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$40+ million: Sky is the limit for Fabergé at auction
A Fabergé egg, carved from rock crystal more than 100 years ago, is expected to command a remarkable return when it heads to auction in December.
The Winter Egg is studded with 1,660 diamonds and was a gift from Nicholas II, the last Emperor of Russia, to his mother, Dowager Empress Maria Feodorovna. The piece was crafted by Alma Theresia Pihl, one of only two female designers at Fabergé, and includes platinum, double-handled trelliswork basket set with carved quartz flowers and rose-cut diamonds
The Winter Egg will head to Christie’s auction house in London on 2 December and is expected to sell for more than £20 million ($AUD40.93 million). This piece has already set the world record for the sale of a Fabergé egg at auction on two occasions – returning $AUD13.95 million at Christie’s in Geneva in 1994 and $AUD14.72 million at Christie’s in New York in 2002.
“The highly important Winter Egg has twice set the world record for a work by Fabergé and represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to acquire a masterpiece of such calibre,” Christie’s explained.
“It is among the most lavish of Fabergé’s Imperial creations and is widely regarded as one of the most original and artistically inventive Easter eggs the house produced for the Imperial family.
“The sale will also feature just under 50 exceptional works by Fabergé, including hardstone figures, animals, objects de vertu and furniture, offering collectors a rare opportunity to acquire masterpieces from this extraordinary collection.”
A total of 50 Imperial Easter Eggs were produced by Fabergé between 1885 and 1916. Of those, 43 eggs are still believed to exist and are located in museums around the world. It’s believed that seven, including the Winter Egg, are privately owned.
Fabergé was founded in 1842 and, earlier this year, was sold to a technology investor as part of a $AUD76.2 million deal.
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India Delegation Arrives In Paris For Three Days Of Learning, Business & Collaboration
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GJEPC has brought a delegation of 17 leading Indian jewellery manufacturers to Paris for an intensive three-day programme aimed at building business, design collaboration, and long-term partnerships with French buyers, retailers, designers, and luxury brands.The delegationwas led by Shaunak Parikh Vice Chairman, GJEPC
The strategic trade mission comes as India’s gem and jewellery exports to France surged 19.72% year-on-year, reaching US$ 478.78 million in FY 2025–26 (up from US$ 399.93 million in FY 2024–25). Key drivers of this growth include:
- Gold Jewellery Exports: US$ 159.53 million (+18.69%)
- Cut & Polished Diamonds: US$ 204.07 million (+4.69%)
Despite rapid growth, India currently holds a 3.8% share of France’s total US$ 12.61 billion gem and jewellery import market, highlighting significant untapped potential for Indian exporters.
Strategic Briefing at the Embassy of India
The delegation’s engagement commenced on 13 October with an expert briefing at the Embassy of India in Paris on “The French Market & the Marketing of Desirability.” The session focused on French consumer trends, luxury brand positioning, sustainability, and market entry strategies. Key insights were delivered by:
- Anish Kumar Singh, GJEPC Representative for France & Founder, Bhartiya Paris Club
- Dr. Marta Marcheva, Executive Director, Institut Sup de Luxe
- Céline Dassonville, CEO, ethiwork
The three-day initiative includes market visits, knowledge sessions, and high-level networking, culminating in an exclusive Buyer-Seller Meet (BSM) on 15 October 2026 at the Marriott Champs-Élysées, Paris.
Participating Indian Companies
The 17 Indian manufacturers representing the country’s high-end craftsmanship and design capabilities are: Asian Star Co. Ltd, DNJ Creation LLP, Fine Jewellery Manufacturing Ltd, Goldstar Jewellery Pvt. Ltd., KGK Creations (India) Pvt. Ltd., Malya Jewel Craft, Neysa Jewellery Ltd, NTS Navrattan Jewellers Pvt. Ltd., Patdiam Jewelry Ltd, Priority Jewels Ltd, Renaissance Global Ltd, S. Vinod Kumar Diamonds Pvt. Ltd., Sunjewels Pvt. Ltd., Supergems Jewellery, Tanvirkumar & Company, UniDesign Jewel, and Walking Tree Atelier Pvt. Ltd.
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