Ruby and diamond bracelet. Photo Sotheby's.

Designed as a band of marquise-shaped diamonds, the front alternating with seven cushion-shaped and oval rubies stated to weigh 3.13, 2.90, 4.29, 4.32, 4.87, 5.40 and 4.06 carats, length approximately 170mm, French assay and maker's marks for Cartier, pendant bail to reverse of central ruby. Estimation 180,000 — 270,000 CHF

Accompanied by SSEF report no. 65374, stating that the seven rubies are of Burmese origin, with no indications of heating. Additionally accompanied by twenty-five GIA reports stating that the diamonds weighing 0.41 to 1.37 carats, are D to F Colour, VVS2 to SI2 Clarity.

Sotheby's. Magnificent Jewels and Noble Jewels, Genève, 13 mai 2014 - http://www.sothebys.com/