Lot 1. An early 18th century presentation commemorative portrait miniature, diamond, ruby and enamel pendant for King George I. Estimate £4,500 – £6,000 ($6,395 - $8,526). Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2016.

The central glazed oval miniature depicting the bust of King George I in armour wearing the sash of the Most Noble Order of the Garter, within a closed-set old-cut diamond and ruby border, the reverse with glazed gilt wire monogram GVR beneath a crown on plaited hair within the blue enamel motto of the Order of the Garter 'HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE', suspending a single pearl drop, to a diamond and ruby openwork crown surmount, to a later neckchain, 4.0cm

Please note that the pearl has not been tested for natural origin

Provenance: Property of a European lady acquired prior to 1985

Christie's. JEWELLERY, 6 April 2016, London, South Kensington