jewellery historian, issue #09

#09

Jewellery Historian

news

portraits

12 Christie's amazing jewels to shine in New York

26 Basel World strengthens its leadership position

30 Entice At Basel World 2015

Sotheby's Magnificent jewels in New York

50 Maria Kondakova Designer's passion jewellery

Todd Pownell Respect for the innate properties

106 JazyChic In touch with the stars

Garrard 280 years of rich heritage

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musts Editor's Letter Passion for creativity08 Issue Globe The designers at a glance

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inspiration 142 Tourmaline The breathtaking beauty of gemsOur Faves we introduce you to our Secret Garden150

April 2015

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Maria Kondakova The passionate artist74

Esthte the editor's favorite for this month166

cover story

news

portraits

12 Christie's amazing jewels to shine in New York

26 Basel World strengthens its leadership position

30 Entice At Basel World 2015

Sotheby's Magnificent jewels in New York

50 Maria Kondakova Designer's passion jewellery

Todd Pownell Respect for the innate properties

106 JazyChic In touch with the stars

Garrard 280 years of rich heritage

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86

122

musts Editor's Letter Passion for creativity08 Issue Globe The designers at a glance

07

inspiration 142 Tourmaline The breathtaking beauty of gemsOur Faves we introduce you to our Secret Garden150

April 2015

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Maria Kondakova The passionate artist74

Esthte the editor's favorite for this month166

cover story

Founder & Editor-in-ChiefLucas Samaltanos-Ferrier

edi tor 's l e t t er

This period is one of the most creative periods of the year. We are delighted to discover the amazing new creations oftalentedartistsandweareproud to showcase themtoyou. It isalsoaperiodofuniqueauctions thatallow tobuyers tobidonhistorical jewellery, created by the most talented artists for the most prestigious Maisons. Creation is a process that never stops. An artist will source inspiration in everything surrounding him or her. The creation ofbeautiful or significant never ends. In the perspective of the history of art, artistic works have existed for almost as long ashuman kind. Jewellery is definitely a form of artistic creation. All art consists of a concept embedded in a medium. In every issue, we work to showcase the most talented jewellerydesigners, the ones that are unique artists. Their work is a artistic creation of emotions and full of emotions. The concept is what the artist wants to show to the audience. Working with themost talented goldsmiths they succeed bycombining imagination to skills and to precious metals and breathtaking gemstones, to offer to us jewellery lovers, thecreations thatmakeusdream.Theircreationsaretheonesthatwillcaptureouruniquemomentsandmakethemapartofourpersonal history. Then, the sentimental value of each piece, makes it precious. Oncemore, Iwould like towekcomeyou toour new issue,an issue full of uniquecreations. Iwould like towelcomeyou toour"fairytale", full of gorgeous jewellery, unique gemstones and the most important full of creativity and passion.

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Jewellery HistorianISSUE 09, YEAR 01

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Lucas Samaltanos-Fer r ierFounder & Editor-in-chief

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CONTRIBUTORS

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Chr i s t ina Rodopoulou

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Founder & Editor-in-ChiefLucas Samaltanos-Ferrier

edi tor 's l e t t er

This period is one of the most creative periods of the year. We are delighted to discover the amazing new creations oftalentedartistsandweareproud to showcase themtoyou. It isalsoaperiodofuniqueauctions thatallow tobuyers tobidonhistorical jewellery, created by the most talented artists for the most prestigious Maisons. Creation is a process that never stops. An artist will source inspiration in everything surrounding him or her. The creation ofbeautiful or significant never ends. In the perspective of the history of art, artistic works have existed for almost as long ashuman kind. Jewellery is definitely a form of artistic creation. All art consists of a concept embedded in a medium. In every issue, we work to showcase the most talented jewellerydesigners, the ones that are unique artists. Their work is a artistic creation of emotions and full of emotions. The concept is what the artist wants to show to the audience. Working with themost talented goldsmiths they succeed bycombining imagination to skills and to precious metals and breathtaking gemstones, to offer to us jewellery lovers, thecreations thatmakeusdream.Theircreationsaretheonesthatwillcaptureouruniquemomentsandmakethemapartofourpersonal history. Then, the sentimental value of each piece, makes it precious. Oncemore, Iwould like towekcomeyou toour new issue,an issue full of uniquecreations. Iwould like towelcomeyou toour"fairytale", full of gorgeous jewellery, unique gemstones and the most important full of creativity and passion.

C r e a t i o n

Jewellery HistorianISSUE 09, YEAR 01

APRIL 2015

Lucas Samaltanos-Fer r ierFounder & Editor-in-chief

***

CONTRIBUTORS

Eva Kountourak iMar t in Huynh

Chr i s t ina Rodopoulou

***LAY-OUT & DES IGNJewel le ry H i s to r ian

***

www.jewel leryh is tor ian.com

info@jewel leryh is tor ian.com

***

For a f ree subscr ipt ion v i s i twww. jewel leryh is tor ian.com

***PUBLISHED & DISTRIBUTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH

H O M O E V O L U T I O NChomatianou 26, 10439 Athens, Greece

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JEWELLERY HISTORIAN 2015

All material published in this e-magazine and at www.jewelleryhistorian.com is published with permission of the brands and designers. Unless otherwise authorized inwriting by the Jewellery Historian, it is strictly prohibited to reproduce, in whole or in part, and by any way, the content of this e-magazine. While precautions have beentake to ensure the accuracy of the contents of our magazine and digital brands, neither the editors, publishers or its agents can accept responsibility for damages orinjury which may arise there from. The information on this e-magazine is for information purposes only. Jewellery Historian assumes no liability or responsibility for anyinaccurate, delayed or incomplete information. The information contained has been provided by individual brands, event organizers, brands or organizations withoutverification by us. The opinions expressed in articles are the author's own and do not reflect the view of the Jewellery Historian, the editor-in-chief and team of themagazine, or of any part related to the magazine. Partial or entire reproduction of the material of this site is strictly prohibited.The content, entire edition, graphics, design, and other matters related to this issue areprotected under applicable copyrights and other proprietary laws, including but not limited to intellectual property laws. The copying, reproduction, use, modificationor publication by you of any such matters or any part of the material is strictly prohibited, without our express prior written permission.All trade names, trademarks ordistinctive signs of any kind contained in the Web pages of the company are the property of their owners and are protected by law. The same is valid also for all Links(links) .The presence of links (links) in the Jewellery Historian Web pages is for informational purposes only. Our articles may contain photos/texts/graphics/designs that belong to third parties. They are published for information purposes only and with permission of the brands. The Jewellery Historian is publishing articles about jewellery, auctions, jewellery designers, gemology, gemstones, etc. All trademarks mentioned in the JewelleryHistorians website and/or e-magazine belong to their owners, third party brands, product names, trade names, corporate names and company names mentionedmay be trademarks of their respective owners or registered trademarks of other companies and are used for purposes of explanation & information and to the owner'sbenefit, without implying a violation of copyright law. Photos used in articles belong to their owners, third party brands, product names, trade names, corporate names and company namesmentionedmay be trademarksof their respective owners or registered trademarks of other companies and are used for purposes of explanation and to the owner's benefit, without implying aviolation of copyright law.

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Maria KONDAKOVA Born in Moscow,Maria spent her childhood there, growing upin a family which enjoyed travelling and exploring newplaces. This instilled curiosity and passion for expressing herselfthroughart. Afters studyies in London, atCentral SaintMartins,in Art andDesign andwith a BA in Jewellery Design combinedto a diploma in gemology at GIA , she started working withprivate clients as well as to develop other collectionsincluding the YouVdiamonds collection unveiled atBaselworld 2015.

Jasmin DJAHABCHAHI Jasmin Djahanchahi has always been driven by a passion tocreate beauty influenced by her love for the ancientZoroastrian values and her appreciation of modern westernart. Designing is her world, her essential way of expression. Being of German and Persian heritage and having lived inmany different locations worldwide gives her a trulymultifaceted flair, reflected in all of her work. Her creationsembody simplicity and a fine sense of harmony and balance,her very personal translation of unconventional wisdom intoobjects of desire. Timeless objects that reveal unlimitedimagination and a fresh vision of glamour intended to gracethe modern woman.

Todd POWNELL TAP Jewelry designs evolve from emotion to(aesthetic) experience and back. Romanticismunderlies the forms of expression within the jewelry.The interaction of dark and light metals mixed withfine gold and diamonds combine to evoke a strongsense ofmystery and sublime nature. The dia-mondsare bead set upside-down onto the surface inpave or scattered across the piece. This reversesetting effectively captures and reflects light in asuccession of broad flashes from oblique anglescreating the feeling of twilight. The emotiveexperience is primary with passions held over orderand the senses are moved into the pleasures of theimagination.

