PAIR OF RUBY AND DIAMOND PENDENT EARRINGS

Each suspending on a cushion-shaped ruby, to a double-frame set with brilliant-cut diamonds, surmounted by a cushion-shaped ruby surrounded by brilliant-cut diamonds, the rubies and diamonds altogether weighing approximately 12.78 and 2.30 carats respectively, mounted in 18 karat white gold.

Colour and Clarity: According to GRS reports, the rubies are natural, of Burmese origin, with no indication of thermal treatment. All the rubies 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, eye clean to slightly included to naked eyes. Upon 10x loupe, there are natural inclusions and a few surface-reaching nicks and openings. Diamonds are about F to H colours, mostly VS clarity. Diamonds are of G to H colour, VVS to VS clarity. Condition: Karat gold mount, 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 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 GRS report numbered GRS2011-052259, dated 6 May 2011, stating that the four rubies are natural, of Burmese origin, vivid red (GRS type "pigeon's blood") colour, with no indication of thermal treatment.