HONG KONG.- On 26 May 2026, the Magnificent Jewels auction in Hong Kong realised a market-leading sale total of HK$581,499,900 / US$74,207,005, marking strong growth of 55% year-on-year. The sale was 90% sold by lot, with a total hammer price 129% above the low estimate, and 72% of lots sold over high estimates. Passionate worldwide bidding across channels drove the results, demonstrating the exceptional demand in the global jewellery auction market.

The top lot of the sale, The Ethereal Jadeite Necklace, comprising 61 perfectly matched jadeite beads, measuring approximately 13.7 to 8.8 mm in diameter, drew multiple bids and sold for HK$200,200,000 / US$25,548,143, standing as the most valuable masterpiece sold in Asia this Spring. Top-tier jewels in the sale spanned jadeite, coloured and colourless diamonds, gemstones, natural pearls, and jewels from renowned maisons, reflecting the breadth of collecting tastes across Asia and Christie's unrivalled expertise in sourcing for the category (read the list of the top 10 lots sold). These include a 1.78-carat oval brilliant-cut fancy purplish red diamond brooch, which realised HK$39,540,000 / US$5,045,822; and a 3.17-carat rectangular step-cut fancy vivid pink diamond 'Trombino' ring by Bulgari, which realised HK$25,510,000 / US$3,255,410.

Jewellery sales continue with Magnificent Jewels: Online, open for bidding from now until 29 May 2026.

Select Highlights

Lot 1923
The Ethereal Jadeite Necklace
A Magnificent Jadeite Bead and Coloured Diamond Necklace
Price realised: HK$200,200,000 / US$25,548,143
Top Lot of the Sale
The Most Valuable Masterpiece Sold in Asia in Spring 2026

Lot 1922
1.78 Carats Fancy Purplish Red / SI2 Diamond Brooch
Price realised: HK$39,540,000 / US$5,045,822

Lot 1921
A Rare Coloured Diamond and Diamond ‘Trombino’ Ring, By Bulgari
Price realised: HK$25,510,000 / US$3,255,410

Lot 1916
5.07 Carats Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring
Price realised: HK$18,190,000 / US$2,321,282

Lot 1920
13.95 Carats Kashmir Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Price realised: HK$16,970,000 / US$2,165,594

Lot 1879
Art Deco Multi-Gem ‘Tutti Frutti’ Bracelet, By Cartier
Price realised: HK$12,065,000 / US$1,539,652
Almost 2.5 Times Above Low Estimate

Lot 1872
An Exquisite Natural Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Price realised: HK$11,430,000 / US$1,458,618

In 2026, Christie's, the world-leading art and luxury business, is celebrating its 40th Anniversary in Asia. Over the last four decades, Christie's has established itself as Asia's leading house, orchestrating many of the region's most historic and record-breaking sales of exceptional objects and collections, driving region-wide expansion, and pioneering digital innovations that have redefined the way Asian collectors connect with and experience the industry. To celebrate this milestone, Christie's is presenting a year-long programme of art and luxury sales, exhibitions and events across the region.