- 1657
STAR SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING
Estimate
120,000 - 150,000 HKD
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Description
- star sapphire, gold, diamond
Centring on a cabochon star sapphire weighing 24.16 carats, to a stylised mount set with brilliant-cut diamonds together weighing approximately 1.20 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to GRS report, the star sapphire is natural, of Ceylon origin, with no indication of heating. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the star sapphire is of medium light blue colour, semi-transparent with distinct and centered asterism upon spot illumination. Upon 10x loupe, there are crystal inclusions and natural corrumdum growth zoning, not noticeable to naked eyes. Diamonds are about H to I colours, VS clarity.
Condition: Platinum ring mount, 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: 6ΒΌ
Accompanied by GRS report numbered GRS2011-081348, dated 15 August 2011, stating that the 24.16 carat star sapphire is natural, or Sri Lankan Origin, with no indication of thermal treatment.