Unusual Gem Jewellery Auction

February 04, 2010

LOT 36

Lot 36

English 18k White Gold Ring

English 18k White Gold Ring
Lot 36 Details
English 18k White Gold Ring

set with an oval cut padparadscha sapphire (approx. 2.49ct.) flanked by 4 small full cut white sapphires
Ring Size: 6
4.9 grams

Estimate $400-$500

Realised: $480
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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English 18k White Gold Ring
  • English 18k White Gold Ring
  • English 18k White Gold Ring
Note:

Corundum is a mineral which is clear in its pure form, but instead typically occurs coloured by impurities. When additional chromium is present, the corundum is red and referred to as ruby. If the stone is any other colour it is referred to as sapphire, and the orange –pink variety are called padparadscha sapphires. These sapphires are rare and extremely valuable when coloured naturally, however many examples on the market, including this one, have had their colour improved through irradiation.

CONDITION DETAILS

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About Condition Ratings

  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

Note: Condition ratings and condition details are the subjective opinions of our specialists and should be used as a guide only. Waddington’s uses due care when preparing condition details, however, our staff are not professional restorers or conservators. Condition details and reports are not warranties and each lot is sold “as is” in accordance with the buyer’s terms and conditions of sale. In all cases the prospective purchaser is responsible for inspecting the property themselves prior to placing a bid.