天然翡翠「龍鳳呈祥」配 彩色鑽石 及 鑽石 吊墜一對

• 圓形鑽石重0.83卡拉, E色VS1淨度
• 圓形鑽石重0.80卡拉, F色VS2淨度
• 18K白金、18K黃金及18K玫瑰金鑲嵌

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. Accompanied by jadeite certificates no. KJ 91222 and KJ 91223, stating that the jadeite "Dragon" and "Phoenix" plaques are natural, type "A" jadeites, also accompanied by GIA reports no. 7141662259 and 2156819303, stating that the round-shaped diamonds are 0.83 carat E Colour, VS1 Clarity and Excellent Cut and 0.80 F colour, VS2 Clarity and Very Good Cut respectively. Please refer to the certificates for details. Stamped 750 for 18 karat white, yellow and plated pink gold, the jadeite "Dragon" and "Phoenix" plaques are matching, of high translucency, of brilliant emerald green colour. Upon strong illumination, there are cloud inclusions and surface reaching inclusions, very commonly seen in natural jadeite carving, not noticeable under normal lighting. Smaller colourless diamonds altogether estimated to weigh approximately 3.40 carats, are about E to F colours, overall VS clarity, Yellow Diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 0.40 carat are about medium yellow to greenish yellow to brownish yellow colour, overall VS to SI clarity, Pink Diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 0.30 carat are light to faint pink and overall VS clarity. All diamonds and coloured diamonds are gauged and graded in the mount. 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.

附兩張香港玉石鑑定中心證書（編號KJ 91222及KJ 91223，日期2015年9月7日）• 翡翠評定為天然「A玉」
另附兩張美國GIA證書（編號7141662259 ，日期2013年2月26日；編號2156819303，日期2013年8月27日）• 彩色鑽石的顏色未經鑑定為天然。

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「龍鳳呈祥」

「龍鳳呈祥」出自漢·孔鮒《孔叢子·記問》：「天子布德，將致太平，則麟鳳龜龍先為之呈祥。」龍與鳳不但是中國傳統的吉祥圖案，兩種靈獸據說曾是中華大地南北兩大圖騰，作為祥瑞昭示人間。「龍鳳呈祥」現已演變成祝福語，形容夫妻間比翼相飛，恩愛相隨。