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Padparadscha Sapphire, Gem-set and Diamond Ring
Estimate
180,000 - 250,000 HKD
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Description
- Orange Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite Garnet, Diamond, Gold
Centring on an oval padparadscha sapphire weighing 5.04 carats, to a bombé surround set with diamonds, coloured sapphires and garnets, mounted in 18 karat pink gold. Ring size: 6¼
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to both GIA and GRS reports, the padparadscha sapphire is natural, with no indications of heating, of Sri Lanka origin in GRS report. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the padparadscha sapphire is of medium orangy pink colour. Upon 10x loupe, there are some natural fingerprints and crystal inclusions, not noticeable to naked eyes. The coloured sapphires are of medium purple-pink, light pink, orange and yellow colour; tsavorite garnets are medium yellowish green tone, all clean to naked eyes with lively brilliance. Diamonds are about H to I colours, VS to SI clarity.
Condition: Karat pink gold 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.
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 GIA and GRS reports numbered 7122879560 and GRS2013-020070T, dated 10 January 2012 and 14 February 2013 respectively, stating that the 5.04 carat padparadscha sapphire is natural, of Sri Lankan origin, with no indications of heating.