaire Round Cut Diamond of 3.05ct. The transitional early modern brilliant cut diamond assessed as G, SI1, Good make is set in an elegant ring of platinum with four small shoulder diamonds. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 13. Est. $42,000–47,000 118 A Good Pair of Hoop Earrings Set with Diamonds. 18ct white finished gold, hinged design of two concentric hoops, the leading edges set with lines of round modern brilliant cut diamonds of very fine quality (D/G, VS, GoodExcellent make) 40 in all with a reported TDW 2.203ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 15. Est. $6500–7500 119 A Necklace Set with a Continuous Row of Matched Diamonds. The necklace of articulated 18ct white gold links set with 140 round modern brilliant cut diamonds of matched size (approximately 0.10ct) with quality assessed as G/H/I, SI2. TDW 14.22ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 15. Est. $20,000–24,000 120 A Pair of Solitaire Diamond Earstuds of Total Approximately 0.92ct. The round modern brilliant cut diamonds assessed as L/N, SI2I1 are set in 14ct yellow gold. Gemmologist’s report available. Est. $1200–1600

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123 A Good Emerald & Two Diamond Ring. The oval cut emerald of good colour, lively appearance and actual weight 2.85ct is set in a ring of 18ct yellow gold and platinum with a heart shaped diamond on either side. The diamonds of reported TDW 0.64ct and quality D, VVS1. Carats Design mark. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 11. Est. $11,000–13,000 124 A Very Stylish Pair of Earrings Set with Pink & White Diamonds. Cushion outline in rose and white finished 18ct gold, designed as wavy lines set with round modern brilliant cut white diamonds capturing round modern brilliant cut pink diamonds in the nodes. TDW 5.65ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 11. Est. $6000–7000 125 A Ring Set With A Solitaire Emerald-Cut Diamond of Approximately 3.09ct. The diamond assessed as H/I, VVS2, is set in a ring of 18ct white finished gold. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 13. Est. $35,000–45,000 126 An Elegant Bracelet Set with Fancy Yellow and White Diamonds. The articulated line of 18 cushion shaped panels each set with a central 0.24ct radiant cut fancy yellow diamond enclosed by two separated openwork borders of round modern brilliant cut diamonds, one white and the other fancy yellow. 18ct white finished gold. TDW 8.19ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 15. Est. $13,500–17,500


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127 An Exceptional Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring. The emerald-cut emerald of actual weight 6.32ct of rare and fine colour and brilliance is set in a ring of platinum within a border of 14 round modern brilliant cut diamonds of fine quality (E/F, mostly VS1) with an estimated TDW 2.38ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 15. Est. $62,500–67,500

133 A Ring Set with A Cushion Cut Fancy Yellow Diamond of 4.03ct. The diamond assessed as Fancy Light Yellow, VS1+ and is set in a ring of 18ct white finished gold within a two tiered border of small round modern brilliant cut diamonds; one tier of fancy yellow diamonds with an outer tier of white diamonds. TDW stated 4.71ct. Gemmologist’s report available See illustration p. 23. Est. $35,000–40,000

