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Christie’s Online Jewellery Auction Achieves 100% Sell-Through

Christie’s latest Jewels Online auction has reaffirmed the strength of the global fine jewellery market, recording a complete sell-out across all lots and generating total sales of $10.58 million.

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The sale, which closed on October 23, featured 177 lots, all of which sold above their low estimates — a clear indicator of robust demand among collectors and new buyers alike.

Leading the auction was a 16.58-carat Kashmir sapphire ring, which achieved $1,016,000, midway between its pre-sale estimate of $800,000 to $1.2 million. The gem, renowned for its rarity and velvety blue hue, drew intense bidding from international collectors.

Other notable highlights included a 24.99-carat emerald-cut diamond ring (J colour, VS1 clarity) that sold for $762,000, surpassing its $400,000–$600,000 estimate, and a 5.82-carat step-cut sapphire ring that fetched $711,000, more than double its upper estimate of $300,000.

Christie’s reported that more than a quarter of participants were new to the auction house, reflecting the growing appeal of its online platform. Buyers spanned across regions, with 57% from the Americas, 23% from Asia-Pacific, and 20% from Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

“These results highlight the continued strength of the online jewellery market and the enduring demand for rare and exceptional pieces,” Christie’s said in a post-sale statement.

The auction also showcased jewels from renowned houses including Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, and Tiffany & Co., alongside significant coloured gemstones and diamond creations.

The strong performance underscores the sustained confidence in fine jewellery as a category of tangible luxury, even within the online auction space — a trend that continues to reshape how collectors engage with high-value gems and signed pieces.

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