Eva KOUNTOURAKI Eva Kountouraki was born and raised in a family of goldsmiths andjewelers. Evas brilliant path in the field of gemology was crownedby her collaboration with the Italian branch of GIA, the worldfamous Gemological Institute of America. Eva received special training from professional and experiencedgemologist of GIA Italy, New York and California US, and for morethan a decade she teaches gemology and jewelry design in GIA,transferring her experience, knowledge and passion for diamonds,gems and jewelry to her students -famous professionals fromaround world. At the Jewellery Historian we are proud to have in our team EvaKountouraki and her monthly column in every issue. Every month,discover a newgemstone and the "Unique breathtaking beauty ofgems". In this issue discover and learn about tourmailines.

GARRARD In 1981 Charles, the Prince ofWales, chose aGarrard sapphireand diamond cluster engagement ring. The vibrant andstriking ringworn by Diana, Princess ofWales was bequeathedto Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and presented toCatherine, Duchess of Cambridge upon their engagement in2011. Garrard has formed a reputation for distinguishedcraftsmanship, utmost attention to detail and everlastingprestige, for over 280 years.

In every issue we introduce to you, jewellery designers, brands andartists whose work is exceptional and of the highest quality in all

aspects. Meet the artists & columnists featured in this issue.

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Maria KONDAKOVA Born in Moscow,Maria spent her childhood there, growing upin a family which enjoyed travelling and exploring newplaces. This instilled curiosity and passion for expressing herselfthroughart. Afters studyies in London, atCentral SaintMartins,in Art andDesign andwith a BA in Jewellery Design combinedto a diploma in gemology at GIA , she started working withprivate clients as well as to develop other collectionsincluding the YouVdiamonds collection unveiled atBaselworld 2015.

Jasmin DJAHABCHAHI Jasmin Djahanchahi has always been driven by a passion tocreate beauty influenced by her love for the ancientZoroastrian values and her appreciation of modern westernart. Designing is her world, her essential way of expression. Being of German and Persian heritage and having lived inmany different locations worldwide gives her a trulymultifaceted flair, reflected in all of her work. Her creationsembody simplicity and a fine sense of harmony and balance,her very personal translation of unconventional wisdom intoobjects of desire. Timeless objects that reveal unlimitedimagination and a fresh vision of glamour intended to gracethe modern woman.

Todd POWNELL TAP Jewelry designs evolve from emotion to(aesthetic) experience and back. Romanticismunderlies the forms of expression within the jewelry.The interaction of dark and light metals mixed withfine gold and diamonds combine to evoke a strongsense ofmystery and sublime nature. The dia-mondsare bead set upside-down onto the surface inpave or scattered across the piece. This reversesetting effectively captures and reflects light in asuccession of broad flashes from oblique anglescreating the feeling of twilight. The emotiveexperience is primary with passions held over orderand the senses are moved into the pleasures of theimagination.

Eva KOUNTOURAKI Eva Kountouraki was born and raised in a family of goldsmiths andjewelers. Evas brilliant path in the field of gemology was crownedby her collaboration with the Italian branch of GIA, the worldfamous Gemological Institute of America. Eva received special training from professional and experiencedgemologist of GIA Italy, New York and California US, and for morethan a decade she teaches gemology and jewelry design in GIA,transferring her experience, knowledge and passion for diamonds,gems and jewelry to her students -famous professionals fromaround world. At the Jewellery Historian we are proud to have in our team EvaKountouraki and her monthly column in every issue. Every month,discover a newgemstone and the "Unique breathtaking beauty ofgems". In this issue discover and learn about tourmailines.

GARRARD In 1981 Charles, the Prince ofWales, chose aGarrard sapphireand diamond cluster engagement ring. The vibrant andstriking ringworn by Diana, Princess ofWales was bequeathedto Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and presented toCatherine, Duchess of Cambridge upon their engagement in2011. Garrard has formed a reputation for distinguishedcraftsmanship, utmost attention to detail and everlastingprestige, for over 280 years.

In every issue we introduce to you, jewellery designers, brands andartists whose work is exceptional and of the highest quality in all

aspects. Meet the artists & columnists featured in this issue.

newsBoutique openings, coffee table books, auctions, exhibitions & events.

Everything new jewellery lovers must know, is here.

newsBoutique openings, coffee table books, auctions, exhibitions & events.

Everything new jewellery lovers must know, is here.

Auction

On April 14 Christies will offer more than 300 jewels for saleincluding a four strand natural colored saltwater pearlnecklace, a fancy intense purplish pink diamond ring of 5.29carats, and a cushion cut diamond ring of 80.73 carats as a few ofthe highlights. With jewelry from major houses such as Bulgari,Cartier, Graff, Harry Winston, JAR, Tiffany, and Van Cleef &Arpels collectors have the opportunity to acquire exquisitesigned jewels priced from $1,000 to $2,700,000.

Magnificent jewels to shine at CHRISTIE'S New York on April 14

Photo courtesy of CHRISTIE'S

A colored diamond and diamond necklace, by GraffEstimate: $500,000 700,000 A pear-shaped D-color potentially internally flawlessdiamond pendant of 25.49 carats Estimate: $2,500,000 3,500,000

Auction

On April 14 Christies will offer more than 300 jewels for saleincluding a four strand natural colored saltwater pearlnecklace, a fancy intense purplish pink diamond ring of 5.29carats, and a cushion cut diamond ring of 80.73 carats as a few ofthe highlights. With jewelry from major houses such as Bulgari,Cartier, Graff, Harry Winston, JAR, Tiffany, and Van Cleef &Arpels collectors have the opportunity to acquire exquisitesigned jewels priced from $1,000 to $2,700,000.

A colored diamond and diamond necklace, by GraffEstimate: $500,000 700,000 A pear-shaped D-color potentially internally flawlessdiamond pendant of 25.49 carats Estimate: $2,500,000 3,500,000

On April 14, Christies will present its spring sale ofMagnificent Jewels in New York. Featuringmore than300 jewels, the sale is ledbyanoutstanding four-strandnatural colored saltwater pearl necklace. Blackpearlscount amongst the most rare of natural gems. Muchscarcer than their white counterparts, they representbeauty of the highest order. Very few black and graypearl necklaces havebeenoffered for sale in the pastfifty years, the most famous in comparison being TheNina Dyer Black Pearl Necklace, first sold at ChristiesGeneva inMay 1969andmore recently, TheCowdrayPearlssoldatChristiesLondoninJune2012.Theauctionis expected to achieve in excess of US$40 million. RahulKadakia, InternationalHeadofChristiesJewelry,commented: After a record-breaking year in 2014 inwhich Christies Jewelry department realized anunprecedented$754.7million in sales,weareproud tobegin the jewelry auction seasonwith this exceptionalsaleofMagnificent Jewels inNewYork. TheauctiononApril 14 is comprised of superior quality diamonds, rarecolored gemstones, and natural pearls that presentcollectors remarkableopportunities toacquireone-of-a-kind rare jewels. THE FINEST NATURAL PEARLS Prized since ancient times, strands of natural pearlsmatching in color, luster, and shape are exceedinglyrare. The early Spanish merchants in the pearl tradefound it much easier to sell fine white pearls in Europeand it was not until the second half of the nineteencentury that black pearls began to grow in popularity.This was largely due to Empress Eugnie, wife ofNapoleon III (married1853),whodevelopedataste forthese exotic gems. Thepresent lot comprises over twohundred and eighty-nine colored pearls with highlyattractiveros,greenorpurpleovertonesandvery fineorient. Additional highlights include a pair of Art Decopearl and diamond bracelets each comprising fivestrandsofnaturalpearls,measuringapproximately5.00to6.60mmindiameterandcarryingapre-saleestimate

of $120,000 150,000; and a collection of fine whitenatural pearls priced from $40,000 to $400,000. EXCEPTIONAL SIGNED JEWELS Great design is the core of what makes classic jewelryhold its valueover the long term,andChristies is proudtopresent thebest andmost iconicexamples from themajor jewelry houses this April. Among the scores ofjewels is a leading selection from master jeweler,Laurence Graff. Having established his first retail shopunder his name in 1962, the company draws upongenerationsof training tocreate theextraordinary finesettings and intricate designs synonymous with theGraff brand. Further highlights include offerings fromBulgari, Cartier, Harry Winston, JAR, and Van Cleef &Arpels. www.christies.com

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A four-strand natural colored pearl necklace measuring from12.65 to 4.90 mm ; Estimate: $3,800,000 4,500,000

A fancy intense purplish pink diamond of 5.29 caratsEstimate: $3,500,000 5,000,000

