PAIR OF RUBY AND DIAMOND PENDENT EARRINGS

Each suspending on an oval ruby weighing 5.05 and 4.20 carats respectively, surmounted by an old-mine brilliant-cut diamond weighing 2.02 and 2.01 carats, decorated by brilliant-cut diamonds extending to the hook surmount altogether weighing approximately 5.00 carats, mounted in platinum.

Colour and Clarity: According to Gübelin and GRS reports, both rubies are natural, of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. Appendix also state that both rubies comes from the most reputable mine, Mogok. Two cushion diamonds, according to GIA reports, are G colour, VVS2 and VS1 clarity respectively. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, two rubies are of matching, intense red colour, good brilliance. Upon 10x loupe, both rubies have feather and some natural inclusions, not noticeable to naked eyes. Round diamonds in the surrounds are about F to G colours, VS clarity. Condition: Platinum mounts, in very good 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 US. 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 Gübelin reports numbered 12030261 and 12030260, dated 4 April 2012, stating that the respective 5.05 and 4.20 carat rubies are natural, of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. Further accompanied by Gübelin notes stating the natural ruby (of 5.05 and 4.20 carats) possesses the properties of Mogok Burmese rubies, with a red body colour and red UV-flourescence. Also accompanied by GRS report numbered GRS2012-063943, dated 27 June 2012, stating that the rubies are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indication of thermal treatment. Further accompanied by GIA reports numbered 5131133709 and 5131164367, dated 7 and 8 March 2011 respectively, stating that the 2.02 and 2.01 carat diamonds are G colour, VVS2 and VS1 clarity.