A graduated ruby bead necklace with diamond clasp.

<li>Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.

<li>The diamond is drawing some colour, some inclusions visible with the unaided eye.

<li>Rubies medium dark red, profuse typical inclusions, possibly effecting the durability of the beads.<p>

<li>Significant surface reaching inclusions.

<li>Stones in poor condition with significant abrasion, chips and nibbles to the girdle and facet edges.<p>

<li>There is some gapping to the strig, restringing advised.

<li>Clasp stamped 10% irrid plat.

<li>Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones.<p>

<li>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 item into the US or  elsewhere will not constitute grounds for non-payment or cancellation of the sale.<p>

<li>Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.<p>

<li>For any further questions you may have on this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Natalie Craddock at natalie@fellows.co.uk<p>