Jewelry & Fine Pearls

Aguttes, a European Leader in Jewelry and Fine Jewelry Auctions

With total sales of €10.5 million this year, the Jewelry Department has achieved its best results since its creation. As a historic pillar of the Aguttes auction house, the Jewelry Department ranks among Europe’s leaders and is a key reference on the international market. The selection curated by our gemmologist expert, Philippine Dupré la Tour, reflects her passion for creativity and French craftsmanship. Her bespoke strategy and distinct focus on fine jewelry allow her to bring together rare and iconic pieces from renowned maisons such as Cartier, Hermès, Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron, Chaumet, Bulgari, Tiffany & Co., Buccellati, and David Webb. In addition to these prestigious houses, Aguttes regularly achieves auction records for creations by Georges Fouquet, Suzanne Belperron, René Boivin, Jean Vendome, Jean Després, Georges Lenfant, Raymond Templier, and Lacloche Frères—names highly sought-after by collectors and connoisseurs.

Nearly 25 Years of Experience and a Global Network

With more than 25 years of personal experience in the market, we have built strong relationships with top buyers across various specialities. Jewelry lovers are not necessarily the same clientele as those who value diamonds, sapphires, rubies, emeralds or natural pearls at the highest levels. Personally active across each of these segments, Philippine Dupré la Tour has developed long-standing relationships with clients who place their trust in her. 90% of our buyers are international and bid online or by phone—understanding their expectations is essential to offering them a seamless experience.

Tailor-Made Services for Selling Your Precious and Coloured Stones

Over the years, Philippine Dupré la Tour has built close ties with leading buyers in various specialities (antique jewelry, signed pieces, designer creations), enabling her to understand their needs and respond effectively. She was among the first to support the market for Suzanne Belperron’s creations and has since forged strong connections with collectors of her work. All jewelry is appraised with the support of laboratory analysis and certifications (LFG in Paris, HRD, or GIA), along with detailed condition reports.

Aguttes: A Specialist in Natural Pearls

Aguttes is the leading auction house in Europe for the valuation, appraisal, and sale of natural pearls, offering a comprehensive and personalised service. Our auctions feature a wide selection of necklaces, rings, bracelets, and other jewelry adorned with these rare gems. Thanks to our strong visibility among collectors, enthusiasts, and professionals worldwide, sellers benefit from international exposure and competitive results. The Jewelry & Natural Pearls Department meets the highest standards of buyers and secures optimal outcomes for its consignors.

Jewelry & Natural Pearls Auctions

Aguttes organises prestigious, catalogued auctions every quarter in Paris. These sales include jewelry and fine pieces set with diamonds, precious stones (sapphires, rubies, emeralds), and other high-quality gems. We also offer exceptional natural pearl pieces—including rings, necklaces, earrings, and brooches—in which we are the French market leader. The jewellery presented typically ranges from the early 19th century to the 1980s, illustrating rich periods of design and craftsmanship.

Prestigious Names and Exceptional Stones in Fine Jewelry

Jewels signed by the great maisons of Place Vendôme hold a prominent place in our auctions: Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron, Chaumet, Mauboussin, Fred, Tiffany & Co., Mellerio, Bulgari… alongside historic creators such as René Lalique and Georges Fouquet, and more discreet yet celebrated 20th-century designers like Suzanne Belperron, Raymond Templier, René Boivin, Jean Després, Georges Lenfant, O.J. Perrin, Marina B., JAR, Jean Vendome, and Claude Lalanne.

Our past auctions have achieved record results for names like Suzanne Belperron, René Boivin, Cartier, and Van Cleef & Arpels—as well as for diamonds, natural pearls, emeralds, and sapphires. These sales feature a variety of treasures: Art Deco brooches, clips, and bracelets by Cartier; rings, bracelets, and tiaras by Chaumet; Art Nouveau rings by Georges Fouquet; earrings, necklaces, and bracelets by Boucheron; and minaudières, parures, and brooches by Van Cleef & Arpels—most adorned with diamonds, sapphires, rubies, and emeralds, all sold under the Aguttes hammer in Paris.

An International Buyer Base

Thanks to our reputation and professionalism, we have developed a large and loyal client base of high-quality buyers over the past two decades. These include collectors and investors from France and around the world.

To support them throughout the buying process, we provide laboratory certificates (LFG in Paris, HRD, GIA), high-resolution photo and video files, and condition reports, ensuring that they can purchase with complete confidence from anywhere in the world.

Private and public exhibitions are held for several weeks prior to each auction, and our team is on hand to welcome clients during their visit to Paris.

Benefit from Our Expertise to Appraise Antique Jewelry & Natural Pearls

Our promotional strategy is based on modern tools and a long-established network of trust between our house, collectors, and professionals. We offer our sellers a unique communication force, with targeted, international outreach using both digital and print formats. Special care is taken in the production of each catalogue, whether in print or fully digital. Our campaigns engage buyers from our existing network across all specialties, as well as potential new collectors. We communicate with them through a wide range of channels: online and offline advertising, social media, email campaigns, press, influencers, and auction platforms—all supported by high-quality content including imagery, video, and editorial features.

Appraisals and Valuations of Antique Jewelry, Signed Pieces, Designer Creations, Precious Stones, and Natural Pearls

As a major player in the secondary market for rare jewelry and high jewelry, we are here to advise and assist you throughout the selling or investing process. Our goal is to provide you with the best possible experience. We are available to support you at every stage of your sale or acquisition project—don’t hesitate to contact us.

Our experts travel throughout France and across Europe, in collaboration with our regional representative offices, to carry out appraisals and valuations of your pieces.
Before scheduling an appointment, you can also submit your valuation request—along with a description, photographs, and any available documentation—via the online valuation request form or directly by email to our specialist.

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