Pair of ruby and diamond ear clips, Harry Winston

Each set with an oval ruby weighing 5.36 and 6.89 carats, within a frame of marquise- and pear-shaped diamonds, marks for Jacques Timey, case stamped Harry Winston.

Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US. This piece contains rubies of Burmese origin and therefore cannot be imported into the US. Please contact the jewellery department for further information or see our Important Notices. Accompanied by SSEF report no. 76826, stating that the rubies weighing 6.89 and 5.36 carats, measuring 11.81 x 10.42 x 6.43 and 11.91 x 10.15 x 5.32 mm, are of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. Both ear clips stamped Pt 950 for platinum. Rubies of medium strong saturation, very well matched in colour, with typical inclusions, some surface reaching and causing a few chips, some small nicks and abrasions; for further information please refer to the SSEF report. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 9.00 - 11.00 carats, on average G-H colour and VS clarity, as gauged and graded in mounting. Signs of little wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In very good condition. Total gross weight approximately 22 grams.
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