18 karat gold, ruby and diamond necklace and earrings

The necklace designed as scalloped foliate swags, the center decorated with fringes of floral clusters set with 9 round rubies weighing approximately 4.75 carats, set throughout with 204 round diamonds weighing approximately 18.75 carats; the matching earclips set with 2 round rubies weighing approximately 1.10 carats and 34 round diamonds weighing approximately 3.75 carats, necklace length 15½ inches, 1 diamond missing.  

Good condition with minor discoloration to the gold. The rubies are eye-clean to lightly included and medium-deep slightly purplish red. The diamonds are approximately G-I color, VS-SI clarity. There is one small diamond missing from one of the leaves on the clasp.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.