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Magnificent Jewels: Starring the Shirley Temple Blue Diamond

19 April 2016 | 2:00 PM EDT | New York

SALE TOTAL

29,886,875USD
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  • Lot 318
    Property of a Lady
    Magnificent Platinum and Diamond Ring, weighing 19.25 carats, D colour, VVS1 clarity, potentially Internally Flawless, Type lla
    Lot Sold: 2,290,000 USD

  • Lot 294
    18 Karat Two-Color Gold, Diamond and Yellow Sapphire Necklace, Michele della Valle
    Lot Sold: 93,750 USD

  • Lot 206
    From the Collection of Mamdouha and Elmer Holmes Bobst
    Platinum and Diamond ‘Galaxy’ Brooch, Marianne Ostier, circa 1955
    Lot Sold: 250,000 USD

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Sale Number: N09495 Lots : 316

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  • Session 1: 19 Apr 2016 | 02:00 PM | Lots 1 - 212
  • Session 2: 19 Apr 2016 | 06:30 PM | Lots 213 - 319
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Sotheby’s 19 April Auction of Magnificent Jewels is led by the Magnificent and Rare Shirley Temple Blue Diamond. Weighing an impressive 9.54 carats, the charming cushion-cut Fancy Blue Diamond ring was originally purchased by the child star’s father George Temple in 1940 as the film The Blue Bird was completed. To offer such a spectacular stone, bolstered by the impressive provenance of one of America’s brightest stars is an incredible opportunity worthy of a Hollywood ending. Sotheby’s is privileged to again be entrusted with the sale of another one of the world’s greatest blue diamonds.

Also on offer are treasures fit for any style and occasion, from Belle Époque beauties and Deco dazzlers to glittering contemporary creations. Including a fine selection of colored stones mounted by famed Philadelphia jeweler J.E. Caldwell, the sale also presents an impressive array of diamonds and gemstones fashioned into a variety of exceptional jewels.

Highlights from the Collection of Mamdouha and Elmer Holmes Bobst include sculptural jewels designed by Marianne Ostier and fantastical creations by Donald Claflin for Tiffany & Co. Rich in their design history, the proceeds of this Collection benefit the charitable efforts which are the pillars of the Bobst legacy. Taken together, these bold, colorful jewels speak of a woman who dressed for all occasions with confidence and a clear sense of personal style.

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Gary Schuler
Chairman, North and South America
International Jewellery
+1 212 606 7095
gary.schuler@sothebys.com
Carol Elkins
Senior Vice President
Senior Specialist
Jewellery
+1 415 772 9027
carol.elkins@sothebys.com
Catharine Becket
Senior Vice President
Head of Magnificent Jewels Sales
Senior Specialist
Jewellery
+1 212 894 1027
catharine.becket@sothebys.com
Robin Wright
Senior Vice President
Senior Specialist
Jewellery
+1 212 894 1246
robin.wright@sothebys.com
Kendall Reed
Vice President
Head of Fine Jewels and Global Head of Online Jewels
Specialist
Jewellery
+1 212 894 1137
kendall.reed@sothebys.com
Nikita Binani (Manilal)
Deputy Director
Specialist
Jewellery
+44 207 293 6640
nikita.binani@sothebys.com
   
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