Lot 1665
  • 1665

Fine Jadeite Bead and Diamond Necklace

Estimate
2,600,000 - 3,000,000 HKD
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Description

  • white gold, jadeite, diamond
  • Beads approximately 9.85 to 7.62mm.
Composed of eighty graduated bright green jadeite beads of good translucency, suffused with brilliant emerald green streaks, embellished with the circular-cut diamond-set enhancer and clasp, mounted in white gold, length approximately 860mm. 

Condition

Accompanied by Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificate numbered KJ 95945(1-3), dated 29 June 2017, stating that the jadeite tested are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade". For further details, please refer to report. Clasp stamped 14K 585 for 14 karat white gold mounting. Divider is 18 karat white gold as tested. Jadeite beads are well matched, of good translucency and bright green colour suffused with streaks of brilliant emerald green. Under strong illumination, there are whitish clouds, a few beads with surface reaching fissures that commonly seen in natural jadeite. Diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 0.50 carat in total, are about F to G colour, mostly VS clarity, as gauged and graded in the mounting. Overall in very good condition.
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.Certificates of Authenticity: Various manufacturers may not issue certificates of authenticity upon request. Sotheby's is not under an obligation to furnish the purchaser with a certificate of authenticity from the manufacturer at any time. Unless the requirements for a rescission of the sale under the Terms of Guarantee are satisfied, the failure of a manufacturer to issue a certificate will not constitute grounds to rescind the sale. Gemological Certificates and Reports: References in the catalogue descriptions to certificates or reports issued by gemological laboratories are provided only for the information of bidders, and Sotheby's does not guarantee and accepts no responsibility for the accuracy, terms or information contained in such certificates or reports. Please also note that laboratories may differ in their assessment of a gemstone (including its origin and presence, type and extent of treatments) and their certificates or reports may contain different results.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.

Catalogue Note

Accompanied by Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificate numbered KJ 95945(1-3), dated 29 June 2017, stating that theĀ jadeite testedĀ are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".