Lavender Jadeite and Jadeite Bead Necklace

Composed of forty-one graduated translucent lavender jadeite beads, spaced by translucent jadeite beads of emerald green colour, completed by a clasp centring on a jadeite cabochon of translucent emerald green colour, surrounded by brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in 18 karat white gold, length approximately 660mm.

Colour and Clarity: According to the jadeite certificate, the lavender beads and jadeite cabochon are natural, A jadeite jade. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the lavender jadeite beads are of semi-translucent to translucent medium soft purple tone. Under strong penlight there are white clouds, commonly seen in lavender jadeite. The smaller jadeite spaces are of translucent deep emerald green colour. The jadeite cabochon on the clasp is of translucent intense emerald green. Under strong penlight, there are some natural dark and white inclusions, not noticeable when worn. The diamonds together weighing approximately 0.65 carats, about H-I colours, VS clarity. Condition: 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.

Accompanied by two Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificates numbered SJ 98630 and SJ 98629, both dated 25 July 2014, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".