Adding fuel to the fall auction fire, Upper East Side auction house Doyle New York has unveiled the catalogue for its Important Jewelry sale set to take place later this month on September 25th, 2013. A staggering 624 lots of jewelry and watches will surely dazzle those starved for all things sparkly.
Highlights include a good number exquisite Art Deco pieces as well as signed works by JAR, Cartier, Boivin, Van Cleef & Arpels and Raymond Yard – to name a few. To that end, let’s get to it! Here are my favorites (and brace yourselves, there are quite a few) from the sale:
Lot 574 – Platinum and Diamond ‘Ecaille’ Brooch, Rene Boivin
Estimate: $20,000 – $30,000
Lot 574 – Platinum and Diamond ‘Ecaille’ Brooch, Rene Boivin
The pierced oval brooch of fish scale motif, set throughout with 35 old-mine and old European-cut diamonds approximately 4.25 cts., accented by single-cut diamonds, with maker’s mark, slightly obscured, and French assay marks,circa 1925, approximately 9.8 dwts.
Lot 606 – Art Deco Platinum, Diamond and Emerald Bow Bracelet
Estimate: $30,000 – $40,000
Lot 606 – Art Deco Platinum, Diamond and Emerald Bow Bracelet
The diamond-set bow centering one old European-cut diamond approximately 1.00 ct., embellished by rectangular and fancy-shaped emeralds, completed by a wide strap of scalloped rectangular links, terminating in one collet-set old European-cut diamond thumbpiece, encrusted throughout with 241 old-mine, old European and single-cut diamonds approximately 16.45 cts., circa 1920,the bow detachable as a clasp, approximately 24.4 dwts. Length 6 3/16 inches.
Lot 607 – Art Deco Platinum, Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Ring, Yard
Estimate: $18,000 – $24,000
Lot 607 – Art Deco Platinum, Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Ring, Yard
Centering one cushion-shaped cabochon emerald approximately 4.45 cts., flanked by 2 old-mine cut triangular-shaped diamonds approximately 2.70 cts., accented by 20 small single-cut diamonds, signed Yard Inc., circa 1920.
With AGL report no. CS 56533 stating that the emerald is of Colombian origin, insignificant to minor clarity enhancement. Type: traditional oil.
Lot 612 – Pair of Art Deco Platinum, Diamond, Emerald and Black Enamel Pendant-Earrings
Estimate: $25,000 – $35,000
Lot 612 – Pair of Art Deco Platinum, Diamond, Emerald and Black Enamel Pendant-Earrings
Topped by 2 old-mine cut diamonds, joined by diamond-set circle links and bell-shaped links edged in black enamel, suspending 2 drop-shaped emeralds approximately 10.8 x 8.2 x 6.0 mm. and 11.5 x 9.0 x 8.2 mm., with diamond-set caps, circa 1920. With original fitted box signed S.J. Phillips.
Lot 611- Platinum, Diamond, Ruby, Simulated Emerald and Black Onyx Bracelet
Estimate: $40,000 – $60,000
Lot 611- Platinum, Diamond, Ruby, Simulated Emerald and Black Onyx Bracelet
Composed of four rectangular panels centering 4 marquise-shaped diamonds approximately 1.00 ct., accented by pairs of flowers with ruby petals and simulated emerald leaves, joined by black onyx-set double bar links, set throughout with 284 round diamonds approximately 11.00 cts., approximately 34 dwts. Length 7 inches.
Lot 610 – Art Deco Platinum, Carved Sapphire, Ruby and Emerald and Diamond ‘Tutti Frutti’ Double-Clip Brooch
Estimate: $35,000 – $45,000
Lot 610 – Art Deco Platinum, Carved Sapphire, Ruby and Emerald and Diamond ‘Tutti Frutti’ Double-Clip Brooch
Set with 2 carved sapphire leaves approximately 14.0 x 23.0 x 4.5 mm. and 13.4 x 20.0 x 4.0 mm., centering a diamond-set fleur-de-lys, accented by 3 fluted ruby beads, 3 carved emerald leaves and 9 collet-set round and single-cut diamonds, no. 16877, circa 1935, approximately 14.6 dwts.
Lot 609 – Art Deco Platinum, Diamond, Jade, Blue Enamel, Seed Pearl and Lapis Bead Tassel Pendant with Platinum and Pearl Chain
Estimate: $35,000 – $45,000
Lot 609 – Art Deco Platinum, Diamond, Jade, Blue Enamel, Seed Pearl and Lapis Bead Tassel Pendant with Platinum and Pearl Chain
The delicate chain spaced by seed pearls, joined by a pierced fancy-shaped scrolled diamond-set panel, suspending an oval cabochon jade approximately 17.6 x 21.0 mm., topped by a diamond-set scrolled design, supporting a multistrand seed pearl fringe tipped by lapis beads, circa 1920. Length 18 1/4 inches.