134 A Pair of Cross-Over Earrings Set with Black 128 An Important Ring Centred By A Diamond & White Diamonds. of 6.05ct. Each designed as a serpentine twin row of pavé set white The round modern brilliant cut diamond assessed as light diamonds with a cross-over of two similarly set rows of black yellow, VS2, VG make is rub over set in 18ct yellow gold in a diamonds. 18ct white & black finished gold. TDW 3.88ct. ring of 18ct rose gold within a border of 10 round modern Gemmologist’s report available. brilliant cut diamonds of approximate TDW 3.30ct assessed as See illustration p. 19. F/G, SI1, VG make, the triple split shank supports set with lines Est. $3400–3800 of small diamonds. TDW 4.00ct. An opulent but richly elegant piece. Gemmologist’s report available. 135 A Red Tourmaline (Rubellite) & Diamond See illustration p. 13. Pendant. Est. $100,000–120,000 Centred on a 20ct pear shaped tourmaline set in a frame of 18ct white finished gold set with small round modern 129 A Pair of Solitaire Diamond Earstuds brilliant cut diamonds to a diamond set bale. TDW 0.88ct. with Removable Diamond Drops. Gemmologist’s report available. Each comprising a stud of 18ct white gold set with a round See illustration p. 21. modern brilliant cut diamond of approximately 0.16ct and Est. $4200–5200 assessed quality F/G, SI2, from which is suspended a chain drop to a pendeloque finial set with a pear shaped brilliant cut diamond of approximately 0.27ct assessed as D/E, VS2. TDW 136 A Striking Red Tourmaline & Diamond Cluster Ring. (reported) 0.87ct. Gemmologist’s report available. The oval cut tourmaline of 2.55ct is set within two cushion See illustration p. 9. outline borders of round modern brilliant cut diamonds, one Est. $3500–4000 slightly raised above the other with a void line between to shoulders pavé set with further diamonds. TDW 1.08ct of 130 A Spray Brooch Centred by a Diamond good quality. Gemmologist’s report available of Approximately 1.06ct. See illustration p. 15. 18ct white finished gold of floral bouquet design set with Est. $2000–2500 lines and randomly placed round modern brilliant cut diamonds to the major stone estimated as 1.06ct, I/J, VVS-VS1. 137 A Ring Set With an Intense Blue Sapphire Gemmologist’s report available. & Two Diamonds. See illustration p. 23. The emerald-cut sapphire of very desirable colour, estimated Est. $6000–7000 to weigh 2.45ct is rub-over set in a ring of 18ct yellow gold with two shoulder diamonds in octagonal collets, assessed as E/F, VS, 131 A Ring Set With a Solitaire Marquise Cut approximately TDW 0.30ct. Gemmologist’s report available. Diamond of Approximately 1.08ct. See illustration p. 11. The diamond assessed as E/G, VVS-VS1, good symmetry is set Est. $4500–5500 in a ring of 18ct white and yellow gold, which if orientated to 45 degrees reveals a heart outline. Gemmologist’s report available. 138 A Pair of Fancy Yellow & White Diamond See illustration p. 11. Chandalier Drop Earrings. Est. $7500–8500 The articulated fall set with pendeloque and radiant cut fancy yellow diamonds together with lines of round modern brilliant 132 A Tanzanite & Diamond Cluster Ring. cut white diamonds to an articulated five panel fringe. 18ct The cushion cut tanzanite of approximately 3.50ct is set white finished gold. TDW 8.08ct. Gemmologist’s report in a ring of 14ct white and yellow gold within an octagonal available. outline border of round modern brilliant cut diamonds of See illustration p. 15. approximate TDW 1.30ct. Gemmologist’s report available. Est. $7800–9800 See illustration p. 15. Est. $4500–5000 20

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139 A Particularly Attractive Torc Bangle. Italian design, satin finished rope-twist in 18ct yellow gold, sprung-hinge to allow it to be opened to fit the arm. The finials of white gold set with lines of diamonds and 1/2 briolette cut citrines. 39.6g. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 19. Est. $2800–3800

145 A Traditional Sapphire & Two Diamond Ring. The oval cut Royal blue sapphire of 2.11ct is set in a substantial mount of platinum with two pendeloque cut diamonds of stated weight 0.46ct and quality F/G, VS. Carats Design mark. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 9. Est. $4750–5750

140 A Tennis Style Line Bracelet Set with Rubies & Diamonds. Designed as an articulated line of 54 box links, set in six sections of 9 with either square cut rubies or round modern brilliant cut diamonds. 18ct white gold, the diamonds of TDW approximately 1.55ct, the rubies estimated to total 4.30ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 23. Est. $4500–5500

146 A Pendant Set with a Pear Shaped Aquamarine & Diamonds. The pendeloque cut aquamarine of 13.57ct set in a pendant of similar outline set with small round modern brilliant cut diamonds to a diamond set bale. 18ct white finished gold, TDW 0.91ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 15. Est. $3500–4500

