Lot 19
  • 19

Pair of ruby and diamond earrings

Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 CHF
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Description

  • ruby, diamond, gold
Of floral design, each set with an oval ruby weighing 2.01 and 2.08 carats respectively, framed with circular-cut rubies and pear-shaped diamonds, post and butterfly fittings.

Condition

Accompanied by Gübelin report no. 13105304 and 13105306, stating that the rubies, weighing 2.01 and 2.08 carats, measuring 7.97 x 6.71 x 3.67mm and 8.29 x 6.88 x 3.91mm respectively, are of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. Also accompanied by twenty GIA dossiers: no. 6173350180, stating that the pear-shaped diamond weighing 0.36 carats is D Colour, VS1 Clarity; no. 6201425558, stating that the pear-shaped diamond weighing 0.40 carats is D Colour, VS1 Clarity; no. 6177350333, stating that the pear-shaped diamond weighing 0.40 carats is D Colour, VVS2 Clarity; no. 2161015748, stating that the pear-shaped diamond weighing 0.41 carats is F Colour, VVS1 Clarity; no. 2175054397, stating that the pear-shaped diamond weighing 0.42 carats is D Colour, VVS1 Clarity; no. 2171350143, stating that the pear-shaped diamond weighing 0.42 carats is D Colour, VVS1 Clarity; no. 6127681097, stating that the pear-shaped diamond weighing 0.43 carats is E Colour, VVS1 Clarity; no. 3165091488, stating that the pear modified diamond weighing 0.47 carats is D Colour, VS1 Clarity; no. 7202515190, stating that the pear modified diamond weighing 0.49 carats is D Colour, VVS1 Clarity; no. 6205544079, stating that the pear modified diamond weighing 0.50 carats is F Colour, VS2 Clarity; no. 7201785039, stating that the pear-shaped diamond weighing 0.50 carats is D Colour, VVS2 Clarity; no. 5161922652, stating that the pear modified diamond weighing 0.50 carats is E Colour, VS1 Clarity; no. 1209832571, stating that the pear-shaped diamond weighing 0.50 carats is F Colour, VS1 Clarity; no. 3205832396, stating that the pear-shaped diamond weighing 0.50 carats is E Colour, VS1 Clarity; no. 1205831802, stating that the pear-shped diamond weighing 0.51 carats is F Colour, VS2 Clarity; no. 2197924455, stating that the pear-shaped diamond weighing 0.51 carats is D Colour, VVS2 Clarity; no. 5172213144, stating that the pear-shaped diamond weighing 0.53 carats is E Colour, VS2 Clarity; no. 7206831871, stating that the pear-shaped diamond weighing 0.54 carats is E Colour, VVS2 Clarity; no. 7206831847, stating that the pear-shaped diamond weighing 0.55 carats is F Colour, VS2 Clarity; no. 5206582341, stating that the pear-shaped diamond weighing 0.56 carats is E Colour, VS1 Clarity. Stamped 750 for 18 carat gold. Rubies red of medium strong saturation, for more information on the rubies please refer to Gübelin reports. Diamonds stated to weigh a total of 9.50 carats, for more information on the diamonds please refer to the twenty GIA dossiers. Scratches to the metal consistent with light use. In like new condition. Total gross weight approximately 10 grams.
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by Gübelin report no. 13105304 and 13105306, stating that the rubies are of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. Also accompanied by twenty GIA reports stating that the pear-shaped diamonds, weighing from 0.36 to 0.54 carats, are D to F Colour, VVS1 to VS2 clarity.