Exquisite Gemstones & Gifts
Volume 30, Number 4
Exquisite Gemstones & Gifts Jewelry is a gift that transcends time, continuously coloring life with radiance. Whether gifting sparkling diamonds and rare gemstones or adding designer creations and antique jewels to your collection, fine jewelry remains timeless.
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A trove of treasures within 4-11 Diamonds
32-35 Paraibas
12-19 Sapphires
36-37 Intaglios
20-21 Emeralds
38-45 Gold
22-25 Rubies
46-47 Alexandrites
26-27 Pearls
48-49 Aquamarines
28-29 Garnets
50-55 Iconic Jewelers
30-31 Tourmalines
56-73 Luxury Gifts
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Diamonds, eternally precious
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FANCY VIVID YELLOW AND GOLCONDA DIAMOND RING GIA Certified | Circa 1910 Fancy vivid yellow diamond: 3.74 ct. Golconda-type white diamond: 3.52 ct. A breathtaking combination of two of the world’s finest diamonds, this ring displays a stunning fancy vivid yellow diamond and an important D color Golconda-type white diamond, both certified by the GIA as Internally Flawless. A Belle Époque-era delight, the ring’s beautiful garland design perfectly frames the oval- and lozenge-cut diamonds. It is exceptionally rare to find two diamonds of similar size and equally exquisite quality in a period setting. 18K yellow gold and platinum. #31-7472 | $648,500 | %
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DIAMONDS
OLD MINE-CUT DIAMOND CONVERTIBLE NECKLACE, TIARA & BRACELET Crafted with over 95.00 carats of dazzling Old Mine-cut diamonds, this circa 1810 convertible tiara can transform into a diamond necklace or bracelet. A stunning one-of-a-kind rarity, the breathtaking tiara showcases the influence of Empress Joséphine Bonaparte, who revived the popularity of extravagant necklaces and tiaras in aristocratic fashion. The showstopping statement piece comes in its custom original box from Parisian jeweler Lambert Vormus.
DIAMONDS
Diamond Necklace, Bracelet and Tiara Over 95.00 ctw. | Circa 1810 Necklace: 15” length. Bracelet: 7” length. 14K gold.
#31-6681 | Price upon request | %
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FANCY DEEP BLUE DIAMOND RING GIA Certified Fancy deep blue diamond: 1.50 ct. Purplish pink diamonds: 0.59 ctw. 18K rose gold and platinum. This exceptional blue diamond is classified as a coveted fancy deep blue, one of the rarest types of all fancy colored diamonds. Certified by the GIA as Internally Flawless, this diamond possesses the same hue as the iconic Hope Diamond. The 1.50-carat diamond’s beauty is multiplied by two GIA-certified fancy vivid purplish pink diamonds flanking the exquisite center blue diamond. #31-6682 | Price upon request | %
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FANCY VIVID PINK DIAMOND RING GIA Certified Fancy vivid pink diamond: 1.24 ct. Blue diamonds: 0.52 ctw. 18K gold and platinum. A dazzling rarity, this superb pink diamond is certified by the GIA as being completely untreated and displaying SI2 clarity. The very best pink diamonds are graded “fancy vivid,” and display an intensely saturated color as seen in this breathtaking natural fancy vivid pink diamond. The gemstone’s alluring rosy hue is further accentuated by two GIA-certified fancy blue diamonds. #31-7533 | Price upon request | %
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MELLERIO DIAMOND STOMACHER BROOCH Circa 1840-1860 6" length x 4" wide. Antique gold and silver. This remarkable 19th-century stomacher brooch showcases the exquisite artistry of Mellerio, the oldest jewelry firm in France. Crowned by a spray of diamond flowerheads, the en tremblant brooch moves with the wearer, multiplying its brilliance. The floral panel and cascading trellis-work section can each be worn separately. Founded in 1613, Mellerio was the favored jeweler of regal patrons including the Medici family and Marie Antoinette. #31-6799 | $248,500 | 0 %
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Sapphires, a brilliant rainbow
Untreated Padparadscha Ring GRS Certified Padparadscha sapphire: 10.16 ct. Diamonds: Approx. 4.00 ctw. Platinum. #31-7541 | $298,500 | %
Orange Sapphire Ring GIA Certified Orange sapphire: 14.01 ct. Diamonds: Approx. 6.50 ctw. 18K white gold. #31-5075 | $148,500 | 0 %
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Sapphires appear in a captivating array of hues, from the breathtaking pink sunrise of the Padparadscha, the rarest of all sapphires, to fiery orange and golden yellow.
