FIVE JADEITE ARCHER'S RINGS QING DYNASTY

comprising one white with a splash of apple-green; three green and one lavender (5)

(clock-wise)
The first: Spink & Son Ltd., London, 1968.
The second: Hartman Trading Corp., New York, 1968.
The third: Frank Caro, New York, 1965.
The fourth: Honolulu Academy of Arts, 1968.
The fifth: Morrey's, Santa Barbara, 1968.

The first ring has a 0.1 cm small chip to the lower outer edge and an approximately 0.3 cm bruise to the lower inner edge; the third ring with a 0.4 cm shallow chip to the lower edge; the fourth ring has a tiny bruise to the side, together with a fine horizontal fissure line; the fifth ring has a small bruise to the side. Overall in general good condition, some with minute nicks and wear to the edges consistent with age and use.
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.
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.