Lot 1641
- 1641
ICY JADEITE AND DIAMOND RING AND PAIR OF MATCHING PENDENT EARRINGS
Estimate
50,000 - 100,000 HKD
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Description
- Cabochons approximately 14.29 x 12.35 x 7.41mm, 11.71 x 11.09 x 6.73mm and 11.65 x 11.03 x 6.50mm respectively. Ring size: 6½
The ring set with a highly translucent oval icy jadeite cabochon, surrounded by a double border of brilliant-cut diamonds; and a pair of matching earrings, each set with an oval icy jadeite cabochon of matching colour and translucency, suspending from an endless knot set with brilliant-cut diamonds; mounted in 18 karat pink gold. (2)
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to the jadeite certificate, the jadeite is natural, A jade. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the icy jadeites are highly translucent with some minor cloud inclusions under strong illumination, not noticeable to naked eyes. The diamonds are about H-I colours, VS-SI clarity.
Condition: In very good condition.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificates numbered SJ14555 and SJ14556, dated 2 August 2010, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".