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Magnificent Jewels
Tuesday 12 April 2011
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November 11,2010
Shape and Cutting Style ... ....... Cushion Modified
Brilliant
Measurements .......... ...... 13.79 x 11.22 x 7.25 mm

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Origin ...... .. ........ ... ................... .... NATURAL
Grade .... ....... .................. ... . FANCY VIVID
....... ........ ....... ....... .... PURPLE-PINK
Distribution .... ... .. ... ....................... ....... Even
Clarity Grade .. .............................................. 511

Finish
Polish .. ........................ .. .. ....... .... ...... Excellent
Symmetry ....... .... .... ...... .. ........... .... . Very Good
Fluorescence .............. .. .. ..... ........ .. ... .. .. ... ... Faint
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DIAMOND TYPE CLASSIFICATION FOR GIA COLORED DIAMOND GRADING REPORT #2125820401
Scientists classify diamonds into two main "types" - type I and
type II - based on the presence or absence of ni trogen which can
replace carbon atoms in a diamond's atomic structure. These
two diamond types can be distinguished on the basis of
differences in their chemical and physical properties.
Type II diamonds contain li ttle if any nitrogen and they are
subdivided into two groups (lia and lib) both of which are quite
rare (less than 2% of all gem diamonds).
According to the records of the GIA Laboratory, the 10.09 carat Cushion Modified Brilliant diamond described in GIA
Colored Diamond Grading Report *2125820401 has been determined to be a type lIa pink diamond. Type lIa pink
diamonds are very rare in nature, often have relatively few inclusions and are noted for their mostly homogenous color in
the rough. Unlike many other colored diamonds, the color in pink diamonds can not onl y be caused by impurities, but it
may also be a result of the diamond's exposure to heat and pressure during transportation into the earth's crust. Type Iia
pinks have been found in a number of mining regions around the world. Historically they were found in India (particularly
from the Golconda region) and, in more recent times. most notably from BraZil and Africa.
Among famous gem diamonds, the 70.39 carat Empress Rose and the 28.15 carat Agra are examples of type lIa pinks.
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Pink diamonds, drawing their color from an anomaly in the crystal lattice of the
stone, have always been considered extremely rare and highly desirable to the most
discerning collectors. Historically found in India in the famous Golconda mines, famous
pink diamonds have been long been cherished by the Mogul rulers of India. The 17th
century gemstone trader, Jean Baptiste Tavernier, referred to pink diamonds as "rose"
colored and illustrated a pair of pink diamonds which he had purchased in India around
1668. Pink diamonds of natural origin and superior quality are regarded as some of the
w ~ d ' s rarest and most sought-after jewels.
FANCY VIVID PURPLE-PINK
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A SENSATIONAL COLORED
DIAMOND RING
Set with a modified cushion-cut fancy vivid purple-pink diamond,
weighing approximately 10.09 carats, flanked on either side by a
cushion-cut diamond, mounted in 18k rose gold and platinum
Witll report 2125820401 dated 11 November 2010from tlte Gemological
Il1stitllte ojAmerica statil1g that tile diamol1d isjill1CY vivid pllrple-pil1k,
tlatural color, S[1 clarity
Accompal1ied by a sllpplemel1talleller statil1g that tile diamol1d lias been
deterlllitled to be a Type IIa pil1k diamotld. Type IIa pitlk diamotltls are very
rare illl1ature, often Itave relatively few illclllSiotls al1d are 110ted for tlteir
/lOlIIogetl olls color il/. the rOllgll. Utllike mallY otller colored diamol1ds, the color
il/. pil1k diamolltls COilllOt otlly be callsed by illlpllrities, bllt it may also be a
reslllt if tile exposllre to heat atld pressllre dllril1g trotlsportatioll
il1to tlte crllSt . Type lla pil1ks IIave beenfolltld ill a III/mber if mitlitlg
regiol1s arolll1d tile world. Historically they werefolllid ill [l1dia (partiClilarly
from the Golcol1da regiol1) atld, il/. more recel1t tillles, most tlotablyfrom Brazil
atld Africa.Amotlgfamolls gem diamol1t1s, the 70.39 carot Elllpress Rose al1d
the 28.15 carotAgro are examples ofType IIa pil1ks
$12,000,000- 15,000,000
END OF SALE
FANCY VIVID PURPLE-PINK



