- 1956
VERY FINE SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING
Estimate
5,500,000 - 6,300,000 HKD
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Description
- sapphire, diamond, platinum
Centring on a step-cut sapphire weighing 8.65 carats, flanked on each side by an emerald-cut diamond weighing 0.55 and 0.53 carat, mounted in platinum.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to both Gübelin and AGL reports, the sapphire is natural, of Kashmir origin, with no indication of heating and other treatments. Two emerald-cut diamonds on side are matching, of E colour, VS1 clarity. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the sapphire is saturated, rich blue colour, very clean to both naked eyes and loupe check.
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: 5¾
Accompanied by Gübelin and AGL reports numbered 1005560 and CS42140 respectively, stating that the 8.65 carat sapphire is natural, of Kashmir origin, with no indications of heating. Sapphires which have not been heated are scarce. Also accompanied by GIA reports numbered 5111426489 and 5111426492, dated 22 August 2011, stating that the 0.55 and 0.53 carat diamonds are both E colour, VS1 clarity.