Treasured Jewels - The M.S. Rau Collection

Treasured Jewels

THE M.S. RAU COLLECTION

Best of the Best

Procured by Harry Winston, the most important diamond merchant of his day, and designed by Jacques Timey, the era’s most important jewelry designer, this remarkable Golconda diamond necklace was purchased by the wealthiest man in the world — Aristotle Onassis — as a gift for his daughter. A piece of history, the necklace further demonstrates nature’s ability to create perfection.

HARRY WINSTON GOLCONDA DIAMOND NECKLACE

Golconda diamond: 38.00 carats

This necklace features an exceedingly rare and large Golconda diamond, known as the “Ultimate Diamond.” Monumental in size, the remarkable stone displays VVS1 clarity and is joined by 25.00 carats of diamond accents along the chain. Certified. Set in 18K white gold and platinum. Stamped with Timey’s maker’s mark and French assay marks. 18 1/4” length. #31-5152 

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CUSHION-CUT DIAMOND RING

Diamond: 15.05 carats

Monumental in size, the rare cushion-cut diamond displaying J color and VS2 clarity is joined by diamond accents. Certified. Set in platinum. #31-5635 

EDWARDIAN OVAL DIAMOND RING

Diamond: 5.64 carats The oval-shaped, brilliant-cut white diamond at the center of this Edwardianera ring is Internally Flawless. Certified. Set in platinum. #31-5724 

RAYMOND YARD DIAMOND EARRINGS

Diamonds: 5.06 carats

Marquise, baguette and round diamonds displaying F color and VS1-VS2 clarity fill these earrings, which gracefully conform to the curvature of the ear. Set in platinum. 1” length. #31-4209

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FANCY VIVID YELLOW DIAMOND MESH BRACELET

Yellow diamond: 28.40 carats

This bracelet’s innovative, invisible mesh setting allows it to lay perfectly on the wrist. Each diamond is individually hinged to allow for the utmost in shine. Lined with 7.43 carats of white diamonds, the bracelet creates a remarkable visual effect. 7” length. Set in 18K gold. #31-5604

FANCY VIVID YELLOW DIAMOND RING

Yellow diamond: 3.70 carats

The Internally Flawless colored diamond at the center of this ring is joined by two dazzling white diamonds weighing 2.37 carats. Set in 18K gold and platinum. #31-5852

Coveted for Color

Blue and green are two of the most coveted shades among all fancy colored diamonds; in fact, the most famous jewel in the world, the Hope Diamond, features a deep blue shade. While blue diamonds get their color from the presence of boron in the stone, green diamonds are the result of millions of years underground with radioactive particles like uranium. Both hues are rarities in their own right, and natural blue-green diamonds combine the two to create intensified and unique color.

FANCY INTENSE BLUE-GREEN DIAMOND RING Blue-green diamond: 2.88 carats The even distribution of blue and green hues gives this jewel the perfect aqua shade. The high saturation of fancy intense and large carat weight set this ring apart. White diamonds totaling 1.04 carats create a remarkable visual effect with the colored stone. Certified. Set in platinum. #30-9690 

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FANCY BLUE-GREEN DIAMOND EARRINGS

Blue-green diamond: 1.64 carats Green-blue diamond: 1.34 carats Blue-green and green-blue diamonds displaying coveted VS2 clarity are joined by pink and white diamonds. Certified. Set in platinum and 14K gold. 1” length. #30-5258

LIGHT BLUE DIAMOND RING

Blue diamond: 2.43 carats

Pink and white diamonds encircle the center’s desirable, Internally Flawless blue diamond. Certified. Set in platinum and 18K rose gold. #31-0160

FANCY YELLOW DIAMOND PENDANT Yellow diamond: 2.23 carats

The highly wearable pear-shaped yellow diamond pendant is complemented by lustrous white diamonds. Set in 18K gold. 18” length. #31-5966

