18 Karat Gold, Platinum, Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond and Near Colorless Diamond Ring, France, Circa 1890

Of crossover design set with a marquise-shaped diamond of fancy intense yellow color weighing 2.87 carats, and a marquise-shaped near colorless diamond weighing 2.12 carats, flanked by old European-cut and single-cut diamonds weighing approximately .15 carat, size 6½, partial maker's mark, French assay mark.

In good condition. Accompanied by GIA report no. 2145412131 stating that the 2.87 carat diamond is Fancy Intense Yellow, Natural Color, VS1 clarity. The near colorless marquise diamond is approximately K to L color, SI to I clarity. The smaller round diamonds are approximately near colorless and decorative in quality. The maker's mark a horizontal lozenge: the first letter is missing, the second letter is a P, with an "&" above the unidentified central symbol.
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.
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Accompanied by GIA report no. 2145412131 stating that the 2.87 carat diamond is Fancy Intense Yellow, Natural Color, VS1 clarity.