JADEITE BROOCH

Of openwork design, set with a jadeite plaque of translucent light emerald green colour, carved with floral and bird motifs, mounted in 18 karat yellow gold, with pendant fitting.

Colour and Clarity: According to the Jadeite Jade Testing certificate and AGL report, the carved jadeite plaque is natural, Type A jadeite jade, with no evidence of impregnation present. Please refer to the certificate and report for details. In our opinion, the jadeite plaque has good translucency, of bright, medium soft green colour. Upon transmitted illumination, there are cloud inclusions, not seen in normal lighting. Upon 10x loupe, there are general surface abrasions, consistent with its age and not affecting the integrity of the piece. Pendant loop fitting, the brooch can be worn as pendant. Condition: Jadeite carving is probably dated early Republican period, with later karat yellow gold mounting, 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 AGL certificate numbered CS 50904, dated 30 July 2012, stating that the jadeite is natural, with no gemological evidence of impregnation present, also known as "A Jade". Further accompanied by Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificate numbered KJ 75422, dated 9 August 2012, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as "A jade".