Book cover of 'Marcus & Co.' featuring botanical illustrations.

Rediscovering Marcus & Co.: Macklowe Gallery Brings Masterpieces Into the Spotlight

NEW YORK – For decades, Marcus & Co. has been one of those elusive names in American jewelry history: admired by connoisseurs, but shrouded...
A ring with a large yellow-green gemstone and a silver band.

A Heritage Auction Marathon: Over 500 items – an All Day All Night Sale,...

In our last report on Heritage Auctions' September 29 Fall Fine Jewelry Signature® Sale, we focused on a few beautiful pieces of colored gemstone...
Gold pendant necklace with colorful enamel and pearl drop.

Jewelry at Rago Arts: Antique to Art Deco on September 10, 2025

Rago Arts' September 10, 2025 auction in New Jersey offered more than just beautiful jewels–it offered a window into jewelry history. Art Nouveau, Art...
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Sotheby’s Withdraws $13 Million Auction After India Reclaims Sacred Buddha Relics

A cache of ancient gemstones believed to have once rested above the cremated remains of the Buddha has been returned to India! The move follows...
A blue gemstone with a certification document.

Four Color Highlights & One Old Mine Cut from Heritage’s Upcoming Fall Fine Jewelry...

Heritage Auctions' September 29 Fall Fine Jewelry Signature® Sale is still a few weeks away, but four loose gems and a mounted diamond are...
GIA diamond grading report with detailed measurements and clarity.

Christie’s Magnificent Jewels Auction: The Diamond Report / GIA Graded over 30 Diamond Lots!

As you know, when the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) weighs in on a diamond's quality, the industry pays attention–and rightfully so. GIA isn't...

Christie’s Magnificent Jewels: A Big & Bold Colorful Showcase—from Mughal to VC&A, Cartier, and...

This top feature is a review of Christie's New York Magnificent Jewels Auction, on June 17th. Of course, there were diamonds–some of them truly...

V&A, Victoria and Albert Museum: The Jewels of Cartier – a Special Exhibition

The first major exhibition in almost 30 years dedicated to Cartier jewels and watches opened on April 12 and is scheduled until November 16,...

A King’s Jewel, 19th Century Hair, Natural Onyx, and Bloodstone: Grief Made Wearable –...

Mourning jewelry was never just decorative–it served a purpose, marking the passing of a loved one with symbolism, sentiment, and often remarkable craftsmanship. Many...

Christie’s Hong Kong Magnificent Jewels Highlights – the Regent Kashmir, Jadeite & More

Christie"'s Hong Kong held its highly anticipated Magnificent Jewels spring live auction on May 27 at The Henderson. The sale featured over 100 lots...

A Great Night for the Big Four: Christie’s Geneva Magnificent Jewels Auction Results

With total sales exceeding 60 million Swiss Francs (over $70 million), Christie"'s Magnificent Jewels auction at the Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues in Geneva...

Phillips – The Geneva Jewels Auction: IV

The Phillips Geneva Jewels auction, LIVE on May 12, 2025, has the potential to be an outstanding sale, featuring 144 lots of exciting jewels! We've...