- 1308
Red Spinel, Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Estimate
60,000 - 90,000 HKD
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Description
- spinel, yellow sapphire, diamond, gold
Centring on a cushion-shaped red spinel weighing 3.00 carats, to a stylised mount surrounded by circular-cut diamonds, embellished by pear-shaped yellow sapphires, mounted in 18 karat yellow gold. Ring size: 6ΒΌ
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to the GRS report, the red spinel is natural, of Burmese origin, with no indication of thermal treatment. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the red spinel is of a vivid orangy red colour, good brilliance. Under 10x loupe, there is a minute inclusion under the table and a surface reaching nick, not noticeable to naked eyes. The yellow sapphires are of medium to medium light yellow tone. Under 10x loupe, a few stones have minor feather inclusions, otherwise generally clean. The diamonds are about G-H colours, VS-SI clarity.
Condition: In very good condition. This lot is offered without reserve and proceeds will be donated to a charitable organization, Operation Smile.
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
Accompanied by GRS report numbered GRS2012-020100T, dated 24 February 2012, stating that the 3.00 carat spinel is natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indication of thermal treatment.