Fine Ruby and Diamond Ring, Cartier

Centring on an oval ruby weighing 4.79 carats, flanked on each side by a half moon-shaped diamond, decorated by brilliant-cut and baguette diamonds together weighing approximately 1.30 carats, mounted in platinum, signed and numbered HSS432. Ring size: 5¼

Colour and Clarity: According to the Gubelin report, the ruby is natural, of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the ruby is of strong red colour, good saturation and brilliance, quite clean with a few crystals and surface reaching inclusions on the pavilion, minor nicks, not seen to naked eyes. Diamonds are about F to G colours, VS-VVS 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 14067250, dated 22 June 2014, stating that the 4.79 carat ruby is natural, of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating, this colour variety of ruby may also be called 'pigeon blood red' in the trade; further accompanied by a Gübelin note stating that the ruby is from the most famed Mogok Valley. Also accompanied by a Cartier certificate of authenticity and a signed box.