16th Nov, 2022 11:00
Jewellery, Watches & Silver
464
An Omani silver incense burner, the pierced domed cover and embossed lobed body set with cabochon coloured stones, and having gilt liner, the dished circular base engraved with vignettes, stamped 925 and Royama, 37cm high, 55oz overall.
This lot is from the estate of the late Baroness Howe of Idlicote CBE (1932-2022), life peer and crossbench member of the House of Lords (2001-2020), widow of Geoffrey Howe, Baron Howe of Aberavon CH, PC, QC.
Sold for £800
Estimated at £400 - £600
An Omani silver incense burner, the pierced domed cover and embossed lobed body set with cabochon coloured stones, and having gilt liner, the dished circular base engraved with vignettes, stamped 925 and Royama, 37cm high, 55oz overall.
This lot is from the estate of the late Baroness Howe of Idlicote CBE (1932-2022), life peer and crossbench member of the House of Lords (2001-2020), widow of Geoffrey Howe, Baron Howe of Aberavon CH, PC, QC.
In good condition overall, though one of the green enamel plaques to the column is missing. Minor knocks and scratches.
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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 16th Nov, 2022
