Icy Jadeite Bead and Emerald Necklace; and Red Jadeite Bead Necklace

The first necklace composed of ninety-eight translucent icy jadeite beads and twelve emerald bead spacers, completed by a 14 karat white gold clasp; and the second necklace composed of one hundred and six translucent red jadeite beads, completed by white metal clasp; length approximately 590mm and 480mm respectively.

Colour and Clarity: According to the Jadeite Jade Testing Certificates, the icy and red jadeite beads, based on random testing, are natural, type "A" Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the certificates for details. In our opinion, the icy jadeite beads are matching, of very light celadon tone; the red jadeite beads are slightly patchy, intense brown-red colour. All appear translucent, with white clouds under illumination. Small emerald beads on one of the necklaces are of bright intense green colour. Condition: This two necklaces are offered without reserve, and proceeds will go to Playright Children's Play Association for charity. 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 two Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificates numbered SJ 122282 and SJ 122281, both dated 16 September 2015, stating that the jadeites tested are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".