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Diamond and colored stone ring, Bulgari, France, Circa 1970
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 USD
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Description
- Bulgari
- 18 karat gold, diamond, emerald, citrine, turquoise, onyx
The rose-cut diamond measuring approximately 11.7 by 11.5 mm., framed by small round diamonds weighing approximately .25 carat, variously-cut cabochon emeralds, citrines and turquoise, and onyx tablets, mounted in 18 karat gold, size 6½, signed Bulgari, French workshop mark, French assay mark.
Condition
Set with a rose-cut diamond weighing roughly 3.50 to 3.75 carats, impossible to measure accurately as mounted, K to L color, SI to I clarity, further set with 36 round diamonds of decorative quality. Emeralds are a medium green and are heavily included, with surface reaching inclusions and chipping to the high relief points. The other colored stones are in good condition aside from 3 of the onyx segments, which are cracked through, but have been repaired and remain stable in their mounts. Otherwise in good condition overall.
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.