Autumn's arrival, with its crisp air and mesmerizing palette of changing colors, brings to mind the warm luster of gold and the rich, earthy hues of gemstones like yellow diamonds, rubies, hardstones and coral. The Important Jewels sale features pieces that capture the essence of this enchanting season, offering everything from bold chain necklaces and whimsical brooches to vibrant, colorful rings.

Jewels for Autumn

Our Important Jewels sale showcases a stunning array of rings adorned with remarkable gemstones in every hue. From bold primary colors to pastel shades in a wide variety of shapes and sizes, there are rings to suit any personality or style. Whether you're searching for an engagement ring, a statement right-hand ring, or a dazzling cocktail ring, our auction features a wide range of exquisite options. Highlights include spectacular diamonds and vibrant sapphires, emeralds, and rubies.

Splendid Rings

Antique and vintage jewelry can connect us with distant times and places, offering a touch of history that's both distinctive and captivating. These one-of-a-kind pieces bring a timeless elegance to contemporary wardrobes. The Important Jewels sale features a remarkable selection, including Victorian sentimental treasures, masterful Etruscan revival goldwork, a natural pearl and diamond Fabergé pendant from the pre-Revolutionary era, and sophisticated Art Deco designs.

Historical Treasures

The Important Jewels sale presents a stunning collection of ornaments in a captivating spectrum of blue hues. From the deep, velvety tones of sapphires and the violetish, electric blues of tanzanites to the serene, oceanic shades of aquamarines, the vibrant blue of turquoise, and the celestial allure of lapis lazuli, each piece is a masterpiece on its own. This curated selection includes rings, necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and brooches, each showcasing a distinctive color and lustrous sheen. Explore these remarkable jewels and find the perfect shade of blue to elevate any ensemble with elegance and sophistication.

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New York

Specialist, Head of High Jewelry

Anna Ruzhnikov

Senior Vice President | Head of Jewelry, Americas & EMEA

Quig Bruning

Vice Chairman, Jewelry Americas

Frank Everett

Global Head of High Jewelry

Catharine Becket

Senior Specialist

Robin Wright

Senior Cataloguer, Jewelry

Alexia Palmer

Head of Fine Jewelry, Associate Specialist

Kathleen Craig

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Important Jewels, open for bidding from September 6-20, showcases a dazzling array of color, with a spotlight on blue sapphires from top origins among other alternative engagement rings. The sale is headlined by an impressive 18.91-carat No-Oil Colombian emerald and a pair of ‘Mystery-Set’ ruby and diamond earrings by Van Cleef &amp; Arpels, along with a tantalizing variety of signed jewels from across the 20th century and beyond.