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Bonhams New York to Auction Ruby Necklace and Paraiba Tourmaline

market-auction · 2026-05-22

Mark your calendars for June 8, 2026, as Bonhams hosts its Exceptional Jewels auction in New York City. This event promises a remarkable assortment of diamonds, colored diamonds, and other exquisite gemstones. Featured brands include renowned names such as Harry Winston, Chaumet, Bulgari, and Tiffany & Co. A standout item is a breathtaking necklace featuring a 5.02-carat oval Burma ruby, with an estimated sales price of $100,000 to $150,000. Additionally, bidders can expect to see an unmounted Paraiba-type tourmaline among the exquisite offerings at this highly anticipated auction.

Key facts

  • Auction date: June 8, 2026
  • Location: New York
  • House: Bonhams
  • Highlight: ruby and diamond necklace with 5.02-carat oval Burma ruby
  • Estimate for necklace: US$100,000–150,000
  • Total diamond weight of necklace: 39.00 carats
  • Notable lot: unmounted Paraiba-type tourmaline
  • Signed jewelry from Harry Winston, Chaumet, Bulgari, Graff, Tiffany & Co., Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Oscar Heyman, Taffin, J.E. Caldwell

Entities

Institutions

  • Bonhams
  • Harry Winston
  • Chaumet
  • Bulgari
  • Graff
  • Tiffany & Co.
  • Cartier
  • Van Cleef & Arpels
  • Oscar Heyman
  • Taffin
  • J.E. Caldwell

Locations

  • New York
  • United States

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