COLLECTION OF GOLD, RUBY AND DIAMOND JEWELLERY

Comprising: a necklace of articulated fancy linking, to a stylised bow clasp, decorated to the centre with a line of calibré-cut rubies, highlighted by brilliant-cut diamonds to either side, length approximately 380mm, British import marks for London 1987,  with a pair of earrings en suite, clip and post fittings, together with a wide bracelet of similar linking, centring on a buckle clasp, embellished by three lines of step-cut rubies, decorated to the sides with brilliant-cut diamonds, length approximately 190mm, British import marks for London 1987, part illustrated.

Necklace: Stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Diamonds bright and lively, rubies a dark red hue with moderately strong saturation of colour, typical inclusions visible with a 10x lens, one with a small chip only visible with magnification, well matched. Well articulated. Linking twisted. Scratches and indentations visible on polished areas consistent with wear. Estimated to weigh 113.1 grams. Earrings: Stamped with 585 for 14 carat gold to side of each post fitting. Bright diamonds. Rubies a dark red hue with moderately strong saturation of colour, typical inclusions visible with a 10x lens. Strong clip fittings. Bracelet: Stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Diamonds bright and lively. Rubies a medium purplish (pinkish) red hue with moderately strong saturation of colour, well matched. Light scratches to clasp consistent with wear. Bracelet a little twisted, however lies flat. Secure clasp. Estimated to weigh approximately 107.6 grams. All pieces in very good condition. Italian assay marks.
"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.
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