Lot 171 – Art Deco Platinum, Diamond, Fluted Citrine, Carved Stone and Black Enamel Brooch
Estimate: $6,000 – $8,000
Lot 171 – Art Deco Platinum, Diamond, Fluted Citrine, Carved Stone and Black Enamel Brooch
The rectangular-shaped openwork brooch edged with 28 round diamonds, outlined with black enamel, accented by diamond-set scalloped panels, centering a fluted citrine vase topped by a floret set with 9 marquise-shaped diamonds, centering a small round cabochon citrine, flanked by two carved carnelian and sodalite florets and 6 carved green chalcedony leaves, upon a diamond-set table top, diamonds altogether approximately 1.55 cts., with maker’s mark, no. 722, approximately 7 dwts.
Lot 594 – Pair of Art Deco Platinum, Diamond and Jade Pendant-Earrings
Estimate: $30,000 – $40,000
Lot 594 – Pair of Art Deco Platinum, Diamond and Jade Pendant-Earrings
The pierced earrings of geometric motif centering 2 marquise-shaped double cabochon jade approximately 17.85 x 7.80 x 4.80 mm. and 17.70 x 8.20 x 4.90 mm., terminating in a diamond-set fringe, set throughout with 118 old European-cut and round and 40 baguette diamonds approximately 7.00 cts.,circa 1930, posts added later, approximately 13.6 dwts. With box.
With GIA report nos. 5131466137 and 1132466119 stating that the jadeite jade are natural color, no indications of impregnation.
Lot 619 – Art Deco Platinum, Carved Emerald and Diamond Brooch
Estimate: $50,000 – $70,000
Lot 619 – Art Deco Platinum, Carved Emerald and Diamond Brooch
The pierced modified shield-shaped brooch centering one modified rectangular carved emerald approximately 29.0 x 35.0 x 11.0 mm., set throughout with 205 old European and single-cut diamonds, accented by bands of 32 baguette diamonds, altogether approximately 9.25 cts., circa 1925, approximately 33.3 dwts.
Lot 596 – Pair of Art Deco Platinum, Diamond, Black Onyx and Jade Pendant-Earclips
Estimate: $12,000 – $18,000
Lot 596 – Pair of Art Deco Platinum, Diamond, Black Onyx and Jade Pendant-Earclips
Topped by 2 old European-cut diamonds, joined by elongated scrolled black onyx panels accented by bands of 10 old-mine and single-cut diamonds, suspending 2 drop-shaped jade approximately 26.0 x 11.8 x 5.2 mm., with rose-cut diamond-set caps, circa 1920.
Lot 161 – Art Deco Black Onyx, Carved Jade, Jade, Diamond, Sapphire and Black Enamel Ashtray
Estimate: $10,000 – $15,000
Lot 161 – Art Deco Black Onyx, Carved Jade, Jade, Diamond, Sapphire and Black Enamel Ashtray
Platinum, gold, the square-shaped black onyx ashtray quartered by four black onyx cylinders, centering 4 round cabochon jade within gold collets, centering a rectangular black onyx match safe applied with one modified oval carved jade panel approximately 30.0 x 14.0 mm., further centering one rose-cut diamond approximately 4.8 mm., encircled by black enamel, accented by a small platinum plaque and supported by a stylized platinum vase plaque embellished by single and rose-cut diamonds, accented by rectangular black onyx, circa 1920. 3 5/8 x 3 9/16 x 3 1/8 inches.
Lot 157 – Art Deco Platinum, Carved Emerald, Emerald, Diamond, Black Enamel and Cabochon Sapphire Brooch
Estimate: $60,000 – $80,000
Lot 157 – Art Deco Platinum, Carved Emerald, Emerald, Diamond, Black Enamel and Cabochon Sapphire Brooch
The openwork modified bombe rectangle encrusted with single-cut diamonds, spaced by a band set with 5 baguette diamonds, flanked by black enamel, centering one hexagonal-shaped carved emerald approximately 17.3 x 29.8 x 9.4 mm., flanked by a stylized diamond-set flower motif accented by 14 baguette diamonds, edged by black enamel, topped by one cabochon sapphire, joined by one bullet-shaped diamond, suspending one drop-shaped emerald approximately 30.0 x 22.0 x 22.0 mm., circa 1920, 6 small diamonds missing.
Lot 165 – Pair of Art Deco, Platinum, Carved Jade, Diamond and Black Enamel Pendant-Earrings
Estimate: $3,500 – $4,500
Lot 165 – Pair of Art Deco, Platinum, Carved Jade, Diamond and Black Enamel Pendant-Earrings
Topped by 2 round cabochon jade centering 2 rose-cut diamonds, encircled by black enamel, joined by 2 collet-set old European-cut diamonds and a stylized heart continuing to two rows of diamonds, totaling 72 old-mine cut diamonds approximately 2.30 cts., suspending 2 round caved jade cabochons approximately 19.8 mm., accented by rose-cut diamonds, edged by black enamel, circa 1920.
