PAIR OF RUBY AND DIAMOND PENDENT EARRINGS

Each suspending on an oval ruby weighing 12.17 and 10.46 carats respectively, surrounded by brilliant-cut diamonds extending to the hook surmount, the diamonds altogether weighing approximately 11.05 carats, mounted in platinum and 18 karat yellow gold.

Colour and Clarity: Please note that the correct GRS certificate number should read "GRS2012-021644". According to the GRS and Gübelin report, the rubies are natural, of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating, of vivid red, "GRS type Pigeon's Blood" colour. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the rubies are of a medium pinkish red colour. Under 10x loupe, there are silky inclusions, crystals, and typical inclusions common in Burmese rubies. One of the rubies shows a surface reaching fissure not noticeable to naked eyes. The diamonds in the surround are about G-H colours, VS clarity. Condition: 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 GRS report numbered GRS2011-031371 and GRS2012-021644, dated 6 March 2011 and 22 February 2012 respectively, stating that the 12.17 and 10.46 carat rubies are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indication of thermal treatment; also accompanied by Gübelin report numbered 12027269/1 and 2, dated 22 February 2011, stating that the 10.46 and 12.17 carat rubies are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indications of heating. 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 ruby of 10.46 ct described in the above mentioned Gübelin Gem Lab Report possesses the properties of Burmese rubies from the areas described above."