Christie’s Auction House is set to conclude the 2023 jewellery auction calendar with a spectacular presentation of Magnificent Jewels during a live sale set for December 6 at the Rockefeller Center. The Jewels Online auction will welcome bids from November 28 to December 8, extending a unique opportunity for collectors worldwide.
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Leading the auction are the exceptional California Sunset Diamonds, a rare pair of fancy vivid orange-yellow diamonds with weights of 12.20 and 11.96 carats, expected to fetch between $7 million and $12 million USD.
The Magnificent Jewels auction promises a stunning collection of naturally coloured diamonds, flawless colourless diamonds, and intensely hued gemstones, showcasing the pinnacle of rarity and luxury. Renowned makers such as Buccellati, Bulgari, Cartier, David Webb, Graff, Harry Winston, Jean Schlumberger, Oscar Heyman & Brothers, René Boivin, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, and Verdura will contribute exquisite creations.
The event will feature carefully selected items from notable collections, including the Collection of Adolphus Andrews, Jr. and Emily Taylor Andrews, the Collection of Margaret Thompson Biddle, the Collection of Ivan and Genevieve Reitman, The Collection of Julian and Josephine Robertson, and Property from a Distinguished Palm Beach Collection.
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Graff Diamond Ring, Christie's
Reclining Lion, Christie's
A standout piece is the impressive 42.97-carat emerald-cut Graff Diamond Ring (estimated at $500,000 – $700,000 USD), set in platinum. Another noteworthy highlight is the Reclining Lion brooch by Rene Boivin from the Collection of Julian and Josephine Robertson, showcasing variously shaped diamonds in multi-coloured hues and an emerald mane, a rare and significant example of this iconic design (estimated at $300,000 – $500,000 USD).
The showcase extends to Jewels Online, with over 300 lots of fine jewellery just in time for the holiday season. Many lots will be offered without reserve, and the online sale will be open for bidding from November 28 through December 8.
Sales are open for public view in New York from December 1st through December 5th. As anticipation builds for Christie’s prestigious events, collectors, enthusiasts, and gift seekers eagerly await the unveiling of these extraordinary jewels, marking a grand finale to the year in the world of high-end jewellery auctions.
