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Tomorrow's Classics
Jill Newman
08/02/2004
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On the rare occasion that JAR pieces appear at auction, they
command top dollar. At Christie’s Magnificent Jewels sale last April, a set of
seven multigem and natural pearl brooches, estimated to sell from $140,000 to
$180,000, sold for $220,300. A few years ago, Christie’s sold a JAR Mogol
jeweled floral titanium bangle, estimated at $150,000 to $200,000, for a
startling $556,000.
Rising Stars
While JAR is clearly the dearest jeweler among aficionados,
there are others whose work also appears destined to continue growing in stature
and value. Notable names to watch include James Taffin de Givenchy, Michelle
Ong, Nicholas Varney and Martin Katz.
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