English 17th Century - Two Silver Pendant Seals and Thimble > Lot No. 605

Description:
Circa mid-17th century AD. Two silver pendant 'chessman' seals, the first with rectangular section shank and circular loop, the circular face intaglio engraved with a standing skeleton holding a sand-timer and arrow, with foliage to sides; the second similar with the oval face intaglio engraved with a horse and rider. WITH: a silver thimble with a frieze of fleurs around the base and two cherubs supporting a pair of hearts, each hand engraved with the letter 'M'; maker's mark 'BG' (possibly Benjamin Gurdon of London?).

Measurements:
Height 24.25, 15.62 and 21.7mm.

Condition:
Both seals and thimble fine with slight abrasions only, the second seal with minor distortion to the loop.

Export licence:
No

Estimate: £90 - 120 (EUR 110 - 140; USD 140 - 190)

Auction date: Friday 19th March 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH

Sold for: £270