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Sotheby’s auction to led The Carmine Rose, an 8.08 carat pigeon blood red Ruby   Sotheby’s Hong Kong is scheduled on 29 April 2022 to present Magnificent Jewels: Part I, in a live auction format featuring a colourful curation of gemstones and coloured diamonds, led The Carmine Rose, an 8.08 carat pigeon blood red Ruby and Diamond Ring and a 9.66 carat Sapphire and Diamond Ring Designed by Nicholas Lieou, the rainbow is complete with coloured diamonds ranging from Fancy Red to Fancy Vivid Pink, Blue, Bluish Green and Yellow.   Alongside the rainbow of jewels, a fine selection of antique signed jewellery such as a Diamond Necklace, 1910 and a Diamond Tiara/ Necklace, 1930 both by Cartier seamlessly complement modern, iconic signed jewels by household names such as Van Cleef & Arpels, showcasing the iconic Mystery Set patented technique. Finally, an extraordinary ‘Imperial Green’ jadeite bead necklace presents itself in translucent, saturated fashion, completing the Spr...

When it will be offered without reserve, with purchase accepted in Cryptocurrency   Ahead of a Single-Lot Online Auction from 3 - 9 February  Named, The Enigma, this diamond is a true natural phenomenon. Much more than a jewel, it is a unique and precious object of curiosity. Weighing a staggering 555.55 carats and presenting exactly 55 facets, The Enigma is a marvel of rarity and size, and its brilliance and high polish are a testament to the delicate and highly skilled undertaking of diamond cutting. This diamond has been treasured for over two decades by the owner, and the diamond itself has never been exhibited publicly or offered on the open market, so we are thrilled to have the opportunity to tell its story to the world. Its sale represents an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to acquire one of the rarest, billion-year-old cosmic wonders known to humankind.” Nikita Binani, Sotheby’s Jewellery Specialist & Head of Sale, London. “We are honoured that Dubai has been c...

                An Architectural Masterpiece of 63.66-carat pear-shaped achieves US$6m               A Sensational Jadeite Bangle of weighing 277.673 carats sells for US$3.9m   Two breathtaking bangles, each representing in their very own way the pinnacle of bracelet design, stole the show at Sotheby’s Hong Kong, a diamond and rock crystal bracelet combining the legendary artistry and craftsmanship of Cartier with a phenomenal 63.66-carat pear-shaped internally flawless white diamond, sold for HK$46,877,000 / US$6,036,350. A sensational jadeite bangle weighing 277.673 carats and described by the SSEF laboratory as “a true treasure of nature” achieved HK$30,425,000 / US$3,917,830. The bangle carries a subtle range of green to vivid green colours that is characteristic of the finest green jadeite-jade from Burma (Myanmar).   The two pieces were offered in the ‘Magnificent Jewels’ sale which totall...

  Sotheby’s Magnificent Jewels Auction on 9 December Sotheby’s announces Live Auction on 9 December Magnificent Jewels in New York is headlined by exquisite jewels from the collections of Cecile Zilkha and Marylou Whitney and complemented by an exceptional group of top-quality Fancy Colored diamonds in hues of red, blue, orange, pink, green and yellow.  For connoisseurs of design, there is a rich selection of vintage jewels by Cartier, Boivin, Belperron and Schlumberger and a stunning group of Art Deco masterpieces by Boucheron, Bulgari, Cartier and Yard.   Renowned for her timeless elegance, dedicated philanthropy, and lifelong interest in the arts, Cecile’s collection reflects her iconic sense of style and affection for objects of superlative quality and craftsmanship.  Marylou Whitney, a generous philanthropist, thoroughbred breeder, arts patron, devoted wife and mother, and glamorous society hostess. Known in the racing world as the “Queen of Saratoga,” Marylou w...

Online Auction-Geneva, 2–12 November 2020   Sotheby’s is excited to present a sale of Important Watches Part II, format like no other before in Geneva from 2 & up to 12 November 2020. This season we are offering two sessions of fantastic watches, one online and one live, in a single day of luxury sales that spans jewellery, cars and accessories.   Highlighting the sales are highly complicated offerings from Audemars Piguet and Hublot, sports Rolex from vintage Daytona to Sea-Dwellers and Submariners, and a selection of world-famous independent brands such as Greuebel Forsey and F.P. Journe. Illustrated here is F.P. Journe, Octa Automatique Reserve De Marche platinum wristwatch with digital date display and 5-day power reserve indication circa 2007. Building his first tourbillon at the age of 25, Francois-Paul Journe began his watchmaking career in 1985 making unique watches for private clients from a small Parisian workshop. Dedicated to providing the highest quality a...

Sotheby’s Online Auction, October 30   In a Sotheby’s Online Auction, Geneva, the Lots Begin Closing on 30 October 2020. Focussing here is, Graff’s Contrast & Colour, The Purity of Colour!   “From the way we bring diamonds together through the skillful  cutting of the stone to the making of each special piece, this is a great art form. We design what we consider to be the world’s finest jewellery. For us, it is essential that a jewel should have a mystique. There must be something enthralling and beautiful about it to capture the imagination” says Graff. Adding more Laurence Graff focuses on the Purity of Colour! Many artists have embraced the use of a single colour to make impactful and dynamic works, and just as demonstrated in coloured jewels, focusing on only one shade can reveal previously unseen depths. Indeed, Yves Klein believed that monochromatic paintings invited viewers to immerse themselves “in the immeasurable existence of color”.  Klein is, of c...

