- 1725
PINK SPINEL AND DIAMOND RING, IVY
Estimate
180,000 - 220,000 HKD
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Description
- pink spinel, diamond, gold
Centring on a cushion-shaped pink spinel weighing 4.27 carats, surrounded by circular rose-cut diamonds, decorated by trilliant pink spinels, the diamonds together weighing approximately 2.65 carats, mounted in 18 karat pink and blackened gold, signed. Ring size: 6ΒΌ
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to GRS report, the pink spinel is natural, of Burmese origin, with no indication of thermal treatment. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the spinel is of vivid pink colour, eye clean and very lively. Upon 10x loupe, there is a tiny surface opening on the crown and a feather on side, not noticeable to naked eyes. Tiny spinels are of strong pinkish red colour, eye clean. Rose-cut diamonds are about J to K colours, VS to SI1 clarity. Other tiny diamonds are K to L colours, VS clarity. Signed "IVY" to the shank.
Condition: Karat pink gold ring mount, in very good 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.
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
Accompanied by GRS report numbered GRS2013-011685, dated 24 January 2013, stating that the 4.27 carat spinel is natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indication of thermal treatment.