- 1603
PAIR OF JADEITE 'SEA HORSE' AND DIAMOND EARRINGS
Estimate
180,000 - 250,000 HKD
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Description
- jadeite,diamond,gold
- Sea horses approximately 29.05 x 8.60 x 2.85mm and 28.70 x 8.50 x 2.72mm respectively; diameter of huaigus approximately 6.50 to 7.40mm.
Each suspending a carved sea horse of highly translucent intense emerald green colour, surmounted by three jadeite huaigus of matching colour and translucency, decorated by circular-cut diamonds, mounted in 18 karat white gold.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to the jadeite certificate, the jadeite "sea-horses" are natural, A Jade. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the jadeite "sea-horses" are highly translucent, of intense emerald green colour. Under illumination, there are some brownish clouds or streaks, but generally not noticeable in normal lighting. Other jadeite "huaigu" in the surmount are of similar quality, colour and translucency. Diamonds together weighing approximately 0.75 carat, are about G to H colours, VS clarity.
Condition: Karat white gold mount, 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 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.
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 SJ 52265, dated 25 July 2012, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".