Lot 410. A Fine Platinum, 8.56 carats Burmese Sapphire and Diamond Ring, French. Estimate $ 60,000-80,000. Sold for: $112,500. Photo Leslie Hindman
containing one oval mixed cut sapphire weighing approximately 8.56 carats, 16 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.92 carats total, and eight marquise cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.60 carats total. Stamp: (French assay mark).
Accompanied by a Swiss Gemmological Institute (SSEF) sapphire identification and origin certificate number 85205, dated March 30, 2016, Stating: Sapphire, Weight: 8.561 Carats, Origin: Burma (Myanmar), Comments: No indications of heating. 7.30 dwts.
The ring is approximately a size 4.50. All stones intact, there are superficial scratches to the platinum that are eye visible, the shank shows signs of wear/repair.
Marquise & Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Characteristics (graded in setting)
Color: G-H
Clarity: VS1-VS2
Overall Condition: No obvious damage visible under 10X magnification.
Leslie Hindman. Important Jewelry, December 4, 2016