Multi-colour Jadeite, Coloured Sapphire and Diamond 'Monkey' Brooch, Mason Tsai

Modelled as a whimsical monkey holding a peach, set to the centre with a heart-shaped yellow jadeite, embellished by a jadeite plaque of emerald green colour, the head set with circular-cut yellow sapphires accented by eyes set with jadeite cabochon of emerald green colour, the limbs set with black diamonds, decorated by oval sapphires and diamonds, the diamonds together weighing approximately 7.29 carats, mounted in 18 karat blackened and yellow gold, with pendant loop fitting, signed.

Colour and Clarity: According to the jadeite certificates, both the yellow jadeite and jadeites are natural, type "A" jadeite. Please refer to the certificates for details. In our opinion, the yellow jadeite "peach" has good translucency, of intense yellowish orange colour. Other jadeites are highly translucent, of strong emerald green colour. Upon illumination, there are some clouds in the yellow jadeite, not noticeable in normal lighting. Black diamonds are opaque and colourless diamonds are about H to I colours, SI clarity. Condition: Hand-made, unique piece of whimsical design, 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 certificate numbered KJ 84119, dated 27 January 2014, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as "A jade".