COLORED DIAMOND, DIAMOND AND CITRINE RING

Set with a pear-shaped diamond of light brownish yellow hue weighing 2.70 carats, encircled with marquise-shaped citrines, accented with round near colorless diamonds, size 3½, with British hallmarks.

In good condition, with minor scratches and indentations to the mounting. Shank with London date mark for 1965 and 18 karat gold. The central diamond is of light brownish yellow hue, approximately SI clarity, with a couple of naturals on the girdle and small surface-reaching feathers. The near colorless round diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.40 carat are approximately G-H color, VS clarity. The citrines are a medium deep orangy brown color, eye-clean with some abrasions to girdle edges visible under 10x magnification. Please note that the central diamond of light brownish yellow hue has not been tested for natural origin of color.
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.Certificates of Authenticity: Various manufacturers may not issue certificates of authenticity upon request. Sotheby's is not under an obligation to furnish the purchaser with a certificate of authenticity from the manufacturer at any time. Unless the requirements for a rescission of the sale under the Terms of Guarantee are satisfied, the failure of a manufacturer to issue a certificate will not constitute grounds to rescind the sale. Gemological Certificates and Reports: References in the catalogue descriptions to certificates or reports issued by gemological laboratories are provided only for the information of bidders, and Sotheby's does not guarantee and accepts no responsibility for the accuracy, terms or information contained in such certificates or reports. Please also note that laboratories may differ in their assessment of a gemstone (including its origin and presence, type and extent of treatments) and their certificates or reports may contain different results.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.

Please note that the diamond of light brownish yellow hue has not been tested for natural origin of color.