An impressive 34.25 carats Ceylon sapphire and diamond dress ring, by Van Cleef and Arpels, 1946. Estimate HK$ 1.2 million - 1.5 million (€140,000 - 180,000). Photo: Bonhams.

The oval-cut sapphire, between arched shoulders set with old brilliant-cut diamonds, within a polished surround accented by similarly cut diamonds, diamonds approximately 2.00 carats total, sapphire approximately 34.25 carats, signed Van Cleef and Arpels, numbered, ring size 6½

Accompanied by a SSEF report stating that the natural sapphire has no indication of heat treatment and originates from Ceylon (Sri Lanka). Report number 79041, dated 10 March 2015.

Accompanied by a copy of the original Van Cleef and Arpels sketch.

Bonhams. FINE JEWELLERY & JADEITE, 3 Jun 2015 14:00 HKT - HONG KONG, ADMIRALTY