PAIR OF ICY JADEITE, JADEITE AND DIAMOND 'SWAN' BROOCHES

Modelled as a mother swan and a baby swan, the feathers and wings composed of highly translucent icy jadeite cabochons, decorated by marquise-shaped and circular-cut diamonds, the diamonds altogether weighing approximately 1.80 carats, accented by green jadeite eyes; mounted in 18 karat white and blackened gold, pendant fitting. (2)

Colour and Clarity: According to the jadeite certificate, the icy jadeite cabochons are natural, type "A" jadeite. Please refer to the certificate for details. In our opinion, the icy jadeite cabochons have very good translucency. Two jadeite cabochons are highly translucent, of bright emerald green colour. Diamonds together weighing approximately 1.80 carats, are about H to J colours, VS to SI clarity. Condition: Whimsical design, karat white gold mount, both brooches fitted with pendant loop, in very 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 62561 and SJ 62562, both dated 3 January 2013, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as “A jade”.