For Immediate Release
22 March 2011

Contact: Erin McAndrew Tel. 212.636.2680 emcandrew@christies.com


SPRING FORWARD

FANCY VIVID PINK, BLUE AND YELLOW DIAMONDS TO
HIGHLIGHT 300-LOT AUCTION OF MAGNIFICENT JEWELS
APRIL 12 IN NEW YORK





A Fancy Vivid Blue Diamond
of 3.25 carats
Estimate $2,000,000 3,000,000

A Fancy Vivid Purple-Pink Diamond
of 10.09 carats
Estimate $12,000,000 15,000,000
A Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond
of 50.29 carats, by Carvin French
Estimate $2,000,000 3,000,000


New York With just weeks remaining until the start of the spring auction season for jewelry,
Christies New York is pleased to announce additional highlights of its Magnificent Jewels sale on
April 12, including an exceptional line-up of top-quality fancy colored diamonds in shades of pink,
blue and yellow. Christies had previously announced its star lot of the sale, a Fancy Vivid Purple-
Pink diamond of 10.09 carats estimated at $12-15 million (pictured above, center; see dedicated press release).
In keeping with collector demand, the upcoming sale will feature a wealth of these highly sought-
after jewels, including Fancy Vivid blue, Fancy Vivid yellow, and Fancy Intense Pink diamonds of
superior size, clarity, and color saturation..

Our 2010 global jewelry sales total - the highest ever for any auction house at $426 million - was led
by extraordinary prices for colored diamonds, including the BVLGARI Blue sold in New York for a
record $1.4 million per carat and the Perfect Pink, sold in Hong Kong for $23.1 million. Demand
for large colored diamonds from connoisseurs and investors continues to reach new heights, and we
look forward to starting the spring season with this exceptional group of top colored diamonds,
curated with the specific desires of today's collectors in mind, said Rahul Kadakia, Head of
Jewelry at Christie's New York.

Colored and colorless diamond highlights of Christies Magnificent Jewels sale include:



A Fancy Vivid Purple-Pink Diamond
Set with a cushion-cut fancy vivid purple-pink
diamond of 10.09 carats, flanked on either side by
a cushion-cut diamond, mounted in 18k rose gold
and platinum

Estimate:
$12,000,000-
15,000,000

A D-color, Internally Flawless Diamond
Set with a rectangular-cut diamond of 37.16
carats, flanked on either side by three graduated
baguette-cut diamonds, mounted in platinum
Estimate:
$4,200,000-4,800,000

A Fancy Intense Pink Diamond
Set with a rectangular-cut fancy intense pink
diamond of 6.61 carats, flanked on either side by
a baguette-cut diamond, mounted in platinum
Estimate:
$3,300,000- 3,800,000


A Fancy Vivid Blue Diamond
Set with a square emerald-cut fancy vivid blue
diamond of 3.25 carats, flanked on either side by
a half moon diamond, mounted in platinum

Estimate:
$2,000,000- 3,000,000


A Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond Ring,
by Carvin French
Set with a cushion-cut fancy vivid yellow diamond
of 50.29 carats, flanked on either side by
rectangular-cut diamonds of 2.00 and 1.93 carats,
mounted in platinum
Estimate:
$2,000,000- 3,000,000



A Pair of Colored Diamond Ear Pendants, by
Harry Winston
Set with a pear-shaped fancy intense blue diamond
of 1.90 carats and a fancy intense yellowish
orange diamond of 2.10 carats




Estimate:
$300,000-500,000


Antique Jewels and Signed Creations from the Leading Designers

With nearly 300 individual items on offer, the sale also includes a full array of precious gemstones,
period jewels and signed creations from the leading jewelry houses. Estimates range from $2,000 up
to $12 million, and the total sale is expected to achieve in excess of $40 million.

