Ruby and Diamond Necklace

The necklace to the front set with thirty-seven oval and round rubies together weighing approximately 38.00 carats, decorated by circular-cut, pear-shaped and baguette diamonds together weighing approximately 33.00 carats, length approximately 380mm, mounted in 18 karat white gold.

Colour and Clarity: According to both AGL and Gübelin 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 strong red colour, eye clean. Under 10x loupe, there are natural inclusions with surface abrasions or fissures on their crown, not seen to naked eyes. Diamonds are about D to F colours, VVS to VS clarity. Conditon: Nice workmanship gives a soft flow to the entire necklace. Signs of wear and surface abrasions to the metal, otherwise 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 Gübelin and AGL reports numbered 15067042 and CS 30641, dated 23 June 2015 and 17 January 1997 respectively, stating that the rubies are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indication of heating.