An early 20th century platinum sapphire and diamond
An early 20th century platinum sapphire and diamond ring. The graduated cushion-shape sapphire three-stone line, with old-cut diamond duo spacers, to the openwork band. Estimated dimensions of principal sapphire 6 by 5 by 4mms. Estimated total diamond weight 0.30ct. Ring size N. Weight 3.1gms.
Condition Report: Overall condition good to fair. Some surface scratches/ wear and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.
Metal tests as platinum.
Band shows evidence of repair/ resizing.
Diamonds well matched.
Diamonds bright.
Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.
Diamonds with some small light and dark inclusions. One with small cavity to one side of the crown. One appears to have a small chip beneath one claw.
Sapphires are a well matched medium slightly violetish blue hue, well saturated, with good clarity and typical inclusions.
Sapphires in good to fair condition with some light abrasions to facets and facet edges.
Width (at widest) 0.7cm.
Fellows uses a Thermo Scientific Nitron Handheld XRF Analyser to test metals. This technology is limited to examining metal to a depth of approximately 8 microns.
Fellows does not guarantee the standard of gold or platinum unless an item is hallmarked. Results from electronically tested items should only be used as a guide and with caution, as false readings are possible.
Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones.
Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.
For any further questions you may have on this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Ben Randall at ben@fellows.co.uk
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An early 20th century platinum sapphire and diamond ring. The graduated cushion-shape sapphire three-stone line, with old-cut diamond duo spacers, to the openwork band. Estimated dimensions of principal sapphire 6 by 5 by 4mms. Estimated total diamond weight 0.30ct. Ring size N. Weight 3.1gms.
Condition Report: Overall condition good to fair. Some surface scratches/ wear and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.
Metal tests as platinum.
Band shows evidence of repair/ resizing.
Diamonds well matched.
Diamonds bright.
Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.
Diamonds with some small light and dark inclusions. One with small cavity to one side of the crown. One appears to have a small chip beneath one claw.
Sapphires are a well matched medium slightly violetish blue hue, well saturated, with good clarity and typical inclusions.
Sapphires in good to fair condition with some light abrasions to facets and facet edges.
Width (at widest) 0.7cm.
Fellows uses a Thermo Scientific Nitron Handheld XRF Analyser to test metals. This technology is limited to examining metal to a depth of approximately 8 microns.
Fellows does not guarantee the standard of gold or platinum unless an item is hallmarked. Results from electronically tested items should only be used as a guide and with caution, as false readings are possible.
Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones.
Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.
For any further questions you may have on this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Ben Randall at ben@fellows.co.uk
