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Ruby and diamond ring
Estimate
118,000 - 177,000 CHF
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Description
- ruby, diamond, metal
Claw-set with an oval ruby weighing 5.66 carats, to a raised mount set with baguette diamonds, size 52.
Condition
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 88166, stating that the cushion-shaped ruby measuring 10.64 x 8.29 x 7.11mm and weighing 5.66 carats, is of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating.
Also accompanied by the original receipt from the Army and Navy Stores, Westmintser, London, dated 3rd May 1940.
Ruby pinkish red of medium strong saturation, with very good transparency, some typical inclusions visible under close inspection and minor abrasions; for further details on the stone, please refer to the SSEF report. Baguette diamonds bright and lively. Signs of normal wear to the metal consistent with age and use. In very good condition. Gross weight approximately 6 grams.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
The ruby was purchased by the grandfather of the present owners, the honourable Lieutenant-Colonel Charles Lyndhurst Towne, before he left for war as a collateral for his wife and children to emigrate to America should England be invaded by Germany.