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Fox News
a day ago
- Business
- Fox News
Rare 10-carat pink diamond linked to Marie Antoinette to be displayed and auctioned
In a sea of jewels, one particular stone has been stealing the show. A rare 10-carat pink diamond will be on display at Christie's Auction House in New York City. The Marie-Thérèse Pink Diamond is a kite-shaped fancy purple-pink diamond dating back to the mid-18th century that is said to have royal ties. "According to royal lore, Queen Marie Antoinette entrusted her most treasured jewels to her faithful coiffeur on the eve of her failed escape from Paris in 1791, hoping to one day reclaim them," Christie's stated in a press release. The jewels were eventually passed to Antoinette's only surviving child, Duchess Marie Thérèse de Angoulême. A few generations later, it was revealed in a will that the diamond was owned by Queen Marie Theresa of Bavaria, who referred to it as "a pink solitaire diamond from Aunt Chambord," according to Christie's. "The jewel last surfaced at auction in Geneva in 1996, was offered by a member of a European royal family and has remained out of public view until now," the press release added. Parisian jeweler Joel Arthur Rosenthal revived the diamond, setting the stone in a more modern setting. The piece is expected to sell for between $3,000,000 and $5,000,000. A sapphire and diamond necklace, "The Blue Belle," is expected to lead the sale, estimated at $8,000,000 to $12,000,000. The necklace, which contains 392.52-carat Sri Lankan sapphires that were discovered in 1926, was intended to be presented to Queen Elizabeth on the occasion of King George VI's coronation. Rahul Kadakia, international head of jewelry at Christie's, called the Blue Belle a "gem of exceptional size, color and clarity" that is "extraordinarily rare." "This remarkable stone must be considered among the most prestigious colored gemstones to appear on the market in many years — truly worthy of any world-class collection," Kadakia said in the release. The piece did not end up entering the royal collection, but moved through several distinguished owners. Kadakia mentioned that the auction house is pleased to present the full selection of "magnificent jewels" to clients and collectors. The collection of jewels will be on display to the public for free starting June 12 through June 16. The live auction will be held on June 17.
Forbes
3 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
Jean Schlumberger's Bejeweled Starfish Brooch Could Fetch $120,000
3.03-carat fancy intense pink diamond on a ring with an estimate of $1.2 - $1.6 million Phillips upcoming New York Jewels Auction will include signed jewels from historic jewelry houses, such as Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, Bulgari and Chaumet, as well as important fancy-colored diamonds and colored gemstones. The 105-lot sale will take place on June 12 at 10 a.m. at its New York saleroom on Park Avenue. The top lot in the sale is a 3.03-carat fancy intense pink diamond on a ring. The estimate for the radiant cut gem is $1.2 - $1.6 million. (top photo) 4.43-carat oval fancy vivid yellow diamond with an estimate of $75,000 - $125,000 In addition, an impressive 4.43-carat oval-shaped fancy vivid yellow diamond ring mounted on a ring with a diamond surround will be part of the auction as well. Its estimate is $75,000 - $125,000. 6.03-carat emerald cut diamond with F color and VVS1 clarity with an estimate of $90,000 - $150,000 The top colorless diamond in the sale is a 6.03-carat emerald cut diamond with F color and VVS1 clarity on ring with an estimate of $90,000 - $150,000. Schlumberger for Tiffany Starfish Brooch with an estimate of $80,000 - $120,000 FEATURED | Frase ByForbes™ Unscramble The Anagram To Reveal The Phrase Pinpoint By Linkedin Guess The Category Queens By Linkedin Crown Each Region Crossclimb By Linkedin Unlock A Trivia Ladder The 'Etoile de Mer' (Starfish) by famed jewelry designer, Jean Schlumberger, for Tiffany & Co. is among the most publicized lots of the auction and is a timely addition to the overall sale. In addition to being one of Schlumberger's signature designs, the sale coincides with the recent unveiling of Tiffany's 2025 Blue Book high jewelry collection: 'Sea of Wonder,' which draws from Schlumberger's original designs of the natural world, particularly marine life. The sapphire tsavorite and diamond brooch has an estimate of $80,000 - $120,000. Phillips notes that the French jewelry designer famously revitalized Tiffany & Co. during his tenure with his bold designs worn by the most fashionable women of the time, such as Rachel Lambert Mellon, Jacqueline Kennedy and Elizabeth Taylor. Van Cleef Folie des Pres Necklace with an estimate of $40,000 - $60,000 In addition, two Van Cleef & Arpels pieces are among the signed jewels being touted by the auction house. The first is a diamond necklace from the French jeweler's current high jewelry collection, 'Folie des Prés,' which provides bejeweled depictions of wildflowers. It boasts approximately 24 carats of diamonds set in 18k white gold. Its estimate is $40,000 - $60,000. Complementing the necklace is a diamond 'Galuchat' bangle, adorned with a shagreen-patterned, textured design and set with diamonds weighing between 17 and 19 carats. Its estimate is $40,000 - $60,000. Bulgari Trombino Sapphire Ring with an estimate of $110,000 - $160,000 Several of the signed jewels in the sale feature fine colored gemstones. Examples from Bulgari include a sapphire and diamond 'Trombino' ring, a popular engagement ring style, the auction house said. It is centered with a 14.03-carat unheated Ceylon sapphire. Its estimate is $110,000 - $160,000. Bulgari Ruby Flower Earrings with an estimate of $50,000 - $60,000 Another Bulgari piece are diamond ear clips designed as flowers and set with oval- and cushion- shaped unheated Burmese rubies totaling approximately 8.5 to 9 carats. The bejeweled flower is further highlighted with marquise-shaped and brilliant-cut diamonds mounted in platinum and 18k gold. Its estimate is $50,000 - $60,000. Chaumet Emerald Bracelet with an estimate of $50,000 - $70,000 An emerald and diamond bracelet from Chaumet features Colombian emeralds graduating in size, weighing a total of approximately 10 to 11 carats. There's an insignificant to minor amount of clarity enhancement using traditional oil, the auction house said. Its estimate is $50,000 - $70,000. 13.36-carat emerald and diamond ring with an estimate of $300,000 - $500,000 Among the 'superb' colored gemstones in the sale is a diamond ring featuring a 13.36-carat Colombian with no clarity enhancement. The ring is accompanied by five reports, including an SSEF, AGL, Gubelin, and GRS, as well as a Muzo Certificate of Origin and Traceability from the mine, which is widely recognized as the top locale for the finest emeralds in the world. It is one of the top lots of the auction with an estimate of $300,000 - $500,000. Another Colombian emerald weighing 10.6-carats is the centerpiece of a ring. The emerald has minor clarity enhancement using traditional oil set between tapered baguette diamond shoulders, the auction house said. Its estimate is $90,000 - $120,000. Ruby and diamond ring with an estimate of $80,000 - $100,000 The top lot among rubies and sapphires, is a diamond ring featuring a 3.91-carat oval-shaped unheated Burmese ruby 'of very fine color,' the auction house said. Its estimate is $80,000 - $100,000. Sapphire and diamond ring with an estimate of $70,000 - $90,000 This is followed by a diamond ring featuring an 8.03-carat oval-shaped unheated Ceylon sapphire 'of very fine color,' the auction house said. The gem is accompanied by AGL and GRS certificates, with the latter stating the color as the highly sought after 'Royal Blue.' Its estimate is $70,000 - $90,000.
CBS News
27-05-2025
- Business
- CBS News
Pink diamond tied to Marie Antoinette expected to sell for up to $5 million at auction
A large pink diamond believed to have been passed down from France's Queen Marie Antoinette to her daughter is going up for auction in New York next month — and is expected to sell for millions of dollars. The rare 10-carat diamond is set in a ring designed by jeweler Joel Arthur Rosenthal. It will be a part of the "Magnificent Jewels" live auction at Christie's Rockefeller Center location on June 17. The kite-shaped jewel is believed to date back to the mid-18th century and was once owned by Antoinette's daughter, Duchess Marie-Thérèse, the auction house said. A large pink diamond with royal heritage is going up for auction next month. Alice Fung / The Associated Press "According to royal lore, Queen Marie Antoinette entrusted her most treasured jewels to her faithful coiffeur on the eve of her failed escape from Paris in 1791, hoping to one day reclaim them," Christie's said in a news release. That did not happen, but the jewels were passed down to Marie-Thérèse. While it's not certain, it's believed the pink diamond was part of the jewels passed down. The diamond continued to be passed down for generations until it was sold at auction in 1996 in Geneva, Christie's said. It has remained out of public view since then. Rahul Kadakia, the international head of jewelry at Christie's, called the jewel a "very special diamond." "It is a fancy purple-pink diamond from the 18th century and most likely from the Golconda mines in India," Kadakia told The Associated Press. It is estimated to sell for $3 million to $5 million at the auction.
