- 2583
SAPPHIRE RING
Estimate
800,000 - 1,200,000 HKD
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Description
- SAPPHIRE, KARAT GOLD
Set with a cushion-shaped sapphire weighing 22.45 carats, to a split shoulder set with circular-cut sapphires, mounted in 18 karat white and blackened gold.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to GRS report, the sapphire is natural, of Burmese origin, with no indication of thermal treatment, of vivid blue, GRS type "royal blue" colour. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, sapphire shows a deep and strong, rich blue colour, slightly included to naked eyes. Upon 10x loupe, there are silk and fingerprint inclusions, not noticeable when worn. Tiny sapphires in the surround are strong blue colour, eye clean.
Condition: In mint 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
Ring size: 5½
Accompanied byGRS report numberedGRS2011-041220, dated 13 April 2011, stating that the 22.45 carat sapphire is natural, of Burmese origin, with no indication of thermal treatment.