JADEITE, DIAMOND AND GEM-SET WATCH

The flexible watch highlighted opening to the dial cover with two step-cut emeralds and an oval ruby weighing approximately 3.50 carats, open to reveal a circular dial, the straps flanked with an oval sapphire and a pear-shaped diamond weighing approximately 1.70 and 1.20 carats respectively, the rectangular links pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds housing jadeite saddles of translucent emerald green colour, decorated with oval rubies, cabochon sapphires, facetted emeralds and rubies, the diamonds together weighing approximately 3.00 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold, length approximately 650mm.

Colour and Clarity: According to Jadeite Jade Testing Certificate, the jadeites are natural, Type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the jadeites are highly translucent, of slightly deep, strong emerald green colour with some minor dark brownish or black patches. Pear-shaped diamond is light yellow (W-X) colours, VS clarity. Sapphire is deep blue, small faceted rubies are deep, strong red colour, slightly included to naked eyes. Cabochon ruby in the middle is pinkish red colour, semi-transparent clarity. Diamonds are mostly about H to I colours, but a few tapered diamonds are of J to K colours, VS clarity. Case back signed SEIKO, the strap is later added, not original. Condition: Please note we do not guarantee the movement, quartz movement which is in working order while cataloguing. Signs of wear and minor scratches to the mount and case-back, otherwise in 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.

Accompanied by Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory report numbered SJ 51812, dated 18 July 2012, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".