Lot 1808
- 1808
Ruby and Diamond Ring
Estimate
80,000 - 100,000 HKD
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Description
- ruby, diamond, platinum
Centring on a marquise-shaped ruby weighing 1.61 carats, surrounded by eight pear-shaped and oval rubies together weighing approximately 3.05 carats, bordered by circular-cut diamonds extending to the shank, mounted in platinum. Ring size: 6
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to the GRS report, the ruby is natural, of Mozambique origin, with no indications of heating, GRS-Type Pigeon Blood Ruby. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the ruby is of vivid red colour, eye clean. Under 10x loupe, there are natural feather inclusions, which are not noticeable to naked eyes, fine brilliance. The surrounding rubies are of similar colour and clarity. The diamonds, together weighing approximately 0.55 carat, are about F to G colours, VVS-VS clarity.
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 GRS2013-011501, dated 15 January 2013, stating that the 1.61 carat ruby is natural, of Mozambique origin, with no indication of thermal treatment, and an appendix stating that 'The vivid red Mozambique ruby, weighing 1.61cts exhibits medium to strong fluorescence and is reminiscent in colour saturation of unheated GRS-type 'pigeon blood ruby'.