141 An Art Deco Period Bracelet Set With Diamonds, Emeralds & A Pearl. Platinum/18ct yellow gold doublet designed as a hinged line of rectangular curved-top links to a mid section of three tapered links to an oval domed mid section enhanced with ajoure in geometric patterns set with diamonds, lines of channel set square cut emeralds (two deficient) and a central pearl. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 19. Est. $2000–3000 142 A Tassel Fringe Leopard Mask Pendant with Diamonds. Designed as a companion to the previous lot in 18ct rose finished gold. TDW 1.73ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 21. Est. $3800–4200 143 A Pair of Tassel Fringe Leopard Mask Drop Earrings Set with Diamonds. The leopard heads pavé set with diamonds to an articulated ring held in their mouths, suspending a 6 line tassel fringe drop of lengths graduated from the centre, also set with diamonds. The overall design of Cartier-influenced concept. 18ct rose finished gold, TDW 3.03ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 21. See also following lot. Est. $4000–5000 144 A Good Ruby & 6 Diamond Bridge Ring. The oval cut ruby of excellent colour, and estimated weight 1.46ct, is set in a ring of 18ct white and yellow gold with six round modern brilliant cut diamonds of very good quality (E/G, VS-SI) having an estimated TDW 1.26ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 11. Est. $5500–6500

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147 A Bangle Set with a Row of Diamonds. Hinged design in 18ct white finished gold, the upper section rub-over set with a row of 15 round modern brilliant cut diamonds of good quality (H/I, VS2) having an average weight of 0.30ct each for a TDW 4.55ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 21. Est. $14,000–16,000 148 An Attractive Wedding or Eternity Ring of 18ct. White & Brushed Yellow Gold Set With Diamonds. The segmented yellow gold band, set with three pairs of Princess cut diamonds of TDW 0.40ct is bordered by raised 18ct white gold. Brand new old stock. Retailed at $6800. Est. $1800–2400 149 A Gentleman’s Dress Ring Set With Diamonds. Signet style ‘Rolex’ design in 18ct white finished gold set with a central stepped panel of Princess and round modern brilliant cut diamonds. Gemmologist’s report available. Brand new old stock. Retailed at $6075. Est. $2000–2500 150 An Interesting Diamond Tennis Raquet Pendant. Hand made in 18ct white and yellow gold, set with a raquet head shaped table-cut diamond of reported weight 0.473ct, F/G, SI, laser engraved with ‘strings.’ The handle set with a line of 4 baguette cut diamonds. Suspended by an 18ct white gold trace neck chain. TDW 0.76ct. Gemmologist’s report available. Brand new, with retail price tag. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 23. Est. $2500–3000


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151 An Estate Bridge Ring Set With a Sapphire & 4 Diamonds. The bridge of 18ct yellow gold set with a central round cut blue sapphire of good colour, together with four early European cut diamonds in a line. Sapphire estimated approximately 0.56ct, the diamonds G/H SI/I1 of approximate TDW 1.24ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 11. Est. $2000–2500 152 An 18ct. Yellow Gold Necklace Set With Diamonds. Articulated ‘Rolex’ links to an open curved mid section outlined with diamonds and capturing three rub-over set diamonds that slide within the panel. TDW approximately 0.46ct. 45.6g. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 9. See also following lot. Est. $2500–3500 153 An 18ct Yellow Gold Bracelet Set With Diamonds. Designed as a companion to the previous lot. TDW approximately 0.65ct. 23.1g. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 9. Est. $1500–2000 154 A Ring & Earrings Suite Set With Diamonds. Designed as companions to the previous two lots. Est. $1000–1200 155 Carats Design, A ‘Carbonated’ Pendant. Rectangular outline in 18ct white gold set with diamonds of various brilliant cuts and sizes to suit a design inspired by bubbles in a glass, also by a play on the fact that diamond is a crystaline form of carbon. Suspended by an 18ct white gold chain. TDW 1.128ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 23. See also following lot. Est. $4750–5750

