Lot 1674
- 1674
SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING
Estimate
2,000,000 - 2,400,000 HKD
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Description
- sapphire, diamond, platinum
Each set with a cushion-shaped sapphire weighing 5.66 carats, flanked on each side by a cushion-shaped diamond weighing 1.51 carats, mounted in platinum. Ring size: 5¾
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to Gübelin and AGL reports, the sapphire is natural, of Kashmir origin, with no indications of heating and clarity enhancement. Two side cushion diamonds are matching, of G colour, VVS2 clarity, with Excellent Polish. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the sapphire shows a intense velvety blue face-up colour, eye clean. Upon 10x loupe, there are some abrasions or nicks along the facet junctions, not seen to naked eyes.
Condition: Platinum ring mount, in very good 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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by Gübelin and AGL reports numbered 11097121 and CS 81320, dated 1 and 5 October 2011 respectively, stating that the 5.66 carat sapphire is natural, of Kashmir origin, with no indications of heating. Further accompanied by GIA reports numbered 2151005355 and 2136493905, dated 26 September and 12 June 2012 respectively, stating that the 1.51 carat diamonds are both G colour, VVS2 clarity.