Untreated Golden Sapphire Ring GIA Certified Golden sapphire: 58.50 ct. Diamonds: 0.56 ctw. 18K yellow gold. #31-5762 | $178,500 | 0 %
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Sapphire Mesh Bracelet C. Dunaigre Certified Sapphires: 62.73 ctw. 7" length. Platinum.
#31-7376 | $148,500 | 0 %
The 494 blue sapphires in this bracelet hail from both Ceylon and Madagascar, and the mesh setting allows the bracelet to move with the wearer, much like a supple piece of silk.
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KASHMIR SAPPHIRE RING BY BULGARI Gübelin Certified | SSEF Appendix Letter Kashmir sapphire: 11.42 ct. Diamonds: 1.50 ctw. Platinum. The finest of all blue sapphires, this peerless Kashmir sapphire is a singular treasure. The velvety blue beauty is completely untreated, naturally radiating with an exquisite color and crystal clear transparency. Accompanied by its coveted appendix letter from the Swiss Gemological Institute, the gem is in a class of its own. Set by esteemed Italian jewelry house Bulgari, the prestige of this Kashmir gemstone is matched by the cachet of the famed designer. #31-7403 | Price upon request | % "A natural sapphire from Kashmir of this size and quality can be considered rare and exceptional." – Swiss Gemological Institute Appendix Letter
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VAN CLEEF & ARPELS CEYLON SAPPHIRE RING SSEF Appendix Letter | Signed "Van Cleef & Arpels" Ceylon sapphire: 25.17 ct. Diamonds: Approx. 2.75 ctw. Platinum. The breathtaking color and rarity of this natural, unheated Ceylon sapphire is perfectly presented in this ring by famed French jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels. The exceptional cushion-cut gem exhibits the ideal velvety blue hue and is further distinguished by its accompanying appendix letter – an honor only bestowed upon the finest gemstones. Bold in design and expertly crafted, this ring embodies the style and artistry for which Van Cleef & Arpels is renowned across the globe. #31-6778 | Price upon request | % "A remarkable size and weight combined with an attractive color and very fine purity." – Swiss Gemological Institute Appendix Letter
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SAPPHIRES
Sapphire Ballerina Ring Circa 1960 Sapphire: 7.92 ct. Diamonds: Approx. 2.50 ctw. 17K-18K gold. #31-7245 | $75,000 | 0 %
Inspired by the flowing tulle of a dancer's tutu, the classic ballerina design was first invented in the 1950s, and the style exudes Old Hollywood glamour and timeless elegance.
Ceylon Sapphire Heart Earrings GRS Certified Sapphires: 6.11 ctw. Diamonds: 2.18 ctw. 1 /2" length. Platinum.
#31-7377 | $98,500 | 0 %
Romantic and beautiful, the exceptional heart-shaped sapphires in this classic pair of earrings originate from the storied mines of Ceylon and dazzle with the perfect royal blue hue.
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Oscar Heyman Pink and Purple Sapphire Bracelet GIA and GRS Certified Pink and purple sapphires: 42.25 ctw. Diamonds: 4.25 ctw. Platinum. #31-7079 | $298,500 | %
Founded in New York in 1912, Oscar Heyman jewelry is celebrated throughout the world for marrying impeccable craftsmanship with highquality gemstones.
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SAPPHIRES
Untreated Lilac Sapphire Necklace C. Dunaigre Certified Lilac sapphires: 47.52 ctw. Diamonds: 6.33 ctw. 16" Length. Platinum. #31-7375 | $148,500 | 0 %
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EMERALDS
Untreated Russian Emerald Ring GRS Certified Emerald: 4.48 ct. Diamonds: 1.65 ctw. Platinum.
#31-5283 | $160,000 | 0 %
A coveted rarity first discovered deep in the Ural Mountains, Russian emeralds have long been prized for their breathtaking crystal clarity, brilliance and forest green hues.
