However, two medieval jewels surpassed estimates at Noonans Mayfair’s recent jewelry auction in London.

Lenore Fedow

A metal detectorist uncovered the ring created in memory of Sir Richard Rainsford, who presided over some of England’s last witch trials.

Lenore Fedow

Around 30 whimsical Fabergé animal carvings will go up for auction at Sotheby’s Geneva in May.

Lauren McLemore

“Cosmic Splendor: Jewelry From the Collections of Van Cleef & Arpels,” opens April 11 at the American Museum of Natural History.

Natalie Francisco

The auction also featured the sale of a Cartier necklace made when Egyptomania was sweeping Great Britain.

Lauren McLemore

Offered by U.K. auction house Woolley & Wallis, the yellow diamond bracelet was a gift from Taylor’s good friend Michael Jackson.

Michelle Graff

Sotheby’s sold the necklace, which potentially has ties to Marie-Antoinette, for $4.8 million to a woman bidding via phone.

Michelle Graff

The emerald brooch-turned-pendant returned to auction after 55 years, setting a world record for most expensive emerald sold at auction.

Natalie Francisco

Phillips also sold a 1.21-carat fancy red diamond dubbed the “Red Miracle” for more than $1 million at its jewelry auction in Geneva.

Michelle Graff

The jewelry designer discussed how she got into the jewelry industry, what she keeps in her favorite locket, and the future of her brand.

Natalie Francisco

The pendant, circa the late 1700s, likely was commissioned to remember a loved one who died young.

Natalie Francisco

The auction house said the gemstone could fetch up to $5.5 million at next month’s sale.

Lauren McLemore

The New York socialite’s elegant, transformable piece from the 1960s is headed to auction later this month.

Lauren McLemore

Part of the Welsh singer’s extensive jewelry collection, the bathtub-shaped Cartier watch went for nearly $72,000 at Sotheby’s Paris.

Michelle Graff

All 74 lots of jewelry belonging to the late Democratic senator found buyers at Bonhams Los Angeles.

Michelle Graff

The November auction will feature a collection of jewels owned by Ferdinand I, the first king of modern Bulgaria, and his family.

Lauren McLemore

The jewel, which was worn to two British coronations and may contain diamonds tied to Marie Antoinette, could sell for almost $3 million.

Lauren McLemore

Exhibitors can register now for the show, which is set for Jan. 9-13.

Natalie Francisco

The single-owner sale features 61 lots, including several Oscar Heyman pieces.

Lauren McLemore

The company’s curated collection of unsigned vintage and estate jewelry from the 1940s to 1980s launched at the retailer this month.

Natalie Francisco

It has been returned to the Sagamore Hill National Historic Site in New York nearly 40 years after being taken while on loan to a Buffalo museum.

Lauren McLemore

In response to growing customer demand, the Cincinnati jeweler will transition to selling only antique, vintage, and estate jewelry.

Lenore Fedow

A collection of the silversmith’s personal objects, as well as items created during his time at Tiffany, are on display at the Met.

Michelle Graff

A recent jewelry trends report sheds light on what likely will be hot when the industry descends on the desert.

Natalie Francisco

A tie necklace from Van Cleef & Arpels and a pinkish purple diamond are highlights of the upcoming New York jewelry auction.

Lauren McLemore