Lot 310 – Art Deco Gold, Platinum, Enamel and Diamond Rouge Pot
Estimate: $5,000 – $7,000
Lot 310 – Art Deco Gold, Platinum, Enamel and Diamond Rouge Pot
14 kt., the circular rouge pot applied with decorative blue, yellow and green enamel, centering four bean-shaped platinum plaques set with 8 rose-cut diamonds, opening to reveal a mirror, circa 1930, approximately 33.6 dwts. gross.
Lot 153 – Art Deco Platinum, Diamond and Black Onyx Double Clip-Brooch, France
Estimate: $5,000 – $7,000
Lot 153 – Art Deco Platinum, Diamond and Black Onyx Double Clip-Brooch, France
The elongated navette-shaped brooch of geometric motif centering 2 old-mine cut diamonds approximately 1.25 cts., flanked by 2 fancy-shaped black onyx, set throughout with 48 old-mine cut diamonds approximately 7.00 cts., accented by radiating bands of buff-topped cabochon black onyx, with maker’s mark and French assay mark, circa 1920, approximately 19.6 dwts.
Lot 604 – Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Bracelet, Van Cleef & Arpels
Estimate: $55,000 – $75,000
Lot 604 – Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Bracelet, Van Cleef & Arpels
Composed of alternating stylized scroll links and modified buckle links, joined by bar links, set throughout with 288 old European and single-cut diamonds approximately 14.00 cts., signed V.C.A. N.Y., no. 15861, circa 1930, approximately 22.3 dwts. Length 7 3/16 inches.
Lot 582 – Art Deco Platinum, Ruby and Diamond Ring, Grogan
Estimate: $10,000 – $15,000
Lot 582 – Art Deco Platinum, Ruby and Diamond Ring, Grogan
Centering one cushion-shaped ruby approximately 1.50 cts., quartered by 4 pear-shaped diamonds, edged by small old European-cut diamonds, accented by rectangular and fancy-shaped rubies, signed Grogan, circa 1920. Size 7 1/2.
With AGL report no. CS 53707 stating that the ruby is of Burma (Myanmar) origin, no heat or clarity enhancement.
Lot 588 – Art Deco Platinum, Diamond and Ruby Brooch
Estimate: $3,000 – $4,000
Lot 588 – Art Deco Platinum, Diamond and Ruby Brooch
The pierced stylized scroll topped by 3 old European and old-mine cut diamonds approximately 1.00 ct., set throughout with 54 old European and 2 single-cut diamonds approximately 3.70 cts., accented by 30 rectangular-shaped and tapered baguette rubies, circa 1925, approximately 12.7 dwts.
Lot 618 – Art Deco Five Strand Platinum, Diamond and Synthetic Ruby Bead Bracelet and Pair of Clip-Brooches
Estimate: $40,000 – $60,000
Lot 618 – Art Deco Five Strand Platinum, Diamond and Synthetic Ruby Bead Bracelet and Pair of Clip-Brooches
The five strand synthetic ruby bead bracelet of geometric motif and pair of shield-shaped clip-brooches centering 11 old European-cut diamonds approximately 9.40 cts., set throughout with 404 old-mine, old European and single-cut and 2 baguette diamonds approximately 9.65 cts., the clips tipped with synthetic ruby beads, circa 1925. Length 6 5/8 inches.
Lot 617 – Art Deco Platinum, Rock Crystal, Diamond, Carved Ruby, Ruby and Black Enamel Clip
Estimate: $25,000 – $35,000
Lot 617 – Art Deco Platinum, Rock Crystal, Diamond, Carved Ruby, Ruby and Black Enamel Clip
The stylized shield-shaped clip centering a rock crystal scroll surmounted by a diamond-set plaque and 6 carved rubies, set with 115 old European-cut and 7 baguette diamonds approximately 5.80 cts., flanked by 12 square-cut rubies approximately 2.50 cts., embellished by two clusters of 12 carved rubies, circa1925.
Lot 169 – Edwardian Platinum, Diamond and Natural Light Gray Pearl Pendant with Double Strand Platinum and Seed Pearl Chain Necklace
Estimate: $12,000 – $18,000
Lot 169 – Edwardian Platinum, Diamond and Natural Light Gray Pearl Pendant with Double Strand Platinum and Seed Pearl Chain Necklace
The long chain composed of delicate platinum links spaced by seed pearls, suspending a pierced platinum diamond-set shield-shaped panel, joined by one old European-cut diamond, further suspending one semi-baroque drop-shaped light gray pearl approximately 15.00 x 10.77 x 10.00 mm., circa 1910. Length 39 1/8 inches.
