Attractive Sapphire and diamond ring, Faraone, circa 1970

Centring on an octagonal sapphire weighing 12.76 carats, within a ballerina setting of baguette and tapered baguette diamonds, the shoulders set with similar stones, mounted in platinum, Italian assay and maker's marks, size 50, with ring sizer.

Stamped PT for platinum. For further information on the sapphire, please refer to the Gübelin report. Rich blue colour, good saturation, some minor crystal inclusions only visible with the aid of a 10x lens, minor nicks to facet junctions. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 2.00 carats, generally G-H colour, VS-SI clarity. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with wear. In good condition.
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