A ruby and diamond ring, by Van Cleef & Arpels © Christie's Images Limited 2011

Set with an oval-cut ruby, weighing approximately 8.24 carats, within a circular-cut diamond surround, the shoulders decorated with circular-cut diamonds, mounted in 18k gold, circa 1968, with French assay mark. Estimate $1,000,000 - $1,500,000. Price Realized $4,226,500

With maker's mark for Van Cleef & Arpels
With report CS 44952 dated 23 May 2011 from the American Gemological Laboratories stating that it is the opinion of the Laboratory that the origin of this ruby would be classified as Burma (Myanmar). Heat enhancement: None

Accompanied by an additional letter from the American Gemological Laboratories attesting to the rarity and prestige of this ruby

The Collection of Elizabeth Taylor

Gift from Richard Burton, Christmas, 1968

Christie's. The Collection of Elizabeth Taylor: The Legendary Jewels, Evening Sale (I), 13 December 2011. New York, Rockefeller Plaza www.christies.com

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