March 2025, Newsflash

March Birthstone

Aquamarine

The exquisite hue of the Aquamarine gemstone belongs to the beryl family. This striking and transparent stone is often confused with blue topaz. Traditionally recognized as the birthstone for March, Aquamarine symbolizes youth, hope, and health. It also serves as the gemstone for the 19th wedding anniversary and is associated with the astrological sign Pisces. Its color spectrum ranges from light to dark blue, occasionally exhibiting a bluish-green tint. The cool tones of Aquamarine complement metals such as sterling silver, white gold, and yellow gold beautifully. Known as "Water of the Sea," this gemstone was historically favored by sailors who believed it offered protection and safe passage across waters. The name Aquamarine is derived from Latin, signifying water and sea, and it is said to have originated from the treasure chests of mermaids, reputedly bringing good fortune to sailors and alleviating seasickness. The concept of crystals conducting and transforming energy is well-established, as evidenced by their use in technology like televisions and quartz clocks. Aquamarine is believed to enhance self-confidence, emotional control, tolerance, and understanding. Wearing Aquamarine earrings is thought to attract love and affection. This gemstone is primarily sourced from countries such as Russia and Brazil, with Colorado designating it as their official state gem.

Jewelry Auctions

Lauren McLemor, National Jeweler Magazine

Elizabeth Taylor’s Diamond Bracelet

Outshines Estimate at U.K. Auction

The auction also featured the sale of a Cartier necklace made when Egyptomania was sweeping Great Britain.

This yellow diamond line bracelet (left), which Michael Jackson gifted to Elizabeth Taylor,

sold for $147,480 at Woolley & Wallis’ recent jewelry sale, while the Cartier necklace

seen at right sold for $85,218.

(Photos courtesy of Woolley & Wallis).

Salisbury, England—A diamond line bracelet that once belonged to Elizabeth Taylor, gifted to her by Michael Jackson, sold for £118,750 ($147,480) at a jewelry auction in the United Kingdom.

Auction house Woolley & Wallis said the piece, which was estimated to sell for £50,000 to £70,000 (approximately $61,000-$86,000), attracted competitive bidding both on the phones and online, ultimately going to a phone bidder.

Said to be one of the Oscar-winning actress’ favorite pieces, the bracelet features 27 graduated step-cut yellow diamonds.

“It was a strong sale, and we are delighted that many pieces exceeded their higher estimates, demonstrating that high quality jewelry is still in demand and the market is buoyant,” said Marielle Whiting, jewelry specialist at Woolley & Wallis.

The Cartier necklace features a pendant pavé set with circular-cut diamonds holding an abstract floral arrangement of cabochon rubies mounted in platinum and gold. It hangs from a chain of black onyx beads.

Also featured in the sale was an Art Deco necklace from a limited-edition Cartier collection of Egyptian Revival pieces.

The piece, featuring rubies and diamonds, sold for £68,750 ($85,218), more than twice its highest pre-sale estimate of £30,000 (approximately $37,189).

The necklace was rediscovered after being privately owned for a century.

In their research, specialists from Woolley & Wallis matched the pendant to a Cartier necklace from a 1920s print ad for the special collection.

The jeweler had created the pieces in reaction to the wave of Egyptomania sweeping Great Britain at that time, the auction house said.

Two years earlier, British archaeologist Howard Carter had discovered of the tomb of Tutankhamun, the famous ancient Egyptian pharaoh better known as King Tut, inspiring interest in Ancient Egypt.

The ad ran alongside information about the discovery in a January 1924 edition of The Illustrated London News.

The specialists confirmed the necklace bore the same Cartier Londres signature and a similar number sequence (S.L7352) as two other pieces from the same ad that went up for auction in New York in 2013 (S.L7358 and S.L7353).

In the ad the necklace features an Egyptian faience figurine of Nefertem. The distinctive U-shaped base with hooked motifs at each side was designed to resemble the silhouette of the beaded usekh necklaces that adorn mummies and sarcophagi, the auction house said.

While the pendant in the ad shows the necklace set with a figurine of Nefertem, the one offered at the U.K. auction features an abstract floral arrangement.

There are many reasons Cartier may have changed it, the auction house said, but it could have been an effort to tone down the Egyptian influence as desire for the style dissipated.

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Style & Trends

Model Winnie Harlow Says

‘Yes’ to 3-Stone Engagement Ring

Harlow’s partner, NBA player Kyle Kuzma, worked with Vobara

to design the ring, which features oval and pear-shaped diamonds.

Natalie Francisco, National Jeweler Magazine

Harlow’s partner, NBA player Kyle Kuzma, worked with Vobara to design the ring,

which features oval and pear-shaped diamonds.

Harlow's ring features 8.5 total carats of natural diamonds with a 7-carat oval-cut diamond at its center, which is flanked by pear-shaped side stones.

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