Sapphire and diamond ring makes $461,000 in New York

A sapphire and diamond ring, set with an oval cut 5.85 carat sapphire, realised $461,000 at Bonhams' October 17 Fine Jewellery sale in New York.

Sapphire Diamond Bonhams
The ring is set with an oval cut sapphire

The sapphire was of Kashmir origin and mounted in 18k gold, flanked by half-moon cut diamonds.

An unmounted coloured diamond weighing 8.06 carats achieved a notable $389,000 while a diamond solitaire ring, at 10.48 carats, made $293,000.

A diamond, platinum and 18k gold ring made by Silverhorn and featuring an openwork geometric mount was another highlight - also selling for $293,000.

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