IMPRESSIVE RUBY AND DIAMOND NECKLACE AND PAIR OF MATCHING EARRINGS

The necklace composed of fifty-four graduated oval rubies together weighing 76.70 carats, decorated by pear-shaped diamonds together weighing approximately 63.10 carats, length approximately 380mm; and pair of matching earrings, each centring on an oval ruby weighing 2.17 and 2.22 carats respectively, the diamonds altogether weighing approximately 3.85 carats; mounted in platinum. (2)

Colour and Clarity: According to both Gübelin and GRS report, the rubies are natural, of Burmese (Mogkok) origin, with no indications of thermal treatment, of vivid red GRS type "Pigeon's Blood" colour. Also accompanied by two Thai gem reports. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the rubies are matching, of strong red colour, eye clean and lively. Upon 10x loupe, the rubies generally have natural crystals and fingerprint inclusions, not noticeable to naked eyes. Diamonds are F to H colours, VS clarity. Condition: Karat white gold mounts, the necklace sits very well on neck, both in mint condition. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that jadeite and rubies of Burmese origin and articles of jewellery containing jadeite or rubies of Burmese origin all less than 100 years old may not be imported into the U.S. The purchaser's inability to import any item into the U.S. or any other country as a result of these or other restrictions shall not justify cancellation or rescission of the sale or any delay in payment. Please check with the specialist department if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these import restrictions, or any other restrictions on importation or exportation.
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.

Accompanied by Gübelin and GRS reports numbered 11076065/1to 54 and GRS2011-072518 respectively, stating that the rubies on the necklace are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, vivid red (GRS type "Pigeon's blood"), with no indication of thermal treatment; further accompanied by Gübelin notes stating that "Mogok-type rubies typically possess a red body colour and red UV-fluorescence. In addition, they may contain tiny amounts of light-scattering rutile silk and a swirl-like growth pattern... The natural rubies described in the above mentioned Gübelin Gem Lab Report possess the properties of Burmese rubies from the areas described above."; further accompanied by Gübelin report numbered 12027087/1 and 2, stating that the rubies on earrings are natural, of Burmess (Myanmar) origin, with no indications of heating. Also accompanied by GRS report numbered GRS2012- 013709, dated 20 January 2012, stating that the 2.22 and 2.17 carat rubies on the earrings are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, vivid red (GRS type "Pigeon's blood"), with no indication of thermal treatment.