11th Nov, 2023 9:30 GMT/BST
Fine Jewellery, Watches & Silver
2143
A Zimbabwean Silver Model of a Buffalo Bull
by Patrick Mavros, Harare, Circa 1994
realistically modelled, on blackwood base
the base 14.5cm wide, 11cm high, the model 32oz 17dwt, 1,022gr
Sold for £850
Estimated at £400 - £600
Marked underneath with maker’s mark, Zimbabwean silver mark and date letter ‘U’, The base further applied with silver button with maker’s mark and Zimbabwean silver mark. There is some minor surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use.
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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