Jewels & Fine Pearls

Jewelry

The Jewelry department achieved its best result since its creation with a total sales value of 10.5 million euros this year. As a historical and essential pillar within Aguttes, the Jewelry department stands among the European leaders and is highly regarded in the international market. The selection curated by our gemologist expert, Philippine Dupré la Tour, reflects her passion for French creativity and craftsmanship. Her tailor-made strategy and “jewelry” positioning enable her to gather rare and iconic pieces from renowned houses such as Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron, Bulgari, Chaumet, as well as more discreet creators like Suzanne Belperron, Boivin, Templier, or Lacloche, sought after by esteemed collectors and enthusiasts.

With nearly 25 years of experience in the market, we have established strong connections with the most important buyers in various domains. Jewelry enthusiasts may not necessarily be the same as those who appreciate diamonds at the highest price or those interested in sapphires, rubies, or emeralds. Personally present in each of these markets, Philippine Dupré la Tour has, over the years, built a strong relationship with her clients who trust her expertise. 90% of the buyers are international and will bid online or by phone, so it is essential to understand their expectations to meet their demands and enable them to buy with confidence.

Fine Pearls

“Paris was the first trading place for fine pearls until the 1920s. After a century of being forgotten in our drawers, it is quite magical for me to realize the sale of these pearls at skyrocketing prices.” — Philippine Dupré la Tour

We are the only auction house in Europe with a specialized department dedicated to fine pearls. The visibility we provide to the pearls allows us to achieve the best results by bringing together all the competing actors. Being highly professional in our approach is crucial to keeping our primary objective in mind: achieving the highest price. This is a very specific market that has evolved significantly over the past decades, with clients from around the world who are equally specialized and demanding.

The Sales

Aguttes organizes quarterly prestigious cataloged auctions of jewelry and pieces of jewelry set with diamonds, precious gemstones (sapphires, rubies, and emeralds), and other high-quality gemstones. We also present exceptional pieces (rings, necklaces, earrings, brooches). The selected jewelry generally dates from the early 19th century to the 1980s, representing rich periods of jewelry creations.

Renowned names and exceptional gems of the jewelry world

Jewelry pieces signed by the renowned houses of Place Vendôme hold a significant place in our auctions: Cartier, Van Cleef and Arpels, Boucheron, Chaumet, Mauboussin, Fred, Tiffany & Co, Mellerio, Bulgari, and others, as well as the creations of remarkable jewelers who have shaped the history of jewelry, such as René Lalique or Georges Fouquet, and those of more discreet creators from the 20th century like Suzanne Belperron, Raymond Templier, René Boivin, Jean Despres, Georges Lenfant, O.J. Perrin, Bulgari, Marina B., JAR, Jean Vendome, Claude Lalanne…

Our past sales have achieved record results, particularly for Suzanne Belperron, René Boivin, Cartier, Van Cleef and Arpels, as well as for diamonds, fine pearls, emeralds, and sapphires. These auctions feature multiple Art Deco brooches, clips, and bracelets signed by Cartier, Art Nouveau rings by Georges Fouquet, earrings, necklaces, and bracelets by Boucheron, or minaudières, parures, reverse clips, and brooches by Van Cleef & Arpels. All these treasures, usually set with diamonds, sapphires, rubies, and emeralds, go under the hammer at Aguttes auction house in Paris.

International Buyers

Over the past 20 years, thanks to our reputation for seriousness, we have built a significant clientele of loyal and high-quality buyers. They include both French and international collectors, as well as investors from all over the world, who trust us.

To support them in their purchasing process, laboratory certificates (LFG in Paris, HRD, or GIA) are provided. These analyses allow buyers to make confident purchases, regardless of their location. Additionally, we offer photo and video files, as well as condition reports.

Private and public exhibitions are organized for several weeks before each auction, during which our team welcomes visitors who come to Paris.

Good to know

Our Jewelry department organizes 4 auctions per year in Paris and 4 online auctions. Our specialist is available to appraise your jewellery pieces and provide professional expertise and advice on sales or investments.

Explore our auction calendar and visit our offices.

Our promotion program relies on modern tools and a trusted network established between the house, collectors, and professionals over many years.

The house has a unique communication strength and provides modern and targeted tools to sellers for an effective international reach. We pay particular attention to the production of the sales catalog, whether in print or entirely digital format, ensuring its quality and content. During our campaigns, we engage with our existing portfolio of buyers across all specialties and reach out to identified potential buyers through various channels, including online and offline advertising, social media, email marketing, media outlets, influencers, and auction platforms, using suitable and high-quality assets such as images, text, and videos.

How do I get an appointment?

If you wish to include your jewellery in our next auctions, or entrust us with a private sale, or simply have our opinion, our specialists are available to meet you. Please do not hesitate to contact us by email, by phone at 01 41 92 06 47 or by coming directly to Neuilly-sur-Seine, Aix-en-Provence, Lyon or Brussels.