Lot 171
  • 171

Sapphire and diamond ring, monture Van Cleef & Arpels

Estimate
205,000 - 305,000 CHF
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Description

  • monture Van Cleef & Arpels
  • Sapphire, diamonds, platinum, gold
Set with an oval sapphire weighing 17.13 carats, the mount of bombĂ© design pavĂ©-set with brilliant-cut diamonds, size 521/2, signed monture VCA, numbered, French assay and maker's marks.

Condition

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 86893, stating that the oval sapphire weighing 17.13 carats and measuring 16.44 x 13.36 x 8.87mm, is of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. Signed Monture V-C-A, numbered 12540CS, French maker's mark for Van Cleef & Arpels. Stamped Pt 950 for platinum and 750 for 18 carat gold. Sapphire blue of medium strong saturation, with good transparency, some typical inclusions visible under close inspection, minor abrasions, scratches, chips and nicks; for further details on the sapphire, please refer to the gemmological report. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 6.00 - 9.00 carats, on average F-G colour, VVS-VS clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. Signs of normal wear to the metal. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 15 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.
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."