MAGNIFICENT RUBY AND DIAMOND NECKLACE, FAIDEE

Composed of twenty-three graduated oval rubies together weighing 53.07 carats, each surrounded by marquise- and pear-shaped diamonds together weighing approximately 89.00 carats, highlighted by circular-cut rubies together weighing approximately 14.25 carats, mounted in platinum, length approximately 480mm.

Colour and Clarity: The rubies weigh from 6.04 to 1.01 carats each. According to Gübelin, GIA and GRS reports, all twenty-three pieces of rubies are natural, of Burmese origin, with no indications of thermal treamtment, of vivid red "Pigeon's Blood" colour. Also accompanied by a Gübelin appendix, "Faidee Red Magic" Monograph GIA Report and GRS Platinum Award highlighting the outstanding quality and rarity of these rubies. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the rubies have good lustre, of strong red colour, lively stones. Upon 10x loupe, there are natural crystals and fingerprint inclusions in these rubies, which are very common in natural Burmese rubies. The largest ruby has some silky inclusions close to its table, but all other rubies are quite clean to naked eyes and lively. Other tiny round rubies are of vivid red colour, eye clean and lively. Diamonds are generally of very good quality, D to E colours, VVS to VS clarity, charming brilliance. Condition: Platinum mount, very fine and detailed workmanship, very impressive necklace, in mint condition. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that jadeite and rubies of Burmese origin and articles of jewellery containing jadeite or rubies of Burmese origin all less than 100 years old may not be imported into the U.S. The purchaser's inability to import any item into the U.S. or any other country as a result of these or other restrictions shall not justify cancellation or rescission of the sale or any delay in payment. Please check with the specialist department if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these import restrictions, or any other restrictions on importation or exportation.
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.

Accompanied by GIA report numbered 7122844845, dated 26 January 2012, stating that the rubies are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indications of heating, the colour appearance of these stones is described in the trade as "Pigeon's Blood"; further accompanied by a GIA "Faidee Red Magic" Monograph Report and supplementary letter. Also accompanied by GRS Platinum Rarity Award numbered GRS2011-122731 (Award No 763), dated 19 January 2012, stating that the rubies are natural, vivid red (GRS type "pigeon's blood"), with no indication of thermal treatment, with appendix stating that "This magnificent ruby necklace is a superb collection of unheated Burmese rubies, matching in color with an elegant graduation in sizes towards the centre stone of over 6 cts. Such Burmese ruby sets have become extremely rare and can be considered an exquisite treasure." Further accompanied by Gübelin report numbered 11126022/1to23, dated 25 January 2012, stating that the rubies are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indications of heating, this colour variety of some of the rubies may also be called "pigeon blood red" in the trade; also accompanied by Gübelin appendix stating that these rubies "possess a saturated and homogeneous colour... A matched suite of Burmese rubies of this size, and possessing such a combination of characteristics is rare."

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