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$12,000 Buccellati gold ring sparkles in online auction

Jewellery, 18-19th century sterling silver and rare Tiffany artefacts will auction online in June

Levine Auction and Appraisal is auctioning the distinguished and varied Bottoni Estate on June 13 at the Scottsdale Gallery, Arizona, US.

Lots will encompass 18th and 19th century sterling silver offerings, with Tiffany, Joel Sayre, Gorham, and Buccellati just to name a few.


A Buccellati 18K Gold Ring (estimated at $8,000-12,000)
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Among the Buccellati treasures is an aquamarine ring once referred to as a masterpiece, and an amethyst necklace which, in the words of Levine, "has all the elegance of royalty."

The Buccellati 18K Gold Ring features 38 diamonds surrounding its rectangular aquamarine, and wonderful craftsmanship. It signed by Buccellati and is a size five, with a 9mm by 17mm stone.

It will go under the hammer with an estimate of $8,000-12,000.


A 28" Buccellati 18K Gold Ringed & Amethyst necklace ($4,000-6,000)
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Meanwhile, the 28" Buccellati 18K Gold Ringed & Amethyst necklace boasts an exquisite design and is billed as a unique piece of investment quality, estimated at $4,000-6,000.

With online bidding also available, Levine's sale promises something for collectors, admirers, connoisseurs and investors alike.

 

 

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Last updated: 4 May 2010