December
Jewellery: Then, Now & Always

Jewellery: Then, Now & Always

Date: 7th Dec, 2022 11:30

Entries are invited for our next Jewellery auction on 12th January. For a complimentary, no-obligation valuation, make an appointment to visit our Glasgow Galleries, contact our specialists by clicking this link and completing the short form, or call us on 0141 810 2880.  

November
Jewellery Through the Ages

Jewellery Through the Ages

Date: 25th Nov, 2022 10:30

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Jewellery Auctions are held every three weeks and are open to entries. To consign to our next Jewellery auction, make an appointment to visit our Glasgow Galleries or contact our specialists by clicking this link and completing the short form. 


Fall Into The Jewellery Auction

Fall Into The Jewellery Auction

Date: 3rd Nov, 2022 11:30

Jewellery Auctions are held every three weeks and are open to entries. 

For a complimentary, no-obligation valuationmake an appointment to visit our Glasgow Galleries, contact our specialists by clicking this link and completing the short form, or call us on 0141 810 2880.  

October
Autumn Elegance: Jewellery for Every Season

Autumn Elegance: Jewellery for Every Season

Date: 14th Oct, 2022 10:30

In the midst of the changing of the seasons, now is the perfect time to add a new piece of jewellery to your collection. Beautiful fiery diamonds, opals and warm gold will help to take the chill out of the Autumn air. October’s birthstone is opal, well-catered for in this auction. Also featured is a unique cameo brooch depicting an artistic scene, of the rarer variety and will no doubt be much admired ahead of the auction.

A gorgeous selection of earrings set with diamonds and precious gems make the perfect gift for a loved one and, with styles to choose from including stud, cluster and drop, we warmly invite you to our Jewellery Auction to find your perfect pair.

Entries entries are invited for our next Jewellery auction on 3rd November. To consign to this auction, make an appointment to visit our Glasgow Galleries or contact our specialists by clicking this link and completing the short form.

September
Season of Gold: Autumn Jewellery

Season of Gold: Autumn Jewellery

Date: 22nd Sep, 2022 11:30

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Entries are invited for the next Jewellery auction taking place 14 October. 

For a complimentary, no-obligation valuation, make an appointment to visit our Glasgow Galleries, or contact our specialists by clicking this link and completing the short form. 


Summer Jewels: Diamonds & More

Summer Jewels: Diamonds & More

Date: 2nd Sep, 2022 10:30

Entries are invited for our next Jewellery auction on 22nd September. For a complimentary, no-obligation valuation, make an appointment to visit our Glasgow Galleries, contact our specialists by clicking this link and completing the short form, or call us on 0141 810 2880.  

August
Modern, Period & Antique Jewellery

Modern, Period & Antique Jewellery

Date: 11th Aug, 2022 12:30

The Jewellery Auction featured modern, period and antique jewellery for all tastes.

With many different styles of jewellery, there were many options to explore to find the perfect piece. Items such as a contemporary diamond ring with a multitude of bezel set diamonds, dainty daisy cluster earrings and diamond pendants were all featured in this summer auction.

A beautiful and unusual morganite and diamond pendant was included. The pastel pinky peach stone complimented by the bright diamonds surrounding it, which could also be said for a pair of bright peridot and diamond stud earrings.

Jewellery Auctions are held every three weeks and further entries are invited for the next jewellery auction on 2nd September. For a complimentary, no-obligation valuation, make an appointment to visit our Glasgow Galleries, contact our specialists by clicking this link and completing the short form, or call us on 0141 810 2880.  

July
The Contemporary Collection

The Contemporary Collection

Date: 22nd Jul, 2022 10:30

The jewellery auction featured a stunning selection of items going under the hammer with diamonds, gold and unusual pieces being snapped up by keen bidders. 

A gorgeous diamond two stone ring was snapped up by a local buyer for an impressive £3,600. Gold gem set and dress rings saw fierce competition in the saleroom, while a beautiful ruby and diamond panther pendant achieved £650, alongside a much sought after Georgian diamond ring, which fetched £850. Signet rings proved very popular with bidders at home and abroad, while a fashionable tricolour gold necklet and bracelet set brought bidding over £2000.  

Entries are invited for our next jewellery auction taking place on 11th August. To consign to this auction, make an appointment to visit our Glasgow Galleries or contact our specialists by clicking this link and completing the short form. 

June
Summer Jewels: Antique & Contemporary

Summer Jewels: Antique & Contemporary

Date: 30th Jun, 2022 12:00

Entries are invited for the next jewellery auction, taking place 22 July. For a complimentary, no-obligation valuation, make an appointment to visit our Glasgow Galleries, contact our specialists by clicking this link and completing the short form, or call us on 0141 810 2880.  


Antique & Contemporary Jewellery

Antique & Contemporary Jewellery

Date: 10th Jun, 2022 10:30

The auction featured an array of beautiful lots including rings set with diamonds and precious gems and a variety of antique jewellery, which attracted fierce bidding on the day. 

