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  • Platinum and Diamond Earrings, R.W. Wise
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 50

    Platinum and Diamond Earrings, R.W. Wise

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • 18kt White Gold "Chrystal Haze" Ring, Stephen Webster
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 51

    18kt White Gold "Chrystal Haze" Ring, Stephen Webster

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • Green Tourmaline,Sterling Silver,and Gold Mokume-gane Ring, R.W. Wise
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 52

    Green Tourmaline,Sterling Silver,and Gold Mokume-gane R...

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • 18kt Gold and Diamond Circle Pendant/Brooch, R.W. Wise
    Estimate
    $600 - $800
    Lot 53

    18kt Gold and Diamond Circle Pendant/Brooch, R.W. Wise

    Est.
    $600 - $800
  • 18kt Gold and Onyx Necklace
    Estimate
    $700 - $900
    Lot 54

    18kt Gold and Onyx Necklace

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • Ruby and Diamond Pendant, David Zoltan
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 55

    Ruby and Diamond Pendant, David Zoltan

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • 18kt White Gold and Diamond Line Bracelet
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 56

    18kt White Gold and Diamond Line Bracelet

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Antique 18kt Gold and Enamel Open-face Pendant Watch, Boucheron
    Estimate
    $5,000 - $7,000
    Lot 57

    Antique 18kt Gold and Enamel Open-face Pendant Watch, B...

    Est.
    $5,000 - $7,000
  • Pair of Antique Gold and Enamel Bracelets
    Estimate
    $2,500 - $3,500
    Lot 58

    Pair of Antique Gold and Enamel Bracelets

    Est.
    $2,500 - $3,500
  • Antique Pair of Gold Slide Bracelets
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 58A

    Antique Pair of Gold Slide Bracelets

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Large Amethyst Cameo Pendant/Brooch
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,500
    Lot 59

    Large Amethyst Cameo Pendant/Brooch

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,500
  • Antique Enamel and Diamond Brooch, Faberge
    Estimate
    $5,000 - $7,000
    Lot 60

    Antique Enamel and Diamond Brooch, Faberge

    Est.
    $5,000 - $7,000
  • Renaissance Revival Gold and Sapphire Ring
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 61

    Renaissance Revival Gold and Sapphire Ring

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
  • Gold and Coral Suite
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 62

    Gold and Coral Suite

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Antique Gold and Citrine Parure
    Estimate
    $4,000 - $6,000
    Lot 63

    Antique Gold and Citrine Parure

    Est.
    $4,000 - $6,000
  • Gold and Diamond Earrings
    Estimate
    $800 - $1,200
    Lot 64

    Gold and Diamond Earrings

    Est.
    $800 - $1,200
  • Edwardian Platinum, Gold, and Plique-a-Jour Enamel Madonna Pendant
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 65

    Edwardian Platinum, Gold, and Plique-a-Jour Enamel Mado...

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Gold and Micromosaic Earpendants
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,000
    Lot 66

    Gold and Micromosaic Earpendants

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,000
  • Whimsical Antique 14kt Gold and Enamel Pocket Watch
    Estimate
    $2,500 - $3,500
    Lot 67

    Whimsical Antique 14kt Gold and Enamel Pocket Watch

    Est.
    $2,500 - $3,500
  • Antique Micromosaic Bracelet
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 68

    Antique Micromosaic Bracelet

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Gold and Turquoise Suite
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $5,000
    Lot 69

    Gold and Turquoise Suite

    Est.
    $3,000 - $5,000
  • Gold and Diamond Three-stone Ring
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,000
    Lot 70

    Gold and Diamond Three-stone Ring

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,000
  • Antique Rose-Cut Diamond Earrings
    Estimate
    $7,000 - $9,000
    Lot 71

    Antique Rose-Cut Diamond Earrings

    Est.
    $7,000 - $9,000
  • Victorian Gold, Garnet Carbucle, and Diamond Necklace
    Estimate
    $6,000 - $8,000
    Lot 72

    Victorian Gold, Garnet Carbucle, and Diamond Necklace

    Est.
    $6,000 - $8,000
  • Antique Garnet and Diamond Double Heart
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $5,000
    Lot 72A

    Antique Garnet and Diamond Double Heart

    Est.
    $3,000 - $5,000
  • Arts and Crafts 18kt Gold and Garnet Bead Longchain
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 73

    Arts and Crafts 18kt Gold and Garnet Bead Longchain

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Antique 18kt Gold Gem-set Pocket Watch
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $5,000
    Lot 74

    Antique 18kt Gold Gem-set Pocket Watch

    Est.
    $3,000 - $5,000
  • Gold, Enamel, and Diamond Brooch
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 75

    Gold, Enamel, and Diamond Brooch

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Victorian Gold, Enamel, and Split Pearl Bracelet
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,500
    Lot 76

    Victorian Gold, Enamel, and Split Pearl Bracelet

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,500
  • Antique 18kt Gold and Pink Topaz Day/Night Earrings
    Estimate
    $6,000 - $8,000
    Lot 77

