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Waltham, Elgin and Lady Racine Pocket Watches in 14 Karat Yellow Gold

Timepieces and Diamonds Shine in Cowan’s May Fine Jewelry & Timepieces Auction

G.I.A. certified stones and pieces by well-known makers lead the way in the May 21, 2017 sale

 

G.I.A. certified diamonds and timepieces were the hottest items in Cowan’s May 21, 2017 Fine Jewelry & Timepieces Live Salesroom Auction making up seven of the Top 10 lots. The sale also featured jewelry from important makers such as Cartier and Tiffany & Co. as well as a sizable collection of Victorian pieces.

The diamonds ranged from 1.01 carat to 2.76 carat in a wide variety of cuts and colors. The top lot of the stones was a G.I.A. Certified 2.76 carat Old European Brilliant Cut diamond that sold for $13,200.

The auction started off with spirited bidding on the selection of pocket watches with most pieces hammering above estimate. The top lot of the pocket watches was a Gruen Fiftieth Anniversary in 14 karat yellow gold that sold for $2,880.

Wrist watches fetched the highest prices in the timepiece category, though, highlighted by a Patek Philippe Calatrava in 18 karat yellow gold that sold for $4,305.

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Loose Stone Highlights

G.I.A. Certified 2.76 Carat Old European Brilliant Cut Diamond
G.I.A. Certified 2.76 Carat Old European Brilliant Cut Diamond
Price Realized: $13,200
G.I.A. Certified 1.46 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond
G.I.A. Certified 1.46 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond
Price Realized: $6,900
G.I.A. Certified 2.59 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond
G.I.A. Certified 2.59 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond
Price Realized: $6,000
G.I.A. Certified 2.23 Old European Brilliant Cut Diamond
G.I.A. Certified 2.23 Old European Brilliant Cut Diamond
Price Realized: $5,100

Timepiece Highlights

Patek Philippe Calatrava in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe Calatrava in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Price Realized: $4,305
Cartier Roadster XL 2618 Automatic in Stainless and Gold
Cartier Roadster XL 2618 Automatic in Stainless and Gold
Price Realized: $4,200
Gruen Fiftieth Anniversary Pocket Watch in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Gruen Fiftieth Anniversary Pocket Watch in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Price Realized: $2,880
Illinois Miller Grade 18 Karat Hunter Case Pocket Watch
Illinois Miller Grade 18 Karat Hunter Case Pocket Watch
Price Realized: $2,160

Fine Jewelry Highlights

Charm Bracelet in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with Mexican Pesos
Charm Bracelet in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with Mexican Pesos
Price Realized: $7,995
Cartier Diamond Earrings Ca. 1950
Cartier Diamond Earrings Ca. 1950
Price Realized: $6,000
Vintage Diamond Dress Clips/Brooch in Platinum with 18 Karat White Gold
Vintage Diamond Dress Clips/Brooch in Platinum with 18 Karat White Gold
Price Realized: $4,200
Guards Club of London Gold Cigarette Case Ca. 1946
Guards Club of London Gold Cigarette Case Ca. 1946
Price Realized: $3,360
Italmex 18 Karat Quad Color Gold Bracelet
Italmex 18 Karat Quad Color Gold Bracelet
Price Realized: $3,240
Larter
Larter & Sons Diamond Tuxedo Set in 14 Karat Yellow Gold with G.I.A. Certified 1.04 Carat Diamond
Price Realized: $3,120
Vintage Diamond and Citrine Drop Pendant/Brooch in Platinum
Vintage Diamond and Citrine Drop Pendant/Brooch in Platinum
Price Realized: $2,880
Vintage Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
Vintage Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
Price Realized: $2,706

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