FINE RUBY AND DIAMOND RING

Centring on an oval ruby weighing 5.70 carats, surrounded by oval diamonds together weighing approximately 2.70 carats, mounted in platinum. Ring size: 6½

Colour and Clarity: According to Gübelin and AGLreports, the ruby is natural, of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating and clarity treatment. The Gübelin report also states that this ruby is of vivid red colour, which also known as "Pigeon's Blood" colour in trade, coming from the most famed Burmese mine, the Mogok Valley. Please refer to the reports and note for details. In our opinion, the ruby is of strong red colour, eye clean. Upon 10x loupe, there are some natural crystal and fingerprint inclusions, not noticeable to naked eyes. Oval diamonds on side are about G to H colours, VVS to VS clarity. Condition: Platinum ring 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 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 Gübelin and AGL reports numbered 13037185 and CS 53716, dated 12 March and 1 March 2013 respectively, stating that the 5.70 carat ruby is natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indications of heating. As stated by Gübelin, this colour variety of ruby may also be called "pigeon's blood red" in the trade. Further accompanied by Gübelin information sheet, stating that this ruby is from the most famed Burmese mine, the Mogok Valley.