On April 14, Christies will present its spring sale ofMagnificent Jewels in New York. Featuringmore than300 jewels, the sale is ledbyanoutstanding four-strandnatural colored saltwater pearl necklace. Blackpearlscount amongst the most rare of natural gems. Muchscarcer than their white counterparts, they representbeauty of the highest order. Very few black and graypearl necklaces havebeenoffered for sale in the pastfifty years, the most famous in comparison being TheNina Dyer Black Pearl Necklace, first sold at ChristiesGeneva inMay 1969andmore recently, TheCowdrayPearlssoldatChristiesLondoninJune2012.Theauctionis expected to achieve in excess of US$40 million. RahulKadakia, InternationalHeadofChristiesJewelry,commented: After a record-breaking year in 2014 inwhich Christies Jewelry department realized anunprecedented$754.7million in sales,weareproud tobegin the jewelry auction seasonwith this exceptionalsaleofMagnificent Jewels inNewYork. TheauctiononApril 14 is comprised of superior quality diamonds, rarecolored gemstones, and natural pearls that presentcollectors remarkableopportunities toacquireone-of-a-kind rare jewels. THE FINEST NATURAL PEARLS Prized since ancient times, strands of natural pearlsmatching in color, luster, and shape are exceedinglyrare. The early Spanish merchants in the pearl tradefound it much easier to sell fine white pearls in Europeand it was not until the second half of the nineteencentury that black pearls began to grow in popularity.This was largely due to Empress Eugnie, wife ofNapoleon III (married1853),whodevelopedataste forthese exotic gems. Thepresent lot comprises over twohundred and eighty-nine colored pearls with highlyattractiveros,greenorpurpleovertonesandvery fineorient. Additional highlights include a pair of Art Decopearl and diamond bracelets each comprising fivestrandsofnaturalpearls,measuringapproximately5.00to6.60mmindiameterandcarryingapre-saleestimate

of $120,000 150,000; and a collection of fine whitenatural pearls priced from $40,000 to $400,000. EXCEPTIONAL SIGNED JEWELS Great design is the core of what makes classic jewelryhold its valueover the long term,andChristies is proudtopresent thebest andmost iconicexamples from themajor jewelry houses this April. Among the scores ofjewels is a leading selection from master jeweler,Laurence Graff. Having established his first retail shopunder his name in 1962, the company draws upongenerationsof training tocreate theextraordinary finesettings and intricate designs synonymous with theGraff brand. Further highlights include offerings fromBulgari, Cartier, Harry Winston, JAR, and Van Cleef &Arpels. www.christies.com

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A four-strand natural colored pearl necklace measuring from12.65 to 4.90 mm ; Estimate: $3,800,000 4,500,000

A fancy intense purplish pink diamond of 5.29 caratsEstimate: $3,500,000 5,000,000

Magnificent jewels to shine at CHRISTIE'S New York

A magnificent & rare natural colored pearl and diamondnecklace measuring from 12.65 to 4.90 mm ; Estimate:$3,800,000 4,500,000

A pair of D-color diamond ear pendants of 10.06 and 10.02, by Harry Winston. Estimate: 1,500,000 2,000,000

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A magnificent & rare natural colored pearl and diamondnecklace measuring from 12.65 to 4.90 mm ; Estimate:$3,800,000 4,500,000

A pair of D-color diamond ear pendants of 10.06 and 10.02, by Harry Winston. Estimate: 1,500,000 2,000,000

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A pair of Art Deco natural pearl and diamond bracelets Estimate: $120,000 150,000

A superb emerald, ruby, and diamond necklace, by Bulgari Estimate: $300,000 400,000

A sapphire and diamond necklace, by GraffEstimate: $250,000 350,000

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A pair of Art Deco natural pearl and diamond bracelets Estimate: $120,000 150,000

A superb emerald, ruby, and diamond necklace, by Bulgari Estimate: $300,000 400,000

A sapphire and diamond necklace, by GraffEstimate: $250,000 350,000

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An octagonal-cut Kashmir sapphire of 11.88 caratsEstimate: $1,200,000 1,800,000

A pair of emerald, diamond, and colored diamond earclips, byJAR; Estimate: $250,000 350,000

A cushion-cut D-color potentially Internally Flawlessdiamond of 11.03 carats, by Graff Estimate: $750,000 1,000,000

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A pair of emerald, diamond, and colored diamond earclips, byJAR; Estimate: $250,000 350,000

A cushion-cut D-color potentially Internally Flawlessdiamond of 11.03 carats, by Graff Estimate: $750,000 1,000,000

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Born in Texas in 1900, Paul Flato was the original jeweler to

the stars. He founded his company in New York City in the

1920s and opened a Los Angeles store in 1937. His design-

oriented style, which was figurative and often humorous,

reached its peak in the 1930s.

Millicent Rogers, the Standard Oil heiress, was one of his

most photographed clients. Routinely on the

International Best Dressed list as a woman of high fashion

and distinctive taste, she had many ideas for jewelry

designs that Flato turned into innovative creations, such

as the puffy heart. The present lot (illustrated right;

estimate: $350,000 500,000), a ruby, sapphire, and

colored diamond enamel brooch was designed and

worn by Millicent Rogers and is pierced with an arrow

draped with a blue ribbon with the words, Verbum

Carro (A word to my dear). It is evocative of the South

American Milagros icon related charms that were worn

THE WHIMSIES OF PAUL FLATO

The Millicent Rogers heart by Paul FlatoEstimate: $350,000 500,000

Born in Texas in 1900, Paul Flato was the original jeweler to

the stars. He founded his company in New York City in the

1920s and opened a Los Angeles store in 1937. His design-

oriented style, which was figurative and often humorous,

reached its peak in the 1930s.

Millicent Rogers, the Standard Oil heiress, was one of his

most photographed clients. Routinely on the

International Best Dressed list as a woman of high fashion

and distinctive taste, she had many ideas for jewelry

designs that Flato turned into innovative creations, such

as the puffy heart. The present lot (illustrated right;

estimate: $350,000 500,000), a ruby, sapphire, and

colored diamond enamel brooch was designed and

worn by Millicent Rogers and is pierced with an arrow

draped with a blue ribbon with the words, Verbum

Carro (A word to my dear). It is evocative of the South

American Milagros icon related charms that were worn

THE WHIMSIES OF PAUL FLATO

The Millicent Rogers heart by Paul FlatoEstimate: $350,000 500,000

A pair of cushion-cut diamond ear pendants of 10.28 and10.42 carats ; Estimate: $600,000 800,000

A sapphire and diamond necklace, by Van Cleef &Arpels; Estimate: $300,000 500,000

A cushion-shaped diamond of 80.73 caratsEstimate: $4,000,000 5,000,000

A pair of cushion-cut diamond ear pendants of 10.28 and10.42 carats ; Estimate: $600,000 800,000

A sapphire and diamond necklace, by Van Cleef &Arpels; Estimate: $300,000 500,000

A cushion-shaped diamond of 80.73 caratsEstimate: $4,000,000 5,000,000

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Baselworld 2015

Baselworld 2015, THE global trendsettingevent for the watch and jewellery industry,concluded the 2015 edition on a positivenote after eight intensive and memorabledays. The biggest and most prestigiousbrands in the world, the finest retailers andthe global press once again united under oneroof and capitalised on the myriad ofbusiness and networking opportunities thatare exclusive to Baselworld. A recordnumber of press attendees underlined therelentless growth of interest in the show. Universally acknowledged as the oneunmissable trendsetting event for an entireindustry, Baselworld is the only show thatunites key players from all sectors fromaround theworld: watchmaking, jewellery,diamonds,gemstonesandpearls,aswellasmachines and suppliers. The undisputedpremier event once again saw 1,500brands unveil and showcase theirinnovations and creations. With marginallyfewer buyers present (-3% vs 2014),Baselworld 2015 had around 150,000attendees (including representatives fromexhibiting companies, buyers, journalistsand other visitors) from over 100 countries.They felt the pulse of the industry,discovered the novelties, and purchasedthe latest collections which will set thetrends for the coming year. More than 4,300 (+ 7.5% vs 2014)representatives of the press from over 70countries attended the show. Thesenumbers signify a new all-time recordfurther underscoring the international

interest in the show. In keeping withBaselworld's wide reach and universalattractiveness, a livestream of the openingpress conference was broadcast andfollowed by some 3,000 journalists from allover the world. A RESILIENT, RESPONSIVE AND CREATIVEINDUSTRY The show has been a positive one for thewatch and jewellery brands. Withresilience, responsiveness and creativity,the industry continues to lead the wayforward such that the attractiveness andinterest that this sector creates continuegrowing. Nowhere else are moreinnovations, creations and new collectionsrevealed than at Baselworld - all theelements that make this show THEtrendsetting event worldwide. Reflecting on this year's edition ofBaselworld, Franois Thibaud, President ofthe Swiss Exhibitors' Committee, said hewas reminded of the show's rich history andthe evolution from its simple roots to thesuperlative event it is today. "Baselworld isuniversally acknowledged as the premierevent for the global watch and jewelleryindustry. What makes it exceptional is thatBaselworld is theonly show that fully reflectsthe excellence of the industry by unitingeveryone from the smallest to the largestbrands representing every sector; and itoffers each of these a prestigious platformto present themselves in the best light." >

