NEW YORK – On Tuesday, October 3, starting at 2 pm Eastern time, Jasper52 will conduct an 109-lot sale of Fine Pearl Jewelry. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.
Though it contains pieces boasting Pink Edison pearls, greenish-black Tahitian peacock pearls, white Akoya pearls, chocolate pearls, and black pearls, the sale’s spotlight is firmly on jewelry that showcases golden South Sea pearls.
First among the highlights is a set of 14K gold and golden South Sea pearl drop earrings that have an estimate of $1,200-$1,300. Each pearl is described as having a ‘clean and smooth’ surface and ‘excellent’ luster.
Next up is a single golden South Sea pearl fashioned into a 14K gold pendant on a 45cm (nearly 18in) chain. Its estimate is $800-$900.
Rounding out the highlights is a spectacular single-strand necklace of golden South Sea pearls that carries an estimate of $15,000-$20,000.