HEART-SHAPED FANCY VIVID YELLOW DIAMOND NECKLACE

Yellow diamond: 2.42 carats

The fancy yellow diamond pendant is paired with additional yellow, pink and white diamonds displaying VS clarity totaling 0.64 carats. Certified. Set in platinum and 18K gold. 16” length. #31-5970

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FRENCH CROWN JEWELS BURMA RUBY NECKLACE

Presented in its original leather box with the Royal French Coat of Arms. Set in 18K gold and silver. 15” length. #31-5614 

Fit for Royalty

Once a part of the famed French Crown Jewels, this elegant necklace is crafted of Burma rubies, mine-cut diamonds and natural pearls — the most luxurious materials of its era. Purchased by Tiffany & Co. in Paris at the 1887 French Royal Crown Jewel auction, these gems hail from the most important jewel collection of the 19th century. The vast majority of the known Crown Jewels reside in the Louvre today, making this necklace an exceedingly rare find.

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PIGEON’S BLOOD RUBY EARRINGS

Rubies: 6.02 carats

White diamonds totaling 3.10 carats draw the eye to a pair of oval ruby pendants, which display the highly desirable pigeon’s blood red hue. Set in 18K white gold. 11/2” length. #31-5286 

EDWARDIAN DIAMOND & RUBY BRACELET

Rubies: app. 5.00 carats

Two rubies, likely originating in Burma, display a deep red hue and are accented by nearly 12.50 carats of shimmering diamonds. Set in yellow gold and platinum. 71/2” length. #30-6866 

RUBY BRACELET

Rubies: 31.37 carats

Cascading beautifully on the wrist with an invisible setting, the vivid red rubies are almost certainly Burmese in origin, punctuated by bands of white diamonds totaling 4.83 carats. Set in platinum. 7” length. #31-5853 

UNTREATED BURMA RUBY RING Ruby: 4.17 carats

Joined by 1.20 carats of sparkling white diamonds, the rare, all-natural red gem displays the rich color for which Burmese rubies are prized. Set in platinum. #31-5083 

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ONE of a KIND

After Tiffany & Co. hired visionary French designer Jean Schlumberger in the 1950s, his exceptional artistry quickly attracted collectors from Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis to the Duchess of Windsor. Today, Tiffany jewels bearing Schlumberger’s signature mark remain among the firm’s most desirable, and Schlumberger is counted among the most important jewelry designers in history.

TIFFANY & CO. BURMESE SAPPHIRE RING Sapphire: 8.37 carats

Certified as Burmese in origin, this no-heat gemstone’s “Royal Blue” hue is balanced by four accent diamonds forming a bee motif. Designed by Jean Schlumberger. Stamped “Tiffany & Co.” Certified. Set in 18K yellow gold and platinum. #31-5952

TIFFANY & CO. THAI RUBY RING Ruby: 11.71 carats

This remarkable untreated ruby presents the prized pigeon’s-blood red hue. Joined by approximately 5.50 carats of white diamonds, the ruby’s superior degree of clarity sets this ring apart. Stamped “Schlumberger.” Certified. Set in 18K gold and platinum. #31-5771 

PURPLISH-PINK SAPPHIRE RING

LILAC SAPPHIRE EARRINGS

PINK AND YELLOW SAPPHIRE BRACELET

ORANGE SAPPHIRE RING

Orange sapphire: 14.01 carats Displaying a highly saturated mandarin hue, this sapphire is surrounded by 6.50 carats of white diamonds. Set in 18K gold. #31-5075

TIFFANY & CO. SNOWFLAKE BRACELET

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TIFFANY & CO. SAPPHIRE EARRINGS

OSCAR HEYMAN SAPPHIRE RING

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All in the Firm

Since the firm’s inception in 1837, the legendary Tiffany & Co. has been a trailblazer in luxury design and craftsmanship. In the late 19th and early 20th century, influential figures like Louis Comfort Tiffany and George Kunz left indelible marks on the firm’s output.

