Best Moment: Diamond Bracelet & Van Cleef & Arpels Ring

"As Shirley Temple would say, 'Oh, my goodness!'" Kevin Zavian appraises this diamond bracelet and Van Cleef & Arpels ring in New Orleans, Hour 1.
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[@Indusxstan]

Imagine the generosity of the lady. To give it away to people for being personable. ... she had class.

[@blakris9382]

I think she stole them from the old lady lol

[@AjCxOfficial]

blakris xD

[@cristinaabriz6321]

Aj

[@AjCxOfficial]

Cristina Abriz Yes?

[@blakris9382]

@@AjCxOfficial no

[@deliuslyndon8340]

I would have loved to meet the old woman who wore these baubles. She clearly had a fabulous style.

[@carolv8450]

That ring design is gorgeous, even if was not real diamonds!

[@OphiuchiChannel]

@@carolv8450 they were real only the pearl was cultivated.

[@saraboot8002]

I bet the woman who owned them would have had some amazing life stories x

[@riobrasilsambashowssambist1453]

@@L-mo she watched the video, she knows. She was only saying EVEN IF it wasn't real, i is still gorgeous

[@justinmin6623]

Absolute GAG

[@caneface87]

If Robert De Niro went into Auctioneering instead of Theatre

[@tobysmom1111]

If you look away from the screen I would swear it's Robert DeNiro!!

[@lifeofreilly9943]

Lol

[@tobybartlett]

😂 This guy could make some hilarious De Niro deepfakes.

[@TheRsg315]

That’s appraisal not auction

[@icybear1234]

I see KZbin recommendations have brought us all together again

[@jmlnursing1084]

Hahahahaha

[@carterfrvr]

As always this year.

[@Angela-vl8yw]

“I’m not here for the bracelet.” Ha, that’s classic New York right there.

[@AJR-zg2py]

When De Niro talks, you listen lol

[@EnoVarma]

Great showmanship.

[@buckeye256]

Love it when Kevin does an appraisal!

[@terrancebrown87]

“We were apart of the Trader Vicks Sunday night dinner event” “Once a month for twelve years” Moments in time are precious and for some reason that struck a cord with me.

[@davidmehnert6206]

All those drinks with little umbrellas. & so many Tiki torches.

[@christinadobz9893]

Her responses and expressions were just as phony as the story.

[@SkinnyCow.]

Guy sounds like he can give an offer you can't refuse.

[@samanthab1923]

And looks like it too! Badda bing

[@hayleywise7403]

What a beautiful friendship these 3 must have had for those 12 years. And what a blessing the couple must've been to this widow for the rest of her life. ❤❤❤

[@maybeaspider3456]

12 years of the lady's husband banging the widow lol

[@michaelfedorsha8147]

This appraiser makes it seem like he’s about to say it’s worth $1.5 million

[@HomeEmpress]

Right ? !

[@bubblebutt4919]

Ikr

[@siliconjim2554]

That's because he loves the work and doesn't just look at dollar signs.

[@bobbycratchet3958]

It felt like he was calling a play by play at a baseball game and not simply appraising a ring. Hanging his every word, on the edge of your seat in the bottom of the 9th, bases loaded, score tied, 2 outs, 2 strikes, 3 balls and the pitcher lines up his throw...

[@GameChanger597]

That's kind of what I thought too. In all honesty it seems like it should be closer to that amount then only 15 to $20,000. That seems ridiculously low for 18 carats of diamonds

[@eiforget]

I absolutely love this appraiser, Kevin Zavian..he's my favorite on Antiques Roadshow.

[@Lonewolfmike]

His father used to do appraisals on the show, too.

[@christinetookey5637]

The accent of this fella is brilliant 👏👏 I love it!

[@eiforget]

He's always reminded me of Actor, Dennis Farina..

[@basehead617]

@@eiforget I knew he reminded me of someone

[@hxhdfjifzirstc894]

@@eiforget Yes, Dennis Farina! That's it! I guess we were all thinking it, and you said it.

[@collisw8302]

This lady deserves it, she seems very kind.

[@SandraNelson063]

I hope she wears these with real pleasure, remembering how she and her husband had lovely dinners with a fine lady for yrs. Yes they are expensive, but they were made to be worn and enjoyed. For nice dinners , theatre nights, special holidays. Yes, in the event of some family disaster they can be sold. That's how fine jewelry gets released back into the wild. But until then, do ax the widow would want; wear them in happiness.

