Los Angeles, CA — On Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025, at 12pm PDT, John Moran Auctioneers will present their Spring Jewelry & Watches auction. This sale features an outstanding collection of jewelry, diamonds, colored diamonds, colored stones, and watches. Makers include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., J. E. Caldwell, Van Cleef & Arpels, Bulgari, Buccellati, Patek Phillipe, Rolex, among others. Included are two gem Burmese, no heat rubies weighing 4.03 and 2.00 carats, an exquisite Belle Epoque diamond brooch from J.E. Caldwell that is set with a Fancy Yellow-Brown diamond weighing 11.41 carats. The auction contains remarkable naturally colored stones, including a yellow sapphire weighing 13.46 carats, an orange sapphire of 7.60 carats and a purplish-pink sapphire of 9.17 carats, a Padparadscha sapphire of 9.48 carats, a Brazilian Paraiba tourmaline of 2.88 carats, and several examples of outstanding black opals. Also included are an iconic gold Snoopy brooch from Cartier, a pair of diamond and emerald drop earrings from Tiffany & Co., an extraordinary Art Deco make-up case from Cartier, and a sapphire and diamond bracelet from Van Cleef & Arpels. Filled with nearly 300 lots, the variety of stunning jewelry and impressive watches is not to be missed!
A Platinum, Ruby and Diamond Ring $25,000-45,000
Leading the sale is lot 163, a Belle Epoque J.E. Caldwell Fancy Yellow-Brown diamond brooch, estimated $70,000-100,000. Other standout brooches include lot 96, an 18K white gold, ruby, and diamond brooch with an estimate of $18,000-22,000, lot 21, a Nardi 18K gold, gem-set and diamond brooch valued at $7,000-10,000, and lot 2, a Van Cleef & Arpels gold, emerald, and sapphire lovebirds brooch, estimated at $3,000-5,000.
The selection of earrings is not to be missed as a pair of Raymond Yard diamond earrings, lot 166, will be making their way to the block with an estimate of $50,000-70,000. These earrings feature a 1.82 carat Fancy Intense Yellow-Orange marquise diamond in a drop design with a 1.14 carat Natural Vivid Yellow marquise diamond, and a 1.83 carat and 1.06 carat colorless marquise-shaped diamonds. Other earring offerings include lot 164, a pair of Fancy Yellow diamond and lapis lazuli earrings, estimated $15,000-20,000, and lot 234, a pair of sapphire and diamond earclips, valued at $7,000-10,000.
A Pair of Platinum, Fancy Color Diamond and Diamond Earrings $50,000-70,000
Among the 50+ lot assortment of rings, lot 89 is a stunning 4.03 carat ruby ring, estimated $25,000-45,000, followed by lot 116, an Australian black opal cabochon ring weighing 12.20 carats, featuring red, orange, yellow, green, and blue play of color, valued at $10,000-15,000.
Lot 7, a Buccellati 18K rose gold necklace, estimated at $8,000-12,000, highlights the 30 lots of necklaces.
Rounding out the sale is lot 68, a Cartier 18K gold Snoopy pendant with a $7,000-10,000 estimate. In September 2024, Moran’s sold an identical 18K gold Snoopy pendant for $33,020*. This time, collectors are sure to show excitement for this pendant’s unique provenance. It comes from the Estate of Connie Boucher (1930–2002), a trailblazing entrepreneur who helped transform the Peanuts brand into a global sensation. As founder of Determined Productions, Inc., Boucher revolutionized licensing, starting with a successful 1961 collaboration with Charles M. Schulz. Her suggestion for a Peanuts-themed datebook calendar launched a series of successful projects, including the bestselling Happiness Is a Warm Puppy. Through her company, Boucher introduced iconic Peanuts merchandise, such as plush toys and sweatshirts, and in 1968, the first plush Snoopy doll became a classic. She also supported cultural events, like a Peanuts exhibit at the Louvre, and contributed to conservation efforts, earning an Academy Award nomination for Amazon Diary. Her innovative approach to licensing shaped the commercial success of character-based franchises, securing her lasting legacy in Peanuts history.
*- includes buyer’s premium.
— Brenda Smith, John Moran Auctioneers
“Leading the sale is lot 163, a Belle Epoque J.E. Caldwell Fancy Yellow-Brown diamond brooch, estimated $70,000-100,000.”
A Belle Époque Platinum, Fancy Yellow-Brown Diamond and Diamond Brooch $70,000-100,000
Upcoming Auctions
John Moran Auctioneers is continuing their 2025 lineup with the ReDesigned: Interiors sale, Tuesday, April 8th, 2025, followed by the Jewelry & Watches auction, Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025. Be sure to mark your calendars for these upcoming auctions so you don’t miss out on the action, and the treasures!
ReDesigned: Interiors: Tuesday, April 8th | 12:00 pm PDT
Jewelry & Watches: Tuesday, April 22nd | 12:00 pm PDT
California and American Fine Art: Tuesday, May 6th | 12:00 pm PDT
Art of the American West: Tuesday, June 3rd | 10:00 am PDT
Modern & Contemporary Fine Art: Tuesday, June 17th | 12:00 pm PDT
Pop Culture, Memorabilia, & Sports: Tuesday, July 1st | 12:00 pm PDT
For upcoming highlights, online catalogues, and more information on these sales, visit Moran’s website: www.johnmoran.com and follow us on social media: @johnmoran_auctioneers. Along with our website, bidding is now available online via Moran’s new mobile app, Moran Mobile, available on both iOS and Android operating systems. You may also choose to bid by phone or absentee.
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