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EMERALDS
Colombian Emerald Ring Rodrigo Giraldo Certified Emerald: 5.71 ct. Diamonds: 2.60 ctw. 18K yellow gold and platinum. #31-5098 | $360,000 | %
For centuries, Colombian emeralds have been highly desired for their incomparable, lush green hue, which is free of any blue undertones.
Emeralds, a world of verdant beauty Untreated Zambian Emerald Ring AGL and GIA Certified Emerald: 2.74 ct. Diamonds: 1.19 ctw. 18K yellow gold and platinum. #31-5753 | $90,000 | 0 %
Zambian Emerald Bypass Ring AGL Certified Emeralds: 5.15 ctw. Diamonds: 0.51 ctw. 18K yellow gold and platinum. #31-7374 | $68,500 | 0 %
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Untreated Ruby Ring American International GemLab and Asian Institute of Gemological Sciences Certified Ruby: 10.06 ct. Diamonds: Approx. 2.50 ctw. Platinum. #31-6782 | $375,000 | %
Rubies, ravishing in red Oscar Heyman Burma Ruby Earrings C. Dunaigre Certified Rubies: 4.02 ctw. Diamonds: 2.83 ctw. Platinum.
#31-7071 | $128,500 | 0 %
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UNTREATED MADAGASCAR RUBY RING Gübelin Certified Ruby: 6.66 ct. Diamonds: 1.31 ctw. Platinum. Displaying the striking crimson hue for which the stones are so beloved, this radiant red ruby is certified by Gübelin as originating in the Didy Mines of Madagascar, the site of exceptional ruby discoveries in recent decades. A captivating marvel, the red gem is completely natural, with no heat treatments to enhance its bold color. Accented by white diamonds, the cushion-shaped ruby dazzles the eye. #31-5757 | $498,500 | %
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RUBIES
UNTREATED KASHMIR RUBY RING GIA Certified
Ruby: 3.82 ct. Diamonds: Approx. 1.50 ctw. Platinum. This very rare cushion-shaped, brilliant-cut ruby is stunning. Certified by the GIA as being completely free of treatment, this exceptional ruby originates from the illustrious Kashmir mines, the source of some of the most highly coveted gemstones in the world. The purplish-red gem is placed in an elegant diamondencrusted platinum setting with an elevated profile, enhancing the ring’s radiant effect. #31-6781 | $198,500 | 0 %
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Burma Ruby and Diamond Necklace GIA Certified Rubies: Approx. 138.00 ctw. Diamonds: Approx. 35.00 ctw. 16" length. 18K white gold. #30-7850 | $228,500 | 0 %
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Tiffany & Co. Black Pearl Dragonfly Brooch Diamonds: 4.87 ctw. Tahitian pearl. Sapphire accents. 21/4" length. Platinum.
#31-7437 | $29,850 | 0 %
Pearls, treasures of the sea Tiffany & Co. Frog Pearl Earrings Diamonds: Approx. 2.50 ctw. White pearl, black pearl, emerald accents. Platinum. #31-7425 | $28,850 | 0 %
One of the most celebrated names in jewelry, Tiffany & Co. has attracted the most affluent clientele for more than 180 years, counting royalty and celebrities among its list of devotees.
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South Sea Pearl Necklace 13-15 mm. | 29 Pearls 18K white gold ball clasp. 17" length. #30-8981 | $38,500 | 0 %
Cultivated in the elusive gold-lipped oyster only found in the waters of the South Pacific, South Sea pearls are revered for their soft iridescence, radiant luster and incredible size.
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Raymond Yard Demantoid Garnet Earrings AGL and GIA Certified Demantoid garnets: 8.79 ctw. Diamonds: 2.13 ctw. VS2 and VVS2 clarity. 1" length. Platinum. #31-5133 | $283,500 | %
Coveted by collectors, demantoid garnets rival the depth of color of an emerald and the brilliance of a diamond. Finding a pair of the highly rare gemstones in such impressive size is exceptional.