[@davidwalter8821]

Yeah they are expensive indeed but made to be worn

[@davidwalter8821]

Hello Sandra how are you doing

[@virg0_lem0nade]

yes i think gifts like that are so beautiful because they can be worn and enjoyed for many generations, but also sold for necessity if that time ever comes. maybe this woman's child or grandchild will come into hard times someday and will truly need the money that this would bring at auction, the value of which may increase even more someday. i think it's a gorgeous gift to pass down whether it's worn or sold.

[@andieelaine7271]

I think that the older woman wanted those two pieces to go to someone who admired them and would wear them. To go to dinner once a month for years and years, that’s a special relationship. The new owner should wear them and cherish the memory of her friend.

[@davidwalter8821]

@@CaliMel184 Hello how are you

[@MrStGeorgeIllawarra]

Van Cleef & Arpels is a magic name.

[@deliuslyndon8340]

Truly.

[@pickingwilddaisies945]

Ikr first time I have heard it 😱

[@ctmagnus760]

He's endearing, and she is a sweetheart!

[@glamdolly30]

The lady must have been very fond of this woman to leave her such a special gift! It speaks very well of her that she was so highly regarded.

[@katrinamoorhead3513]

You

[@megalopolis2015]

Both pieces are Lovely, but the ring is breathtaking. A true work of art.

[@SilentHotdog28]

I like the Bracelet more myself, each to their own I guess.

[@hxhdfjifzirstc894]

Personally, I thought they were both on the ugly side, but they're far better than some of the stuff ARS has been showing lately, like that ugly bat necklace, etc.

[@megalopolis2015]

@@hxhdfjifzirstc894 See, I would have adored the bat necklace, too, though I understand that it takes an unusual person to appreciate things like that. :0)

[@SUN-it6rf]

Sweetness and kindness of this couple in their young days was the magic for this lonely widow. She showed her gratitude with her cherished pieces of jewelry. This lady deserves it and wear it with pride. God bless. 💗💗🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@WaterChleo]

Ya gotta love the way she lights up when she hears "VCA." She obviously has done a bit of homework on her jewellery, and I bet it made this so much more exciting!

[@Nancoman]

Kevin Zavian is a really nice guy. I met him in Omaha, while working the show, the second time AR came to Nebraska. We talked for a minute about the weather (ha), and a bit more about cars. I had a 1963.5 Ford Galaxie 500, and he started talking about some late 1950's Chrysler he had. He really made my day, for taking a few minutes to chat.

[@zaspermonarch6144]

That ring is absolutely beautiful. What an awesome gift.

[@twmlloyd5257]

Love this guy, his mannerism is great

[@rayjonest.v7258]

Antique road show is my #1 show, I watch.

[@phoenixdavida8987]

Love it!!! Wise man!

[@karenscrazycutecrafts]

wow! This gift couldn't have gone to a sweeter woman.

[@ZoOnTheYT]

Gee, why don't you think she is a sweet woman? Let me guess, because she's.....just not into crazy witch cackling?

[@HealthyandLovingLife]

@@ZoOnTheYT OP didn't say she wasn't sweet. They literally said it couldn't have gone to a sweeter woman...meaning there is no sweeter woman.

[@elenaarman-tang7811]

I agree. She seems genuinely appreciative before she even knew the current value of the ring and bracelet.

[@ZoOnTheYT]

@True Irony A) You are correct B) This was settled a long time ago. Your profile name is apropos, I guess.🤷🏻‍♂️

[@SharpLady53]

What a sweet, lovely woman. 🌺

[@cultclassic999]

I love when sweet down to earth people like her gets a pleasant surprise like this. She deserved it.

[@narcissismisadisease]

Alexander Jackson I say prayer for you. I pray...dear god please forgive this dummy he know not what he say.

[@WildWildWest30000]

The design of the ring is stunning!

[@IDGAF.WTF.]

You're stunning

[@carolv8450]

Yes, I loved the design, don't see any like that anymore.

[@gordongo7919]

He: I'm here for the ring She...hyperventilates

[@jamiewoods9222]

I was amazed at how close the diamonds were in the ring. They look like each diamond used the other diamond as the proms. I think it's called. The puece that would normally hold the diamond in place. Awesome thou.

[@DukeJames]

@@jamiewoods9222 Would make me nervous that they might all fall out.