With GIA report no. 2155153321 stating that the pearl is natural, saltwater, no indications of treatment.
Lot 572 – Belle Epoque Platinum, Gold, Violet Star Sapphire and Diamond Pendant-Brooch
Estimate: $40,000 – $60,000
Lot 572 – Belle Epoque Platinum, Gold, Violet Star Sapphire and Diamond Pendant-Brooch
Centering one oval violet star sapphire approximately 31.19 cts., surrounded by two scallop-edged rows of 72 old-mine cut diamonds, spaced by 16 collet-set old-mine cut diamonds, altogether approximately 3.65 cts., circa 1905, approximately 13.2 dwts. With original fitted box.
With Gubelin Gem Lab report no. 12080086 stating that the sapphire is of Sri Lankan origin, no indications of heating.
Lot 279 – Arts and Crafts Gold, Cabochon Emerald, Diamond and Green Enamel Lapel-Watch, Marcus & Co.
Estimate: $30,000 – $40,000
Lot 279 – Arts and Crafts Gold, Cabochon Emerald, Diamond and Green Enamel Lapel-Watch, Marcus & Co.
Topped by a stylized scroll motif, enhanced by one oval cabochon emerald approximately 6.6 x 8.0 mm., and one collet-set old-mine cut diamond, decorated with diamond-set and green enamel scrolls, suspending a fancy-shaped pendant-watch centering one round cabochon emerald approximately 16.8 mm., within scrolled gold, accented by old-mine cut diamonds and green enamel, the reverse centering a circular dial, within gold scrolls and green enamel, signed Marcus & Co., Swiss movement, not original, circa 1900.
Lot 279 – Arts and Crafts Gold, Cabochon Emerald, Diamond and Green Enamel Lapel-Watch, Marcus & Co.
Lot 271 – Art Nouveau Gold, Platinum, Diamond and Ruby Pendant-Brooch, Andre Rambour, with Gold Chain, France
Estimate: $4,000 – $6,000
Lot 271 – Art Nouveau Gold, Platinum, Diamond and Ruby Pendant-Brooch, Andre Rambour, with Gold Chain, France
18 kt., the interlocking ribbed circle link chain suspending a pendant fashioned in a stylized floral leaf motif, centering one small round ruby, accented by rose-cut diamonds, with maker’s mark and French assay marks, circa 1900,brooch fitting detachable, approximately 18 dwts. Length 18 inches.
Lot 96 – Gold, Plique-a-Jour Enamel and Diamond Ring, Masriera
Estimate: $1,000 – $1,500
Lot 96 – Gold, Plique-a-Jour Enamel and Diamond Ring, Masriera
18 kt., the openwork ring centering a branch decorated with pink and green plique-a-jour enamel leaves, tipped by 2 round diamonds, edged by 42 round diamonds, altogether approximately .75 ct., signed Masriera, no. B-5007-B, approximately 6 dwts. Size 6 1/2.
With certificate of authenticity from Masriera.
Lot 264 – Antique Gold and Pink Topaz Necklace and Pair of Pendant-Earrings
Estimate: $8,000 – $12,000
Lot 264 – Antique Gold and Pink Topaz Necklace and Pair of Pendant-Earrings
18 kt., the necklace composed of scrolled ribbons and decorative garland links, centering 12 oval pink topaz, flanked by 36 oval pink topaz, the pendant-earrings of similar design set with 6 oval and pear-shaped pink topaz, circa1830, approximately 36.8 dwts. Length 17 1/4 inches.
Lot 84 – Antique Silver, Gold, Diamond, Emerald and Red Enamel Clip
Estimate: $1,500 – $2,000
Lot 84 – Antique Silver, Gold, Diamond, Emerald and Red Enamel Clip
The stylized spray set with 30 old-mine cut diamonds approximately 1.15 cts., alternating with patterned red enamel, accented by 4 cushion-shaped and round emeralds and rose-cut diamonds, circa 1880.
Lot 61 – Antique Gold and Citrine Necklace
Estimate: $12,000 – $18,000
Lot 61 – Antique Gold and Citrine Necklace
Set with 10 graduating oval citrines, centering one oval and 2 pear-shaped citrines, all within repousse gold leaves and scrolls, florets and beaded gold wire scrolls, joined by textured gold flowers, suspending 3 flexibly-set pear-shaped citrines flanked by pairs of beaded wire scrolls and repousse gold scrolls, circa 1830, approximately 40 dwts. Length 19 7/8 inches.
Lot 262 – Antique Gold and Micromosaic Pendant
Estimate: $2,500 – $3,5000
Lot 262 – Antique Gold and Micromosaic Pendant
Centering a fancy-shaped panel topped by a pendant-loop, suspending three small circular panels, set throughout with floral multicolored micromosaic decoration and birds, circa 1870, reverse with glazed compartment, several tesserae missing, approximately 7.6 dwts.
