Ruby and Diamond Necklace

The triple-strand necklace composed of ruby beads together weighing approximately 295.00 carats, spaced by diamond-set rondelles, embellished by diamond-set bead caps and clasp, the diamonds together weighing approximately 9.30 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold, length approximately 800 to 840mm.

Colour and Clarity: According to GIA report, the ruby beads are natural, of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the tumbled ruby beads are of slightly deep, saturated red colour. Under 10x loupe, most of the rubies have natural inclusions, with surface reaching fissures and openings, very common in ruby beads. Diamonds are about F to H colours, VS to SI clarity. Condition: Adjustable length, overall 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 GIA report numbered 7208410657, dated 10 July 2015, stating that five rubies randomly selected for testing are natural, of Burmese (Myanmar) origin, with no indications of heating.