RARE FANCY INTENSE BLUE DIAMOND AND DIAMOND RING

Set with an emerald-cut fancy intense blue diamond weighing 3.72 carats, flanked with inverted emerald-cut diamonds, accented by pavé-set brilliant-cut diamonds, the diamonds together weighing approximately 2.20 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold.

Colour and Clarity: According to GIA report, the principle diamond is natural, of Fancy Intense Blue colour, Internally Flawless clarity. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the intense blue diamond shows a noticeable, steely blue colour in face-up view, good brilliance. Other emerald-cut diamonds to the sides are about F colour, VVS2 to VS1 clarity. Condition: Classic ring mount, in very good condition, almost as new.
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.

Accompanied by GIA report numbered 16856374, dated 27 February 2008, stating that the 3.72 carat diamond is natural, Fancy Intense Blue colour, Internally Flawless clarity.