May 2, 2025

1.80 carat blue topaz stud earrings, 1.9 grams, 14 karat white gold. $315.00 CAD. 211-00239

Topaz are a great choice for coloured stone jewellery. Theoretically they come in an array of colours, are quite durable, and they have optical properties that make them sparkle as well as almost any coloured gem can. Common topaz usually form almost colourless. In the 1950s it was observed that exposing colourless topaz to artificial sources of radiation can cause them to turn very attractive shades of blue. The process gained popularity in the late 1970s and has been widespread ever since. The more saturated dark London blue topaz can display low levels of radiation that is short lived.  The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regulates the initial distribution of irradiated gemstones, including blue topaz, to ensure they are safe for handling. They state there is no reason to believe that wearing irradiated gemstones is harmful. Our estate estate blue topaz display a colour somewhere between “sky blue” and “Swiss blue”. They have ben expertly faceted in a brilliant cut fashion to best promote their brilliance. The 14 karat white gold button studs have an outside diameter of 8mm and will nicely fit most earlobes. Secured with sturdy friction backs, the earrings weigh close to 2 grams in total. Looking virtually unworn, and in like new condition still displaying the manufactures original bright white rhodium finish. Bright, colourful, low set and easy to wear. They make a perfect accessory to that spring/summer outfit. Estate priced at $315.00 CAD. Stock #211-00239.

May 1, 2025

2010 Movado Bela Moda 0606263 24.5mm $700.00 CAD. Stock #501-00127

Movado, like many Swiss watch manufacturers, was established in the late 1800s. They first began producing watches in the town of La Chaux-de-fonds Switzerland, the birthplace of numerous high-quality watch brands. Also like many other Swiss brands, mergers and alliances formed over the years. After the quartz revolution of the 1970s, numerous Swiss brands disappeared or merged with other companies. In the 1980s Movado was purchased by North American Watch, later changing its name to The Movado Group. The less is more philosophy has been a Movado look since the introduction of the Museum watch in the 1940s. A large dot at 12:00 on the face symbolized the sun, the single index was the only reference marker on the entire dial. The “Museum” style soon defined the brand, and to this day it is the look that personifies the brand. Our lady’s stainless steel Bela Moda features the classic glossy black museum dial. The highly polished, reflective hands are surprisingly easy to see and interpret the time with. The circular link bracelet integrates perfectly with the 24.5mm round case. The fold-over buckle disappears in the bracelet as it looks just like another connecting link. Model 0606263 features 8 high-quality (VS-H) hand set, round brilliant cut diamonds adding a touch of sparkle to the otherwise casual look. After a professional polishing, cleaning, and battery, the watch is running perfectly and looks almost like new. The previous owner was careful to keep the original inner/outer boxes, instructions, and endorsed warranty card with the watch. This model is no longer a current offering with Movado, but their watches featuring a few smaller diamonds have prices now starting at over $1,500.00. Including a 1-year warranty this watch is estate priced at $700.00 CAD. Stock #501-00127.

April 30, 2025

2018 Cartier 1895 wedding ring, 3.5mm wide, size 7, 4.84 grams. $980.00 CAD. 401-00301

If you’re a practical person, you’d be right thinking a well made wedding ring is the same whether it came from Cartier or your local mom & pop jewellery store. After all there is nothing proprietary or unique about a gold wedding band, right? All that is true except deep down I think we’d be kidding ourselves by saying that famous bands like Cartier, Tiffany, Van Cleef & Arpels don’t hold some extra appeal and value. Well a premium quality, brand name estate wedding ring like this allows you to have your cake and eat it too. When it comes to more complex creations and jewellery set with precious gems, the big luxury brand names are expensive, but we were surprised to find this ring on Cartier’s website for $1,480.00 CAD. While this is certainly a little more expensive than we could produce a ring of like quality and weight for, it still represents strong value. This sturdy ring weighs in at 4.84 grams and contains $540.00 in simply gold content (as of April 28, 2025). In terms of a gold value to retail price a ratio of 1 to 2.75 makes for really strong value. When you consider our estate price is just $980.00 CAD, this ratio drops to an even more appealing 1 to 1.81. It feels strange analyzing something as emotional as a wedding ring like this, but as estate jewellers and appraisers we need to be able to demonstrate why estate jewellery makes great sense. This ring was purchased at the Cartier Boutique on Bloor Street Toronto in 2018 and comes with everything from the original boxes, certificate, travel pouch, to a Cartier shopping bag, all in perfect condition. The ring is in excellent condition and has never been polished. It displays some minor scratches and scuffs associated with light use. If you wish, one of our onsite goldsmiths can refinish this ring in just a few minutes to restore it to like new condition. The subdued rose gold hue is a little less obvious than yellow gold, the small addition of copper mixed in makes the ring a little harder than traditional yellow gold alloys. It measures 3.5mm wide and measures a finger size 7. It showcases a gentle rounded dome profile with a height of 1.8mm. All the original Cartier identification stamps are intact along with its unique serial number. Cartier rings like this seldom show up in our estate showcases and we don’t expect this one to last long. If you like the warm rosy hue of pink gold and the premium feel of 18 karat, this ring is worth consideration. It is estate priced at $980.00 CAD. Stock #401-00301.