Garnets, a colorful delight Oscar Heyman Mandarin Garnet Earrings C. Dunaigre Certified Mandarin garnets: 9.54 ctw. Diamonds: 0.74 ctw. Platinum. #31-7380 | $38,500 | 0 %
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Antique Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Lizard Brooch Circa 1900 | Italian Demantoid garnets. Rose-cut diamonds. 4" length. 18K yellow gold. #31-7412 | $22,850 | 0 %
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Art Deco Tourmaline Pendant Circa 1930 Tourmaline: 80.71 ct. Diamonds: Approx. 2.00 ctw. Platinum. #31-5503 | $195,000 | 0 %
H. Stern Tourmaline and Diamond Earrings Tourmalines: 7.00 ctw. Diamonds accents. 2" length. 18K white gold. #31-2919 | $19,850 | 0 %
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Tourmalines, radiant and refined Oscar Heyman Lagoon Tourmaline Ring C. Dunaigre Certified Tourmaline: 5.45 ct. Diamonds: 1.05 ctw. Platinum.
#31-7383 | $54,500 | 0 %
Oscar Heyman Rubellite Earrings with Paraiba Accents C. Dunaigre Certified Rubellites: 4.55 ctw. Paraibas: 1.12 ctw. Platinum.
#31-7381 | $28,850 | 0 %
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Paraibas, a glowing phenomena
Oscar Heyman Paraiba Bracelet C. Dunaigre Certified Paraibas: 25.50 ctw. Diamonds: 2.94 ctw. 7" length. Platinum.
#31-7392 | $440,000 | %
Combining Oscar Heyman's prized artistry with coveted Paraiba jewels, this dazzling bracelet alternates fifteen of the superb greenish-blue gems with thirty pear-shaped white diamonds.
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Brazilian Paraiba Ring AGL Certified Paraiba: 2.96 ctw. Diamonds: 2.31 ctw. Platinum.
#31-5749 | $158,500 | 0 %
Brazilian Paraiba Earrings GIA Certified Paraibas: 3.22 ctw. Diamonds: 1.93 ctw. 2 /3" length. Platinum.
#31-5765 | $190,000 | 0 %
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PARAIBA
UNTREATED BRAZILIAN PARAIBA AGL and GRS Certified Paraiba: 6.06 ct. Diamonds: 1.50 ctw. Platinum. Remarkably rare for its size and stunning untreated color, this Paraiba tourmaline ranks in a class of its own. Most Brazilian Paraiba gems rarely reach 2.00 carats and require heating to achieve the ideal hue. This 6.06-carat jewel with the perfect greenish-blue color is an all-natural marvel and is certified by the American Gemological Laboratories and GemResearch Swisslabs. Accented by 1.50 carats of white diamonds in a platinum setting, this rare gemstone is among the most breathtaking Paraibas ever mined. #31-6780 | Price upon request | %
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UNTREATED GREEN BRAZILIAN PARAIBA AGL Certified Green Paraiba: 14.39 ct. Diamonds: Approx. 2.00 ctw. 18K yellow gold. Monumental and exceptionally rare, the 14.39-carat Paraiba tourmaline centering this ring is completely free of treatment, naturally possessing its striking vivid green color. The triangle-shaped gemstone bears the American Gemological Laboratories' coveted "Classic Brazil" rating, counting the gem among the region's finest jewels. This beautiful Paraiba owes its captivating hue to an abundant presence of copper in its composition, showcasing the signature Paraiba glow in a unique verdant color. #31-7539 | Price upon request | %
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Ancient Roman Medusa Intaglio Earrings 2nd-century intaglios | Victorian setting These Ancient Roman intaglios are set in gold with smaller Victorian-era cameos. 2" length. 22K yellow gold. #31-6616 | $34,500 | 0 %
Intaglios, carved forever in stone Leda and the Swan Intaglio Ring 18th century Chalcedony intaglio. 18K rose gold and silver. #31-6624 | $17,850 | 0 %
Roman Intaglio Carnelian Ring 2nd- or 3rd-century intaglio Crimson carnelian. 14K yellow gold.
