Precious and important collector's "Jewels" at auction in Geneva

Generally pure stones are preferred as an investment in precious stones but there is also another type of investment, that of jewels of historical and artistic value, better if made by large Maisons which can give good investment results. In this regard, the weekly edition "Fine Jewel online" from 2 to 7 September Geneva - presented by Sotheby's - of fine jewels is an example. These are exceptional pieces from the XNUMXth century to the present day from a superb Bulgari brooch to a selection of beautiful pieces from Maison Graff. Glamorous jewelery from the iconic houses of Cartier and René Boivin along with gemstones of different colors are also offered for sale.

Ancient jewelry can be regarded as treasures of human civilization. They have survived wars and disasters, witnessed the rise and fall of monarchies, governments, economies and populations; they are gifts from the past, waiting to share their stories. Surviving jewels have compelling stories to tell. Recent decades have seen a renewed interest in antique jewelry. Collectors have turned their discerning eye to these great treasures that had lain dormant, waiting to be discovered and given a new life.

Some examples:

Brooch with pearls, diamonds and feathers, early XNUMXth century
Estimate: 5.000 – 8.000 CHF Of spray design, composed of button-shaped pearls and round and rose cut diamonds, holding a plume of white egret feathers, later adapted into a tiara, inner circumference approx. 490 mm, detachable brooch , lacking pin mounting, screwdriver, French dosage marks for gold.

Gold and amethyst necklace, circa 1830
Estimate: 3.000 – 5.000 CHF

Designed as a series of oval amethysts suspending pendants designed as bunches of grapes, the central amethyst and clasp supporting similarly detachable pendants, French Proof Hallmark for 18K gold and maker's mark.