Black Rock Galleries

Gems & Findings from the Estate of Martha Melvin

Sale closed on
Wednesday, September 17th 2025 at 8:05 PM EST
Location: BRG Fairfield

175 Items VIEW ALL ITEMS
 
BRG is pleased to present the 16th exclusive online auction featuring the estate jewelry collection of the late Martha Melvin. This auction features an eclectic mix of gold (18k, 14k and 10k) and sterling silver jewelry findings as well as precious and semi-precious gemstones. This is a great opportunity to bid on some fresh-to-the-market jewelry pieces for rings, bracelets, pendants, chains, earrings, and more. Happy bidding!

ABOUT MARTHA MELVIN
A beloved figure in Winston-Salem, NC, Martha was a prominent jewelry and coin business owner for nearly three decades. She was renowned for her keen eye for detail, her expertise in estate valuations, and her talent for discovering hidden gems at auctions along the eastern seaboard. She traveled extensively, acquiring unique items and creating custom-designed jewelry for her loyal Southeastern clientele.
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BRG FAIRFIELD
290 Post Road
Fairfield CT 06824

Friday, 9/19, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
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BRG BOSTON
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318 Bear Hill Road
Waltham MA 02451

Saturday, 9/20, 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
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BRG GREENWICH
179 Hamilton Ave
Greenwich CT 06830

Wednesday, 9/24, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
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(For Select small items inc. jewelry, coins other smaller items. Only USPS flat rate boxe are available for this service.) Transport fees may apply in addition to postage.
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ITEMS IN THIS AUCTION

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  • Black Rock Galleries
    Lot #: 1
    18k Yellow Gold Scalloped Diamond Halo, Milgrain Edged Ring Semi-mount, App. 0.75 TCW, Size 7-.
    Closed
    $551.00 Winning Bid
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    Lot #: 2
    Round Brilliant Cut Diamond, 0.85 CTS, GIA Cert, Inscribed
    Closed
    $600.00 Winning Bid
  • Black Rock Galleries
    Lot #: 3
    Loose Stone: Oval Faceted Emerald, CTS: 2.98
    Closed
    $161.00 Winning Bid
  • Black Rock Galleries
    Lot #: 4
    14k Yellow Gold Baguette And Round Diamond Semi-mount, App. 0.86 TCW, Size 5.5
    Closed
    $356.00 Winning Bid
  • Black Rock Galleries
    Lot #: 5
    Platinum Diamond Set Seven Stone Cluster Component, App. 0.30 TCW, Unfinished
    Closed
    $42.00 Winning Bid
  • Black Rock Galleries
    Lot #: 6
    Loose Stone: Pear Faceted Blue Topaz, CTS: 5.06
    Closed
    $71.00 Winning Bid
  • Black Rock Galleries
    Lot #: 7
    14k White Gold Diamond Halo Milgrain Edge Earring Jacket Semi-mounts, App. 0.21 TCW
    Closed
    $225.00 Winning Bid
  • Black Rock Galleries
    Lot #: 8
    Round Brilliant Cut Diamond, 1.00 CTS, GIA Cert
    Closed
    $978.00 Winning Bid
  • Black Rock Galleries
    Lot #: 9
    Platinum Vintage Diamond Halo Semi Mount, App. 0.82 TCW, Size 5
    Closed
    $510.00 Winning Bid
  • Black Rock Galleries
    Lot #: 10
    Loose Stone: Emerald Cut Faceted Aquamarine, CTS: 21.52
    Closed
    $119.00 Winning Bid
  • Black Rock Galleries
    Lot #: 11
    Loose Stone: Round Diamond, CTS: 0.41
    Closed
    $130.00 Winning Bid
  • Black Rock Galleries
    Lot #: 12
    14k Yellow Gold Beautiful Vintage Diamond Set Slide, App. 0.18 TCW, With Milgrain Edging
    Closed
    $358.00 Winning Bid
  • Black Rock Galleries
    Lot #: 13
    Loose Stone: Oval Faceted Tourmaline, CTS: 4.67, With Intaglio Engraving
    Closed
    $45.00 Winning Bid
  • Black Rock Galleries
    Lot #: 14
    Charles Krypell 18k Yellow Gold Semi-mount, Ruby And Diamond Semi Mount, Size 5.75+
    Closed
    $687.00 Winning Bid
  • Black Rock Galleries
    Lot #: 15
    Marquise Brilliant Cut Diamond, 0.77 CTS, GIA Cert
    Closed
    $435.00 Winning Bid
  • Black Rock Galleries
    Lot #: 16
    Loose Stone: Emerald Cut Blue Topaz, CTS: 26.45
    Closed
    $151.00 Winning Bid
  • Black Rock Galleries
    Lot #: 17
    18k White Gold Ornate Round Diamond Semi-mount, App. 0.48 TCW, Size 6.75, New
    Closed
    $626.00 Winning Bid
  • Black Rock Galleries
    Lot #: 18
    Round Brilliant Cut Lab-Grown Moissonite, 0.89 CTS, GIA Cert
    Closed
    $54.00 Winning Bid
  • Black Rock Galleries
    Lot #: 19
    14k Yellow Gold Striking Diamond Halo Pendant Semi Mount, Round Profile, App. 0.20 TCW, New
    Closed
    $161.00 Winning Bid
  • Black Rock Galleries
    Lot #: 20
    Loose Stone: Oval Faceted Peridot, CTS: 19.69
    Closed
    $128.00 Winning Bid
Gems & Findings from the Estate of Martha Melvin, Sale closed on Wednesday, September 17th 2025 at 8:05 PM EST, Buyer's Premium: 22%, 175 Items | 09/17/2025 | Black Rock Galleries. Black Rock Galleries provides high end estate liquidation services through online estate auctions and a 50,000 sq ft designer showroom. estate liquidator, estate sale, online auction, antiques, fine art, liquidation, clean outs, auction, consignment, interior design, fine jewelry, collectibles, appraisals, estate appraisals, estate services, decor, furniture, furniture consignment, antique center, consignment shop. We offer appraisal services and specialize in fine art, jewelry, antiques and decorative arts. Sell with us. Black Rock Galleries is the tri-state's largest estate liquidator serving New England and the greater New York City area. We are the trusted source for expert appraisals, auction services, estate sales, and consignments. Black Rock Galleries is the east coast's largest and most trusted estate liquidator, with locations in Connecticut, greater Boston, MA and Raleigh, NC, Fairfield, Southport, Apex, TX. We are the best source for expert appraisals, auction services, estate sales and consignments. We have served thousands of families and estates with compassion, professionalism and expertise. BRG works with attorneys, executors, realtors and families to bring the greatest return on personal and estate property in the current market. Our unique combination of services make us the easy choice to get the job done in a timely and stress-free manner. We are with you from the initial consultation to the final clean out. Our house-built online auction software platform offers clients a dynamic approach to liquidating their personal property. This venue is most successful in bringing the best return with the least amount of disruption for our clients. See our services page for a complete description of this offering. Gems & Findings from the Estate of Martha Melvin, Sale closed on Wednesday, September 17th 2025 at 8:05 PM EST, Buyer's Premium: 22%, 175 Items | 09/17/2025 | Black Rock Galleries
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