A mid-20th century sapphire and diamond ring

A mid-20th century sapphire and diamond ring, designed as a central faceted cushion cut sapphire claw set in white metal to marquise and brilliant cut diamond set shoulders, the white metal shank stamped 'Birks Plat', ring size J, weight approx 8g

Condition Report

Sapphire measures approx 14.9mm x 11.6mm x 6.8mm deep, estimated carat weight approx 10cts, sapphire appears to be natural and being sold as such, some planes of fingerprint inclusions, some slight abrasions to the facet edges, pale-light blue saturation, does not have a gemmological report so cannot confirm if it has been heat treated, metal has not been tested but assumed platinum, general wear, refer to images

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