#8565 • 3.69ct VS1 GIA Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond Ring

Part of Empress Tu Cung Hoang Thai Hau & More (timed auction by GWS Auctions)

Starting at $1.00

Status: Sold

Est. $315,000-$320,000 3.69ct VS1 GIA Certified Natural Fancy Vivid Yellow Brilliant Cushion Cut Diamond Solitaire in Solid Platinum/18K Setting W/White Diamond Accents - This stunning piece is made of solid platinum, and boasts a 3.69ct natural fancy vivid yellow brilliant, modified cushion cut diamond in the center of a dual shank band. This diamond is among one of the best investment quality pieces you can buy, because of its natural, even color. The diamond is just over 3.50ct, placing it in the investment tier. The dual shank band is lined with approximately 0.76ctw fiery white VS1-VS2/F-G diamonds. This piece will come with a GIA colored diamond grading report. The diamond is graded VS1, Natural Fancy Vivid Yellow, has even color distribution, very good polish, very good symetry and has no fluorescence. The center diamond is set in solid 18K vibrant yellow gold dual claw 4-prong setting (esentially, it has 8 prongs, because there are two-prongs on all four sides). This adds extra security to the center diamond, as gold is less malleable than platinum. The attention to detail used while making this lovely, custom piece is truly magnificent. The undercarriage of the prongs and setting hoist fiery white diamonds that showcase the center diamond beautifuly. Every detail is very specific, and each accent of the piece was implemented to best showcase the center diamond. This ring was gifted to the grandaughter of the Empress of Vietnam. The royal family was told that the ring was designed to rejoyce the power of the "north and south", signifying peace and unity between North and South Vietnam. The best stone of this kind in the world was located for her to make this fashionable, investment piece. She wishes to remain private, and no further information is available. Ring. Sz. 6.25. Center diamond measures: 8.86 x 8.83 x 5.50. This piece will come with a $320,000 appraisal for insurance purposes. If you would like to view the full GIA report, please request prior to bidding, by emailing: Brigitte@gwsauctions.com