The Collection of Jean Louis Chameroy, Offered Without Reserve - 24th October 2023
Lot 165
A sapphire and diamond ring, mid 19th century
Estimate £1,000 - £1,500 | Hammer £11970
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Description
A sapphire and diamond ring, mid 19th century, designed as a coiled snake in gold, its head set with a pear-shaped sapphire, its eyes set with rose-cut diamonds, size V1/2
The sapphire, measuring approximately 7.9 x 4.6 x 3.1mm, is of Sri Lankan origin, with no evidence of heat treatment, according to a verbal report from GCS