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Baselworld 2015

Baselworld 2015, THE global trendsettingevent for the watch and jewellery industry,concluded the 2015 edition on a positivenote after eight intensive and memorabledays. The biggest and most prestigiousbrands in the world, the finest retailers andthe global press once again united under oneroof and capitalised on the myriad ofbusiness and networking opportunities thatare exclusive to Baselworld. A recordnumber of press attendees underlined therelentless growth of interest in the show. Universally acknowledged as the oneunmissable trendsetting event for an entireindustry, Baselworld is the only show thatunites key players from all sectors fromaround theworld: watchmaking, jewellery,diamonds,gemstonesandpearls,aswellasmachines and suppliers. The undisputedpremier event once again saw 1,500brands unveil and showcase theirinnovations and creations. With marginallyfewer buyers present (-3% vs 2014),Baselworld 2015 had around 150,000attendees (including representatives fromexhibiting companies, buyers, journalistsand other visitors) from over 100 countries.They felt the pulse of the industry,discovered the novelties, and purchasedthe latest collections which will set thetrends for the coming year. More than 4,300 (+ 7.5% vs 2014)representatives of the press from over 70countries attended the show. Thesenumbers signify a new all-time recordfurther underscoring the international

interest in the show. In keeping withBaselworld's wide reach and universalattractiveness, a livestream of the openingpress conference was broadcast andfollowed by some 3,000 journalists from allover the world. A RESILIENT, RESPONSIVE AND CREATIVEINDUSTRY The show has been a positive one for thewatch and jewellery brands. Withresilience, responsiveness and creativity,the industry continues to lead the wayforward such that the attractiveness andinterest that this sector creates continuegrowing. Nowhere else are moreinnovations, creations and new collectionsrevealed than at Baselworld - all theelements that make this show THEtrendsetting event worldwide. Reflecting on this year's edition ofBaselworld, Franois Thibaud, President ofthe Swiss Exhibitors' Committee, said hewas reminded of the show's rich history andthe evolution from its simple roots to thesuperlative event it is today. "Baselworld isuniversally acknowledged as the premierevent for the global watch and jewelleryindustry. What makes it exceptional is thatBaselworld is theonly show that fully reflectsthe excellence of the industry by unitingeveryone from the smallest to the largestbrands representing every sector; and itoffers each of these a prestigious platformto present themselves in the best light." >

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> Summarising his impression of thisyear's show, Mr Thibaud said that thefeedback he had received frombrands over the course of the eightdays, leaves him "convinced that thisyear will be a positive one for theindustry because everyone hascontinued to innovate, not just withcreating products, but also withintensifying communication with themedia and buyers". Commenting on the value of the show,Karl-Friedrich Scheufele, Co-Presidentof Chopard, is of the opinion that"Baselworld continues to be the majormilestone in the year, allowing us tomeetandworkwithall ourmajor clientsaround the globe. Our press meetingsare equally important and increasingevery year". This opinion was also shared by ThierryStern, President of Patek Philippe, forwhom Baselworld continues to be themost important annual event where"weget tomeetall ourpartnersand theentire global network in aconcentrated time".Mr Stern found thisyear's show to be "an excellent editionthat was really successful in terms ofnumbers and the interest in ourproducts from retailers and the press". Enthusiastic about Baselworld and thesuccess of the LVMH Group at thisyear's show, President of the group'swatch division, Jean-Claude Biver,said that for their brands, TAG Heuer,Hublot and Zenith, "the results areexcellent and we are above all ourexpectations". SHINING SUCCESS FOR DIAMONDS,GEMSTONES & PEARLS TRADE Baselworld goes beyond the world ofwatches and jewellery as it is also theleading global event for diamonds,gemstones and pearl merchants. Thebest players and dealers from aroundthe world participate in Baselworldbecause of the immense audience itattracts among which are the biggestcustomers from all markets. First time Baselworld exhibitor,Shanghai Kimberlite DiamondCo., Ltd,very enthusiastically praised the valueof their participation. "This is the firsttime we've exhibited at Baselworldand we can honestly say this is the oneand only show that offers us so many

unique opportunities. In the course ofthe eight days we were able tomaximise the effect of ourparticipation as we met with the mostimportantbuyers fromallover theworldand talked to the most significantjournalists. All in all, this has been atremendously successful show for bothour brand and our business," saidKimberlite Chairman Dong Liusheng. PRESSATTENDANCEATBASELWORLD2015 SETS NEW RECORD More than 4,300 (+ 7.5 % vs 2014) of theworld's financial press, major dailies,lifestylepublications,all the tradepress,the biggest TV channels and keyplayers in the field of social media fromover 70countries attended the show tobe among the first to discover thoseinnovations and creations unveiled atBaselworld. With everyone frommagazine editors seeking to discovercutting-edge trends and innovativedesigns to bloggers who deliver up-to-date editorials to consumers in everycorner of the planet, the internationalpressonceagainplayedamajor role increating an unrivalled global impactand underlining the show's premierposition for the watch and jewelleryindustry. BASELWORLD - NEVER CEASING TOINNOVATE TO MEET EVOLVINGREQUIREMENTS Summing up the successful conclusionof the 2015 edition of this superlativeshow, Sylvie Ritter, Managing Directorof Baselworld, said that "Baselworld isthe heart of a whole industry whichspreads throughout the entire worldfrom here. This statement is becomingincreasingly true with every year thatpasses, as Baselworld strengthens itsposition as the leader year after year".Further reflecting on what makes thisshow the one unmissable event for theentire industry, Ms Ritter very clearlystates: "This envied and enviableposition has to be defended untiringly;that's why Baselworld moves forwardevery year, improving convenienceand impact, and never ceases toinnovate to meet the constantlyevolving requirements." THE NEXT BASELWORLD WILL BE HELD17 - 24 MARCH 2016

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> Summarising his impression of thisyear's show, Mr Thibaud said that thefeedback he had received frombrands over the course of the eightdays, leaves him "convinced that thisyear will be a positive one for theindustry because everyone hascontinued to innovate, not just withcreating products, but also withintensifying communication with themedia and buyers". Commenting on the value of the show,Karl-Friedrich Scheufele, Co-Presidentof Chopard, is of the opinion that"Baselworld continues to be the majormilestone in the year, allowing us tomeetandworkwithall ourmajor clientsaround the globe. Our press meetingsare equally important and increasingevery year". This opinion was also shared by ThierryStern, President of Patek Philippe, forwhom Baselworld continues to be themost important annual event where"weget tomeetall ourpartnersand theentire global network in aconcentrated time".Mr Stern found thisyear's show to be "an excellent editionthat was really successful in terms ofnumbers and the interest in ourproducts from retailers and the press". Enthusiastic about Baselworld and thesuccess of the LVMH Group at thisyear's show, President of the group'swatch division, Jean-Claude Biver,said that for their brands, TAG Heuer,Hublot and Zenith, "the results areexcellent and we are above all ourexpectations". SHINING SUCCESS FOR DIAMONDS,GEMSTONES & PEARLS TRADE Baselworld goes beyond the world ofwatches and jewellery as it is also theleading global event for diamonds,gemstones and pearl merchants. Thebest players and dealers from aroundthe world participate in Baselworldbecause of the immense audience itattracts among which are the biggestcustomers from all markets. First time Baselworld exhibitor,Shanghai Kimberlite DiamondCo., Ltd,very enthusiastically praised the valueof their participation. "This is the firsttime we've exhibited at Baselworldand we can honestly say this is the oneand only show that offers us so many

unique opportunities. In the course ofthe eight days we were able tomaximise the effect of ourparticipation as we met with the mostimportantbuyers fromallover theworldand talked to the most significantjournalists. All in all, this has been atremendously successful show for bothour brand and our business," saidKimberlite Chairman Dong Liusheng. PRESSATTENDANCEATBASELWORLD2015 SETS NEW RECORD More than 4,300 (+ 7.5 % vs 2014) of theworld's financial press, major dailies,lifestylepublications,all the tradepress,the biggest TV channels and keyplayers in the field of social media fromover 70countries attended the show tobe among the first to discover thoseinnovations and creations unveiled atBaselworld. With everyone frommagazine editors seeking to discovercutting-edge trends and innovativedesigns to bloggers who deliver up-to-date editorials to consumers in everycorner of the planet, the internationalpressonceagainplayedamajor role increating an unrivalled global impactand underlining the show's premierposition for the watch and jewelleryindustry. BASELWORLD - NEVER CEASING TOINNOVATE TO MEET EVOLVINGREQUIREMENTS Summing up the successful conclusionof the 2015 edition of this superlativeshow, Sylvie Ritter, Managing Directorof Baselworld, said that "Baselworld isthe heart of a whole industry whichspreads throughout the entire worldfrom here. This statement is becomingincreasingly true with every year thatpasses, as Baselworld strengthens itsposition as the leader year after year".Further reflecting on what makes thisshow the one unmissable event for theentire industry, Ms Ritter very clearlystates: "This envied and enviableposition has to be defended untiringly;that's why Baselworld moves forwardevery year, improving convenienceand impact, and never ceases toinnovate to meet the constantlyevolving requirements." THE NEXT BASELWORLD WILL BE HELD17 - 24 MARCH 2016