TIFFANY & CO. SAPPHIRE BROOCH

Sapphires: 12.26 carats

The centerpiece of this exceptional brooch designed by Louis Comfort Tiffany is a richly-hued 12.26-carat Ceylon sapphire, inset into a hand-crafted gold filigree. A major proponent of non-traditional materials like colored glass, it is exceedingly rare to see Louis Comfort Tiffany incorporate a valuable colored gemstone like a sapphire. Framed by two additional sapphires and two Old European cut white diamonds, the present piece is an Art Nouveau treasure. Set in 18K yellow gold and enamel. Signed “Tiffany & Co.” Certified. Circa 1917. 1” high x 11/2” wide. #31-4891 

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TIFFANY & CO. KASHMIR SAPPHIRE NECKLACE Sapphires: 10.25 carats

The impressive Kashmir sapphires in this one-of-a-kind Victorian necklace from Tiffany & Co are accented by dozens of diamonds. Certified by the AGL as completely untreated, these extraordinary blue gems would have been sourced personally by George Frederick Kunz, Tiffany’s famed gemologist in the late 19th century. Incredible in their color and brilliance, untreated Kashmir sapphires of this quality are scarce, especially within an antique Tiffany design. Set in 18K yellow gold. Signed “Tiffany & Co.” Certified. Circa 1895. 14” length. #31-5572

M.S. Rau presents a collaboration with Oscar Heyman in celebration of both companies’ 110th anniversaries. The exclusive 110 Collection includes twelve one-of-a-kind pieces inspired by the jewelry house’s classic designs from the 20th century. Each is accompanied by a hand-signed preparatory rendering of the piece, a first for the famed firm. This collection will be available exclusively through M.S. Rau and includes five stunning rings, three multi-colored bracelets and four pairs of earrings.

YELLOW CEYLON SAPPHIRE RING

Sapphire: 10.99 carats

The emerald-cut natural yellow sapphire is perfectly paired with 1.26 carats of baguette and step-cut accent diamonds, each displaying F-G color and VS clarity. Certified. Stamped “OHB.” Set in 18K gold and platinum. #31-5984

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CEYLON SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND EARRINGS

Sapphires: 9.61 carats

Featuring a luxurious royal blue hue, these cushion-cut sapphires are certified as originating in Ceylon. With marquise, pear-shaped and round diamonds totaling 1.32 carats adorning the blue stones, these earrings form an elegant floral motif. Stamped “OHB.” Set in platinum. #31-5987

TANZANITE RING

Tanzanite: 11.18 carats

This cushion-cut tanzanite’s favored violetish-blue hue is captivating. Certified as being an authentic specimen from Tanzania, the natural stone is joined by 1.39 carats of pear-shaped diamonds. Stamped “OHB.” Set in platinum. #31-5985

TSAVORITE AND DIAMOND EARRINGS

Tsavorites: 5.21 carats

Accented by 1.18 carats of white diamonds, two cushion-cut tsavorites form the focal point in these earrings. Their vivid green hue is certified as all-natural, indicating that no heat was utilized to enhance the color. Originating in East Africa, tsavorite garnets weighing over two carats are exceedingly rare. Certified. Stamped “OHB.” Set in platinum. #31-5564

PINK AND YELLOW SAPPHIRE EARRINGS

Pink sapphires: 6.95 carats Yellow sapphires: 5.55 carats

An explosion of color, these classic drop earrings feature both yellow and pink sapphires. The pink sapphires originate in Madagascar, and the yellow sapphires are Ceylon in origin and are natural, without any heating or other treatment. Accented by 0.38 carats of dazzling white diamonds. Certified. Stamped “OHB.” Set in 18K gold and platinum. #31-5986

MULTI-COLOR SAPPHIRE AND TSAVORITE BRACELET Sapphires: 6.43 carats | Tsavorites: 4.38 carats All-natural sapphires and tsavorites present a sparkling rainbow of hues in this statement bracelet. Fifty-five marquise and round diamonds totaling 7.46 carats accent the colored gemstones, and all shine in their classic platinum settings. Stamped “OHB.” 7” length. #31-6085

