SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING

Centring on an oval sapphire weighing 3.49 carats, flanked on each side by a half moon-shaped diamond, mounted in platinum.

Colour and Clarity: Accompanied by AGL report stating that the sapphire is of Kashmir origin. In our opinion, the sapphire is of intense velvety blue colour, nice brilliance. Under 10x loupe, stone is fairly clean with some abrasion and nicks to the stone's surface, minor surface reaching feather under the girdle on side of the stone, silk lines, all not visible to naked eyes. The half moon shaped diamonds together weighing approximately 0.55 carats, of G to H colour, VS2 to SI1 clarity. Condition: Signs of normal wear and scratches commensurate with age, 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: 6½

Accompanied by AGL report numbered CS 30329, dated 16 July 1996, stating that the 3.49 carat sapphire is natural, of Kashmir origin, with no evidence of heat treatment.