Lot 362. Impressive ruby, seed pearl and diamond parure. Estimate 290,000 — 480,000 CHF (265,036 — 438,680 EUR). Photo Sotheby's. 

Comprising: a necklace set with an oval ruby stated to weigh 33.33 carats, within a surround of brilliant-cut diamonds, from three seed pearl torsades, length approximately 375mm; a bracelet of similar design set with an oval ruby stated to weigh 12.30 carats, length approximately 180mm; and a ring set with an oval ruby stated to weigh 13.00 carats, within a frame of brilliant-cut diamonds, size 53, each piece with French assay marks. 

Sotheby's. Magnificent Jewels and Noble Jewels, Geneva, 17 May 2016, 10:00 AM