DECEMBER 2020
SALE OF FINE JEWELS
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PRESENTING: A SALE OF FINE JEWELS
TUESDAY, 1ST DECEMBER, 2020
PRIVATE VIEWING: 19TH NOVEMBER TO 1ST DECEMBER, 2020
VENUE: LUXEFORD HONG KONG LIMITED
LOCATION: 1506, 15/F, CAR PO COMMERCIAL BUILDING,
18-20 LYNDHURST TERRACE, CENTRAL, HONG KONG
Mr. Edmond Chan, the Head of Jewelry Asia at Luxeford: We are ecstatic to announce another outstanding season of fine jewels as we prepared a sophisticated selection of high-calibre jewelry that will inevitably overawe enthusiasts across the region and beyond.
Featuring Lot 2902, a marvelous ring set with a 7.01 carats Colombian cushion-cut emerald certified by Swiss Gemmological Institute (SSEF) and Gübelin Gem Lab as “No Oil”, enhanced by shield-cut diamond shoulders, with a pre-sale estimate of HK$1,100,000. The astonishing coloration of this emerald is truly the cream of the crop gifted by Mother Nature. Its hue reflects the emerging essence of spring and the enigmatic appearance within the emerald encapsulate a fragment of history which has been preserved through the ages.
The appetite for diamonds remains undiminished, Lot 2909, a splendid 9.14 carats fancy deep yellow-brown VS2 pear-shaped diamond ring/pendant necklace. The center diamond is exhibiting a high degree of fire, brightness and scintillation which is expecting to fetch HK$500,000. Lot 2908, a charismatic 1.66 carats light pink I2 pear-shaped diamond ring. Embellished by the pink hue brilliant-cut diamond border and it’s estimated at HK$250,000.
For centuries, rubies have been used for decorative purposes due to its inherent color and beauty. The royalties are no strangers to the gemstone. In 2017, Queen Elizabeth II celebrated her 91st birthday wearing the iconic Burmese ruby tiara, a wedding gift from the Nizam of Hyderabad. Rubies are unquestionably the exemplary embodiment of red, its flamboyant red hues evokes the feelings of inextinguishable passion and ambition. From a private ruby collection including Lot 2903, this cushion-cut Burmese unheated ruby weights 4.50 carats, offering at HK$600,000. Lot 2898, this foliage style ring is set with nine beautiful vari-cut unheated Burmese rubies of pigeon’s blood red, weighing at 8.30 carats in total and estimated at HK$350,000. Lot 2923, a pair of diamond long ear pendants set together with untreated royal blue sapphires and Burmese rubies weighing over 63 carats in total, a statement piece that could elevate most evening outfits. This outstanding pair is estimated at HK$680,000.
Alexandrite undoubtedly stands out as one of the rarer and intriguing gemstone on the gemological scale. The first-ever recorded alexandrite was excavated in the Ural Mountains, Russia during the early 1830s. While the Russian material holds the historic significance, the more recent discovered deposits in Minas Gerais, Brazil is not to be undermined. Most of the fine alexandrites with distinct color changing property and high clarity in today’s market come from Brazil. Lot 2878, a treatment free 2.99 carats marquise-cut alexandrite from Brazil exhibits bluish-green color in daylight to purple color in incandescent light. This rare beauty is estimated to be HK$380,000.
Additional spotlighted pieces for this fall include Lot 2901, a massive 69.40 carats citrine and turquoise pendant by Cartier showcasing their unparalleled craftsmanship. Lot 2877, a glistening ladies’ diamond ‘La Strada’ wristwatch by Chopard and last but not least Lot 2900, a 31 inches simplistic yet snazzy gold chain necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels to adds a little extra flavor.
Featuring Lot 2902, a marvelous ring set with a 7.01 carats Colombian cushion-cut emerald certified by Swiss Gemmological Institute (SSEF) and Gübelin Gem Lab as “No Oil”, enhanced by shield-cut diamond shoulders, with a pre-sale estimate of HK$1,100,000. The astonishing coloration of this emerald is truly the cream of the crop gifted by Mother Nature. Its hue reflects the emerging essence of spring and the enigmatic appearance within the emerald encapsulate a fragment of history which has been preserved through the ages.
The appetite for diamonds remains undiminished, Lot 2909, a splendid 9.14 carats fancy deep yellow-brown VS2 pear-shaped diamond ring/pendant necklace. The center diamond is exhibiting a high degree of fire, brightness and scintillation which is expecting to fetch HK$500,000. Lot 2908, a charismatic 1.66 carats light pink I2 pear-shaped diamond ring. Embellished by the pink hue brilliant-cut diamond border and it’s estimated at HK$250,000.
For centuries, rubies have been used for decorative purposes due to its inherent color and beauty. The royalties are no strangers to the gemstone. In 2017, Queen Elizabeth II celebrated her 91st birthday wearing the iconic Burmese ruby tiara, a wedding gift from the Nizam of Hyderabad. Rubies are unquestionably the exemplary embodiment of red, its flamboyant red hues evokes the feelings of inextinguishable passion and ambition. From a private ruby collection including Lot 2903, this cushion-cut Burmese unheated ruby weights 4.50 carats, offering at HK$600,000. Lot 2898, this foliage style ring is set with nine beautiful vari-cut unheated Burmese rubies of pigeon’s blood red, weighing at 8.30 carats in total and estimated at HK$350,000. Lot 2923, a pair of diamond long ear pendants set together with untreated royal blue sapphires and Burmese rubies weighing over 63 carats in total, a statement piece that could elevate most evening outfits. This outstanding pair is estimated at HK$680,000.
Alexandrite undoubtedly stands out as one of the rarer and intriguing gemstone on the gemological scale. The first-ever recorded alexandrite was excavated in the Ural Mountains, Russia during the early 1830s. While the Russian material holds the historic significance, the more recent discovered deposits in Minas Gerais, Brazil is not to be undermined. Most of the fine alexandrites with distinct color changing property and high clarity in today’s market come from Brazil. Lot 2878, a treatment free 2.99 carats marquise-cut alexandrite from Brazil exhibits bluish-green color in daylight to purple color in incandescent light. This rare beauty is estimated to be HK$380,000.
Additional spotlighted pieces for this fall include Lot 2901, a massive 69.40 carats citrine and turquoise pendant by Cartier showcasing their unparalleled craftsmanship. Lot 2877, a glistening ladies’ diamond ‘La Strada’ wristwatch by Chopard and last but not least Lot 2900, a 31 inches simplistic yet snazzy gold chain necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels to adds a little extra flavor.
