Christie’s second Jewels Online: Summer Sparkle sale that was held from 4th-18th August, achieved a total of $5.12 million. The sale attracted global participation from 28 countries.
Leading the sale was the spectacular 24.45-carat D colour, IF, Type IIa heart-shaped diamond pendant that sold for $2.01 million, the second highest price achieved for a jewel sold in an online sale at Christie’s. Another top highlight was ‘The Summer Sunrise,’ a stunning Fancy Vivid Orange Yellow diamond ring of 9.83 carats, VS1 clarity that sold for $810,000.
Other sale highlights included classic diamond jewellery offered at no reserve, such as a diamond ring of 6.29 carats, D colour, IF that sold for $237,500; diamond earrings with each diamond weighing 5.01 carats and D colour that achieved $200,000; and an emerald-cut diamond ring of 5.06 carats, H colour that realised $56,250.
Additionally, the sale featured striking coloured diamonds in unique settings, offering fresh takes on traditional engagement rings such as a fancy orangy pink diamond ring that sold for $43,750 and a fancy intense pink diamond ring that realised $40,000.