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For the 10th year in a row, Entice, the fine jewellery brand bythecenturyoldKGKgroup, fromHongKong,participatedatBaselworld 2015. ENTICE showcased its mesmerizing range of trendsettingDiamond jewellery from its latest collections. Breathtakingnecklaces exuding grandeur, flexiblewhite and yellowgoldbracelets studded with white and yellow diamonds inbeautiful geometrical patterns, long diamond earrings withintricate detailing, spectacular emerald ring, exquisitecombinations of different unique shapes of diamonds likepear, round, rose cut, baguette etc. set in white and yellowgold complimenting the unique designs. The Jewellery displayed is now available at Entice HongKong exclusively and would come to India later this year.Each piece at Entice has been handcrafted to precision byanexpert teamof internationaldesignersatEnticesstate-of-the-art -manufacturing unit in Hong Kong. Each bauble isunique in its own and exudes opulence, making it a prizedpossession for the possessor. The uniqueness of EnticeJewellery lies in its unprecedented grace and trendsettingflair, which is synonymous with brands commitment tocreate the best! Present at the Baselworld 2015, Mr. Sanjay Kothari, ViceChairman - KGK Group of Companies said, Its an honor forthe brand to be associated with Baselworld, the biggestjewellery fair in the world. For many years we have beenshowcasing our finest of the work at this platform andmaintain the legacy, this year as well, we have showcasedthemostpremiumandbestofdesigns fromEnticespandoraof excellence. Taking the rich Indian jewellery heritage and enhancing itwith acontemporary twist, Entice Jewellery offers a classicalyet contemporary style; boasting an elegant rich look.

'Entice'was launchedbyKGKgroupat the turnofmillenniumin 2004 in Hong Kong. Following a huge success withboutiques inHongKong&Chinaandwithan impression thatIndia is now modern by design, KGK launched its firstboutique of Entice in Jaipur in 2009. Entice today has 17standalone boutiques in countries including Hong Kong,China and India (Jaipur, Mumbai, New Delhi & Bengaluru). Entice designs meet the mounting demand for aninternationally aesthetic look, lending a unique artisticblend to their pieces. Associated by the strength of KGK,Entice aims to create an unparalleled position of credibleleadership by providing unmatched customer delight andexceedingcustomerexpectationsateveryopportunitywithits precious gems and jewellery.

The KGK group, established in 1905 by Kothari family ofJaipur, is a global corporation with fully integratedoperations in the Gems & Jewellery industry, with presenceacross 15countries.Apioneer in theworldofprecious stones,KGK Group has been sourcing, manufacturing anddistributing diamonds, colored stones and jewellery fordecades.KGKssourcingof its roughdiamondsfromDeBeersas a sightholder, from Rio Tinto, Alrosa and other organizedmarkets, provides it an easy access to diamonds at mostreasonable prices.

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ENTICE

For the 10th year in a row, Entice, the fine jewellery brand bythecenturyoldKGKgroup, fromHongKong,participatedatBaselworld 2015. ENTICE showcased its mesmerizing range of trendsettingDiamond jewellery from its latest collections. Breathtakingnecklaces exuding grandeur, flexiblewhite and yellowgoldbracelets studded with white and yellow diamonds inbeautiful geometrical patterns, long diamond earrings withintricate detailing, spectacular emerald ring, exquisitecombinations of different unique shapes of diamonds likepear, round, rose cut, baguette etc. set in white and yellowgold complimenting the unique designs. The Jewellery displayed is now available at Entice HongKong exclusively and would come to India later this year.Each piece at Entice has been handcrafted to precision byanexpert teamof internationaldesignersatEnticesstate-of-the-art -manufacturing unit in Hong Kong. Each bauble isunique in its own and exudes opulence, making it a prizedpossession for the possessor. The uniqueness of EnticeJewellery lies in its unprecedented grace and trendsettingflair, which is synonymous with brands commitment tocreate the best! Present at the Baselworld 2015, Mr. Sanjay Kothari, ViceChairman - KGK Group of Companies said, Its an honor forthe brand to be associated with Baselworld, the biggestjewellery fair in the world. For many years we have beenshowcasing our finest of the work at this platform andmaintain the legacy, this year as well, we have showcasedthemostpremiumandbestofdesigns fromEnticespandoraof excellence. Taking the rich Indian jewellery heritage and enhancing itwith acontemporary twist, Entice Jewellery offers a classicalyet contemporary style; boasting an elegant rich look.

'Entice'was launchedbyKGKgroupat the turnofmillenniumin 2004 in Hong Kong. Following a huge success withboutiques inHongKong&Chinaandwithan impression thatIndia is now modern by design, KGK launched its firstboutique of Entice in Jaipur in 2009. Entice today has 17standalone boutiques in countries including Hong Kong,China and India (Jaipur, Mumbai, New Delhi & Bengaluru). Entice designs meet the mounting demand for aninternationally aesthetic look, lending a unique artisticblend to their pieces. Associated by the strength of KGK,Entice aims to create an unparalleled position of credibleleadership by providing unmatched customer delight andexceedingcustomerexpectationsateveryopportunitywithits precious gems and jewellery.

The KGK group, established in 1905 by Kothari family ofJaipur, is a global corporation with fully integratedoperations in the Gems & Jewellery industry, with presenceacross 15countries.Apioneer in theworldofprecious stones,KGK Group has been sourcing, manufacturing anddistributing diamonds, colored stones and jewellery fordecades.KGKssourcingof its roughdiamondsfromDeBeersas a sightholder, from Rio Tinto, Alrosa and other organizedmarkets, provides it an easy access to diamonds at mostreasonable prices.

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Sothebys21April auction ofMagnificent Jewels inNewYorkwill offer more than 350 pieces that together are estimated toachieve in excess of $50 million. The sale is led by a diamond unlike any offered before: anextraordinary 100-carat perfect diamond in a classicEmerald-cut that is estimated to sell for $1925 million. Among the exceptional pieces on this sale, the "Baron deRothschild necklace", theMonarchBlueDiamond and uniquejewellery by world famous maisons.

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Sothebys21April auction ofMagnificent Jewels inNewYorkwill offer more than 350 pieces that together are estimated toachieve in excess of $50 million. The sale is led by a diamond unlike any offered before: anextraordinary 100-carat perfect diamond in a classicEmerald-cut that is estimated to sell for $1925 million. Among the exceptional pieces on this sale, the "Baron deRothschild necklace", theMonarchBlueDiamond and uniquejewellery by world famous maisons.

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Sothebys 21 April auction of Magnificent Jewels inNewYorkwill offermore than 350 pieces that togetherare estimated to achieve in excess of $50 million*.Highlights will be on public view in Hong Kong, LondonandDohathismonth**,beforereturningtoNewYorkforexhibition beginning 17 April. The sale is ledbyadiamondunlikeanyofferedbefore:anextraordinary100-caratperfectdiamondinaclassicEmerald-cutthatisestimatedtosell for$1925million.Atthis impressive scale, diamonds of this exceptionalquality D color and Internally Flawless clarity areincredibly rare, and are considered perfect. What distinguishes the present example within thisrarefied league is its beautiful shape: it is the largestperfectdiamondwithaclassic Emerald-cutever tobeoffered at auction. The remarkable 100.20-carat, D color, InternallyFlawless, Type IIa stone will highlight SothebysMagnificent Jewels auction in New York on 21 April2015, when it is estimated to sell for US$19-25 million. This modern shape gives the stone an unforgettablepresence,whether it iswornasa jeweloradmiredon itsown. The original rough weighing over 200 carats wasminedbyDeBeers insouthernAfrica.Thecurrentownerspentoveroneyear studying,cuttingandpolishingtherough diamond to deliver the spectacular stone. GarySchuler,HeadofSothebysJewelryDepartmentinNew York, commented: This 100.20 carat diamond isthe definition of perfection. The color is whiter thanwhite, it is free of any internal imperfections, and sotransparent that I can only compare it to a pool of icywater. It is the first true emerald-cut diamond over 100caratstobeofferedatauctionthemostclassicofcuts,quietly elegant and very contemporary.

