- 2544
PINK SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING
Estimate
200,000 - 250,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- sapphire, diamond, gold
Centring on a brilliant-cut pink sapphire weighing 7.17 carats, to a stylised shank set with brilliant-cut diamonds together weighing approximately 1.65 carats, mounted in 18 karat white and pink gold.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to GRS report, the pink sapphire is natural, of Ceylon origin, with no indication of thermal treatment. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the pink sapphire is of strong, pink purple colour. Upon 10x loupe, there are fingerprints, crystal inclusions and two surface-reaching fissures close to a prong, not noticeable to naked eyes. Diamonds in the surrounds are about H to J colours, VS to SI clarity.
Condition: Karat white and pink gold mount, in mint 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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Ring size: 6
Accompanied by GRS report numbered GRS2008-121095, dated 8 December 2008, stating that the 7.17 carat pink sapphire is natural, of Ceylon (Sri Lankan) origin, with no indication of thermal treatment.