Lot 1779
  • 1779

ALEXANDIRITE, DIAMOND AND PINK DIAMOND RING

Estimate
380,000 - 450,000 HKD
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Description

  • alexandrite, diamond, pink diamond, platinum
Centring on an oval alexandrite weighing 3.49 carats, surrounded by pear-shaped diamonds and brilliant-cut pink diamonds, the shoulders decorated by brilliant-cut diamonds, the diamonds and pink diamonds together weighing approximately 3.65 carats, mounted in platinum.

Condition

Colour and Clarity: According to the Gubelin report, the alexandrite is of Brazilian origin, with pronounced colour change, of a medium bluish green colour in daylight and purple colour in incandescent light, generally clean clarity under 10x loupe. The pink diamonds are of an intense purplish pink to pink hue, SI clarity. The diamonds are about E-F colour VVS-VS clarity. Condition: In excellent 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.

Catalogue Note

Ring size: 5¾

Accompanied by Gübelin report numbered 0504023, dated 12 April 2005, stating that the 3.49 carat alexandrite is natural, of Brazilian origin, displays pronounced colour-change from bluish-green (daylight) to purple (incandescent light).