- 1547
PROPERTY OF A GENTLEMAN
Estimate
100,000 - 180,000 HKD
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Description
- Diameter and thickness of hoops approximately 13.32 to 13.55mm and 4.06 to 4.33mm respectively; cabochons approximately 11.66 x 9.49 x 4.30mm and 11.70 x 9.55 x 4.20mm respectively.
Each suspending on a translucent interlocking jadeite hoop of emerald green colour, surmounted by an oval jadeite cabochon of similar colour and translucency, joined by a brilliant-cut diamond, decorated by circular-cut rubies, mounted in 18 karat white gold.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to Jadeite Jade Testing Certificates, the jadeite cabochons and double-hoops are all natural, Type A Jadeite Jades. Please refer to the certificates for details. In our opinion, the jadeite cabochons are translucent, of medium emerald green colour. The jadeite double-hoops are of similar colour and translucency, with minor white cloud patches which are not seen in normal distance. Two round diamonds together weighing approximately 0.20 carat, are about G to H colours, VS clarity. Rubies are strong red colour, eye clean.
Conditon: Karat white gold mounts, in very 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.
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 and Stone Laboratory certificate numbered SJ20580 and SJ20581, dated 13 December 2010, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".