18 Karat Gold, Fancy Brown-Yellow Diamond and Near Colorless Diamond Ring

The round diamond of fancy brown-yellow color weighing 11.83 carats, framed by round and tapered baguette near colorless diamonds weighing approximately 2.65 carats, size 6.

Accompanied by GIA report no. 2145009366 stating that the diamond is Fancy Brown-Yellow, Natural Color, VVS1 clarity. The near colorless diamonds all approximately H to I color, VS clarity. The Fancy Brown-Yellow is more yellow than shown in the printed catalogue. Mounting in very good condition, signed Klafter on the interior of the shank. Joseph Klafter designed for several large, fine jewelry houses such as Harry Winston and William Ruser. A winner of several international design awards, he was an early proponent of incorporating large natural fancy colored diamonds into inventive designs.
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.

Accompanied by GIA report no. 2145009366 stating that the diamond is Fancy Brown-Yellow, Natural Color, VVS1 clarity.