June 2024: Day One
Presenting an extraordinary selection of fine jewelry, luxury timepieces, and exquisite decorative art. The auction highlights include a stunning Diamond & Platinum Cocktail Ring, ca. 1950, with an aggregate weight of approximately 5.85 carats, showcasing fine white VVS II quality diamonds. Another notable jewelry piece is the Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Ring, ca. 1930, which features three old mine cut diamonds and sixteen single cut diamonds set in 14K gold, complemented by twelve blue sapphire baguettes.
A highlight among timepieces is the Piaget 18k Yellow Gold & Lapis Lazuli Automatic Wristwatch, featuring a striking lapis lazuli dial and signature branding, sourced from a private collection in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. Additionally, the Movado 14k Yellow Gold Men's Wristwatch, with its classic Roman numeral dial, from a Dearborn, MI private collector.
The auction also offers an impressive range of Steuben glass pieces from a Grosse Pointe Park, MI collector, including the "Partridge in a Pear Tree" figurine by Lloyd Atkins and James Houston's "Glass Cheese & 18k Gold Mouse." Furthermore, the selection of Waterford crystal includes various collections such as 'Kylemore' and 'Lismore,' alongside selected Lalique crystal vases and pitchers, ensures a refined addition to any home.
Sterling silver enthusiasts will find delight in the extensive offerings, including an exquisite Colonial silver creamer & covered sugar urn by JR set, a Gorham 'Fairfax' Sterling Silver Flatware set from a Detroit, MI private collection, and a Reed and Barton silver soldered serving tray with an inlaid mahogany surface from Bloomfield Hills, MI. Pen collectors will also find a delightful assortment of luxury writing utensils, notably including a Namiki 'King Cobra Maki-e' limited edition fountain pen.