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156 Carats Design, A Pair of ‘Carbonated’ Drop Earrings Set with Diamonds. Designed as companions to the previous lot. TDW 0.86ct. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 9. Est. $2200–2800 157 A Traditional Five Diamond Bridge Estate Ring. The old cut diamonds graduated from the centre, with an estimated TDW 1.34ct, assessed as F/H, SI, are set in platinum. Gemmologist’s report available. See illustration p. 15. Est. $2800–3200 158 A Citrine & Diamond Cluster Ring. The cushion outline topaz coloured citrine set in a ring of 18ct yellow and white gold within a border of small diamond brilliants, the shoulders each set with a line of diamonds over pavé diamond ground. Brand new old stock. Retail price $8990 attached. See illustration p. 9. Est. $2200–3200 159 A Dress Ring Set With Diamonds. Triple rope-twist band with four applied cross motifs at even intervals around the circumference, each set with lines of small round modern brilliant cut diamonds. TDW 0.40ct. 9ct white finished gold. Brand new old stock. Retailed at $2062. Est. $800–900


buyers guide If you have not bought from Dunbar Sloane before, please read the following notes. They are set out in the order you are likely to come across them in the process of buying at auction. Staff will be pleased to answer any questions you may have. BEFORE THE AUCTION CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS The terms and conditions under which the buyer acts at a sale are detailed at the back of this catalogue. We recommend that you read and understand these conditions of business before registering to bid at an auction. This sale is subject to the conditions of business printed in this catalogue and to the reserves. Viewing All lots are available for inspection prior to the sale. Although staff will endeavour to answer your enquiries, and give advice, the final decision to bid is at your discretion and liability. Pre-Sale Estimates The estimated prices printed below the catalogue descriptions are in New Zealand dollars and are the approximate prices expected to be realised, excluding buyers premium. They are not definitive, they are prepared well in advance of the sale and they are subject to revision. Condition reports Dunbar Sloane (Auckland) Ltd will provide a verbal condition report if you would like an opinion on any particular lot prior to purchasing. All goods are sold ‘as is’ and it is up to the buyer to satisfy themselves as to the condition of an item before the auction. THE AUCTION Registration To bid at the auction you will need to register for a bidding number at the front desk either during the viewing or prior to the auction. Buying at the Auction Please bid clearly and promptly using your bidding number. When you successfully purchase a lot the auctioneer will ask you for your number, and this will show on your invoice. Approximate Selling Rate Auctions are generally conducted at the rate of about 100 lots per hour. However, this can vary. Absentee Bidding If you are unable to attend the auction, Dunbar Sloane (Auckland) Ltd can bid on your behalf according to your written instructions. This is a free service for intended buyers. Please complete clearly the form at the back of this catalogue and submit it to Dunbar Sloane (Auckland) Ltd at least 24 hours before the sale to ensure it is safely received. Lots will be purchased for you as cheaply as possible, subject to other bids in the room and to reserves. Telephone Bidding If you are unable to attend the auction, you can elect to bid by telephone (subject to availability). Telephone bidding must be arranged with Dunbar Sloane (Auckland) Ltd at least 24 hours prior to the sale and is strictly subject to a minimum lot estimate of $1000 or greater. Please note that the auctioneer determines the increments in bidding, not the telephone bidder.

Buyers Premium The buyer shall pay to Dunbar Sloane (Auckland) Ltd a premium of 15% of the hammer price plus GST on the premium only – effectively adding 17.25% to the hammer price. Successful buyers using the Live Auctioneers online platform pay a premium of 18% of the hammer price plus GST. AFTER THE AUCTION Payment Payment for purchase is due in New Zealand dollars within 48 hours from the date of sale by cash, cheque or eftpos. Alternatively payment can be made by telegraphic transfer direct to our bank: (Please add $25NZ to cover New Zealand bank charges) ANZ Bank of New Zealand, The Terrace, Wellington Branch Credit 06 0501 0846856 00 Swift Code ANZBNZ22 Payee Dunbar Sloane (Auckland) Ltd Please include details of sale date and lot numbers with all payments. Collection of Purchases Property purchased can be collected as soon as full payment has been received. Any items not collected within seven days of the auction may be subject to a storage and insurance fee. Items must be paid for straight away and a second account for courier/ freight charges will follow approximately 6 days later when we have had time to confirm courier/NZ Post charges. National & International Packaging and Transportation We prefer the buyer to pack and arrange transport. Removal firms can make crates, wrap your goods and have them delivered to you. 1. Pack & Send, email: newmarket@packsend.co.nz. Quote lot number, correct auction house (Dunbar Sloane Auckland or Wellington) and date of the auction. 2. It is best to arrange your own freight insurance. It is cheaper with your household insurance company. 3. Couriers do not pack and require payment before they pick up the goods. If you want Dunbar Sloane (Auckland) Ltd to pack and pay for couriers we charge accordingly. This is to be paid before the goods leave our premises. We pack with care, however we take no responsibility for damage once your goods leave our premises. It is up to the buyer to arrange insurance to cover any damage or loss in transit. 4. New Zealand Post Office If you require us to send your items by post we will charge for packing, postage and incidentals. The goods need to be paid for immediately following the auction and we will then quote you for this service. We have to take your items to NZ Post by car, stand in queues and fill in a custom declaration. This all takes considerable time for which we charge NZ $50 over & above packing & freight.

