RUBY AND DIAMOND NECKLACE

Composed of fifty-three oval and cushion-shaped rubies together weighing approximately 104.60 carats, each framed by brilliant-cut diamonds, linked by brilliant-cut and marquise-shaped diamonds, joined by two similarly-set stylised links, the diamonds together weighing approximately 52.60 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold, length approximately 430mm.

Colour and Clarity: According to the GRS report, the rubies are natural, of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the rubies are of an intense pinkish red to red colour, two stones on the double row ends are slightly more pink. Under 10x loupe, there are natural inclusions such as crystals, feathers, silk, some surface reaching, not noticeable to naked eyes. The diamonds are about H-I colours, VS clarity. Condition: Decorative necklace, and well articulated. 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.

Accompanied by GRS report numbered GRS2010-072059, dated 8 September 2010, stating that the rubies are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indication of thermal treatment.