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Lot 343
  • 343

Fine ruby and diamond ring, E. Meister, Zurich

Estimate
180,000 - 280,000 CHF
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Description

  • ruby, gold, diamond
Claw-set with an oval ruby weighing 9.20 carats, framed with pear-shaped diamonds, size 531/2, sizing band.

Condition

Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US. This piece contains a ruby of Burmese origin and therefore cannot be imported into the US. Please contact the jewellery department for further information or see our Important Notices. Partial maker's mark. Stamped with 750 for 18 carat gold. According to the Gübelin report the ruby, measuring 11.92 x 10.64 x 7.95 mm and weighing 9.20 carat, is of Burmese origin with no indication of heating, it is of pink-red colour, very few inclusions, few scratches and some abrasions, two chips below girdle. Diamonds bright and lively. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 9 grams.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."