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To find the best Art Deco engagement rings, paintings and antiques of the day, there's no better place than auctions and estate sales to discover them. These events often have lots full of valuables that can no longer be found at traditional jewelry stores and art shows.

One event that's expected to draw a large crowd of jewelry buyers is the Government Auction sale slated for October 28. Here, bidders will be able to find everything from antique jewelry to paintings, all ready to bring home and add to their collections. One item that's predicted to garner plenty of attention is a 26 carat diamond necklace.

The necklace itself measures 17 inches and has a 14 karat white gold chain. The diamond is eye-popping in size and dazzles under the light, making it a must-have for diamond collectors and women interested in having a sparkler around their necks.

Whether you're interested in expanding your collection of art or jewelry, there's no better place to start than at an auction. Even if you can't make it to an event, more auction houses are offering online and phone bidding to those in other parts of the country.

There's nothing more thrilling than nabbing a vintage brooch or an Art Deco ring at auction if you're a jewelry collector, and it's this type of excitement that drew several people to the Capo Auction Fine Art and Antiques sale hosted on September 22.

AntiquesAndTheArts.com reports that at this event, the auction house was able to sell off more than $650,000 of art and jewelry, making it its biggest success yet. At the Capo Auction Fine Art and Antiques sale, everything from eighteenth century furniture to paintings were auctioned off.

Individuals were able to place bids by phone and online, tactics which more auction houses are offering to garner heightened attention from jewelry buyers and collectors from around the world.

There are many benefits to buying at auction, one of which is the opportunity to get your hands on items that are no longer in production, yielding significant value. Bankrate.com suggests doing your homework beforehand so you know what you're getting yourself into before you participate in the sale. Even if you've participated in an auction in the past, buffing up on your knowledge can give you an advantage against other bidders.

When it comes to finding valuable vintage brooches, watches, bracelets and necklaces, jewelry buyers will tell you that auctions are some of the best places to locate these items. Whether you're a collector or you're simply in the market for something nice, these sales often have several gems in the rough that can turn out to be extremely worthwhile.

One event where you might find an item worth bragging about is the upcoming Woody Auction in Wichita, Kansas. On October 27, bidders will have an opportunity to nab everything from antique pocket watches to jewelry dating back more than a dozen years.

These pieces are a part of Bill Middleton's collection, the man who is playing a role in hosting the auction to see his items go to the highest bidders. Middleton has been collecting everything from ladies' rings to watches for approximately 30 years.

Whether you're interested in attending the Woody Auction or a different event in your area, you don't always have to be present to bid on these valuables. Many sale organizers now accept online and phone bids for collectors who are serious about taking advantage of items on the market.

As most jewelry buyers and collectors will tell you, it's hard to beat what you can find at a good auction. Here, you can nab everything from Art Deco engagement rings to bracelets that simply can't be found anymore at your local jewelry store.

An upcoming auction to be held on October 4 is expected to attract collectors and jewelry lovers from throughout the St. Louis area for this reason. Scotsman Coin and Jewelry will be holding its first jewelry and heirloom sale at the Silver Dollar and Rare Coin Expo, according to St. Louis Today.

Live bidding will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the event, which will have approximately 300 lots full of unique collectible jewelry. Online bids are also being accepted for those who can't make it to the event.

If you're interested in visiting an auction or an estate sale but you've never done so before, you might be nervous as to how bidding on specific items works. For those who're fearful of bidding on a piece and paying more than it's worth, Skinner Inc. recommends being fearless in the showroom. By going with your gut and buying what you like, you can be sure you're heading home satisfied with the outcome.

As most jewelry buyers will tell you, auctions give collectors a prime opportunity to cash in on valuables that can't be found elsewhere in this day and age. Soethby's is one example of an auction house that regularly hosts sales offering everything from vintage jewelry to traditional art, and its collection is expected to grow.

The Associated Press reports that Soethby's recently signed a deal with GeHua Art Co. of Beijing which will give it 80 percent control of the company, assuming the Chinese government approves of the measure. This means that Soethby's will have access to more Chinese valuables, such as jewelry, pottery and art.

In 2011, China was the largest market for fine art, making up approximately 41 percent of the fine art sold around the world. Because China is becoming a prominent player in the auction world, Soethby's is expected to make a bigger mark in the industry with its pending deal.

Whether you're interested in diamonds or gold, auctions are great places to find the valuables you're interested in. You might want to consider estate sales if you want to expand your jewelry collection, as well.

When it comes to everything from antique jewelry to valuable art, auctions have it all. As vintage jewelry collectors will tell you, auctions can give buyers a prime opportunity to find gems that are unique and timeless in nature.

