Sapphire ring

The sugarloaf cabochon sapphire weighing 15.63 carats, framed by numerous pavé-set round sapphires weighing approximately 8.85 carats, mounted in 18 karat blackened white gold, size 6¾. Estimate 15,000—20,000 USD

NOTE: Accompanied by AGTA report no. 92023210 stating that the sapphire is natural, no indications of heating.

Sotheby's. Important Jewels. 04 Feb 09. New York www.sothebys.com photo courtesy Sotheby's