Bonhams New York’s first jewelry auction of 2018, to be held on April 17, will be highlighted by a diamond solitaire ring estimated at $500,000 – 700,000. According to a press release, the ring is set with a round brilliant-cut diamond that weighs 10.01 carats and is F color, VVS2 clarity.
Another highlight is an Art Deco ruby and diamond bracelet by Cartier, circa 1935, estimated at $80,000 – 120,000. It features seven rows of ruby beads, interspersed by baguette-cut diamond bars and flanked by old European-cut diamonds. A third highlight is a ruby and diamond necklace by Bulgari estimated at $200,000 – 300,000. It features a total of 50 graduated oval-shaped rubies, the largest weighing approximately 2.15 carats, alternating with graduated round brilliant-cut diamonds.
The sale, which consists of 133 lots, will include Burmese rubies, Kashmir sapphires, Colombian emeralds, and “an impressive selection of magnificent diamonds”.
