Lot 1916
- 1916
JADEITE 'LEAF' AND DIAMOND PENDANT NECKLACE
Estimate
900,000 - 1,200,000 HKD
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Description
- Leaf approximately 46.10 x 24.36 x 4.93mm.
The highly translucent emerald green jadeite, carved as a leaf, bordered by brilliant-cut diamonds, highlighted by a marquise-shaped and brilliant-cut diamonds, accompanied by a link chain spectacle-set with rose-cut diamonds, mounted in 18 karat white gold, length approximately 750mm.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to Jadeite Jade Testing Certificate, the jadeite "leaf" is natural, type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the certificate for details. In our opinion, the jadeite has good translucency, of medium emerald green colour. Upon illumination, there are some cloud inclusions, not noticeable when worn. Marquise diamond set atop weighs approximately 0.70 carat, of about H to I colour, VS clarity. Other smaller round diamonds are about G to H colours, VS clarity.
Condition: Entire back-cover on pendant can be lifted to reveal the thickness and translucency of the jadeite. Karat white gold pendant mount with link chain, all 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 certificate numbered KJ51391, dated 16 July 2009, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".