- 867
PAIR OF JADEITE, ICY JADEITE AND GEM-SET HAIR PINS/BROOCHES
Estimate
250,000 - 330,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- Jadeite cabochons approximately 20.37 x 8.75 x 5.08mm to 9.10 x 7.40 x 4.52mm; icy jadeite cabochons approximately 10.88 x 6.58 x 4.42mm to 23.97 x 8.49 x 5.16mm.
Of cluster design, one centring on an oval rose-cut diamond bordered by yellow diamonds, interspersed by brilliant-cut diamonds, the petals composed of four marquise-shaped jadeite cabochons of highly translucent deep emerald green colour, edged by diamonds of yellow hue, mounted in 18 karat blackened gold; the other centring on a cluster of brilliant-cut diamonds, petals set with five semi-transparent marquise-shaped icy jadeite cabochons surrounded by circular-cut tsavorite garnets, mounted in 18 karat white gold; brooch fittings.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: In our opinion, the jadeite cabochons are of rich emerald green colour, with very fine translucency. There are a few dark inclusions under illumination, but not seen in normal distance or when worn. Icy jadeite cabochons on the other haircombs are semi-transparent, which shows some white spots under illumination. Generally, all diamonds weighing approximately 1.35 carats, are of H to I colours, VS to SI1 clarity. Coloured diamonds are of medium yellow hue, SI clarity. Tsavorite garnets together weighing approxiamtely 1.50 carats, are of medium yellowish green colour, eye clean. Both flowerheads can be detached and worn separately as brooches.
Condition: Haircomb fittings are secured and sit well on head, both in mint 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.