Summer Fine Jewelry & Timepieces Highlights

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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 diamond, diamond and 14k white gold ring.
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.
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.
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.
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.


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May Auction Highlights

Our diverse auctions bring together global craftsmanship, luxury design, and fine artistic traditions.

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April Fine Asian Art Highlights

On April 18th, Clars Auctions will present a series of exquisite collectibles at its spring Fine Asian Art Auction for collectors.

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April Auction Highlights

Our two-day auction event will showcase a stunning selection of rare and valuable items, with a special emphasis on Fine Asian Art.

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四月亚洲精品艺术精选

4月18日,Clars拍卖公司将在其春季亚洲精品艺术拍卖会上为广大藏家呈现一系列的精美藏品。

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March Auction Highlights

Clars is pleased to announce its upcoming March 21st Auction showcasing an exceptional selection of rare and beautiful works.

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February Auction Highlights

Clars Auctions invites you to join us for our exciting auction on Friday, February 21st, where beauty, history, and exceptional craftsmanship converge.

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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 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.
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.


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Globe Trotting in Style: French Steamer Trunks

Designer French steamer trunks have been collected by both aficionados and novice collectors alike for decades, but what makes them so collectible?

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Modern & Contemporary Artists' Spotlight

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.

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Craftsmanship in the Realm of Analog and Digital
Nov. 20th, 1 PM PST

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.

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Designer Spotlight: Niamh Barry

Niamh Barry is a distinguished Irish artist and designer celebrated for her innovative light fixtures that seamlessly fuse exceptional craftsmanship.

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Artist Spotlight: Roy Lichtenstein

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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Artists to Watch: California

With this inaugural auction, we take great pride in introducing ten esteemed artists who persistently enrich the tapestry of California art.

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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.
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.
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.


An eighteen karat tri-color gold bracelet, Tiffany & Co.
An eighteen karat tri-color gold bracelet, Tiffany & Co.
Sold: $12,500

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Viewing Time Through a Loupe

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.

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Property from the Collection of Joanna Barnes

Joanna Barnes was a multifaceted talent, known as an author, newspaper columnist, and actress.

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PBS KVIE + Clars Jewelry

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.

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Jeweler Spotlight: Van Cleef & Arpels

The story of Van Cleef & Arpels is one of precious love, all starting with the marriage of Estelle Arpels and Alfred Van Cleef.

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How to Care For Your Jewelry

The beauty of jewelry can last hundreds, even thousands of years if loved and cared for properly.

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The Significance of Origin: Rubies

By Lauren Della Croce, Director, Fine Jewelry

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