DECEMBER EXCEPTIONAL ESTATES AUCTION

Chinese Celadon JADE CHILONG Dragon Libation Cup

PIERRE BITTAR Lake Como Oil on Canvas Painting

3.23 Carat DIAMOND RING, GIA Certified, appr $35k

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Clearwater, FL, United States

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DECEMBER EXCEPTIONAL ESTATES AUCTION

Blackwell Auctions

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Blackwell Auctions is pleased to offer some outstanding estate items in its December 10 auction, including several paintings and woodblock prints by listed artists, fine jewelry (including an approx 3-carat diamond solitaire ring -- GIA certified E COLOR, SI-2), a six-foot half hull model of a sidewheel steamship, antique Chinese snuff bottles, a rare Chinese jade qilong dragon bowl, several old firearms and swords, postage stamp albums, U.S. silver and gold coins, furniture and rugs. Auction starts promptly at noon EST on December 10. Contact us for additional information. www.blackwellauctions.com. Please see Terms for bidding, payment and shipping information.

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Ornate ART DECO Period Mesh Purse Handbag: Stunning vintage Art Deco era mesh bag with green, yellow and gold designs on an off-white field. Gold-tone frame. Measures 5-3/8" wide (frame) and 7" high (14" drop from top of chain to fringe). A

0001: Ornate ART DECO Period Mesh Purse HandbagEst. US$80-US$120

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MOORCROFT Pomegranate Flared Cylinder 3-1/2" Vase: Gorgeous vintage Moorcroft "Pomegranate" pattern miniature cabinet vase. No repairs. Small chip on base edge. No rim issues at all. No crazing visible to naked eye. Desirable pattern.

0002: MOORCROFT Pomegranate Flared Cylinder 3-1/2" VaseEst. US$100-US$150

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19C Russian Silver ST PANTELEIMON Icon Pendant: Antique 19th century Russian icon of St. Panteleimon holding his healing box of medicines, with hallmarks along bottom edge. Handpainted panel behind hand-chased silver frame and picture. Measures

0003: 19C Russian Silver ST PANTELEIMON Icon PendantEst. US$300-US$500

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Meiji Era Japanese Carved IVORY Fishmonger Figure: Circa 1900 Japanese carved (African) elephant ivory statue of a man with a hatchet in one hand and a doomed fish in the other. Stands about 6" high. Balanced very well on feet -- no instability at

0004: Meiji Era Japanese Carved IVORY Fishmonger FigureEst. US$200-US$300

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GR TURNBULL 19C English Forest Scene Oil on Board: Dated 1872 and signed "G.R. Turnbull" lower right, this wonderful oil on board (Winsor & Newton Academy board) depicts two cows enjoying a serene forest stream. Two-thirds of the way up, amidst the

0005: GR TURNBULL 19C English Forest Scene Oil on BoardEst. US$200-US$400Lot Passed

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Art Deco & Egyptian Revival Costume Jewelry Lot: Four vintage costume jewelry items (6 pieces total), including an Art Deco sterling silver and amber demi-parure (brooch and pair of clip earrings), a stickpin, a sterling silver Scottish claymore

0006: Art Deco & Egyptian Revival Costume Jewelry LotEst. US$100-US$200

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BAILEY BANKS & BIDDLE Sterling Enamel 9-3/8" Spoon: An exceptionally fine, late 19th century serving piece. Highly ornate, hand-enameled sterling silver openwork serving spoon by Bailey Banks & Biddle. Gold wash. Some minor enamel wear. No losses.

0007: BAILEY BANKS & BIDDLE Sterling Enamel 9-3/8" SpoonEst. US$200-US$300

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Royal Doulton THE BEGGAR Porcelain Figurine hn2175: Royal Doulton "The Beggar" figurine, about 7" high. No cracks, chip, repairs or other faults. Excellent condition. One of several Royal Doulton figurines in this auction.

0008: Royal Doulton THE BEGGAR Porcelain Figurine hn2175Est. US$80-US$120Lot Passed

Antique French Mother of Pearl Opera Glasses: Old Colmont of Paris mother-of-pearl opera glasses, retailed by Goodman Bros. of Columbus, Ohio. Excellent condition, with good optics, easily focused.