Lot 261 – Antique Gold and Emerald Necklace and Pair of Pendant-Earrings
Estimate: $20,000 – $30,000
Lot 261 – Antique Gold and Emerald Necklace and Pair of Pendant-Earrings
The necklace composed of repousse gold scrolled and floral links suspending a pendant of similar design centering one modified round emerald approximately 3.00 cts., and one oval emerald, accented by 12 square-cut emeralds, the earrings of similar design centering 2 rectangular-cut emeralds, accented by 6 square, pear-shaped and round emeralds, center panel with two hinged pendant loops, pendants detachable, circa 1830, approximately 47.2 dwts. Length 17 1/4 inches. With original fitted box.
Lot 71 – Egyptian Revival Gold and Lapis Scarab Brooch
Estimate: $2,500 – $3,500
Lot 71 – Egyptian Revival Gold and Lapis Scarab Brooch
Centering a rotating oval lapis scarab approximately 18.8 x 14.8 x 10.6 mm., surrounded by a gold serpent, flanked by finely detailed gold wings, circa 1870, approximately 17.6 dwts.
Lot 52 – High Karat Gold Bib Necklace
Estimate: $5,000 – $7,000
Lot 52 – High Karat Gold Bib Necklace
20 kt., composed of a double strand chain supporting swags of gold links, further suspending fancy-shaped, seashell and male and female visage gold plaques, with fancy-shaped ball terminals spaced by a pair of ribbed bands, topped by oval gold segments with scrolled relief, with hook clasp, approximately 108 dwts. Length 18 3/4 inches.
Lot 563 – Antique Platinum, Gold and Diamond Pendant-Brooch, Tiffany & Co.
Estimate: $8,000 – $12,000
Lot 563 – Antique Platinum, Gold and Diamond Pendant-Brooch, Tiffany & Co.
The sunburst brooch centering one old European-cut diamond approximately 1.25 cts., set throughout with 66 old European-cut diamonds approximately 5.40 cts., signed Tiffany & Co., circa 1900, approximately 10.6 dwts.
Lot 256 – Gold, Blue Enamel, Ruby and Diamond Snake Bangle Bracelet
Estimate: $4,000 – $6,000
Lot 256 – Gold, Blue Enamel, Ruby and Diamond Snake Bangle Bracelet
The coiled snake applied with blue enamel, its head centering a curved line of 13 cushion-shaped and round rubies, edged by 11 round diamonds, with ruby eyes, spaced by five gold bands engraved with a leaf motif, further accented by five tapered engraved segments embellished by 5 round rubies, circa 1960, approximately 54.8 dwts. Inner circle 6 1/4 inches.
Lot 218 – Gold, Ruby and Enamel Koala Bear Clip-Brooch, Cartier, France
Estimate: $1,000 – $1,500
Lot 218 – Gold, Ruby and Enamel Koala Bear Clip-Brooch, Cartier, France
18 kt., the textured gold koala bear with a textured gold baby koala bear on its back, accented by ruby eyes, atop a gold branch applied with brown enamel,signed Cartier Inc., Made in France, with maker’s mark and French assay mark, approximately 15 dwts.
Lot 287 – Bone, Gold, Black Enamel and Ruby Leopard Head Crossover Bangle Bracelet, France
Estimate: $4,000 – $6,000
Lot 287 – Bone, Gold, Black Enamel and Ruby Leopard Head Crossover Bangle Bracelet, France
The crossover bone bangle terminating in a textured gold leopard’s head applied with black enamel spots, accented by round ruby eyes, spaced by an engraved gold panel which swivels to open, with maker’s mark, slightly obscured, and French assay mark. Inner circle 6 1/2 inches.
Lot 357 – Gold, Platinum, Citrine, Diamond, Ruby and Black Enamel Chipmunk Clip-Brooch, David Webb, France
Estimate: $4,000 – $6,000
Lot 357 – Gold, Platinum, Citrine, Diamond, Ruby and Black Enamel Chipmunk Clip-Brooch, David Webb, France
18 kt., the detailed and textured gold grinning chipmunk with baguette diamond teeth, diamond-set cheeks, black enamel nose and ruby eyes, grasping one oval faceted cabochon citrine, signed Made in France for David Webb, with French assay mark, French export mark and maker’s mark, approximately 17 dwts.
Lot 224 – Pair of Gold, Diamond, and Carved Hardstone Fish Clips, G. Nardi
Estimate: $18,000 – $24,000
Lot 224 – Pair of Gold, Diamond, and Carved Hardstone Fish Clips, G. Nardi
18 kt., the pair of fish composed of finely textured gold scales, tipped by carved oxblood coral heads and turquoise and lapis tails, the fins set with 78 round diamonds approximately 2.90 cts., signed G. Nardi, approximately 30.3 dwts.
