Multi-Coloured Jadeite, Gem-Set and Diamond 'Bird and Flower' Brooch/ Pendant, Mason Tsai

Set with a highly translucent icy jadeite carved as a flower, supported by a diamond-set branch, embellished by jadeites of translucent orangy red and emerald green colour, highlighted by a bird set with multi-coloured sapphires, mounted in 18 karat blackened gold, with pendant hoop fitting.

Colour and Clarity: According to the Jadeite Jade Testing Certificate, the carved icy jadeite is natural, Type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the certificate for details. In our opinion, the icy jadeite is highly translucent with nice glow. Upon illumination, there are some white clouds, not noticeable in normal lighting. Other jadeites are also highly translucent, of various hues, including medium bright emerald green, intense amber yellow and strong reddish orange colours. Coloured gemstones are of multi-colour, including medium to intense purplish red, intense grass green, medium yellow, orange and blue colour, eye clean with nice brilliance. Near-colourless diamonds are about J o K colour, VS clarity. Condition: Karat blackened gold mount, with brooch fitting and pendant loop on the back, overall 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 SJ 103561, dated 13 October 2014, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".