Lot 1430
- 1430
Tsavorite Garnet and Diamond Ring, IVY
Estimate
200,000 - 250,000 HKD
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Description
- tsavorite garnet, diamond, gold
Centring on a cushion-shaped tsavorite garnet weighing 3.95 carats, surrounded by brilliant-cut diamonds, to an outer surround set with circular-cut diamonds, embellished by circular-cut demantoid garnets, the diamonds together weighing approximately 2.05 carats, mounted in 18 karat yellow and blackened gold. Ring size: 6¼
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to the GRS report, the tsavorite garnet is natural, of East African origin, with no indication of treatment. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the tsavorite garnet is of vivid green colour, eye clean with fine brilliance. Under 10x loupe, there is a fingerprint inclusion on one corner, not noticeable to naked eyes. The smaller tsavorite garnets are of similar colour and clarity. The diamonds are of I to K colours, VS to SI clarity. Signed "IVY" to the shank.
Condition: 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.
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 GRS report numbered GRS2012-071249, dated 14 July 2012, stating that the 3.95 carat tsavorite garnet is natural, of East-African origin, with no indication of thermal treatment.