Centring on a cushion-shaped padparadscha sapphire weighing 9.70 carats, surrounded by rose-cut diamonds, mounted in platinum and 18 karat yellow gold.

Colour and Clarity: According to both Gübelin and AGL reports, the padparadscha sapphire is natural, of Ceylon origin, with no indication of thermal and clarity enhancement. Gübelin appendix also states that this gemstone displays a harmonious balance of a pastel orange and pink, as well as a very high degree of transparency. AGL grades it with an "Exceptional to Excellent" Total Quality Index. Please refer to the reports and related appendix for details. In our opinion, this padparadscha is of medium, intense pink-orange colour, clean to naked eyes, very rare gemstone. Upon 10x loupe, there are some minor and transparent fingerprint inclusions. Diamonds in the surround together weighing approximately 0.90 carat, are about G to I colours, VS clarity. Condition: Platinum and karat gold mount, in mint condition.
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.

Ring size: 6

Accompanied by Gübelin report numbered 1005521, dated 17 May 2010, stating that the padparadscha sapphire is natural, of Sri Lankan (Ceylon) origin, with no indications of heating; also accompanied by an appendix stating that "very fine quality padparadscha sapphire from Sri Lanka are true rarities, and a tribute to Mother Nature. The 9.70 carat padparadscha described in Gübelin Gem Lab Report No. 1005521 is one of these unique gems. In addition to its large size, this extraordinary gemstone displays a harmonious balance of a pastel orange and pink as well as a very high degree of transparency"; further accompanied by AGL report numbered CS42146, dated 4 May 2010, stating that the 9.70 carat padparadscha sapphire is natural, of Ceylon (Sri Lankan) origin, with no indication of heat and clarity enhancement, with Exceptional to Excellent total quality index.