Jadeite and Diamond 'Flower' Brooch

Of floral design, the petals set with five oval jadeite cabochons of high translucency and  brilliant emerald green colour, the centre highlighted by a brilliant-cut diamond weighting 4.33 carats, mounted in 14 karat yellow and white gold.

Colour and Clarity: According to the Jadeite Jade Testing certificates, the jadeite cabochons are natural, Type A jadeites. Please refer to the certificates for details. In our opinion, the jadeite cabochons is highly translucent and are matching, of brilliant emerald green colour. Upon illumination, there are cloud inclusions, not seen in normal lighting. The round diamond is accompanied by GIA certificate stating that it is 4.33 carats, of L colour, SI1 clarity. Condition: Karat yellow and white gold mount, overall in 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 92186(1-2), dated 25 January 2016, stating that the jadeites tested are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade". Also accompanied by GIA report numbered 6212227920, dated 1 December 2015, stating that the 4.33 carat diamond is L Colour, SI1 Clarity.