Jewellery

The Strauss & Co jewellery department sets a new benchmark in the African auction scene, specialising in exquisite fine, vintage, and antique jewellery. We proudly feature works from renowned and emerging South African designers, alongside prestigious brands like Cartier, Tiffany, and Bvlgari. We present handcrafted masterpieces that blend classic and contemporary designs, with a focus on the finest diamonds, precious gemstones, and gold. As the market leader in high-end jewellery, Strauss & Co maintains a commitment to elegance and timeless craftsmanship in every collection.


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Calling for High-End Jewellery
Strauss & Co is calling for consignments of fine jewellery for our 2026 auction calendar.
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“Jewellery has the power to be small and mighty, as seen with a diamond. Jewellery has the power to be forever and indestructible, as seen with a diamond. Jewellery has the power to shimmer and shine, as seen with a diamond”


Specialists

Strauss & Co conducts regular jewellery valuations and appraisals in Cape Town and Johannesburg. Our jewellery experts provide confidential valuations for estate, antique, or vintage jewellery consigned for sale through our auctions. Individuals looking to consign can book an appointment by contacting jewellery@straussart.co.za.


Cape Town

Jill van Dugteren

Head of Decorative Arts and Design

Tim Watson

Gemmologist

Johannesburg

Kim Goeller

Head of Jewellery

Tatiana Retzlaff

Jewellery Specialist



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Recently Sold

Björn Weckström, Lapponia; Laponia 'Monolit' silver and acrylic necklace, Bjorn Weckström, Finland, c.1970
Björn Weckström, Lapponia; Laponia 'Monolit' silver and acrylic necklace, Bjorn Weckström, Finland, c.1970

Sold for ZAR 3 844

Georg Jensen; Georg Jensen silver ring, model 163, Henning Koppel, Denmark, c.1970s
Georg Jensen; Georg Jensen silver ring, model 163, Henning Koppel, Denmark, c.1970s

Sold for ZAR 3 364

Lapponia; Sculptural ring
Lapponia; Sculptural ring

Sold for ZAR 1 442

Georg Jensen; Georg Jensen modernist ring, model 92, Nanna Ditzel, Denmark, c.1970
Georg Jensen; Georg Jensen modernist ring, model 92, Nanna Ditzel, Denmark, c.1970

Sold for ZAR 3 604


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Strauss & Co holds five live virtual auctions and up to nine online-only auctions annually.
Categories handled include: art, decorative arts, furniture, jewellery and fine wine.