John Moran brings serious bling to Fine Jewelry & Timepieces auction, May 24

Multicolored sapphire and diamond triple bombe style ring in 18k gold, estimated at $4,000-$6,000
Multicolored sapphire and diamond triple bombe style ring in 18k gold, estimated at $4,000-$6,000
Multicolored sapphire and diamond triple bombe style ring in 18K gold, estimated at $4,000-$6,000

LOS ANGELES — John Moran Auctioneers will present its spring rendition of its Fine Jewelry & Timepieces auction on Wednesday, May 24. The sale, starting at 10 am Pacific time, will feature more than 275 lots of stunning jewelry pieces and an impressive selection of watches. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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‘Real Housewives’ star’s diamond earrings led exciting fine jewelry sale at John Moran

Pair of princess cut diamond stud earrings worn by Erika Jayne Girardi, $312,500
Pair of princess-cut diamond stud earrings worn by Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Erika Jayne Girardi, $312,500

LOS ANGELES — Everyone from bidders to Bravo fans checked in on John Moran’s December 7 Fine Jewelry & Timepieces sale to see the diamond stud earrings once owned by The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Erika Jayne Girardi. While they were the definite stars of the show, there was also major interest in the more than 170 other treasures on offer, which included a Friedrich basketweave diamond ring, a tanzanite and diamond ring. and also gold wristwatches by Cartier and Patek Philippe.

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South Sea pearl necklace leads strong J. Garrett lineup Sept. 11-12

Elizabeth Gage 18K gold necklace with baroque South Sea pearls, est. $70,000-$120,000
Elizabeth Gage 18K gold necklace with baroque South Sea pearls, est. $70,000-$120,000
Elizabeth Gage 18K gold necklace with baroque South Sea pearls, est. $70,000-$120,000

DALLAS – Two important Dallas estates, plus other fine consignments in a wide variety of categories, will come up for bid in a two-day, online and absentee-only auction planned for the weekend of September 11 and 12 by J. Garrett Auctioneers, based in Dallas. Start times both days will be 10 am Central time. Nearly 1,000 quality lots will be offered. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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