Ruby, coloured diamond and diamond ring, Monture Cartier

Of floral design, set with a cushion-shaped ruby weighing 1.84 carats and circular-cut and marquise-shaped diamonds of yellow and near colourless tint, size L, inscribed Mtd Cartier, French import marks.

Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US; this piece may contain a ruby of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin is required before the import of rubies into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewellery department for further information. French import marks for platinum. Inscribed Mtd Cartier. Ruby medium - light purplish red, with typical inclusions visible under magnification. Estimated total weight of diamonds of yellow and brown tint approximately 0.40 - 0.70 carats, estimated clarity VS. Estimated total weight of remaining diamonds approximately 1.50 - 2.50 carats, estimated colour I-K, estimated clarity VS-SI. Some scratches to metal consistent with wear. In good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 75975, stating that the ruby is of Burmese origin, with no evidence of heat treatment.

Please note the diamonds of yellow tint have not been tested for natural colour origin.