- 1777
PINK STAR SAPPHIRE, SEED PEARL AND DIAMOND RING
Estimate
320,000 - 400,000 HKD
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Description
- pink star sapphire, seed pearl, diamond, gold
Centring on a cabochon pink star sapphire weighing 9.90 carats, to a mount set with rows of seed pearls, embellished by circular-cut diamonds, mounted in 18 karat white gold. Ring size: 6
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to GRS report, the pink star sapphire is natural, of Ceylon origin, with no indication of thermal treatment. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the pink star sapphire is of medium deep, purple-pink colour, with distinct and centred asterism (star effect). Upon 10x loupe, there are needle inclusions and a tiny black surface inclusions on girdle, not noticeable to naked eyes. Seed pearls are matching, of white colour, medium to good lustre, clean to naked eyes. Diamonds are about F to G colours, VS clarity.
Condition: Karat white gold 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.
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
Accompanied by GRS report numbered GRS2011-061558, dated 27 June 2011, stating that the 9.90 carat pink star sapphire is natural, of Sri Lankan origin, with no indication of thermal treatment.