Lot 35
  • 35

Pair of natural pearl, ruby and diamond earrings

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description

  • natural pearl, ruby, metal
Each designed as a natural pearl measuring approximately 8.8 - 9.0 x 6.3 and 8.9 - 9.1 x 6.5mm respectively, framed by circular-cut and cushion-shaped diamonds and circular-cut rubies and one synthetic ruby, post fittings.

Condition

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. Accompanied by Gemmological Certification Services report no. 5776-4208, stating that the pearls were found to be natural, saltwater, four rubies of Burmese origin, three rubies of Thai origin, all with no indications of heat treatment and one synthetic ruby. Pearls: one of cream body colour, one of white body colour, strong overtones to each with rose and green, not well matched, round baroque shape, uneven shape and uneven nacre texture to both, medium lustre. Rubies of purplish red, light colour, one synthetic, abrasions and small chips consistent with wear. Secure posts. 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."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by Gemmological Certification Services report no. 5776-4208, stating that the pearls were found to be natural, saltwater, four rubies of Burmese origin, three rubies of Thai origin, all with no indications of heat treatment and one synthetic ruby.