#31-7018 | $29,850 | 0 %
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Roman Intaglio Gemstone Necklace Ancient and 18th-century intaglios Set circa 1840. Six ancient intaglios. Five 18th century intaglios. Carnelian, bloodstone, and lapis lazuli. 18" length. 14K gold. #31-7417 | $36,500 | 0 %
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Gold, classic elegance unlocked
Convertible Gold Bracelets and Necklace Circa 1880 | Original box Bracelets: 7" length each. Necklace: 14" - 151/2" length. Extension: 11/2" length. 18K yellow gold. #31-7127 | $78,500 | 0 %
Crafted circa 1880, these 18K gold linked bracelets can transform into a necklace, and a hidden bale beneath offers the possibility of adding a pendant.
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Diamond and Gold Cage Earrings Diamonds: 4.19 ctw. 31/2" length. 18K yellow gold. #31-7372 | $19,850 | 0 %
David Webb Gold and Diamond Link Bracelet Diamonds: 7.82 ctw. 7" length. 18K yellow gold. #31-7494 | $102,000 | 0 %
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Tiffany & Co. Gold Tassel Necklace Marked "Tiffany & Co. / Italy | 18K" 17" length. 18K yellow gold. #31-4057 | $34,500 | 0 %
Chic 18K yellow gold tassels dance from a gold chain in this dynamic contemporary design from iconic jeweler Tiffany & Co. Crafted with lace-like delicacy and finished with a textured gold clasp, the stunning piece exemplifies the timeless elegance of the legendary firm.
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Gold and Diamond Snake Ring Approx. 230 diamonds. 18K yellow gold. #31-7404 | $26,850 | 0 %
Gold Snake Bracelet 7" length. Expands. 18K yellow gold.
#31-7391 | $12,850 | 0 %
Gold Snake Necklace Adjustable 16-18" length. 18K yellow gold. #31-7390 | $16,850 | 0 %
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Etruscan Revival Gold Drop Earrings Circa 1837 3" length. 14K yellow gold. #31-6916 | $16,500 | 0 %
Beautifully crafted in the Etruscan Revival style, this rare pair of 14K gold Victorian earrings features rosettes with elongated wirework drops embellished with floret motifs.
Ancient Greek Dionysus Cameo Ring Circa 1st century BCE Hellenistic Greek sardonyx cameo. 14K yellow gold. #31-7016 | $44,500 | 0 %
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Late Bronze Age Spiral Pendant Circa 1400-1200 BCE Double spiral: 4" high x 31/2" wide. 18K gold collar necklace: 16" length. #31-5662 | $39,850 | 0 %
Crafted in Central Europe during the Late Tumulus to Early Urnfield periods, this 3,300-year-old bronze pendant is composed of tightly wound bronze wire. Mounted into its bespoke 18K gold collar, the artifact is now a wearable piece of art.
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Russian Alexandrite Ring AGL Certified Alexandrite: 1.31 ct. Diamonds: 0.50 ctw. Platinum.
#31-5759 | $90,000 | 0 %
Alexandrites, a color-changing wonder Oscar Heyman Cat's Eye Alexandrite Ring GRS Certified Alexandrite: 3.65 ct. Diamonds: 1.27 ctw. Platinum.
#31-7382 | $68,500 | 0 %
Multi-phenomena gemstones are one of Earth’s greatest showcases of brilliance. A dramatic spectacle, this alexandrite not only changes color but also displays the Cat’s Eye phenomena.
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BRAZILIAN ALEXANDRITE EARRINGS AGL Certified | SSEF Appendix Letter Brazilian Alexandrites: 11.43 ctw. Diamonds: Approx. 5.75 ctw. Platinum. Among the rarest and most coveted gems on Earth, alexandrites exhibit remarkable color change when exposed to different types of light. First discovered in Russia, most of the finest examples have been found in Brazil. The radiant alexandrites set in these elegant earrings are completely untreated and categorized as "Classic Brazil," a testament to their quality and prominent color-change properties. A coveted appendix letter from the Swiss Gemological Institute describes the pair as "rare and exceptional." #31-5287 | Price upon request | %
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Raymond Yard Aquamarine Ring Aquamarine: 13.35 ct. Diamonds: 1.53 ctw. Platinum.
#31-6754 | $42,500 | 0 %
Aquamarine, jewel of the sea Emerald-Cut Aquamarine Ring Aquamarine: 43.37 ct. Diamonds: 1.21 ctw. Platinum.
