The step-cut diamond, weighing 8.88 carats, to a bifurcated hoop set with brilliant-cut diamonds,remaining diamonds approximately 1.00 carat total, signed Cartier, French assay mark, partial marker's mark, numbered, ring size 7, Cartier case

Accompanied by a GIA report stating that the diamond is D colour and Internally Flawless clarity, with Excellent polish and Excellent symmetry. Report number 2175371826, dated 2 June 2016.

Note: Eight is an auspicious number in the colloquial Chinese language, with syllables sounding like 'acquiring wealth'. The numerals 8.88 connotes a continuous notion in the ability of acquiring wealth, a 'fortunate' symbol for the bearer and wearer of a stone of this exact carat weight. It is a rare occurrence for a diamond to be 8.88 carats, let alone for it to be a French-made diamond ring, by the famous House of Cartier. 

Bonhams. RARE JEWELS & JADEITE, 30 Nov 2016, 15:00 HKT - HONG KONG, ADMIRALTY