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS GOLD EARRINGS

The retro, sculptural door knocker design of these earrings is perfectly formed, a testament to the timeless elegance of the firm’s designs. Set in 18K yellow gold. 2” length. #31-4338

JAR FLORAL CLIP EARRINGS (top right)

Reminiscent of flower petals, these refined earrings are exemplary of JAR’s unique designs and non-traditional materials. With an exclusive client list that included Elizabeth Taylor and Barbara Walters, JAR crafts jewelry with the utmost skill and vision. Set in treated aluminum. 2” length. #31-5599

YOGO SAPPHIRE BRACELET (bottom left)

This Art Nouveau bangle bracelet features completely untreated blue sapphires hailing from the Yogo Gulch in Montana. Designed by the famed American jewelry firm Rikers Brothers, this bracelet is rare and highly collectible. Circa 1910. Set in 14K yellow gold. 7” diameter. #31-4880

CARTIER GOLD TANK BRACELET

A tour-de-force of retro design, this chic gold link bracelet features a two-tone finish inspired by the treads of tanks. The design remains timeless today. Set in 14K yellow gold. Stamped “Cartier / 14K.” 7 3/4” length. #31-5573

PARAIBA RING

Paraiba tourmaline: 21.75 carats

Exhibiting a desirable blue-green hue, this paraiba is described by the AGL as “outstanding,” certified as Mozambique in origin and entirely natural. An untreated stone of this size, clarity and saturation is exceptionally rare. Diamonds totaling 3.50 carats join the jewel. Certified with appendix letter from the AGL. Set in platinum. #31-5773 

PARAIBA PENDANT

Paraiba tourmaline: 36.88 carats

The pear-shaped paraiba displays the perfect bright “Windex” blue hue. The African jewel is encircled with approximately 2.00 carats of white diamonds. Certified with appendix letter from the AGL. Set in platinum. Pendant: 11/8” length. #31-5767 

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Easy being Green

Long prized for their verdant green hue, emeralds are among the most coveted gemstones in the world. A favorite among collectors, Colombian emeralds are highly desirable for their exceptional clarity and rich “Old Mine” green color, free from any bluish tinge. The most important of these emeralds originate from the famed Muzo mines, located high in the Andes Mountains.

COLOMBIAN EMERALD & DIAMOND BRACELET Emeralds: 25.73 carats | Diamonds: 24.36 carats

Incredibly rare untreated Colombian Muzo mine emeralds and pure white diamonds combine in this stunning bracelet. The emeralds, totaling over 25.00 carats, display the perfect vivid green hue. Each of the 13 perfectly matched emeralds is certified as being 100% untreated with exceptional clarity. They are joined with 13 pure white diamonds totaling nearly 25.00 carats, all GIA-certified as colorless and VVS1-VS1 clarity. 7” length. Set in platinum. #31-5878 

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ZAMBIAN EMERALD RING

Emerald: 12.47 carats | Diamonds: 1.70 carats

The central stone is joined by two white diamonds totaling 1.70 carats. The vivid green emerald, which boasts a rich color, was described by C.Dunaigre as “very rare” and “a real treasure.” Only the finest out of the tens of thousands of gems seen each year are honored with such a distinction. Exceptionally free of flaws, the emerald shows only minor indications of oil. Today, 99.99% of emeralds on the market are heavily treated with oil, making the present stone an anomaly — especially for a stone so large. Certified. Set in platinum. #31-5880 

RED EMERALD AND DIAMOND NECKLACE

Red emerald: 18.50 carats

Perfectly balanced by alternating square-cut diamonds totaling 1.50 carats, the rare gems display their covetable deep crimson color. Set in platinum. 17” length. #31-5500 