  Magnificent Jewels and Noble Jewels sale on November 11   This November the Magnificent Jewels and Noble Jewels sale presents iconic designs from the world’s most prestigious jewellery houses, such as Van Cleef & Arpels and Cartier among others. The sale also features beautiful coloured diamonds, exceptional coloured stones and magnificent jewels from the early 19th century to the present day. Sotheby’s Magnificent Jewels and Noble Jewels, Geneva announced live Auction on 11 November 2020 with important private collection of Harry Winston (HW), Important fancy coloured diamond necklace is estimate to raise about 825,000 - 1,375,000 CHF.   Focussing here is Harry Winston, Important fancy coloured diamond necklace! Composed of a line of variously cut fancy coloured diamonds weighing from 0.78 to 1.30 carats, alternating with brilliant-cut diamonds, length approximately 370mm, signed Harry Winston, maker's mark, French assay mark for platinum.   Harry Wi...

  Sotheby’s London auction on October 15   Sotheby’s announces its’ Fine Jewels, London auction on 15 October 2020, 6:30 PM IST. “Lots close independently at one-minute intervals; closure times are subject to change”, said Sotheby’s.   London’s Weekly Edit of Fine Jewels contains an eclectic mix of period, vintage, retro and contemporary jewels. Notable designers include Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels and Tiffany & Co.  From a collection of mid-19th century Etruscan Revival jewels including a Neapolitan coral and diamond parure from the 1850s to a Kashmir sapphire ring dating from the 1960s, the sale encompasses a wide selection of jewels catering to all tastes.                                    Focussing here is, Emerald And Diamond Bracelet, of strap design, the clasp composed of confronted scroll motifs pavé-set with circular-cut diamonds and accented with calibré-cut...

  Sold for US$15,694,870 at Sotheby’s!   D Colour Flawless Oval Diamond named, Maiko Star!   Moments ago at Sotheby’s Hong Kong, one of the earth’s rarest and most coveted wonders – a highly important 102.39-carat D Colour Flawless Oval Diamond - sold for HK$121,562,000 / US$15,694,870 in an unprecedented single-lot live auction. Offered without reserve-a first at auction for a lot of this importance and inherent value, the diamond attracted enormous interest and a flurry of bids, taking it quickly from HK$1 to well over HK$100m.  Some of those bids were also placed online, the highest of which was HK$85m / US$10.97m - the highest value bid ever placed on a jewel online.  The winning bid, though, came over the phone from a private collector in Japan, who, shortly after the sale, renamed the diamond the ‘Maiko Star’, after his second daughter.     This now establishes a family tradition: last year, the same collector purchased another important diam...

  D Colour, Flawless Oval 102.39 carat diamond at Sotheby’s live Auction!   Sotheby’s announces live auction on October 5, 2020 at Hong Kong! This autumn, Sotheby’s is present one of the rarest and most coveted wonders of nature: A Highly Important 102.39 carat D Colour Flawless Oval Diamond. Only seven D colour Internally Flawless or Flawless white diamonds over 100 carats have been sold at auction, making this the eighth.  In an unprecedented move, this perfect diamond will be offered without reserve. This approach marks the first time in auction history that a diamond of this calibre, or any work of art or an object of such importance and inherent value, will be offered in this way.   A highly important feature is that the diamond is unmounted! The oval brilliant cut diamond weighing 102.39 carats accompanied by GIA report no. 2205118593, dated 3 September 2020, stating that the diamond is D Colour, Flawless, Excellent Polish and Symmetry; also accompanied by a ...

eCommerce in Asia by Sotheby’s and Jing on March 29 Sotheby’s and Jing Daily bring together global thought leaders in the luxury industry for The Future of luxury: eCommerce in Asia, a conference held in Hong Kong. Expert speakers from LVMH, Équité, Tencent, Azoya International, McKinsey, Farfetch and others, addressed on various topics. Key focus remained on the area of, 1: How to win, serve and retain digitally savvy luxury consumers, 2: The top risk luxury brands are making online, 3: China’s soaring cross-border eCommerce market, Challenges Artificial Intelligence will raising for luxury brands! Contemporary artist Daniel Arsham will also lead a special keynote session on the collaboration between luxury marketers and cultural content providers. “Asia has long been a driver of the luxury markets and understanding buyer behavior and the opportunity in the region is critical for future growth,” commented Laurence Nicolas, Sotheby’s Global Managing Director, Jewel...

Mesmerizing 10.62 Carat Fancy Vivid Blue Diamond Ring to lead the auction Holiday treasures at Sotheby’s NY is announced the preview! Un-wrap Magnificent Jewels this December would include A Mesmerizing 10.62-Carat Fancy Vivid Blue Diamond Ring to lead the auction is estimated of $20 to 30 million. Another key jewels from the collection of Barbara Sinatra is also featuring her 20.60-carat diamond engagement ring, gifted to her by Frank in a Glass of Champagne would be brought at holiday treasures at Sotheby’s NY. Just in time for the holidays, Sotheby’s Magnificent Jewels sale is set to take place on 4 December. Leading the sale is a rare and mesmerizing pear-shaped 10.62-carat Fancy Vivid Blue Diamond. In addition to diamonds and gemstones of the very highest quality, the event will showcase signed jewels with extraordinary provenance, headlined by the collections of Barbara Sinatra, Margaretta “Happy” Rockefeller, and several distinguished private collections. ...