Lot 1422
  • 1422

Pair of Ruby and Diamond Earrings

Estimate
1,800,000 - 2,200,000 HKD
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Description

  • ruby, diamond, platinum
Each centring on an oval ruby altogether weighing approximately 6.62 carats, to a pear-shaped diamond cluster surround enhanced by circular-cut diamond frames, the diamonds altogether weighing approximately 6.20 carats, mounted in platinum.

Condition

Colour and Clarity: According to GIA report, the rubies are natural, of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating, of "pigeon's blood" red colour. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the rubies are matching, of intense red colour, eye clean. Upon 10x loupe, there are silk and crystal inclusions, with surface reaching fissures mostly close to girdle, not seen to naked eyes. Marquise and pear-shaped diamonds are about E to F colours, VVS to VS clarity; other tiny diamonds are probably of F to G colours, VS clarity. Condition: Platinum mounts, in mint 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.

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by GIA and SSEF reports numbered 7152589638 and 82270, dated 13 June 2014 and 25 September 2015 respectively, stating that the rubies are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indications of heating. GIA stated that the colour appearance of these stones is described in the trade as "Pigeon’s Blood".