0009: Antique French Mother of Pearl Opera GlassesEst. US$100-US$150Lot Passed

French Gilt Bronze Rococo Double Inkwell Stand: Antique double inkwell, highly ornate. 10-1/2" wide. Signed "DL, No. 9, Depose" on the underside. Fine condition.

0010: French Gilt Bronze Rococo Double Inkwell StandEst. US$120-US$180Lot Passed

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Bronze Statue of Praying Young Girl: Bronze figure on marble base of girl kneeling in prayer. Measures 9" high.

0011: Bronze Statue of Praying Young GirlEst. US$100-US$150

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French Ormolu Mounted Burlwood Writing Desk: Modern Louis XV style French burl wood finish desk with ormolu mounts. 32" tall, 43-1/2" wide. **This item must be shipped via freight or cargo services -- we will provide you with a list of vendors

0012: French Ormolu Mounted Burlwood Writing DeskEst. US$300-US$400

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Blue & White Chinese Floral Porcelain Garden Seat: Flowers and birds, lavishly decorated. 18-1/2" high. **The cost of packing this item and shipping via UPS or USPS may be significant due to labor, materials and dimensional weight -- please contact

0013: Blue & White Chinese Floral Porcelain Garden SeatEst. US$100-US$150

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TURKISH TRIBAL Hand-Tied Oriental Rug 4x7: Measuring 49" x 81", this handmade rug has 10 medallions, with light field and red, blue and orange colors. Nice condition.

0014: TURKISH TRIBAL Hand-Tied Oriental Rug 4x7Est. US$200-US$300

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JOHN SILK DECKARD 2 Signed Etchings: Two etchings by listed artist Deckard (American, 1938-1994), framed and matted together, one titled "Siren's Song," the other "Power Struggle." Each one measures 12" x 16", framed in 32-1/4" x

0015: JOHN SILK DECKARD 2 Signed EtchingsEst. US$200-US$300Lot Passed

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EMILE ALEXANDRE Miniature Oil on Board Painting: Small European painting, signed lower right "Alexandre," in ornate frame. Attributed to listed artist Emile Alexandre (Belgian, 1935-1973). Label on back has addresses with no zip codes, which dates

0016: EMILE ALEXANDRE Miniature Oil on Board PaintingEst. US$100-US$200

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Watercolor DONALD BLOOM Listed Artist City Scene: Sidewalk fruit vendor watercolor by listed artist Don Bloom (American, b. 1932). Measures 17-1/2" x 21-1/2" in 26-1/2" x 30-1/2" frame. **The cost of packing this item and shipping via UPS or USPS

0017: Watercolor DONALD BLOOM Listed Artist City SceneEst. US$100-US$200Lot Passed

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Collection of BARBER Silver Dimes & Half Dollars: 14 Barber dimes from 1900-1916. 10 Barber halves from 1905-1915. Conditions vary.

0018: Collection of BARBER Silver Dimes & Half DollarsEst. US$150-US$200

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16 MORGAN SILVER DOLLARS, all 1921: Conditions vary.

0019: 16 MORGAN SILVER DOLLARS, all 1921Est. US$300-US$400

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14k Gold 7mm PEARL Double Strand Necklace: Necklace 16" long with 7mm cultured pearls.

0020: 14k Gold 7mm PEARL Double Strand NecklaceEst. US$200-US$300

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ELGIN Hunter Case Pocket Watch: Size 12, gold-filled, hunter case pocket watch. Running condition.

0021: ELGIN Hunter Case Pocket WatchEst. US$200-US$300

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ELGIN Hunter Case Pocket Watch size 16: Size 16, gold-filled, hunter case pocket watch. Running sporadically.

0022: ELGIN Hunter Case Pocket Watch size 16Est. US$120-US$180Lot Passed

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10k Gold AMETHYST Ring: Center amethyst is about 10 carats. Total weight 7.2 grams. Size 6-1/4.

0023: 10k Gold AMETHYST RingEst. US$200-US$300

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DIAMOND SOLITAIRE .40 carat 14k Yellow Gold: Diamond is .40 carat, VS-2, H-I color. Size 6-1/4. Weighs 1.8 grams.

0024: DIAMOND SOLITAIRE .40 carat 14k Yellow GoldEst. US$400-US$600

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