Lisa Hubbard, Chairman of North & South America forSothebys International Jewelry Division, said: Therarestobjectofnaturalbeautyonthemarketrightnow,this 100-carat diamond could be considered theultimate acquisition. Simply put, it has everything youcould ever want from a diamond: the classic shapebegstobeworn,whilethequalityputs it inanassetclassof itsown.Thestonegivesyousomanyoptionsadmireit un-mounted, wear it as a simple but stunningpendant, or mount in a designed jewel. Since 1990, when Sothebys sold the first 100-caratperfect diamond at auction, until the most recentexamplein2013,thepricepercaratforthesestoneshasincreased from $125,000 to $260,000. The presentstones low estimate of $19 million represents avaluation of $190,000 per carat. Other highlights of this exceptional auction are amagnificentplatinum&18Karatgold, ringwithafancypurplish pink diamond, weighing 6.24 carats set in aunique mounting with two-cushion cut Kashmirsapphires of 2.44 and 2.36 carats. (Estimate$2,500,000-3,500,000). At the same sale will be sold also "The Monarch BlueDiamond". This important ring inplatinumcenteringanoval-shaped mixed cut fancy blue diamond of 6.06carats, inVVS2clarityandcomplementedwithsixpink-hued round dimoands has an estimate of$3,500,000-4,500,000. TheBarondeRothschildNecklace,anelegantandrareplatinum, emerald, sapphire, lapis lazuli and diamondnecklace, was designed by Charles Jacqueau forCartier, Paris, circa 1924 and has an estimate$1,800,000-2,200,000.

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Sothebys 21 April auction of Magnificent Jewels inNewYorkwill offermore than 350 pieces that togetherare estimated to achieve in excess of $50 million*.Highlights will be on public view in Hong Kong, LondonandDohathismonth**,beforereturningtoNewYorkforexhibition beginning 17 April. The sale is ledbyadiamondunlikeanyofferedbefore:anextraordinary100-caratperfectdiamondinaclassicEmerald-cutthatisestimatedtosell for$1925million.Atthis impressive scale, diamonds of this exceptionalquality D color and Internally Flawless clarity areincredibly rare, and are considered perfect. What distinguishes the present example within thisrarefied league is its beautiful shape: it is the largestperfectdiamondwithaclassic Emerald-cutever tobeoffered at auction. The remarkable 100.20-carat, D color, InternallyFlawless, Type IIa stone will highlight SothebysMagnificent Jewels auction in New York on 21 April2015, when it is estimated to sell for US$19-25 million. This modern shape gives the stone an unforgettablepresence,whether it iswornasa jeweloradmiredon itsown. The original rough weighing over 200 carats wasminedbyDeBeers insouthernAfrica.Thecurrentownerspentoveroneyear studying,cuttingandpolishingtherough diamond to deliver the spectacular stone. GarySchuler,HeadofSothebysJewelryDepartmentinNew York, commented: This 100.20 carat diamond isthe definition of perfection. The color is whiter thanwhite, it is free of any internal imperfections, and sotransparent that I can only compare it to a pool of icywater. It is the first true emerald-cut diamond over 100caratstobeofferedatauctionthemostclassicofcuts,quietly elegant and very contemporary.

Lisa Hubbard, Chairman of North & South America forSothebys International Jewelry Division, said: Therarestobjectofnaturalbeautyonthemarketrightnow,this 100-carat diamond could be considered theultimate acquisition. Simply put, it has everything youcould ever want from a diamond: the classic shapebegstobeworn,whilethequalityputs it inanassetclassof itsown.Thestonegivesyousomanyoptionsadmireit un-mounted, wear it as a simple but stunningpendant, or mount in a designed jewel. Since 1990, when Sothebys sold the first 100-caratperfect diamond at auction, until the most recentexamplein2013,thepricepercaratforthesestoneshasincreased from $125,000 to $260,000. The presentstones low estimate of $19 million represents avaluation of $190,000 per carat. Other highlights of this exceptional auction are amagnificentplatinum&18Karatgold, ringwithafancypurplish pink diamond, weighing 6.24 carats set in aunique mounting with two-cushion cut Kashmirsapphires of 2.44 and 2.36 carats. (Estimate$2,500,000-3,500,000). At the same sale will be sold also "The Monarch BlueDiamond". This important ring inplatinumcenteringanoval-shaped mixed cut fancy blue diamond of 6.06carats, inVVS2clarityandcomplementedwithsixpink-hued round dimoands has an estimate of$3,500,000-4,500,000. TheBarondeRothschildNecklace,anelegantandrareplatinum, emerald, sapphire, lapis lazuli and diamondnecklace, was designed by Charles Jacqueau forCartier, Paris, circa 1924 and has an estimate$1,800,000-2,200,000.

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A Magnificent Platinum, 18 Karat Gold,Fancy Purplish Pink Diamond and Sapphire Ring Abeautiful color combinationofanunmodifiedpear-shapedFancy Purplish Pink diamondweighing 6.24 carats, set inauniquemountingwithtwocushion-cutKashmirsapphiresof 2.44 and 2.36 carats. Estimate $2,500,000-3,500,000

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A Magnificent Platinum, 18 Karat Gold,Fancy Purplish Pink Diamond and Sapphire Ring Abeautiful color combinationofanunmodifiedpear-shapedFancy Purplish Pink diamondweighing 6.24 carats, set inauniquemountingwithtwocushion-cutKashmirsapphiresof 2.44 and 2.36 carats. Estimate $2,500,000-3,500,000

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The Baron de Rothschild necklace

This Mughal Empire-style necklacewas exhibited recently at the DenverArt Museum exhibition Brilliant:Cartier in the 20th Century.Created by Cartiers chief designerCharles Jacqueau, the blue andgreen necklace highlighted by threecolored stones carved with Mughalfloral motifs was acquired byBaron Eugene de Rothschild in1924 for his new American wifeCatherine. In 1927, Vogue wroteabout the Baroness and her Cartiernecklace in an article about thebeautiful new jewels on the smartestwomen in Paris, stating that hertaste in fashion and jewels wasfaultless.

Aprofileina1932editionof Voguestatedthat, TheBaronnedeRothschildisoneofthesmallgroupofwomenintheworldwhoare internationally known for their great chic. Her taste inclothes, in jewels, and inhouses is faultless, and she is a personof outstanding distinction among the women of the presentgeneration.Whenone observes themagnificent sapphire andemerald pendant necklace, purchased fromCartier in 1924 bytheBaronEugnedeRothschild forhisnewbride, it is evidentthatiswasonceinthecollectionofaworldrenownedtastemaker.Marking an important moment in the history of Art Decojewelry design, this Cartier piece becomes all the more iconicwhen you look at the woman behind the jewel. BornCatherineWolffinPhiladelphia, PrettyKittyasshewasknown was always destined to live a lavish internationallifestyle. After studying music in Munich, she lived in NewYork with first husband Dandridge Sportswood, oftentraveling and socializing in Paris and London. In 1911Catherine married Count Erwin Schoenborn of Austria; theymet in Paris and resided in Vienna. Upon the end of hermarriage to Schoenborn in 1924, Catherinemarried theBaronEugne de Rothschild, of the famed international bankingfamily. The present Cartier design dates to the sameyear, andwas possibly a gift to celebrate the marriage. It comes asno surprise, given the cities and the social circles inwhichtheBaronessresided,thatshewasoftencelebratedasoneof the best dressed women of the time. In 1937 a group of eliteFrenchdesignersincludingCocoChanel,ElsaSchiaparelliandJeanne Lanvin (amongst others) named the Baroness deRothschild the5thbestdressedwomanintheworld.Thatyearthe listwas topped byMrs.HarrisonWilliams (later knownasthe Countess Mona von Bismarck). In 1938, Rothschild wasnamed the 4th best dressed woman in the world, only to besurpassedbytheDuchessofKent, theDuchessofWindsorandMadame Antenor Patio (who topped the list). Around thissame time, after abdicating the throne in 1936, the Duke ofWindsor stayed with the de Rothschilds at their castle inEnzesfeld, Austria. While the Duke waited to marry WallisSimpson,newspapersacrosstheglobewentwildaccountingforeach step he tookwithin theRothschild estate. TheBaron andBaroness de Rothschild were one of the few guests invited toattend the 1937wedding of theDuke andDuchess ofWindsor,

whomade several trips back to Enzesfeld after their nuptials.By 1940 the Baron and Baroness hadmoved to NewYork; theBaronmadehisjourneyinAugustandtheBaronessfollowedinOctober after a brief stay inLisbon.According to anOctober 6,1940 article in the Chicago Tribune, She carried with her acollection of jewels, declaring their listed value at more than$100,000. Likely hand carried by the Baroness de Rothschild on herjourney from Lisbon to New York, the sapphire and emeraldnecklace byCartier has a design as striking andmodernas thedayitwaspurchasedin1924.CreatedbyCartierschiefdesignerCharlesJacqueau,afrontrunneroftheboldArtDecoaesthetic,this jewel perfectly blends Eastern and Western motifs bymodernizing the blue and green peacock patterns often seenMughal jewels and artwork. Suspending three importantMughal stones carvedwith floralmotifs, the larger emerald isframed within a geometric lapis lazuli and diamond border.Composed of graduated Kashmir sapphire beads spaced bylapis lazuli and diamond rondelles, the length of the necklacewouldhaveperfectly suited the columnardresses of the 1920s,yetmaintains the same contemporary elegancewhenworn inthe present day.

