LAVENDER JADEITE, JADEITE AND DIAMOND NECKLACE

Composed of thirty-eight graduated jadeite beads of translucent lavender colour, spaced by jadeite beads, completed by a clasp centring on an oval jadeite cabochon of translucent emerald green colour, surrounded by brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in 18 karat white gold, length approximately 595mm.

Colour and Clarity: According to the jadeite certificates, both the lavender jadeite beads and jadeite cabochon are natural, type "A" jadeite. Please refer to the certificates for details. In our opinion, the lavender jadeite bead is translucent, of very light purple tone. jadeite cabochon has good translucency, of medium emerald green colour. Upon illumination, there are white clouds, but not noticeable in normal lighting. The jadeite cabochon set in the clasp is translucent, of slightly deep emerald green colour, with specks of dark inclusions upon close look. Other small jadeite beads are of similar colour and translucency. Diamonds together weighing approximately 0.25 carats, are about G to H colours, VS clarity. Condition: Karat white gold mount, signs of normal wear to the clasp, 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 certificates numbered SJ 63082 and SJ 63083, dated 10 January 2013, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as “A jade”.