- 1682
Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Estimate
700,000 - 850,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- diamond, sapphire, gold, platinum
Centring on a sugar loaf cabochon sapphire weighing 30.96 carats, surrounded by cushion-shaped diamonds extending to the shoulders, embellished by circular-cut diamonds, the diamonds together weighing approximately 8.55 carats, mounted in platinum and 18 karat pink gold. Ring size: 6ΒΌ
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to SSEF report, the sugarloaf sapphire is natural, of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the sapphire is of medium deep strong blue colour, moderately included to naked eyes. Upon 10x loupe, there are feathers and some surface reaching fissures. Diamonds in the surround are about G to H colours, VS to SI clarity.
Condition: Platinum and karat pink gold ring mount, in mint 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.
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 SSEF report numbered 74647, dated 21 May 2014, stating that the 30.96 carat sapphire is natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indications of heating.