Bonhams Cornette de Saint Cyr Paris Auction of Hermès Jewelry Collection Achieves Strong Results

On October 21 2025, Bonhams Cornette de Saint Cyr in Paris conducted a specialized auction titled 'Hermès: Treasure trove of gold and silver,' focusing exclusively on Hermès jewelry from a private collection. The sale featured 280 lots spanning six decades, from 1960 to 2020, highlighting the maison's heritage. A standout piece, a Hermès Paris by George Lenfant 'Vendôme' bracelet in yellow gold with anchor chain link from circa 1960, sold for €38,400 against an estimate of €12,000-15,000. Another notable lot, the Hermès Paris Kelly Bracelet in rose gold set with 515 diamonds totaling 3.25 carats, fetched €20,480, also surpassing its €12,000-15,000 estimate. Additionally, a Hermès Paris Bracelet Chaîne d'Ancre in yellow gold realized €28,160, exceeding its €8,000-12,000 estimate. The auction's success was noted by Hubert Felbacq, Director of the Fashion department at Bonhams Cornette de Saint Cyr, underscoring the strong market interest in Hermès jewelry. The event traced part of the brand's rich history through these curated pieces, demonstrating robust collector demand for high-end fashion jewelry at auction.