- 1816
'PADPARADSCHA' SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING
Estimate
160,000 - 250,000 HKD
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Description
- padparadscha sapphire, diamond, gold
Centring on an oval padparadscha sapphire weighing 6.49 carats, flanked on each side by a tapered baguette diamond, decorated by circular-cut diamonds extending to the shoulders, the diamonds together weighing approximately 1.45 carats, mounted in 18 karat white and pink gold.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to Gübelin report, the padparadscha sapphire is natural, of Ceylon origin, with no indications of heating. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the padparadscha sapphire is of medium, slightly pinkish orange colour, very clean to naked eyes and lively. Upon 10x loupe, there are natural fingerprints, not noticeable. Diamonds are about H to I colours, VS clarity. Condition: Karat white and pink gold mount, 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: 5¾
Accompanied by Gübelin report numbered 11111041, dated 30 November 2011, stating that the 6.49 carat padparadscha sapphire is natural, of Sri Lankan origin, with no indications of heating. Sapphires which have not been heated are scarce.