Emerald, ruby and diamond brooch

Designed as a ballerina, set with pear-shaped and brilliant-cut diamonds, circular-cut emeralds and rubies, mounted in yellow gold.

Please refer to the Important Notices page 217 in the Day Sale catalogue, regarding import of rubies into the US. Stamped 750 for gold. Total diamond weight approximately 12.00 carats, mixed in colour and clarity, ranging from H-I and J-L colour, VS-SI clarity, a few I. The pear-shaped diamond gauged to weigh approximately 0.70 carats, K-L colour, SI clarity in our experts' opinion. Rubies and emeralds overall well matched, lively stones with some typical crystal inclusions (some reaching surface). Some minor tarnish to gold (mainly at the back) and scratches due to normal wear. In good condition.
"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."