GROUP OF JADEITE JEWELLERY

The necklace composed of sixty-two black jadeite beads intervened with twenty cross-shaped rondelles decorated with brilliant-cut diamonds, completed by a semi-translucent jadeite Buddha clasp of emerald green colour, encircled by brilliant-cut diamonds, length approximately 690mm; and pair of matching pendent earrings, each suspended a black jadeite bead, surmounted by a jadeite cabochon, princess- and brilliant-cut diamonds; the pendant carved a jadeite peach surmounted by two monkeys, the carving of celadon tone suffused with lavender and apple green colour with splashes of rich honey yellow, to a double-hoop surmount pavé-set with brilliant-cut yellow diamonds, accompanied by a brown cord, length approximately 440mm, mounted in 18 karat white and yellow gold. (3)

Colour and Clarity: In our opinion, the carved jadeite "money and peach" pendant is very translucent, in celadon tone, with patches of light apple green and brown colours. Upon illumination, there are tiny "black pepper-like" inclusions and clouds, which are not noticeable to naked eyes under normal lighting. Yellow diamonds set to the top are of medium strong saturation, VS to SI clarity. Black jadeite beads on both the long necklace and pair of matching earrings are opaque and appear almost pure black to naked eyes under normal lighting, with very dark green patches shown under strong illumination. Two small jadeite cabochons on earrings and carved buddha on necklace are translucent, intense apple green colour, with minor brownish inclusions under strong lighting. Diamonds are probably of H to I colours, VS clarity. Condition: All in excellent 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.
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