The pear brilliant-cut, D-color, VVS2-clarity, type IIa stone is the lead item in the Jewels Online auction, which will take place from March 11 to 21, Christie’s said Wednesday. This will be the auction house’s first jewelry sale of the year, and will feature a curated selection of signed jewels, diamonds and colored gemstones. Select pieces from the sale will be open for public viewing at the Christie’s showroom in Rockefeller Center.
The auction will include items by well-known design houses such as Cartier, Hemmerle, Tiffany & Co., and Van Cleef & Arpels. Also up for sale will be a private collection from philanthropist and sailing enthusiast George Frederick “Fritz” Jewett, Jr. and his wife Lucy.
Two charitable collections will be on the block as well: One to benefit the Public Broadcasting System (PBS) Foundation, and another belonging to interior designer, author and Oprah Winfrey Show guest Nate Berkus. Proceeds from the latter will go toward financial aid at New York’s Grace Church School.
Here are some of the other highlights from the sale:
This ring features a round brilliant-cut, 1.13-carat, fancy-blue, VS2 diamond center stone with baguette-cut sapphires and diamonds on either side. It has a high estimate of $250,000.
A ring with a cut-cornered rectangular modified brilliant-cut, 8.21-carat, fancy-intense-yellow, VS1-clarity diamond is expected to bring in up to $100,000. The lot has no reserve price.
Christie’s will auction this Van Cleef & Arpels necklace featuring pink tourmalines, onyx and diamonds for an estimated $60,000 to $80,000.
This coin and bicolor-gold Tubogas bangle bracelet by Bulgari carries an estimate of up to $80,000. The cuff contains three staters from the ancient city of Corinth, each depicting a Pegasus on one side and the head of the goddess Athena on the other.
A 21.38 carat Fancy Vivid Yellow diamond is to be auctioned tomorrow (31 January) at Sotheby’s Hong Kong with an estimate of HKD 8,000,000 to 11,000,000 HKD ($1m to $1.4m).
The radiant-cut VS1 gem is flanked by two tapered baguette diamonds, mounted in platinum and 18 karat yellow gold, inscribed HW (Harry Winston).
The FCRF (Fancy Color Research Foundation) gives the stone a visual score of 7 out of 12. It says the stone looks slightly larger in relation to its weight, which is an important feature to consider when buying color diamonds.
“A large vivid yellow radiant cut diamond features a low inner grade and prominent colorless patches around the crown area,” it reports. “No significant green or brown undertone is visible in the hue.”
The stone leads the live Important Jewels auction, Sotheby’s first jewelry auction of the year in Hong Kong, comprising a selection of diamonds, colored stones, jadeites and signed jewels.
Do April birthdays have it best? With diamonds as their birthstone, they just might. Our selection of diamond April birthstone jewelry spans the wide range of diamond jewelry available today, from classic diamond high-jewelry from Harry Winston, the King of Diamonds, to demi-fine jewelry that perfectly expresses your unique style.
HARRY WINSTON
The Winston Cluster has been an icon for Harry Winston — and the jewelry world — since it debuted in the 1940s. Mr. Winston decided to place diamonds at different heights and angles, bringing in more light and increasing their sparkle. This high-jewelry necklace features 195 pear- and marquise-cut diamonds.
Harry Winston Winston Cluster necklace in platinum with 136.66 carats diamond, price on request, harrywinston.com
G BY GLENN SPIRO
G by Glenn Spiro ring in 18K red gold and bronze with a 10.01-carat marquise-cut diamond and pavé … [+] G BY GLENN SPIRO
Glenn Spiro is a London-based gemstone dealer and jewelry designer who specializes in exquisite stones. This ring features an exceptional 10.01-carat, D-colored, internally flawless, Type II A marquise-cut diamond. Type II A diamonds are the purest diamonds that exist, so a diamond of this size, color, and clarity is a rare find. The old mine diamond is set in 18K red gold and bronze, an unusual metal choice for a stone of this quality, and there are pavé diamonds that trim the shank. MORE FOR YOU Audemars Piguet Debuts Five New Royal Oak Watches, Including Three Flying Tourbillons And A Platinum Limited Edition 15202Celebrate Peridot, An August Birthstone, With These Beautiful Pieces Of Peridot Jewelry The Most Beautiful Opal Jewelry For October Birthdays
G by Glenn Spiro ring in 18K red gold and bronze with a 10.01-carat marquise-cut diamond and pavé diamonds, price on request, glennspiro.co.uk
ANANYA
Ananya Scatter earrings in 18K white gold with 4.9 carats diamond, $16,600, ananya.com ANANYA
London-based designer Ananya honors her Indian heritage in her pieces, but updates them with a contemporary design. The Scatter earrings feature 4.9 carats of baguette diamonds set in an organic pattern.
