A cat’s eye chrysoberyl and diamond ring

The cabochon cat’s-eye chrysoberyl, weighing 35.62 carats, within a decorative surround of stylised flame motifs with millegrain detail and pavé-set with circular-cut diamonds, some of yellow tint, to pavé-set shoulders, mounted in 18k white gold, ring size 6. Sold for HK$320,000 plus Premium and tax

Note: Accompanied by a certificate from GRS, stating that the natural cat’s eye chrysoberyl is a greenish-yellow colour, GRS type “honey colour”. The certificate also states that the cat’s eye has no indication of thermal treatment. Report number GRS2007-080409T, dated 25th August 2007.

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Bonhams.Fine Jewellery and Jadeite, 27 Nov 2007. JW Marriott Hotel, Admiralty, Hong Kong