Sapphire Ring and Pair of Ruby Earclips, Gianmaria Buccellati; and Gem-set and Cultured Pearl Necklace

Comprising: A ring designed as a textured gold band embellished by three oval sapphires, signed Gianmaria Buccellati Italy; and pair of earclips, each embellished by a circular-cut ruby, signed Gianmaria Buccellati and numbered Z55G; and a necklace composed of numerous freshwater cultured baroque pearls, spaced by ruby and sapphire beads together weighing approximately 12.50 and 8.20 carats respectively, length approximately 710mm; all mounted in 18 karat yellow gold. (3)

Colour and Clarity: In our opinion, the faceted sapphires and rubies on ring and the ear-clips are of deep blue and deep red colour respectively, with surface abrasions under loupe check. Sapphire and ruby beads are medium blue and medium deep red colour, translucency clarity. The freshwater pearls are of baroque shape, white colour with slight rosè overtone, good lustre. Ring and earclips are signed Gianmaria Buccellati. Condition: This lot is offered without reserve. Signs of wear to the mounts, ring and earclips in very good condition, necklace in 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.
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