18 Karat Two-Color Gold, Ruby and Diamond Necklace, Garrard & Co., London

The graduated openwork three row necklace set with oval rubies weighing 110.43 carats, accented by pear-shaped and round diamonds weighing 41.47 carats, mounted in 18 karat white and yellow gold, length 17 inches, signed G&Co.

Set with 165 oval rubies of warm, rich medium red color with good to very good clarity. The rubies have not been tested for origin but most probably Thai, heated. Also set with 96 pear-shaped and 113 round diamonds approximately E-G color and VVS-VS clarity. Heavy, flexible and very well made. In good condition and fitted with a safety closure. Signed G & Co on clasp tongue. A copy of the Document for the Purpose of Insurance Replacement from Asprey & Garrard available upon request.
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.
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