Lot 1873
- 1873
DIAMOND AND ICY JADEITE 'CROSS' PENDANT
Estimate
60,000 - 100,000 HKD
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Description
- jadeite, diamond
Carved with a translucent icy jadeite plaque of fine celadon tone, inset with six brilliant-cut diamonds together weighing 3.04 carats, framed by micro pavé-set circular-cut diamonds extending to the surmount, the diamonds together weighing approximately 1.60 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold, accompanied by an adjustable black cord, maximum length approximately 1150mm.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to GIA reports, the six round diamonds are I to J colour, VS1 to VS2 clarity. Jadeite Jade Testing Certificate also states that the jadeite cross is natural, Type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the report and certificate for details. In our opinion, the jadeite cross has good translucency and very fine texture, of light celadon tone. Upon illumination, there are some minro clouds, not seen in normal lighting. Tiny diamonds are about H to I colours, VS clarity.
Condition: Karat white gold mount, 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 six GIA reports stating that the 0.55, 0.52, 0.51, 0.49, 0.49, and 0.48 carat diamonds are I to J colours, VS1 to VS2 clarity; and Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificate numbered SJ15297, dated 19 August 2010, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".