- 1742
PAIR OF RUBY AND DIAMOND EARRINGS
Estimate
600,000 - 750,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
Of cluster design, each centring on an oval ruby weighing 2.09 and 2.03 carats respectively, within a surround of six pear-shaped diamonds altogether weighing 11.54 carats, mounted in platinum and 18 karat yellow gold, clip and pendant fittings.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: All stones on the earclips are certified. According to GRS reports, both rubies are natural, of Burmese origin, with no indication of thermal enhancement, of vivid red, GRS type of "pigeon's blood" red colour. The 0.70, 0.76, 0.80, 1.00, 1.00, 1.00, 1.01, 1.01, 1.01, 1.02, 1.02, 1.21 carat diamonds are of D to F colours, VS1 to SI2 clarity. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the rubies are matching, very clean to both naked eyes and loupe check which is rare to natural rubies. All pear-shaped diamonds have nice brilliance.
Condition: Classic cluster earclips, in mint condition.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by GRS reports numbered GRS2006-020421 and GRS2005-100983, dated 11 February 2006 and 10 October 2005 respectively, stating that the 2.09 and 2.03 carat rubies are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, Vivid Red (GRS type "pigeon's blood") colour, with no indication of thermal treatment; also accompanied by twelve GIA reports stating that the diamonds ranging from 1.21 to 0.70 carats are of D to F colour, VS1 to SI2 clarity.