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COLLECTION OF A PHILANTHROPIC LADY, PEBBLE BEACH
Lot 188

A PAIR OF RUBY AND DIAMOND EARRINGS

23 May 2023, 11:00 EDT
New York

Sold for US$10,240 inc. premium

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A PAIR OF RUBY AND DIAMOND EARRINGS

Each centering an oval-shaped ruby within a round brilliant-cut diamond surround; estimated total ruby weight approximately 3.60 carats; estimated total diamond weight approximately 1.50 carats; mounted in 18k yellow and white gold; length ½ in.

Footnotes

Accompanied by GIA report stating that the two rubies are of Burmese (Myanmar) origin with indications of minor heat treatment. Report no. 6227902435 dated 27 April 2023.

Collection of a Philanthropic Lady, Pebble Beach.

As a Founder of a large California based Arts and Music Foundation, this collector believed in giving back to her local community. The foundation was responsible for distributing funds to promote education in the arts to underserved community members.

She was a staple in the Pebble Beach social scene and was active in many of the local charities. Originally from Iowa, she maintained her connection and donated a building to the Drake University in Des Moines. In addition, she was a dedicated patron of the Eisenhower Medical System.

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