PAIR OF RUBY, DIAMOND AND YELLOW DIAMOND EARRINGS

Each centring on a sugar loaf cabochon ruby altogether weighing 10.22 carats, framed by circular-cut yellow diamonds, surrounded by eight marquise-shaped diamonds, the diamonds altogether weighing approximately 6.00 carats, mounted in 18 karat white and yellow gold, with clip and post fittings.

Colour and Clarity: According to GIA report, the two sugarloaf rubies are natural, of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating, vivid red "pigeon's blood" colour. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the rubies are matching,of intense red colour, moderately included to naked eyes. Upon 10x loupe, there are natural inclusions and surface-reaching feathers and pits, not noticeable to naked eyes. Marquise diamonds are about E to F colours, VVS to VS clarity. Tiny yellow diamonds are of vivid saturation,VS to SI clarity. Condition: Karat white and yellow gold mount, in mint 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 GIA report numbered 6155434174, dated 25 June 2013, stating that the rubies are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indications of heating. The colour appearance of the stones are described in the trade as "Pigeon's Blood".