Smith & Singer

Important Jewels

AU0814 | 23 May 2017 | Sydney | 6 pm

Rolex A fine and rare stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with registers and bracelet ref 6262 no 2416645 'Paul Newman' Daytona Cosmograph circa 1970. Sold for $219,600 May 2017 ***Auction record for a wristwatch in Australia***
14ct gold and fancy yellow diamond ring. Sold for $195,200 May 2017
18ct gold and diamond 'Maillon Panthère' suite, Cartier. Sold for $91,500 May 2017
Pair of diamond studs, Graff. Sold for $85,400 May 2017
Platinum, 18ct gold, diamond and emerald brooch, David Webb. Sold for $79,300 May 2017
Sale Number: AU0814

Timed to Perfection

Auction Results | Important Jewels | 23 May 2017

Rolex Daytona ‘Paul Newman’ races to a new auction record for a wristwatch in Australia

Standout results for diamonds and coloured diamonds

Outstanding results were achieved at Sotheby’s Australia’s May auction of Important Jewels that featured an impressive spectrum of coloured gemstones and diamonds as well as a variety of period and contemporary jewels and watches.  A Rolex Daytona ‘Paul Newman’ set a new auction record of $219,600 for a wristwatch in Australia and strong prices were achieved for designer pieces by Bulgari, Cartier, David Webb, Paspaley, Tiffany & Co., and Van Cleef & Arpels.  The sale realised $1,870,870 with 78.4% sold by value.

 
CONTACT INFORMATION +

Specialists

Hamish Sharma

Hamish Sharma

Head

Jewels
Sydney
T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402
E: Hamish Sharma

Patricia Kontos

Patricia Kontos

Senior Specialist

Jewels
Melbourne
T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900
E: Patricia Kontos

Tabitha Davison

Tabitha Davison

Administrator

Jewels
Sydney
T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402
E: Tabitha Davison

   

Auction Results & Details

Sale Total: $1,870,870 including buyer's premium

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EXHIBITION TIMES +

EXHIBITION

MELBOURNE  |  LEVEL 9, 41 EXHIBITION STREET, MELBOURNE
FRI. 12 MAY 17 | 10 AM - 5 PM AEST
SAT. 13 MAY 17 | 10 AM - 5 PM AEST
SUN. 14 MAY 17 | 10 AM - 5 PM AEST
MON. 15 MAY 17 | 10 AM - 5 PM AEST

SYDNEY | 30 QUEEN STREET, WOOLLAHRA
FRI. 19 MAY 17 | 10 AM - 5 PM AEST
SAT. 20 MAY 17 | 10 AM - 5 PM AEST
SUN. 21 MAY 17 | 10 AM - 5 PM AEST
MON. 22 MAY 17 | 10 AM - 5 PM AEST








Important Jewels - AU0814
51 18ct gold and diamond 'Embrace the Sea' clasp/necklace, Paspaley Estimate $4,000 - $6,000 Lot Sold: $5,490 (including buyer's premium)
Important Jewels - AU0814
52 18ct gold, diamond and south sea pearl brooch Estimate $1,500 - $2,000 Lot Sold: $1,586 (including buyer's premium)
Important Jewels - AU0814
53 Pair of 18ct gold, south sea pearl and diamond 'Odyssey' pendant earrings, Paspaley Estimate $2,500 - $3,500 Lot Sold: $3,660 (including buyer's premium)
Important Jewels - AU0814
55 South sea pearl necklace, Paspaley Estimate $3,000 - $5,000 Lot Sold: $5,490 (including buyer's premium)
Important Jewels - AU0814
56 Fancy deep brownish orangy yellow diamond and diamond ring Estimate $20,000 - $30,000 Lot Sold: $23,180 (including buyer's premium)
Important Jewels - AU0814
57 14ct white gold, coloured diamond and diamond ring Estimate $5,500 - $7,500 Lot Sold: $5,856 (including buyer's premium)
Important Jewels - AU0814
58 14ct white gold, coloured diamond and diamond ring Estimate $3,500 - $5,500 Lot Sold: $3,904 (including buyer's premium)
Important Jewels - AU0814
59 14ct white gold, coloured diamond and diamond ring Estimate $30,000 - $50,000 Lot Sold: $32,940 (including buyer's premium)
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61 18ct gold, coloured diamond and diamond tiara Estimate $3,000 - $5,000 Lot Sold: $7,320 (including buyer's premium)
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63 18ct gold and diamond 'Mimi' ring, Cartier Estimate $6,500 - $7,500
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64 18ct tri-colour gold and diamond ring, Cartier, circa 1995 Estimate $2,000 - $3,000 Lot Sold: $1,952 (including buyer's premium)
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66 18ct tri-colour gold 'Panthère' necklace, Cartier Estimate $6,000 - $9,000 Lot Sold: $10,980 (including buyer's premium)
Important Jewels - AU0814
67 18ct gold and diamond ring, Cartier Estimate $95,000 - $125,000
Important Jewels - AU0814
68 18ct gold and diamond bracelet, Tiffany & Co. Estimate $6,500 - $9,500    Lot Sold: SOLD
Important Jewels - AU0814
69 Pair of 18ct gold and diamond 'Virgo' earrings, Cartier Estimate $4,200 - $6,200 Lot Sold: $4,636 (including buyer's premium)
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70 Cartier A lady's 18ct gold square wristwatch with bracelet ref 1820 no MG251605 Tank Française circa 1990 Estimate $3,000 - $5,000 Lot Sold: $4,636 (including buyer's premium)

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