藍寶石配鑽石戒指

• 橢圓形天然「喀什米爾皇家藍」藍寶石重20.22卡拉
• 鉑金及18K黃金鑲嵌
• 附品牌刻名
指環尺寸：3¾

Accompanied by Gübelin, SSEF and GIA reports numbered 15105176, 83588 and 1172540567 respectively, stating that the 20.22 carat sapphire is natural, of Kashmir origin, with no indications of heating. GIA and SSEF also state that the colour of this sapphire may also be called 'royal blue' in the trade and SSEF reference standards. Further accompanied by SSEF and Gübelin appendices and GIA letter named the sapphire as 'The Pride of Kashmir.', and C. Dunaigre report number CDC1512048 stating that the sapphire is of Kashmir origin, with no indications of heating, vivid blue ("Cornflower blue") colour, quality grade exceptional. Also accompanied by SSEF folio report and Gübelin gemological profile. Please refer to the reports for further details. Ring mount signed HW and indistinctly numbered 30867(?), stamped PT950 and Or 750 for platinum and 18 karat yellow gold. Sapphire velvety blue of strong saturation, good brilliant and lively, eye-clean, with a few very minor typical surface reaching inclusions at one corner, minor abrasions and nicks but all are not noticeable to the naked eye. The diamonds weighing approximately 0.80 carat in total, about G-H colour, SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. Signs of normal wear to the metal, with sizing beads, in very good condition. Case stamped Harry Winston.
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.Certificates of Authenticity: Various manufacturers may not issue certificates of authenticity upon request. Sotheby's is not under an obligation to furnish the purchaser with a certificate of authenticity from the manufacturer at any time. Unless the requirements for a rescission of the sale under the Terms of Guarantee are satisfied, the failure of a manufacturer to issue a certificate will not constitute grounds to rescind the sale. Gemological Certificates and Reports: References in the catalogue descriptions to certificates or reports issued by gemological laboratories are provided only for the information of bidders, and Sotheby's does not guarantee and accepts no responsibility for the accuracy, terms or information contained in such certificates or reports. Please also note that laboratories may differ in their assessment of a gemstone (including its origin and presence, type and extent of treatments) and their certificates or reports may contain different results.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.

附瑞士Gübelin證書（編號1510517，日期2015年10月26日）、瑞士SSEF證書（編號83588，日期2016年1月12日）及美國GIA證書（編號1172540567，日期2016年3月29日）• 藍寶石產地為喀什米爾 • 未經加熱處理 • SSEF及GIA指藍寶石呈「皇家藍」色 SSEF書函進一步指「其驕人的份量達20.225卡拉，而且擁有極為吸引的顏色及極好的淨度...正因為它如此出眾的特質，所以被冠以「喀什米爾之傲」的稱號。」• 另附SSEF Premium Appendix folio書冊 另附品牌盒子乙個

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喀什米爾之傲

在長年白雪皚皚的喜馬拉雅山脈中，隱藏著來自喀什米爾的珍貴藍寶石。雖然喀什米爾產區名聲顯赫，但其實喀什米爾藍寶最令人嚮往的是其濃郁柔和的色澤，以及此等寶物珍稀罕有的程度。

1879至1882年其間，因為一次山泥傾瀉，喀什米爾才被發現是藍寶石的礦床。其後礦源破大量開採，出產了一些來自該礦區最頂級的藍寶石和晶體。但此「老礦」在1887年已被開採殆盡，取而代之的「新礦」亦因為惡劣天氣和礦藏有限於1908年被關閉。其實，自從首次被發現以來，因為該地區位置偏遠，加上政治動盪，礦源一直都只能進行零星的開採。

喀什米爾藍寶石的藍色色彩柔若絲絨，被比喻為孔雀的脖子，在任何光線下都絕不失色，不會像其他產區的產物出現偏紫或灰的色調。喀什米爾的藍寶石之所以能散發如此獨一無二的顏色，這是因為內裡的微細內含物能將光線分散，但它們卻不會影響到寶石的透亮度，亦不會打亂內含化學元素的精妙平衡。

藍寶石長久以來都是高貴、忠心和誠實的象徵，用以表達愛、和諧、真理及誠心。在古羅馬時代，國王、王后和統治者認為藍寶石能保護他們免於嫉妒與傷害。在中世紀時候，教會人員則會佩戴藍寶石首飾象徵天堂。

香港蘇富比於2014年10 月在同一個拍場中相繼刷新喀什米爾藍寶的拍賣價紀錄：先以每卡拉193,975美元拍出一顆鑲嵌在卡地亞戒指上的12.00卡拉藍寶，然後再以每卡拉236,404美元拍出一顆重17.16卡拉的方形藍寶。事隔一年，同樣是在香港蘇富比秋拍中，一顆重達27.68卡拉的喀什米爾藍寶刷新了新紀錄，以每卡拉242,145美元成交，此紀錄至今依然由此藍寶保持，可見來自此傳奇產區的藍寶石持續受到追捧，魅力不減。

是次拍賣呈獻的「喀什米爾之傲」，獲得瑞士權威Gübelin固寶琳鑑定所的肯定，並有此描述：「(它)擁有絲絨般豐富飽和及均勻的色彩，結合極高的透明度， 切割亦精細勻稱。」此藍寶石無疑是喀什米爾產物中最巔峰的代表之一，也是各位寶石藏家有機會收歸囊中的大自然瑰寶。