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Auction: 26052 - Jewellery & Objets de Vertu
Lot: 108

(†) AN UNHEATED SRI LANKAN YELLOW SAPPHIRE PAIR
A pair of cushion-shaped light yellow sapphires, weighing 5.77ct and 5.13ct.
Size/dimensions: 18.10 x 8.90mm and 11.80 x 8.90mm
Weight: 10.90ct (total)


Accompanied by Lotus Gemology reports nos. 1256-6737 and 3221-2774, dated 28th September 2015, stating that the sapphires are of Sri Lankan origin, with no indications of heat treatment.


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Neither stone shows abrasion or chips to the facet junctions, nicks to the girdle, scratches to the table or any sign of repolishing. There are a few small feathers about the pavilion and table, none surface-reaching, and natural straight colour zoning is visible. The stones are of light pastel yellow, one very slightly lighter than the other, and are otherwise well matched in size and cut. The pair is offered in excellent condition.


Buyers wishing to have these stones set into a jewel are welcome to contact the Jewellery Department, who can arrange designs and estimates for mounting through an experienced workshop in Bangkok.

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Estimate
£5,000 to £6,000

Starting price
£4600