Sapphire and diamond ring, Bulgari

Claw-set with a step-cut sapphire between baguette diamond shoulders, the mount pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds, size 48^1/2, signed Bulgari, pouch stamped Bulgari.

Accompanied by CISGEM Short Report no. 7057, stating that the step-cut sapphire measuring approximately 6.46 x 7.32 x 5.77mm, calculated to weigh approximately 3.00 carats, is of natural origin and shows no indications of heating. Signed BVLGARI, stamped Pt 900 for platinum. Sapphire blue, with good transparency, small typical inclusions visible under close inspection, small nicks and abrasions. For more information on the sapphire, please refer to the CISGEM Short Report. Diamonds bright and lively. Signs of wear to the metal, evidence of resizing. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 7 grams. Pouch stamped BVLGARI.
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