#31-4044 | $98,500 | 0 %
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Oscar Heyman Aquamarine Bracelet Aquamarines: 81.86 ctw. Diamonds: 3.94 ctw. 7" length. 18K white gold. #31-7379 | $198,500 | 0 %
Featuring a dazzling collection of aquamarines, the colors in this bracelet resemble tropical ocean waters. Timeless and refined, this Oscar Heyman piece embodies the firm's classic elegance.
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Remarkable jewels, iconic designers
Henry Dunay Diamond Floral Brooch Colored diamonds: Approx. 1.00 ctw. White diamonds: Approx. 4.50 ctw. 21/2" length. 18K yellow gold and platinum. #31-7438 | $24,500 | 0 %
Henry Dunay is one of the most celebrated contemporary jewelers in the world. These brooches epitomize Dunay's whimsical yet refined point of view.
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BOUCHERON UNHEATED BURMA SAPPHIRE RING Gübelin Certified Sapphire: 7.11 ct. Diamonds: Approx. 5.80 ctw. 18K yellow gold. A stunning combination of a coveted gem and the artistry of an iconic firm, this exquisite ring features a stunning untreated royal blue sapphire. Certified by Gübelin as hailing from Burma, sapphires of this quality and size from the esteemed region are highly rare. Boucheron, one of the most revered names in jewelry since 1858, elegantly places this sapphire among diamonds in a classic gold setting.
#31-7409 | $198,500 | 0 %
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ICONIC JEWELERS
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS AMERICAN FLAG BROOCH Signed "V.C.A." Diamonds, rubies and sapphires. 11/2" length. 18K yellow gold. Crafted by famed jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels, this colorful gemstone creation brilliantly captures the undulating form of the American flag waving in the wind. An elegant combination of sparkling white diamonds, rubies and sapphires, this brooch epitomizes the firm's outstanding craftsmanship and celebrated refinement.
#31-7421 | $26,850 | 0 %
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CARTIER HOME FRONT SPINEL BROOCH AGL Appendix Letter | Circa 1942 | Marked "US PATENT 2199222" Spinel: 6.35 ct. Diamond accents. 14K yellow gold. Bursting with American pride, this original Cartier Home Front brooch showcases a patented illusory design that reflects an American flag on the interior of its gold star-shaped body. A rare unheated Burma spinel accompanied by a coveted appendix letter from the American Gemological Laboratories centers the design. Associated with the Friends of Soldiers & Sailors organization, these Cartier brooches were handcrafted during WWII.
#31-7154 | $98,500 | 0 %
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Buccellati for Tiffany & Co. Woven Gold Bracelet Stamped "Tiffany / Italy / 18K" 71/2" length. 18K white and yellow gold. #31-7385 | $36,500 | 0 %
Tiffany & Co. Gold Bracelet 7" length. 14K yellow gold. #31-7411 | $32,500 | 0 %
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TIFFANY & CO. BIRD ON A ROCK BROOCH Marked “Tiffany & Co. / Schlumberger STD.” Citrine: Approx. 60.00 ct. Diamonds: Approx. 2.70 ctw. 21/2" length. 18K yellow gold and platinum. An iconic example of Jean Schlumberger’s designs for Tiffany & Co., the “bird on a rock” brooch is a coveted archival treasure for collectors of fine jewelry. This brooch features a diamondencrusted cockatoo perched on a citrine “rock.” One of the firm’s most legendary creations, this brooch epitomizes Schlumberger's whimsical creativity and eye for design.
#31-7389 | $88,500 | 0 %
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Gifts with panache Unique luxury gifts create lasting memories. This collection of dazzling treasures transcends the typical, opting instead for the sophisticated and rare. Including fine silver, glass and worldly objet d'art, this curated selection of exquisite gifts epitomizes refinement.
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SILVER
VIETNAMESE SILVER TEA SET Late 19th century Includes tray, large teapot, small teapot, cream jug and sugar bowl. Bears city mark of Hanoi. Marked “Licheng.” This exquisitely detailed five-piece tea set was said to have been owned by the Emperor of Vietnam. The extraordinary set is impressive not only for its meticulous artistry but also for the astonishing weight of the silver itself, which is incredibly 99% pure. Crafted during the Nguyen dynasty, the set incorporates East Asian imagery and traditional French motifs, interspersing dragons with scrolling foliage.
