Aquamarine

Lot 246. Platinum, 18 Karat White Gold, Aquamarine, Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet, Mauboussin, Paris, circa 1940. Estimate 30,000 — 50,000 USD. Photo: Sotheby's.  Centering an emerald-cut aquamarine weighing approximately 45.00 carats, within a scrolling panel set with round and baguette diamonds weighing approximately 8.70 carats, completed by cone-shaped links set with round sapphires, length 6 inches, signed Mauboussin, Paris, with French assay mark and French maker's mark for Verger Fils; circa 1940.  ... [Lire la suite]

Lot 20. An aquamarine 'Mythical beast' seal, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 2 in. (5 cm.) high. Estimate HKD 30,000 - HKD 50,000 (USD 3,878 - USD 6,463). Price realised HKD 187,500 (USD 24,238) © Christie’s Images Limited 2017. The seal is carved to the upper finial with a recumbent mythical beast with a long bifurcated tail, above a chilong and bat clambering up one narrow side, and a bat hovering above a lingzhi spray on the other side. The stone is of a transparent, pale... [Lire la suite]

Aquamarine - Dassu, Haramosh Mountains, North of the Skardu Road, Gilgit Division, Northern Areas, Pakistan

    Robert Procop. The Parisian Collection. The 1925 International Exposition of Modern Industrial and Decorative Arts in Paris introduced the world to a new esthetic. Inspired by Egyptian and Aztec forms, art deco became the culmination of the modern Parisian style of the 20's. Over the last century, artisans have revitalized the styles of this Art Deco period, adding further color and modernism to their inspirations. Today we create new designs with dynamic colors using innovative cutting techniques to facet the gems... [Lire la suite]

Hemmerle at Masterpiece London 2015 Hemmerle bangle, diamonds, ebony, silver, white gold. Image courtesy of Hemmerle. Hemmerle earrings, diamonds, blackened silver, white gold. Image courtesy of Hemmerle Hemmerle earrings, diamonds, septarian discs, silver, white gold. Image courtesy of Hemmerle. Hemmerle earrings, aquamarines, silver, white gold. Image courtesy of Hemmerle. Hemmerle, earrings, tourmalines, garnets, silver, white gold. Image courtesy of Hemmerle. Hemmerle - Stand Number B33. Masterpiece... [Lire la suite]

Wang Bingrong. A magnificent unglazed, carved porcelain brush pot. China, 1820-1860. Height: 7 3/8 inches (18.7 cm). Diameter: 8 3/8 inches (21.3 cm). Asian Art Studio at Asia Week New York 2015. (left) A glass snuff bottle, carved in imitation of aquamarine. Imperial, attributed to the Palace Workshops, Beijing. 1750-1795. Height: 2 inches (4.9 cm). (right) Aquamarine snuff bottle, incised with lotus and butterflies and carved with an integral stand. Probably Imperial,... [Lire la suite]

Very Large Checkerboard Aquamarine. Photo Bonhams. Sure to become a statement piece if mounted as a pendant, this attractive aquamarine, most likely from Brazil, displays a rich blue unenhanced color, made all the more beautiful by its checkerboard faceting and fine luster. Weighing approximately 243.0 carats and measuring 30.0 x 25.0 x 19.0mm. Sold for US$ 23,750 (€17,751) Bonhams. Gems, Minerals and Lapidary Works of Art New York - 23 May 2012

Exceptional Oval Cushion Cut Diamond 8.70ct Engagement Ring © Steven Fox Jewelry. 7.72 ct Ascher Cut Diamond 1930's ring by Tiffany © Steven Fox Jewelry. 14.36 ct Asscher cut diamond ring, Van Cleef & Arpels, circa 1939 © Steven Fox Jewelry. Rare Handmade Yellow Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring © Steven Fox Jewelry. Important Art Deco Colombian Cushion Cut Natural Emerald Ring © Steven Fox Jewelry. Art Deco Hexagon Amethyst Ring © Steven Fox Jewelry Aquamarine, Diamond and Platinum Ring © Steven Fox Jewelry ... [Lire la suite]

Mikimoto. Aquamarine earrings from the 'Reflection' collection. Mikimoto. Aquamarine pendant from the 'Reflection' collection. Mikimoto. Morganite earrings from the 'Reflection' collection. Mikimoto. Morganite pendant from the 'Reflection' collection.

Manganite, Ilfeld, Nordhausen, Harz, Thuringia, Germany. Overall Measurements: 6.49 x 3.34 x 2.65 inches (16.5 x 8.5 x 6.74 cm). Sold for $149,000. Photo Heritage Auctions DALLAS, TX.- A cluster of midnight-black Manganite crystals, from Germany's Harz Mountains, sold for $149,000 to lead Heritage Auctions' $1.3 million Nature & Science Signature Auction. More than 200 lots changed hands as multiple bidders pushed prices for exemplary varieties past high estimates at the May 4 auction in Dallas. "This category... [Lire la suite]