Coloured gemstones to lead Bonhams Hong Kong jewellery sale

Hong Kong – Bonhams presents the Exceptional Jewels & Jadeite, Hong Kong sale on 24 May 2026. The 148-lot sale will showcase a notable international collection of period treasures of exquisite designs in addition to a selection of coloured gemstones including rubies, Kashmir sapphires, emeralds, diamonds and coloured diamonds, offering collectors an opportunity to acquire rare and highly collectable jewels of exceptional quality and craftsmanship.

Leading the sale is an emerald and diamond necklace, circa 1950. The elegant necklace is composed of seven step-cut Colombian emeralds of vivid green colour weighing a total of 50.00 carats, accented over 30 carat vari-cut diamonds. The necklace is offered with an estimate of HK$4,800,000-5,500,000.

Another notable highlight is a 16.50 carats red spinel and diamond ring. The Tanzanian red spinel set within tapered baguette-cut diamonds is offered with an estimate of HK$1,800,000-2,400,000