The highlight of the auction was an impressive Victorian serpent necklet. Its undulating body set with turquoise was highlighted by its fierce face, with bared teeth and ruby and diamond eyes. This was much admired on view and on the day, attracted competition on the phone and internet. The hammer eventually fell at a staggering £10,500 and sold to a local Glaswegian. 

Entries are invited for the Jewellery Auction taking place on the 22nd of July. To consign to this salemake an appointment to visit our Glasgow Galleries or contact our specialists by clicking this link and completing the short form. 

May
Impressive Jewellery: From Scotland & the world

Impressive Jewellery: From Scotland & the world

Date: 19th May, 2022 13:00

Scottish, English, Indian and Continental jewellery brought bidders from across the globe to our saleroom for this dedicated auction. 

Entries are invited for our next jewellery auction taking place on 30th June. For a complimentary, no-obligation valuation, make an appointment to visit our Glasgow Galleries, contact our specialists by clicking this link and completing the short form, or call us on 0141 810 2880.  

April
Decadent Jewels: Perfect for Spring

Decadent Jewels: Perfect for Spring

Date: 29th Apr, 2022 10:30

Diamond solitaires and multi stone rings are starting their new chapters, being donned by delighted bidders the world-over. A striking pair of pearl and emerald earrings topped by birds in flight brought a flutter of bids in the room, on the phone and online, eventually selling at ten times estimate. Gold continues to perform extremely well in this dedicated auction, and antique jewellery is in demand with our bidders across the globe. 

Entries are invited for our next Jewellery auction taking place on 19th May.

For a complimentary, no-obligation valuation, make an appointment to visit our Glasgow Galleries or contact our specialists by clicking this link and completing the short form, or call us on 0141 810 2880.  


Timeless: Jewellery to Last a Lifetime

Timeless: Jewellery to Last a Lifetime

Date: 7th Apr, 2022 12:00

An impressive pair of diamond stud earrings exceeded their estimate to achieve a hammer price of £7,200. Also enjoying success were an Italian eighteen carat gold necklace by Carli of Lucca, the oldest jewellers in the world, and an impressive gold locket containing not only a photograph but also a posy of dried flowers. Diamond jewellery continues to perform very well in this dedicated, international sale. 

Entries are invited for the next auction of jewellery, taking place 29 April. For a complimentary, no-obligation valuation, make an appointment to visit our Glasgow Galleries, or contact our specialists by clicking this link and completing the short form. 

March
Victorian & Contemporary Jewellery

Victorian & Contemporary Jewellery

Date: 18th Mar, 2022 9:30

Highlights of this international sale included an impressive natural sapphire and diamond ring, with tanzanite also proving popular. A stunning diamond brooch, an impressive Scottish agate buckle bracelet and a Tiffany & Co 'Open Heart' pendant also brought the bidders in their droves to the auction room, the phones and online. 

Entries are invited for the next auction, taking place 10 April. For a complimentary, no-obligation valuation, make an appointment to visit our Glasgow Galleries, contact our specialists by clicking this link and completing the short form, or call us on 0141 810 2880.  

February
Jewellery For Every Occasion

Jewellery For Every Occasion

Date: 27th Feb, 2022 12:00

Diamonds continue to out-perform pre auction expectations in this international auction. Be it rings, earrings, pendants or bracelets, the appetite for antique and contemporary jewellery remains strong at McTear's. Gold jewellery, too, is much in demand and benefits from this dedicated audience of jewellery enthusiasts.  

Entries are invited for the next jewellery auction on 18 March. For a complimentary, no-obligation valuation, make an appointment to visit our Glasgow Galleries, contact our specialists by clicking this link and completing the short form, or call us on 0141 810 2880.  


Forever in Fashion: 19th & 20th Century Jewellery

Forever in Fashion: 19th & 20th Century Jewellery

Date: 4th Feb, 2022 10:30

Entries are currently invited for the next auction of jewellery, taking place 27 February. For a complimentary, no-obligation valuation, make an appointment to visit our Glasgow Galleries, or contact our specialists by clicking this link and completing the short form. 

January
Jewellery: Vintage & Modern

Jewellery: Vintage & Modern

Date: 16th Jan, 2022 12:00

One highlight of this auction was a GIA certificated yellow heart shaped diamond ring which captured the hearts of the national and international bidding audience. With fierce competition in the room and online, the hammer came down at £11,000 to a Scotland-based buyer. A certificated trilogy ring proved as popular as ever, fetching £4,400.

Entries are currently invited for the next auction of jewellery, taking place 4 February. 

Advice on selling jewellery is free and without obligation. To discuss consigning to a McTear's auction, make an appointment to visit our Glasgow Galleries or contact a specialist by clicking this link and completing the short form.