Greet spring with fresh designer jewelry, watches and bags, March 28

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K gold and lapis lazuli 10-motif Alhambra necklace, estimated at $29,000-$35,000
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K gold and lapis lazuli 10-motif Alhambra necklace, estimated at $29,000-$35,000

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K gold and lapis lazuli 10-motif Alhambra necklace, estimated at $29,000-$35,000

NEW YORK – A vintage black Hermes Birkin handbag, a Christian Dior necklace, and a 10-motif Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra necklace will battle for top-lot status at Jasper52’s Designer Jewelry, Watches, and Bags auction, which will take place on Tuesday, March 28 at 5 pm Eastern time. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available exclusively through LiveAuctioneers.

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Big-name designer handbags come in clutch at Nov. 23 auction

Yves Saint Laurent Carre shoulder bag in royal purple calfskin leather, estimated at $3,000-$3,500
 Yves Saint Laurent Carre shoulder bag in royal purple calfskin leather, estimated at $3,000-$3,500

Yves Saint Laurent Carre shoulder bag in royal purple calfskin leather, estimated at $3,000-$3,500

NEW YORK – On Wednesday, November 23, starting at 7 pm Eastern time, Jasper52 will offer a sale of Designer Handbags and Clutches – more than 750 lots of pieces by virtually every great brand name in the category. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Jan. 16 is last day to see V&A exhibition ‘Bags: Inside Out’

Moynat Mini Pyramide Gravity Bag, 2019. France (c) Victoria and Albert Museum, London
 Moynat Mini Pyramide Gravity Bag, 2019. France (c) Victoria and Albert Museum, London

Moynat Mini Pyramide Gravity Bag, 2019. France (c) Victoria and Albert Museum, London

LONDON – Bags: Inside Out is the UK’s most comprehensive exhibition dedicated to the ultimate accessory. From designer handbags to despatch boxes, vanity cases to military rucksacks, the exhibition explores our longstanding fascination with the bag. The show opened at the V&A in fall of 202o and has been extended multiple times, but it looks set to end on January 16, 2022.

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Heritage showcases Hermes special-order Birkin bags Dec. 5

Shiny Rose Scheherazade & Vert Vertigo Niloticus Crocodile Hermes Birkin, est. $40,000-$50,000
Shiny Rose Scheherazade & Vert Vertigo Niloticus Crocodile Hermes Birkin, est. $40,000-$50,000
Shiny Rose Scheherazade & Vert Vertigo Niloticus Crocodile Hermes Birkin, est. $40,000-$50,000

DALLAS — This season’s gift-giving just got easier thanks to Heritage Auctions‘ Dec. 5 Holiday Luxury Accessories Signature event. From hard-to-get handbags and fabulous jewelry to pieces for travel and home, there’s something for everyone in this sensational sale. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Rivich to auction designer fashion + Western to Mid-century design, Nov. 17-18

Vintage Chanel quilted silk blouse with black bow and ‘pearl’ buttons; plus flapper-style silk skirt, size 38. Estimate $100-$5,000

CHICAGO – Widely known as the Midwest’s favorite source for artsy, outside-the-box antiques and estate goods, Chicago’s Rivich Auction has just posted its online catalogs for an exciting November 17-18 sale with selections to please every holiday shopper. Day one will focus exclusively on vintage fashions from Chanel, Gucci and other premier designers, while day two offers a selection of Western to Mid-century art, furniture and many “quirky but cool” items that even the savviest person shopper would never find in brick-and-mortar stores.

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Bulgari, Cartier and Tiffany glitter among Trove’s July 10 auction treasures

Cartier Penelope 18K yellow gold diamond Double C five-row link bracelet, estimated at $42,000-$56,000
Cartier Penelope 18K yellow gold diamond Double C five-row link bracelet, estimated at $42,000-$56,000
Cartier Penelope 18K yellow gold diamond Double C five-row link bracelet, estimated at $42,000-$56,000

FEASTERVILLE, Pa. – On Saturday, July 10, The Trove Group will host $1 Start Rare & Vintage Designer Jewelry, a 489-lot sale of exquisite pieces and fine handbags from top designers such as Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Bulgari, Chanel, Chopard, Hermes, Tiffany & Co, Buccellati, and much more. All lots will open at $1. Auction start time is 12 noon ET. Bid absentee or live online through LiveAuctioneers.

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