The pear-shaped cabochon ruby weighing 27.81 carats framed by brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in platinum, French assay marks.

Ruby of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US. This piece contains ruby of Burmese origin and therefore cannot be imported into the US. Please contact the jewellery department for further information or see our Important Notices. Stamped with PT 950 and French assay marks for platinum. Inscribed R. 27.81 indicating the weight of the ruby. A red opaque stone with numerous typical crystal inclusions noticeable to the unaided eye, some are surface reaching, few scratches. Please refer to the Gübelin report for further information on the stone. Inscribed Bt. 4.74 probably indicating the weight of the diamonds, on average H-J colour, VS-SI clarity. Little signs of wear to the metal. In good condition.
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