ICY JADEITE 'BUDDHA', JADEITE AND DIAMOND PENDANT AND JADEITE AND DIAMOND RING

The translucent icy jadeite carved as a laughing Buddha, highlighted by an oval jadeite cabochon of fine translucency, completed by a loop set with tapered baguette diamonds, accompanied by a black cord, maximum length approximately 620mm; and a ring centring on a pear-shaped jadeite cabochon of translucent emerald green colour, to a stylised mount set with circular-cut diamonds. (2) Ring size: 5¾

Colour and Clarity: According to the jadeite certificates, both the icy jadeite "Buddha" and the pear-shaped jadeite cabochon are natural, type "A" jadeite. Please refer to the certificates for details. In our opinion, the icy jadeite "Buddha" is highly translucent to almost semi-transparent. Upon transmitted lighting, there are many cloud inclusions, not noticeable in normal lighting. Small oval jadeite cabochon set in the surmount is of translucent, intense emerald green colour. The pear-shaped jadeite cabochon on the ring is translucent, of intense emerald green colour. Upon illumination, there are white clouds, but not noticeable in normal lighting. Diamonds, on general, are G to H colours, mostly VS clarity. Condition: This lot is offered without reserve. Karat white gold mounts, both 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.

Accompanied by Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificates numbered SJ 62463 and SJ 62461, both dated 2 January 2013, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as “A jade”.