PAIR OF JADEITE AND DIAMOND PENDENT EAR CLIPS

Each suspending on a highly translucent jadeite plaque of emerald green colour, surmounted by an inverted pear-shaped jadeite cabochon of matching colour and translucency, decorated by baguette and brilliant-cut diamonds altogether weighing approximately 2.50 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold, pendents detachable.

Colour and Clarity: According to Jadeite Jade Testing Certificate, the jadeite plaques are natural, Type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the certificates for details. In our opinion, the jadeite plaques are matching and have very good translucency to semi-transparent, of strong emerald green colour. Two small jadeite cabochons on earclips are of similar colour and highly translucent. Upon transmitted illumination, there are some minor cloud inclusions, but generally not noticeable in normal lighting. Diamonds altogether weighing approximately 2.50 carats, are about F to H colours, VS clarity. Condition: One jadeite plaque has a natural abrasion on the edge, not affecting the integrity and not seen to the front. Vintage earclips, have signs of normal wear to the mounts, 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 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 40168 and SJ 40169, dated 11 January 2012, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".