Art for the Arch Auction for the Tutu Legacy Fund

Live Virtual Auction, 22 September 2021

Evening Sale

Sold for

ZAR 45 520
Lot 123
  • Black and white diamond 18k white gold dress ring, Murdocks Jeweller Collection
  • Black and white diamond 18k white gold dress ring, Murdocks Jeweller Collection


Lot Estimate
ZAR 40 000 - 60 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 45 520

About this Item

Black and white diamond 18k white gold dress ring, Murdocks Jeweller Collection

claw-set to the front with black diamonds weighing a total of approximately 3.05 carats, highlighted with undulating bands of pavé-set round brilliant-cut diamonds, weighing a total of approximately 0.50 carat, to a plain shank, size N

Accompanied by a Murdock’s Jewellers certificate

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Notes

"A diamond is a gift that will last forever, a universal symbol of love. The best of South Africa and Africa’s mineral wealth has been used to create a piece of rare beauty, with diamonds set into the finest precious metals." –Murdocks Jewellers

Murdocks is proud to offer an extensive range of traditional as well as modern fine jewellery pieces and a selection of prestigious watch brands. James Edgar Murdock came to South Africa from England in 1896 and decided to set up a jewellery business. In 1897 he opened the first Murdock’s Watchmakers and Jewellers in a small shop on the corner of Parliament and Longmarket Streets in Cape Town. Through the years, eminent customers of Murdocks have included King George and Queen Frederika of Greece.

The classic contemporary Murdocks store is now situated in the heart of the renowned V&A Waterfront, Cape Town.

 

MURDOCKS Heritage

“James Edgar Murdock came to South Africa from England in 1896 and decided to set up a jewellery business. In 1897 he opened the first Murdock’s Watchmakers and Jewellers in a small shop on the corner of Parliament and Longmarket Streets in Cape Town. Through the years, eminent customers of Murdocks have included Cecil John Rhodes, King George and Queen Frederika of Greece.

The classic contemporary Murdocks store now situated in the heart of the renowned V&A Waterfront, offers a variety of enchanting fine jewellery pieces as well as a range of prestigious international watch brands adding to the glamour and sparkle.

A diamond is a gift that will last forever, a universal symbol of love. The best of South Africa and Africa’s mineral wealth has been used to create pieces of rare beauty, with diamonds set into the finest precious metals such as gold or platinum.

There is a fine tradition of service that is offered at Murdocks which adds to the value of the brand. Murdocks will happily collect and return you to your hotel anywhere within the Cape Town area. The friendly staff will ensure your experience is as it should be indulgent, fun and most of all memorable.”

Provenance

Donated by Murdocks Jewellers.


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