Byzantine Sapphire

Kashmir Unheated Sapphire and Diamond Ring CHICAGO – Although they can be found in other parts of the world, the best sapphires come from mines in Kashmir, the disputed territory claimed by China, India and Pakistan that is located at the top of the Indian subcontinent. Typically blue, sapphires can be found in a range […]

Kashmir Sapphire Vintage Ring By Boucheron, $258,800 BIRMINGHAM, U.K. – A Boucheron Kashmir sapphire ring hammered at Fellows Auctioneers in Birmingham, England for £175,000 on October 12. Estimated at £60,000-£80,000, the Sixties jewel drew worldwide attention before selling for a price of £218,500 ($258,800) including buyer’s premium. Kashmir sapphires have acquired a near-legendary status due to their lustrous cornflower color, soft […]

LOS ANGELES — Just in time for the holidays, John Moran Auctioneers will present its Winter Fine Jewelry & Timepieces auction on Wednesday, December 7, beginning at 10 am Pacific time. Having more than 370 lots, the selection will include jewelry, timepieces, diamonds, emeralds, sapphires and gold. The first half of the auction will offer […]