Lot 1
An early 20th century 18ct gold emerald and diamond five-stone ring.
Description
Condition Report
An early 20th century 18ct gold emerald and diamond five-stone ring. The graduated old-cut diamond and rectangular-shape emerald line, with diamond point spacers, to the scrolling gallery. One emerald is accompanied by report number 20021931, dated 17th February 2015, from AnchorCert, stating the emerald has minor enhancement and is of Colombian origin. Estimated total diamond weight 0.85ct. Weight 3.7gms.
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Purchasing information-
The lot is in good overall condition with light scratches in keeping with general wear. Estimated diamond H-I colour, P1 clarity. Claws have been re-tipped. The diamonds appear bright and well matched, the principal diamonds with surface reaching light feathers. Individual diamond points too small to accurately assess colour/clarity grades. Two diamond points with chips and abrasion. Estimated dimensions of principal diamond: 5.3 by 5.3, by 3.2mms. Please see important notices for purchasers in the catalogue and on our website for Coloured Gemstones. The emeralds are quite well matched with a slightly bluish green hue. Good saturation, one has slightly more tone than the other and appears slightly deeper. Typical inclusions. Moderate facet-edge abrasion. Estimated dimensions of emeralds: 4.4 by 4, 3.3mms and 4.4 by 4.2, by 2.9mms. Ring size P. Stamped 18ct.