JADEITE AND DIAMOND PENDANT NECKLACE

The circular pendant of highly translucent emerald green colour, framed by circular-cut diamonds extending to the hook surmount together weighing approximately 2.30 carats, accompanied by a black cord, mounted in 18 karat pink gold, maximum length approximately 760mm.

Colour and Clarity: According to Jadeite Jade Testing Certificate, the round jadeite plaque is natural, Type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the certificate for details. In our opinion, the jadeite plaque is highly translucent, of brilliant, strong emerald green colour, suffused with minor darker green streaks. Diamonds together weighing approximately 2.30 carats, are about G to H colours, VS clarity. Condition: This pendant is offered without reserve. Pendant is detachable and can be worn on other chain necklace. Karat pink gold mount, 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 Jade & Stone Laboratory certificate numbered KJ 75179,  dated 30 July 2012, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".