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Sammy Davis Jr’s Ring at Auction Earlier this year, we welcomed a very exciting lot to our Fine Jewellery auction. It garnered a stunning amount of media attention, being featured in both local and national news. It was a ring that was once owned by the legendary Sammy Davis Jr. This timeless performer is best known for his time in the Rat Pack which he joined in 1959. He loved the stage and performed all his life until he passed in 1990. His career is marked by exceptional performances and his ability to repeatedly defy stereotypes. But his talent and hard work speaks for itself. There is no denying that his legacy is legendary, he is an icon in music history. For a deeper dive into his extraordinary life, you can read more about him here. Sammy Davis Jr was known for his extravagant and flamboyant jewellery that perfectly embodied his larger-than-life persona. He adorned himself with an array of stunning diamonds that complemented his unique style and ultimately became an iconic aspect of his image. The ring was a perfect example of this. Alongside the ring, we welcomed a fantastically huge photo album, showing pictures of Mr Showbusiness at different points throughout his life. Pictures from this photo album are dotted throughout this blog, and in my opinion, completely capture his massive personality! Sammy Davis Jr’s Watch As you can imagine, the music lovers within our team here at Fellows were all ecstatic to have such a unique piece of music memorabilia. The auction was utterly thrilling, the ring selling for an impressive £68,900. It is no surprise then, how anticipated our next Fine Jewellery auction is, given the equally extraordinary provenance of lot 130. This watch was made by the iconic brand, Bueche-Girod. Founded in 1947 by Vital Bueche, Bueche-Girod is a brand that has become synonymous with the fashion of the 70s. Their watches are instantly recognisable due to their striking use of 9ct and 18ct gold, often woven into unique patterns. The brand was known for producing excellent movements, so much so that they also provided parts to other watchmakers such as Bulova. They frequently collaborated with other watchmakers, particularly Cartier. Although production ended in the early 2000s, Bueche-Girod watches remain popular to this day. This watch is an excellent example of the brand’s flamboyant craftsmanship and perfectly captures the style of its late owner. Lot 130 is most definitely a highlight of our Fine Jewellery auction. We have sold several beautiful examples of Bueche-Girod watches in the past, but none quite as special as this. At Auction Lot 130 Bueche-Girod gold watch, Sammy Davis Jr. Price Realised: £10,140.00 Valuations Our valuations are free, with no obligation to sell with us. Our experts will value your item with an estimate, so you can find out what it could achieve at auction. The process is simple. You can fill in a form online or book an appointment to visit either of our offices in Birmingham or London. Virtual valuation appointments are also available. Find what you’re looking for Make sure you don’t miss finding that special something by signing up to our email alerts. You’ll be the first to know when catalogues become available, receive invitations to special events and preview the hottest lots from our auctions, plus much more. Why not use our free personal shopping service? Sign up for lot alerts and tell us exactly what you are looking for. Each time we upload a catalogue, we search for your keywords and email you lots matching your interests. Your personalised email will include images, lot descriptions and auction details. Cordelia Porter | Research Coordinator