Chicago – The May 13 Fine Timepieces auction and May 14 Fine and Important Jewelry auction will feature selections from top names in watches and notable examples of signed jewelry, antique, art deco and contemporary pieces. Hindman’s latest sales have soared above pre-auction estimates, including Hindman’s March 31st online Essential Jewelry sale, and the Spring Fashion and Accessories auction. Recent online and remotely executed sales have surpassed 90% sold and Hindman expects to continue to see top results in May. 

The Fine and Important Jewelry sale includes a selection of pieces from highly desired, iconic jewelry houses like Van Cleef & Arpels, Buccellati and Tiffany & Co. As names that are synonymous with excellence, these brands continue to drive results and have sold well over pre-sale estimates. The collections range in scope from whimsical designs such as a Tiffany & Co. bee brooch to classic pieces from Cartier, like the ‘LOVE’ bracelets.  Highlights of this session include: a Van Cleef & Arpels Feuilles Sapphire and Diamond Brooch estimated at $4,000-6,000 and matching Bracelet  with an estimate of $8,000-10,000, and a Buccellati Yellow Gold and Cultured Pearl Leaf Motif Necklace, property from a Texas Collection estimated at $4,000-6,000.

A robust session of Tiffany & Co. jewelry, which remains a highly sought after and desired auction mainstay, is highlighted by an Art Nouveau Topaz, Emerald and Polychrome Enamel Necklace, with a presale estimate of $10,000-20,000. Offered from the Estate of Linda Zoe Jenkins of Roseville, Minnesota, this Louis Comfort Tiffany necklace is an extraordinary example of ‘Tiffany Art Jewelry’, combining semi-precious golden topaz gemstones with precious emeralds. A necklace of this quality, condition and design exemplifies Tiffany’s unique interpretation of the turn of the century design movement and sensibility, making it a collector’s piece not often seen at auction. Additional auction highlights include:A 4.18 carat Rectangular Mixed Cut Diamond Ring from a Distinguished Texas Collection estimated at $55,000-65,000 and a 4.86 carat Pear Brilliant Cut Diamond, from the Collection of Rose Miller, Orchard Lake, Michigan with a pre-sale estimate of $90,000-110,000.

The May 13 Fine Timepieces auction offers an array of classic watches by Cartier, Rolex and Patek Philippe and presents an opportunity for every level of collector. Two Patek Philippe ‘Nautilus’ Wristwatches are the top lots of the sale, along with a few other highlights: 18k Rose Gold and Diamond Patek Philippe ‘Nautilus’ Wristwatch estimated at $60,000-70,000, a Stainless Steel Patek Philippe ‘Nautilus’ Wristwatch  with an estimate of $40,000-60,000, a Franck Muller 18k White Gold and Diamond ‘Double Mystery’ Wristwatch holding a pre-sale estimate of $10,000-20,000 and a Rolex Platinum ‘Cosmograph Daytona’ Wristwatch expected to fetch between $30,000-40,000.

Kimberly Burt, Vice President of Marketing and Luxury Goods, stated: “We have been delighted by our March and April sales results across the board and are excited to offer these two strong sales in mid-May. Hindman has embraced our remote capabilities with virtual appointments and appraisal services, and we are confident we will continue to successfully conduct important sales like these remotely.”