Joan A. Nitis Estate Jewelry Auction at Turner Auctions May 16
On May 16, 2026, at 10:30 am PDT, Turner Auctions + Appraisals is set to auction off estate jewelry from Joan A. Nitis. This auction will include 135 lots, mainly coming from her San Francisco estate. The collection offers a diverse array of items, featuring women's gem-set jewelry and men's accessories. You'll find necklaces, rings, bracelets, pendants, brooches, earrings, pocket watches, wristwatches, and cufflinks, made from materials like 18k and 14k gold, silver, and platinum. There’s also a stunning selection of stones, including diamonds, amethysts, rubies, emeralds, pearls, and sapphires, among others. Noteworthy brands like Tiffany, Hermès, and Christian Dior will have some vintage and antique pieces included.
Key facts
- Auction date: May 16, 2026, at 10:30 am PDT
- 135 lots from the estate of Joan A. Nitis of San Francisco
- Includes women's gem-set jewelry, men's items, and accessories
- Metals: 18k/14k gold, silver, platinum
- Stones: diamond, amethyst, ruby, emerald, pearl, jade, coral, tourmaline, blue topaz, sapphire
- Other materials: mother-of-pearl, bone, hardstone, rock crystal
- Some pieces antique or vintage
- Brands: Tiffany, Hermès, Gumps, Alexis Bittar, Christian Dior, Trifari
Entities
Artists
- Joan A. Nitis
Institutions
- Turner Auctions + Appraisals
- Tiffany
- Hermès
- Gumps
- Alexis Bittar
- Christian Dior
- Trifari
Locations
- San Francisco
- United States