Lot 1845
- 1845
Icy Jadeite, Jadeite, Onyx, Ruby and Diamond Bracelet
Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 HKD
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Description
- jadeite, icy jadeite, ruby, onyx, white gold
- Jadeite plaques approximately 24.60 x 3.05 x 1.20mm to 17.98 x 2.82 x 1.30mm; icy jadeite plaques approximately 28.35 x 12.29 x 3.11mm to 28.16 x 12.35 x 3.11mm.
The bracelet set with alternating curved jadeite plaques of emerald green colour and rectangular icy jadeite plaques, decorated by floral motifs set with circular-cut rubies and jadeite cabochons of translucent emerald green colour, embellished by onyx and circular-cut diamonds, the diamonds together weighing approximately 1.10 carats, mounted in 18 karat blackened gold, length approximately 180mm.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to the Jadeite Jade Testing Certificates, both the icy jadeite plaques and the jadeites are natural, Type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the certificates for details. In our opinion, the jadeites are translucent, of medium to intense green colour with minor patches of white clouds. Small jadeite cabochons are highly translucent, of soft to medium emerald green colour. Icy jadeites have good translucency, with cloud inclusions upon illumination, not seen when worn. Rubies are red and eye clean. Diamonds together weighing approximately 1.10 carats, are about I to J colours, VS clarity.
Condition: Karat blackened gold mount, in very good condition.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that jadeite and rubies of Burmese origin and articles of jewellery containing jadeite or rubies of Burmese origin all less than 100 years old may not be imported into the US. The purchaser's inability to import any item into the U.S. or any other country as a result of these or other restrictions shall not justify cancellation or rescission of the sale or any delay in payment. Please check with the specialist department if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these import restrictions, or any other restrictions on importation or exportation.
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 KJ 86010(1-2), dated 16 June 2014, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".