Ruby and diamond ring. Photo: Sotheby's.

Centring on a sugarloaf cabochon ruby weighing 8.78 carats, surrounded by pear-shaped diamonds together weighing approximately 4.15 carats, embellished by brilliant-cut rubies together weighing approximately 1.45 carats, mounted in platinum. Ring size: 6½. Estimate 1,200,000 — 1,400,000 HKD

Accompanied by GIA and SSEF reports numbered 1158915815 and 71047, dated 16 September and 25 September 2013, stating that the 8.78 carat ruby is natural, of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. GIA further states that the colour appearance of this stone is described as "Pigeon's Blood".

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