Suite of Gold, Jade and Diamond Jewelry

Comprising a necklace, brooch, earclips and ring, the necklace set at the front with three carved and pierced jade plaques, the central plaque depicting flowering vines and the side plaques depicting pagodas amongst landscapes, spaced by polished gold links and five jade rings, accented by round and single-cut diamonds, length 15½ inches; the brooch centered by a carved jade plaque depicting a dragon amidst fruit trees, accented by one jade bead and two jade cabochons, set with round diamonds; the floral earclips centered by two round jade cabochons, set with ten round diamonds; the ring centered by an oval jade cabochon, flanked by four round diamonds, size 6 3/8, with maker's mark; total diamond weight approximately 10.15 carats; circa 1954. With fitted box.

In good condition. The jade has not been tested by a gem lab, but all elements register as jade on a refractometer. The jade is a medium to richly saturated slightly bluish green with minimal color mottling and are translucent. The diamonds are approximately G-I color, VS clarity. NECKLACE: The center jade plaque measures approximately 37.4 by 21.6 by 4.0 mm; side plaques measure approximately 20.6 by 29.6 by 2.2 and 27.7 by 39.3 by 2.6 mm; jade rings measure approximately 15.80 mm; 72 diamonds. To operate the clasp, pull out the plunger-style safety and then unhinge the clasp. BROOCH: jade plaque measures approximately 37.4 by 20.8 by 3.5 mm; two cabochons measure approximately 12.8 by 7.9 by 5.3 mm and 12.9 by 8.3 by 5.2 mm; 13 diamonds. EARCLIPS: jade cabochons measure approximately 12.9 by 12.8 by 5.1 and 12.5 by 12.7 by 5.1 mm, ten diamonds. Fitted with posts and omega backs. RING: the bottom of the shank is 14 karat gold. Oval jade cabochon measures approximately 19.2 by 13.4 by 16.1 mm, four diamonds, fits between a size 6 1/4 and 6 1/2. Shank signed illegibly.
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.
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