Ruby and Diamond Ring

Centring on a cushion-shaped ruby weighing 4.05 carats, within a  tiered surround set with emerald-cut and baguette diamonds together weighing approximately 3.80 carats, to the circular-cut diamond hoop, mounted in platinum and 18 karat white gold. Ring size: 6

Colour and Clarity: According to the SSEF and GIA reports, the ruby is natural, of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating, and the colour may also be called "pigeon's blood red" in the trade. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the ruby is of medium tone, saturated red colour, good brilliance and lively. Under the 10x loupe inspection, there are moderate typical silk, crystal and fingerprint inclusions with some lightly surface reaching, a few minor chips at the girdle but not noticeable to the naked eye, and with cavities at the pavilion and culet but not visible when face-up and do not affect the beauty of the stone. The diamonds are about G to H colour, VVS to VS clarity. Condition: Platinum and karat white gold mount, overall 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.

Accompanied by SSEF and  GIA reports numbered 78829 and 1198324803, dated 11 March 2015 and 5 February 2015 respectively, stating that the 4.05 carat ruby is natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indications of heating. Both reports stated that the colour of this ruby may also be called as 'pigeon's blood' in the trade.