DIAMOND AND JADEITE DOUBLE-CLIP BROOCH, CIRCA 1925

Centring on a circular-cut diamond weighing approximately 1.70 carats, amid an openwork surround set with circular-cut and baguette diamonds together weighing approximately 11.50 carats, highlighted on each end by a marquise-shaped jadeite cabochon of fine translucent emerald green colour, mounted in platinum, detachable to form two clips.

Colour and Clarity: According to Jadeite Jade Testing Certificate, the marquise-shaped jadeite cabochons are natural, Type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the certificate for details. In our opinion, the jadeite cabochons are matching, of medium bright colour with very good translucency. Upon illumination, there are cloud inclusions, which are very common to natural jadeites. The largest circular diamond in the middle weighing approximately 1.70 carats, is about I to J colour, VS clarity. Other diamonds are probably H to J colours, mostly VS clarity. Generally, there are surface abrasions to the diamonds and the jadeite cabochons have surface scratches, commensurating with its age. Conditon: Art Deco brooch, wear and surface abrasions to the mount, otherwise in good condition. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that jadeite and rubies of Burmese origin and articles of jewellery containing jadeite or rubies of Burmese origin all less than 100 years old may not be imported into the US. The purchaser's inability to import any item into the U.S. or any other country as a result of these or other restrictions shall not justify cancellation or rescission of the sale or any delay in payment. Please check with the specialist department if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these import restrictions, or any other restrictions on importation or exportation.
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.

Accompanied by Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificate numbered SJ22702, dated 31 January 2011, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".