CAT'S-EYE CHRYSOBERYL AND DIAMOND RING

The ring centring on a cabochon cat's-eye chrysoberyl weighing 4.59 carats, flanked by brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in 18 karat yellow gold.

Colour and Clarity: According to GIA report, centre stone is a natural cabochon cat's-eye chrysoberyl. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the cat's-eye chrysoberyl is highly translucent, of medium greenish-yellow colour, with very strong chatoyancy (cat's-eye effect) upon spotlight illumination. Two diamonds together weighing approximately 0.80 carat are about F to G colours, VS clarity. Condition: This ring is offered without reserve. Karat gold ring mount shows signs of normal wear, otherwise 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. 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.

Ring size: 7¾

Accompanied by GIA report numbered 10582806, dated 8 March 1999, stating that the 4.59 carat cat's-eye chrysoberyl is natural.