Rubellite, Ruby and Diamond Necklace

Set with an oval rubellite weighing 42.09 carats, to a stylised surround set with variously-shaped diamonds, the necklace composed of links set with oval rubies and baguette diamonds, connected by brilliant-cut diamonds, the rubies and diamonds together weighing approximately 12.85 and 21.30 carats respectively, mounted in 18 karat white gold, length approximately 430mm, signed Laut and numbered 7389.

Colour and Clarity: According to the GRS report, the rubellite is natural, with no indications of heating. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the rubellite is of intense purplish red colour. Under 10x loupe, the rubellite is lightly included, the crystal inclusions and nicks not noticeable to naked eyes. The small rubies are of intense purplish red colour, under 10x loupe, the rubies are moderately included, the inclusions, not noticeable to naked eyes. The diamonds are of mixed colours ranging from G-K colours,VS-SI clarity. Condition: 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 reports numbered GRS2013-103482, dated 5 November 2013, stating that the 42.09 carat rubellite is natural, with no indication of thermal treatment.