RUBY AND DIAMOND 'DRAGONFLY' BROOCH

Modelled as a dragonfly, composed of forty-nine cabochon rubies together weighing approximately 45.65 carats, embellished by brilliant-cut diamonds together weighing approximately 8.40 carats, mounted in 18 karat blackened gold.

Colour and Clarity: According to GRS report, the rubies are natural, of Burmese origin, with no indication of thermal treatment, of vivid red "Pigeon's Blood" colour. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the cabochon rubies are intense to strong red colour, minor included to naked eyes. Upon 10x loupe, there are surface pits and inclusions in the rubies. Diamonds are about I to J colours, VS clarity. Condition: Karat blackened gold mount, 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.

Accompanied by GRS report numbered GRS2012-011141, dated 12 January 2012, stating that the rubies are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, red to vivid red (GRS type "pigeon's blood"), with no indication of thermal treatment.