Lot 1908
- 1908
PAIR OF JADEITE AND DIAMOND PENDENT EARRINGS
Estimate
500,000 - 550,000 HKD
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Description
- Cylinders approximately 26.92 x 5.65 x 5.63mm and 26.82 x 5.76 x 5.72mm respectively.
Each set with a highly translucent bright emerald green jadeite cylinder, suspending an articulated briolette diamond, surmounted by brilliant-cut and pear-shaped rose-cut diamonds, joined by a pavé-set brilliant-cut diamond claw, mounted in 18 karat white gold.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to Jadeite Jade Testing Certificate, two cylindrical jadeites are natural, Type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the reports for details. In our opinion, the jadeites are matching, of intense bright emerald green colour, with fine translucency. Upon illumination, there are some minor clouds, not noticeable in normal lighting. Diamonds are about F to G 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 Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificates numbered KJ52060 and KJ52061, dated 17 August 2010, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".