AnanyaScatter earrings in 18K white gold with 4.9 carats diamond, $16,600, ananya.com
ANITA KO
Anita Ko ring in 18K white gold with 3.8 carats diamond, $18,800, anitako.com ANITA KO
Anita Ko is known for her stunning diamond jewelry. She brings her unique design aesthetic to classic pieces, like this eternity band, which she makes modern and chic by using diagonally set diamonds. While eternity bands are traditional wedding bands, this piece is so chic it could easily be an everyday fashion statement.
Anita Ko ring in 18K white gold with 3.8 carats diamond, $18,800, anitako.com
KWIAT
Kwiat Legacy Embrace earrings in platinum with 25.46 carats diamond, price on request, kwiat.com KWIAT
Kwiat’s superb stones are on full display in the Legacy Embrace earrings. Two round brilliant diamonds, each around 1 carat, sit at the top of the earrings. Two diamond-set X motifs connect them to gorgeous pear-shaped diamonds, one weighing 11.06 carats, the other 11.19 carats.
KwiatLegacy Embrace earrings in platinum with 25.46 carats diamond, price on request, kwiat.com
FRED LEIGHTON
Fred Leighton Collet ring in 18K gold with 11.19 carats diamond, $254,000, fredleighton.com FRED LEIGHTON
Fred Leighton takes an unusual design approach in the Collet ring. It features a 10.05-carat marquise-cut diamond set in silver-topped 18K gold, a stark contrast to the white diamond. A smattering of round diamonds tops the yellow gold band.
Fred Leighton Collet ring in 18K gold with 11.19 carats diamond, $254,000, fredleighton.com
GRAZIELA
These chic Ascension Fringe earrings from Graziela have five strands of baguette diamonds that hang from cleverly-set baguette diamonds that recreate the look of a large emerald-cut diamond. Round-cut diamonds encircle the baguettes.
Graziela Ascension Fringe earrings in 18K white gold with 13.11 carats diamond, $91,000, grazielagems.com
JUDITH RIPKA
Judith Ripka Eros ring in sterling silver with .265 carats diamond, $895, judithripka.com JUDITH RIPKA
Judith Ripka’s Eros ring is perfect for wearing everyday. The sculptural rhodium-plated sterling silver ring curves around the finger and two rows of diamonds add sparkle. The Eros collection comes in 18K yellow gold, which is perfect for stacking.
Judith Ripka Eros ring in sterling silver with .265 carats diamond, $895, judithripka.com
CAYE JOAILLIER
Caye Joaillier Dizzy Diamonds bracelet in 18K yellow gold with .82 carats diamond, $2,950, … [+] CAYE JOAILLIER
This playful bracelet from Caye Joaillier is part of its Dizzy Diamonds collection. Three moving diamonds sit atop a diamond-set bar, and the three diamonds slide back and forth along the bar as you move.
Caye Joaillier Dizzy Diamonds bracelet in 18K yellow gold with .82 carats diamond, $2,950, cayejoaillier.com
OTIUMBERG
Otiumberg Diamond Charm Hoop earring in 9K yellow gold with .15 carats diamond, $730, otiumberg.com OTIUMBERG
Otiumerg is a chic demi-fine jewelry brand based in London. It was founded in 2016 by sisters Christie and Rosanna Wollenberg who couldn’t find affordable fine jewelry with cool designs that they wanted to wear. This 9K yellow gold hoop features 10 round brilliant diamonds on the hoops and has a single diamond drop. It’s sold individually, so you can mix and match.
Otiumberg Diamond Charm Hoop earring in 9K yellow gold with .15 carats diamond, $730, otiumberg.com
Source: luxury expert who specializes in style Kristen Shirley
Do April birthdays have it best? With diamonds as their birthstone, they just might. Our selection of diamond April birthstone jewelry spans the wide range of diamond jewelry available today, from classic diamond high-jewelry from Harry Winston, the King of Diamonds, to demi-fine jewelry that perfectly expresses your unique style.
HARRY WINSTON
The Winston Cluster has been an icon for Harry Winston — and the jewelry world — since it debuted in the 1940s. Mr. Winston decided to place diamonds at different heights and angles, bringing in more light and increasing their sparkle. This high-jewelry necklace features 195 pear- and marquise-cut diamonds.