Highlights of the antique and signed jewels section include:


A V-Shaped Diamond Necklace of approximately
120 carats total
The front set with a pear-shaped diamond,
weighing approximately 4.07 carats, mounted in
platinum, and additional diamonds weighing
from 1.74 to 4.07 carats


Estimate:
$500,000-700,000

An Antique Old Mine-Cut Diamond Brooch
Suspending three detachable old mine-cut
diamonds from a diamond-set trellis panel with
central old mine-cut diamond
circa 1860
Estimate:
$350,000-500,000


An Antique Peridot and Diamond Necklace
A graduated series of rectangular-cut peridots,
each within a diamond scalloped surround,
suspending a series of detachable peridot
pendants, circa 1870



Estimate:
$250,000-350,000



An Art Deco Kashmir Sapphire and Diamond
Ring of 10.06 carats, by Tiffany & Co.
circa 1920



Estimate:
$200,000-300,000




A suite of Colombian emerald and diamond
jewels, by Van Cleef & Arpels

An emerald and diamond necklace

A pear-shaped emerald and diamond
pendant brooch

A pair of pear-shaped emerald and
diamond ear pendants




Estimate:
$250,000-350,000


Estimate:
$150,000-200,000


Estimate:
$120,000-150,000

A Pair of Art Deco Diamond and Multi-Gem
Clip Brooches, by Cartier
Each diamond clip centering upon an oval-cut
and pear-shaped ruby, sapphire and emerald
plaque, mounted in platinum
circa 1925


Estimate:
$100,000-150,000


A Pair of Natural Pearl and Diamond Ear
Pendants, by BVLGARI
Each suspending a detachable drop-shaped white
or light brownish gray pearl, decorated with a
circular-cut diamond cap


Estimate:
$70,000-100,000



An Art Deco diamond and onyx convertible
bracelet, by Cartier
Designed as two old European-cut diamond
scalloped plaques, spaced by two panels of three
rectangular-shaped onyx links
circa 1925



Estimate:
$40,000-60,000


The complete e-catalogue for this sale is available online at
http://www.christies.com/features/auctions/0411/ny-jewels

Auction: New York Jewels April 12 at 10am & 2pm
Viewing: Christies Rockefeller Center Galleries April 9-11, 10am 6pm



About Christies
Christies, the world's leading art business had global auction and private sales in 2010 that totaled 3.3
billion/$5.0 billion. Christies is a name and place that speaks of extraordinary art, unparalleled service and
expertise, as well as international glamour. Founded in 1766 by James Christie, Christie's conducted the
greatest auctions of the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries, and today remains a popular showcase for the unique
and the beautiful. Christies offers over 450 sales annually in over 80 categories, including all areas of fine and
decorative arts, jewellery, photographs, collectibles, wine, and more. Prices range from $200 to over $100
million. Christies has 53 offices in 32 countries and 10 salerooms around the world including in London,
New York, Paris, Geneva, Milan, Amsterdam, Dubai and Hong Kong. More recently, Christies has led the
market with expanded initiatives in emerging and new markets such as Russia, China, India and the United
Arab Emirates, with successful sales and exhibitions in Beijing, Mumbai and Dubai.

*Estimates do not include buyer's premium

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Note to editors:

Christies International reported global jewelry sales of US$426.4 million (275.1 million) for 2010
the highest annual total ever achieved for jewelry at the global auction house.
The tally represents a 56% increase over Christies 2009 total, and beats its previous highest annual
jewelry record of US$395 million, set in 2007.

Images available for download at
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