A superb ring with a superb emerald that belonged to Rockfeller for sale by Christie’s ♦
May is the month of the emerald. And that this stone is matched to this time of the year is also demonstrated by Christie’s choice, announcing the sale of a magnificent ring with emerald. The auction of Rockefeller Emerald in New York will take place on June 20th. The emerald ring is valued at $ 4 and $ 6 million, and was owned by a John D. Rockefeller, Jr., who bought it in 1930.
The stone was, however, set in the center of a brooch and donated to his wife, Abby Aldrich. The green stone, weighing 18.04 carats, in 1948 was inherited by his youngest son, David Rockefeller, who gave it to the jeweler Raymond Yard for a new frame. Turned into platinum ring with diamonds, the jewel was subsequently sold to an important American collector who acquired it more than a decade ago. According to Tom Burstein, by Christie’e, “The Rockefeller Emerald is one of the best gems to offer on auction. The beauty and the superior quality correspond only to its historical name.” Federico Graglia
