ICY JADEITE, JADEITE, DIAMOND AND GEM-SET BROOCH AND A MATCHING RING,VIOLETTO

The brooch set with a highly translucent oval icy jadeite cabochon and jadeite cabochon of intense apple green colour, amid stylised paisley motifs pavé-set with tsavorite garnets, orange sapphires, cabochon emeralds, icy jadeites, brilliant-cut brown diamonds and diamonds, pendant fitting; and a matching ring set with a highly translucent oval icy jadeite cabochon, mounted in 18 karat white and pink gold. (2)

Colour and Clarity: According to Jadeite Jade Testing Certificates, the icy jadeite and jadeite cabochons are natural, Type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the certificates for details. In our opinion, the jadeite cabochon has good translucency, of emerald green colour. Icy jadeite cabochons are almost semi-transparent, with nice glow. Upon transmitted illumination, there are cloud inclusions in all jadeite cabochons, but generally not noticeable in normal lighting and visual distance. Diamonds are about H to I colours, VS clarity. Cabochon emeralds on both ring and brooch are strong green colour, tsavorite garnets of strong yellowish grass green hue, and coloured sapphires on brooch are brown-yellow and reddish orange colours. Overall, all gemstones are clean to naked eyes and lively. Condition: Detailed and good workmanship, the brooch can be worn as pendant. Both are signed "Violetto", 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 U.S. 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 certificates numbered SJ 40905 and SJ 40906, dated 30 January 2012, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".