Lot 343
  • 343

Alexandrite and diamond ring, Jérémie Pauzié

Estimate
370,000 - 540,000 CHF
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Description

  • Jérémie Pauzié
  • Alexandrite, diamonds, gold
Set with a cushion-shaped alexandrite weighing 23.75 carats, in a decorative mount set throughout with brilliant-cut diamonds, size 54, signed Jérémie Pauzié, French assay and maker's marks.

Condition

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 55437, dated 9 February 2010, stating that the cushion-shaped alexandrite weighing 23.75 carats, measuring 17.94 x 14.74 x 10.34mm, is of Ceylon origin, with no indications of treatment and with a strong colour change. Signed Jérémie Pauzié, French maker's mark, French assay mark for gold, mounted in white gold. Alexandrite brownish green under daylight and purple under incandescent light, excellent transparency, with few inclusions, one feather near the girdle; for further details on the stone, please refer to the SSEF report. Diamonds bright and lively. No signs of wear to the metal. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 10 grams.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
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