Industry Insider

MAKING MILESTONES The old is new again, thanks to a sophisticated set of designers who are imaginatively taking inspiration from brands’ archives to celebrate their 2019 anniversaries. Milan based Buccellati celebrates its 100th year with Maria Cristina, granddaughter of Buccellati’s founder, revealing the launch of the Vintage collection to Asia Tatler earlier this year. Bulgari, meanwhile, marks the 20th anniversary of its Colosseum-inspired B.zero1 line with additional pieces – more than two million rings have been sold worldwide since it was first launched in 1999. And Dior celebrates 20 years since Dior Joaillerie was established with a breathtaking collection called Gem Dior. The expansive unveiling of no less than 99 colourful pieces includes rubies, emeralds and pink sapphires. WINNING BIDS This year, Christie’s Magnificent Jewels auction totalled a whopping HK$348,640,250 thanks to top…