The cabochon ruby stated to weigh 30.20 carats, the front of the mount decorated with gold bands and brilliant-cut diamonds, size 48.

Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US. This piece contains a 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. Accompanied by Gübelin report no. 13125070, stating that the ruby is of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating, together with an information sheet on Mogok rubies. Stamped Pt900 for platinum and OR 750 for 18 carat yellow gold. According to the Gübelin report the ruby, weighing 30.20 carat (as indicated by the client), measures approximately 21.25 x 16.50 x 8.10 mm, it is red and transparent, for further information please refer to the report; with typical crystal inclusions, some surface reaching, cavity to the reverse of the stone. Diamonds bright and lively. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 25 grams.
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