All that glitters is up for bid in Jasper52’s July 19 Fine Designer & Gold Jewelry sale

Bruno Guidi diamond, ruby and 18K gold mesh bracelet, estimated at $10,000-$12,000
Bruno Guidi diamond, ruby and 18K gold mesh bracelet, estimated at $10,000-$12,000
Bruno Guidi diamond, ruby and 18K gold mesh bracelet, estimated at $10,000-$12,000

NEW YORK – A diamond, ruby and 18K gold mesh bracelet by Bruno Guidi; a 14K gold ring in the form of a horned deer or antelope skull; and a Sabbadini 18K yellow and white gold and diamond cuff bracelet will compete for top-lot status at Jasper52’s next Fine Designer and Gold Jewelry sale, which will be held on Wednesday, July 19, beginning at 3 pm Eastern time. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Bid Smart: Sports-themed jewelry has won a growing legion of fans

This football pendant in 10K gold with 1.29 carats of diamonds sold for $970 plus the buyer’s premium in October 2019. Image courtesy of Fine Jewelry and Coin Liquidator and LiveAuctioneers.
This football pendant in 10K gold with 1.29 carats of diamonds sold for $970 plus the buyer’s premium in October 2019. Image courtesy of Fine Jewelry and Coin Liquidator and LiveAuctioneers.
This football pendant in 10K gold with 1.29 carats of diamonds sold for $970 plus the buyer’s premium in October 2019. Image courtesy of Fine Jewelry and Coin Liquidator and LiveAuctioneers.

NEW YORK — Jewelry provides the finishing touch for all occasions, from fancy dinners to a trip to the mall. While these pieces, whether they’re for daily wear or strictly for gala functions, reflect prevailing jewelry styles and materials, they can also say something about the wearer’s hobbies and interests. Sports-themed jewelry is a distinctive niche that has a growing legion of fans.

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Bruneau’s Feb. 27 sale offers centuries-spanning eclectic mix

Chinese Qing dynasty porcelain sculpture of a Guanyin, estimated at $1,000-$2,000
Chinese Qing dynasty porcelain sculpture of a Guanyin, estimated at $1,000-$2,000

CRANSTON, R.I. – An early 20th-century Duffner & Kimberly heraldic armorial table lamp, a Chinese Qing dynasty porcelain sculpture of a Guanyin, and an 18th-century Continental carved wooden tavern wall panel are three of the expected highlights in a two-session Couture, Jewelry and Fine & Decorative Art auction slated for Monday, February 27 at Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Jasper52 delivers Vintage Silver and Southwest Treasures, Jan. 9

Men’s sterling silver turquoise ring, estimated at $70-$80
Men’s sterling silver turquoise ring, estimated at $70-$80

NEW YORK – A men’s silver turquoise ring; a silver, turquoise and coral cuff bracelet featuring a ladies’ watch; and a vintage vermeil filigree floral brooch will likely earn top lot status at Jasper52’s Vintage Silver and Southwest Treasures auction, which will be held on Monday, January 9 at noon Eastern time. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Summer Jewels make you feel fine at Rago, June 29

Almond flower earrings by JAR, est. $4,500-$6,000. Image courtesy of Rago/Wright/LAMA
Almond flower earrings by JAR, est. $4,500-$6,000. Image courtesy of Rago/Wright/LAMA
Almond flower earrings by JAR, est. $4,500-$6,000. Image courtesy of Rago/Wright/LAMA

LAMBERTVILLE, N.J. – Rago/Wright will present Summer Jewels, a seasonally curated auction of luxury jewelry, on Wednesday, June 29 at Rago. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Estate of California dealer Grace Garcia to be auctioned by Turner, June 4

David Yurman amethyst, pink tourmaline, green onyx, silver and 14K gold cuff bracelet, estimated at $300-$500
David Yurman amethyst, pink tourmaline, green onyx, silver and 14K gold cuff bracelet, estimated at $300-$500

SAN FRANCISCO – Turner Auctions + Appraisals will offer the Grace Garcia Estate, Part I, on Saturday, June 4. It features a wide array of paintings, religious items and decorative arts from the personal collection of the late Grace Garcia, a passionate collector of beautiful things and an avid world traveler. Known as Gracie by her many friends, acquaintances and customers, she was the owner of Gilroy Antiques in Gilroy, California, for more than 30 years. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Choice handbags from matchmaker’s estate at Benefit Shop, Feb. 23

Limited edition Fendi beaded silk purse, est. $200-$800
Limited edition Fendi beaded silk purse, est. $200-$800
Limited edition Fendi beaded silk purse, est. $200-$800

MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. — On the heels of Valentine’s Day, the Benefit Shop Foundation, Inc. will feature the estate of matchmaker Denise Winston at its Red Carpet auction on Wednesday, February 23, starting at 10 am Eastern time. The sale will include more than 200 lots of items from her estate such as rugs, art, fashion, fine crystal and glass, sculpture and furniture, as well as choice pieces from other estates. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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