[@TomBuikema]

I could listen to that man appraise items all day long.

[@TheLuckyjoenga]

That pearl is perfection! The ring only enhances it's beauty.

[@hoolia4987]

Ive never seen a ring like that before. Breathtaking 😲

[@davidevans3175]

I'll give you 3 grand. I've gotta clean it, have a frame made, I'm taking all the risk here. Oops, wrong show.

[@williamkirk9604]

That's funny!

[@fuivz8317]

😂😂😂

[@bellagrace9812]

Lol....aaahhh.....too funny🤣

[@Lonewolfmike]

The Rick jokes never get old. LOL

[@nancyfarris5093]

Bahahaha!

[@alwaysnever446]

I'm happy for her, she seem so kind.

[@w.urlitzer1869]

"As Shirley Temple would say, 'Oh, my goodness!'" and for Mae West to reply: "Goodness had nothing to do with it"

[@EnoVarma]

They like each other. That's what makes their interaction so sweet and charming.

[@swebigmac100]

Touching and moving, and what a beautiful ring

[@lprophit]

"im not here for the braclet, im here for the ring.. so let's go! "love that guy!

[@AndySaenz]

I love this show! Every antique item has a great story behind it. This jewelry is so beautiful, it's totally worth buying it at auction!

[@cathycasuccio3227]

The Official Andy Saenz oh! i must’ve missed the part where she said she was going to put them up for auction. well, good luck on your bids. 😉

[@NorthernSweetPea]

Aw I love this, and the woman seems so nice. I hope she enjoys the gifts her friend left to her.

[@TheAnn2shoes]

Beautiful jewellery, love it. And I LOVE that guy's accent, pure NY mafia!

[@cultclassic999]

Both pieces are stunning!

[@garymacmillan6401]

He sounds like he should be in Googfellas. Badda bing., badda boom.

[@Myview246]

This is why I invest in beautiful pieces of jewelry every now and again, I'm hoping some of them will go up in value some day for my children.

[@KryzMasta]

It’s so fitting they had Dennis Farina present this.

[@Dr.TJ_Eckleburg]

Literally his character from Snatch.

[@julieparker1954]

Hahahaha fogeddaboudit

[@lynnmarie6219]

Miss Farina , his movies. RIP. 🌹

[@TheNaturalebeauty]

🤣🤣

[@janeflip1]

He does look like him!

[@bobp1016]

What beautiful gift. They are both amazing.

[@daisyy99]

What a lovely story. Once a month dinner gathering. A lovely occasion to look forward to.

[@miniciks1115]

Wow, I love both of them! Lucky lady.

[@Timbergal]

Her reaction were so measured lol...I wonder if she got into her car afterwards and started SCREAMING!!!

[@irishman4671]

Both items are spectacular, but that ring. Wow!

[@amichaels8346]

I love when he says: so lets go, I got excited with anticipation & suspense..😀

[@mollysunshine8312]

I imagine what those would look like professionally cleaned. They would sparkle

[@srw9621]

the guy in the back is planning on grabbing and running

[@mokachyna22]

SRW 96 he’s a lurker for sure.

[@taramauroa]

i though he was in love with the appraiser lol

[@Jackben1mble]

I know hahahaha

[@crossbones8956]

This appraiser is awesome. I loved this whole video.

[@geebrewer8186]

oh my, I love pearls too, what a beautiful ring, and how nice of the lady to will it to her.

[@m_smart]

WOW look at that ring. amazing!!

[@MahaswetaMDas]

Her Love for her friend is Priceless❤ stay blessed lady🙏

[@davidwalter8821]

Yeah

[@davidwalter8821]

Hello how are you doing mahaswta

[@foshoy7548]

Absolutely beautiful pieces!

[@19gregske55]

A jeweller would need access to many, many packets of diamonds to match the stones in this bracelet. Superb. A famous quote comes to mind: "Quality is remembered, long after price is forgotten" Oscar WILDE (1854-1900)

[@fvckoff4ever561]

He sounds just like my grandfather. That old Bronx accent.

[@peterlewis3540]

I could swear he was one of Joe Pescis soldiers, in Goodfellas.

[@phoenixdavida8987]

He sounds like Larry David.

[@amandawhisnant622]

I'm southern, live in SC. We've got some great folks who moved down here from new York and New jersey. I don't mind hearing their accent. Bless their hearts, many of them came down because of 9/11

[@victortamini847]

One of my favorite episodes. “I’m not here for the bracelet.”

