Lot 409
- 409
Ruby and diamond ring, Cartier, circa 1968
Estimate
20,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description
- ruby, diamond, metal
Claw-set with an oval ruby within a frame of marquise-shaped diamonds, size Q1/2, indistinctly signed Cartier, case stamped Cartier.
Condition
Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US. This piece may contain rubies of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin will be required before import of rubies into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewelery department for further information.
Accompanied by The Gem & Pearl Laboratory report no. 11621, stating that the ruby is of Burmese origin, with no evidence of heat treatment. Accompanied by a letter from Cartier, dated 1968 and a drawing from Cartier.
Indistinctly signed Cartier due to wear. Ruby weighing approximately 4.44 carats of purplish red colour, surface reaching flaw to one side near to a claw, typical inclusions visible to the naked eye, transparent. Total diamond weight approximately 1.00-2.50 carats, estimated colour G-I, estimated clarity VS on average. Abrasions and scratches consistent with wear.
"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."
"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 The Gem & Pearl Laboratory report no. 11621, stating that the ruby is of Burmese origin, with no evidence of heat treatment.
Accompanied by a letter from Cartier, da🍸ted 1968 and a d💯rawing by Cartier.