Despite tariffs, geopolitical uncertainty and a softer art market, jewelry proved resilient, with white-glove sales, record prices and global demand across categories

Despite tariffs, geopolitical uncertainty and a softer art market, jewelry proved resilient, with white-glove sales, record prices and global demand across categories

by | Jan 22, 2026 | Christies, Designer Jewelry, Famous Auction Houses, High Jewelry, Recent News, Sotheby’s, Steven Zale

Bringing the Hammer Down on a Strong Auction Year . January 22, 2026 Anthony DeMarco           The global auction market for gems and jewels defied Trump-era tariffs, a cooling art market, and other economic headwinds to deliver robust results...
The historic fancy vivid blue diamond set to headline Christie’s Geneva sale next month could sell for up to $50 million.

The historic fancy vivid blue diamond set to headline Christie’s Geneva sale next month could sell for up to $50 million.

by | Apr 15, 2025 | Christies, Designer Jewelry, Diamonds, Famous Auction Houses, Rare Investment Diamonds, Recent News, Steven Zale

23-Carat ‘Golconda Blue’ Heads to Auction   Lauren McLemorelauren.mclemore@nationaljeweler.com At its upcoming Geneva jewelry auction, Christie’s will offer the 23.24-carat “Golconda Blue,” a rare blue diamond with more than 250 years of history and ties to...