RUBY AND DIAMOND NECKLACE

Composed of nineteen graduated oval rubies together weighing approximately 38.50 carats, embellished by brilliant-cut, pear- and marquise-shaped diamonds together weighing approximately 23.20 carats, mounted in platinum and 18 karat yellow gold, length approximately 400mm.

Colour and Clarity: According to GRS report, the largest ruby in the middle is natural, of Burmese origin, with indication of thermal treatment, of vivid red, GRS-type "Pigeon's Blood" colour. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, other rubies are of similar quality and colour, strong red hue, eye clean. Upon 10x loupe, there are natural inclusions and a few stones have surface-reaching fingerprints, not seen to naked eyes. Diamonds are about F to H colours, VVS to VS clarity. Condition: Signs of normal wear to the mount, overall 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 GRS report numbered GRS2013-068156, dated 13 June 2013, stating that the 3.21 carat ruby is natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, vivid red colour (GRS type "pigeon's blood"), with indication of heat enhancement.