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September 29th & October 1st Auction Highlights

Written by Alex Cooper Staff | Sep 22, 2016 12:00:00 AM

Please join us Thursday, September 29th and Saturday, October 1st for our spectacular Gallery Auction. Commencing at 12:00 pm, our Thursday Auction features Exquisite GIA Certified Diamonds, Designer Jewelry, Luxury Handbags, Fantastic Silver as well as American and Continental Coins.

One of the outstanding highlights of the sale is a 4.01 carat, round brilliant cut diamond ring (lot 223). What makes this piece so special is its exceptional cut and color. When asked about the ring, resident jewelry expert Selden Morgan, GIA Graduate Jeweler Gemologist and GIA Certified Appraiser, exclaimed  “It is the best that nature has to offer combined with the best that man can create. Why go to New York when you can get the highest caliber jewelry pieces from the comforts of your computer with our online bidding capabilities? Auctions allow consumers to to purchase GIA certified stones, well below wholesale prices.” Side note – GIA stands for Gemological Institute of America and it is the premiere diamond grading laboratory.

Lot 223: Hello gorgeous! This platinum diamond ring features a round brilliant cut diamond weighing 4.01 carats color grade of D and clarity grade of VS1 Clarity, Excellent Cut, Polish & Symmetry, accompanied by GIA diamond grading report #1122556964. It is set in the center of a custom made ring with full cut diamonds set in a halo around the center stone and down the shank.

Lot 137: This stunning platinum ring features a princess cut diamond weighing 5.02 carats color grade of H and a clarity grade of VS2 accompanied by GIA diamond certification #10570725, set in a beautiful pave setting.

Lot 187: A classic 3.20ct GIA Round Brilliant Diamond Ring.

Lot 232: A Stunning Lady’s Five Row Diamond Bangle Bracelet.

Lot 186: An Elegant 3.22 ct. GIA Round Diamond Solitaire Necklace.

Lot 193: A Special 2.52ct GIA Cushion Cut Diamond Ring.

Lot 209: A Spectacular Lady’s Very Fine 5.68 ct Sapphire & Diamond Ring.

 Lot 234: A Stunning Pair of Certified Lavender Jade Ear Pendants.

 Lot 205: A Fabulous Lady’s Diamond Rolex Watch.

Lot 116: A Classic Lady’s Harry Winston Diamond Watch in 18K Gold.

Lot 225: A Tiffany & Co 18K Signature X Bracelet.

Lot 124: A Gorgeous Pair of Diamond Hoop Earrings by Paul Morelli.

Lot 208: A Standout Lady’s Diamond Ring 3.75 cts. by Bayco.

Can you say classic? This fabulous Hermès Kelly bag is a part of the designer handbag section of our Thursday Auction. Whether you are a seasoned collector, or just getting started, we have the perfect bag for you, at prices you wont believe! Check out some of our brand new with tags Coach and Michael Kors bags, or gently used designer handbags.

 Lot 344:  A Beautiful Hermès Kelly Handbag.
Lot 341: A Divine Louis Vuitton Monogram Hudson PM Handbag.

 Lot 343: An Exquisite Judith Leiber Swarovski Crystal Minaudiere Clutch.

Lot 340: A Rare Christian Dior Black Ostrich Saddle Bag.

Lot 290:  A Colorful Hermès A La Gloire De Guillaume Scarf.

Lot 180: A Vintage Gold Coin & Change Purse by Tiffany & Co.Lot 308: A Michael Kors Bedford Leather Crossbody NWT.

Lot 314: A Coach Margot Carryall in Nude & Wristlet NWT.Lot 319: A Coach File Bag & Wristlet NWT.Lot 324: A Michael Kors Grayson Satchel & Card Case NWT.

Lot 331: A Michael Kors Jet Set Tote & Leather Wallet NWT.Lot 334: A Michael Kors Crossbody & Card Case NWT.Lot 336: A Lady’s Stuart Weitzman Sleek Crossbody. Lot 337: A Lady’s Vintage Gucci Lapis Handbag.

Calling all craftys and creatives, Our Thursday auction is a craft lovers dream!  With such a large assortment of beads and boxes we are sure to have something for everyone. What makes our auction notable is all of the different shapes, sizes and colors of beads we are offering.

My personal favorite is the assortment of Fresh Water Pearls, who knew they came in so unique shapes?

Lot 279: A Box of Assorted Natural Gemstones & Cabochons.

Lot 274: Two Bead Boxes & A Bead Box Tote.

Lot 277: A Bead Box Filled with Fresh Water Pearls.

Lot 279: A Bead Box Featuring Freshwater Pears & Sun Stones.

Lot 280: Two Bead Boxes Featuring Turquoise.

Saturday’s Auction begins and 10:00 am and is comprised of  Period and Quality Reproduction Furniture; American & Continental Paintings, Prints & Sculpture, Chinese Export Porcelain, Orientalia & Other Decorative Arts, Rare Trains & Toys; Books & Oriental Rugs & Carpets. Here are Saturday’s top toys!

Here are some of the top picks from our unreserved estate collection of toys and trains!

Lot 814: Lionel O Gauge #263E Blue Comet Set.

Lot 842: Buck Rogers in the 25th Century-Britains, In Original Box.

Lot 816: K-Line #3270-#5343 Hudson and Tender.

Lot 820: Marx windup Whoopee Car.

Lot 836: Very Rare Ives #3243 White Passenger Train.