Ruby and Diamond Necklace

Set with thirty-five oval rubies, highlighted with circular-cut and baguette diamonds, the rubies and diamonds weighing approximately 48.00 and 21.00 carats in total respectively, mounted in 18 karat white gold, length approximately 390mm.

Accompanied by Gübelin report numbered 17021113, stating that all the rubies are natural, thirty-four of Burmese (Myanmar) origin and one of Mozambican origin, with no indications of heating. For further details, please refer to report. Stamped 18K for 18 karat white gold. Ruby estimated to weigh approximately 48.00 carats in total, red to purplish red of medium saturation, with typical inclusions and some are surface reaching, some nicks, chips and minor abrasions, and a few with minor cavities at the pavilion. Diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 21.00 carats in total, mainly about H to I colour, VS to SI clarity, as gauged and graded in the mount. Signs of minor wear to the metal, overall in very good condition.
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Accompanied by Gübelin report numbered 17021113, dated 28 February 2017, stating that all the rubies are natural, thirty-four of Burmese (Myanmar) origin and one of Mozambican origin, with no indications of heating.