JADEITE AND DIAMOND 'BUDDHA' PENDANT AND YELLOW JADEITE, JADEITE AND DIAMOND 'BUDDHA' PENDANT

The first Buddha of translucent jadeite material, the halo and base decorated with tapered baguette and brilliant-cut diamonds extending to the hoop surmount, the second Buddha of translucent yellow jadeite material, decorated to the surmount with an oval jadeite cabochon of good translucency and rich apple green colour, highlighted by a base set with brilliant-cut diamonds extending to the hoop surmount; accompanied by link chains, mounted in 18 karat white gold, length approximately 380mm. (2)

Colour and Clarity: According to the Jadeite Jade Testing Certificates, both the yellow jadeite and jadeite "Buddhas" are natural, Type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the certificates for details. In our opinion, the jadeite "Buddha" is translucent, of bright, green colour. Upon close look, there are white clouds, not seen when worn. The yellow jadeite "Buddha" is highly translucent, of strong honey yellow tone. Upon illumination, there are cloud inclusions, but not noticeable in normal lighting. The small oval cabochon is translucent, of even and bright, emerald green colour. Diamonds altogether weighing approximately 0.70 carat, are about E to G colours, VS clarity. Condition: This lot is offered without reserve. Both pendants are completed with a link chain. Karat white gold mounts, both are in mint 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 Stone and Jade Laboratory certificate number SJ20389 and SJ20390, dated 9 December 2010, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".