Orangy-pink sapphire and diamond ring

Set with an oval orangy-pink sapphire weighing 14.63 carats, between shield-shaped diamond shoulders, mounted in platinum, size 58. Accompanied by Gem Tech Lab report no. 09-G-1224 stating that the sapphire is a Padparadscha sapphire, with no indications of thermal treatment. Est. 30,000—50,000 CHF. Lot Sold. 45,000 CHF

Sotheby's. Magnificent Jewels and Noble Jewels And A Celebration of Taste and , Magnificent Jewels from a Private Collection. 12 May 09. Geneva www.sothebys.com photo courtesy Sotheby's