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Established in 1826, Lyon & Turnbull is one of the UK's leading jewellery auction houses, with locations in London, Edinburgh and Glasgow. We specialise in buying and selling jewellery at auction, offering expert advice, professional jewellery valuations and access to an international market of collectors.

Thinking of selling jewellery? Our experienced jewellery specialists and gemmologists provide free, confidential auction valuations for individual pieces, inherited jewellery and complete collections. We regularly value diamond rings, natural pearls, coloured gemstones and signed jewellery by Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Bulgari, Tiffany & Co. and other leading makers.

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Lyon & Turnbull holds six jewellery auctions each year, with viewings in London and Edinburgh, alongside global online bidding. Whether consigning a single piece or an important private collection, every item benefits from specialist cataloguing, targeted marketing and exposure to an international audience of private collectors, museums and institutions.

Alongside our regular auctions, we are recognised for carefully curated sales celebrating important makers and collections. In 2025, our Cartier Curated auction brought together exceptional jewellery, watches and objets de vertu to coincide with the landmark Cartier exhibition at the Victoria & Albert Museum, London.

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“It was incredible how much work and passion [the team] put into everything. We truly couldn’t have wished for a better outcome."

– Vendor of Yolette Leconte Magloire, First Lady of Haiti Collection

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Why Sell Jewellery at Auction?

Auction remains one of the most transparent ways to achieve market value for exceptional jewellery. Competitive bidding between private collectors, dealers and institutions means rare and desirable pieces often exceed their pre-sale estimates.

Whether you are selling a single inherited ring, an engagement ring, signed Cartier jewellery or an important private collection, our specialists provide expert advice from valuation through to sale.

What Jewellery Sells Best at Auction?

Some of the strongest performing categories include:

Diamond rings
Antique engagement rings
Cartier jewellery
Van Cleef & Arpels
Bulgari
Tiffany & Co.
Art Deco jewellery
Coloured gemstone jewellery
Natural pearls
Scottish freshwater pearls
Signed vintage jewellery
Jacobite jewellery

Our Approach

Every piece of jewellery has its own history, whether it's a single inherited ring or a carefully assembled private collection. Our role is to understand that story, research it thoroughly and present it to the market in the strongest possible way. From the first valuation through to the day of sale, we work closely with every client to ensure each piece is accurately catalogued, professionally photographed and introduced to the right audience of collectors.

Personal advice from specialist gemmologists and jewellery experts
Professional cataloguing, photography and research for every consignment
International marketing reaching collectors around the world
Carefully curated auctions celebrating important makers, designers and private collections
Over 200 years of experience connecting exceptional jewellery with the right buyers

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If you are considering selling, we offer free, confidential jewellery valuations. Our specialists provide clear guidance on auction estimates, market demand and the best approach to sale.

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Demand varies with the market, but designer jewellery, antique jewellery, diamond rings, natural pearls, coloured gemstones and signed pieces by makers such as Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Bulgari and Tiffany & Co. consistently attract strong interest. Provenance, condition and rarity all play an important role in determining value.

The most accurate way to value jewellery is through a specialist auction valuation. Our gemmologists assess the materials, craftsmanship, maker, age, condition and current market demand before providing a free, confidential auction estimate.

We accept every category of fine jewellery, including antique jewellery, designer jewellery, diamond rings, engagement rings, necklaces, bracelets, brooches, earrings, coloured gemstones, natural pearls, Scottish freshwater pearls, signed jewellery and important private collections.

Seller terms vary by item and sale type. We are transparent about charges, usually involving commission, photography, insurance, and marketing, confirmed prior to consignment.

While helpful for provenance and boosting buyer confidence, original packaging and certificates are not required. High-quality pieces still perform well based on condition, design, and rarity.

Yes. We regularly advise clients who have inherited individual pieces or entire jewellery collections. Our specialists can identify, value and recommend the most appropriate route to auction, whether you're selling a single ring or a substantial estate.

The jewellery market tends to over-inflate retail or insurance resale values. Auctions offer a realistic, fair-market platform where values are determined by informed buyers; many inherited gems sell close to 30–70% of retail price depending on demand.

Yes. Fine diamonds remain one of the strongest-performing areas of the jewellery market. Important stones, unusual cuts, coloured diamonds and diamonds with certificates from recognised laboratories are particularly sought after by collectors.

Absolutely. Whether you have a single engagement ring, an antique ring or a designer piece, our specialists can provide a free auction valuation and advise whether it is suitable for one of our jewellery auctions.

Yes. Our specialists offer free jewellery valuations in London, Edinburgh and Glasgow, as well as online valuations for clients throughout the UK and internationally.

Not always. Value depends on a combination of rarity, condition, craftsmanship, provenance and collector demand rather than age alone. Many antique pieces achieve exceptional prices because of their design, historical significance or surviving originality.

Signed jewellery by Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Tiffany & Co., Bulgari, Boucheron and Graff is consistently sought after. Works by artist jewellers such as Andrew Grima, Charles de Temple, JAR and Lalaounis also attract strong collector interest.

Lyon & Turnbull holds six jewellery auctions each year, with specialist viewings in London and Edinburgh alongside global online bidding.

Yes. We host preview events in Edinburgh and London where you can examine items in person. Online bidders also receive detailed condition reports and high-resolution images to help inform their decisions.

Auction platforms offer transparency and competitive pricing. Buyers can find unique designer pieces, vintage gems, and antique works at fair market values often below high street prices .

Absolutely. While we handle high-value designer lots, we also feature well-crafted silver, amber, and citrine jewellery in the £300-£800 range ideal for new collectors and gift buyers.

Jewellery Auctions and Valuations

Jewellery Auction Specialists

Jewellery Auctions in London & Edinburgh

Free Jewellery Auction Valuations

Add a Lot Alert

Meet Our Jewellery Specialists

Jewellery Guides & Collecting Advice

Explore Jewellery at Auction

Why Sell Jewellery at Auction?

What Jewellery Sells Best at Auction?

Our Approach

Request a Free Jewellery Estimate

Request a Free Auction Estimate

Browse our Latest Sales

Latest Jewellery Valuation Days

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About Lyon & Turnbull’s Jewellery Auctions

What jewellery sells best at auction?

How do I value my jewellery?

What types of jewellery do you accept?

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Why is auction the best route for selling inherited jewellery?

Do diamonds sell well at auction?

Can I sell a single ring?

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Is antique jewellery worth more?

Which jewellery brands perform well at auction?

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