The House of Marchak
Specialist Martha Garcia chronicles the fascinating history of the acclaimed jewelry firm established by Joseph Marchak in 1878.
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Donald Claflin: The Jeweler's Eye
Martha Garcia profiles the New York jewelry designer Donald Claflin and his distinctive and whimsical creations for Tiffany & Co.
The Estate of Alexandra Krofta Jones
Doyle is honored to auction jewelry from the extensive collection of Alexandra Krofta Jones in three upcoming sales: Important Jewelry, Fine Jewelry and Jewelry Online.
The Estate of June Marston Dyson
Doyle is honored to auction jewelry from the Estate of June Marston Dyson, a pioneering woman in the legal profession and a generous donor to many of New York's cultural institutions.
Jewels from the Thorne Family Collection
Doyle is honored to auction a rare and important "Classic" Burma "Pigeon Blood" Ruby and a Kashmir "Royal Blue" Sapphire that have descended in the Thorne family of New York.
Cartier Tutti Frutti
Martha Garcia discusses the fascinating history of the distinctive jewelry created by Pierre Cartier and examines a circa 1930 clip-brooch that blends colorful Indian carved gemstones with geometric Art Deco design.
Rosalind P. Walter: the Original 'Rosie the Riveter'
Doyle is honored to auction the jewelry collection of Rosalind P. Walter, the original 'Rosie the Riveter' and a generous donor to PBS.
Calder's Coils
Martha Garcia examines the clever and whimsical jewelry created by Alexander Calder, one of America's greatest Modern masters.
The Estates of Irma and Rube Goldberg
Our sales on Sept 23 and Oct 1 feature jewelry from the Estates of Irma and Rube Goldberg, the famed cartoonist of zany inventions that accomplish simple tasks.
The Alice Appleton Hay Collection
Two exceptional 1920s Cartier necklaces to be offered on June 24 bear a uniquely American provenance that blends Gilded Age society, politics and commerce.
The Collection of Animal Rights Advocate Mary Max
Doyle is honored to auction jewelry from the Estate of animal rights advocate Mary Max on December 13. Featured are exquisite designs by Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier, Belperron, Buccellati, David Webb and Verdura.
Janine Metz, Social Secretary of the Duchess of Windsor
Doyle is honored to auction jewelry from the Estate of Janine Metz, Social Secretary to the Duchess of Windsor. Highlights include a selection of high carat weight diamond and sapphire rings.
Fancy Blue Diamonds
Specialist Martha Garcia profiles an Edwardian ring set with Fancy Intense and Fancy Vivid Blue Diamonds that highlights the April 18 auction of Important Jewelry.
The Estate of Marlene VerPlanck
Doyle is honored to auction jewelry from the estate of famed vocalist Marlene VerPlanck as a featured section of the August 15-16 auction.
Praise the Pavé
Martha Garcia profiles the exquisite Vatican treasures on view at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Met Cloisters through October 8.
Deco Design: Fashion and Van Cleef & Arpels
Martha Garcia explores the relationship between fashion and jewelry during the 1920s and the lasting appeal of Art Deco jewelry by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Two by Two
Martha Garcia reviews the installation designed by Robert Wilson, Noah's Ark Inspires Van Cleef & Arpels, currently on view at Cedar Lake in Chelsea.
Enchanting Emeralds
Martha Garcia traces these precious gemstones through history and discusses several recent examples at auction.
Jewelry in the Jazz Age
Martha Garcia profiles two exhibitions currently on view at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York.
Resort Jewelry
Martha Garcia shares jewelry trends to sail away with this summer and reveals her picks from the June 21 Fine Jewelry auction.
Burma Blues
Martha Garcia discusses the sources of rare Burma sapphires and their current auction market.
Mario Buccellati: Prince of Goldsmiths
Martha Garcia examines the exquisite jewelry created by Italy's master of texture-engraving.
David Webb
Martha Garcia profiles the legendary New York jeweler and his colorful creations of fantasy.
How to Buy a Diamond at Auction
Martha Garcia provides an insider’s guide buying a diamond ring, from choosing the right setting to understanding the Four Cs of diamonds.