Lot 457
  • 457

Very Fine Platinum, Emerald and Diamond Ring

Estimate
500,000 - 700,000 USD
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Description

  • platinum, emerald, diamond
Set with an emerald-cut emerald weighing approximately 12.00 carats, the mounting accented by single-cut diamonds weighing approximately .60 carat, size 6ΒΌ, one diamond missing; circa 1930.

Condition

In good condition, with some minor wear and thinning to the shank commensurate with age. The strongly saturated emerald is a medium-deep very slightly bluish green, lightly included with minor chips and abrasions to the facet junctions visible only under close inspection. The 65 single-cut diamonds are approximately H-I color, VS-SI clarity. With signed Cartier box. Accompanied by AGL report no. CS 56437 stating that the emerald is of Classic Colombian origin, clarity enhancement: insignificant, type: traditional.
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 AGL report no. CS 56437 stating that the emerald is of Classic Colombian origin, clarity enhancement: insignificant, type: traditional.