A 7.80 carats oval mixed-cut padparadscha sapphire and diamond ring

The oval mixed-cut padparadscha sapphire, weighing 7.80 carats, within a two tier brilliant-cut diamond surround, to the diamond gallery of foliate design and diamond shoulders, mounted in 18k white gold, diamonds approximately 2.60 carats total, ring size 6. - Estimate: HK$260,000 - 360,000, $34,000 - 46,000 - Unsold.

Footnote: Accompanied by a certificate from Gemresearch Swisslab, stating that the natural padparadscha sapphire is of Sri Lankan origin and has no indication of thermal treatment. Report number GRS2008-090206T, dated 10th September 2008

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