- 2850
FINE DIAMOND RING, CIRCA 1931, Cartier
Estimate
16,000,000 - 20,000,000 HKD
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Description
- diamond, platinum
The ring simply set with a square emerald-cut diamond weighing 14.43 carats, flanked by single-cut and tapered baguette diamonds together weighing approximately 1.20 carats, mounted in platinum, signed and numbered 40012.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to GIA report, the square emerald-cut diamond is D colour, Internally Flawless clarity. Also accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity stating that the diamond is of type IIa category and the ring was made by Cartier London in 1931. Please refer to the report and certificate for details. In our opinion, the diamond has very charming and lively brilliance, very rare to emerald-cut diamond. Other diamonds are probably of E to F colours, VVS to VS clarity. Engraved "CRHSA 40012" to the shank.
Condition: Vintage ring mount, has signs of wear and minor scratches to the metal, otherwise in very 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.
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 GIA report numbered 2111483617, dated 22 December 2009, stating that the 14.43 carat diamond is D colour, Internally Flawless clarity; also accompanied by Cartier certificate of authenticity and a signed box.