Lot 1830
- 1830
RARE SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING
Estimate
7,200,000 - 8,500,000 HKD
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Description
- sapphire, diamond, platinum
Centring on a cushion-shaped sapphire weighing 12.52 carats, flanked on each side by a half-moon diamond together weighing approximately 1.30 carats, mounted in platinum. Ring size: 6
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to both Gübelin and AGL reports, the sapphire is natural, of Kashmir origin, with no indication of heating and clarity enhancement. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the sapphire is of intense velvety blue colour, eye clean. Upon 10x loupe, there is minor zoning close to the crown and a small fingerprint on pavilion, not seen to naked eyes. Two diamonds are about H to I colours, VS clarity.
Condition: Signs of normal wear to the shank, otherwise 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 1007271 and CS 41974 respectively, dated 3 August and 9 April 2010, stating that the 12.52 carat sapphire is natural, of Kashmir origin, with no indications of heating.