【Seoul, South】Limited Edition ‘The Godfather’ Watch to be Auctioned in September… Starting Price 480 Million Won

Editor’s NoteThis month’s Seoul Auction highlights a robust luxury market, with rare timepieces and high-value jewelry drawing significant collector…

【New York, US】Phillips Names Dianne Batista Head of Jewels, New York

Editor’s NotePhillips has appointed Dianne Batista, a seasoned professional with nearly 40 years in the industry, as its new Head of Jewels in New…

【London, UK】First Look at the Largest Single-Owner Collection of Claude Lalanne Jewellery Before It Goes Under the Hammer

Editor’s NoteThis September, Sotheby’s will auction the estate of collector Pauline Karpidas. Among the highlights is a rare ensemble of 21 pieces of…

【Geneva, Swit】An Extremely Rare Diamond, a Stratospheric Price: The Exceptional “Mellon Blue” is for Sale

Editor’s NoteThis article previews the upcoming Christie’s auction of a historic jewel, drawing a fascinating parallel between the real-world…

【Hong Kong】Christie’s Appoints New Asia Pacific Head: Veteran of 29 Years Rahul Kadakia Takes Helm, Can He Boost Regional Performance?

Editor’s NoteChristie’s has named Rahul Kadakia, a 29-year company veteran and globally recognized auctioneer, as its next President of Asia Pacific,…

【Hong Kong】Christie’s Appoints Rahul Kadakia as President of Asia Pacific

Editor’s NoteChristie’s has named Rahul Kadakia, a veteran of the auction house since 1996, as its next President for Asia Pacific. He will assume…

【Abu Dhabi, U】Ultra-Rare Rolex and 31.86-Carat Pink Diamond to Appear! Sotheby’s Holds First Auction in Abu Dhabi

Editor’s NoteSotheby’s is expanding its Middle East presence with its first major luxury auction in Abu Dhabi this December. The event will feature…

【Paris, Franc】Auction Houses: The New Showcase for Contemporary Jewelry Creators

Editor’s NoteThis article explores the recent surge in collector interest in historical jewelry, a shift that has preserved antique pieces from being…

Auction Sales Fall 6% in the First Half, Raising Fears of an Art Market Shift

Editor’s NoteAs auction sales decline for a third consecutive year—down 44% from mid-2022—this article explores the paradox of record wealth among…