A Queen Anne Silver Tankard
by Thomas Farren, London, 1707

tapering cylindrical and on slightly spreading foot, the hinged flat cover with scroll thumbpiece, with scroll handle, engraved with a coat-of-arms within foliage cartouche
17.6cm high, 25oz 1dwt, 779gr

Provenance:
Nicholas Shaw Antiques, Petworth, 8 May 2004, where acquired by the present owner.

The arms are those of Ogilvie quartering Sinclair of Deskford quartering Grant. This coat-of-arms was used by the family of the Earls of Findlater and of Seafield, though as there is no engraved coronet or mark of cadency it is impossible to say for whom the engraving was actually done. Perhaps most famous in the line was James Ogilvy, 4th Earl of Findlater who was created Earl of Seafield in 1701.

Sold for £2,800
Estimated at £3,000 - £5,000

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Fully marked near rim and on cover. Further marked with maker's mark on handle. There is some modest wear to the marks but each is legible. There is some overall minor surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. The wear is noticeable as a minor softening to the engraving. Overall a nice patina. Some minor bruising to the cover.

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Auction: Fine Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 15th Mar, 2025

Jewellery

In one of the most exciting Jewellery sales in recent years, there are several lots from leading makers including Van Cleef and Arpels, Cartier, Hermes and Chopard, the highlight of which is a rare Magnificent Very Light Pink 8.62 Carat Diamond Necklace signed and numbered by Cartier. Further items from these iconic names include A Mother-of-Pearl Alhambra Necklace and Earring Suite, by Van Cleef & Arpels, A Pair of Diamond Hoop Earrings, by Cartier formed of graduated C de Cartier logo links, A Multi-Gem Set Happy Diamond Pendant on Chain, by Chopard modelled as an articulated clown and An Enamel Ring, by Hermès comprised of three yellow textured entwined bands, each with a central band of enamel decoration in either red, blue or green

Sapphires feature strongly in the sale, including an unusual 18 Carat Gold Star Sapphire Swivel Ring, the oval cabochon star sapphire in a yellow rubbed over setting, with a swivel loop, and An 18 Carat White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Ring. Period jewellery in the sale features An Early-Mid Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Brooch and A Diamond Brooch, circa 1920, the pierced plaque set throughout with old cut and rose cut diamonds.

Watches

The Watches section features a good range of makers and periods, from popular collector’s names such as Jaeger LeCoutre and Rolex, rare military watches and modern makers.

Highlights include a Jaeger LeCoultre Lady's 18 Carat White Gold Diamond Set Reverso Wristwatch, a A Rare Stainless Steel Automatic Calendar Centre Seconds Wristwatch, “Great White” signed Rolex with the original dial and original bracelet, a Second World War German Luftwaffe Pilots Single Push Chronograph Wristwatch circa 1938 and an Omega Rare British Military Royal AirForce “Thin Arrow” signed Omega. Modern makers include a Bremont: A Limited Edition Stainless Steel Automatic Calendar Chronograph Wristwatch, signed Bremont, Chronometer, model: Mustang P-51, number 038 of a limited edition of 251 pieces made, circa 2009.

Silver

The silver section of the sale includes almost 170 lots dating from across five centuries. From the 16^th century is an Elizabeth I silver chalice and paten which last appeared on the public market at Christie’s in 2004. Another early rarity is a Charles II Scottish trefid-spoon which is marked for Edinburgh, circa 1670. It is one of a number of early spoons and items of flatware which are offered in the sale.

Leading the sale is a rare silver-mounted sandstone match-holder in the form of an elephant. Made for Faberge in St Petersburg by his Workmaster Julius Rappoport circa 1890 it is believed to have originated from Clifton Castle, near Ripon. Other European highlights include two 18^th century Maltese sugar-bowls and covers and two charming Dutch silver miniature toys. The 20^th century silver includes the final instalment of napkin-rings from the Lion Collection. The examples offered in this sale include Arts and Crafts examples, made in the very early years of the 20^th century, and later examples by some of the best known silversmiths of the late 20^th century, including Stuart Devlin, Grant MacDonald and Chris Knight.

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