IMPRESSIVE RUBY AND DIAMOND NECKLACE AND PAIR OF MATCHING EARRINGS

Composed of thirty graduated oval rubies together weighing 54.24 carats, to the necklace set with marquise- and pear-shaped diamonds together weighing approximately 105.55 carats, length approximately 380mm; and pair of matching earrings, the rubies altogether weighing 7.47 carats, the diamonds altogether weighing approximately 7.50 carats; mounted in platinum. (2)

Colour and Clarity: According to Gübelin report, the rubies are natural, of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. Majority of rubies are of "pigeon's blood" red colour. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the rubies are generally matching, of strong red colour, eye clean. Upon 10x loupe, most of the rubies have silks and feather inclusions, not noticeable to naked eyes. Diamonds are about E to G colours, VS clarity. Condition: Karat white gold mounts, with nice articulated links, 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 12126012 / 1 to 30 and 12126013, stating that the rubies are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indications of heating. The colour variety of a majority of the rubies in the necklace and the two larger rubies in the earrings may also be called "pigeon blood red" in the trade.