One sale that's expected to be popular among collectors and general jewel enthusiasts alike is the Buxbaum Jewelry Advisors event slated for October 2012. At the auction, individuals will have the chance to bid on everything from loose diamonds to colored gemstones that can't be found anywhere else.

"The auction represents an excellent source of value for opportunistic buyers on both coasts," said Michael Lebowitz, executive vice president of the firm. "The selection runs the gamut, from lower-end, 'everyday' items all the way to higher-end, finished pieces created by a well-known designer."

A preview of the items set to go on sale will be held in the first week of October in Los Angeles, followed by another showing in New York City midway through the month.

As the Skinner Inc. blog states, it's important to go into auction with a fearless mindset, whether the sale features high-priced diamonds or vintage brooches. Through experience, you can become more comfortable with these timeless treasures and work to add them to your collection. 

While the popularity of sapphire engagement rings and other colored gemstone baubles might seem like a thing of a past, it seems that more people are becoming interested in this trend once again – especially at auctions.

Recently, a fancy pink diamond auctioned off at a Sotheby's sale fetched approximately $1.4 million, according to JCK Magazine. The gem was nearly 5.08 carats in size, and appraisers didn't expect the diamond to sell for as much as it did – the original estimate was about $700,000.

"While many of our top 10 prices came from American trade buyers, both signed jewels and stones under 10 cts. brought spirited bidding from collectors worldwide," Gary Schuler, head of Sotheby’s jewelry department in New York said in a statement, according to the website.

Another colored jewel that drew attention at the sale was a pear-shaped fancy intense diamond pendant in an orange-pink hue. This item brought more than $770,000 by the end of the Soethby's event.

Whether you're interested in aquamarine rings or emerald pendants, there's no better time to begin collecting colored jewels. 

As many antique jewelry collectors will tell you, some of the best places to find unique valuables are auctions and estate sales. Whether they once belonged to a member of the royal family or a notable person in your local community, the items found at these events are typically difficult to come by, and the rarity can make them even more desirable.

One philanthropist and notable New York City resident who now has valuables coming to auction is Brooke Astor. Even though she passed away in 2007, Sotheby's has just announced that it will be offering the late Astor's items to bidders interested in everything from vintage jewelry to Asian furnishings, according to the Associated Press.

Approximately 64 pieces of jewelry will be up for auction at the event, including an emerald and diamond earring and necklace set, which was one of Astor's most prized possessions. The philanthropist also owned several dog paintings, silverware and tea sets, all of which will make an appearance at the Sotheby's event.

Whether you're interested in Art Deco jewelry or paintings by famous artists, there's no better place to nab these pieces than at auctions and estate sales.

Whether you like to collect estate brooches or diamond pendants that date back to a different era, there's no better place to find these valuables than at an auction. Here, you'll be able to hone in on everything from ruby engagement rings to bracelets that can no longer be found in your present day jewelry shop.

One upcoming auction that's expected to draw a large crowd is the Cowan's Auctions sale, slated to be held on September 27. The event will feature 372 lots at the Cowan's Auctions salesroom, but internet bidders will also be permitted to submit their offers online, according to LiveAuctioneers.com.

Some of the key items that are predicted to make a splash at the event include an 18-karat white and fancy color diamond station drop pendant and a pair of 18-karat white and fancy yellow diamond drop earrings. As colored diamonds and gems grow in popularity, more people are looking for baubles incorporating the trend at auctions and estate sales.

Whether you're interested in designer jewelry or antique pieces that date back to another time, there are many opportunities to possess valuables that can mesh perfectly with the rest of your collection.

When it comes to jewelry auctions, many people attend to scout out the most valuable estate engagement rings and bracelets to add to their collections, but once in a while, something out of the blue will steal the show.

This happened to be the case at a recent Sotheby's auction where a piece of jewelry showed up, once belonging to the renowned Jane Austen. The ring has a large turquoise set in gold, and it was eventually given by Austen to her sister, Cassandra, after her death, according to MSNBC.com. For years, it flew under the radar by scholars. At the auction, it sold for more than $236,000.

"Jane Austen's simple and modest ring is a wonderfully intimate and evocative possession. The price achieved today and the huge level of interest it has generated, is a remarkable testament to the author's enduring appeal and her place at the heart of our literary and cultural heritage," Gabriel Heaton, Sotheby's manuscripts specialist, told Reuters.

Although Austen's ring simply resembles any other cocktail ring dating back to the 19th century, bidders at the auction proved that this isn't any old piece of jewelry.