Ruby and diamond necklace

The bow motif set with two cabochon rubies, decorated with circular-cut and baguette diamonds, on a similarly set detachable necklace, length approximately 410mm, necklace may be worn as two bracelets, lengths approximately 190mm each, French assay and maker's marks.

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. Please note that Sotheby's is not responsible for the accuracy of any estimated weights provided by gemmological certificates. Accompanied by SSEF report no. 78206, stating that the rubies on the bow element measuring approximately 14.20 x 15.20 x 5.70mm and 19.10 x 13.75 x 7.20mm, weighing approximately 14.00 and 21.00 carats, are of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating, with a moderate amount of oil in fissures. Each stamped with French maker's marks K.Z., for Zafral, Paris. Each stamped with French assay marks for gold. Rubies from the bow element are semi-transparent to translucent, of purplish red, of medium strong saturation. Detachable necklace may be worn as two bracelets, the rubies measuring from approximately 10.35 x 9.07 x 5.44mm to 14.83 x 12.11 x 8.68mm and from 10.59 x 9.94 x 6.56mm to 15.75 x 13.57 x 8.03mm respectively, well matched in colour, with typical inclusions, some surface reaching, some nicks and abrasions. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 30.00 - 35.00 carats, H - J colour and VS - SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. An extra link connects the two bracelets as a necklace, the necklace may be worn without the central bow element. Signs of normal wear to the metal consistent with use. Total gross weight approximately 148 grams.
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