Sapphire and diamond ring

Set with an oval cabochon sapphire, in a mount set with brilliant-cut diamonds, size 52.

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 87523, stating that the oval cabochon sapphire weighing approximately 19 carats and measuring approximately 16.75 x 13.80 x 8.10mm, is of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. Please note that Sotheby's is not responsible for the accuracy of any estimated weights provided by gemmological certificates. Stamped 750 for 18 carat gold, mounted in yellow gold. Sapphire blue of medium strong saturation, with a moderate star effect (asterism), translucent, with typical surface reaching inclusions; for further details on the stone, please refer to the gemmological report. Diamonds bright and lively. Signs of normal wear to the metal. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 18 grams.
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