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Sapphire and Diamond Ring

Auction Closed

December 5, 06:23 PM GMT

Estimate

80,000 - 120,000 USD

Lot Details

Description

Centering an oval-shaped sapphire weighing 10.55 carats, framed by old European-cut diamonds, size 5¾.


Accompanied by AGL report no. 1130841 dated May 15, 2023 stating that the sapphire is of Ceylon origin, with no indications of heating.


Accompanied by SSEF report no. 127530 dated February 28, 2023 stating that the sapphire has no indications of heating. Together with a letter from SSEF stating that a conclusive opinion on the origin of the sapphire could not be given, and that although a Kashmir origin might be an option, other sources such as Sri Lanka are also possible.

Please note that the stone is currently unmounted and will be remounted upon request for the purchaser by Sotheby's following the auction.