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Emerald, sapphire, rock crystal and diamond ring, René Boivin, 1991
Estimate
44,000 - 53,000 CHF
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Description
- René Boivin
- Gold, rock crystal, sapphire and emerald
Set with a sugarloaf emerald stated to weigh 7.04 carats, between pear-shaped cabochon sapphires and framed with brilliant-cut diamonds, the mount composed of rock crystal, size 481/2.
Literature
Cf.: Françoise Cailles, René Boivin Joaillier, Paris, 1994, pg. 386 for a picture of the ring.
Condition
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 84043, stating that the sugarloaf emerald measuring approximately 11.00 x 11.00mm, is of Colombian origin, with no indications of clarity modification; together with a copy of the original invoice dated 25 June 1991.
Emerald stated to weigh 7.04 carats, green of medium strong saturation, with typical inclusions, some surface reaching, scratches and pinpoints; for further details on the stone, please refer to the gemmological report. Sapphires stated to weigh a total of 3.08 carats, well matched in colour, blue of strong saturation. Diamonds stated to weigh a total of approximately 0.88 carats, bright and lively. Little signs of wear to the rock crystal, some scratches. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 11 grams.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."