- 1457
EXCEPTIONAL JADEITE AND DIAMOND NECKLACE
Estimate
38,000,000 - 50,000,000 HKD
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Description
- Beads approximately 12.55 to 15.04mm.
THIS IS A PREMIUM LOT. CLIENTS WHO WISH TO BID ON PREMIUM LOTS ARE REQUESTED TO COMPLETE THE PREMIUM LOT PRE-REGISTRATION 3 WORKING DAYS PRIOR TO THE SALE.
The thirty-five jadeite beads of highly translucent vivid emerald green colour and fine texture, strung as a single strand, completed by a platinum clasp set with circular-cut diamonds, clasp signed Cartier, length approximately 530mm.
The thirty-five jadeite beads of highly translucent vivid emerald green colour and fine texture, strung as a single strand, completed by a platinum clasp set with circular-cut diamonds, clasp signed Cartier, length approximately 530mm.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to the Jadeite Jade Testing Certificate, the jadeite beads are natural, Type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the jadeite beads are highly translucent, of matching rich and vivid emerald green colour. Upon illumination and close check, there are some natural cloud inclusions, which are not seen in normal lighting or when worn. Vintage clasp signed Cartier.
Condition: Very rare jadeite bead necklace, a combination of impressive size (12.55 to 15.04mm), saturated colour and very fine translucency, 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.
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 certificate numbered KJ 46530 (1-5), dated 8 January 2010, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".