Diamond Solitire Highlights New York Fine Jewelry Auction
Last Updated on Monday, 10 May 2010 03:21 Written by a2e Monday, 10 May 2010 03:21
An impressive diamond solitaire ring will be of great interest to bidders at Bonhams auction on June 16th The cover lot of the sale it features a rectangular-cut diamond, weighing 10.32 carats. The diamond has extremely desirable proportions and is a coveted shape and size for admirers of emerald-cut diamonds. Accented by a surround of baguette-cut diamonds and accompanied by GIA report stating F color, VVS1 clarity, the ring carries an estimate of $550,000-650,000.
Also certain to attract collectors is a pair of diamond pendant earrings, each suspending a marquise-cut diamond, weighing 3.34 and 3.03 carats. The lot is accompanied by GIA reports stating the 3.34 carat diamond as F color, VS clarity and the 3.03 carat diamond as E color, SI1 clarity. Estimated at $50,000-60,000 the eye-catching piece is further accentuated by a micro-pavé diamond surround and surmount.
A circa 1935, late art deco diamond and emerald strap bracelet is cause for excitement. Designed as three openwork panels, each centers a marquise-shaped diamond within a rectangular surround of smaller marquise, baguette and old European-cut diamonds. Accented by calibré-cut emeralds, the striking piece is estimated at $30,000-50,000.
Highly anticipated is a cultured pearl and diamond necklace by Bulgari. With the collar designed as a series of multiple twin-line sections of pavé-set, round brilliant-cut diamonds and round cultured pearl borders, it carries an estimate of $25,000-35,000. Other lots expected to lure collectors are a diamond solitaire ring centering a 3.84 carat marquise-shaped diamond (est. $35,000-45,000); a Sterle Bracelet from the highly desirable, 1970’s French jeweler know for his fluid designs (est. $15,000-25,000); and a pair of cornucopia clips set with round and baguette-cut diamonds estimated to weigh 17.00 carats (est. 10,000-15,000).
Viewings will be held at Bonhams’ San Francisco galleries from May 21st to May 23rd and at Bonhams’ Los Angeles galleries from June 4th to 6th. Previews will take place at Bonhams’ New York galleries starting on June 12th until the sale date of June 16th. The sale will take place in New York on June 16th at 12 PM EST and will be simulcast to the San Francisco and Los Angeles galleries as well. The illustrated auction catalog for the sale will be online at www.bonhams.com/us in the weeks preceding the preview and auction. For more information about the department, please visit www.bonhams.com/jewelry
Aspire art, antiques, jewelry & books online auction
Last Updated on Monday, 1 March 2010 01:45 Written by a2e Monday, 1 March 2010 01:45
In it’s largest auction in eight years, Aspire Auctions brings the best art, antiques, jewelry & books to online bidders with the best online auction catalogue worldwide. With global consignors & bidders, this is not an auction to miss.
This auction has one of the largest selections of Orientalia including ivories, netsukes, and snuff bottles. Aspire provides estimates, detailed images and condition reports. Many high end jewelry pieces including GIA items. Fine watches are also offered, including Rolex and a Gentleman’s 18k Patek Philippe Gubelin. Tiffany, Steuben, fine porcelains such as Meissen are also in this auction.
Online only, bidding starts Friday 2/26th at 10:am EST. Bidding is live/online and lots close over three days; 3/4-5-6.
View the catalogue and bidding at http://www.aspireauctions.com. 216-231-5515. Preview 2/26-3/3 11-7 daily, closed Sunday. Always reviewing items for auction, from single items, to entire collections and estates.
Next auction consignment deadline is April 23rd for the May 2010 auction. Aspire Auctions Inc. is one of the largest grossing auction house between Chicago and New York and the most profitable firm, headquartered in Cleveland Ohio. Three locations to serve USA clients with appraisals and free auction estimates. Send inquiries to info@aspireauctions.com or call for an appointment. Walk-ins welcomed. Everyday we offer free appraisals, 11-5.
