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Very fine sapphire ring
Estimate
680,000 - 910,000 CHF
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Description
- sapphire, metal
Claw-set with a cushion-shaped sapphire weighing 21.42 carats, size 551/2.
Condition
Stamped PLATINA and Pt 900 for platinum. According to the SSEF report, the sapphire measuring 15.36 x 14.26 x 11.25 mm and weighing 21.42 carats, is of Kashmir origin with no indications of heating; for further information please refer to the report; clean to the naked eye, the stone exhibits some nicks and abrasions, one chip on girdle to the table facet. Signs of normal wear to the metal and scratches consistent with normal use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 11 grams.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
"The described gemstone exhibits impressive size and weight of 21.420 ct combined with a highly attractive and saturated blue colour - poetically also referred to as 'royal blue'- and an outstanding purity… A natural sapphire from Kashmir of this size and quality is very rare and exceptional and thus can be considered a true treasure of nature", SSEF appendix letter, 27 September 2013.