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Pair of 18 Karat White Gold and Ruby Earrings
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 USD
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Description
- white gold, ruby
Set with two heart-shaped rubies weighing 4.05 and 4.03 carats, illustrated unmounted.
Condition
In very good condition. The slightly included rubies display a bright, strong red evenly saturated hue. Minute cavities to the girdles. The settings are in very good condition with very little wear to the settings or posts.
Accompanied by AGL report no. CS 64029 A and B stating that the rubies are Mong-Hsu Type, with indications of heating. Accompanied by GRS report nos. GRS2005-020075T and GRS2005-020074T stating that the rubies are of Burmese origin, with indications of heating. Accompanied by AGTA report no. 10009508 stating that the rubies are of Burmese origin, with indications of heating.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by AGL report no. CS 64029 A and B stating that the rubies are Mong-Hsu Type, with indications of heating.
Accompanied by GRS report nos. GRS2005-020075T and GRS2005-020074T stating that the rubies are of Burmese origin, with indications of heating.