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Breguet Reine de Naples: Two Jewels of Time — Crazy Flower and Perles Impériales
Breguet celebrates its 250th anniversary with two new Reine de Naples High Jewellery creations — the diamond-set Crazy Flower and the Akoya-pearl Perles Impériales — showcasing the maison’s signature blend of refined gem-setting and technical watchmaking mastery.
CHANEL – “From Dream to Reality”: A Winter Tale of Watches and Fine Jewellery
CHANEL reveals “From Dream to Reality,” a poetic winter campaign where wishes take form in the snow. Featuring Mona Tougaard and Rebecca Leigh, the Maison’s iconic J12, Première, Coco Crush and Camélia creations illuminate a dreamlike world of light, symbols and timeless elegance.
The Rockefeller Kashmir: Cartier’s Blue at Christie’s New York
Cartier’s Kashmir blue takes the lead in a Rockefeller group at Christie’s New York on 10 December 2025: a 17.66-carat unheated Kashmir sapphire ring, an Art Deco emerald bracelet, Raymond Yard parrots, and a 1950s Cartier watch—where provenance and design excellence meet in a resonant constellation.
Echoes of Empire: Historic Jewels at Sotheby’s Royal & Noble Sale
Three jewels of imperial provenance take centre stage at Sotheby’s Royal & Noble Jewels Sale in Geneva: Napoleon’s diamond brooch seized at Waterloo, Cunegonde of Saxony’s pearl Sévigné, and Princess Neslishah Sultan’s pink diamond ring — each a reflection of history’s splendour and legacy.
Louvre Heist: Empress Eugénie’s Reliquary Brooch Lost
In the wake of the Louvre heist, one jewel stands out among the treasures stolen — Empress Eugénie’s Reliquary Brooch. Crafted by Bapst in 1855 and set with Louis XIV’s legendary Mazarin diamonds, it carried within its 94 stones the luminous history of France’s monarchy. Its loss marks the disappearance of a national treasure once believed to be forever safe.
The Crown Recovered: Empress Eugénie’s Diadem
Recovered after the Louvre heist, Empress Eugénie’s 1855 crown — set with 1,354 diamonds and 56 emeralds — has escaped the robbery but bears visible damage. Now in secure hands, it awaits expert restoration before returning to the Galerie d’Apollon.
The Glowing Rose: A 10-Carat Fancy Vivid Pink Diamond Shines at Sotheby’s Geneva
A masterpiece of nature and craftsmanship, The Glowing Rose—a 10.08-carat Fancy Vivid Pink diamond of exceptional clarity and purity—will take centre stage at Sotheby’s Geneva on 12 November. Set in a bespoke Boodles mount, this extraordinary gem stands among the rarest ever to appear at auction, expected to achieve around $20 million.
CHANEL Première Galon: the Art of weaving Time
The Première Galon transforms Chanel’s signature braid into radiant gold, reimagining the art of wearing time. A seamless fusion of haute couture and horological grace.
The Airlie Tiara: A Royal Heirloom with a Century of Service
A tiara that has graced the heads of two Ladies of the Bedchamber across more than a century, the Airlie Tiara combines Victorian craftsmanship, natural pearls, and 30 carats of diamonds with a unique history of service at the British court. It now comes to auction at Lyon & Turnbull with an estimate of £50,000–£70,000.
Gilded Age Elegance: The Vanderbilt Jewels at Phillips Geneva
Step into the world of Gilded Age elegance as Phillips brings the Vanderbilt Family Jewels to Geneva this November. Featuring Tiffany & Co. and Cartier masterpieces once owned by Gladys Moore Vanderbilt, this historic collection celebrates the artistry and legacy of one of America’s most influential dynasties.
