Centring on an alexandrite cat's-eye chrysoberyl weighing 20.46 carats, to a mount of bombé design, pavé-set with diamonds and diamonds of brownish hue together weighing approximately 5.00 carats, mounted in 18 karat white and yellow gold. Ring size: 9

Colour and Clarity: According to both the SSEF and GRS reports, the alexandrite cat's-eye chrysoberyl is natural, with no indication of treatment. SSEF certificate states that this alexandrite cat's-eye chrysoberyl is of Ceylon origin. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the alexandrite cat's-eye chrysoberyl shows a distinct colour-change, from brownish-red under incandescent lighting, to yellowish green under daylight. Also displaying a prominent chatoyant line (cat's-eye effect) upon spot lighting. Colourless diamonds are about E to F colours, VS clarity; other diamonds are about medium brown hue, mostly VS clarity. Condition: Karat white and yellow gold 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.

Accompanied by GRS report numbered GRS2014-0411961, dated 29 April 2014, stating that the 20.46 carat cat's-eye alexandrite is natural, colour changing from yellowish-green (daylight) to brownish-red (incandescent light), with no indication of treatments. Also accompanied by SSEF report numbered 78678, dated 26 February 2015 respectively, stating that the 20.46 carat cat's-eye alexandrite is natural, of Sri Lankan (Ceylon) origin, with no indications of treatment.