Lot 61
- 61
Group of three gem-set rings, 1940-50
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
The first of ribbed and polished gold, set with 9 old European-cut diamonds weighing approximately 4.00 carats, the sides enhanced with single-cut diamonds, 1 small diamond missing, size 3½ ; the second set with an oval ruby weighing approximately 2.70 carats, flanked by 2 baguette diamonds and bordered by 16 round diamonds, in platinum and gold, size 3½ , and the last set in the center with an emerald-cut ruby weighing approximately 2.50 carats, within a pavé-set diamond ground accented with baguette diamonds at the top and bottom, mounted in platinum, size 6½.
Condition
DIAMOND RING: Good condition with light nicking and scratching to the rose gold mounting. As noted, one small diamond is missing from the shoulder. The diamonds are approximately I-K color, VS clarity. The largest diamond is approximately 0.95 carat. OVAL RUBY RING: mounting in good condition with gentle surface wear. The slightly purplish medium red ruby is moderately included and heavily abraded. The diamonds are approximately I-J color, VS-SI clarity. Fitted with inner an sizing band. EMERALD-CUT RUBY RING: Good condition with general wear to mounting and evidence of sizing. The richly saturated medium-deep slightly purplish red ruby is moderately abraded but otherwise eye-clean. The diamonds are approximately H-I-J color, VS-SI clarity.
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.
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.