#31-7238 | $98,500 | 0 %
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Chinese Coconut Cup Circa 1800 51/2" high x 31/4" diameter. Features maker's mark. #29-8608 | $3,950 | 0 %
Carved from the shell of a coconut, this enchanting goblet is fully lined with silver. Featuring an elegant floral design, the cup showcases exceptional Chinese artistry.
Chinese Export Bowl Late 19th century 37/8" high x 73/4" diameter. Mark of Luen Hing. #30-2556 | $9,850 | 0 %
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GLASS
Etruscan Revival Gold Drop Earrings Circa 1835 3" length. 14K yellow gold. #31-6916. $16,500
Hawkes Gravic Fruit Set Circa 1900 One large platter: 151/4" diameter. Twelve plates: 85/8” diameter. #31-7819 | $54,500 | 0 %
This exceptional 13-piece set features one of T.G. Hawkes & Co.’s most collected designs, the wheel-cut Gravic Fruit pattern. Each item in this set features different fruits and has an undulating “wooded” border, indicating that it was cut by one of the firm’s most senior artisans. This set is pictured in the Tiffany's 150 Years book by John Loring.
GLASS
René Lalique Ceylan Glass Vase Circa 1924 91/2" high x 51/4" diameter. Engraved “R. LALIQUE FRANCE.” #31-7159 | $12,850 | 0 %
Elegantly molded with eight perched parakeets, this delightful art glass design showcases René Lalique's reverence for nature and his unique artistry.
René Lalique Laurier Glass Vase Circa 1922 7" high x 41/4" diameter. Engraved “R. LALIQUE FRANCE.” #31-7193 | $3,850 | 0 %
Lalique remains one of the most esteemed glass artisans the Art Nouveau and Art Deco periods. His designs combine genius creativity with technical mastery.
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CUT GLASS
Hawkes Pueblo or Concentric Circles Pattern Bowl 19th century 123/8" diameter.
#31-6639 | $39,850 | 0 %
This coveted American Brilliant Period cut glass bowl by T.G. Hawkes & Co. features the firm's rarest and most important pattern. Known as the Concentric Circles or Pueblo pattern, the mesmerizing design creates a radiant array of light refractions and is the most highly sought after design the firm ever produced. The exquisite bowl includes a sterling silver border by the famed Shreve & Co.
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CUT GLASS
Val Saint Lambert Red Cut-To-Clear Vase Circa 1900 18" high x 83/8" diameter. #31-7812 | $12,850 | 0 %
Crafted by renowned Belgian glassmaker Val Saint Lambert, this striking hand-cut trumpet vase features an intricate cut-to-clear pattern, showcasing exceptional purity and brilliance.
Stevens & Williams Butterscotch Cut-To-Clear Jug Circa 1897 125/8" high x 55/8" diameter. #31-6636 | $14,850 | 0 %
An exquisite butterscotch cut-to-clear design with scrolling foliate motifs, this jug is further distinguished by a sterling silver rim by Philadelphiabased silversmiths J.E. Caldwell & Co.
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Louis XV Mother-of-Pearl Snuffbox 18th century 2" high x 11/2" diameter. #31-6345 | $19,850 | 0 %
Considered the height of fashionable luxury in the 18th and 19th centuries, ornamental snuff boxes were designed to be small enough to fit in a gentleman’s waistcoat. Used to hold snuff, a popular scented tobacco, these boxes were crafted from fine materials like gold, porcelain, tortoiseshell and mother-of-pearl.
German Mother-of-Pearl Snuffbox Circa 1820 31/8" wide by 13/4" high. #29-9580 | $68,500 | 0 %
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Palais-Royal Mother-of-Pearl Perfume Box and Flasks Circa 1860 51/3" high x 73/4" diameter. #31-6905 | $22,850 | 0 %
A rare and complete treasure from the famed Palais-Royal of France’s Second Empire, this perfume box features intricate mother-ofpearl inlays and is painted with Orientalist motifs. It holds three large flasks crafted from pink opaline glass and three smaller crystal and gilt bronze vessels.
