RETRO SAPPHIRE, YELLOW SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND CUFF BANGLE, CIRCA 1940

The hinged cuff bangle decorated with square emerald-cut sapphires and yellow sapphires together weighing approximately 75.00 carats, highlighted by circular-cut diamonds together weighing approximately 1.50 carats, mounted in platinum and 14 karat yellow gold, length approximately 180mm, sapphire and yellow sapphire clips detachable.

Colour and Clarity: According to GIA reports, both the yellow sapphires and sapphires, on random testing, are all natural, with no indications of heating. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the sapphires are of medium light voletish blue colour, and yellow sapphires are of medium light saturation, all clean to naked eyes. Upon 10x loupe, some stones have natural fingerprints or crystal inclusions and surface abrasions, but not seen to naked eyes. Diamonds are about H to I colours, mostly VS clarity. Condition: Two gemstone-set clips are detachable and can be worn separately as pair of brooches. Vintage bangle, showing signs of surface abrasions or scratches on metal, overall in 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.

Accompanied by GIA reports numbered 2155541675 and 1152541683, dated 17 and 16 July 2013, stating that the sapphires and yellow sapphires are natural, with no indications of heating.