John Moran’s Valentine’s Day sale replete with costume jewelry, luxury accessories

Pair of Chanel drop earrings, estimated at $200-$300
Pair of Chanel drop earrings, estimated at $200-$300
Pair of Chanel drop earrings, estimated at $200-$300

LOS ANGELES — This Valentine’s Day, Tuesday, February 14, beginning at noon Pacific time, John Moran Auctioneers will present its Costume Jewelry & Luxury Accessories Online auction. This colorful sale will highlight the costume jewelry of the Dumont collection from West Hollywood. There will be vintage pieces from designers ranging from Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent, Iradj Moini, Trifari, Joseff of Hollywood and Miriam Haskell. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Hindman’s Dec. 1 auction features 50+ Judith Leiber handbags

Judith Leiber poodle minaudiere, est. $3,000-$4,000
Judith Leiber poodle minaudiere, est. $3,000-$4,000
Judith Leiber poodle minaudiere, est. $3,000-$4,000

CHICAGO – On December 1, Hindman Auctions will present Luxe Holiday: Couture and Luxury Accessories, which will showcase top designers including Chanel, Hermes and Louis Vuitton as well as a stunning selection of dazzling Judith Leiber bags. Spanning more than 100 years of fashion and luxury accessories, this auction offers a unique array of fabulous gifts, or simply something for your own personal collection.From vintage Louis Vuitton trunks and Parisian haute couture to an impressive collection of Chanel clothing and accessories, this auction is the perfect one-stop shop for holiday shopping. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.Continue reading

Judith Leiber purses add sparkle to Benefit Shop’s Oct. 20 auction

Judith Leiber Chatelaine pouch-style minaudiere, est. $1,000-$3,000
Judith Leiber Chatelaine pouch-style minaudiere, est. $1,000-$3,000
Judith Leiber Chatelaine pouch-style minaudiere, est. $1,000-$3,000

MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. — Choice antiques and art will appear in The Benefit Shop Foundation Inc.‘s Red Carpet auction on Wednesday, October 20, starting at 10 am Eastern time. The 816-lot lineup will feature a large collection of Asian arts, antiques, jewelry, luxury fashion and decorative arts. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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