Lot 300 – Gold, Nephrite and Black Onyx Lion Pendant, Mauboussin, Paris, with Gold Chain
Estimate: $4,000 – $6,000
Lot 300 – Gold, Nephrite and Black Onyx Lion Pendant, Mauboussin, Paris, with Gold Chain
18 kt., the large circular nephrite disc within polished gold, surmounted by the profile of a stylized textured and polished gold snarling lion, accented by one cabochon black onyx eye, completed by a gold chain composed of finely ribbed figure eight-shaped links joined by circle links, pendant signed Mauboussin, Paris, no. 3690, with maker’s mark and French assay mark, the reverse with a plaque engraved Lion, no. 22.7-22.8, chain approximately 27.6 dwts. Length 24 1/2 inches.
Lot 239 – Pair of Gold, Turquoise, Coral, Diamond and Enamel Swan Clip-Brooches, Sterle, Paris
Estimate: $25,000 – $35,000
Lot 239 – Pair of Gold, Turquoise, Coral, Diamond and Enamel Swan Clip-Brooches, Sterle, Paris
18 kt., the two stylized swans composed of textured gold bodies accented by 72 round diamonds approximately 2.80 cts., topped by one turquoise head and one coral head, accented by black enamel eyes, signed Sterle, Paris, nos. 8526 and 8.944, with maker’s mark and French assay marks, approximately 51 dwts.
Lot 314 – Gold, Blue Guilloche Enamel, Diamond and Cabochon Emerald Butterfly Clip-Brooch, Tiffany & Co., France
Estimate: $3,000 – $4,000
Lot 314 – Gold, Blue Guilloche Enamel, Diamond and Cabochon Emerald Butterfly Clip-Brooch, Tiffany & Co., France
18 kt., the stylized wings applied with blue guilloche enamel divided by polished gold bands, centering one oval cabochon emerald, accented by curved white gold bands of 42 round diamonds approximately 1.45 cts., atop a textured gold body accented by one collet-set round diamond, with rope-twist wire gold antennae tipped by small polished gold balls, signed Tiffany & Co., France, approximately 30 dwts. With signed box.
Lot 301 – Gold, Green and Blue Enamel, Gem-Set and Diamond Snake Bracelet
Estimate: $20,000 – $30,000
Lot 301 – Gold, Green and Blue Enamel, Gem-Set and Diamond Snake Bracelet
18 kt., the coiled snake composed of overlapping gold scales applied with patterned green and blue enamel, outlined in polished gold, terminating in a snake’s head topped by one pear-shaped cabochon emerald, surrounded by 43 small round diamonds, accented by marquise-shaped ruby eyes, approximately 138.8 dwts. Inner circle adjustable.
Lot 188 – Gold, Amethyst and Turquoise Crossover Ring, Cartier, France
Estimate: $3,000 – $5,000
Lot 188 – Gold, Amethyst and Turquoise Crossover Ring, Cartier, France
The polished gold crossover ring centering 16 rectangular-cut amethysts, tipped by 2 pointed cabochon turquoises, signed Cartier, no. 34185A, with maker’s mark and French assay mark, approximately 8.2 dwts. Size 6 1/4.
Lot 231 – Pair of Gilt Metal ‘Geranium’ Earclips, Jar, Paris
Estimate: $3,000 – $4,000
Lot 231 – Pair of Gilt Metal ‘Geranium’ Earclips, Jar, Paris
Designed as sculpted gold leaves, signed Jar, Paris, no. 66. With signed felt case.
Lot 241 – Gold, Coral and Green Onyx Necklace-Bracelet Combination, Van Cleef & Arpels
Estimate: $12,000 – $18,000
Lot 241 – Gold, Coral and Green Onyx Necklace-Bracelet Combination, Van Cleef & Arpels
18 kt., composed of textured gold oval links spaced by 6 oval angel skin coral and 4 oval green onyx, joined by polished gold circle links, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, no. 772675, with maker’s mark, approximately 41.4 dwts. Lengths 14 3/4, 7 1/4 and 7 1/2 inches.
Lot 345 – White and Yellow Gold, Sapphire and Diamond Ring, Mario Buccellati
Estimate: $18,000 – $24,000
Lot 345 – White and Yellow Gold, Sapphire and Diamond Ring, Mario Buccellati
8 kt., centering one oval sapphire approximately 3.25 cts., framed in textured gold, within a white gold mounting of delicate lacework, accented by 36 round diamonds approximately .65 ct., completed by a finely ribbed white gold shank, signed M. Buccellati, Italy, approximately 6 dwts. Size 6 1/4.
