Lot 408
  • 408

Yellow sapphire and sapphire ring

Estimate
5,500 - 6,500 GBP
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Description

  • yellow sapphire, sapphire, gold
Claw-set with a cushion-shaped yellow sapphire to calibré-cut sapphire shoulders, size G sizing beads.

Condition

Accompanied by GCS, report no. 78121-55, stating that the yellow sapphire is natural, with no indications of heating, origin opinion Sri Lanka (Ceylon). Measuring approximately 11.5 x 10.9 x 9.4mm, calculated to weigh approximately 11.6 carats. Stamped AT to inside of ring shank. Sapphire is mid-yellow, transparent, with typical inclusions visible under magnification. Stone with surface wear, facet edges are rubbed, surface scratches and chips. There are some surface reaching inclusions, some causing cavities. Sapphires mid-blue, transparent, some typical inclusions visible under magnification. Surface wear such as chips and rubbed facet edges. Metal with some surface wear such as minor scratches and small dents. Overall condition good.
"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.
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."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by a gemmological report.