FINE AND AUSPICIOUS DIAMOND AND EMERALD RING

Centring on a cushion-shaped diamond weighing 8.88 carats, flanked on each side by a cushion-shaped emerald weighing 5.34 and 5.71 carats respectively, further embellished by a cushion shaped diamond on each side, mounted in platinum.



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Colour and Clarity: According to GIA report, the cushion diamond is D colour, Internally Flawless clarity, and of Type IIa category. AGL reports state that two cushion-shaped emeralds on side are of Colombian origin, with Faint oil clarity enhancement. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the diamond has typical "Golconda-type" watery brilliance. Two emeralds are of matching, medium deep, saturated green colour, clean to naked eyes and lively. Upon 10x loupe, there are some inclusions which are very common to natural emeralds. One stone may have a few surface-reaching feathers, but generally not seen to naked eyes. Condition: Platinum ring mount, in very 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: 5½

Accompanied by GIA report numbered 1102794029, dated 16 March 2010, stating that the 8.88 carat diamond is D colour, Internally Flawless clarity; also accompanied by diamond type classification report stating that the diamond is determined to be Type IIa diamond. Type IIa diamonds are the most chemically pure type of diamond and often have exceptional optical transparency. Further accompanied by AGL reports numbered CS42182 and CS42183, dated 27 May 2010, stating that the 5.34 and 5.71 carat emeralds are natural, of Colombian origin, with faint degree of clarity enhancement.