    Antique 18kt Gold and Pink Topaz Day/Night Earrings

    Est.
    $6,000 - $8,000
  • Gold and Diamond Pendant
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 78

    Gold and Diamond Pendant

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Antique Gold, Split Pearl, and Diamond Bracelet
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 79

    Antique Gold, Split Pearl, and Diamond Bracelet

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Antique Gold and Moonstone Parure
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 80

    Antique Gold and Moonstone Parure

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 81

    Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
  • Antique Gold and Reverse-painted Crystal Pendant
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 82

    Antique Gold and Reverse-painted Crystal Pendant

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Antique Gold and Moonstone Cameo Brooch
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 83

    Antique Gold and Moonstone Cameo Brooch

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Antique Gold and Diamond Bracelet
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 84

    Antique Gold and Diamond Bracelet

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Antique Sapphire and Diamond Ring
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $4,000
    Lot 85

    Antique Sapphire and Diamond Ring

    Est.
    $3,000 - $4,000
  • Archaeological-Revival Gold and Glass Necklace, Castellani
    Estimate
    $20,000 - $30,000
    Lot 86

    Archaeological-Revival Gold and Glass Necklace, Castell...

    Est.
    $20,000 - $30,000
  • Antique 18kt Gold and Coral Collar and Bracelet
    Estimate
    $5,000 - $7,000
    Lot 87

    Antique 18kt Gold and Coral Collar and Bracelet

    Est.
    $5,000 - $7,000
  • Antique 18kt Gold and Coral Ring, Tiffany & Co.
    Estimate
    $1,500 - $2,000
    Lot 88

    Antique 18kt Gold and Coral Ring, Tiffany & Co.

    Est.
    $1,500 - $2,000
  • Antique 18kt Gold and Pearl Ring, Tiffany & Co.
    Estimate
    $1,000 - $1,500
    Lot 89

    Antique 18kt Gold and Pearl Ring, Tiffany & Co.

    Est.
    $1,000 - $1,500
  • 14kt Gold Cuff Links, Tiffany & Co.
    Estimate
    $400 - $600
    Lot 90

    14kt Gold Cuff Links, Tiffany & Co.

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Antique 14kt Gold, Garnet, and Coral Ring
    Estimate
    $300 - $500
    Lot 91

    Antique 14kt Gold, Garnet, and Coral Ring

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • 14kt Gold and Colored Diamond Ring, Lebolt & Co.
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 92

    14kt Gold and Colored Diamond Ring, Lebolt & Co.

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Arts and Crafts Silver Gem-set Suite, Attributed to Dorrie Nossiter
    Estimate
    $2,000 - $3,000
    Lot 93

    Arts and Crafts Silver Gem-set Suite, Attributed to Dor...

    Est.
    $2,000 - $3,000
  • Renaissance Revival Gold, Emerald, and Enamel Lion Pendant
    Estimate
    $2,500 - $3,500
    Lot 94

    Renaissance Revival Gold, Emerald, and Enamel Lion Pend...

    Est.
    $2,500 - $3,500
  • Egyptian Revival Gold, Carnelian, and Enamel Bracelet
    Estimate
    $1,200 - $1,500
    Lot 95

    Egyptian Revival Gold, Carnelian, and Enamel Bracelet

    Est.
    $1,200 - $1,500

Auction Description

Important Jewelry by Bonhams Skinner
Preview Times May 13, 12PM – 5PM May 14, 12PM – 7PM Skinner’s May Important Jewelry auction will feature over 400 lots of antique, period, and contemporary jewelry. Highlights from the auction include a Colombian Emerald and Diamond Necklace, c. 1905, a carved emerald from the estate of art collector Emily Crane Chadbourne, and a 13.26 cts. Diamond Ring. Contact Us 617-874-4313 jewelry@skinnerinc.com Read more
Bonhams Skinner
Boston, MA 02116
United States

bidsquare@bonhamsskinner.com

Phone:+1 6173505400

Buyer’s Premium

Start Premium (%)
$0 25.00

Bid Increments

Start Increments ($)
$0 $10
$100 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
$300,000 $25,000
$500,000 $50,000
$1,000,000 $100,000

Shipping Info

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Terms & Conditions

1. Some of the lots in this sale are offered subject to a reserve. The reserve is a confidential minimum price agreed upon by the consignor and Skinner, Inc. below which the lot will not be sold. In most cases, the reserve will be set below the estimated range, but in no case will it exceed the estimates listed. A representative of Skinner, Inc. will execute such reserves by bidding for the consignor. In any event and whether or not a lot is subject to a reserve, the auctioneer may reject any bid or raise not commensurate with the value of such lot.

