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AGL "Classic Ceylon" No-Heat Sapphire and Diamond Ring

Offered by: Macklowe Gallery, Ltd

Description
Dating from circa 1910, this navette-form diamond ring of platinum-topped gold (with later shank) is set with a cushion-shape sapphire weighing 2.95 carats accompanied by an American Gemological Laboratories report stating that the gem is "Classic Ceylon (Sri Lanka)", without evidence of heat treatment. A graceful form centering a velvety blue sapphire of beautiful antique cut and superior clarity, this refined ring sits low to the finger and showcases a rare and exquisite gem.

Item #: R-21780
Circa: 1910
Size: 5.75
Materials: 1 cushion-shape Classic Ceylon sapphire (weighing 2.95 carats); 12 old European and old mine-cut diamonds(approximate total weight 3.52 carats); Platinum-topped gold
Documentation: Accompanied by AGL report no. 1144449 dated 12 December 2024 stating that the natural sapphire is "Classic Ceylon (Sri Lanka)", with no evidence of heat or clarity enhancement, and letter from AGL President Chris Smith explaining the rarity of this origin and color determination.

According to Christopher Smith, chief gemologist and president of the American Gemological Laboratories, "this sapphire has received one of the highest origin determinations issued by AGL for blue sapphires... nearly 3-carat size additionally places this gem in a class with very few gem-quality sapphires from any source."

More Information

Period:	1900-1949
Condition:	Good.
Gemstones:	Diamond, Sapphire
Metals:	Gold, Platinum
Styles / Movements:	Other
Dealer Reference #:	R-21780
Incollect Reference #:	773728

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