The Dazzling Jewels of Reclusive Heiress Huguette Clark

This vivid, purplish pink 9 carat diamond by Dreicer & Co. is being called the auction's main attraction and was expected to bid for $6-8 million. The rare diamond was believed to have been passed down from Huguette Clark's mother. It sold for a staggering $15.7 million.

The Dazzling Jewels of Reclusive Heiress Huguette Clark
  • Belle Epoque Cushion-Cut Fancy Diamond Ring

    This vivid, purplish pink 9 carat diamond by Dreicer & Co. is being called the auction's main attraction and was expected to bid for $6-8 million. The rare diamond was believed to have been passed down from Huguette Clark's mother. It sold for a staggering $15.7 million.

  • American Flag Brooch

    This Cartier brooch is made up of diamonds, rubys and sapphire. The piece was expected to bring in $30,000-50,000, but sold for $80,500.

  • Photograph Frame by Cartier

    This Nephrite, turquoise and onyx frame, which was made circa 1910, fetched $74,500.

  • Diamond Earrings by Cartier

    Early 20th century emerald, natural pearl and diamond earrings were expected to fetch $30,000-50,000 at the auction. They brought in $104,500.

  • 19.86 Carat Diamond Ring

    A nearly flawless rectangular-cut diamond ring by Cartier sold for a whopping $7.5 million.

  • Tiffany & Co. Bracelet

    This bezel-set ruby, sapphire, emerald and gold encrusted bracelet by Tiffany & Co. — circa 1915 — was estimated to bid for $30,000-50,000. It went for far more: $266,500.

  • Single Strand Natural Pearl Necklace

    This Tiffany & Co. pearl necklace features an oval-cut diamond clasp and sold for $362,500.

  • Cartier Charm Bracelet

    An art deco-era classic, this circa 1925 charm bracelet of animal and figural pieces features diamonds and multiple gems. It sold for $92,500.

  • Cartier Diamond Bracelet

    This art deco diamond bracelet with baguette-cut diamond bar links was created circa 1925 and sold for $578,500.

  • Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Bracelet

    Created circa 1925, this rare find was estimated to bring in between $50,000-70,000 and fetched $110,500. It came in its original Cartier red leather case.

  • Cartier Diamond Desk Clock

    Not just the average desk clock, this Art Deco chinoiserie piece features mother-of-pearl, coral and diamond detailing. It was estimated to bid between $15,000-20,000 at the auction and brought in $165,500. The square-shaped rock crystal case is ornamented with rose-cut diamonds.

  • Cartier Diamond Photograph Frame

    This personalized circa 1910 photograph frame features an "A" inital and a hand drawn portrait of a girl that is believed to be Huguette's older sister, Andree Clark, who died of meningitis in 1919. The frame was not sold with the image, but was expected to fetch between $5,000-7,000. It sold for $74,500.

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