Lot 1863
  • 1863

AN IMPORTANT JADEITE BEAD AND DIAMOND NECKLACE, CLASP SIGNED CHAUMET, CLASP BY CHAUMET |

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Description

  • Beads approximately 11.71 to 9.83mm.
Composed of fifty-one jadeite beads of brilliant emerald green colour and very good translucency, to the diamond-set clasp, mounted in platinum and 18 karat white gold, length approximately 560mm, clasp with French assay marks and maker's mark for Chaumet.  

Condition

Accompanied by Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificate no. KJ 98656(1-5), dated 6 August 2018, stating that the jadeite tested are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade". Please refer to certificate for further details. Clasp stamped with French assay marks for platinum and 18 karat white gold, Chaumet maker's mark. Jadeite beads of brilliant emerald green colour and very good translucency. Upon strong illumination, there are clouds and minor surface reaching fissures commonly seen in natural jadeite and hardly noticeable under normal lighting. Diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 2.03cts in total are on average G - H Colour, mostly VVS - VS Clarity as gauged and graded in the mount. Very minor signs of wear on metal, overall 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.Certificates of Authenticity: Various manufacturers may not issue certificates of authenticity upon request. Sotheby's is not under an obligation to furnish the purchaser with a certificate of authenticity from the manufacturer at any time. Unless the requirements for a rescission of the sale under the Terms of Guarantee are satisfied, the failure of a manufacturer to issue a certificate will not constitute grounds to rescind the sale. Gemological Certificates and Reports: References in the catalogue descriptions to certificates or reports issued by gemological laboratories are provided only for the information of bidders, and Sotheby's does not guarantee and accepts no responsibility for the accuracy, terms or information contained in such certificates or reports. Please also note that laboratories may differ in their assessment of a gemstone (including its origin and presence, type and extent of treatments) and their certificates or reports may contain different results.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 no. KJ 98656(1-5), dated 6 August 2018, stating that the jadeite tested are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".