RED EMERALD AND DIAMOND BRACELET

Red emerald: app. 9.00 carats

Red emerald, also known as red beryl, was only found in the Wah Wah mountains of Utah. These rare gems are complemented by white diamonds totaling 4.25 carats. Set in platinum. 63/4” length. #31-5496

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RUSSIAN EMERALD RING Emerald: 6.29 carats

Forming a stylized floral design, the natural forest-green Russian stone is encircled by 2.00 carats of white diamonds. The production of these gems came to a halt after World War I, when the largest and best-known source of Russian emeralds, the Mariinsky Mine, became a military security zone. As a result, Russian emeralds are a rarity and a must-have for any true emerald connoisseur. Certified. Set in 18K yellow and white gold. #31-5139

Change in Color

Of all the optical effects a gemstone can possess, color change abilities are among the rarest and most remarkable. In essence, a color change phenomenon requires that the basic body of the gemstone transforms when the mineral is exposed to different light. From chameleon diamonds to covetable alexandrites, each gemstone is unique, with characteristics that allow ranges of hues within a single stone.

CHAMELEON DIAMOND RING Chameleon diamond: 1.53 carats Demonstrating even color distribution and SI1 clarity, the chamelon diamond at the center of this ring changes colors from grayish-green to mint green when exposed to darkness or heat. The stone is flanked by two light pink diamonds totaling 0.83 carat. Set in 18K rose gold. Certified. #31-3713 

BRAZILIAN COLOR-CHANGE ALEXANDRITE RING Alexandrite: 6.21 carats

The captivating Brazilian alexandrite is remarkably large and clean, a rarity for gems of this type. The color-changing gem’s olive green hue in daylight transforms to a purple color under incandescent light. Accented by diamonds totaling 0.63 carat. Certified. Set in 18K yellow gold and platinum. #31-3839 

RUSSIAN COLOR-CHANGE ALEXANDRITE RING Alexandrite: 4.12 carats

Hailing from the Ural Mountains of Russia, the brilliant-cut stone has been certified as a natural alexandrite, with a color change between a blueish-green hue in daylight to a purple-pink hue. Russian mines have long been depleted, making these gems highly sought after. Surrounded by white diamonds totaling 1.75 carats, the gems form a floral pattern. Certified. Set in 18K gold and platinum. #31-5140 

TANZANITE CONVERTIBLE PENDANT & RING

Tanzanite: 22.43 carats

The sizable cushion-cut tanzanite in this convertible ring displays the perfect blue hue for which the rare stones are so coveted. The jewel is more desirable thanks to its versatile setting, which can be worn as a ring or a pendant. Accented by 2.80 total carats of diamonds. Set in 18K white gold. 5/8” length. #31-3524 

TANZANITE BROOCH BY VEDURA

Tanzanite: 35.00 carats

Masterfully crafted by Vedura, the large tanzanite stone features a deep violet-blue hue. White diamonds totaling approximately 8.00 carats and displaying G-H color and VS clarity radiate out, evoking a flower or snowflake. 3” length. #31-5821

UNTREATED TANZANITE PENDANT Tanzanite: 104.39 carats

This necklace’s giant tanzanite is considered by many to be the single greatest tanzanite jewel ever discovered. The gem is certified as all-natural, with no heat treatments or other enhancements — exceedingly rare for any tanzanite but especially one of this covetable color and monumental size. Diamond accents total 2.98 carats. Set in 18K gold and platinum. 11/4” length. #31-5440

TAHITIAN PEARL EARRINGS

Diamonds: 1.56 carats

Crowned by white diamonds, the lustrous Tahitian pearls display their desirable color and remarkable iridescence. Farmed from the large French Polynesian Black-Lip pearl oyster, Tahitian pearls possess the richest, most vibrant coloring of any pearl. 7/8” length. #31-5831

PEARL AND DIAMOND EARRINGS

Diamonds: 4.67 carats

Two luminous white pearls measuring 14.5mm each suspend from sparkling white diamond florets in these elegant earrings. Set in platinum. 11/2” length. #31-5925

