Lot 1714
- 1714
Ruby and Diamond Necklace and Pair of Matching Pendent Earrings
Estimate
1,200,000 - 1,400,000 HKD
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Description
- diamond, ruby, gold
The necklace set with oval and cushion-shaped rubies, decorated by pear-shaped, brilliant-cut and baguette diamonds; and pair of pendent earrings en suite; the rubies and diamonds altogether weighing approximately 95.95 and 46.40 carats respectively, mounted in 18 karat white and yellow gold, length approximately 380mm. (2)
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to the GRS report, all the rubies on the necklaces and earrings are natural, of Burmese origin, with no indication of heating. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the rubies are of medium to intense purplish red colour, a few of pinkish red colour, with typical silk and feather inclusions, some surface reaching, visible under 10x loupe and not noticeable when worn. The diamonds are about G to I colours, VS to SI clarity.
Condition: In very good 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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by two GRS reports numbered GRS2015-018220 and GRS2015-018219, stating that the rubies are natural, the rubies on the earrings are of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, red to vivid red (GRS type "pigeon's blood"), with no indications of heating. The majority rubies on the necklace are of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indications of heating.