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An Impressive and Fine Jadeite Cabochon and Diamond Necklace
- Estimate
- HK$16,000,000 - 19,000,000$2,000,000 - 2,400,000
Lot Details
Nine jadeite cabochons,<em> measuring approximately 15.70 x 12.70 x 8.40mm to 21.00 x 17.50 x 9.70mm</em>Marquise-shaped and brilliant-cut diamonds, totalling 14.00 carats18 karat white gold(Jadeite cabochons)
<em>Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory report numbered KJ 95242, dated 31 March 2017, Type A jadeite, natural colour without any resin.
SSEF report, numbered 91075, dated 23 March 2017, Burma (Myanmar), no indications of any treatment. These jadeite-jades may also be called 'jadeite-jade type A' in the trade. Also with SSEF Appendix Letter 'Exceptional Jadeite Necklace', stating that this jadeite necklace 'possesses extraordinary characteristics and merits special mention and appreciation. The jadeite-jade cabochon partly exhibit a remarkable size and weight and are characterised by a highly matching colour and quality. Assembling a matching selection of jadeite-jade cabochons of this size and quality can be considered rare and exceptional.' </em>
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Catalogue Essay
Located in northern Burma near Uru River region, Hpakant is the largest jadeite mine in the world and has long been a mecca for the most discerning jadeite connoisseurs and collectors. According to legend, the material is so abundant that one only has to go an inch deep to find fine jadeites. However, resource is finite, especially glassy material of intense emerald green colour from the ‘old mine’ which is rumoured to be near depletion. Rarity of such ‘old-mine’ Hpakant jadeites, as seen on this spectacular necklace, testifies to nature’s miraculous power and human’s adroitness. The impeccable size, quality and number of jadeite cabochons deems this necklace more than worthy as an heirloom jewel, a jewel now and for generations to come.
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