Marcus & Co.

A Superb Sapphire and Diamond Ring

Auction Closed

June 7, 04:43 PM GMT

Estimate

500,000 - 700,000 USD

Lot Details

Description

Featuring a cushion-cut sapphire weighing 10.31 carats, the shank embellished with floral motifs, and further accented by single-cut diamonds, size 5¾, signed Marcus; circa 1922.

Accompanied by AGL report no. 1138326 dated February 27, 2024 stating that the sapphire is of Kashmir origin, with no indications of heating.

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 137207 dated March 27, 2024 stating that the sapphire is of Kashmir origin, with no indications of heating.

Accompanied by Gübelin report no. 24040023 dated April 15, 2024 stating that the sapphire is of Kashmir origin, with no indications of heating, this color variety of sapphire may also be called 'royal blue' based on Gübelin reference standards.

Please note that the stone is currently unmounted and will be remounted upon request for the purchaser by Sotheby's following the auction.

This rare and exquisite Kashmir sapphire ring, along with Lot 38, a classic example of a double clip brooch, have remained in the same family for four generations.