Lot 1664
  • 1664

RUBY AND DIAMOND NECKLACE AND PAIR OF MATCHING EARRINGS

Estimate
1,100,000 - 1,300,000 HKD
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Description

  • ruby,diamond,gold
The necklace composed of thirty-eight graduated oval rubies together weighing approximately 64.37 carats, decorated by marquise-shaped and brilliant-cut diamonds together weighing approximately 43.25 carats; and pair of matching earrings, the rubies and diamonds altogether weighing approximately 5.98 and 8.85 carats respectively, mounted in 18 karat white gold. (2)

Condition

Colour and Clarity: According to GRS reports, the rubies on both necklace and earclips are natural, of Burmese origin, with no indication of thermal treatment. Two oval rubies on earclips are of vivid red, GRS type “pigeon’s blood” colour. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the rubies are of strong red colour. Rubies on necklace are eye clean to slightly included to naked eyes, and two oval rubies on earclips are moderately included to naked eyes. Upon 10x loupe, there are natural inclusions and a few surface-reaching nicks and openings, in particular to the two rubies on earclips. Generally, rubies on necklace have slightly better clarity and brilliance. Diamonds are about F to H colours, mostly VS clarity. Condition: Necklace is quite soft and sits well on neck; overall, both in very good 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 US. 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.

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by GRS reports numbered GRS2012-062173 and GRS2012-062174, dated 18 June 2012 and 8 June 2012 respectively, stating that the rubies are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indication of thermal treatment.