Among the top highlights is a stunning 7.86-carat VS2 diamond and platinum ring, notable for its brilliance and rarity, with an estimate of $40,000–$60,000. Also featured is an exceptionally rare Tiffany & Co. brooch composed of a natural saltwater pearl, diamonds, and platinum-topped 18k gold, estimated at $8,000–$12,000.
A diamond and platinum solitaire ring. Estimate: $40,000–$60,000
A Tiffany & Company Belle Epoque natural saltwater pearl, diamond and platinum topped 18k gold brooch. Estimate: $8,000–$12,000
This sale presents both timeless classics and exceptional finds across a range of price points, appealing to new buyers as well as seasoned jewelry collectors.
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Our April 17th auction will feature distinguished design, craftsmanship, and notable works by artists across cultures and periods.
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Summer Fine Jewelry & Timepieces Highlights
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Fine Jewelry & Timepieces
Clars is thrilled to host our Summer Fine Jewelry and Timepieces Auction on Thursday, August 10th, beginning at 1 PM PDT. The sale includes a fine selection of colored diamonds, diamonds, colored gemstones, antique and signed jewelry, and timepieces.
The sale is highlighted by important colored diamonds and diamonds, including a 4.00 carat fancy yellow, internally flawless diamond, diamond, and 14k white gold ring, estimated at $50,000–$70,000; a pair of fancy intense yellow diamond, diamond, and 14k white gold earrings, estimated at $20,000–$40,000; a diamond and 18k white gold bracelet, estimated at $8,000–$12,000; a pair of diamond and 14k gold earrings, estimated at $2,000–$4,000; and a 2.47 carats diamond and 14k gold ring, estimated at $4,000–$6,000.
Left: A pair of fancy intense yellow diamond, diamond and 14k white gold earrings. Right: A fancy yellow, internal flawless diamond, diamond and 14k white gold ring. To be offered: August 10th
The sale will also feature a selection of exceptional colored gemstones, including a pair of Burma ruby and diamond earrings, estimated at $6,000–$8,000; a Burma ruby, diamond, and gold pendant necklace, estimated at $5,000–$7,000; and a very rare natural pearl, diamond, and platinum necklace, estimated at $6,000–$8,000.
A pair of Burma ruby and diamond earrings; A Burma ruby, diamond and gold pendant necklace. To be offered: August 10th
Tiffany & Co. will be represented in a coral, diamond, and 18k gold brooch pendant, designed by Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co., France, estimated at $1,000–$1,500; and a ruby, diamond, and 14k brooch and earrings suite, Tiffany & Co., estimated at $1,500–$2,500.
A coral, diamond and 18k gold brooch pendant, Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co., France. To be offered: August 10th
An Antique Mughal diamond, enamel, gem-set and high karat gold bracelet. To be offered: August 10th
Also featured in this sale will be an antique Mughal diamond, enamel, gem-set, and high karat gold bracelet, estimated at $4,000–$6,000; and a diamond, cultured pearl, and platinum bracelet, estimated at $3,000–$5,000.
The February 20th Gallery Auction will present a diverse selection of furniture and decorative arts, jewelry, and fine art.
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Designer Spotlight: Tiffany Studios
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Louis Comfort Tiffany was a prolific American designer whose career spanned from the 1870s–1920s. While he was most well known for his stained glass, he produced pieces in a variety of mediums, including pottery, metalwork, and lighting.
At the close of the 19th century, Louis Comfort Tiffany first developed Favrile glass. Deeply impressed from a recent trip to Europe in the 1860s, Tiffany drew inspiration from Roman and Syrian glass making. After much experimenting, Tiffany’s technique of ingraining color within the glass set it apart from other types of iridescent glass, resulting in the beautiful distinctive hues of Favrile glass.
Tiffany Studios, New York, Venetian table lamp, circa 1910. Sold: $106,250
Tiffany was also largely inspired by nature – he was captivated by the array of lush colors of flowers and plants. This attraction to color also contributed to the brilliant shades featured in Favrile glass objects.
Tiffany Studios, New York, Favrile Urn. Sold: $504
Tiffany went on to win a grand prize at the 1900 Paris Exposition (the World’s Fair), for his Favrile glass. Later, he began producing lamps and large stained-glass Favrile pieces, cementing himself as one of the most influential figures in the Art Nouveau style through to the Arts and Crafts period.
Annie Leibovitz began her artistic career at the San Francisco Art Institute in the late 1960s, where she originally studied painting but was inspired to change her focus to photography.
Two of our modern and contemporary highlights this November come from American artists, Jim Dine and Brian Alfred, who draw inspiration from their surroundings in very different ways.
Clars in collaboration with exhibited.at is honored to host the discussion: Craftsmanship in the Realm of Analog and Digital on November 20th, 1 PM PST.
Lichtenstein was one of the most prominent figures of the Pop Art movement — most known for his comic strip-inspired paintings, prints, and sculptures.
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Jeweler Spotlight: Tiffany & Co.
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For almost two centuries, Tiffany & Co. has been at the forefront of innovation and exquisite craftsmanship in designer jewelry — setting the standard for American luxury.
A sapphire, diamond and palladium bracelet, Tiffany and Co. Sold: $10,000
Although it originally opened in 1837 as a stationary and fancy goods store in New York City, Tiffany & Co. was clearly destined for more. Founder, Charles Lewis Tiffany, also known as the “King of Diamonds,” spearheaded the discovery and exploration of rare gemstones — going as far as to introduce the world to never-before-seen gemstones along with his Tiffany gemologists.
A diamond and platinum ring, Tiffany & Co. Sold: $22,500
For example, Dr. George Frederick Kunz, a Tiffany gemologist, discovered the new specimens of kunzite in 1902 and morganite in 1910. Following this tradition of discovery, the Tiffany team founded both tanzanite and tsavorite, bringing them to the public eye in 1968 and 1974, respectively.
When a jade bangle bracelet or necklace fetches millions of dollars at auction, collectors worldwide wonder if their jade is also valuable. What is jade and where does it come from?
The history of jewelry spans as far back as humanity itself, with evidence of ancient beads made from shells, bones, and teeth dating back 80,000–110,000 years.
Yao Jiang, Fine Jewelry & Timepieces Specialist at Clars, spoke to Rob Stewart, PBS TV Host & Executive Producer, on one the department's recently sold natural pearl necklaces for 2023’s Antique Valuation Day.
