Burgess Auctions presents a single-owner designer estate collection assembled in Chicago over decades, reviewed by Robert J. Brown Appraisal Services. 311 lots spanning fine jewelry, designer wristwatches, couture sunglasses, and luxury accessories — all from one careful owner.
The jewelry collection is distinguished by its depth. David Yurman is represented by 22 lots including a sterling and diamond watch with 78 diamonds and mother of pearl dial, a 32" wheat neck chain in sterling and 14K gold (65.9 DWT), and multiple cable bracelets, rings, and earrings. Judith Ripka accounts for 27 lots of sterling and gemstone pieces. John Hardy contributes a sterling and 18K yellow gold classic chain bracelet with a pavé diamond clasp set with 77 round brilliant cut diamonds (66.0 DWT). Featured fine jewelry: 18K yellow gold ruby and diamond ribbon ring with one oval ruby, ten baguette rubies, and 42 round brilliant cut diamonds totaling 0.50 carats.
The sunglasses component — 67 lots — represents a deliberate collection of designer eyewear: Gucci (11 lots), Versace (10 lots), Jimmy Choo (10 lots), Salvatore Ferragamo (8 lots), Christian Dior (5 lots), Fendi (5 lots), Prada (4 lots), Dolce & Gabbana (3 lots), and single lots from Chanel, Tiffany & Co., Bvlgari, Tom Ford, Miu Miu, Victoria Beckham, and Burberry.
Wristwatches (13 lots): David Yurman sterling and diamond watch — mother of pearl dial, 78 diamonds (T-9353) | Versace "DV One Cruise" chronograph | Versace "Greca Chrono" | Versace "Perpetuelle" | Michele "Sport Sail" diamond chronograph — 0.13 ct | Michele "Sidney" diamond chronograph — 0.67 ct, diamond bezel and band | Cyma lady's 18K white gold and diamond | Philip Stein "Teslar" double dial with 72 diamonds | Bulova "Clipper Classic" automatic | Bulova "Classic Wilton" automatic | Michael Kors "Wren" rose gold pavé crystal | Michael Kors rose gold chronograph | Michael Kors "Camille" gold tone crystal.
Designer accessories include a Ralph Lauren "Ricky 40" in black patent leather and canvas with its original receipt showing $3,395 and dust bag, and a Miu Miu "Crystal Cloque" Nappa leather purse with dust bag intact (estimated retail $2,180). Provenance throughout — dust bags present, receipts intact.
Additional designers: Tagliamonte Venetian cameo, Robert Manse Bali sterling and 18K, Dina Mackney sterling gold tone, Michael Dawkins sterling, Alexis Bittar, Heidi Daus crystal, Joan Rivers, St. John, Carolina Herrera.
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SHIPPING
Buyer contacts Burgess Auctions LLC to arrange shipping. All shipments are quoted individually through Shipping Saint and sent to the buyer for approval prior to dispatch. All shipments are fully insured at declared value at no additional cost to the buyer. Items dispatched immediately upon payment of shipping invoice.
Domestic and international shipping available. International buyers are responsible for all customs duties, import taxes, and applicable fees assessed by their country of destination.
Shipping requests must be submitted within 10 business days of auction close — by end of business Friday, May 9, 2026.
Contact: shipping.burgessauctionsllc@gmail.com | 765-445-7814
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LOGISTICS
Preview: Friday, April 24, 2026 | 1:00–5:00 PM
45 W. Carey Street, Knightstown, Indiana 46148
Auction: Saturday, April 25, 2026 | 10:00 AM Eastern | Simulcast
Pickup: Monday, April 28, 2026 | 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Tuesday, April 29, 2026 | 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
45 W. Carey Street, Knightstown, Indiana 46148
Buyer's Premium: 15%
All items sold as-is, where-is.
Bid online: bids.burgessauctions.com/auctions/45769
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CONTACT
Burgess Auctions LLC
Indiana Auctioneer License AU19600029 | Zack Burgess, CAI, AMM
45 W. Carey Street | Knightstown, Indiana 46148
Phone: 765-445-7814
General: zack@burgessauctions.com
Shipping: shipping.burgessauctionsllc@gmail.com
Website: burgessauctions.com
Bidding: bids.burgessauctions.com/auctions/45769
In conjunction with Robert J. Brown Appraisal Services.
"Trusted Auctions, Timeless Results."
Preview: Friday, April 24, 2026 | 1:00–5:00 PM
45 W. Carey Street, Knightstown, Indiana 46148
Pickup: Monday, April 28, 2026 | 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Tuesday, April 29, 2026 | 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
45 W. Carey Street, Knightstown, Indiana 46148
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