PAIR OF RUBY AND DIAMOND EAR CLIPS, Cartier

Each centring on a cushion-shaped ruby weighing 5.01 and 5.45 carats respectively, surrounded by brilliant-cut diamonds altogether weighing approximately 7.00 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold, signed and numbered 86776.

Colour and Clarity: According to SSEF reports, both rubies are natural, of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the rubies are matching, of medium deep, strong red colour with a touch of purplish tone, eye clean and very lively. Upon 10x loupe, both stones are quite clean and only a small feathers on the side or close to pavilion. Diamonds are about H to I colours, VS clarity. Signed "Cartier" and numbered to the ear clips. Condition: Vintage ear clips, show signs of normal wear, overall 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.

Accompanied by SSEF reports numbered 64047 and 64048, dated 3 July 2012, stating that the 5.01 and 5.41 carat rubies are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indications of heating.