Harry Winston Winston Cluster necklace in platinum with 136.66 carats diamond, price on request, harrywinston.com
G BY GLENN SPIRO
G by Glenn Spiro ring in 18K red gold and bronze with a 10.01-carat marquise-cut diamond and pavé … [+] G BY GLENN SPIRO
Glenn Spiro is a London-based gemstone dealer and jewelry designer who specializes in exquisite stones. This ring features an exceptional 10.01-carat, D-colored, internally flawless, Type II A marquise-cut diamond. Type II A diamonds are the purest diamonds that exist, so a diamond of this size, color, and clarity is a rare find. The old mine diamond is set in 18K red gold and bronze, an unusual metal choice for a stone of this quality, and there are pavé diamonds that trim the shank. MORE FOR YOU Audemars Piguet Debuts Five New Royal Oak Watches, Including Three Flying Tourbillons And A Platinum Limited Edition 15202Celebrate Peridot, An August Birthstone, With These Beautiful Pieces Of Peridot Jewelry The Most Beautiful Opal Jewelry For October Birthdays
G by Glenn Spiro ring in 18K red gold and bronze with a 10.01-carat marquise-cut diamond and pavé diamonds, price on request, glennspiro.co.uk
ANANYA
Ananya Scatter earrings in 18K white gold with 4.9 carats diamond, $16,600, ananya.com ANANYA
London-based designer Ananya honors her Indian heritage in her pieces, but updates them with a contemporary design. The Scatter earrings feature 4.9 carats of baguette diamonds set in an organic pattern.
AnanyaScatter earrings in 18K white gold with 4.9 carats diamond, $16,600, ananya.com
ANITA KO
Anita Ko ring in 18K white gold with 3.8 carats diamond, $18,800, anitako.com ANITA KO
Anita Ko is known for her stunning diamond jewelry. She brings her unique design aesthetic to classic pieces, like this eternity band, which she makes modern and chic by using diagonally set diamonds. While eternity bands are traditional wedding bands, this piece is so chic it could easily be an everyday fashion statement.
Anita Ko ring in 18K white gold with 3.8 carats diamond, $18,800, anitako.com
KWIAT
Kwiat Legacy Embrace earrings in platinum with 25.46 carats diamond, price on request, kwiat.com KWIAT
Kwiat’s superb stones are on full display in the Legacy Embrace earrings. Two round brilliant diamonds, each around 1 carat, sit at the top of the earrings. Two diamond-set X motifs connect them to gorgeous pear-shaped diamonds, one weighing 11.06 carats, the other 11.19 carats.
KwiatLegacy Embrace earrings in platinum with 25.46 carats diamond, price on request, kwiat.com
FRED LEIGHTON
Fred Leighton Collet ring in 18K gold with 11.19 carats diamond, $254,000, fredleighton.com FRED LEIGHTON
Fred Leighton takes an unusual design approach in the Collet ring. It features a 10.05-carat marquise-cut diamond set in silver-topped 18K gold, a stark contrast to the white diamond. A smattering of round diamonds tops the yellow gold band.
Fred Leighton Collet ring in 18K gold with 11.19 carats diamond, $254,000, fredleighton.com
GRAZIELA
These chic Ascension Fringe earrings from Graziela have five strands of baguette diamonds that hang from cleverly-set baguette diamonds that recreate the look of a large emerald-cut diamond. Round-cut diamonds encircle the baguettes.
Graziela Ascension Fringe earrings in 18K white gold with 13.11 carats diamond, $91,000, grazielagems.com
JUDITH RIPKA
Judith Ripka Eros ring in sterling silver with .265 carats diamond, $895, judithripka.com JUDITH RIPKA
Judith Ripka’s Eros ring is perfect for wearing everyday. The sculptural rhodium-plated sterling silver ring curves around the finger and two rows of diamonds add sparkle. The Eros collection comes in 18K yellow gold, which is perfect for stacking.
Judith Ripka Eros ring in sterling silver with .265 carats diamond, $895, judithripka.com
CAYE JOAILLIER
Caye Joaillier Dizzy Diamonds bracelet in 18K yellow gold with .82 carats diamond, $2,950, … [+] CAYE JOAILLIER
This playful bracelet from Caye Joaillier is part of its Dizzy Diamonds collection. Three moving diamonds sit atop a diamond-set bar, and the three diamonds slide back and forth along the bar as you move.
