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David Morris

An Exceptional Sapphire and Diamond Necklace

Auction Closed

June 7, 04:43 PM GMT

Estimate

3,000,000 - 5,000,000 USD

Lot Details

Description

Of swag design, composed of graduated oval-shaped diamonds, interspersed with pear- and marquise-shaped diamonds, the front set with cushion-cut sapphires weighing 11.37, 7.40, 7.35, 6.85, 6.73, 2.70 and 2.40 carats, length 15¾ inches, unsigned.


Accompanied by SSEF report no. 79120 dated March 12, 2015 stating that the sapphires are of Kashmir origin, with no indications of heating and that the color of the sapphires weighing 11.37, 7.40, and 2.40 may be called 'royal blue' based on SSEF reference standards, and appendix letter.

Please note that after the auction, Sotheby’s will procure for the purchaser an additional certificate by the AGL stating that the sapphires are Classic Kashmir with no indications of heating in addition to a JewelFolio attesting to the sapphires’ importance.