Lot 348 – Pair of White Gold, Gold, Emerald and Diamond Earrings, Mario Buccellati
Estimate: $30,000 – $40,000
Lot 348 – Pair of White Gold, Gold, Emerald and Diamond Earrings, Mario Buccellati
18 kt., centering 2 oval emeralds approximately 3.40 cts., set within finely textured yellow gold, surrounded by a delicately pierced white gold lacework, accented by 64 round diamonds approximately 1.50 cts., signed M. Buccellati, Italy, approximately 7.8 dwts.
Lot 346 – Gold ‘Hawaii’ Necklace, Buccellati
Estimate: $3,500 – $5,500
Lot 346 – Gold ‘Hawaii’ Necklace, Buccellati
18 kt., composed of continuous graduated interlocking finely ribbed gold wire circular links, signed Buccellati, approximately 47 dwts. Length 15 1/2 inches.
Lot 236 – Wide Two-Color Gold, Turquoise and Diamond Band Ring, Buccellati
Estimate: $3,000 – $4,000
Lot 236 – Wide Two-Color Gold, Turquoise and Diamond Band Ring, Buccellati
18 kt., the band fashioned of delicately pierced yellow gold lacework, set throughout with rose-cut diamonds, edged by finely textured white gold, centering one oval cabochon turquoise approximately 11.0 x 8.4 x 5.6 mm.,signed Buccellati, approximately 5.8 dwts. Size 7 1/4.
Lot 14 – Pair of Gold and Pink Tourmaline Earclips, Verdura
Estimate: $6,000 – $8,000
Lot 14 – Pair of Gold and Pink Tourmaline Earclips, Verdura
18 kt., the stylized cornucopias embellished by two rows of 22 oval pink tourmalines, signed Verdura, approximately 16.2 dwts.
Lot 26 – Gold, Lapis and Diamond Pendant, Van Cleef & Arpels
Estimate: $2,500 – $3,500
Lot 26 – Gold, Lapis and Diamond Pendant, Van Cleef & Arpels
The circular lapis plaque surmounted by a textured gold stylized mermaid reaching for a diamond-set ribbed shell, edged by rope-twist gold, signed VC&A, Italy, no. 16V-243138, approximately 32.8 dwts. gross.
Lot 391 – Egyptian Inspired Sterling Silver and Enamel Pendant-Necklace, Gucci
Estimate: $4,000 – $6,000
Lot 391 – Egyptian Inspired Sterling Silver and Enamel Pendant-Necklace, Gucci
Composed of oval links spaced by stylized lotus flower panels applied with turquoise, royal blue and red enamel, joined by two fancy-shaped enameled plaques centering a stylized green enamel beetle motif surmounted by interlocking silver-gilt G’s, suspending a large circular pendant with brown enamel background, highlighted by a pair of birds within stylized lotus flowers, centering a pair of interlocking G’s, decorated with similar multicolored enamel, completed by a toggle clasp, signed Gucci, circa 1970, approximately 119.8 dwts. Length 30 inches.
Lot 389 – Sterling Silver Buckle Bracelet, Hermes
Estimate: $2,000 – $3,000
Lot 389 – Sterling Silver Buckle Bracelet, Hermes
Composed of oversized curb links, completed by a large buckle clasp, signed Hermes, with maker’s mark, approximately 133.8 dwts. Lengths 7 1/2 and 7 inches.
Lot 459 – Pair of Platinum and Diamond Spiral Earclips, Cartier
Estimate: $3,000 – $4,000
Lot 459 – Pair of Platinum and Diamond Spiral Earclips, Cartier
The openwork circular earclips set with 48 single-cut and 58 round diamonds approximately 3.60 cts., signed Cartier, no. 48-1543, circa 1950, approximately 9 dwts.
Lot 461 – Gold, Platinum and Diamond Necklace, Cartier, Paris
Estimate: $6,000 – $8,000
Lot 461 – Gold, Platinum and Diamond Necklace, Cartier, Paris
The articulated tubular link necklace centering a stylized platinum ribbon set with 52 round diamonds approximately 4.60 cts., signed Cartier, Paris, no. 02237, maker’s mark partially obscured, with French assay mark, circa 1950, approximately 28.7 dwts. Length 13 7/8 inches.
Lot 491 – Gold and Diamond Sunburst Brooch, Cartier, London
Estimate: $7,500 – $9,500
Lot 491 – Gold and Diamond Sunburst Brooch, Cartier, London
The polished gold sunburst composed of overlapping beams, centering a cluster of 7 round diamonds approximately 1.15 cts., signed Cartier, London, no. P5523, approximately 24.3 dwts.
