Lot 1672
  • 1672

RUBY AND DIAMOND RING

Estimate
1,500,000 - 1,800,000 HKD
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Description

Set with a cushion-shaped ruby weighing approximately 5.11 carats, decorated with epaulet-shaped and brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in 18 karat white and yellow gold, size 6.

Condition

Accompanied by Gübelin report no. 19071064, dated 29 July 2019, stating that the ruby is of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating; also accompanied by GRS report no. GRS2019-049221, dated 29 April 2019, stating that the ruby is of Burmese (Mogok) origin, with no indication of thermal treatment. For further details, please refer to the reports. Inscribed 750 for 18 karat white and yellow gold, R 5.11ct and 4D 1.44ct referring to the weight of the ruby and the total weight of the 4 epaulet-shaped diamonds respectively. Ruby of medium dark red colour and medium strong saturation, under 10x magnification, there are typical inclusions with some surface reaching, a few nicks and tiny cavities, one chips at the pavilion. Epaulet-shaped diamonds are about H - I colour, VS - SI clarity as graded in the mount. Brilliant-cut diamonds are bright and lively. Signs of minor wear to the metal, overall in very good condition.
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Catalogue Note

Accompanied by Gübelin report no. 19071064, dated 29 July 2019, stating that the ruby is of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. Also accompanied by a gemmological report.