Fine sapphire and diamond ring

Set with a cushion-shaped sapphire weighing 8.27 carats, between marquise-shaped diamonds, size 51.

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 85132 and Gübelin report no. 0607047, dated 2 August 2006, each stating that the cushion-shaped sapphire weighing 8.27 carats and measuring 12.25 x 10.58 x 7.44mm, is of Kashmir origin, with no indications of heating, 'royal blue' colour according to the SSEF report, together with an appendix letter. Indistinct maker's mark, inscribed 2.4956. Stamped PT950 for platinum and OR 585 for 14 carat gold. Sapphire blue of strong saturation, 'royal blue' colour according to the SSEF, with good transparency, very few minor inclusions, some abrasions ans chips; for further details on the sapphire, please refer to the gemmological reports. Side diamonds bright and lively. Little signs of wear to the metal. 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. 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

"The described sapphire exhibits a remarkable size and weight of 8.274 ct combined with an attractive and homogeneous blue colour and an outstanding purity. Its colour is further pronounced by its well-proportioned cutting style, resulting in vivid blue hues due to multiple internal reflections... The velvety and saturated blue colour of this sapphire, poetically also referred to as 'royal blue', is due to very fine and subtle inclusions and a combination of well-balanced trace elements in the gemstone, typical and characteristic for the finest sapphires of Kashmir".

Excerpt from the SSEF appendix letter