- 1930
LIGHT PINK DIAMOND AND DIAMOND RING, Cartier
Estimate
4,700,000 - 6,300,000 HKD
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Description
- platinum, diamond
Centring on an emerald-cut light pink diamond weighing 13.19 carats, flanked on each side by a tapered baguette diamond, mounted in platinum, signed and numbered 6163. Ring size: 4ΒΌ
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to GIA report, the emerald-cut diamond is natural, of Light Pink colour, VS1 clarity. Separate letter states that this pink diamond is of type IIa category. Please refer to the report and letter for details. In our opinion, the pink diamond shows a barely visible light pink face-up colour, very good brilliance. Two tapered diamonds are about F to G colours, VS clarity. Signed Cartier to the shank, with 2 numbers, one barely visible as 9837 and the other 6163.
Condition: Vintage platinum ring mount, with signs of normal surface wear to the metal, otherwise in 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 GIA report numbered 1152381740, dated 11 April 2013, stating that the 13.19 carat diamond is natural, Light Pink colour, VS1 clarity; also accompanied by diamond type classification report stating that the diamonds are determined to be a Type IIa diamond. Type IIa diamonds are the most chemically pure type of diamond and often have exceptional optical transparency.