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Antique show draws bigger crowd

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A 1920’s French bracelet handcrafted in platinum, with diamonds and sapphires.

Opening day at the Miami Beach Antique Jewelry & Watch Show saw a nine per cent increase in attendance over last year.

“The show floor had a palpable buzz every day of the event,” said Dan Darby, GLM vice-president and U.S. Antique Shows group director. “Many of our exhibitors reported that show sales far exceeded their expectations.”

Exhibitors featured one-of-a-kind pieces from the likes of Cartier, Rolex, Tiffany & Co., David Webb, Harry Winston, Patek Philippe, and Van Cleef & Arpels, as well as antique, vintage, and estate jewellery and watch collections. Other styles include coral, aquamarine, and topaz, along with classics like diamonds, emeralds, sapphires, and rubies.

Exhibitor Lenore Dailey reported a strong showing from international attendees.

“As in the past, my customers represented many different cities and countries,” she said. “I did business with English, Dutch, Belgian, Italian, and Australian dealers, plus many buyers from New York and California.”

The next event scheduled for U.S. Antique Shows is the Pier Antique Show on Nov. 22 to 23 in New York City.

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