Phillips to Offer an Extraordinary 20.19 Carat Fancy Intense Pink Diamond as the Star Lot of the Inaugural Geneva Jewels Auction: ONE on 6 November
One of the Largest Fancy Intense Pink Diamonds Ever to Appear at Auction
Further highlights include Important Diamonds, Signed Jewels, an Impressive Selection of Coloured Stones and a Curated Offering of Pieces by Contemporary Designers
Fancy Intense Pink diamond weighing 20.19 carats, VVS1 Clarity, Excellent Polish and Symmetry
Estimate: CHF 10,000,000-15,000,000 / USD 11,000,000-16,500,000
GENEVA – 19 OCTOBER 2023 – Phillips is pleased to unveil a spectacular array of exquisite pieces in the inaugural Geneva Jewels auction on 6 November. Comprising 110 lots, The Geneva Jewels Auction: ONE will be led by an exceptional Fancy Intense Pink diamond weighing 20.19 carats, alongside notable jewels by Fred and Sterlé, a captivating purplish pink diamond from Boodles, and fine signed jewels from prestigious houses like Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels. A curated selection of untreated coloured stones including radiant rubies, emeralds, and sapphires will grace the auction, alongside contemporary jewels by Viltier, Dries Criel, Maison Alix Dumas, Margaret, and Silvia Furmanovich. The Geneva Jewels Auction: ONE will take place at 3pm on 6 November. The online catalogue is now live and the grand preview in Geneva will unfold from 31 October to 6 November at The Ritz-Carlton Hôtel de la Paix, culminating in the auction at Hôtel La Réserve on 6 November. Alongside the live auction, Phillips will host an online-only sale, which will be open for bidding from1 to 9 November.
Benoît Repellin, Worldwide Head of Jewellery, said, “As the growth and expansion of our Jewels department continues unabated, we are thrilled to unveil these exquisite highlights in anticipation of our inaugural Jewels auction in Geneva. The Geneva Jewels Auction: ONE brings together an extraordinary array of treasures – from Boodles’ purplish pink diamond ring and Sterlé’s natural pearl and diamond earrings, to distinguished signed pieces from Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels and the allure of natural unheated sapphires and rubies, as well as emeralds with no indications of clarity modification. Coloured diamonds saw strong bidding competition during our recent Hong Kong auction, and the Geneva ONE sale will be led by an extraordinary fancy intense pink diamond. Weighing an impressive 20.19 carats, this magnificent diamond is the fourth largest fancy intense pink diamond ever to appear at auction. We are seeing global demand for rare and captivating jewels and our Geneva offering presents a meticulously curated selection. We eagerly anticipate showcasing these exceptional pieces as we continue our international highlights tour this month, leading up to the preview and auction in Geneva in November.”
Important Diamonds and Precious Stones
The sale will be headlined by a magnificent Fancy Intense Pink diamond which weighs 20.19 carats, and has VVS1 clarity, as well as excellent polish and symmetry. This exceptional gem ranks among the four largest fancy intense pink diamonds ever to grace an auction and notably stands as the most valuable jewel ever presented by Phillips.
A further leading highlight of the sale is an internally flawless, fancy intense yellow rectangular cut diamond ring, weighing an impressive 54.27 carats. Also on offer is a striking diamond ring by Fred, set with an oval diamond weighing 15.60 carats, with D Colour, VS2 Clarity, and Type IIa.
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Fancy Intense Yellow diamond ring, weighing 54.27 carats, Internally Flawless Estimate: CHF 1,170,000-1,620,000 / USD 1,300,000-1,800,000
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Fred Diamond ring weighing 15.60 carats, D Colour, VS2 Clarity, Type IIa Estimate: CHF 450,000-720,000 / USD 500,000-800,000 |
A magnificent selection of coloured stones takes centre stage in the auction, including a 7.17 carat Colombian emerald ring, adorned with oval diamonds, and with no indications of clarity modification. Another star lot is a ring featuring an unheated Kashmir sapphire, weighing 5.02 carats, and complemented by baguette diamonds. Another highlight of the selection is a ruby and diamond ring mounted by Graff which showcases a cushion-shaped unheated ruby of East African origin and weighing 9.37 carats.
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Emerald and diamond ring weighing 7.17 carats, Colombia, no oil Estimate: CHF 90,000-135,000 / USD 100,000-150,000
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Sapphire and diamond ring weighing 5.02 carats, Kashmir, no heat Estimate: CHF 180,000-270,000 / USD 200,000-300,000
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Monture Graff Ruby and diamond ring, weighing 9.37 carats, East Africa, no heat Estimate: CHF 290,000-450,000 / USD 320,000-500,000 |
Signed Jewels: Timeless Elegance Crafted by Masters
Of the signed jewel highlights included in this sale, Sterlé's 1960s natural pearl and diamond earrings are not to be missed. Each pendant boasts a drop-shaped natural pearl measuring approximately 18.51mm and 17.25mm in length and accented with brilliant-cut diamonds suspended from a surmount set with a marquise-shaped diamond. Adding to this splendor is a Boodles fancy intense purplish pink diamond ring weighing 1.52 carats. Further enriching this treasure trove are two signed jewels from revered houses: a Van Cleef & Arpels yellow sapphire and diamond "Ballerina" brooch, and a vintage 1920s Cartier diamond bracelet.