Sale pending. A.O.

April 29, 2025

2022 Tudor Black Bay 58 79030N 39mm with JB jubilee bracelet $3,600.00 CAD. 505-00536

Tudor has finally released a Black Bay 58 on a Jubilee style bracelet as a new model for 2025. Currently, if you want a Black Bay 58 on a jubilee bracelet you can only get one with a bright fuchsia dial and bezel for $5,770.00. This 2022 estate watch is not that model. We’ve always thought the slightly small dimensions of the BB58 would be perfect on the more flexible and slightly dressier jubilee style bracelet. The previous owner of this watch took matters into his own hands and assembled the model he wanted but Tudor never made. He took delivery in April of 2022 with the brown leather strap on the popular black dial/black bezel BB58 79030N and immediately replaced the strap with this high quality JB jubilee stainless steel bracelet from Forstner. While this bracelet doesn’t add a lot of cost ($180.00 USD) is does add a lot of extra value, utility, and versatility to standard issue watch. The fit and finish while not quite a nice as a Tudor original, but it is much nicer than many OEM bracelets from rival companies. The adjustable links are secured by properly threaded screws, with far more machined threads than we typically see even on original Tudor bracelets! The end links are solid sections that fit the unique contour of the case and fit the spring bar lug holes perfectly.  The buckle is a locking design requiring both side buttons to be pushed before releasing the clasp. There are enough adjustable links to fit a wrist of over 8 1/2 inches in circumference. The rest of the watch is standard off the shelf Black Bay 58. These watches are some of the best values on the secondary market now that prices have settled. These Black Bay series offer features normally reserved for watches costing several multiples more. The in house MT5602 manufactured 25 jewel automatic Swiss-made movement is keeping excellent time. This proprietary chronometer rated mechanism comes standard with an extended 70-hour extended power reserve. In the past, Tudor watches used movements made by other companies. The MT5602 is the first mechanism developed and manufactured by Tudor for use in their watches. The watch remains in original condition, it has never been polished or refinished. It shows small scuffs, scratches on the case and bracelet. There are a few small impact marks on the sharp edged bevels but nothing significant. The factory 5-year Tudor warranty will cover the new owner until the spring of 2027. Comes complete with the like new original Tudor leather strap with locking deployment buckle, all documents, endorsed warranty card, paper hang tag, and inner/outer boxes. Estate priced at $3,600.00 CAD. Stock #505-00536.

SOLD

April 28, 2025

Mercedes Benz logo pendant with 18 diamonds (0.10ct. tw.) 5.3gr. 14kt. $720.00 CAD. 161-00348

The 3 pointed star is a corporate logo that is easily recognized worldwide. The simple design has been symbol of Mercedes Benz since 1909 but it goes back quite a bit further. It was inspired by an 1872 postcard from the company founder to his family in which he identified their home with a three pointed star. The 3 points represents the companies intention for their engines to dominate the land, air, and sea environments. Mercedes Benz has seen success in marine and aircraft engines, it is their automobile production that they are most well know for. This 14 karat yellow and white gold expression of the logo has been made to a standard worthy of the brand. Solid construction with a finished weight of 5.3 grams in upgraded 14 karat gold. The white gold background has been decorated with a reflective dimpled finish and 18 tiny single cut diamonds scattered throughout. Another 3 point star has been fashioned into a large hinged bail that can fit a chain of close to 6mm. The pendant measures 21.5mm in diameter and is in excellent condition showing no wear on the bail or connecting ring. Estate priced at $720.00 CAD. Stock #161-00348.

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