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Aquamarines: The March birthstone is always in a blue mood

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A natural 3.48-ctw aquamarine and diamond ring in 14K white gold sold for $710,900 plus the buyer’s premium in September 2021 at World Jewelry Auctions. Image courtesy of World Jewelry Auctions and LiveAuctioneers.

A natural 3.48-ctw aquamarine and diamond ring in 14K white gold sold for $710,900 plus the buyer’s premium in September 2021. Image courtesy of World Jewelry Auctions and LiveAuctioneers.

NEW YORK — The birthstone of March, the aquamarine, is well named, drawn from the Latin words for water, aqua, and the sea, marina. The gemstone’s coloration, which can range from the palest blue to a dark blue, certainly evokes the colors of the sea. Aquamarines are popular in jewelry and can be cut into a variety of shapes. Emerald, round or brilliant cuts are most commonly used to bring out the stone’s beauty.

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This moonstone intaglio and diamond ring, carved with an image of Apollo, earned $11,248 plus the buyer’s premium in September 2021 at Elmwood’s. Image courtesy of Elmwood’s and LiveAuctioneers

Moonstones: glowing with beams of mythical lunar light

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This moonstone intaglio and diamond ring, carved with an image of Apollo, earned $11,248 plus the buyer’s premium in September 2021 at Elmwood’s. Image courtesy of Elmwood’s and LiveAuctioneers

This moonstone intaglio and diamond ring, carved with an image of Apollo, earned $11,248 plus the buyer’s premium in September 2021 at Elmwood’s. Image courtesy of Elmwood’s and LiveAuctioneers

NEW YORK — Moonstones, a kind of feldspar, have been admired, cherished and turned into jewelry for centuries. According to folklore, moonstones were made from beams of moonlight and it might be possible to catch a glimpse of Diana, the Roman goddess of the moon, inside them. Some claim that these stones have healing properties, can bring luck and wisdom, and might allow whoever holds it to see the future.

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David Webb 18K gold bangle bracelet, est. $56,000-$67,000

Maximum holiday sparkle in Designer & Signed Jewelry sale, Dec. 1

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David Webb 18K gold bangle bracelet, est. $56,000-$67,000

David Webb 18K gold bangle bracelet, est. $56,000-$67,000

NEW YORK – On Wednesday, December 1, starting at 8 pm Eastern time, Jasper52 will hold a sale of Designer and Signed Jewelry – 190 lots of precious and delightful pieces by the most storied names, firms and houses. On offer will be a vintage Chaumet 18K gold and diamond bangle bracelet; a Buccellati gold, diamond and tourmaline earrings and necklace set; a vintage David Webb 18K gold Zebra bangle bracelet; a Cartier diamond and platinum ring featuring a natural sapphire; a pair of Suzanne Belperron Dents de Loup clips in 18K yellow gold, platinum and diamonds; and a Harry Winston ring featuring a 4.03-carat emerald-cut diamond set in platinum. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Circa-1980s emerald and diamond ring by Harry Winston, est. $252,000-$302,000

Designer & Signed Jewelry sparkles in Sept. 29 New York auction

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Circa-1980s emerald and diamond ring by Harry Winston, est. $252,000-$302,000

Circa-1980s emerald and diamond ring by Harry Winston, est. $252,000-$302,000

NEW YORK – On Wednesday, September 29, starting at 8 pm Eastern time, Jasper52 will hold an auction of Designer & Signed Jewelry – 225 lots of treasures from Tiffany & Co., David Webb, David Yurman, Harry Winston, Oscar Heyman, Angela Cummings, Marina B, Alberto Juan, Henry Dunay, H. Stern, Cartier, Chaumet, Bulgari, Buccellati, Garrard, Van Cleef & Arpels, Graff, Piaget, Carrera y Carrera, Picchiotti, Boucheron, Greenleaf & Crosby, Christian Dior, Mikimoto, Fred Leighton, Hemmerle, Chanel, Hermes, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and, believe it or not, still more brands and illustrious names than that. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Clementine Hunter painting enlivens June 20 Auctions at Showplace sale

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Clementine Hunter, ‘Folk Art Still Life,’ estimated at $6,000-$8,000

Clementine Hunter, ‘Folk Art Still Life,’ estimated at $6,000-$8,000

NEW YORK – On June 20, Auctions at Showplace will offer 280 lots directly from New York City and metropolitan estates including an impressive selection of fine art, furniture, and decorative arts. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Greene & Greene circa 1914 mahogany couch, estimated at $80,000-$120,000

Greene & Greene couch, Steinway pianos adorn Abell auction, May 23

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Greene & Greene circa 1914 mahogany couch, estimated at $80,000-$120,000


Greene & Greene circa 1914 mahogany couch, estimated at $80,000-$120,000

LOS ANGELES – Abell Auction Co. will present an exquisite array of fine art, antiques, 20th century design, and jewelry from prominent Southern California estates at its online-only quarterly auction on May 23 starting at 10 am Pacific time. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Jewelry and Asian art abound in May 5 Dallas Auction Gallery sale

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David Webb crystal and diamond necklace, estimated at $15,000-$25,000


David Webb crystal and diamond necklace, estimated at $15,000-$25,000

DALLAS — Dallas Auction Gallery will hold its spring Fine Jewelry & Asian Art auction on May 5. It will feature a large selection of important jewelry and watches from Texas estates, including that of a prominent Fort Worth patron of the arts. The sale will also include a collection of Chinese antiques from the estate of Wei Yuan Hsueh and Emily Hsueh. Mr. Hsueh was a Chinese government official as Consul to Jamaica and Consul to Germany prior to opening the Oriental Art Shop in Dallas in 1948. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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David Webb: Jeweler to the stars

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David Webb diamond and gemstone leopard brooch, crafted in 18K gold and platinum; featuring green gemstone-set eyes and 25 round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 1.05 carats, est. $7,000-$9,000, sold for $7,500 at Fortuna in New York City on Sept. 27, 2018.

NEW YORK – Anyone who knows anything about fine jewelry is familiar with the name David Webb (1925-1975), the American jeweler and self-taught designer who rose from an unassuming beginning in Asheville, North Carolina, to become one the industry’s most famous names.

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