Lot 497
  • 497

Sapphire and diamond ring

Estimate
68,000 - 110,000 CHF
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Description

  • Sapphire, diamonds, platinum
The oval sapphire weighing 18.77 carats, highlighted with shoulders and a frame of circular-cut diamonds, size 50, sizing band, French assay and partial maker's marks.

Condition

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 71804, stating that the sapphire weighing 18.77 carats and weighing 15.28 x 14.00 x 9.32 mm is of Ceylon origin, with no indications of heating. Partial French maker's mark. Stamped with French assay mark and PT950 for platinum, and Or for gold. The sapphire is blue of medium strong saturation, for further information please refer to the SSEF report; with good transparency and typical crystal inclusions, a cavity to the girdle and an inclusion to the table facet visible under 10x magnification. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 2.75 - 3.25 carats, estimated G-J colour, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. Sizing band. Minor signs of wear to the metal consistent with light use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 14 grams.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."