Phillipes Highlights GENEVA Jewels Auction :IV Celebrating Phillips 230 anniversary.

PHILLIPS UNVEILS HIGHLIGHTS FROM

THE GENEVA JEWELS AUCTION: VI

Celebrating Phillips’ 230th Anniversary, the Geneva Jewels Auction Introduces a

New Section, ‘Collections & Provenance’, Featuring Historic Jewels and Objects

from The Vanderbilt Family, the Kings of Bavaria and European Noble Houses

Alongside Signed Jewels from Renowned Maisons

Van Cleef & Arpels, Coral, chrysoprase and diamond necklace/bracelet combination, ‘Zip’

Estimate: USD 320,000–600,000 / CHF 260,000–480,000

GENEVA – 8 APRIL 2026 – Phillips is delighted to reveal highlights of The Geneva Jewels Auction: VI, taking place

on 11 May 2026. This season’s sale introduces a new section titled ‘Collections & Provenance’, placing a special

emphasis on period jewels, signed pieces and objects of distinguished provenance. This will include historic objects

and jewels from The Vanderbilt Family, the Kings of Bavaria, and further noble jewels from prominent European

families.

Leading the sale is a Burmese Sapphire Ring weighing 19.93 carats, alongside a selection of iconic designs from

the world’s most celebrated maisons, including a rare Van Cleef & Arpels ‘Zip’ necklace, and pieces by Cartier,

Boucheron, Bulgari, Graff and Sterlé. Highlights from the auction will tour internationally to Singapore, Taipei, NewYork and London, before concluding in Geneva, where the full exhibition will be on view at the Hôtel President from

6 to 11 May ahead of the sale.

Benoît Repellin, Phillips’ Worldwide Head of Jewellery, said, “We are immensely proud to present The Geneva

Jewels Auction: VI, where the spotlight falls on both rare jewels of historical provenance and exceptional signed

creations. Marking Phillips’ 230th anniversary, we are particularly pleased to introduce our new section, ‘Collections

& Provenance’, inspired by Phillips’ long-standing legacy. Following the success of The Vanderbilt Family Jewels,

which was 100% sold in November last year, we are delighted that members of the family have once again entrusted

us with pieces from their collections. This curated offering tells stories of heritage, craftsmanship and legacy, coming

to market at a time of strong global appetite for period and signature jewels.”

Exceptional Gemstones

The sale presents a refined selection of exceptional gemstones, distinguished by their

rarity, size and remarkable natural qualities. Leading this group is a superb Burmese

sapphire ring weighing 19.93 carats, unheated and of impressive scale, alongside a

pair of Ceylon sapphire earrings of similarly exceptional character, also free from heat

treatment. Further highlights include a magnificent ruby and diamond necklace and a

striking Colombian emerald ring of 14.69 carats.

Sapphire ring weighing 19.93 carats, Burma, no heat

Estimate: USD 395,000–600,000 / CHF 320,000–480,000

Pair of sapphire earrings weighing 12.31 and 12.69

carats, Ceylon, no heat

Estimate: USD 185,000–240,000 / CHF 175,000–

190,000

Ruby and diamond necklace

Estimate: USD 300,000–500,000 / CHF

240,000–400,000

Emerald ring weighing 14.69 carats,

Colombia, no indications of clarity

modification

Estimate: USD 280,000–350,000 / CHF

230,000–280,000

Also on offer is a pair of Burmese pink sapphire and diamond

ear clips by M. Gérard, notable for their vivid colour (estimate:

USD 110,000–150,000 / CHF 90,000–120,000), and a Paraiba

tourmaline and diamond ring/pendant combination weighing

14.15 carats (estimate: USD 70,000–100,000 / CHF 60,000–

80,000). Renowned for its electrifying neon hues and extreme

rarity, Paraiba tourmaline ranks among the most sought-after

gemstones by collectors today.

Iconic Jewels from Renowned Jewellery Maisons

The sale brings together a selection of signed jewels spanning the 20th century to the present day. Alongside the

iconic Van Cleef & Arpels ‘Zip’ necklace, the Maison is further represented by exceptional creations showcasing its

celebrated craftsmanship, including a vibrant ‘Les Jardins’ necklace set with sapphires, coloured sapphires, garnets

and diamonds, as well as refined ruby and diamond jewels employing the iconic Serti mystérieux technique.Van Cleef & Arpels

Coral, chrysoprase and diamond necklace/bracelet

combination, ‘Zip’

Estimate: USD 320,000–600,000 / CHF 260,000–

480,000

Van Cleef & Arpels

Sapphire, coloured sapphire, garnet and

diamond necklace, 'Les Jardins'

Estimate: USD 120,000–240,000 / CHF

95,000–190,000

Van Cleef & Arpels

Pair of ruby and diamond earrings

Estimate: USD 80,000–120,000 /

CHF70,000–95,000

Cartier contributes both elegance and versatility, from a pair of natural pearl and diamond earrings to a striking gold,

amethyst, turquoise and diamond demi-parure from the 1940s, while a rare ruby and diamond ring by Chaumet,

dated 1904, exemplifies early 20th-century Parisian refinement. Further highlights reflect the breadth of design

across leading maisons, from the bold colour combinations of a Bulgari coloured sapphire, rock crystal and diamond

demi-parure to the sculptural creativity of Sterlé, represented by a whimsical mother-of-pearl and diamond ‘Bird’

brooch and a gold and diamond ‘Leaf’ brooch created for Chaumet in the 1960s. Also included are creations by

Mauboussin and Boucheron.

