Impressive ruby and diamond demi-parure, French

The necklace set with oval and cushion-shaped rubies, highlighted with brilliant- and marquise-cut diamonds, inner circumference approximately 395mm; the ear clips similarly-set with detachable drops, all mounted in yellow gold, French assay and indistinct maker's marks.

Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US, as this piece contains rubies of Burmese origin it may not be imported into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewellery department for further information. Necklace and earrings: Stamped with French assay marks and 750 for 18 carat gold. Indistinct maker's mark. Rubies weighing approximately 92.00 - 96.00 carats in total, dark purplish red with typical inclusions visible to the naked eye and under magnification, some stones with surface reaching inclusions, for further information please refer to the Gübelin report. Estimated total diamond weight approximately 67.00 - 68.00 carats, estimated colour H/I, estimated clarity VS on average, graded in yellow mount. Scratches to mount consistent with wear. Safety catch to underside of clasp secure. 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.
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