Lot 1802
  • 1802

LAVENDER JADEITE, AMETHYST AND DIAMOND NECKLACE

Estimate
180,000 - 220,000 HKD
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Description

  • JADEITE, AMETHYST, DIAMOND, KARAT GOLD
  • Beads approximately 11.00 to 15.51mm.
Composed of twenty-nine graduated jadeite beads of translucent lavender colour, spaced by amethyst beads, completed by a stylised clasp centring on an oval cabochon amethyst, surrounded by brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in 18 karat yellow and blackened gold, length approximately 560mm.

Condition

Colour and Clarity: According to the Jadeite Jade Testing Certificate, the carved lavender jadeite beads are natural, Type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the certificate for details. In our opinion, the lavender jadeite beads are translucent, of light mauve tone. Upon close look, there are cloud inclusions and may be more visible in a few beads, very common to lavender jadeite and generally not seen when worn. Amtheyst beads and the cabochon amethyst on clasp are of intense purple colour, eye clean. Diamonds together weighing approximately 0.75 carat, are about J to K colours, VS to SI clarity. Condition: Karat blackened and yellow 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.

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory report numbered SJ 48875, dated 6 June 2012, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".