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by Charlotte Wannebroucq · CNE Accredited Gemmologist

A wonderful spring at Sotheby’s

The May 12, 2015 sale at Sotheby's is a must-see for lovers of beautiful, very beautiful jewelry. So let's celebrate spring with some of the wonders offered by Sotheby's.
Charlotte Wannebroucq, CNE-certified expert gemmologist
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Updated on 1 November
Updated on 1 November 2022
A wonderful spring at Sotheby's

The Sotheby’s sale of May 12, 2015 is a must-see for lovers of beautiful, very beautiful jewelry. So we celebrate spring with some of the wonders offered by Sotheby’s.

As with a famous bird Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co,

Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co Brooch "Bird on the Rock" Aquamarine, Diamonds, Ruby
Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co
Brooch »Bird on the rock »
Aquamarine, Diamonds, Rubies

Or with the creations of Suzanne Belperron which are always a pleasure to appreciate.

Suzanne Belperron Sapphire Ring 1960
Suzanne Belperron
Sapphire ring
1960

 

Suzanne Belperron Pendant Crystal Rock and Diamonds 1963
Suzanne Belperron
Rock Crystal Pendant and Diamonds
1963
Suzanne Belperron Pair of Earrings with Fine Pearls and Diamonds 1965
Suzanne Belperron
Pair of Earrings
Fine Pearls and Diamonds
1965

 

Suzanne Belperron Star-Shaped Sapphire Ring, Calcedonia and Diamonds 1961
Suzanne Belperron
Star-Shaped Sapphire Ring, Cadmium and Diamonds
1961

 

Suzanne Belperron Pearl and Diamond Ring 1964
Suzanne Belperron
Pearl and Diamond Ring
1964
Suzanne Belperron Earrings of Culture Pearls, Gold
Suzanne Belperron
Perles de Culture Necklace, Gold

 

Suzanne Belperron Pendant "Muguet" Emeralds and Diamonds 1961
Suzanne Belperron
Pendant «Muguet» Emeralds and Diamonds
1961
Suzanne Belperron Emerald Ring, Gold 1958
Suzanne Belperron
Emerald ring, Gold
1958

 

Suzanne Belperron Crystal Rock and Diamond Ring 1958
Suzanne Belperron
Crystal Rock and Diamond Ring
1958
Suzanne Belperron Diamond Bracelet 1967
Suzanne Belperron
Diamond Bracelet
1967
Suzanne Belperron Earrings Set 1969
Suzanne Belperron
Pair of Earrings
1969
Suzanne Belperron Ring of Garnet and Peridot. 1974
Suzanne Belperron
Emerald and Peridot Ring.
1974
Suzanne Belperron Pierres Fines, Gold 1963
Suzanne Belperron
Fine Stones, Gold
1963

 

Spring could also be a treasure trove of princesses to choose the most beautiful of them all.

Tiare Emeralds and Diamonds from the early 20th century
Tiare Emeralds and Diamonds
Early 20th century
Tiare/Diamond Necklace 1880
Tiare/Diamond Necklace
1880
Tiare/Necklace Circa 1890
Tiare/Necklace
Circa 1890
Tiare Cartier Diamonds 1930
Tiare Cartier Diamonds
1930
Tiare Diamonds and Rubies 2nd half of the 19th century
Tiare Diamonds and Rubies
2nd half of the 19th century

And a bit of history with this 8.72 carat rose diamond, a very beautiful and rare cushion-cut diamond, which would have been part of the collection of Princess Mathilde, niece of Napoleon I.

A NICE MONTH IN MAY AT SOTHEBY'S

From’Drunkenness For this Cartier necklace, a cascade of 190.77 carats of diamonds!

A NICE MONTH IN MAY AT SOTHEBY'S

The « Sunrise Ruby », a Cartier ring adorned with a ruby A Burmese 25.59 carat pigeon blood diamond.A NICE MONTH IN MAY AT SOTHEBY'S

Of course, one must not forget this must-have item for a woman of the world!
This charming 1925 beauty essential from the Cartier house, designed for a graceful hand.

Cartier enamel, mother-of-pearl, coral, pearls, emeralds, diamonds,
Cartier 1925
Enamel, Mother of Pearl, Coral, Pearls, Emeralds, Diamonds, Gold.

It’s the whole Art Deco style, a stylistic motif suggesting Egyptian columns on the side, then two bouquets of coral flowers complete this case.
A little treasure of femininity, as it hides a powder compact, a lipstick case, a folding mirror and secret compartments.

A NICE MONTH IN MAY AT SOTHEBY'S

A NICE MONTH IN MAY AT SOTHEBY'S

Don’t miss this prestigious sale where everything you love about jewelry will be present… beauty, the extraordinary, history, and elegance.

This is indeed a Haute Joaillerie sale Sotheby’s !

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Charlotte Wannebroucq, CNE-certified expert gemmologist
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Charlotte Wannebroucq

Gemmologist expert, member of the CNE-Art, and expert in signed jewelry. Twenty-five years of experience at the heart of Parisian jewelry, between the Carré Rive Gauche and Place Vendôme.
She signs the decryptions of collections, the analyses of stones and the estimates published in Esprit Joaillerie. Each piece commented on is examined in person, in the workshop, in the sales room or in the showroom.
  • Expertise

    Gemmology and signed jewellery

  • Member

    CNE-Art

  • Experience

    Over 25 years in Parisian jewellery