Lot 468
  • 468

Rare and exceptional sapphire and diamond ring

Estimate
2,860,000 - 5,710,000 CHF
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Description

  • sapphire, diamond, metal
The step-cut sapphire weighing 27.54 carats, set between pear-shaped diamond shoulders, size 53, together with an alternative ring mount, Graff.

Condition

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 60162, dated 5 July 2011, and Gübelin report no. 14090068, dated 15 September 2014, both stating that the sapphire is of Kashmir origin, with no indications of heating. Stamped Pt950 for platinum. According to the Gübelin report the unmounted sapphire measures 16.41 x 14.83 x 11.25 mm, according to the SSEF report it is of strong saturation, please refer to both reports for further information; clean to the naked eye, with very few inclusions visible under 10x magnification, some small nicks and abrasions. Diamonds bright and lively. Little signs of wear to the metal. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 13 grams. Additional ring mount: Signed Graff. Stamped 750 for 18 carat gold, mounted in white gold. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In overall good condition. Gross weight approximately 31 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.
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