The Swiss watchmaker said the company’s plans to use a new version of the Hallmark crown on jewelry would confuse consumers.
Orangy pink diamond sells for $6M at Sotheby’s
A 15.23-carat fancy intense orangy pink diamond garnered $6.1 million at Sotheby’s Magnificent Jewels sale Tuesday in New York, coming in at the low end of its pre-sale estimate.
Set in a platinum ring, the cushion-cut VS2 diamond is accented by 0.75 carats of round diamonds. The lot’s anticipated sale price was $6 million to $7 million.
The second highest-grossing lot of the sale was an exceptional Kashmir sapphire and diamond ring, which topped its pre-sale estimate when it sold for $5.1 million and set a world auction price per carat record for any sapphire at $180,731 per carat.
The ring boasts a 28.18-carat Kashmir sapphire framed by 32 tapered baguette diamonds and set in a platinum mounting made by Oscar Heyman & Brothers.
An emerald ring, featuring the 36.53-carat “El Dorado” emerald flanked by two triangle-shaped diamonds and set in 18-karat gold, sold for $2.2 million.
Also included in the sale’s top 10 lots was a platinum, emerald and diamond Cartier bracelet, a pair of diamond stud earrings weighing 10.03 carats total, a David Webb ring centered on a 14.26-carat diamond, and a Tiffany’s 12.71-carat Kashmir sapphire and diamond ring, among others.
Overall, Sotheby’s sale of Magnificent Jewels garnered $44.3 million, selling 82 percent by lot and 87 percent by value.
A complete list of results can be found on the Sotheby’s website.
The Latest
The executive talked about the importance of self-purchasers and how fuel cell electric vehicles are going to fuel demand for platinum.
The Indian jeweler’s new store in Naperville, Illinois marks its 350th location, part of its ongoing global expansion plans.
Tradeshow risks are real. Get tips to protect yourself before, during and after and gain safety and security awareness for your business.
It will award a graduating high school student with about $10,000 toward a GIA diploma and an internship with the Seattle-based jeweler.
Wheat Ridge, Colorado police took a 50-year-old man into custody Wednesday following a two-month search.
PGI partnered with four new and seven returning designers for its annual platinum capsule collection.
Meet Ben Claus—grand prize winner of For the Love of Jewelers 2023 Fall Design Challenge.
Nicolosi, president and CEO of The Kingswood Company, previously sat on WJA’s board from 2011 to 2018.
Karina Brez’s race-ready piece is a sophisticated nod to the horse-rider relationship.
The men are allegedly responsible for stealing millions in jewelry and other valuables in 43 burglaries in 25 towns across Massachusetts.
“Horizon” invites individuals to explore the limitless possibilities that lie ahead, said the brand.
The jeweler credits its recent “Be Love” campaign and ongoing brand revamp for its 17 percent jump in sales.
The co-founder of Lewis Jewelers was also the longtime mayor of the city of Moore.
Concerns about rising prices, politics, and global conflicts continue to dampen consumer outlook.
May’s birthstone is beloved for its rich green hue and its versatility.
Jacqui Larsson joins Opsydia with nearly two decades of experience in the industry.
Last month in Dallas, David Walton pushed another jeweler, David Ettinger, who later died.
The “Tiffany Céleste” collection reimagines designer Jean Schlumberger’s interpretations of the universe.
The brand also created a 100-carat lab-grown diamond necklace in honor of its centennial.
Tim Schlick has been promoted from his previous position as COO.
It’s the second year for the event, slated to take place in October in Toronto.
Supplier Spotlight Sponsored by GIA
Sales will be paused while the relocation takes place over the next few months.
“SIS x MISA Denim and Diamonds” is a collaboration between the designer and celebrity stylist Misa Hylton.
The retailer is moving to a newly designed space in the same shopping center.