Object Description
A beautiful antique yellow sapphire solitaire ring. The yellow sapphire in the centre – certified as natural, unheated and originating from Ceylon (Sri Lanka) – is a sunny, lemon yellow. The stone is secured in a twelve claw yellow gold collet which sits between wide, spear-shaped shoulders, leading to a slender shank. Crafted in 18k yellow gold. Currently UK size O or US size 7 (complimentary sizing available).
Accompanied by a report from Gemmological Certification Services (GCS) stating the sapphire shows no indication of heating, and is Sri Lankan (Ceylon) in origin.
Cut – Cushion cut.
Clarity – There is a scuff at the bottom of the sapphire which is visible through the top of the stone with the naked eye. This does not impact the stability or soundness of the stone nor, in our opinion, detract from its beauty.
Carat – The sapphire is 1.97.
Circa – 1900.
Size – O (UK) or 7 (US). Complimentary sizing is available, can go up or down.
Measurements – The sapphire is 8.1 x 6.2mm. Sits 5.1mm from the finger.
Weight – 3.24 grams.
Metal – 18k gold. Tested.