【India】Sotheby’s Returns Ancient Buddhist Gem Collection to India After Legal Pressure

Editor’s NoteThis article has been updated to reflect the announcement that the Piprahwa relics have been purchased from Sotheby’s by the Godrej…

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…

【Italy】Auctions from July 16 to 23: Spotlight on Art, Books, Cars, and Collectibles

Editor’s NoteThis week’s auction calendar highlights a bustling international market, with major houses from Genoa to New York offering everything…

【Paris, Franc】Hermès’ First-Ever ‘Birkin’ Bag Sells for Record 14 Billion Yen at Sotheby’s Auction to Japanese Collector

Editor’s NoteA piece of fashion history was made in Paris this week as the original Hermès ‘Birkin’ bag sold at auction for a record €8.6 million….

【Geneva, Swit】Mediterranean Blue Diamond Sells for $10.75 Million per Gram

Editor’s NoteThis article details the record-breaking $21.5 million sale of the ‘Mediterranean Blue’ diamond at Sotheby’s Geneva, highlighting the…

【New York, US】Colored Gemstones, Signed Jewels Shine in Sotheby’s High Jewelry Sale

Editor’s NoteSotheby’s latest High Jewelry auction in New York achieved a robust $31.4 million, driven by strong demand for colored diamonds and…

【New York, US】Sotheby’s Hits $31.4M in Sale Last Week; Phillips Withdraws Top Lot

Editor’s NoteThis article has been updated to include the record-breaking results from Sotheby’s recent High Jewelry auction in New York, which…

【Geneva, Swit】Rare Blue Diamond Sells for $21.5 Million at Auction

Editor’s NoteA remarkable 10.03-carat blue diamond, named the “Mediterranean Blue,” has sold for $21.5 million at a Sotheby’s auction in Geneva….

【Hong Kong; P】Sotheby’s Postpones Auction of Jewels Linked to Buddha After India Calls for Their Return

Editor’s NoteThis article has been updated to reflect Sotheby’s decision to postpone its auction of artifacts following a formal demand from the…

【Geneva, Swit】Rare Blue Diamond Fetches $21.5 Million at Geneva Auction

Editor’s NoteA rare 10.3-carat blue diamond, “The Mediterranean Blue,” sold for $21.5 million at a Sotheby’s auction in Geneva, surpassing its $20…