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Padparadscha Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Estimate
240,000 - 280,000 HKD
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Description
- coloured sapphire, diamond, white gold
Centring on an oval padparadscha sapphire weighing 4.37 carats, surrounded by oval diamonds together weighing approximately 1.50 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold. Ring size: 5½
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to GIA report, the padparadscha sapphire is natural, of Ceylon origin, with no indications of heating. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the padparadscha sapphire is of intense orangy pink colour, eye clean. Upon 10x loupe, there are a few natural fingerprint inclusions, not seen to naked eyes. Diamonds are about F to G colours, VS clarity.
Condition: Karat white and yellow gold ring mount, in very good 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 GRS report numbered GRS2014-084089, dated 26 August 2014, stating that the 4.37 carat padparadscha is natural, of Sri Lankan origin, with no indication of thermal treatment.