5 One-of-a-Kind Gifts You Can Only Find at Auctions Like This
Gifting is easy when you’re picking from a catalog.
But gifting well—gifting something unforgettable, something meaningful, something one-of-a-kind? That takes a different kind of hunt.
That hunt ends here.
The Benefit Shop Foundation’s April 9th Manhattan Estates Auction is packed with rare finds from storied estates across the city. You’re not buying off a shelf — you’re stepping into the past and plucking something with history, elegance, and a soul. These aren't just gifts. These are conversations waiting to happen.
Below are five knockout pieces that are only available at an auction like this. Once they’re gone? They’re gone.
Womans Silver Toned Bejeweled Lighter
This isn’t just a lighter. It’s a statement piece disguised as an everyday object.
The Womans Silver Toned Bejeweled Lighter isn’t meant for the junk drawer. It belongs on a mirrored tray next to a crystal decanter or tucked into a velvet clutch at a roaring party. With intricate bejeweled detailing and a sleek silver-tone finish, this lighter blends utility with Old Hollywood glamor.
Perfect as a bold accessory, a coffee table accent, or a thoughtful gift for someone who lives for the details. Whether lit or left untouched, it sparks conversation wherever it rests.
Womans Silver Toned Bejeweled Lighter
You’re not gifting a lighter — you’re gifting mystique.
Want to uncover more treasures like this? Browse the catalog now.
Vintage Sterling Silver Marcasite Cocktail Ring
Some rings are shy. This one? It demands attention.
The Vintage Sterling Silver Marcasite Cocktail Ring is a masterpiece in miniature — edgy, bold, and dripping with vintage attitude. The marcasite stones shimmer like raindrops under candlelight, while the silverwork carries the charm of a bygone era.
Whether you're dressing up for a gala or elevating a weekday outfit, this ring doesn’t just complete a look — it definesit. It’s for the wearer who wants their hands to tell a story. A story of taste, power, and quiet rebellion.
Vintage Sterling Silver Marcasite Cocktail Ring
Gift it to the style icon in your life — or claim it before someone else does.
LUC Sterling Silver Multicolor Quartz Necklace
This necklace is a kaleidoscope of elegance.
The LUC Sterling Silver Multicolor Quartz Necklace strings together a dazzling spectrum of colors, set in timeless sterling silver. Every stone catches light differently, changing moods depending on what you wear it with — a wardrobe transformer.
This isn’t a necklace you wear to blend in. It’s the piece you choose when you want to be remembered. Whether gifted to a collector of statement jewelry or worn for your own bold arrival, it delivers impact with polish.
LUC Sterling Silver Multicolor Quartz Necklace
Pair it with neutrals to make it pop. Or go all in — and let it dance with bold patterns.
Lot Of Silver Toned Jewelry 5 Pieces
Here’s the beauty of a lot like this: it’s a treasure chest, not just a gift box.
The Lot Of Silver Toned Jewelry 5 Pieces offers five stunning and versatile pieces — ideal for mixing, layering, gifting individually, or building an entirely new jewelry wardrobe. Necklaces, bracelets, maybe even a brooch — this kind of curation turns heads, even before the box is opened.
You’re giving more than a single item. You’re giving options. Style evolution. The thrill of choosing what to wear next.
Lot Of Silver Toned Jewelry 5 Pieces
This is perfect for someone exploring their look, expanding their collection, or simply in love with silver.
Intrigued? Don't wait — browse the catalog before these are gone.
R. S. Sterling Silver Stone & Abalone Bracelet
The ocean lives in this bracelet.
The R. S. Sterling Silver Stone & Abalone Bracelet is an exquisite composition of natural beauty and silversmithing precision. The abalone glows with iridescent blues and greens — like looking into shallow tropical waters. The sterling silver frame adds just enough edge to keep it elevated.
R. S. Sterling Silver Stone & Abalone Bracelet
It’s part earthy, part luxury. Part artifact, part art.
Gift it to someone grounded, soulful, and effortlessly stylish. Someone who knows that great jewelry isn’t about size — it’s about soul. Or keep it for yourself — a small rebellion against mass-produced sameness.
How to Participate
Want in on the action? Here’s how to make one of these gems yours:
1. Browse the Catalog
Start by exploring all the items up for bid. You’ll be surprised what catches your eye.
2. Register to Bid
Create an account and get ready. The auction is open to everyone — collectors, decorators, gift givers, and curious newcomers alike.
3. Place Your Bid
Bidding begins on April 9th. Mark your calendar and be ready to act fast.
From first-time bidders to seasoned treasure hunters, The Benefit Shop Foundation makes it easy to claim a piece of history.
Make a Difference
Every dollar you spend at the April 9th Manhattan Estates Auction does more than bring home something extraordinary — it gives back.
Proceeds go to local nonprofits including Neighbors’ Link, the Boys and Girls Club, and Northern Westchester Hospital. That means every bid is a ripple of good: helping kids thrive, families grow, and communities flourish.
So when you win a Vintage Sterling Silver Marcasite Cocktail Ring, you're not just adding to your jewelry box — you’re changing lives.
This is style with substance. Elegance with impact. Giving, in every sense of the word.
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Want to give a gift that sparks awe?
That holds history in its hands?
That no one else will ever own?
Start your journey now. Browse the catalog. Place your bid. And bring something one-of-a-kind home.