Lot 467 – Pair of Retro Two-Color Gold Clips, Cartier
Estimate: $1,200 – $1,800
Lot 467 – Pair of Retro Two-Color Gold Clips, Cartier
14 kt., composed of graduated polished yellow and rose gold oval outline, accented by ribbed yellow gold panels centering polished rose gold bands,signed Cartier, circa 1940, approximately 20 dwts.
Lot 469 – Retro Rose Gold and Diamond Clip-Brooch, Marianne Ostier
Estimate: $8,000 – $12,000
Lot 469 – Retro Rose Gold and Diamond Clip-Brooch, Marianne Ostier
14 kt., the stylized elongated rose gold arrow centering one cushion-shaped diamond approximately 3.11 cts., accented by 11 single-cut diamonds, set in white gold, within a concave circular panel, with maker’s mark, circa 1940,one diamond missing, approximately 18.4 dwts.
Lot 468 – Pair of Gold Earclips, Yard
Estimate: $500 – $700
Lot 468 – Pair of Gold Earclips, Yard
14 kt., the stylized flower earclips signed Yard, circa 1950, approximately 8.6 dwts.
Lot 475 – Retro Rose Gold, Platinum, Diamond and Cabochon Ruby Clip-Brooch, by Trabert & Hoeffer Inc.- Mauboussin
Estimate: $20,000 – $30,000
Lot 475 – Retro Rose Gold, Platinum, Diamond and Cabochon Ruby Clip-Brooch, by Trabert & Hoeffer Inc.- Mauboussin
The oversized stylized rose gold bow centering a circular platinum bombe panel set with 22 old-mine cut diamonds, flanked by two rows of 24 round cabochon rubies, centering 12 old-mine and single-cut diamonds, diamonds altogether approximately 6.50 cts., unsigned, circa 1938-1940, approximately 43.2 dwts.
With certificate of authenticity from Mauboussin.
This brooch is an example of ‘Reflections’, designed by the team of Trabert & Hoeffer and Mauboussin. A similar piece was on exhibit at the Musee des Arts Decoratifs in Paris in 2009. Literature: Posseme, E., Mouillefarine, L., Bijoux Art Deco et Avant-Garde, p. 180-181.
Lot 512 – Eight Strand Braided Gold and Cabochon Ruby Necklace, Hemmerle
Estimate: $25,000 – $35,000
Lot 512 – Eight Strand Braided Gold and Cabochon Ruby Necklace, Hemmerle
Composed of eight strands of braided gold mesh, accented by tapered gold plaques centering 56 buff-topped cabochon rubies approximately 13.25 cts.,with maker’s mark, approximately 182.2 dwts. Length 15 1/4 inches.
Lot 36 – Indian High Karat Gold, Foiled-Back Stone and Gem-Set and Diamond Box
Estimate: $12,000 – $18,000
Lot 36 – Indian High Karat Gold, Foiled-Back Stone and Gem-Set and Diamond Box
The oval gold box encrusted with red enamel plaques, set throughout with a floral design composed of 8 foiled-back carved emeralds and foiled-back diamonds, outlined in gold, supported by 4 fluted ruby bead feet, opening to reveal an oval turquoise hardstone panel inlaid with 8 pear-shaped foiled-back diamond, ruby, sapphire, cat’s eye, yellow chrysoberyl, coral and split pearl, approximately 123 dwts. gross. 2 5/16 x 2 13/16 x 1 1/4 inches.
Lot 523 – Gold, White Enamel and Diamond Pendant-Necklace, David Webb
Estimate: $20,000 – $30,000
Lot 523 – Gold, White Enamel and Diamond Pendant-Necklace, David Webb
18 kt., the necklace composed of openwork fancy-shaped links applied with white enamel, the inner links outlined in polished gold, joined by polished gold bar links, suspending a stylized scrolled pendant applied with white enamel, with similar gold trim, centering a square-shaped ridged gold plaque accented by 21 round diamonds approximately 2.60 cts., signed Webb, one section detachable as bracelet, approximately 239.4 dwts. Lengths 27 1/2, 19 1/4 and 8 1/4 inches.
Lot 541 – Platinum, White Gold, Fluted Rock Crystal and Diamond Bangle Bracelet, David Webb
Estimate: $22,000 – $28,000
Lot 541 – Platinum, White Gold, Fluted Rock Crystal and Diamond Bangle Bracelet, David Webb
The bangle composed of two tapered fluted rock crystal segments, accented by fancy-shaped panels and bands set with 126 round diamonds approximately 3.45 cts., signed Webb. Inner circle 6 inches.
Lot 376 – White Gold and Diamond Leaf Clip-Brooch, David Morris
Estimate: $6,000 – $8,000
Lot 376 – White Gold and Diamond Leaf Clip-Brooch, David Morris
The stylized leaf pave-set with round diamonds, centering diamond-set veins, altogether approximately 13.20 cts., signed David Morris for Fred Leighton, approximately 15.5 dwts.