Auction Previews at Skinner Inc. | Park Plaza

Skinner is one of the world’s leading auction houses for antiques and fine art.  It is the only full-service auction house with their headquarters in New England. Founded over four decades ago, Skinner offers more than 60 auctions annually. Skinner auctions reach an international audience and showcase the unique, rare, and beautiful in dozens of categories, including the fine and decorative arts, jewelry, modern design, musical instruments, science and technology, wine, and many others. Currently Skinner has two locations; Marlboro MA and Park Plaza Boston. One of their specialty areas is the Fine Jewelry Department.  This department was founded by Gloria Lieberman in 1980.  She sought Bostonian Jewelers, specifically Hagop Matossian for expert restorations.

“ At last I have found someone to repair antique jewelry without destroying it and within a reasonable timeframe” Gloria Lieberman Vice President | Skinner Inc.  Explore more Gloria Lieberman

 
As a complement to its auction preview, Skinner invites you to participate in its Jewelry Clinic, hosted by Mr. Hagop Matossian from Bostonian Jewelers.  Mr. Matossian, an antique and period jewelry restoration expert, is viewed by his peers in the industry as a pioneer in laser restoration techniques.  For the past 30 years, he has collaborated with dealers and private collectors on restoration and alteration projects.  He will be available for individual consultations concerning items in the action throughout the afternoon”
Hagop Matossian attending Sale 2671B in lot #666

Mr. Matossian’s passion for vintage objects and his “ make it right” attitude gives him a unique perspective during the Fine Jewelry preview.  All preview attendees
are welcome to ask Mr. Matossian about objects in the sale. Some items included are in perfect condition and others have been gently loved over the years.  He can provide his opinion on condition, restoration or value in the marketplace.

The Skinner Jewelry Auction provides two full preview days, as well as their online catalog (below).  The Live Auction is always scheduled on a Tuesday. If you plan on a visit to Skinner’s Park Plaza location for the preview, Mr. Matossian is only available on the Sunday prior, from 12 to 5pm. 

If you have questions regarding your own vintage or period restoration and would like to schedule a consultation with him in his Downtown Boston location, please call 617-523-2934 or email him directly at hagop@bostonianjewelers.com.

Bostonian Jewelers & Manufacturers, Inc., located in downtown Boston in the Jewelers Exchange Building, specializes in estate and period restoration, custom design and manufacturing exceptional jewelry. Family owned and operated since 1969, Bostonian Jewelers uses the latest in Laser technology.  They can restore even the most intricate of antique and period jewelry in platinum, gold, sterling silver and base metal.
 
Skinner’s Holiday auction is always the event of the season and is sure to bring all things Merry and Bright. 

“ Fine jewelry offerings at Skinner include estate, antique, modern, and artist-designed fine jewelry and gemstones from the 18th through 21st centuries.”

 
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