- 1648
Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Estimate
280,000 - 380,000 HKD
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Description
- sapphire, diamond, platinum
Centring on an oval sapphire weighing 27.60 carats, to a surround set with circular-cut and tapered baguette diamonds, mounted in platinum. Ring size: 6ΒΌ
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to GIA report, the sapphire is natural, of Ceylon origin, with no indications of heating. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the sapphire is of medium violetish blue colour, eye clean. Upon 10x loupe, this sapphire is quite clean with only a few very minor fingerprints and surface abrasions along corners, not seen to naked eyes. Diamonds together weighing approximately 0.80 carat, are about F to G colours, VS clarity:
Condition: Platinum ring mount, with signs of wear to the shank, overall 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 7188679702, dated 18 November 2014, stating that the 27.60 carat sapphire is natural, of Sri Lankan (Ceylon) origin, with no indications of heating.