Lot 1906
- 1906
PAIR OF JADEITE AND DIAMOND PENDENT EARRINGS
Estimate
50,000 - 80,000 HKD
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Description
- Drops approximately 15.20 x 8.22 x 4.38mm and 15.38 x 8.13 x 4.50mm respectively.
Each suspending on a translucent jadeite drop of emerald green colour, enhanced by brilliant-cut diamonds, joined by brilliant-cut diamond links, mounted in 18 karat white gold.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to Jadeite Jade Testing Certificate, the jadeite cabochons are natural, type A, Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the jadeites are of medium emerald green colour, with fine translucency. Upon illumination, there are some cloud inclusions, not noticeable in normal lighting or when worn. Diamonds together weighing approximately 0.55 carat, are about H to I colours, VS clarity.
Condition: Karat white gold earring mount, 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 SJ14563, dated 2 August 2010, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".