Should You Sell Your Jewelry at Auction?

CRAZY AUCTION RESULT...Estimated at 6,000 - 8,000 and sold for 45,000....Edwardian butterfly by Marcus and Company. Set with Montana sapphires and diamonds. Accompanied by an AGL report stating Mineral Type: Natural Corundum, Variety: Sapphire, Origin: USA (Montana), Enhancement: No indications of heat enhancement. Property from the Collection of Diana McKay, Berkeley, California and sold at by Leslie Hindman Auctioneers in Chicago.

As an appraiser of jewelry I review auction results as a way to keep up with the markets. Anomalies always fascinate me and you must agree the result is intriguing with this butterfly brooch. Currently I am researching why it sold for 45,000.00 and if this sale has an affect on the market for Montana sapphires.  Selling markets are different throughout the US and it is important to know if you should reach out beyond Indianapolis when selling. 

Contact me when selling your fine jewelry. As a broker of the sale my job is to find the best market and achieve the highest selling price.