Each set with an oval ruby weighing approximately 5.06 and 4.01 carats, surrounded by a marquise- and pear-shaped diamonds, to a surmount set with three similarly-cut diamonds altogether weighing 6.28 carats, linked by a brilliant-cut diamond, the diamonds altogether weighing approximately 15.15 carats, mounted in platinum and 18 karat yellow gold.

Colour and Clarity: According to Gübelin, GIA and SSEF reports, the rubies are natural, of Burma (Mogok)origin, with no indications of heating. According to the GIA Gem Portrait book, these two rubies are of vivid red colour which may also be called as "Pigeon's Blood" red 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, characteristic inclusions of Mogok materials; one ruby has minor surface fissures close to girdle, not seen to naked eyes. Four marquise and two pear-shaped diamonds in the surmounts, according to GIA reports, are D to E colours, VVS1 to VS1 clarity, all with Excellent Polish and three of them also with Excellent Symmetry. Please refer to the GIA reports for details. Other smaller marquise and pear-shaped diamonds weigh about 0.60 to 0.95 carat each, are of similar quality. Condition: Platinum and karat yellow gold 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, Gübelin and SSEF reports, stating that the 5.06 and 4.01 carat rubies are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indications of heating. GIA report states that the colour appearance of these rubies are described in the trade as ‘Pigeon’s Blood’. Further accompanied by SSEF Premium Appendix folio and GIA Portrait, stating that the two rubies are from the famous Mogok Valley. Also accompanied by six GIA reports stating that the diamonds ranging from 1.16 to 1.01 carats are D to E colour, VVS1 to VS1 clarity.