Sale Preview: September 27th 2025
Sapphire is the birthstone of September and is believed to signify wisdom, loyalty and nobility. Michael Bowman's 2pm auction next Saturday 27th September at Chudleigh Town Hall, offers two sapphires of distinction!
An Art Deco 4.51 carat Sri-Lankan sapphire in platinum and 18ct white gold, has six small millegrain set diamonds to each shoulder and is estimated at £3,000-4,000. A 3.31 carat Burmese sapphire & diamond ring set in platinum has similar hopes. Both come with London Lab Reports verifying that their colours are natural.
A ladies 18ct gold Rolex Datejust bracelet wrist watch will also feature, with expectations of £2,500-3,000.
A 19th century oil on panel by the Spanish artist, Vicente Esquivel, promises to be one of the day's highlights. The artist skilfully captures grain falling from the outstretched hand of a traditionally dressed young woman, to a family of hungry poultry with chicks at her feet. Signed and measuring 13.5" x 10", bidding in the region of £6,000-9,000 are anticipated.
The sale is on view next Friday evening September 26th at Chudleigh between 4pm and 7:30pm and from 10:30am on auction day.