Add a little Christmas sparkle with jewellery gifts from upcoming auction

11 November 2024 This is the time of year when plenty of stunning pieces of jewellery emerge at auctions around the country, perfectly timed ahead of the Christmas festivities.

This late 19th century opal and diamond ring comprises five graduated circular cabochon opals within a rose cut diamond surround. It is estimated at £700-900 at the Dreweatts sale. View the catalogue entry for this opal and diamond ring.

Among the upcoming sales is Dreweatts’ Fine Jewellery and Watches sale on November 20. It features 190 lots of jewellery in all, with plenty of striking and sumptuous items to choose from including rings, necklaces, earrings, brooches, bracelets and pearls.

Here’s a selection of five lots from the sale to give you a flavour of what’s on offer.

1. Art Deco brooch

This French late Art Deco diamond brooch has a rectangular pierced panel set throughout with old European, single and rose cut diamonds. It is estimated £2500-3500 at the Dreweatts auction. View the catalogue entry for this Art Deco brooch.

2. Fred Leighton necklace

This Fred Leighton diamond necklace features 18ct white gold openwork oval plaque with floral and foliate wirework motifs, and is set throughout with brilliant cut diamonds (approximately 8.00 carats in total. Signed Fred Leighton, it is estimated at £4000-6000 at Dreweatts. View the catalogue entry for this Fred Leighton necklace.

3. Pearl and diamond bracelet

This three row cultured pearl and diamond bracelet is estimated at £1000-1500 at the Dreweatts sale. View the catalogue entry for this pearl and diamond bracelet.

4. Lapis lazuli earrings

This pair of lapis lazuli earrings with Italian marks is estimated at £700-1000 at the Dreweatts auction. View the catalogue entry for these lapis lazuli earrings.