Lot 1926
  • 1926

IMPORTANT DIAMOND RING

Estimate
19,000,000 - 21,000,000 HKD
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Description

  • diamond, gold
Simply set with a pear-shaped diamond weighing 17.74 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold. Ring size: 5ΒΌ

Condition

Colour and Clarity: According to GIA report, the pear-shaped diamond is of D colour, Internally Flawless clarity, with Excellent Polish and Symmetry. Separate letter also states that the diamond is type IIa diamond. Please refer to the report and letter for details. In our opinion, the diamond has a pleasing outline and face-up brilliance. Conditon: Karat white gold 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

Accompanied by GIA report numbered 2155472423, dated 28 May 2013, stating that the 17.74 carat diamond is D colour, Internally Flawless clarity, with Excellent Polish and Symmetry; also accompanied by diamond type classification report stating that the diamond is determined to be a Type IIa diamond. Type IIa diamonds are the most chemically pure type of diamond and often have exceptional optical transparency.