Caye Joaillier Dizzy Diamonds bracelet in 18K yellow gold with .82 carats diamond, $2,950, cayejoaillier.com
OTIUMBERG
Otiumberg Diamond Charm Hoop earring in 9K yellow gold with .15 carats diamond, $730, otiumberg.com OTIUMBERG
Otiumerg is a chic demi-fine jewelry brand based in London. It was founded in 2016 by sisters Christie and Rosanna Wollenberg who couldn’t find affordable fine jewelry with cool designs that they wanted to wear. This 9K yellow gold hoop features 10 round brilliant diamonds on the hoops and has a single diamond drop. It’s sold individually, so you can mix and match.
Otiumberg Diamond Charm Hoop earring in 9K yellow gold with .15 carats diamond, $730, otiumberg.com
Source: luxury expert who specializes in style Kristen Shirley
New models in Harry Winston’s Ocean Biretrograde collection reaffirm the brand’s status as one of the world’s most important purveyors of diamonds. Before the Swatch Group acquired Harry Winston in 2013, it was owned by Dominion Diamond company, the joint venture partner in Canada’s first diamond mine, Ekati, which entitled the company to first pick of run-of-mine gems.
Previous to that, it was owned by the Winston family. It was founded by Harry Winston, whose nickname, “the King of Diamonds,” resulted from his having acquired and sold some of the world’s top diamonds: the 726-carat Jonker; the 94.80-carat Star of the East (which he later sold to the Duchess of Windsor); and the storied 45.52-carat fancy blue Hope Diamond.
The Swatch Group has been careful to honor the legacy of Harry Winston, setting most ladies’ models, and some men’s, with diamonds new pieces in the Ocean Biretrograde Automatic 36mm collection and the more petite Emerald collection.
The Emerald collection is named after the shape of founder Harry Winston’s favorite diamond cut, the emerald. New 18k yellow and white gold models are ideal cocktail watches, at 18mm wide. They come with either a flexible Milanese woven bracelet or a classic satin double tour strap.
And now for the finale of the 2020 lineup: the Precious Cluster, set using Mr. Winston’s signature clustering technique with over seven carats of pear and trillion-cut diamonds, and the Winston Cluster, the high jewelry version with brilliant, marquise, and pear-cut diamonds totaling over 25 carats. The Cluster is a perfect response to the line, “Talk To Me Harry Winston!” from the 1953 song “Diamonds Are A Girl’s Best Friend.”
New models in Harry Winston’s Ocean Biretrograde collection reaffirm the brand’s status as one of the world’s most important purveyors of diamonds. Before the Swatch Group acquired Harry Winston in 2013, it was owned by Dominion Diamond company, the joint venture partner in Canada’s first diamond mine, Ekati, which entitled the company to first pick of run-of-mine gems.
Previous to that, it was owned by the Winston family. It was founded by Harry Winston, whose nickname, “the King of Diamonds,” resulted from his having acquired and sold some of the world’s top diamonds: the 726-carat Jonker; the 94.80-carat Star of the East (which he later sold to the Duchess of Windsor); and the storied 45.52-carat fancy blue Hope Diamond.
The Swatch Group has been careful to honor the legacy of Harry Winston, setting most ladies’ models, and some men’s, with diamonds new pieces in the Ocean Biretrograde Automatic 36mm collection and the more petite Emerald collection.
The Emerald collection is named after the shape of founder Harry Winston’s favorite diamond cut, the emerald. New 18k yellow and white gold models are ideal cocktail watches, at 18mm wide. They come with either a flexible Milanese woven bracelet or a classic satin double tour strap.
And now for the finale of the 2020 lineup: the Precious Cluster, set using Mr. Winston’s signature clustering technique with over seven carats of pear and trillion-cut diamonds, and the Winston Cluster, the high jewelry version with brilliant, marquise, and pear-cut diamonds totaling over 25 carats. The Cluster is a perfect response to the line, “Talk To Me Harry Winston!” from the 1953 song “Diamonds Are A Girl’s Best Friend.”
A 21.52 carat untreated Colombian emerald fetched nearly $1.2 million at Phillips Hong Kong Jewels and Jadeite July auction. The gem sold within estimates all sales include buyer’s premium. Described by the auction house as “exceptional and very rare,” it was the top lot in an otherwise mixed sale where several important lots were left on the block.
