- 1812
ALEXANDRITE AND DIAMOND RING
Estimate
180,000 - 230,000 HKD
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Description
- alexandrite, diamond, gold
Set to the centre with an oval alexandrite weighing 4.31 carats, to a mount set with brilliant-cut diamonds, edged by faceted diamond beads, the diamonds together weighing approximately 5.30 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to AGL report, the alexandrite is natural, of Ceylon origin, showing strong to prominent colour-change effect upon different lighting, with Excellent to Very Good "Estimated Total Quality Integration Rating". Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, this alexandrite shows medium plum red in incandescent lighting, and medium bluish green in daylight. Eye clean, with minor natural inclusions upon loupe check, not noticeable. Round diamonds are about F to G colours, VS clarity. Diamond beads are about G to I colours, SI clarity.
Condition: This ring is offered without reserve. Karat white gold 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: 6¾
Accompanied by AGL report numbered CS 39715-1, dated 3 June 2008, stating that the 4.31 carat alexandrite is natural, of Sri Lankan (Ceylon) origin, displays strong to prominent colour-change.