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absentee bids Auckland Office 12 Akepiro Street, Mt Eden, PO Box 68527, Auckland 1145, New Zealand Phone: +64 9 630 9178, Fax: +64 9 630 9173 dunbar.akl@xtra.co.nz www.dunbarsloane.com

Type of Auction Date

Please bid on my behalf at the above sale for the following lots. These bids are to be executed as cheaply as permitted by other bids or reserves I agree to comply with the Conditions of Sale as printed in the Catalogue. Full Name Address Phone

Mobile

Fax

Email

Signed

Date

Collectors Registration Number (for Maori Artefacts only) Successful Bidders will be notified at which time arrangements may be made for payments, collection and despatch. OVERSEAS BIDDERS MUST COMPLETE SECTION BELOW Alternative methods of payment can be arranged if successful, however we still require the information below. Cardholder Name Card Number

VISA

AMEX

Mastercard (Please tick one)

Expiry Date Cardholder Signature Lot Number

Title / Description (use block letters)

Maximum Bid Price (excluding premium)

PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK YOUR BIDS AND READ TERMS BELOW USING THE BIDDING SLIPS Please bid as early as possible. In the event of identical bids, the earliest will take precedence. 'Buy' bids are not accepted. The limit you leave should be the amount to which you would bid if you were to attend the Sale. Each bidding slip should contain bids for one sale only. Alternative bids can be placed by using the word 'OR' between Lot Numbers. BUYERS PREMIUM Buyers are reminded that a buyer's premium of 15% on the hammer price plus GST on the premium shall be paid to Dunbar Sloane (Auckland) Ltd, all up 17.25%. SHIPPING & DELIVERY Please note that the cost of shipping and delivery is not included in the auction price.

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CONDITIONS OF SALE

1

The highest Bidder is deemed to be the Buyer, and if during the Auction the Auctioneer considers that a dispute has arisen, the Lot so in dispute shall be immediately put up again for sale.

2

The Auctioneer has the right to refuse any bid and to advance the bidding at his absolute discretion.

3

a) The Seller shall be entitled to place a reserve on any Lot and the Auctioneer shall have the right to bid on behalf of the Seller for any Lot on which a reserve has been placed. b) Dunbar Sloane (Auckland) Ltd have the right to withdraw or divide any Lot or to combine any two or more Lots at their sole discretion.

4

a) The Buyer shall forthwith upon the purchase give in his/her name and permanent address. b) The Buyer may be required to pay down forthwith the whole or any part of the Purchase Money, and if he/she fails to do so, the Lot may at the Auctioneers absolute discretion be put up again and resold. c) The Buyer shall pay to Dunbar Sloane (Auckland) Ltd a premium of 15% on the hammer price together with GST at the standard rate on the premium, and agrees that Dunbar Sloane (Auckland), when acting as agent for the Seller, may also receive commission from the Seller.

