RUBY AND DIAMOND NECKLACE, Tiffany & Co.

The straight-line articulated necklace of cluster design, composed to the front with seven oval rubies together weighing approximately 11.00 carats, decorated throughout with twenty-eight circular-cut rubies together weighing approximately 2.20 carats, each within borders of brilliant-cut and pear-shaped diamonds together weighing approximately 16.00 carats, mounted in platinum and 18 karat yellow gold, length approximately 420mm, retractable pendant loop fittings, signed.

Colour and Clarity: In our opinion, the rubies are matching, of vivid red colour, eye clean with good brilliance. Upon 10x loupe, the rubies are quite clean, showing only a few minor natural fingerprints, which not seen to naked eyes. Diamonds are about E to F colours, VVS to VS clarity. Signed to the clasp. Condition: Well-made necklace with soft and articulated links, with retractable pendant loop. Normal signs of wear, otherwise in very 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. 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.