Lot 1752
  • 1752

JADEITE 'CAT', ONYX, PINK SAPPHIRE AND DIAMOND BROOCH

Estimate
700,000 - 800,000 HKD
bidding is closed

Description

  • jadeite, diamond, pink sapphire, onyx, gold
  • Cat approximately 10.60 x 33.31 x 21.02mm
The jadeite of intense emerald green colour and fine translucency, carved as a cat resting on a carved onyx cushion, highlighted by a marquise-shaped diamond, the cushion decorated by brilliant-cut diamonds and pink sapphire briolettes together weighing approximately 2.00 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold.

Condition

Colour and Clarity: According to Jadeite Jade Testing Certificate, the carved jadeite "cat" is natural, Type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the certificate for details. In our opinion, the jadeite "cat" has even translucency, of bright, emerald green colour. Upon strong illumination, there are some white cloud inclusions, not noticeable in normal lighting. Diamonds together weighing approximately 0.25 carat, are about G to H colours, VS clarity. Briolette pink sapphires are of intense purple pink colour, eye clean. Other tiny round yellow sapphires are of vivid saturation, eye clean. 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.

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificate numbered KJ 73742, dated 12 June 2012, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as ''A Jade''.