The highly translucent icy jadeite, carved as a Guan Yin, meditating on a lotus pedestal, surrounded by brilliantcut diamonds and carved jadeite leaves of emerald green colour, mounted in 18 karat white gold.

Colour and Clarity: According to the jadeite certificate, the jadeite is natural, Type A jade. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the Guan Yin is of highly translucent icy jadeite tone, with some natural cloud inclusions, commonly seen in icy jadeite. The Guan Yin has a serene expression. The carved jadeites are of light to medium emerald green colour, translucent to good translucency, with some natural inclusions and fissures. Diamonds are about H-I colours, VS clarity, together approximately 0.50 carats. 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.

Accompanied by Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificate numbered SJ14548, dated 2 August 2010, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".