2. All property is sold “as is,” and neither the auctioneer nor any consignor makes any warranties or representation of any kind or nature with respect to the property, and in no event shall they be responsible for the correctness, nor deemed to have made any representation or warranty, of description, genuineness, authorship, attribution, provenance, period, culture, source, origin, or condition of the property and no statement made at the sale, or in the bill of sale, or invoice or elsewhere shall be deemed such a warranty of representation or an assumption of liability.

3. Except as provided in paragraph 1 above, the highest bidder as determined by the auctioneer shall be the purchaser. In the case of a disputed bid, the auctioneer shall have sole discretion in determining the purchaser and may also, at his or her election, withdraw the lot or reoffer the lot for sale. The auctioneer shall have sole discretion to refuse any bid, or refuse to acknowledge any bidder. Any bidder that plans on spending in excess of $100,000 should make arrangements with the accounting department at least five (5) days in advance of the sale, as a deposit may be required to participate.

4. All merchandise purchased must be paid for and removed from the premises the day of the auction. Skinner Inc. may impose, and the purchaser agrees to pay, a monthly interest charge of 1.5% of the purchase price of any lot or item lot not paid for within thirty-five (35) days of the date of sale. Skinner, Inc. shall have no liability for any damage or loss to property left on its premises for more than three (3) days from the date of sale. If any property has not been removed within three (3) days from the date of sale, at the option of Skinner, Inc. (a) Skinner Inc., may impose, and the purchaser agrees to pay, a monthly storage charge of 1.5% of the purchase price of any lot or portion of a lot not removed within the three days, and/or (b) Skinner Inc. may place the merchandise in a subsequent auction, without Reserve, to be sold to the highest bidder, and after deducting the standard commission and any additional charges that may apply, remit the proceeds to the purchaser.

5. Skinner accepts cash or check for payment. Personal checks will be acceptable only if credit has been established with Skinner, Inc. or if a bank authorization has been received guaranteeing a personal check. Skinner, Inc. reserves the right to hold merchandise purchased by personal check until the check has cleared the bank. The purchaser agrees to pay Skinner, Inc. a handling charge of $25.00 for any check dishonored by the drawee. Please contact Accounting for additional payment methods. Skinner does not accept payment by credit card for merchandise purchases.

6. If the purchaser breaches any of its obligations under these Conditions of Sale, including its obligation to pay in full the purchase price of all items for which it was the highest successful bidder, Skinner Inc. may exercise all of its rights and remedies under the law including, without limitation, (a) canceling the sale and applying any payments made by the purchaser to the damages caused by the purchaser’s breach, and/or (b) offering at public auction, without reserve, any lot or item for which the purchaser has breached any of its obligations, including its obligation to pay in full the purchase price, holding the purchaser liable for any deficiency plus all costs of sale.

7. In no event will the liability of Skinner, Inc. to any purchaser with respect to any item exceed the purchase price actually paid by such purchaser for such item.

8. Shipping is the responsibility of the purchaser. Upon request, our staff will provide the list of shippers who deliver to destinations within the United States and overseas. Some property that is sold at auction can be subject to laws governing export from the U.S., such as items that include material from some endangered species. Import restrictions from foreign countries are subject to these same governing laws. Granting of licensing for import or export of goods from local authorities is the sole responsibility of the buyer. Denial or delay of licensing will not constitute cancellation or delay in payment for the total purchase price of these lots.

9. All purchases are subject to the Massachusetts 6.25% sales tax unless the purchaser possesses a Massachusetts sales tax exemption number. Exemption numbers from other states are accepted in Massachusetts if presented with a business card or letterhead. Dealers, museums, and other qualifying parties can apply for a Massachusetts exemption number prior to the auction by contacting the Massachusetts Department of Corporations and Taxation at 100 Cambridge Street in Boston.

10. A premium equal to 23% of the final bid price up to and including $100,000, plus 20% of the final bid price from $100,001 up to and including $1,000,000, plus 12% of the final bid price from $1,000,001 and over will be applied to each lot sold, to be paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price.

11. Bidding on any item indicates your acceptance of these terms and all other terms printed within, posted, and announced at the time of sale whether bidding in person, through a representative, by phone, by Internet, or other absentee bid.

12. Skinner, Inc. and its consignors make no warranty or representation, express or implied, that the purchaser will acquire any copyright or reproduction rights to any lot sold. Skinner, Inc. expressly reserves the right to reproduce any image of the lots sold in this catalog. The copyright in all images, illustrations and written material produced by or for Skinner, Inc. relating to a lot, including the contents of this catalog, is, and shall remain at all times, the property of Skinner, Inc. and shall not be used by the purchaser, nor by anyone else, without our prior written consent.

13. These conditions of sale shall be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (excluding the laws applicable to conflicts or choice of law). The buyer/bidder agrees that any suit for the enforcement of this agreement may be brought, and any action against Skinner in connection with the transactions contemplated by this agreement shall be brought, in the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or any federal court sitting therein. The bidder/buyer consents to the exclusive jurisdiction of such courts and waives objections that it may now or hereafter have to the venue of any such suit.

Revised January 8, 2014