Lot 343
- 343
Sapphire and ruby ring
Estimate
3,500 - 5,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Sapphires, rubies, gold, platinum
Collet-set with an oval sapphire, within a frame of calibré-cut rubies, the mount highlighted with similarly cut sapphires, size M.
Condition
Interior of shank marked 750 and Pt for 18 carat gold and platinum. Central sapphire deep blue, typical inclusions visible under magnification, some surface-reaching, one on table, very minor chips to facet edges, measuring approximately 9.2 x 7 x 3.5mm, calculated to weigh approximately 1.98 carats. Rubies pinkish red, transparent. Rubies possibly synthetic, unverifiable within limitations of mount. Remaining sapphires deep blue, transparent, with colour zoning visible under magnification, some with areas of minor chipping. Scratches to surfaces consistent with wear, in 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. 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.
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.
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."