Sapphire, Emerald And Diamond Ring

Centring on a millegrain-set heart-shaped sapphire weighing 4.15 carats, within a surround of calibré-cut emeralds and brilliant-cut diamonds, size M. Estimate 5,000—7,000 GBP

NOTE: Accompanied by a report from The Gem Testing Laboratory of Great Britain, no. 0127559, stating that the sapphire weighing 4.15 carats has no evidence of heat treatment, origin opinion Madagascar.

Sotheby's. Fine Jewels. 19 Mar 09. London www.sothebys.com photo courtesy Sotheby's