Rare 'Padparadscha' sapphire and diamond ring
Rare 'Padparadscha' sapphire and diamond ring. photo courtesy Sotheby's
Centring on a cushion-shaped padparadscha sapphire weighing 9.70 carats, surrounded by rose-cut diamonds, mounted in platinum and 18 karat yellow gold. Estimate 1,200,000—1,400,000 HKD. Lot Sold 1,940,000 HKD
NOTE: Ring size: 6
Accompanied by Gübelin report numbered 1005521, dated 17 May 2010, stating that the padparadscha sapphire is natural, of Sri Lankan (Ceylon) origin, with no indications of heating; also accompanied by an appendix stating that "very fine quality padparadscha sapphire from Sri Lanka are true rarities, and a tribute to Mother Nature. The 9.70 carat padparadscha described in Gübelin Gem Lab Report No. 1005521 is one of these unique gems. In addition to its large size, this extraordinary gemstone displays a harmonious balance of a pastel orange and pink as well as a very high degree of transparency"; further accompanied by AGL report numbered CS42146, dated 4 May 2010, stating that the 9.70 carat padparadscha sapphire is natural, of Ceylon (Sri Lankan) origin, with no indication of heat and clarity enhancement, with Exceptional to Excellent total quality index.
Sotheby's. Magnificent Jewels & Jadeite, 06 Oct 10 05:30 PM, Hong Kong www.sothebys.com