5

a) Each Lot sold by the Seller thereof with all faults and defects therein and with all errors of description and is to be taken and paid for whether genuine and authentic or not and no compensation shall be paid for the same. b) Dunbar Sloane (Auckland) Ltd act as agents only and neither they nor the Seller are responsible for any faults or defects in any Lot or the correctness of any statement as the authorship, origin, date, age, attribution, genuineness, provenance or condition of any Lot. c) All statements in the Catalogues, Advertisements or Brochures of forthcoming sales as to any of the matters specified in (b) above are statements of opinion, and are not to be relied upon as statements of representations of fact, and intending purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to all of the matters specified in (b) above, as to the physical description of any Lot, and as to whether or not any Lot has been repaired. d) The Seller and Dunbar Sloane (Auckland) Ltd do not make or give, nor has any person in the employment of Dunbar Sloane (Auckland) Ltd any authority to make or give, any representation or warranty. e) In any event neither the Seller nor Dunbar Sloane (Auckland) Ltd are responsible for any representation or warranty, or for any statement in the Catalogues, Advertisements or Brochures of forthcoming sales.

6

Not withstanding any other terms of these conditions, if within 7 days after the sale Dunbar Sloane (Auckland) Ltd have received from the Buyer of any Lot notice in writing that in his view the Lot is deliberate forgery and within 9 days after such notification, the Buyer returns the same to Dunbar Sloane (Auckland) Ltd in the same condition as at the time of sale and satisfies Dunbar Sloane (Auckland) Ltd had considered in the light of the entry in the Catalogue the Lot is a deliberate forgery then the sale of the Lot will be rescinded and the purchase price of the same refunded.

7

a) To prevent inaccuracy in delivery, and inconvenience in settlement of Purchase, no Lot can be taken away during the times of sale, nor can any Lot be taken away unless it has been paid for in full. b) All Lots are to paid for and taken away at the Buyer's expense within TWO days from sale.

8

On failure of a Buyer to take away and pay for any Lot in accordance with Condition 7, Dunbar Sloane (Auckland) Ltd reserves any other right or remedies. i) To resell the Lot or cause it to be resold by public sale, any money paid in part payment being forfeited, any deficiency attending such resale after deducting all costs incurred in connection with the Lot to be made good by the defaulting Buyer, and any surplus to be the Seller's or: ii) To store the Lot or cause it to be stored whether at their own premises or elsewhere at the sole expense of the Buyer, and to release the Lot only after payment in full of the purchase price together with interest there on of 5% above Bank minimum lending rate, the accrued cost of removal, storage and insurance (if any) and all other costs incurred in connection with the Lot. iii) If the Lot has been in store pursuant to (ii) for more than 6 months, to remove the Lot from store and to exercise the right set out in (i).

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catalogue subscription Auckland Office 12 Akepiro Street, Mt Eden, PO Box 68527, Auckland 1145, New Zealand Phone: +64 9 630 9178, Fax: +64 9 630 9173 dunbar.akl@xtra.co.nz www.dunbarsloane.com

AUCKLAND CATALOGUES Please return completed form to Auckland Office, address above. All costs are noted in New Zealand dollars. TICK AREA(S) OF INTEREST Art

Maori & Pacific Artefacts

Collectables

Antiques

Jewellery

Silver

NZ Historical

Militaria

Stamps & Coins

NZ SUBSCRIBERS

AUSTRALIA / PACIFIC

$70.00 for 1 year of catalogues. (3 Minimum)

REST OF THE WORLD

$100.00 for 1 year of catalogues. (3 Minimum)

DETAILS Full Name Address City

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Email

PAYMENT Cheque (enclosed) VISA

AMEX

Credit card Mastercard (Please tick one)

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key staff/location AUCKLAND

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Dunbar russell Sloane Auctioneer, Valuer

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• Maori & Pacific Artefacts • Fine Art • Antiques • Silver • Collectables • Estate Jewellery

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christopher devereAux, M.Sc Jewellery, Auctioneer, Valuer Auckland & Wellington

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12 Akepiro Street, Mt Eden, PO Box 68527, Auckland 1145, New Zealand Phone: (09) 630 9178 • Fax: (09) 630 9173 dunbar.akl@xtra.co.nz • www.dunbarsloane.com

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We are Here [off Charles Street, off Dominion Road] Note: New direct route to Auckland Airport, via the new motorway at the end of Dominion Rd. NB: After 5pm clients can park next door in the James Dunlop courtyard.

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