JADEITE AND DIAMOND NECKLACE AND PAIR OF MATCHING PENDENT EARRINGS

The necklace composed of floral motifs, set with numerous carved jadeite plaques of translucent rich emerald green colour, decorated with brilliant-cut diamonds, length approximately 390mm, detachable brooch fitting; and pair of matching pendent earrings; the diamonds altogether weighing approximately 5.60 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold. (2)

Colour and Clarity: According to the Jadeite Jade Testing certificates, the jadeite plaques on necklace and earrings are natural, Type A jadeites. Please refer to the certificates for details. In our opinion, the jadeites are translucent, of medium to intense emerald green colour. Upon illumination, some jadeite plaques have minor brownish streaks and the two carved jadeite pendants on earrings have a few dark spots. Generally, all these internal features are not seen in normal visual distance. Diamonds altogether weighing approximately 5.60 carats, are mostly G to I colours, VS clarity. Condition: Centre jadeite floral piece on necklace is detachable with brooch fitting on its back. Karat white gold mounts, with abrasions and wear to the metal, otherwise all in 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.

Accompanied by Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory reports numbered SJ 49509 and SJ 49510, dated 15 June 2012, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".