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Bo Legendre Estate Sale Achieves Over $1.6M with 100% Sell-Through

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Bidding Wars Erupt in a Packed Saleroom for Iconic Pieces from Suzanne Belperron, Verdura, Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels and More—A Continuation of the Incredible Momentum of the Rapidly Growing Auction House

FORTUNA’s auction of the jewelry collection of Bokara “Bo” Legendre achieved overwhelming success with a sale total of more than $1.6 million, and selling 100% of the lots—a remarkable feat rarely achieved at auction. On April 25, Fortuna hosted The Estate of Bo Legendre in their Fifth Avenue showroom, where a packed room of bidders watched as intense bidding wars erupted over nearly every lot.

Important Jewels & Watches Sale Achieves $1.5M+ with 78% Sell-Through

Strong Bidder Interest Persists in April Important Jewels & Watches, The 2nd Sale in Fortuna’s Spring Auction Series

Fortuna’s Spring auctions offered hundreds of rarities from private collections and estates, attracting strong bidders from over 40 countries. The Important Jewels & Watches sale took place on April 26, 2018, following the phenomenal success of The Estate of Bo Legendre sale. The widespread interest for Fortuna’s second sale in its Spring Auctions Series contributed to the overall momentum of the rapidly growing auction house. Over $1.5 million in fine jewelry and watches were sold, along with an impressive 78% sell-through rate.

Magnificent Jewels a Record-Breaking Auction for Fortuna

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A Pair of Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond Studs, 4.04ct Total. Achieved $87,500. All prices include buyer’s premiums.

Important White and Yellow Diamond Prices Soar in Magnificent Jewels Auction

In their first-ever Magnificent Jewels auction, Fortuna shattered their previous sale records, with the sale realizing a total of $2.3 million, selling 70% by value. With strong interest around the globe, registered bidders came from 41 countries across six continents. The top price achieved in the sale was $994,000 for a rare 10.33ct D Color Internally Flawless emerald cut diamond ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.

A 5.01ct D IF Emerald Cut Diamond Ring. Achieved $200,000.