VERY FINE RUBY AND DIAMOND NECKLACE AND PAIR OF MATCHING EARRINGS

The necklace composed of twenty graduated oval and cushion-shaped rubies, framed by pear-shaped diamonds, embellished by pear- and cushion-shaped rubies, the rubies together weighing 60.63 carats, length approximately 395mm; and pair of matching earrings, each weighing 2.16 and 2.08 carats respectively; the diamonds altogether weighing approximately 75.49 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold. (2)

Colour and Clarity: According to both Gübelin and SSEF reports, all rubies on necklace and earrings are natural, of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating, of "pigeon's blood" red colour. All Diamonds are certified, according to GIA reports, 83 diamonds of D colour, Internally Flawless clarity; 66 diamonds of D colour, VVS1 clarity, and 27 stones of D colour, VVS2 clarity. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the rubies are generally matching, of saturated, strong red colour, eye clean and lively. Upon 10x loupe, the rubies are quite clean and only some rubies have a few minor natural inclusions, not seen to naked eyes. Diamonds have very good brilliance. Condition: Karat white gold mounts, all 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 SSEF report numbered 68991 and twenty-four Gübelin reports, stating that the rubies are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indications of heating. As stated by Gübelin, the rubies in earrings, the centre row of the necklace and some of the smaller rubies may also be called "pigeon's blood red" in the trade. Further accompanied by SSEF appendix letter stating that 'to assemble a matching selection of natural rubies from Burma of this quality is rare and exceptional."

Accompanied by one hundred and seventy-six GIA certificates stating that the diamonds ranging from 0.59 to 0.30 carat are D colour, Internally Flawless to VVS2 clarity.