Romancing the Stones
Some of the world’s oldest recorded texts and longest-held beliefs are those attached to gemstones. Used throughout known history as talismans, oracles, amulets, charms, and totems (and fabulous decoration) gemstones have always ignited a love and reverence that has prompted association with the divine, and suggested otherworldly powers. At Macklowe Gallery, our love of gems has inspired us to delve into the rich history of precious stones, a history we always aim to share in the hopes that it will enhance an appreciation for this superb material.
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Bulgari Rome Tourmaline and Peridot Cascade Pendant Earrings
$49,500| /Created in the 1990s by Bulgari Rome, these 18K gold pendant earrings are composed of pink and purple tourmalines, peridots and diamonds. Each earr...
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Mauboussin Paris Carved Rock Crystal, Jadeite and Emerald Brooch
$150,000| /This important late Art Deco platinum and diamond brooch featuring carved rock crystal, jadeite and emeralds was created by Mauboussin Paris in the...
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Boucheron Paris Ruby and Diamond Flower Earrings
$49,500| /Made in the 1960s, these bombé-form, clip-back flower earrings from Boucheron Paris have domed centers, set with over four-and-a-half carats of bea...
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Bulgari Ceylon Ruby "Serpenti" Bracelet
This opulent five-coil gold, Ceylon ruby and diamond "Serpenti" bracelet dates from the Dolce Vita period of 1950s Rome, when Bulgari jewels reache...
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Ruby and Three-Stone Diamond Shield Ring
$7,500| /This platinum three-stone diamond shield ring, dating from the Art Deco period, is enhanced by rubies and rose-cut diamonds. This classic form cent...
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Cartier Ruby and Diamond “Three Band” Ring
$52,500| /This glamorous ruby and diamond "Three Band" ring has unmistakable Cartier style and craftsmanship. Set among sparkling pavé-set diamonds, the trip...
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No-Heat Sapphire and Diamond Oval Cluster Ring
$17,500| /The double diamond halo of this English blue sapphire cluster ring adds a regal flourish to the traditionally romantic form. Fashioned from gold wi...
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Ceylon No-Heat Sapphire and Diamond Ring
$105,000| /This substantial cabochon blue sapphire and diamond ring is a beautiful example of Art Deco opulence. Elegantly proportioned and reminiscent of arc...
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René Boivin Sapphire “Feuille” Brooch
$275,000| /In the 1930s, the creative women at the House of René Boivin returned to naturalistic themes—like this blue sapphire "Feuille," or "Leaf," brooch—a...
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Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire and Diamond “Camellia” Brooch
$195,000| /This Van Cleef & Arpels blue sapphire and diamond "Camellia" brooch evokes the spectacular blossom from Asia that possessed the European imagin...
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René Lalique Opal, Diamond and Enamel Hat Pin
Designed in the years 1895-1897, this floral and foliate hat pin composed of opal, diamonds and enamel was created by René Lalique, Paris. The pin ...
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Boulder Opal and Multi-Color Garnet Necklace
$40,000| /This three-tiered antique gold necklace is both elegant and original, with multiple chains and swags that make up a draping fringe, suspending a ra...
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Marcus & Co. Opal, Chrysoprase, and Plique-à-Jour Enamel Brooch
$50,000| /This stunning brooch by Marcus & Co. is abstracted from the delicate shapes of flowers and leafy vines, creating a flowing Art Nouveau form. It...
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Double Pearl and Diamond Ring
$11,500| /This double pearl and old European-cut diamond ring beautifully expresses the Edwardian era's sensibility. Combining a line of two creamy, lustrous...
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Turquoise Enamel, Diamond and Pearl Pendant Necklace and Bracelet
$7,500| /Dating from the Victorian era, this bloomed gold, turquoise enamel and pearl bracelet and necklace demi-parure is offered in its original Morocco l...
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Mauboussin Turquoise, Chalcedony and Diamond Necklace
$275,000| /This impactful Art Deco collar necklace from 1929 is an early Art Moderne jewel by Mauboussin, a French maison daringly led by Georges and his engi...
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Bulgari Colombian Emerald and Diamond "Trombino" Ring
$110,000| /This classic Bulgari "Trombino" ring is set with a center emerald, exhibiting the iconic Colombian green satin color, coupled with extraordinary cl...
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Carved Emerald Bead and Diamond Collar Necklace
$75,000| /Dating from the 1930s, this Art Deco platinum necklace, composed of nineteen carats of carved emeralds and over eleven carats of diamonds, is an ar...
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Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire and Diamond "Camellia" Earrings
$120,000| /These Van Cleef & Arpels "Camellia" earrings, in blue sapphires and diamonds, evoke the spectacular blossom from Asia that possessed the Europe...
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Mid-20th Century Platinum, Diamond and Ruby Bracelet
Created in the 1960s, this ruby and diamond bracelet is mounted in platinum. The finely articulated platinum form is designed as a tapering line of...
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Ruby and Diamond Bangle Bracelet
$22,500| /This bangle bracelet in 18K gold is composed of rubies and diamonds. Prong-set with cushion-cut rubies flanked by lines old old mine-cut diamonds, ...
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Yanes Madrid Bombé Ruby and Diamond Clip Earrings
$35,000| /Designed in the late 20th century, these Yanes ruby and diamond clip earrings are set in 18K gold. Each bombé ovoid form earring is set with diagon...
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