In the style of Mughal Empire art, the necklace combiningelements of Indian and Persian decorative traditions, thependant suspending a hexagon-shaped emerald, an oval-shaped sapphire andapear-shaped emerald, all carvedwithMughal floralmotifs, completed by a necklace composed of 41sapphire beads, spaced by 80 lapis lazuli beads anddiamond-set rondelles, further applied with diamond andlapis lazuli accents, length 29 inches, adjustable, signedCartier, Paris, numbered 0310, with French assay andpartial workshop marks; circa 1924. Designed by CharlesJacqueau for Cartier, Paris, circa 1924 Estimate $1,800,000-2,200,000 Text from the sale catalogue and reproduced with permission of Sotheby's

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The Baron de Rothschild necklace

This Mughal Empire-style necklacewas exhibited recently at the DenverArt Museum exhibition Brilliant:Cartier in the 20th Century.Created by Cartiers chief designerCharles Jacqueau, the blue andgreen necklace highlighted by threecolored stones carved with Mughalfloral motifs was acquired byBaron Eugene de Rothschild in1924 for his new American wifeCatherine. In 1927, Vogue wroteabout the Baroness and her Cartiernecklace in an article about thebeautiful new jewels on the smartestwomen in Paris, stating that hertaste in fashion and jewels wasfaultless.

Aprofileina1932editionof Voguestatedthat, TheBaronnedeRothschildisoneofthesmallgroupofwomenintheworldwhoare internationally known for their great chic. Her taste inclothes, in jewels, and inhouses is faultless, and she is a personof outstanding distinction among the women of the presentgeneration.Whenone observes themagnificent sapphire andemerald pendant necklace, purchased fromCartier in 1924 bytheBaronEugnedeRothschild forhisnewbride, it is evidentthatiswasonceinthecollectionofaworldrenownedtastemaker.Marking an important moment in the history of Art Decojewelry design, this Cartier piece becomes all the more iconicwhen you look at the woman behind the jewel. BornCatherineWolffinPhiladelphia, PrettyKittyasshewasknown was always destined to live a lavish internationallifestyle. After studying music in Munich, she lived in NewYork with first husband Dandridge Sportswood, oftentraveling and socializing in Paris and London. In 1911Catherine married Count Erwin Schoenborn of Austria; theymet in Paris and resided in Vienna. Upon the end of hermarriage to Schoenborn in 1924, Catherinemarried theBaronEugne de Rothschild, of the famed international bankingfamily. The present Cartier design dates to the sameyear, andwas possibly a gift to celebrate the marriage. It comes asno surprise, given the cities and the social circles inwhichtheBaronessresided,thatshewasoftencelebratedasoneof the best dressed women of the time. In 1937 a group of eliteFrenchdesignersincludingCocoChanel,ElsaSchiaparelliandJeanne Lanvin (amongst others) named the Baroness deRothschild the5thbestdressedwomanintheworld.Thatyearthe listwas topped byMrs.HarrisonWilliams (later knownasthe Countess Mona von Bismarck). In 1938, Rothschild wasnamed the 4th best dressed woman in the world, only to besurpassedbytheDuchessofKent, theDuchessofWindsorandMadame Antenor Patio (who topped the list). Around thissame time, after abdicating the throne in 1936, the Duke ofWindsor stayed with the de Rothschilds at their castle inEnzesfeld, Austria. While the Duke waited to marry WallisSimpson,newspapersacrosstheglobewentwildaccountingforeach step he tookwithin theRothschild estate. TheBaron andBaroness de Rothschild were one of the few guests invited toattend the 1937wedding of theDuke andDuchess ofWindsor,

whomade several trips back to Enzesfeld after their nuptials.By 1940 the Baron and Baroness hadmoved to NewYork; theBaronmadehisjourneyinAugustandtheBaronessfollowedinOctober after a brief stay inLisbon.According to anOctober 6,1940 article in the Chicago Tribune, She carried with her acollection of jewels, declaring their listed value at more than$100,000. Likely hand carried by the Baroness de Rothschild on herjourney from Lisbon to New York, the sapphire and emeraldnecklace byCartier has a design as striking andmodernas thedayitwaspurchasedin1924.CreatedbyCartierschiefdesignerCharlesJacqueau,afrontrunneroftheboldArtDecoaesthetic,this jewel perfectly blends Eastern and Western motifs bymodernizing the blue and green peacock patterns often seenMughal jewels and artwork. Suspending three importantMughal stones carvedwith floralmotifs, the larger emerald isframed within a geometric lapis lazuli and diamond border.Composed of graduated Kashmir sapphire beads spaced bylapis lazuli and diamond rondelles, the length of the necklacewouldhaveperfectly suited the columnardresses of the 1920s,yetmaintains the same contemporary elegancewhenworn inthe present day.

In the style of Mughal Empire art, the necklace combiningelements of Indian and Persian decorative traditions, thependant suspending a hexagon-shaped emerald, an oval-shaped sapphire andapear-shaped emerald, all carvedwithMughal floralmotifs, completed by a necklace composed of 41sapphire beads, spaced by 80 lapis lazuli beads anddiamond-set rondelles, further applied with diamond andlapis lazuli accents, length 29 inches, adjustable, signedCartier, Paris, numbered 0310, with French assay andpartial workshop marks; circa 1924. Designed by CharlesJacqueau for Cartier, Paris, circa 1924 Estimate $1,800,000-2,200,000 Text from the sale catalogue and reproduced with permission of Sotheby's

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A Highly Important Platinum and Diamond Pendant-Necklace

Suspending a pear-shaped diamond of 52.26 carats, D color,SI1 clarity, with excellent polish and symmetry

Estimate $3,800,000-4,200,000

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A Highly Important Platinum and Diamond Pendant-Necklace

Suspending a pear-shaped diamond of 52.26 carats, D color,SI1 clarity, with excellent polish and symmetry

Estimate $3,800,000-4,200,000

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A unique brooch, by Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co., France FormerlyintheCollectionofMrs.PaulMellon,thestylizedflowercenteringanoctagonal-shapedmixed-cutsapphireweighingapproximately17.00carats,theframessetwithnumerousrounddiamondsweighingapproximately8.00carats, signed Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger, Made in France, with Frenchexport marks; circa 1960. AsstatedinthecatalogueoftheexceptionalsaleatSothebys "Mrs.MellonandSchlumbergerhadalong-standingfriendshiprootedintheirmutualpassionfor horticulture; Schlumbergers designs often are inspired by flora andfauna,andlikeMrs.Mellonsgardeningstyletheyshareameticulousattentiontodetail.UsinganexceptionalKashmirsapphire,thepresentpieceresemblesthe vibrant flowers that decorate the grounds of Oak Spring Farms, thesprawling estate shared by Mr. and Mrs. Mellon in Upperville, Virginia. Mrs.MellonbequeathedherSchlumberger jewels to theVirginiaMuseumofFine Art in Richmond, Virginia; among one of the rarest pieces in themuseumscollectionisaflowerpotfrom1960,featuringabejeweledsunflowerbursting froma terracotta pot fromMrs.Mellons greenhouse.Although theflower currently centers an amethyst, it was reportedly first centered by animpressive sapphire. It remains unknown if the present brooch was theoriginal center to the flowerpotwork;however, thereare strikingsimilaritiesbetween the quality of the current sapphire and accounts of the originalSchlumbergerpiece.AquotefromSchlumbergerinthebooktitledTheJewelsof Jean Schlumberger (page 46), notes, Sometimes that led me to findsolutions thatwere funrather thanpractical. Oneday, adealerbroughtmeasingularlybeautifulKashmirsapphire,knownasTheDancingGirlofIndia.I was astonished by it, and proposed it to someone who greatly loved specialthings.Hiswife,Iknew,didntliketowearlargestones,butshelovedgardens,andthatshowthatsapphire-turned-flowerendedupgrowinginarealterra-cotta flowerpot selected from her greenhouse! " Estimate $750,000-1,000,000 Text from the auction catalogue and used with permission of SOTHEBY'S

