RUBY AND DIAMOND RING; SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND RING

The first ring set with an oval ruby weighing 2.44 carats, to a mount set with brilliant-cut diamonds; the second ring composed of a circular-cut sapphire weighing 1.42 carats and a brilliant-cut diamond weighing 0.54 carat, framed by brilliant-cut diamonds extending to the shoulders; mounted in 18 karat white gold. (2)

Colour and Clarity: According to GRS reports, the ruby is natural, of Burmese origin, with no indication of thermal treatment, of "pigeon's blood" red colour. The sapphire is also natural, with no indication of thermal treatment, of "royal blue" colour. The larger round diamond on sapphire ring is I colour, VS1 clarity, with Excellent Cut, Polish and Symmetry. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the ruby is of strong, deep red colour, eye clean. Upon loupe check, there are fingreprints and feathers. Sapphire is of medium strong, deep blue colour, eye clean. Upon loupe check, there are only some fine silk inclusions. Tiny diamonds on both rings are about G to H colours, VS clarity. Condition: Karat white gold ring mounts, both 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 U.S. 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.

Ring size: 6½ and 6¼ respectively

Accompanied by GRS report numbered GRS2011-040003T, dated 22 April 2011, stating that the 2.44 carat ruby is natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, vivid red (GRS type "pigeon's blood"), with no indication of thermal treatment; also accompanied by GRS report numbered GRS2011-060424T, dated 4 July 2011, stating that the
1.42 carat sapphire is natural, vivid blue (GRS type "royal blue"), with no indication of thermal treatment; further accompanied by a GIA report numbered 6102507178, dated 15 September 2009, stating that the 0.54 carat diamond is I colour, VS1 clarity, with Excellent Cut, Polish and Symmetry.