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Sterlé Pair of natural pearl and diamond earrings, 1960s Estimate: CHF 270,000-450,000 / USD 300,000-500,000 |
Boodles Fancy Intense Purplish Pink diamond ring weighing 1.52 carats, SI2 Clarity Estimate: CHF 180,000-270,000 / USD 200,000-300,000
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Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow sapphire and diamond brooch, ‘Ballerina’, 2017 Estimate: CHF 72,000-110,000 / USD 80,000-120,000 |
Cartier Diamond bracelet, circa 1925 Estimate: CHF 72,000-110,000 / USD 80,000-120,000 |
Further pieces that exemplify the pinnacle of craftsmanship and timeless allure include pair of sapphire, ruby, and diamond ear clips by Bulgari, showcasing two Burmese sapphires weighing 16.66 and 17.74 carats. The Van Cleef & Arpels sapphire and diamond bracelet, crafted in the 1950s, features a harmonious blend of sapphires and diamonds in a design that exudes sophistication. The Sterlé emerald and diamond ring from the 1960s boasts a Colombian emerald of 4.31 carats, complemented by a 5.82 carat F colour, SI2 clarity diamond, creating a striking fusion of colour and brilliance. Lastly, the Bulgari gold and coin demi-parure, aptly named 'Monete,' encompasses a necklace and a pair of ear clips.
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Bulgari Pair of sapphire, ruby and diamond ear clips Estimate: CHF 315,000-500,000 / USD 350,000-550,000 |
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire and diamond bracelet, 1950s Estimate: CHF 90,000-135,000 / USD 100,000-150,000
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Sterlé Emerald and diamond ring, 1960s Estimate: CHF 90,000-135,000 / USD 100,000-150,000
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Gold and coin demi-parure, ‘Monete’ Estimate: CHF 30,000-50,000 / USD 35,000-60,000 |
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The sale includes a collection of jewels by Hemmerle, renowned for their craftsmanship and innovative designs. Among the highlights is a striking ruby, emerald and sapphire brooch, featuring a vivid 3.40 carat Burmese ruby, distinguished by its exceptional quality with no heat treatment. Additionally, a pair of emerald ear clips exemplifies the brand's artistry in crafting jewellery that exudes sophistication and refinement. Together, these pieces stand as a testament to Hemmerle's unwavering dedication to elevating the art of fine jewelry.
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Hemmerle Ruby, emerald and sapphire brooch Estimate: CHF 35,000-50,000 / USD 40,000-60,000 |
Hemmerle Pair of emerald ear clips Estimate: CHF 13,000-20,000 / USD 15,000-22,000 |
Contemporary Jewels: Innovative Designs by the Creators of Today
For this inaugural jewelry auction in Geneva, Phillips has handpicked five contemporary designers to illuminate the talent and innovation of today, aligning with Phillips' distinctive identity. Each of these contemporary designers has entrusted two pieces that not only exemplify their unique creations and design philosophy but also stand as iconic representations of their respective maisons.
Contemporary jewels include a Viltier gold cuff, with brilliant-cut diamonds gracing each edge, and a Dries Criel gold and tiger’s eye bangle, featuring geometric tiger’s eye panels. This sale also includes a Maison Alix Dumas gold ring, ‘Eternité d’Or, and a pair of aquamarine and diamond earrings designed by Margaret. Not to be missed are Silvia Furmanovich’s enchanting “Butterfly” earrings of wood marquetry adorned with pear-shaped pink tourmaline and brilliant-cut diamonds.
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Margaret Pair of aquamarine and diamond earrings, ‘Chevron‘ Estimate: CHF 40,000-60,000 / USD 45,000 - 65,000
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Viltier Gold and diamond cuff ‘Edge’ Estimate: CHF 22,000-32,000 / USD 25,000-35,500 |
Dries Criel Gold and tiger’s eye bangle, ‘Lotus‘ Estimate: CHF 6,000-9,000 / USD 7,000-10,000 |
Maison Alix Dumas Gold ring, ‘Eternité d’Or’ Estimate: CHF 3,000-5,000 / USD 3,500-6,000 |
Silvia Furmanovich Pair of gold, tourmaline and wood ear clips, ‘Butterfly’ Estimate: CHF 5,000-8,000 / USD 6,000-9,000 |
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The Geneva Jewels Auction: ONE
Auction: 6 November 2023, 3pm CET
Auction location: Hôtel La Réserve, 301 Route de Lausanne, 1293 Geneva-Bellevue, Switzerland
Auction viewing: 31 October - 6 November 2023
Auction viewing location: The Ritz-Carlton Hôtel de la Paix, 11 quai du Mont-Blanc 1201 Geneva, Switzerland
Click here for more information: https://www.phillips.com/auctions/auction/CH060123
Geneva Jewels: Online Auction
Online Auction: 1 – 9 November 2023
Click here for more information: https://www.phillips.com/auctions/auction/CH060323
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