LUNA FELIX GOLDSMITH, YELLOW GOLD AND COLORED SAPPHIRE RING

Unsigned, containing three oval mixed cut multicolored sapphires measuring approximately 5.40 x 7.50 to 7.00 x 10.00 mm with granulation detail. Ring size 6 3/4.
11.45 dwt.

Attributed to Luna Felix Goldsmith.
Accompanied by a Luna Felix Goldsmith box.

Property from a Private Collection

Measurements: The ring is an approximate size 6 3/4 on the mandrel.

Overall Condition: Electronic test indicates the metal is 18 and 22 karat gold. There is a chip to the girdle of the center stone and scratching to the gold consistent with light wear.

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Sally Klarr, GG

Director, Senior Specialist, Jewelry & Watches

[email protected]312.334.4215

Ms. Klarr’s passion for jewelry began when she saw the gem collection at the Smithsonian at age 13, and she has since cultivated an expertise in jewelry and its history. She began her career at Christie’s as a Junior Specialist and went on to join Marshall Pierce & Co. in Chicago, culminating in a decade of experience in the auction business, VIP relations, and jewelry and luxury marketing. She earned her Graduate Gemologist degree from the Gemological Institute of America in New York and is a graduate of Hillsdale College.

Karina Hammer, GG

Senior Specialist, Jewelry & Watches

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Ms. Hammer brings 16 years of experience in the jewelry industry to Freeman's. She began her jewelry career in New York City working as a diamond grader at GIA while simultaneously achieving her Graduate Gemologist degree. She then worked in luxury retail on Madison Avenue where she collaborated with world renowned jewelry houses. From New York she moved to Asia where she advised in high end colored diamonds sales. After moving to Chicago in 2012, she continued her jewelry career specializing in diamonds and design, as well as managing appraisals at Steve Quick Jeweler. Though she loves working with all exquisite gemstones and revels in the history of antique pieces, she also values the connections she makes with clients and understands both the emotional and business side of the jewelry world. Karina grew up in Perth, Australia and has also lived in the United Kingdom, New York City and Singapore.

Kate Stamm

Regional Representative, Associate Specialist

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Kate Stamm is the Associate Specialist, Regional Representative in the Hindman Palm Beach office.

Ms. Stamm joined the firm in 2017 and has handled large estate collections across the Southeast region, most recently bringing to auction the iconic Philip and Mary Hulitar Estate. Prior to joining the firm, Ms. Stamm lived in East Hampton where she worked as a private art consultant for various contemporary artists, including the Guggenheim Fellow Kasumi. She then worked for several boutique auction houses in Cleveland, Ohio and Washington D.C, eventually finding her way to Palm Beach. Ms. Stamm graduated from Wellesley College and later received her Master’s degree from Sotheby’s Institute of Art.

Kate Stamm is the Associate Specialist, Regional Representative in the Hindman Palm Beach office.

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LUNA FELIX GOLDSMITH, YELLOW GOLD AND COLORED SAPPHIRE RING

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