A ruby bead necklace. Composed of four strands of faceted ruby beads, to the semi-circular...

Overall condition good. Minor surface wear in keeping with general wear. Rubies translucent to opaque purplish red. Profuse inclusions that significantly affect the passage of light through the stones. Gemstones generally in fair to poor condition with significant abrasion. Please see Important Notices for Purchasers at the front of our catalogue for coloured gemstones. The US prohibits the importation of items containing rubies or jadeite originating in Burma. For your convenience we have applied this notice to lots which contain rubies or jadeite originating in Burma, or those of indeterminate origin. Please be advised that inability of a purchaser to import any such items into the US or elsewhere will not constitute grounds for non-payment or cancellation of the sale.