SKINNER FINE JEWELRY AUCTION JUNE 16th Brilliant diamonds, rare art deco pieces and
a unique collection from Belle Epoque actress Réjane featured at Skinner Fine Jewelry Auction to be held on June 16th
report stating that the color and clarity is D/VS2. Furthermore, GIA identifies the diamond as the rare type IIa (less than 2% of all diamonds are type II), which are stones of “exceptional optical clarity”. Another fine solitaire is a 5.01 cts. round brilliant-cut diamond ring, with an F/VS1 report from GIA. (lot 723, $120-130,000) Finally, there is an unusual art deco platinum, colored diamond, and diamond ring, bezel set with a 3.18 cts. fancy brownish orangey-yellow pear shape diamond with GIA report (lot 718, est. $15/20,000).
An interesting signed item is a David Webb colored diamond and diamond ring, designed as three fused bands bezel-set with a step-cut cognac diamond weighing approx. 3.45 cts., as well as twenty-six further colored diamonds (lot 664, est. $8/12,000). Its provenance is the family of Helen Lee Caldwell, a leading designer of children’s clothes in Manhattan for three decades under the name Helen Lee.
Tiffany & Co.
Antiques from Tiffany & Co. include a heart shaped pearl and diamond pendant, set with a baroque pearl and framed by old European-cut diamonds (lot 715, est. $8/12,000) and an antique 18k gold and Limoges enamel brooch, depicting a cherub playing a violin among scrolling vines with blossoms (lot 390; est. $2/3,000).
Rare Patek Philippe Pocket Watch
Additional highlights include a 18kt gold Patek Philippe gold open face split second chronograph pocket watch, c. 1922-23, (lot 480; est. $10/15,000). This model with three subsidiary dials is rarely offered at auction. There are several other Patek watches to view, including pocket watches and a wristwatch.
Georg Jensen Collection
Finally, a large group of vintage and modern Georg Jensen is offered at the beginning of the auction (nearly 90 lots) and includes brooches, rings, bracelets, necklaces, and wristwatches. Highlights include a sterling silver fringe necklace (lot 27, est. $1,500/2,000); a 18k ½ karat gold bracelet designed as alternating blossom and leaf motif links, (lot 37, est. $2/2,5000); 18k gold flower earrings (lot 43, est. $1/1,200); a 18k gold and cultured pearl brooch (lot 42, est. $1/1,500); 18K gold and cultured pearl earpendants (lot 45, est. $1/1,500); and finally a 18k gold wristwatch with gray metal dial and blue leather strap (lot 68; est. $1/1,200).
Catalog and Preview Information
Previews for the auction will be Sunday, June 14th, 12pm-5pm and Monday, June 15th, 12pm-7pm. Illustrated catalog #2462 is available by mail for $35 ($42 for foreign requests) from the subscription department at 978-779-6241 x240. It is also available at the gallery for $29. Prices realized will be available at www.skinnerinc.com during and after the sale. For more information, call 617-350-5400, or visit www.skinnerinc.com. Skinner's site also allows users to view all lots in the auctions, leave bids, and order catalogs online.
