Among the highlights is a remarkable 202.18-carat yellow diamond, a distinguished rarity in the auction world as only the third of its kind to surpass the 200-carat mark.
Hailing from South Africa, the unmounted pear modified brilliant-cut jewel boasts a striking fancy-intense-yellow hue and a commendable SI1 clarity. Dubbed as "The Yellow Rose," this mesmerizing diamond, exhibiting a captivating medium-blue fluorescence, is poised to command the spotlight as the leading attraction of the May 15 sale.
In addition to The Yellow Rose, the auction will feature an array of exquisite treasures from esteemed design houses such as Buccellati, Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, and JAR.
Here's a glimpse into the top pieces set to captivate collectors and connoisseurs alike:
- A pear brilliant-cut pendant, weighing 30.02 carats and boasting a pristine D-color and internally flawless clarity, is anticipated to fetch between CHF 1.6 million and CHF 2.6 million ($1.8 million to $2.9 million).
- Two necklaces adorned with a lavish array of natural pearls, one boasting 171 pearls and the other featuring 182, are estimated to command a presale price range of CHF 1.6 million to CHF 2.3 million ($1.8 million to $2.5 million).
- A Taffin ring, showcasing a magnificent emerald-cut diamond center stone weighing 23.15 carats and boasting a rare D-flawless clarity, is expected to garner between CHF 1.3 million and CHF 1.8 million ($1.4 million to $2 million).
- A pear brilliant-cut diamond ring by Cartier, weighing 20.02 carats and exhibiting a dazzling D-color and internally flawless clarity, carries a presale estimate of up to CHF 1.6 million ($1.8 million).
- A pair of earrings adorned with pear brilliant-cut diamonds, boasting K-color and VS2-clarity and weighing 30.03 and 30.02 carats respectively, are estimated to fetch between CHF 1 million to CHF 1.5 million ($1.1 million to $1.7 million).
- A cushion-shaped ring featuring an 11.03-carat Kashmir sapphire accented with diamonds, is priced between CHF 750,000 to CHF 1.2 million ($828,676 to $1.3 million).
- A ring adorned with a cushion-shaped 6.05-carat Burmese ruby center stone encircled by pear-shaped diamonds, carries a presale estimate of CHF 750,000 to CHF 1.1 million ($828,676 to $1.2 million).
- A ring boasting an octagonal step-cut 15.94-carat Colombian emerald and diamonds is projected to fetch between CHF 700,000 to CHF 1 million ($773,431 to $1.1 million).
- A cushion-shaped ring featuring a 5.03-carat pigeon’s blood Burmese ruby embellished with old-cut diamonds is priced up to CHF 1 million ($1.1 million).
With each piece exuding opulence and rarity, Christie's Magnificent Jewels sale promises to be a celebration of unparalleled beauty and luxury.
