Fine Ruby and diamond ring

The cushion-shaped ruby weighing 6.67 carats, set within surrounds of brilliant-cut, baguette and tapered baguette diamonds, mounted in platinum, size 48.

Ruby of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewellery department for further information. Stamped Pt 950 for platinum. Please refer to reports for details on the ruby. Lively stone with very good and even colour saturation, exceptionally clean crystal. A few minor nicks on table and around girdle. Small indented natural below girdle. Prongs may benefit to be checked by a professional jeweller. Signs of normal wear to the mount. In good condition.
"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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By family tradition this ring was purchased at Settepassi, in Milan, in 1955.