Lot 1904
- 1904
JADEITE, RUBY AND DIAMOND NECKLACE AND PAIR OF MATCHING PENDENT EARRINGS
Estimate
220,000 - 380,000 HKD
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Description
- Oval and heart-shaped cabochons on necklace approximately 7.52 x 6.00 x 4.00mm to 10.26 x 8.30 x 4.80mm and 13.26 x 9.15 x 5.20mm respectively; and cabochons on earrings approximately 7.67 x 6.42 x 4.00mm to 9.59 x 8.74 x 5.50mm.
Of three-dimensional design, the flexible necklace composed of articulated oval jadeite cabochons and a heartshaped jadeite cabochon of emerald green colour and fine translucency, surrounded by brilliant-cut diamonds, enhanced by oval cabochon rubies, length approximately 410mm; and pair ofmatching pendent earrings;mounted in 18 karat white gold. (2)
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to the jadeite certificate, the jadeite is natural, A jade. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the jadeites are highly translucent emerald green colour, of various oval shapes, generally clean with some natural white and brownish inclusions visible under strong illumination and not noticeable to naked eyes. The rubies are of a translucent bright purplish red colour with some natural inclusions such as fissures, fingerprints and crystals. The diamonds are about H-I colours, VS clarity, weighing approximately 9.50 carats.
Condition: A decorative necklace and earrings, 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 KJ51718 and KJ51719, dated 2 August 2010, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".