Lot 35
  • 35

Diamond necklace and a sapphire and diamond ring

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 CHF
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Description

  • Sapphire, diamonds, platinum, gold
The necklace set with brilliant-, single-cut, tapered baguette and baguette diamonds, the front of scroll design, inner circumference approximately 390mm; the ring set with a cushion-shaped sapphire weighing 3.54 carats, within a spray of circular-cut, marquise-shaped and tapered baguette diamonds, size 54.

Condition

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 88142 and Gübelin report no. 16100152, each stating that the cushion-shaped sapphire weighing 3.54 carats and measuring 10.24 x 7.32 x 4.31mm, is of Kashmir origin, with no indications of heating. Necklace stamped Pt 950 for platinum and OR for gold. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 14.00 - 15.00 carats, on average H-J colour and VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. Safety catch deficient. Ring stamped 375 for 9 carat gold. Sapphire blue of medium strong saturation, with good transparency, typical inclusions, colour banding, nicks, scratches and abrasions; for further details on the stone, please refer to the gemmological reports. Diamonds bright and lively, estimate to weigh a total of 2.00 - 2.50 carats. Mount slightly twisted. Signs of normal wear to the metal consistent with use. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 92 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.
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