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FABERGÉ
Fabergé Red Guilloché Enamel Cane Circa 1890 From the collection of William Kazan. 373/8" length. #31-7011 | $38,850 | 0 %
Fabergé Glass Box Circa 1908 Marked "Fabergé" in Cyrillic with Imperial warrant, 84 standard. 4" high x 43/8" diameter. #31-6048 | $9,850 | 0 %
This superb silver-mounted cut glass toilette box was crafted by the iconic Russian jeweler and artisan Peter Carl Fabergé. The object was crafted by Fabergé during the reign of the last Emperor of Russia, Tsar Nicholas II of the Romanov dynasty.
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FABERGÉ ENAMEL TABLE CLOCK Circa 1900 Struck with the workmaster's initials "H. W." Marked "Fabergé" in Cyrillic with the 88 standard mark. 41/2" diameter. This timepiece by the legendary Fabergé is crafted from rose pink enamel with a radiating guilloché design and accented by silver gilt. Created during the firm's golden age, this exquisite work of art is a testament to the excellence of Fabergé and the stewardship of the famed workmaster Henrik Wigström, who oversaw the creation of this timepiece as well as many of the famed Imperial Fabergé eggs.
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PORCELAIN
Meissen Porcelain Fall Figural Group Late 19th century Marked with Meissen crossed swords. 95/8" high. #30-3436 | $9,850 | 0 %
A pair of putti holding symbols of the harvest adorn this Meissen porcelain figural group entitled Fall. Part of the company's Seasons series, these charming characters rest upon a rocaille-formed base.
Meissen Pilgrim Figure Late 19th century Marked with Meissen crossed swords. 113/8" high. #29-8592 | $4,250 | 0 %
Produced by the esteemed Meissen firm, this porcelain pilgrim woman holds a scallop shell representing the journey of St. James the Great.
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Baccarat Cave à Liqueur with Sèvres Porcelain 19th century 161/2" high x 18" wide.
#31-6596 | $36,850 | 0 %
Mounted with superb Sèvres porcelain plaques and topped by ormolu winged putti, this handsome marquetry cave à liqueur opens to reveal three Baccarat crystal decanters and 16 cordial glasses.
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SWISS ENAMEL
SWISS ENAMEL AND GOLD MUSICAL SNUFF BOX Circa 1829 Inscribed "To my Mother / Long may the strain affection offers please / And every year commence with sounds like these / 1829" 1 /2" high x 15/8" wide x 13/8" deep. This exquisite gold box featuring a charming Swiss enamel scene of Lake Geneva and natural pearl details conceals a complex musical mechanism within. Known as carillons à musique, musical snuff boxes were considered status symbols amongst the wealthy elite. Featuring a touching inscription, this beautiful enamel and gold objet d'art was certainly a beloved keepsake.
#31-7150 | $44,500 | 0 %
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SWISS GOLD AND ENAMEL TELESCOPE Circa 1820 3 /8" length x 2" diameter. 18K yellow gold. 1
An item of exceptional luxury, this rare 19th-century gold and enamel Swiss telescope not only provides a magnified view with optimal clarity, but also showcases exceptional decoration. The gold-chased instrument features an enamel scene of jovial dancing tavern-goers. Beautifully crafted, this telescope would have been carried by an affluent gentleman.
#31-7153 | $78,500 | 0 %
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Russian Enamel Tea Set Circa 1872-1888 Marked Ovchinnikov in Cyrillic with 84 standard and Imperial seal. #31-6646 | $64,500 | 0 %
This exceptional tea set showcases the detailed artistry of Pavel Akimovich Ovchinnikov, one of Russia’s most skilled enamel artisans. The dazzling six-piece set rests in a bespoke lined box.
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Exquisite Gemstones & Gifts Japanese Maki-e Lacquer Box Circa 1915 Inscription translates "A gift from Emperor Taisho to the Takamatsunomiya family" 61/4" high x 123/8" wide x 101/4" deep.
#31-7720 | $48,500 | 0 %
Japanese Emperor Taisho personally commissioned this exceptional lacquer box as a special gift for his son, the future Emperor Hirohito. Inlaid with the Chrysanthemum seal of the Imperial house, this Maki-e masterpiece retains its original silk packaging and wood shipping box.