Lot 1114
  • 1114

MAGNIFICENT AND RARE FANCY INTENSE ORANGY PINK DIAMOND RING

Estimate
28,000,000 - 36,000,000 HKD
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Description

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Simply set with an oval fancy intense orangy pink diamond weighing 19.73 carats, to a diamond-set basket and shank, mounted in platinum.

Condition

Colour and Clarity: According to GIA report, the oval diamond is of natural, Fancy Intense Orangy Pink colour, VVS1 clarity. Also accompanied by Gubelin report, stating that the diamond is of natural Fancy Pink colour, VVS1 clarity, type IIa category. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the oval diamond has a noticeable pink hue, nice brilliance without showing much of the usual bowtie reflection in face up view. Tiny diamonds on the mount are probably of E to F colours, VS clarity. Condition: Simple open back ring mount, in mint condition.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Catalogue Note

Ring size: 5½

Accompanied by GIA report numbered 11446324, dated 11 April 2001, stating that the 19.73 carat diamond is natural, Fancy Intense Orangy Pink colour, VVS1 clarity; also accompanied by Gübelin report numbered 0109403, with an appendix stating that the diamond has properties typical of type IIa natural pink diamonds. Diamonds of this type and colour, as well as possessing a superior quality, are very rare and will most certainly evoke references to the historic term of "Golconda".