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Pink sapphire, emerald and diamond ring, Bulgari, late 1980s
Estimate
40,000 - 80,000 CHF
bidding is closed
Description
- Bulgari
Collet-set with a cushion-shaped pink sapphire, calibré-cut emeralds and brilliant-cut diamonds, size 521/2, signed Bulgari, Italian assay mark for gold and maker's mark.
Literature
Cf.: Amanda Triossi, BVLGARI, 125 years of Italian Magnificence, Grand Palais, Skira, 2010, pg. 250 for an illustration of similar ring.
Condition
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 99409, stating that the antique cushion-shaped pink sapphire measuring approximately 14.25 x 13.80 x 7.75mm, calculated to weigh approximately 14.00 carats, is of Ceylon origin, with no indications of heating.
Please note that Sotheby's is not responsible for the accuracy of any estimated weights provided by gemmological certificates.
Signed BVLGARI. Italian assay marks for 18 carat gold. Inscribed CM14.72 referring to the stated carat weight of the pink sapphire. Pink sapphire of strong saturation, with good transparency, typical surface reaching inclusions, minor abrasions and nicks. For more information of the pink sapphire, please refer to the SSEF report. Emeralds of strong green saturation, with typical inclusions visible under close inspection, abrasions, chips and nicks. Diamonds bright and lively. Signs of little use to the metal. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 14 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.
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."
"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.
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."