Lot 1698
- 1698
LAVENDER JADEITE AND JADEITE NECKLACE
Estimate
180,000 - 230,000 HKD
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Description
- Beads approximately 12.11 to 16.43mm.
Composed of a single strand of twenty-nine graduated jadeite beads of translucent lavender colour, alternated by jadeite beads of apple green colour with rondelles set with brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in pink gold, length approximately 610mm.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to Jadeite Jade Testing Certificate, the lavender jadeite bead is natural, Type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the certificate for details. In our opinion, the lavender jadeite beads are translucent, of soft purple hue. Upon close look, there are white cloud inclusions, not seen when worn. Small jadeite beads are also natural, of strong apple green colour, similar translucency and quality as the lavender beads. Diamonds together weighing approximately , are about J to K colours, VS clarity.
Condition: Unscrew to open the clasp, karat pink gold mount, overall 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 certificate numbered SJ14448, dated 29 July 2010, stating that the jadeite are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".