Dawsons 2024 Fine Jewellery Sale Highlights

The year 2024 has seen a spectacular array of fine jewellery pass through the saleroom at Dawsons, with exquisite craftsmanship and storied provenance captivating collectors worldwide. From Victorian elegance to Art Deco precision and mid-century modern innovation, these highlights reflect the enduring allure of exceptional jewellery design.

Among the most significant pieces sold was a Victorian Kashmir sapphire and diamond cluster hinged bangle, showcasing an intense blue, mixed-cushion-cut sapphire weighing 3.28ct. The sapphire, untouched by heat treatment and certified as of Kashmir origin, was surrounded by 18 old-cut diamonds with a combined weight of 3.04ct. This exceptional piece achieved a remarkable £70,000, underscoring the enduring rarity and desirability of fine Kashmir sapphires.

^{Victorian Kashmir sapphire and diamond cluster hinged bangle}

^{Sold for £70,000}

Demonstrating Victorian-era opulence, a 19th-century diamond-set locket pendant with a circular arrangement of old-cut diamonds and a hinged glass compartment enchanted bidders. Featuring a central old-cut diamond measuring approximately 9.8mm x 8mm, the pendant achieved an impressive £20,000.

^{A 19th-century diamond-set locket pendant}

^{Sold for £20,000}

A true testament to timeless elegance, a diamond solitaire ring featuring a 5.75ct round brilliant-cut diamond with H colour and VVS1 clarity caught the eye of a discerning buyer. The heart-motif gallery setting added a romantic flourish, securing a sale price of £43,000.

^{A 5.75ct diamond solitaire ring}

^{Sold for £43,000} 

From the 1980s, a pair of Chanel Baroque-style cherub and faux pearl drop earrings brought vintage glamour to our auction. Bearing the signature of the iconic house, these striking clip-on earrings achieved £2,400, demonstrating the enduring appeal of Chanel's historic designs.

^{Chanel - a pair of Baroque-style cherub and faux pearl drop earrings}

^{Sold for £2,400}

A Modernist bracelet by Anton Frühauf, circa 1960s, exemplified mid-20th-century design innovation. Crafted in 18ct gold with brutalist geometric panel links and white spinels, this bold statement piece sold for £6,500.

^{Anton Frühauf - a Modernist bracelet set with spine}

^{Sold for £6,500}

Art Deco enthusiasts were captivated by a sapphire and diamond line bracelet by Charles Holl, circa 1930. Featuring 2.10ct of pavé-set diamonds and table-cut sapphires, the bracelet achieved £19,000, reflecting its superb craftsmanship and aesthetic appeal.

^{An Art Deco sapphire and diamond line bracelet by Charles Holl}

^{Sold for £19,000}

An Art Deco bar brooch centred with a Burmese sapphire of 11.5mm x 10.3mm, framed by 22 old-cut diamonds, highlighted the enduring beauty of the 1920s. Certified as unheated Burmese origin, this exquisite piece sold for £24,000.

^{An Art Deco sapphire and diamond set bar brooch}

^{Sold for £24,000} 

Cartier's timeless design philosophy shone through in a torsade necklace and earring set featuring lapis lazuli, turquoise, and diamonds. Signed 'Cartier Paris' and crafted in 18ct gold, the ensemble achieved £21,000, highlighting the house’s unparalleled mastery of colour and form.

^{Cartier - a torsade necklace and a single earring set}

^{Sold for £21,000}

Another highlight was a diamond-set collar necklace by Georges Lenfant for Mauboussin, featuring a woven design with 0.60ct of diamond embellishments. This elegant piece achieved £13,000, a testament to the enduring legacy of Parisian haute joaillerie.

^{Georges Lenfant for Mauboussin - a diamond-set collar necklace of woven design}

^{Sold for £13,000}

These exceptional results reaffirm Dawsons’ reputation as a leading venue for remarkable fine jewellery, where historic craftsmanship and timeless design continue to inspire collectors globally. Whether Victorian heirlooms or mid-century masterpieces, each piece tells a unique story, beautifully preserved for future generations.

For more information on upcoming auctions or to consign your own treasures, contact Dawsons today – our sole aim is to secure the highest prices for clients.