JADEITE BEAD AND DIAMOND NECKLACE

Composed of sixty-one jadeite beads of bright emerald green colour and fine translucency, linked by a jadeite hoop of matching colour and translucency, the centre accented by diamonds-set hoops and princess-cut diamonds, suspending a drop pavé-set with marquise-shaped and brilliant-cut diamonds, completed by a brilliant-cut diamond-set clasp, the diamonds together weighing approximately 13.80 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold, length approximately 470mm.

Colour and Clarity: According to the jadeite certificate, the jadeite beads and jadeite hoop are natural, type "A" jadeite. Please refer to the certificate for details. In our opinion, the jadeite beads and hoop are translucent, of medium soft, emerald green colour. Upon illumination, there are white clouds, but not noticeable in normal lighting. Diamonds together weighing approximately 13.80 carats, are about G to H colours, VS to SI clarity. Condition: Karat blackened gold mount, 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 certificate numbered KJ 78490 (1-5), dated 8 February 2013, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as “A jade”.