- 2837
SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING
Estimate
1,250,000 - 1,500,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- diamond, sapphire, platinum
Centring on a sugar loaf cabochon sapphire weighing 5.33 carats, flanked on each side by a pear-shaped diamond, decorated by brilliant-cut diamonds, the diamonds together weighing approximately 2.20 carats,
mounted in platinum.
mounted in platinum.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to Gübelin and AGL reports, the cabochon sapphire is natural, of Kashmir origin, with no indications of heating. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the sapphire is of medium, intense velvety blue colour, clean to both naked eyes and loupe check. Two pear-shaped diamonds togther weighing approximately 1.80 carats, are about H to I colours, VS2 clarity. Other tiny round diamonds are about G to H colours, VS clarity. Stamped Stephen Russell to the shank.
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: 6
Accompanied by Gübelin and AGL report numbered 11081013 and CS 31005 respectively, dated 18 August 2011 and 15 July 1997, stating that the 5.33 carat sapphire is natural, of Kashmir origin, with no indication of heat enhancement. Sapphires which have not been heated are scarce.