Among the items that didn’t sell was the top lot heading into the auction: a 20.25 carat internally flawless fancy vivid yellow diamond set on a diamond ring. Its estimate was $1.1 million to $1.5 million. It was withdrawn prior to the sale. Another item that was withdrawn was a necklace featuring 11 fine oval jadeite cabochons surrounded by brilliant cut diamonds and linked by marquise and pear shaped diamonds set on 18k white gold. Its estimate was $808,000- $1 million.
In addition, a very fine pair of fine jadeite cabochon earrings set on white gold did make it to the block but failed to find a bidder. Its estimate was $750,000 to $1.1 million.
Harry Winston 12.55 carat diamond ring sold for $1.1 million PHILLIPS
An important signed jewel that failed to attract a buyer was a one of a kind Peacock bangle by Chopard. The elaborate high jewelry creation is notable for its resplendent tail feathers that wrap around the wearer’s wrist. This design, marked by numerous details, is adorned with 7,500 gems that required hundreds of hours of study and work. Its estimate was $230,000 to $280,000.
Items that did do well in the sale held on July 8 at the JW Marriott Hong Kong were signed Harry Winston jewels and emeralds, such as the top lot.
Harry Winston Colombian emerald and diamond ear clips sold for $370,960 PHILLIPS
The number two lot in the sale was a a 12.55 carat rectangular step-cut diamond set on a vintage platinum ring, 1953. The D/IF type IIa diamond sold for $1.1 million, within estimates. In addition, a “very fine” pair of 4.52 and 4.44 carat step-cut Colombian “no oil” emerald and diamond ear clips from the famed New York jeweler sold for $370,960, within estimates. A pair of classic diamond cluster ear clips totaling 21.63 carats sold for $209,673, within estimates.
A 6.38 carat cushion-shaped emerald mounted on a platinum and 18k gold ring surrounded by diamonds by Bulgari fetched $403,218, within estimates.
Karen Suen conch pearl, pink diamond and diamond necklace sold for $217,737 PHILLIPS
Three jewels featuring gem quality conch pearls by contemporary Hong Kong jewelry designer, Karen Suen, were part of the sale. One of the three jewels, a conch pearl, pink diamond and diamond necklace fetched $217,737, within estimates. The other pieces, a pair of earrings and a ring made of conch pearls and diamonds failed to sell.
A 21.52 carat untreated Colombian emerald fetched nearly $1.2 million at Phillips Hong Kong Jewels and Jadeite July auction. The gem sold within estimates all sales include buyer’s premium. Described by the auction house as “exceptional and very rare,” it was the top lot in an otherwise mixed sale where several important lots were left on the block.
Among the items that didn’t sell was the top lot heading into the auction: a 20.25 carat internally flawless fancy vivid yellow diamond set on a diamond ring. Its estimate was $1.1 million to $1.5 million. It was withdrawn prior to the sale. Another item that was withdrawn was a necklace featuring 11 fine oval jadeite cabochons surrounded by brilliant cut diamonds and linked by marquise and pear shaped diamonds set on 18k white gold. Its estimate was $808,000- $1 million.
In addition, a very fine pair of fine jadeite cabochon earrings set on white gold did make it to the block but failed to find a bidder. Its estimate was $750,000 to $1.1 million.
Harry Winston 12.55 carat diamond ring sold for $1.1 million PHILLIPS
An important signed jewel that failed to attract a buyer was a one of a kind Peacock bangle by Chopard. The elaborate high jewelry creation is notable for its resplendent tail feathers that wrap around the wearer’s wrist. This design, marked by numerous details, is adorned with 7,500 gems that required hundreds of hours of study and work. Its estimate was $230,000 to $280,000.
Items that did do well in the sale held on July 8 at the JW Marriott Hong Kong were signed Harry Winston jewels and emeralds, such as the top lot.
Harry Winston Colombian emerald and diamond ear clips sold for $370,960 PHILLIPS
The number two lot in the sale was a a 12.55 carat rectangular step-cut diamond set on a vintage platinum ring, 1953. The D/IF type IIa diamond sold for $1.1 million, within estimates. In addition, a “very fine” pair of 4.52 and 4.44 carat step-cut Colombian “no oil” emerald and diamond ear clips from the famed New York jeweler sold for $370,960, within estimates. A pair of classic diamond cluster ear clips totaling 21.63 carats sold for $209,673, within estimates.
A 6.38 carat cushion-shaped emerald mounted on a platinum and 18k gold ring surrounded by diamonds by Bulgari fetched $403,218, within estimates.
