A 15.03 carats Sapphire And Diamond Ring

Set with a cushion-cut sapphire, weighing approximately 15.03 carats, flanked on either side by a pear-shaped diamond, mounted in platinum, with French assay mark and maker's mark - Price Realized $422,500

With report CS 39914 dated 30 July 2008 from the American Gemological Laboratories stating that it is the opinion of the Laboratory that the origin of this sapphire would be classified as Kashmir. Heat enhancement: None. Clarity enhancement: None

With report 0805388 dated 4 June 2008 from the Gübelin Gem Lab stating that the gemmological testing revealed characteristics consistent with those of sapphires originating from Kashmir. No indications of heating

Christie's. Jewels: The New York Sale. 15 October 2008. New York, Rockefeller Plaza - www.christie's.com - image Christie's Ltd 2008