Gem Gossip Visits Freeman’s Auction Home in Philadelphia, PA

Freeman’s auctionhouse and that i have an powerful relationship. They appear to normally possess a piece which i drop deeply in like with and reduce out in the really last instant come auction time. I will never forget this diamond and platinum ring from the 1920s-it was sensational. A measurement 3.5 (which would really suit my ring finger completely, who else could state that is really a “perfect” dimension?!) the center diamond was a chunky pear cut with a large culet…it absolutely was jaw-dropping in each of the right approaches. I nervously logged in on my computer system for the live-sale and bid many periods ahead of my very last and last bid didn’t delay to whomever claimed it eventually. A tragedy that day…and can eternally weigh significant on my coronary heart, as I are not able to arrive at conditions with even deleting the e-mail in my inbox that claims given that the matter line, “Sorry you did not win this time.” A reminder, as Allia Dhody, a member of Freeman’s Jewelry Office,exclaims to me, “Make confident to phone in up coming time-be a phone-bidder!” I will acquire that tactic into the next spherical, despite the fact that Allia does not comprehend, my check out to Freeman’s has built me choose to appear back additional typically and especially throughout reside auctions.

My up coming probability at bidding and successful at Freeman’s will likely be coming sooner than I thought-they are gearing up for his or her September and November jewelry product sales. On my go to, I got to preview several of the products that may be featured in each forthcoming sales-their Autumn Estate Jewelry sale slated for September sixteen, 2015 and their Jewelry & Watches sale which falls on November 2, 2015.

I had such a fun time playing with the jewelry and getting to talk to your ladies of Freeman’s. Susannah and Cara were a delight to hang out with while I was drooling over the jewelry and taking photos. Allia Dhody is Freeman’s Jewelry Specialist who handles each piece, taking down the item’s specs by measuring, grading and counting, as well as cataloging. As a gradutate gemologist, her role at Freeman’s is actually a vital one. As a buyer, the public can rely on not only the great reputation of Freeman’s 210-year history, but the expertise of Allia’s gemology skills. People bid with confidence-that’s an important part of your Freeman’s legacy.

I’m excited for your September and November sales-be confident to mark them on your calendars (I will be reminding everyone when the dates get closer). Here is 925 silver ringreally a run down on a lot of the pieces that may be up for auction, which are pictured above:

Freeman’s Autumn Estate Jewelry sale; September 16, 2015:

A pair of diamond and 14k gold old mine cut diamond cluster drop earrings, approx. 2.20 carats total, estimate $800-1,200

A diamond and cultured pearl cluster ring set in 14k yellow gold, middle diamond approx. 0.85 ct., estimate $500-700

Garnet and high carat gold necklace which measures 15.25 inches in length, estimate 1,800-2,500

Pair of Victorian enamel and 18k gold bangle bracelets which measures 5.75 inside length, estimate $800-1,200

Art Deco calibre-cut ruby and diamond platinum ring with elongated shape, estimate $800-1,200

A blue zircon suite consisting of a pair of earrings, ring, bracelet and necklace all circa early 1900s, estimate $2,500-3,000

Art Deco diamond and platinum brooch set with Old European slice and Old Mine slice diamonds, fashion earrings onlinetotaling 2.10 carats, estimate $800-1,200

Art Deco diamond and platinum ring with pierced milgrain set with Old Mine and Old European cut diamonds, estimate 1,000-1,500

Freeman’s Jewelry & Watches sale; November 2, 2015

Diamond and sapphire bypass ring set with pear shaped diamond and pear shaped sapphire in platinum, estimate $5,000-7,000

18k yellow gold Pig purse having a mesh body and details like a tail, legs, etc. French assay marks, estimate 1,000-2,000

Belle ?poque diamond and platinum ring set which has a 3.25 ct centre diamond, estimate $12,000-15,000

Serpent necklace done in 18k yellow gold set with diamonds and ruby eyes, estimate $3,000-5,000

David Webb 18k yellow gold cuff featuring a repouss frog and cabochon emerald eyes, estimate $9,000-14,000

Marcus & Co. diamond and platinum-topped 18k gold brooch, that has a center diamond approx. three.20 ct., estimate $20,000-30,000

David Webb turquoise and diamond 18k yellow gold matching earrings and ring, estimate $2,000-3,000

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