Karen Suen conch pearl, pink diamond and diamond necklace sold for $217,737 PHILLIPS
Three jewels featuring gem quality conch pearls by contemporary Hong Kong jewelry designer, Karen Suen, were part of the sale. One of the three jewels, a conch pearl, pink diamond and diamond necklace fetched $217,737, within estimates. The other pieces, a pair of earrings and a ring made of conch pearls and diamonds failed to sell.
Swiss watch exports plunged in April as coronavirus lockdowns brought the entire supply chain to a near halt.
“Swiss watch exports were extremely low in April as a direct result of the standstill in production, distribution and sales, causing them to collapse,” the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry reported Tuesday.
Shipments slid 81% to CHF 328.8 million ($339.1 million) for the month, with nearly all markets declining significantly. Orders from Hong Kong plummeted 83% to CHF 42.2 million ($43.5 million), while supply to the US dropped 86% to CHF 27.9 million ($28.8 million). Exports to Japan fell 86% to CHF 19.5 million ($20.1 million).
The decline in China was more mild, slipping 16% to CHF 110.3 million ($113.7 million), and accounting for one-third of total Swiss watch exports in April, as the economy began to recover. However that compares with an increase of 11% to CHF 155.9 million ($160.6 million) in March. In February, shipments to China fell 52% due to the coronavirus.
All price categories “contracted sharply,” as exports of timepieces valued between CHF 500 ($516) to CHF 3,000 ($3,095) declined 72% by value. Watches worth more than CHF 3,000 dropped 86%.
Shipments of timepieces made from precious metal decreased 82% to CHF 102.4 million ($105.6 million). Supply of gold and steel watches saw the steepest decline, tumbling 90% to CHF 28.4 million ($29.3 million).
Swiss watch exports plunged in April as coronavirus lockdowns brought the entire supply chain to a near halt.
“Swiss watch exports were extremely low in April as a direct result of the standstill in production, distribution and sales, causing them to collapse,” the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry reported Tuesday.
Shipments slid 81% to CHF 328.8 million ($339.1 million) for the month, with nearly all markets declining significantly. Orders from Hong Kong plummeted 83% to CHF 42.2 million ($43.5 million), while supply to the US dropped 86% to CHF 27.9 million ($28.8 million). Exports to Japan fell 86% to CHF 19.5 million ($20.1 million).
The decline in China was more mild, slipping 16% to CHF 110.3 million ($113.7 million), and accounting for one-third of total Swiss watch exports in April, as the economy began to recover. However that compares with an increase of 11% to CHF 155.9 million ($160.6 million) in March. In February, shipments to China fell 52% due to the coronavirus.
All price categories “contracted sharply,” as exports of timepieces valued between CHF 500 ($516) to CHF 3,000 ($3,095) declined 72% by value. Watches worth more than CHF 3,000 dropped 86%.
Shipments of timepieces made from precious metal decreased 82% to CHF 102.4 million ($105.6 million). Supply of gold and steel watches saw the steepest decline, tumbling 90% to CHF 28.4 million ($29.3 million).
Renowned jeweller Harry Winston purchased the exceptional pink diamond for more than $50 million USD.
The rectangular cut, 18.96 carat, fancy vivid pink diamond sold for $50.4 million at the Christie’s Magnificent Jewels sale in Geneva.
The diamond previously owned by the Oppenheimer family of South Africa had a presale estimate of $30 million to $50 million. The new owners have renamed the stone the Winston Pink Legacy.
“This exceptional diamond captured the imagination of international collectors across the globe, with over 30,000 people visiting Christie’s sale previews to see this remarkable stone,” said Rahul Kadakia, Christie’s international head of jewelry.
“It has taken its rightful place among the world’s greatest diamonds.” Magnificent Jewels auction sold 86% of lots grossing a total of $110.2 million USD.
Renowned jeweller Harry Winston purchased the exceptional pink diamond for more than $50 million USD.
The rectangular cut, 18.96 carat, fancy vivid pink diamond sold for
$50.4 million at the Christie’s Magnificent Jewels sale in Geneva.
The diamond previously owned by the Oppenheimer family of South
Africa had a presale estimate of $30 million to $50 million. The new
owners have renamed the stone the Winston Pink Legacy.
“This exceptional diamond captured the imagination of international
collectors across the globe, with over 30,000 people visiting Christie’s
sale previews to see this remarkable stone,” said Rahul Kadakia,
Christie’s international head of jewelry.
“It has taken its rightful
place among the world’s greatest diamonds.”
Magnificent Jewels auction sold 86% of lots grossing a total of $110.2 million USD.
