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Strong sales at Las Vegas Antique Jewelry & Watch Show

17 June 2010 - by ArtfixDaily Staff
McTeigue (since 1895), based in New York City, showcased this magnificent Art Deco with 13.86 carats of square sapphire and 8.40 carats of baguette diamond bracelet in a platinum mounting.
McTeigue (since 1895), based in New York City, showcased this magnificent Art Deco with 13.86 carats of square sapphire and 8.40 carats of baguette diamond bracelet in a platinum mounting.
Summerfield’s Unique Antique & Fine Jewelry, based in Beverly Hills, had this gorgeous large gold and multi-colored sapphire locket, circa 1890. The locket is engraved with Peony flowers, some inset with round sapphires of assorted colors, total weight approximately 3.00 carats. The locket measures almost 2 inches in diameter.

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Summerfield’s Unique Antique & Fine Jewelry, based in Beverly Hills, had this gorgeous large gold and multi-colored sapphire locket, circa 1890. The locket is engraved with Peony flowers, some inset with round sapphires of assorted colors, total weight approximately 3.00 carats. The locket measures almost 2 inches in diameter.

Jewelry, gemstones and watches took center stage during Jewelry Week in Las Vegas from June 3 to 6. Attendance increased by 15% at the Las Vegas Antique Jewelry & Watch Show, an annual trade-only event, held over four days at the MGM Grand. Discerning dealers came to buy antique and vintage pieces for inventory.

More than 300 national and international dealers exhibited at the show. Among the highlights was an amazing 7.34 carat pigeon blood Burmese ruby and diamond ring. Other popular pieces included heavy Georgian and Victorian jewelry, such as a large gold locket with 3 carats of multi-colored sapphires and engraved with peony flowers.

“The gate saw a record number of buyers who were actively purchasing at this year’s show," said Andrea Canady, the fair's director . "This increase in attendees is a reflection of the stabilization of our industry.”

The next show organized by US Antique Shows is the Fourth Annual New York Antique Jewelry & Watch Show being held July 23-26, 2010, at the Metropolitan Pavilion in New York City. Tickets can be purchased online at www.NYAntiqueJewelry.com for a one-time admission of $15 valid for all four days of the show.

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