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Everard Auctions & Appraisals hosted a successful Couture and Jewelry Auction on February 27 in Savannah, Georgia, achieving a total of $473,975 with a 92% sell-through rate. The 447-lot sale featured a mix of high-end jewelry, luxury watches, designer fashion, and accessories, drawing both local and international buyers. The auction included items from the estate of Ann Lytle, a prominent Savannah socialite known for her eclectic style, as well as consignments from other estates.
Highlights of the Sale
Top Lot: Bulgari Yellow Diamond Ring
The standout piece of the auction was a GIA-certified 6.52-carat Bulgari yellow diamond ring, which sold for $96,875. The ring, consigned from a Hilton Head, S.C., estate, featured a cut-cornered rectangular-modified brilliant-cut yellow diamond flanked by two 1.03-carat round-cut white diamonds, set on an 18K gold band. The piece was marked “Bulgari, 750” and came with its GIA report, making it a highly sought-after item.
Luxury Watches
Watches were a strong category, with 11 pieces sold. The top-performing watch was an 18K gold Cartier Tank Francaise men’s chronograph watch, which fetched $12,500. The watch, recently serviced by Cartier in June 2024, featured a quartz movement, a white face with Roman numerals, and three subdials. It came with its original 18K gold case, booklet, and service papers, and was purchased by a local private buyer.
Other notable watch sales included:
- An 18K gold and diamond Cartier ladies’ wristwatch, sold to a US-based dealer for $10,000.
- An 18K gold Cartier Panthere watch, which achieved $9,375.
- An 18K gold Cartier Tankissime women’s watch, also sold for $9,375.
- An 18K gold Ebel women’s watch from 1911, featuring a black dial and diamond numerals, which went to a US dealer for $5,000.
Necklaces and Pearls
Necklaces also performed well, with an 18K white gold and diamond Riviera necklace from a Bluffton, S.C., estate surpassing its $6,000-$8,000 estimate to sell for $9,375. The 16-inch necklace featured 108 graduated round-cut diamonds totaling approximately 12.31 carats and was purchased by a private buyer from the Southeast.
A single-strand South Sea pearl necklace with an 18K white gold clasp set with 15 round-cut diamonds sold for $6,250. The 18-inch necklace, featuring cream-colored near-round pearls, was purchased by a local private buyer.
Bracelets and Bangles
The top-performing bracelet was an 18K yellow gold bangle adorned with 12 rubies, 12 emeralds, 12 sapphires, and diamonds. Consigned from a Hilton Head, S.C., estate, the bracelet sold for $5,625 to a US-based dealer.
Designer Fashion: Chanel
The auction featured over 70 lots of Chanel items, including clothing, shoes, bags, and jewelry, many from Ann Lytle’s estate. The top-performing Chanel piece was a cream-glazed calf leather Matelasse En Vogue rope bag, which sold for $3,375 to a local private buyer. The bag featured a rope handle, a shorter chain handle, and multiple pockets, despite some interior wear.
Chanel clothing also saw strong interest, with prices ranging from $219 for a pair of white wide-leg pants to $2,875 for a Greece blue and gold Owl Lesage Fantasy tweed jacket from the brand’s 2018 collection. The jacket, modeled by Amanda Everard, featured owl-shaped buttons with diamante eyes and was purchased by a West Coast private buyer. Another highlight was a 2018 Chanel Paris-Greece coat, which exceeded its $1,000-$1,500 estimate to sell for $2,750.
Event and Buyer Engagement
Everard Auctions & Appraisals hosted a ladies’ night event prior to the auction, allowing clients to try on items and enjoy a social evening. This approach helped drive local interest, with a high percentage of jewelry, clothing, handbags, and accessories sold to local buyers. Amanda Everard noted that modeling the clothing herself and with her sister helped bidders visualize the pieces, contributing to the strong results.
Conclusion
The Couture and Jewelry Auction was a resounding success, showcasing a diverse range of luxury items that attracted both local and international buyers. The sale highlighted the enduring appeal of high-end jewelry, watches, and designer fashion, with standout pieces like the Bulgari yellow diamond ring and Cartier watches leading the way. Everard Auctions & Appraisals’ next auction is scheduled for June, with further details to be announced. For more information, visit www.everard.com or call 912-231-1376.
