14 Karat Gold and Colored Diamond Ring

The round diamond of yellow hue weighing approximately 7.10 carats, gross weight approximately 12 dwts., size 10¼, engraved C.S. Conley.

The diamond is approximately Fancy Light Yellow color, VVS-VS clarity. The hefty gold mounting in good condition overall with some nicking and scratching due to wear. Inscribed "C.S. Conley" inside the shank. Judge Charles Swinger Conley (1921- 2010) received his juridprudence degree from New York University Law School in 1955 and went on to be a noted Civil Rights attorney, and attorney of record for Martin Luther King, Jr. He was elected as Alabama's first black District Court Judge in 1972. This ring is being sold to benefit the NYU School of Law.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Please note this ring is being sold to benefit the NYU School of Law, of which Judge Conley was a graduate of the Class of 1955.