PAIR OF RUBY AND DIAMOND EAR STUDS

Each centring on a cushion-shaped ruby weighing 3.08 and 3.00 carats respectively, surrounded by pear-shaped diamonds altogether weighing approximately 11.75 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold.

Colour and Clarity: According to Gübelin report, all rubies are natural, of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. Nine major rubies are of vivid red colour, classified as "pigeon's blood" red. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the rubies are matching, of very strong red colour, eye clean. Upon 10x loupe, there are fingerprint inclusions and one or two surface-reaching hairline fissues, not seen to naked eyes and very common in natural rubies. Diamonds are about D to F colours, VVS to VS clarity. Condition: 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 Gübelin report numbered 12126001/1 and 2, dated 5 December 2012, stating that the 3.08 and 3.00 carat rubies are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indications of heating. This colour variety of ruby may also be called "pigeon blood red" in the trade.