Pair of Ruby and Diamond Earclips

Each centring on an oval ruby weighing 5.02 and 4.01 carats respectively, to a surround set with four marquise- and five pear-shaped diamonds altogether weighing approximately 16.88 carats, mounted in platinum and yellow gold.

Colour and Clarity: According to both SSEF and GIA reports, the rubies are natural, of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. According to the GIA Gem Portrait book, these two rubies are of vivid red colour, which is described as "Pigeon's Blood" in the trade. Please refer to the reports and separate booklet for details. In our opinion, the two rubies are matching, of saturated, warm velvety red colour, eye clean. Upon 10x loupe, there are microscopic silk inclusions, not seen to naked eyes. One ruby has minor surface reaching fissures close to girdle and a small cavity on the back, common in natural rubies and not seen to naked eyes. Four marquise and two pear-shaped diamonds, according to GIA reports, are D to E colours, VVS1 to VS1 clarity, all with Excellent Polish. Please refer to the GIA reports for details. Other smaller marquise and pear-shaped diamonds weigh about 0.70 to 0.95 carat each, are of similar quality. Condition: Platinum and karat yellow gold ear-clip mount, in excellent 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.

Accompanied by GIA and SSEF reports numbered 6172728178 and 80729, dated 9 July 2014 and 29 June 2015 respectively, stating that the rubies are natural, of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. GIA states that the colour appearance of these stones is described in the trade as "Pigeon’s Blood". Also accompanied by a GIA Portrait Report.
Further accompanied by six GIA reports, stating that the four marquise-shaped and two pear-shaped diamonds ranging from 1.16 to 1.01 carats are D to E colour, VVS1 to VS1 clarity.