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LAVENDER JADEITE, RUBY AND DIAMOND 'BEE' BROOCH, TSAI AN HO
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 HKD
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Description
- jadeite, diamond, ruby, titanium, gold
The whimsical bee set with two translucent light lavender jadeite cabochons of celadon tone measuring approximately 20.38 x 15.61 x 7.45mm and 15.77 x 10.29 x 5.49mm respectively, to titanium-set wings embellished by circular-cut rubies and diamonds, highlighted by two icy jadeite cabochon-set eyes, mounted in titanium and 18 karat yellow gold, signed.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to Jadeite Jade Testing Certificate, the lavender jadeite cabochons are natural, Type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the certificate for details. In our opinion, the two lavender jadeite cabochons are matching and have very good translucency, of light greyish purple hue. Upon illumination, there are cloud inclusions, not seen when worn. Two icy jadeites are highly translucent, with nice glow. Diamonds are slightly tinted colour, VS to SI clarity. Rubies are medium purplish red colour. Signed "apin" to the back.
Condition: Titanium and karat gold mount, the wings are slightly articulated, 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.
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 & Stone Laboratory certificate numbered EXSJ 2205, dated 17 February 2012, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".