[@fortvne9268]

Never have I ever heard someone describe the durability of a diamond bracelet as "build like a truck," but now I have! Awesome expert.

[@lindacrowley5315]

This woman is so sweet. What a beautiful bracelet and ring. I love Kevin Zavians appraisals!

[@user-sb7hb6zp4c]

Most beautiful style of pearls I can't can't stop watching it I'm in love with it

[@AndySaenz]

This jewelry is mesmerizing! 😍 💎 💍

[@lisaresmen7082]

Absolutely gorgeous!!!!!!!

[@pascibs1579]

Beautiful pieces... lovely story

[@carianin5293]

Stunning. Love the old European cuts. Fantastic VCA ring.

[@cynthialee3228]

Both are lovely pieces....how fortuitous she is!

[@SharpLady53]

*fortunate

[@1171]

The ring is beautiful!

[@karaamundson3964]

Awesome story! Love how he handled both estimates. We used to go to TV's when I was a child!

[@haifaabusalem6953]

Beautiful friendship..

[@barbarawenger7161]

Breathless; the story and appraisal 🌹

[@missybuck6916]

Beautiful pieces

[@kellydouglas7232]

This is by far is my FAVORITE VCA Video ☘

[@jamesfield1674]

That ring is gorgeous

[@fairmaidenvoyage87]

Gorgeous!

[@simonalyneenderz3247]

Gorgeous!!!

[@sharonh2991]

OMG that bracelet with the baguettes

[@karaamundson3964]

Awesome story! We used to go to TV"s when I was a child!

[@ericsgranny8933]

Really beautiful!

[@johnathonwebster5720]

Brilliant appraiser great guy!!

[@niftyonlineresaleplus7523]

Beautiful bracelet ❤️

[@tigergreg8]

That woman enjoyed her company and knew full well that in time that jewelry would only go up in value.

[@angelina2408]

What an amazing story!

[@blktauna]

I just love Kevin Zavian

[@TheShmoo123]

Wow, they are beautiful.

[@DD-d6d3]

The ring is stunning.

[@sgd.6830]

This lady is such a sweetheart 🥰

[@karanrobinson3448]

Stunning !!

[@occdoc8423]

The updated appraisal of $15K-20K is still low. A total of 18 carats of fine white diamonds set in heavy platinum?? More like 30K-50K.

[@cultclassic999]

I was thinking the same thing. That bracelet is worth much much more than this appraisal, even if we don't know who made it.

[@kiwi007]

May not be, it depends on the clarity of the diamonds. If they were top grade it would be worth millions. Obviously they are not, they have inclusions. Flawless diamonds are expensive, don't be fooled by the carat or size.

[@sandramullen7804]

I agree and was thinking same I would have thought the bracelet would be worth. Around 50k but clarity is everything in diamonds . D flawless and vvsi or flawless. Would be millions

[@tdmj2812]

He couldn’t find a signature, that’s why he low balled her.

[@ingriddubbel8468]

He is the expert. What are your credentials?

[@edvardtosmanov5062]

That guy in the back giving the jealous stink eye the whole time 😂

[@bilbobaggins4710]

After the show he knocked her on the head and ran off with her jewels 😥

[@cathycasuccio3227]

Mike Pevency serious?!?

[@tsastsastss]

😂

[@edtaggart9779]

BEAUTIFUL

[@nancyforoughi5517]

What a sweet lady! Beautiful jewelry!

[@bilbobaggins4710]

Little known fact...She whacked the old hag for her jewelry 😥

[@funjuror]

Marvellous, what often surprises me is marks on jewellery, pots, etc., that the owners have never seen, even having owned them for decades.

[@francisphillips53]

What a sweet lady.. awesome gift.

[@bellalugosi5853]

Beautiful jewelry!

[@joellenjohnson4038]

BEAUTIFUL STORY LOVE IT

[@clairecadoux471]

What a wonderful story......

[@scootdaws25]

I like that guy. Very knowledgeable and funny, too!

[@tessareynolds8377]

Beautiful jewelry.

[@lvsweets]

Omg that ring. I love pearls

[@dadaevan]

Kevin is my fave. New Yawk accent and all!

[@bilbobaggins4710]

Fugit about it

[@tankgirl6446]

So was I!!!! Omg in the 70's we went to trader Vic's every Sunday