- 1146
JADEITE AND DIAMOND PENDANT
Estimate
80,000 - 160,000 HKD
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Description
- Cabochon approximately 20.00 x 17.40 x 9.25 mm.
Set with a translucent pear-shaped jadeite cabochon of emerald green colour, supported by a brilliant-cut diamond-set frame, to an inverted pear-shaped diamond surmount, mounted in 18 karat white gold, accompanied by a white gold chain, length approximately 400 mm.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to the HK Jade & Stone Laboratory report, the pear-shaped jadeite cabochon is natural, type 'A' jadeite. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the jadeite cabochon has fine translucency, of bright, medium green colour against open-back setting. Upon illumination, there are cloud inclusions which not seen when worn. The pear-shaped diamond weighs approximately 0.60 carat, probably of H to I colour, VS clarity.
Condition: Simple pendant with chain shows signs of normal wear, otherwise in good to 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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory Limited certificate numbered KJ 40646, dated 7 January 2009, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".