Ruby and diamond bracelet

Designed as a band of marquise-shaped diamonds, the front alternating with seven cushion-shaped and oval rubies stated to weigh 3.13, 2.90, 4.29, 4.32, 4.87, 5.40 and 4.06 carats, length approximately 170mm, French assay and maker's marks for Cartier, pendant bail to reverse of central ruby.

Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US. This piece contains rubies of Burmese origin and therefore cannot be imported into the US. Please contact the jewellery department for further information or see our Important Notices. Accompanied by SSEF report no. 65374, stating that the seven rubies are of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. Additionally accompanied by twenty-five GIA reports stating that the diamonds weighing from 0.41 to 1.37 carats, are D to F Colour, VVS2 to SI2 Clarity. Reports read as following: SSEF stone A (measured unmounted) weighs 3.132 carats and measures 9.53 x 7.93 x 4.53 mm; stone B stated to weigh 2.90 carats and measures approximately 10.15 x 7.95 x 3.50 mm; stone C stated to weigh 4.30 carats and measures approximately 11.20 x 9.00 x 4.75 mm; stone D stated to weigh 4.32 carats and measures approximately 12.15 x 9.3.5 x 4.40 mm; stone E stated to weigh 4.81 carats and measures approximately 10.90 x 9.40 x 5.20 mm; stone F stated to weigh 5.40 carats and measures approximately 10.50 x 8.50 x 6.65 mm; stone G stated to weigh 4.06 carats and measures approximately 10.05 x 8.85 x 5.15 mm. GIA report no. 6147489411, marquise brilliant, 0.41 carats, 7.07 x 3.98 x 2.43 mm, D colour, VS2 clarity; report no. 1146489364, marquise brilliant, 0.43 carats, 7.69 x 3.94 x 2.54 mm, D colour, VS1 clarity; report no. 2141489438, marquise brilliant, 0.43 carats, 7.09 x 4.13 x 2.64 mm, D colour, VS2 clarity; report no. 2141489289, marquise brilliant, 0.43 carats, 6.90 x 4.23 x 2.43 mm, D colour, SI2 clarity; report no. 1146489344, marquise brilliant, 0.44 carats, 8.41 x 3.77 x 2.31 mm, E colour, SI1 clarity; report no. 2141489419, marquise brilliant, 0.45 carats, 7.48 x 3.95 x 2.67 mm, E colour, VS1 clarity; report no. 2141489441, marquise brilliant, 0.46 carats, 8.18 x 3.79 x 2.50 mm, D colour, VS2 clarity; report no. 1146489430, marquise brilliant, 0.46 carats, 7.05 x 4.14 x 2.61 mm, E colour, VS2 clarity; report no. 2141489368, marquise brilliant, 0.48 carats, 7.89 x 4.11 x 2.38 mm, F colour, SI2 clarity; report no. 1146489282, marquise brilliant, 0.50 carats, 7.27 x 4.00 x 2.80 mm, D colour, VS1 clarity; report no. 6147489372, marquise brilliant, 0.50 carats, 7.36 x 4.00 x 2.80 mm, D colour, VS2 clarity; report no. 2141489416, marquise brilliant, 0.52 carats, 7.74 x 4.01 x 2.78 mm, E colour, VS1 clarity; report no. 1146489308, marquise brilliant, 0.54 carats, 7.39 x 4.38 x 2.78 mm, F colour, VVS2 clarity; report no. 2141489285, marquise brilliant, 0.55 carats, 7.61 x 4.50 x 2.70 mm, D colour, SI1 clarity; report no. 2141489424, marquise brilliant, 0.55 carats, 6.98 x 4.35 x 2.93 mm, E colour, VS1 clarity; report no. 6147489433, marquise brilliant, 0.58 carats, 7.11 x 4.57 x 2.98 mm, D colour, VS2 clarity; report no. 6147489279, marquise brilliant, 0.58 carats, 8.66 x 4.36 x 2.60 mm, F colour, VS1 clarity; report no. 1146489361, marquise brilliant, 0.81 carats, 9.87 x 4.72 x 2.83 mm, E colour, VVS2 clarity; report no. 1146489356, marquise brilliant, 0.84 carats, 9.78 x 4.81 x 3.11 mm, E colour, VVS2 clarity; report no. 8651336, marquise brilliant, 1.00 carat, 10.04 x 5.23 x 3.32 mm, E colour, VS1 clarity; report no. 2141489337, marquise modified brilliant, 1.04 carats, 11.36 x 5.31 x 3.06 mm, F colour, VS2 clarity; report no. 2141489312, marquise brilliant, 1.05 carats, 10.67 x 5.54 x 2.94 mm, D colour, VS1 clarity; report no. 2141489323, marquise brilliant, 1.09 carats, 10.24 x 5.59 x 3.34 mm, D colour, VS1 clarity; report no. 8799711, marquise brilliant, 1.22 carats, 10.68 x 5.25 x 3.87 mm, D colour, VS2 clarity; report no. 2141489340, marquise brilliant, 1.37 carats, 11.24 x 5.41 x 3.86 mm, D colour, VVS2 clarity. Maker's mark for Cartier behind central ruby, numbered RG1570, weights of rubies engraved on reverse to each stone, also engraved 25 DN 16.74 on clasp, referring to the total weight of the 25 diamonds. For further information on the rubies and diamonds please refer to the reports; rubies with typical crystal inclusions, some surface reaching, few scratches and nicks. Clasp secure, safety catch to the side. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 29 grams.
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