There aren’t many individuals on this planet who can declare they’ve rubbed elbows with world leaders equivalent to Queen Elizabeth II and Pope John Paul II, however George and Charlotte Shultz had been among the many fortunate few. However politics and practices apart (Shultz was the previous secretary of state underneath President Ronald Reagan and likewise held 4 varied cupboard roles underneath three totally different presidents), one factor that outlined these moments had been the jewels Mrs. Shultz donned. On Might 23, the couple’s private assortment will turn into out there (open for bidding now) in a devoted sale, Model and Substance: The Assortment of George and Charlotte Shultz, at Bonhams New York, which incorporates over 200 jewels, with greater than 70 of that are by Tiffany & Co.
“George and Charlotte Shultz had an unimaginable love story that was celebrated within the fabulous jewellery they purchased collectively,” Emily Waterfall, director of bijou for Bonhams Los Angeles, tells JCK. “She had a rare jewellery field, however two necklaces are absolute showstoppers: the Hedges and Rows and the Scarf necklaces from Tiffany & Co. [shown below] are two of probably the most sought-after and wearable designs by some of the essential jewellery designers of the final century: Jean Schlumberger. He was recognized for his superb masterpieces for Tiffany, capturing the surprise of nature in vibrant gem stones. His dreamy and playful designs have been worn by probably the most trendy ladies on this planet, from the Duchess of Windsor to Elizabeth Taylor and from Jackie Kennedy to Charlotte Shultz. Bonhams is thrilled to be presenting this extraordinary assortment.”
Beneath are just a few highlights from the sale.
Schlumberger Studios for Tiffany & Co. Hedges and Rows necklace in platinum and 18k gold with 26.6 cts. t.w. spherical diamonds, turquoise cabochons, and cushion-shape yellow beryl, estimate $150,000–$200,000
Schlumberger Studios for Tiffany & Co. Scarf necklace in platinum and 18k gold with 14.4 cts. t.w. spherical diamonds, emeralds, and sapphires, estimate $100,000–$150,000
Schlumberger Studios for Tiffany & Co. earrings in 18k gold with turquoise cabochons and 1.7 cts. t.w. spherical diamonds, estimate $6,000–$8,000
Schlumberger Studios for Tiffany & Co. Multiplication ear clips in 18k gold with 2.85 cts. t.w. diamonds, estimate $3,000–$5,000
Late-Nineteenth century floral brooch in silver and gold with outdated mine–minimize and rose-cut diamonds, estimate $4,000–$6,000
Chanel necklace in 18k white gold with white, golden, and grey cultured pearls, and diamonds, estimate $1,800–$2,200
