Ruby and Diamond Demi-Parure

Comprising: a necklace designed as a series of floral links, surrounded and spaced by old mine-cut diamonds; a bracelet and pair of earrings en suite; the rubies and diamonds altogether weighing approximately 29.95 and 48.25 carats respectively, mounted in silver top gold, length of necklace and bracelet approximately 375mm and 165mm respectively. (3)

Colour and Clarity: According to the Gubelin reports, the rubies are natural, of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the rubies are of intense pinkish red colour and well-matched, eye clean and lively. Under 10x loupe, there are typical natural inclusions and some surface reaching fissures and chips on the crown, but generally not seen to naked eyes. The old-cut diamonds are about J to L colours, VS to SI clarity, lively stones. Condition: Vintage mounts, with signs of wear and surface abrasions commensurate with their age, otherwise all in 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 three Gübelin reports numbered 15067043, 15067044 and 15067045, all dated 24 June 2015, stating that the thirty-three rubies are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indications of heating. Each Gübelin report accompanied by an information sheet: Rubies from Mogok, Burma. Also accompanied by a fitted box.