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A unique brooch, by Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co., France FormerlyintheCollectionofMrs.PaulMellon,thestylizedflowercenteringanoctagonal-shapedmixed-cutsapphireweighingapproximately17.00carats,theframessetwithnumerousrounddiamondsweighingapproximately8.00carats, signed Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger, Made in France, with Frenchexport marks; circa 1960. AsstatedinthecatalogueoftheexceptionalsaleatSothebys "Mrs.MellonandSchlumbergerhadalong-standingfriendshiprootedintheirmutualpassionfor horticulture; Schlumbergers designs often are inspired by flora andfauna,andlikeMrs.Mellonsgardeningstyletheyshareameticulousattentiontodetail.UsinganexceptionalKashmirsapphire,thepresentpieceresemblesthe vibrant flowers that decorate the grounds of Oak Spring Farms, thesprawling estate shared by Mr. and Mrs. Mellon in Upperville, Virginia. Mrs.MellonbequeathedherSchlumberger jewels to theVirginiaMuseumofFine Art in Richmond, Virginia; among one of the rarest pieces in themuseumscollectionisaflowerpotfrom1960,featuringabejeweledsunflowerbursting froma terracotta pot fromMrs.Mellons greenhouse.Although theflower currently centers an amethyst, it was reportedly first centered by animpressive sapphire. It remains unknown if the present brooch was theoriginal center to the flowerpotwork;however, thereare strikingsimilaritiesbetween the quality of the current sapphire and accounts of the originalSchlumbergerpiece.AquotefromSchlumbergerinthebooktitledTheJewelsof Jean Schlumberger (page 46), notes, Sometimes that led me to findsolutions thatwere funrather thanpractical. Oneday, adealerbroughtmeasingularlybeautifulKashmirsapphire,knownasTheDancingGirlofIndia.I was astonished by it, and proposed it to someone who greatly loved specialthings.Hiswife,Iknew,didntliketowearlargestones,butshelovedgardens,andthatshowthatsapphire-turned-flowerendedupgrowinginarealterra-cotta flowerpot selected from her greenhouse! " Estimate $750,000-1,000,000 Text from the auction catalogue and used with permission of SOTHEBY'S

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Magnificent jewels

'Tutti Frutti' Bracelet, Cartier, New York The epitome of Eastern influences onArtDeco designs, tutti frutti pieces byCartier are jeweled masterpieces. The artful arrangement of carved coloredstonesanddiamonds,togetherwiththepreciseapplicationofblackenamelallserve to tell a jeweled story that only Cartier could author. After first beingexhibited at the 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Dcoratifs etIndustrielsModernesinParis, thetuttifruttistylerapidlygainedpopularityamongstthemostfashionablewomenanddiscerningjewelrycollectorsofthetime such as Mrs. Cole Porter and Daisy Fellowes. Perhaps what is most mesmerizing about these iconic jewels is that eachcreation is completely unique. As with colored stones and diamonds, tuttifruttijewelsmayshareresemblanceshowevernotwoareeverthesame.Whatmakes this a quintessential tutti frutti piece is the large presence of carvedemeraldsandrubies, connectedthroughoutbyadiamond-setvine,aswellasthe chevronmotif on the clasp, seen on similar examples of the style.Whatmakes this an exceptional tutti frutti piece, however, is the delicate framingappliedaroundeachjeweledflowerandleaf,theblackenamelprovidingaddedcontrast to each stonewhile also creating aharmonious balance throughout.ThesupremelyArtDeco-styleclasp,withitssleekgeometry,servesasstylizedvasesfromwhichthetutti fruttivinemaygrowandflourishfromendtoendof the bracelet. As iconic as the floral festoons which adorn its original fitted case, this tuttifrutti bracelet beautifully showcases the ultimate craftsmanship forwhichCartier is known. Tutti frutti designs have long been enchanting jewelryconnoisseurs; the present examplewith its vibrant hues andhighly flexibleform is both a wonder to see and a wonder to wear. Estimate $1,300,000-1,800,000 The above text is from the official auction catalogue and used with permission of SOTHEBY'S

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'Tutti Frutti' Bracelet, Cartier, New York The epitome of Eastern influences onArtDeco designs, tutti frutti pieces byCartier are jeweled masterpieces. The artful arrangement of carved coloredstonesanddiamonds,togetherwiththepreciseapplicationofblackenamelallserve to tell a jeweled story that only Cartier could author. After first beingexhibited at the 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Dcoratifs etIndustrielsModernesinParis, thetuttifruttistylerapidlygainedpopularityamongstthemostfashionablewomenanddiscerningjewelrycollectorsofthetime such as Mrs. Cole Porter and Daisy Fellowes. Perhaps what is most mesmerizing about these iconic jewels is that eachcreation is completely unique. As with colored stones and diamonds, tuttifruttijewelsmayshareresemblanceshowevernotwoareeverthesame.Whatmakes this a quintessential tutti frutti piece is the large presence of carvedemeraldsandrubies, connectedthroughoutbyadiamond-setvine,aswellasthe chevronmotif on the clasp, seen on similar examples of the style.Whatmakes this an exceptional tutti frutti piece, however, is the delicate framingappliedaroundeachjeweledflowerandleaf,theblackenamelprovidingaddedcontrast to each stonewhile also creating aharmonious balance throughout.ThesupremelyArtDeco-styleclasp,withitssleekgeometry,servesasstylizedvasesfromwhichthetutti fruttivinemaygrowandflourishfromendtoendof the bracelet. As iconic as the floral festoons which adorn its original fitted case, this tuttifrutti bracelet beautifully showcases the ultimate craftsmanship forwhichCartier is known. Tutti frutti designs have long been enchanting jewelryconnoisseurs; the present examplewith its vibrant hues andhighly flexibleform is both a wonder to see and a wonder to wear. Estimate $1,300,000-1,800,000 The above text is from the official auction catalogue and used with permission of SOTHEBY'S

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The Monarch Blue Diamond An Important Platinum, Rose Gold, Fancy Blue Diamond andColored Diamond Ring Centering an oval-shaped mixed cut FancyBlue diamond of 6.06 carats, VVS2 clarity and complemented withsix pink-hued round diamonds. Estimate $3,500,000-4,500,000

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The Monarch Blue Diamond An Important Platinum, Rose Gold, Fancy Blue Diamond andColored Diamond Ring Centering an oval-shaped mixed cut FancyBlue diamond of 6.06 carats, VVS2 clarity and complemented withsix pink-hued round diamonds. Estimate $3,500,000-4,500,000

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Maria Kondakova Fine Jewellery was

founded in 2007 and caters to the most

discerning clientele, who value individuality

in every aspect of their image. The Swiss-

based high-end jewellery house is a family

business with Russian and Greek heritage. A

strong work ethic is reflected in the

company culture, where every member of

the team is committed to providing the

highest levels of service and creating a full

brand experience.

The company mission is to provide timeless

designs, unaffected by changing trends, for

elite clientele wishing to highlight their

individuality. Maria Kondakova Fine

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a fine jewellery house offering bespoke and

limited edition pieces of innovative design

with classic elements, which will rival mass-

produced luxury jewellery brands. It is

important to highlight and accentuate the

beauty and character of the wearer,

ensuring the creations are pleasing to the

eye and have emotional appeal, which can

subsequently create an emotional

connection.

High quality and craftsmanship translate the

poetry of the designers vision into

innovative pieces, which can be cherished

for many years to come. Deep meaning

embedded in every piece communicates

the stories and elements of inspiration

reflective of the designers experiences.

Delicate and thoughtful designs with

multicultural influences showcase a

definitive design signature. Intricate pieces

reflect the delicate nature of the

relationship of the wearer and jewellery as

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Maria Kondakova Fine Jewellery was

founded in 2007 and caters to the most

discerning clientele, who value individuality

in every aspect of their image. The Swiss-

based high-end jewellery house is a family

business with Russian and Greek heritage. A

strong work ethic is reflected in the

company culture, where every member of

the team is committed to providing the

highest levels of service and creating a full

brand experience.

The company mission is to provide timeless

designs, unaffected by changing trends, for

elite clientele wishing to highlight their

individuality. Maria Kondakova Fine

Jewellery aims to fill the gap in themarket for

a fine jewellery house offering bespoke and

limited edition pieces of innovative design

with classic elements, which will rival mass-

produced luxury jewellery brands. It is

important to highlight and accentuate the

beauty and character of the wearer,

ensuring the creations are pleasing to the

eye and have emotional appeal, which can

subsequently create an emotional

connection.

High quality and craftsmanship translate the

poetry of the designers vision into

innovative pieces, which can be cherished

for many years to come. Deep meaning

embedded in every piece communicates

the stories and elements of inspiration

reflective of the designers experiences.

Delicate and thoughtful designs with

multicultural influences showcase a

definitive design signature. Intricate pieces

reflect the delicate nature of the

relationship of the wearer and jewellery as

D e s i g n e r s p a s s i o n f o r f i n e j e w e l l e r y

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> All creations are very special and come

made-to-order or in a limited edition. Many

have been specifically designed for the

brands very special clients. Every element of

every jewel is carefully sourced and selected

to fit the fairy tale that is Maria Kondakova

Fine Jewellery. The brand prides itself on

achieving the highest levels of quality and

innovation by working with the most

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latest technology, which makes the

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those seeking unique and personal

expression in every aspect of their lives.

This year at Baselworld 2015, Maria

Kondakova Fine Jewellery presented a

number of bespoke creations alongside the

new YouVdiamonds collection.

Bespoke pieces are the core of the brand, as

the creative director loves to work with

private clients and to create unique and

exciting pieces. In the world of mass-

produced luxury jewellery, customers

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Most of the brands clients look for rare and

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