Important diamond ring

Set with a heart-shaped diamond weighing 27.07 carats, size 52, illustrated unmounted.

Accompanied by GIA report no. 10528347, dated 6 March 2000, stating that the diamond is D Colour, Internally Flawless, together with an updated report stating that the heart-shaped diamond, measuring 18.62 x 23.085 x 11.52 mm and weighing 27.07 carats, is D Colour, VVS2 Clarity, together with a working diagram stating that the diamond might be internally flawless after repolishing; also accompanied by a Type IIa classification letter. Stamped Pt 950 for platinum. For further information on the diamond, please refer to the GIA report. Metal with very minor signs of wear. Condition as new. Gross weight approximately 8 grams.
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