Centring on a cushion-shaped sapphire weighing 3.30 carats, decorated with brilliant-cut diamonds together weighing approximately 1.10 carats, mounted in 18 karat yellow gold, signed and numbered NY 60013. Ring size: 7¾
Accompanied by AGL report numbered 1089903, dated 26 January 2018, stating that the 3.30 carat sapphire is natural, Blue colour, of Burmese origin, with no gemological evidence of heat or clarity enhancement; with comments, stating that 'Non-heated sapphires are scarce. Sapphires are commonly heated to modify their color and appearance.';
SSEF report numbered 99074, dated 25 March 2018, stating that the 3.301 carat sapphire is natural, Blue colour of strong saturation, of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating.
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