Lot 1701
- 1701
ICY JADEITE AND DIAMOND DEMI-PARURE
Estimate
380,000 - 450,000 HKD
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Description
- Cabochons on necklace, ring and earrings approximately 13.63 x 11.65 x 6.80 to 17.99 x 3.46 x 7.90mm, 17.13 x 14.55x 7.76mm and 14.28 x 13.14 x 7.15, 14.47 x 13.31 x 7.38 and 10.65 x 6.20, 10.27 x 6.55mm respectively.
The necklace composed of thirteen highly translucent oval icy jadeite cabochons, framed by brilliant-cut diamonds, joined by brilliant-cut diamond-set links, length approximately 400mm; pair of matching earrings, each similarly-set with oval and round icy jadeite cabochons; and a ring set with an oval icy jadeite cabochon of matching colour and translucency; mounted in 18 karat blackened gold. (3)
Condition
Colour and Clarity: Accompanied by Hong Kong Jade Laboratory reports stating that the jadeites are natural, 'A Jade'. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the icy jadeites are matching, highly translucent, of fine clarity with only a few minor clouds or natural inclusions visible under strong penlight. The diamonds are probably H-I colours, VS-SI clarity, altogether weighing approximately 7.50 carats.
Condition: In mint 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 KJ51047, KJ49601 and KJ51048, dated 4 May 2010 and 6 July 2010, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".