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SOUTH SEA PEARL NECKLACE Diamonds: 3.33 carats

Twenty-three impeccable South Sea pearls, measuring 17-19mm, comprise this necklace. South Sea pearls are among the most valuable pearls available. Typically measuring 15mm or under, the pearls featured in this necklace are monumental in size and exceedingly rare. The 18K gold ball clasp is accentuated by diamonds totaing 3.33 carats. Set in 18K white gold. 16” length. #31-5514 

Sharp as Glass

Before the visionary became known for his innovative glasswork, René Lalique was known as the greatest jeweler of the Art Nouveau period. His creations echo the beauty and grace of the natural world.

Combining uncommon materials like glass and enamel, Lalique’s eclectic creations rejected traditionally gemstone-centric designs in favor of overall aesthetics. Widely collected by museums, finding an original piece of Lalique jewelry is a rarity.

LALIQUE CITRINE AND ENAMEL BROOCH

Citrine: approximately 10.00 carats

This hand-crafted treasure features elegant panels of black enamel and gold, highlighting the citrine’s sunny hue. Comes in its original Lalique box. Signed “LALIQUE.” Set in 18K yellow gold. 31/2” length. #31-5570 

LALIQUE GLASS AND ENAMEL NECKLACE

This glass and enamel necklace created by the artist in 1906 is a masterpiece in Art Nouveau design. It features seven cobalt-blue glass pendants. Upon each, Lalique has handcarved and press-molded a stylized theatrical mask motif. A black and blue enamel ribbon covers the gold chain. Lalique’s original drawing for this necklace is published in S. Barten’s René Lalique: Schmuck Und Objets D’Art, 1890-1910. Stamped “LALIQUE.” Circa 1906. 161/2” length. #31-5820 

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NATURAL JADE BUTTON NECKLACE Natural jadeite jade: 44.35 grams

Comprised of over two dozen intricately carved buttons, the natural jade displays the remarkable and desirable spinach hue. Certified. Set in 18K gold. 161/2” length. #31-4343 

ANCIENT ROMAN EMERALD BROOCH

The emerald featured in this brooch was handcarved in ancient Rome. These gems are notoriously difficult to carve, demonstrating the skill and finesse of ancient Roman artisans. Set in its Victorian brooch circa 1850, the ancient treasure is accented by rubies, diamonds and a single Baroque pearl. 31/2” h x 21/2” w. #31-5581 

ANCIENT ROMAN JASPER INTAGLIO RING

Depicting the sun god Helios in his chariot, the green jasper gem featured in this ring displays the ancient art of intaglio. Similarly-carved gems were possibly used as stamps or worn as talismans or amulets. 2nd-3rd century. #31-4771

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RAYMOND YARD AQUAMARINE TIARA Aquamarines: 15.00 carats

Diamonds: 15.14 carats

Glittering white diamonds join aquamarine jewels, displaying the stunning blue hues of a tropical ocean. The Art Deco-era tiara exudes the timeless sophistication for which Raymond Yard is known. Set in 18K white gold and platinum. #31-5733

SANTA MARIA AQUAMARINE RING

Aquamarine: 13.17 carats

This ring features the deeply saturated Santa Maria blue hue, found in only the rarest variety of the gems. The stone is joined by 1.28 carats of round-cut white diamonds. Set in platinum. #31-5606

AQUAMARINE PENDANT NECKLACE

Aquamarine: 60.00 carats

This remarkably large, pear-shaped aquamarine specimen displays the vibrant Santa Maria hue in its diamond-encrusted settings. Set in platinum. Pendant: 31/2” length. Chain: 23” length. #31-5074

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OSCAR HEYMAN DIAMOND & OPAL SWAN BROOCH

Diamonds: 8.05 carats

A large cabochon Australian opal is held up by diamonds in this whimsical brooch, accented by ruby and enamel detailing. Stamped “OHB.” Set in platinum. 11/2” high. #31-5822 

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