Duke’s is holding an auction featuring close to 500 lots of silver, jewellery, watches and coins on Thursday, March 23, including widely recognised makers such as Cartier, Faberge, Heuer, Rolex, Smiths, Omar Ramsden and Omega, just to name a few.
A sapphire and diamond pendant set in white gold is a sale highlight. Originally from Sri Lanka (Ceylon) this stunning violet piece is coming to auction with a pre-sale estimate of £5,000-£10,000.

Other highlights include an Omega Speedmaster on a NATO black military strap, a gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual watch and large collection of gold Queen Elizabeth Sovereigns.
There is no lack of marked silver either, hundreds of years old and by renowned makers such as Thomas Barker, London.
These silver lots are a valued investment – for example, a pair of George V silver pillar candlesticks, iconic in design and a real showstopper when sat upon a dining room table.
Viewing begins at Duke’s Dorchester Fine Art Saleroom on Saturday, March 18, at 9.30am and continues again on Monday, March 20, from 9.30am until the morning of the auction.
For more information and to view the fully illustrated online catalogue visit Duke’s website, www.dukes-auctions.com