TWO SAPPHIRE AND DIAMONDS RINGS

The first ring centring on a cabochon purple star sapphire weighing approximately 13.00 carats, within a cluster of brilliant-cut diamonds; and the second ring of bombé form, centring on an oval cabochon sapphire weighing approximately 24.00 carats, within a domed openwork surround channel-set with baguette diamonds together weighing approximately 2.00 carats, mounted in platinum. (2)

Colour and Clarity: According to the Gubelin report, the purple star sapphire is of violetish-purple colour, of Burmese origin with no indications of heating. in our opinion, semi transparent clarity. The side diamonds are about G to H colour, SI to I1 clarity. Some tiny nicks on the surface. For the sapphire, according to the Gübelin report, it is of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. The colour is medium blue colour, eye clean, except for two drilled holes to the bottom. A tiny surface-reaching hair-line fissure on the cabochon on one end. Surrounding baguette diamonds are about G to H colour and mostly VS clarity. Condition: Signs of wear commensurating with use, 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.

Ring size: 7 ¼ and 3 ¾ respectively

Accompanied by Gübelin reports numbered 0502099 and 0502100, dated 28 February 2005, stating that the 13.00 carat purple star sapphire and the 24.00 carat sapphire are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indications of heating. Sapphires which have not been heated are scarce.