Thursday 12 June 2014

Jewellery Auction

McTear’s ever popular Jewellery Auction will take place on Wednesday 18th June. This auction is held once every five weeks and is dedicated to a range of jewellery at various price points. With 379 lots coming up in this auction, we are sure you will find something that is sure to catch your eye!

In Lot 1386, you can find our beautifully sparkly sapphire and diamond earrings, each set with an oval sapphire of approximately 0.80 carats surrounded by diamonds totalling approximately 0.5 carats in eighteen carat white gold. These eye-catching stunners are estimated between £1500-£2000 and will not go un-noticed.


Another very special piece we have coming up is Lot 1274. This diamond line bracelet is set with brilliant cut diamonds totalling approximately 4.00 carats in fourteen carat gold. The bracelet is 18 cm long and will be a beauty for a very keen customer with estimations between £2500-£3500.



A more affordable piece coming up is Lot 1125 with our pearl and ruby cluster ring. The central white pearl is surrounded by rounded rubies in a nine carat gold band. This ring is sized as M-N and is estimated between £30-£50. This is a nice ring for every day wear and while being affordable… still looks very special.



At the other end of the scale we have a particular highlight in our auction, Lot 1120a. This very impressive early twentieth century diamond solitaire ring has an old brilliant cut stone of approximately 3.50 carats on bifurcated diamond set shoulders in platinum comes in size M. Who will be the lucky lady to win this bid? This ring has an estimated value of £15000 - £18000. We think the smile of the new owner will sparkle just as much as these diamonds!



For updates on our upcoming auctions, click here.

Friday 6 June 2014

Lalique and Royal Doulton

Our British and Continental Ceramics and Glass auction on the 17th June features many stunning lots of ceramics and glass from Britain, Europe and beyond. This auction will include many beautiful pieces, including some  'Lalique' glass art and Royal Doulton ornaments. 


This opulent pair of Royal Doulton gilt blue porcelain pedestal vases and covers is set to get under the hammer for £100-£150 in the auction. This would be a great statement addition to any mantelpiece. 




















Something a bit different - this Royal Doulton porcelain Dickens dream jug with a raised design throughout depicting Charles Dickens characters. This is from 1933 and is estimated to go under the hammer for £200 to £300. 





















Something a bit different again and maybe less unusual, but still as stunning as the rest - Royal Doulton flambe vase with an estimate of £100 - £150.


Now a preview of some of the Lalique pieces McTear's have coming up for auction.
This pair of Lalique frosted glass sculptures of eagle heads is estimated to go under the hammer for £300 - £500. 












This Lalique frosted glass champs elsysee centrepiece bowl would be a stunning centre point on a table to give a unique feature. With another estimate of £300-£500, it is sure to be snapped up quickly. 














For a look at some of the other lots going under the hammer in our special auctions follow the links below:

The Silver Auction- Tuesday 17th June at 10.30am
The British & Continental Ceramics & Glass Auction- Tuesday 17th June at 11.30am
The Furniture, Works of Art & Collectables Auction- Tuesday 17th June at 6.00pm
The Rare & Collectable Whisky Auction- Wednesday 18th June at 10.30am
The Watches and Coins Auction- Wednesday 18th June at 5.00pm
The Jewellery Auction- Wednesday 18th June at 6.00pm
The Scottish Pictures Auction- Thursday 19th June at 2.00pm
The Scottish Contemporary Art Auction- Sunday 22nd June at 2.00pm