Samples

Antique Buccellati Ring

On this day, we examined and appraised the following item(s) for insurance purposes.

One antique Buccellati ring from the 1930s, crafted from 18-karat gold and platinum, features a fancy colored diamond at its center. The ring shows hand-engraved, ornate floral accents in the sculptural high-relief Modellato style. The central diamond is set in a beautifully sculpted bezel, while smaller diamonds are held in high-relief platinum prongs. The base of the ring also features a hand-engraved border adorned with a three-dimensional flower motif resembling tiny horns.

(1) one transitional cut fancy colored, round natural diamond, measuring approximately 6.72 - 6.75 x 4.06 mm, weighing approximately 1.33 carats

Quality Grade:

color-Fancy Deep Brownish Yellow, clarity-SI₂

(8) eight round full-cut natural diamonds, each measuring approximately 2.0 mm in diameter, weighing approximately .25 carat in total

Avg. Quality Grade:

color-F, clarity-SI₂

(8) eight round full-cut natural diamonds, each measuring approximately 2.7 mm in diameter, weighing approximately .60 carat in total

Avg. Quality Grade:

color-F, clarity-SI₂/I₁

Total Weight:

5.6 grams

Manufacturing:

textured finish, hand-fabricated, prong set; stamp 750 PT

Signed:

Buccellati

Original box:

Mario Buccellati is gold-tooled inside the lid

Dimensions:

L. 15.1 mm (top), W. 3.0-1.5 mm

Metal Purity:

tested

Condition:

very good (slight wear on the inside hallmark)

Gold Price:

based on $4,528.64 USD/t oz. (New York market)

Gemologist/Appraiser
GIA Certificate Member
Graduate Gemologists (800) 696-2522
www.bostongemlab.com

The value is based only on an estimate of the quality of the stone(s), unless specifically stated that the stone(s) were removed and graded. The above appraisal should not be used as the sole basis for purchase or sale of the described item(s); it is only an estimate of the approximate replacement or market value. We assume no liability with respect to any action that may be taken on the basis of this appraisal.

Diamond Engagement Ring

On this day, we examined and appraised the following item(s) for insurance purposes.

One lady's platinum four-prong diamond engagement ring accented with pavé diamonds containing:

one round brilliant cut natural diamond, measuring approximately 8.63 - 8.69 x 5.42 mm, weighing 2.50 carats, actual weight

GIA Report:

2497274919

Laser Inscription:

GIA 2497274919

GIA Cut Grade:

Excellent

Light Performance:

Very Good (AGS ASET Scope)

Light Analysis:

based on the evaluation of brightness, dispersion, leakage, and contrast

Diamond Color:

F

Fluorescence:

None

Diamond Clarity:

VS₂

Polish:

Excellent

Symmetry:

Excellent

Est. Proportions:

total depth 62.6%, table 57%
crown angle 35.0°, crown height 15.0%
pavilion angle 41.2°, pavilion depth 44.0%

Girdle:

faceted, medium to slightly thick (4.0%)

Culet:

none

(16) sixteen round full-cut natural diamonds, each measuring approximately 1.5 mm in diameter, weighing approximately .25 carat in total

Avg. Quality Grade:

color-H, clarity-VS₁

Total Weight:

4.3 grams

Manufacturing:

bright finish, cast-and-assembled with a die-struck head, stamped PLAT

Setting:

The center diamond is secured with claw prongs, the side diamonds are set in a French-cut pavé.

Dimensions:

W. 2.0 mm (shank)

Metal Purity:

tested

Condition:

new

Platinum Price:

based on $2,167.05 USD/t oz. (New York market)

applicable taxes additional

Gemologist/Appraiser
GIA Certificate Member
Graduate Gemologists (800) 696-2522
www.bostongemlab.com

The value is based only on an estimate of the quality of the stone(s), unless specifically stated that the stone(s) were removed and graded. The above appraisal should not be used as the sole basis for purchase or sale of the described item(s); it is only an estimate of the approximate replacement or market value. We assume no liability with respect to any action that may be taken on the basis of this appraisal.

Emerald and Diamond Ring

One lady’s platinum emerald and diamond ring, stamped PLAT and tested, weighs 5.1 grams, and contains one natural emerald and two side diamonds.

Species:

Natural Beryl

Variety:

Emerald

Shape:

Square

Cutting Style:

Step Cut

Carat Weight:

2.00 carats

Measurements:

7.51 x 6.94 x 5.75 mm

Transparency:

Transparent

Color:

vslbG 5/5
Tone-medium
Saturation-strong
Hue-very slightly bluish Green

Clarity:

SI₁ (GIA)

Color Zoning:

Obvious

Cut:

Good
Brilliance 40%
Windowing 40%
Extinction 20%

Refractive Index:

1.578

Side Diamonds:

two trapezoid step-cut natural diamonds weighing .60 carat in total, G/VS₁

Magnification:

Microscopic examination of the emerald at 30x revealed irregularly shaped three-phase inclusions, crystal inclusions, and black dolomite inclusions.

Origin:

The gemological characteristics of this emerald are consistent with those found in Colombian emeralds, based on both observations and analytical data.

Treatment:

Minor

Condition:

Very Good

Gemologist/Appraiser
GIA Certificate Member
Graduate Gemologists (800) 696-2522
www.bostongemlab.com

The value is based only on an estimate of the quality of the stone(s), unless specifically stated that the stone(s) were removed and graded. The above appraisal should not be used as the sole basis for purchase or sale of the described item(s); it is only an estimate of the approximate replacement or market value. We assume no liability with respect to any action that may be taken on the basis of this appraisal.