Press release : Diamonds & Gemstones - High Jewellery & Signed Jewellery - Prestige Watches - Sale on April 21st, 2025
Diamonds & Gemstones - High Jewellery & Signed Jewellery - Prestige Watches - Sale on April 21st, 2025
- 3/25/25
- Jewellery
Estimate : 40000/60000€
For its Easter sale, Besch Cannes Auction, assisted by jewellery expert Edouard Degaro, is presenting a splendid collection of jewellery from Italian workshops highlighting age-old expertise combined with modern techniques.
Italian jewellery embodies elegance, innovation and craftsmanship.
For centuries, Italy has been the undisputed leader in the world of jewellery, with prestigious houses and talented craftsmen perpetuating a tradition of excellence.
The history of Italian jewellery dates back to ancient times, when the Etruscans and Romans already excelled in the art of goldsmithing. Thanks to advanced techniques and a keen eye for detail, these civilisations laid the foundations for a craft that still inspires modern designers today.
During the Renaissance, Italy became a centre for art and jewellery. Florence, Rome and Milan established themselves as capitals of fine jewellery. Famous Italian workshops were located in Tuscany and the Veneto region. Vicenza and Valenza, for example, are the heart of Italian jewellery manufacturing, as well as the world's leading producers of chains and bracelets.
Italy is home to some of the greatest luxury jewellery houses, including Bvlgari, Buccellati, Pomellato, Vhernier and Damiani.
The lots presented here are a fine example of this ‘Made in Italy’ synonymous with luxury, elegance and innovation.
Top lots
Lot 208 - BVLGARI
Stunning half-set of the famous collection Alveare composed as follows :
Clip earrings in yellow gold, made of gadrooned elements set with 84 top quality brilliant cut diamonds for a total of around 1,80 ct, signed, maker's mark BVLGARI, circa 1988
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The necklace in yellow gold, made of gadrooned elements set with 716 top quality brilliant cut diamonds for a total of around 18 carats, signed, maker's mark BVLGARI, circa 1988
They both come with their traveling pouch
Purchased at BVLGARI Monaco
An insurance replacement value letter from BVLGARI Cannes comes with this lot
Estimate : 40000/60000€
Lot 207 - BVLGARI
Stunning lady's watch in yellow gold, the hexagonal dial paved with 8/8 diamonds, the flexible gold bracelet set with top quality brilliant cut diamonds for a total of around 6,50 carats, quartz movement (works), signed, numbered, maker's mark BVLGARI. It comes with its pouch.
Purchased at BVLGARI Monaco
An insurance replacement value letter from BVLGARI Cannes comes with this lot
Estimate : 30000/40000€
Lot 206 - Mario BUCCELLATI
Magnificent openwork dangeling earrings entirely made by hand "the Tulle technique" in two tone textured gold chiseled and perforated, flanked with brilliant cut diamonds for a total of around 3 carats, signed, circa 1995
Estimate : 6000/9000€
A well-known artist
Lot 297 - Jean VENDOME 1930-2017
Swirl ring in white gold playing with the levels, flanked with baguette and european cut diamonds for a total of around 4 carats (the main ones weighing around 1,50 ct and 1,40 ct), signed, maker's mark OT
Estimate : 4000/6000€
Lot 270 - CARTIER Paris
Art Deco "Turtle" watch in platinum and gold, the case set with european cut and 8/8 diamonds for a total of around 1,20 ct, grey dial, roman numerals, plain winding mechanism, mechanical movement signed European Watch and Clock Co Inc (works without warranty), black fabric bracelet with yellow gold folding clasp
Unsigned dial, numbered on the case and back of the case, maker's mark Edmond Jaeger on the folding clasp, french assay for platinum and gold
This watch comes with a letter from IAJA Expertise stating that it is Cartier Paris circa 1924
CR : Scratches on glass, dial and bracelet used
Estimate : 10000/15000€
Rare jewels
Lot 269 - CARTIER
"Nigeria" Collection
Superb white gold ring paved with around 4,40 carats of brilliant cut diamonds, signed, numbered, maker's mark Edouard Blondeau
Estimate : 8000/12000€
Chopard : Exceptional "Happy Diamond" collection in pink diamonds!
Lot 293 - CHOPARD
"Happy Diamond" Collection High Jewellery
Rare, white gold necklace holding a two tone halo pendant paved with 3 rows of fancy pink brilliant cut diamonds totalling around 3,12 carats, centered with 2 rubies, 2 white diamonds and 3 fancy pink diamonds in motion, the bail paved with white diamonds, signed, numbered
Purchased at Traditional Jewelers in New Port Beach, USA in 2006
It comes with its certifcate of authenticity and box
Estimate : 10000/15000€
Lot 291 - CHOPARD
"Happy Diamond" Collection
Rare, two tone gold halo shaped studd earrings set with a double row of fancy pink brilliant cut diamonds for a total of around 1,15 ct, each one holding a white diamond in motion, signed, numbered
Push backs not genuine (in sterling silver)
Purchased at Traditional Jewelers in New Port Beach, USA in 2006
It comes with its certifcate of authenticity and box
Estimate : 4000/6000€
Lot 294 - CHOPARD
"Happy Diamond" Collection
Rare, two tone gold ring paved around 2,80 carats of brilliant cut fancy pink diamonds centered with one white diamond in motion Signed, numered
The sides of the ring can be dismanteled to be replaced by other rings
Purchased at Traditional Jewelers in New Port Beach, USA in 2006
It comes with its certifcate of authenticity and box
Estimate : 6000/9000€
Lot 292 - CHOPARD
"Happy Diamond" Collection
Rare, articulated bracelet in two tone gold holding 3 halo motifs paved for a total of around 2,67 carats each one holding a white diamond in motion, signed, numbered
Purchased at Traditional Jewelers in New Port Beach, USA in 2006
It comes with its certificate of authenticity and box
Estimate : 9500/14500€
Diamonds & Gemstones - High Jewellery & Signed Jewellery - Prestige Watches’ sale on April Monday 21st at 2pm in the lounges of the Hôtel Martinez in Cannes.
Expert : Edouard DEGARO
Exhibition of the lots in the lounges of the Hôtel Martinez Cannes : April Friday 18th from 4pm to 7pm, Saturday 19th from 10.30am to 7pm, Sunday 20th from 10.30am to 7pm, Monday 21st from 10.30am to 12pm
For more information on this exceptional auction, please contact Maître Besch on 00.33.(0)4.93.99.33.49 or by e-mail at besch@cannesauction.com
