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West & Son
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- Ring
- signed West & Son
- sapphire, diamonds
- Size N½
claw-set with a circular-cut sapphire between circular-cut diamond shoulders, fitted case stamped West & Son.
Condition
Sotheby's obtained a verbal opinion from GCS stating that the sapphire is of Basaltic origin, with no indications of heat treatment.
interior of shank signed West & Son. Sapphire deep blue, transparent, with typical inclusions visible under magnification, some surface-reaching, some areas of minor wear to facet edges, measuring approximately 6.1 x 5.6 x 3.5mm, calculated to weigh approximately 0.86 carats. Diamonds bright and lively, estimated total diamond weight approximately 0.80 - 1.00 carats, estimated to be H-I colour, SI clarity on average. Metal on shank with areas of discolouration, light surfaces scratches throughout consistent with age and wear. ~In good condition. Fitted box stamped West & Son.
"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."
"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
West & Son was a jeweller and watchmaker founded in 1720, on Capel Street in Dublin, transferring to College Green in 1845 and finally 102 Grafton Street 1912, where it remained until its closure in 2010. Throughout its 290 year history, the firm attracted the patronage of Queen Victoria, who awarded them the Royal Charter as her watchmaker, and her husband Prince Albert, whose purchases for her Christmas present in 1849 are now housed in the Royal Collection.