An unusual ruby and multi-row diamond ring. Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2010

Designed as a pavé-set diamond stylised bow and scrolling ribbon, mounted with an oval-shaped Burma ruby and a brilliant-cut tinted yellow diamond each within a pavé-set diamond surround, ring size 7¼. Estimate $4,000 - $6,000. Price Realized $5,250

Christie's. JEWELS AND WATCHES: THE DUBAI SALE. 28 April 2010. Jumeirah Emirates Towers Hotel. www.christies.com