Lot 1655
  • 1655

Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring

Estimate
1,400,000 - 1,600,000 HKD
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Description

  • pink sapphire, diamond platinum
Centring on an oval pink sapphire weighing 11.46 carats, flanked by two cushion-shaped diamonds weighing 2.06 and 1.99 carats respectively, mounted in platinum. Ring size: 5¾

Condition

Colour and Clarity: According to both AGL and GIA reports, the pink sapphire is natural, of Ceylon origin, with no indications of heating and clarity enhancement. Two cushion diamonds on side, according to GIA reports, are D and F colour, SI1 and VS2 clarity respectively. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the pink sapphire is of saturated purple pink colour, eye clean with lively brilliance. Upon 10x loupe, there are only some minor silk inclusions, not seen to naked eyes. Condition: Platinum ring 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.

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by AGL and GIA reports numbered CS 60366 and 2165148394, dated 8 May and 16 May 2014 respectively, stating that the 11.46 carat pink sapphire is natural, of Sri Lankan (Ceylon) origin, with no indications of heating. Also accompanied by two GIA reports numbered 1168610439 and 5156631151, dated 12 May 2014, stating that the 2.06 and 1.99 carat diamonds are F and D colour, VS2 and SI1 clarity.