GROUP OF GEM-SET AND DIAMOND BROOCHES / PENDANT, TSAI AN HO

The pendant modelled as a whimsical penguin, set with a pear-shaped cabochon labradorite feldspar, embellished by circular-cut diamonds, strung on a black cord, maximum length approximately 720mm, pendant detachable, with brooch fitting; the first brooches modelled as a 'bee', centring on a semi-translucent apple green jadeite cabochon, highlighted by two jadeite cabochon-set eyes and circular-cut yellow diamonds; the second brooch modelled as a matching 'bee' centring on a cabochon blue chalcendony, highlighted by circular-cut diamonds and pink sapphires; mounted in titanium and 18 karat white and yellow gold, signed. (3) 

Colour and Clarity: According to Jadeite Jade Testing Certificate, the cabochon jadeite on the "bat" brooch is natural, Type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, this jadeite cabochon is highly translucent, of medium soft green colour. Upon illumination, there are cloud inclusions, very common to natural jadeite. The cabochon blue chalcedony on another brooch is translucent, of light violetish blue colour. Labradorite feldspar on the "penguin" brooch/pendant is of light milky grey colour with strong bluish labradorescence upon illumination. Overall the diamonds are about H to I and intense yellow colours respectively. All pieces are signed "apin" on the back. Condition: The "penguin" pendant is detachable, with brooch fitting on the back. All 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 41580, dated 15 February 2012, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".