Harry Winston Pair of Emerald and Diamond Ear Pendants Chosen by Benoit Repellin, Worldwide Head of Jewels
Harry Winston, Pair of Emerald and Diamond Ear Pendants, Lot 578.
Estimate: HK$900,000 – 1,400,000/ US$120,000 – 180,000.
The Hong Kong Jewels Auction, 28 March.
This pair of ear pendants is the perfect find for collectors searching for superb gemstones and classic designs from a legendary maison. It features two matching emeralds from historic mines in Colombia, weighing 10.05 carats in total and imbued with an alluring bluish-green color and excellent luster. The glamorous Winston Cluster surmount is quintessential Harry Winston, making it all the more collectable.
Ruby and Diamond Bracelet, by Cristel Tan, International Specialist
Ruby and Diamond Bracelet, Lot 566.
Estimate: HK$1,800,000 – 2,400,000/ US$230,000 – 300,000.
The Hong Kong Jewels Auction, 28 March.
Twelve matching unheated Burmese rubies, some certified to be ‘Pigeon’s Blood’ red color by Gübelin, are mounted on this superb bracelet. To assemble a total of almost 25 carats of top-quality Burmese rubies such as these has become exceedingly difficult, given the continuously declining supply of rubies from this legendary source. The supremacy of these red gems is further enhanced by the meticulously matched and graduated kite-shaped diamonds that form a foliate design of geometric perfection.
Fancy Intense Orangy Pink Diamond and Diamond Ring by Janet Lam, Senior Specialist
Fancy Intense Orangy Pink Diamond and Diamond Ring, Lot 554.
Estimate: HK$2,300,000 – 3,000,000/ US$300,000 – 400,000.
The Hong Kong Jewels Auction, 28 March.
Often associated with femininity and romance, natural pink diamonds are true wonders of nature that still leave scientists and gemologists with unanswered questions, adding a veil of enigma that makes them all the more desirable. Aside from the attractive and intense pink body color, this diamond is also endowed with a tint of orange, which further elevates its beauty. It is simply set to emphasize its refined elegance and the VS clarity affords it a glistening luster reminiscent of warm water in the summer sun.
Sapphire and Diamond Ring by Louisa Chan, Head of Sale, Specialist
Sapphire and Diamond Ring, Lot 550.
Estimate: HK$330,000 – 450,000/ US$42,000 – 58,000.
The Hong Kong Jewels Auction, 28 March
Gem-quality sapphires from Burma have always been highly sought-after by seasoned collectors. However, in recent years, specimens from Ceylon are spotlighted in the international auction market, especially sapphires with a strong saturated color like the one on offer this season. It is extremely rare for stones from Ceylon to possess such a rich and attractive hue, even more exceptional is its lively luster and excellent clarity that makes it an indisputable collectors’ gem. Its pedigree is confirmed by three laboratories, in which GRS described it as ‘Royal Blue’ in color.
Pair of Fancy Green-Yellow Diamond, Fancy Brownish Pink Diamond and Diamond Ear Pendants by Michelle Keung, Cataloguer
Pair of Fancy Green-Yellow Diamond, Fancy Brownish Pink Diamond and Diamond Ear Pendants, Lot 588.
Estimate: HK$65,000 – 90,000/ US$8,300 – 11,500.
The Hong Kong Jewels Auction, 28 March.
This pair of intricate earrings is graced with two natural fancy colored diamonds, both certified by GIA. This fun mismatched design would be the perfect first addition for collectors who prefer to pair their jewels with everyday outfits and are looking to acquire colored diamonds. Sustainability is also a major topic of discussion these days that also applies to jewels. This pair of earrings could easily be remounted to two rings or pendants in the future, which would allow them to be enjoyed for many years to come.
The Hong Kong Jewels Auction
28 March
2pm HKT
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