λ A collection of gold and gem-set jewels, comprising: three necklaces in high carat gold, two suspending a heart-shaped pendant, one pendant stamped 9999, combined gross weight 56 grams; a reconstituted turquoise and paste pendant, stamped 750; an American gold five dollar coin, dated 1908, later mounted in a gold pendant set with emeralds, rubies, sapphires and diamonds, length 4cm including bail; a carved coral ring and a shell cameo and diamond ring, each mounted in gold, sizes M1/2 and L; a gold box-link chain necklace suspending two cross pendants set with cultured pearls and diamonds; together with a pair of emerald and diamond cluster stud earrings; and a pair of ruby and diamond pendent earrings, length 2.3cm each, British hallmarks for 18ct gold

Composed of several subsidiaries, the Drouot Group is a major player in the art market. Hôtel Drouot, located in the heart of Paris, has been the world's largest public auction center since 1852. 15 salerooms are available to more than 70 auction houses. The emulation generated by an annual offer of 230,000 artworks from 21 major specialities - from Antiquity to street art - attracts some 3,000 visitors every day. The Group's digital platform, Drouot.com, offers digital sales - Live auctions (live broadcasting and participation in auctions), Online-only auctions (dematerialised auctions) and Buy Now sales (sales of lots at fixed prices). Nearly 2 million items are offered annually by 600 auction houses. Auction news is reported every week in La Gazette Drouot, the leading weekly magazine for the art market and culture published by Auctionspress.