Gem set and diamond brooch

Designed as a butterfly, the body set with a button shaped pearl and a baroque drop shaped natural pearl measuring approximately 14.40 x 12.55 x 9.00mm, the eyes highlighted with cushion-shaped rubies, the wings set with circular-cut diamonds, step-cut emeralds and cushion-shaped rubies. 

Rubies of Burmese origin cannot be imported into the US; this piece may contain a ruby of Burmese origin and therefore may not be able to be imported into the US. Certification of non-Burmese origin is required before the import of rubies into the US. Please see our Important Notices and contact the jewellery department for further information. Accompanied by SSEF report no. 85458, stating that the baroque drop shaped pearl measuring approximately 14.40 x 12.55 x 9.00mm and weighing 11.78 carats, was found to be natural, freshwater, that as for many natural pearls, the surface of this pearl has been partly worked, and that the button shaped blister pearl has not been tested. Pearl of white body colour, with rosé and green overtones, with good skin and lustre, surface partly worked; for further details on the pearl, please refer to the SSEF report. Blister pearl with scratches and growth marks. Rubies well matched in colour, purplish red of medium strong saturation, with typical inclusions, abrasions and nicks. Emeralds well matched in colour, with good transparency, some typical surface reaching inclusions. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 8.00 - 9.00 carats, on average G-H colour, SI-I clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Signs of normal wear to the metal. In very good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
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