Lot 1847
- 1847
PAIR OF JADEITE AND DIAMOND EARRINGS
Estimate
70,000 - 90,000 HKD
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Description
- Plaques approximately 33.15 x 22.43 x 1.08mm and 33.25 x 22.60 x 1.25mm.
Each set with a pear-shaped emerald green jadeite plaque of fine translucency, bordered and surmounted by brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in 18 karat pink gold.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to the Jadeite Jade Testing Certificate, the jadeite plaques are natural, Type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the certificate for details. In our opinion, the jadeites are matching and highly translucent, of vivid emerald green colour. Upon close look, there are a few tiny dark inclusions, but generally not noticeable when worn. Diamonds are about H to J colours, VS clarity.
Condition: Karat pink gold earring mounts, 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 certificate, numbered KJ50992, dated 5 July 2010, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".