Bulgari

Coloured sapphire, rock crystal and diamond demi-

parure

Estimate: USD 120,000–180,000 / CHF 95,000–

140,000

Monture Cartier

Pair of natural pearl and diamond earrings

Estimate: USD 110,000–150,000 / CHF

90,000–120,000

Sterlé for Chaumet

Gold and diamond brooch, ‘Leaf’, circa 1967

Estimate: USD 22,000–35,000 / CHF

18,000–28,000

Collections & Provenance

Objects from the Vanderbilt Family

Evoking the grandeur of the Gilded Age, Objects from the Vanderbilt Family

reflect a moment when the American elite looked to 18th-century European

nobility when it came to furnishing their homes. This transatlantic dialogue is

embodied in a group of silver-gilt objects, many of which were used at The

Breakers, the Vanderbilt family’s celebrated Newport residence.

Set of 12 silver-gilt dessert plates, Paul de Lamerie, 1746-1747

Estimate: USD 16,000–20,000 / CHF15,000–20,000The offering includes a refined group of 18th-century

objects: silver-gilt plates by Paul de Lamerie, London,

circa 1746–1747; a pair of silver-gilt flasks by Pierre

Harache, circa 1700; a pair of silver-gilt candelabra by

Edward Wakelin, London, 1751–1752; and an enamel

and gold French snuff box dated 1752. Together, these

objects exemplify the taste and collecting vision of the

Vanderbilts, who sought to recreate the ceremonial

splendour of European courts within their American

residences. Complementing this group is an elegant

Cartier vanity case from the 1920s, formerly belonging

to Gladys Vanderbilt, Countess Széchényi.

Pair of silver-gilt candelabras, Edward Wakelin, 1751-1752

Estimate: USD 40,000–45,000 / CHF 32,000–36,000

Gold and enamel box, 1752

Estimate: USD 24,000–28,000 / CHF

22,000–26,000

Pair of silver-gilt flasks, Pierre Harache,

circa 1700

Estimate: USD 17,000–24,000 / CHF

16,000–22,000

A Royal collection: Jewels and Objects from the Kings of Bavaria

A remarkable group of jewels and objets d’art from the Kings of

Bavaria offers a rare glimpse into the artistic patronage and refined

tastes of the 19th-century Bavarian court, closely intertwined with

figures such as King Ludwig I, King Ludwig II and the composer

Richard Wagner. The selection includes finely crafted gold, enamel

and diamond boxes, as well as jewels bearing royal monograms

and portraits. Among the highlights is an exceptional enamel,

diamond and gold pocket watch featuring a miniature portrait of

King Ludwig II, traditionally presented to Wagner on the occasion

of the premiere of The Ring of the Nibelung at Bayreuth in 1876.

Together, these pieces embody the cultural and personal

exchanges of a royal circle where art, music and craftsmanship

converged at the highest level. Cartier, Gold, enamel diamond and sapphire vanity

case, 1920s

Estimate: USD 8,000–12,000 / CHF 7,500–11,000

Enamel, diamond and gold pocket watch, 19th century

Estimate: USD 40,000–60,000 / CHF 32,000–48,000Gold and diamond snuff box, 19th century

Monogramed with two intertwined Cs set with

diamonds, under a royal crown

By tradition, this box was given in 1860 by King

Ludwig II of Bavaria to Richard Wagner

Estimate: USD 50,000–60,000 / CHF 40,000–45,000

Gold, gem-set and enamel purse, 19th

century. Bearing a miniature portrait of

King Ludwig I of Bavaria in military dress

wearing the Order of the Golden Fleece

Estimate: USD 30,000 – 40,000 / CHF

24,000 – 30,000

Gold and enamel box from Hanau, bearing

the monogram of King Ludwig I of Bavaria

(1830-1848)

Estimate: USD 20,000–25,000 / CHF 16,000–

20,000

A Royal Provenance

A jewel imbued with both personal and dynastic significance, the

present brooch was previously offered in the landmark Royal

Jewels from the Bourbon Parma Family sale and was gifted to

Archduchess Maria Anna of Austria, later Princess Elie of Bourbon

Parma, by her brother, Archduke Albrecht of Austria, on the

occasion of her 17th birthday. The brooch appeared in a 1913

photograph of the Princess, from which the order of the Starry Cross

was suspended.

Diamond brooch, late 19th century

Estimate: USD 26,000–38,000 / CHF 20,000–30,000

Noble jewels, coming from European noble families

Further enriching the Collections & Provenance section is a refined

selection of noble jewels and objects from European noble families.

Among the highlights is an elegant ruby and diamond necklace from

the 1870s, originally part of the wedding basket of a French noble

bride. Also featured is a Cartier desk clock, presented by the Duke

de Talleyrand to the Count and Countess Eltz on the occasion of

their marriage, to mention a few.

Ruby and diamond pendent necklace, circa 1877

Estimate: USD 40,000–60,000 / CHF 32,000–48,000

AUCTION

11 May 3pm CEST 2026

Auction viewing: 6–11 May 2026

Location: Hotel President Wilson, Quai Wilson 47, Geneva, 1211

Click here for more information: https://www.phillips.com/auction/CH060226/overview

HIGHLIGHTS TOUR

Singapore: 10 – 11 April

The St. Regis Singapore, 29 Tanglin Rd, Singapore 247911

Taipei: 18 – 19 April

Taipei Marriott Hotel, 199 Lequn 2nd Road, Zhongshan District, Taipei

New York: 23 – 24 April

432 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10022

London: 27 – 28 April

30 Berkeley Square, London, W1J 6EXGeneva: 6 – 11 May 2026

Hôtel President, Quai Wilson 47, Geneva, 1211

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*Estimates do not include buyer’s premium; prices achieved include the hammer price plus buyer’s premium.

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