An impressive jadeite Guanyin pendant

Of semi-transparent, brilliant green jadeite, the deity with serene expression and a baguette and brilliant-cut diamond halo, seated on a throne of baguette and brilliant-cut diamond graduating scrolls, the reverse carved with lotus and water lily flowers signifying purity and enlightenment, mounted in 18k white gold, accompanied by an 18k white gold link chain, diamonds approximately 5.5 carats total, necklace length 65.5cm, pendant dimensions 61.1 x 44.6 x 2.0mm.. Estimate: HK$1,500,000 - 2,500,000, $190,000 - 320,000

Footnote: Accompanied by a report from the Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory, stating that the carved plaque is natural jadeite and no polymer is detected. Report number KJ175, dated 14th January 2002.

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Bonhams.Fine Jewellery and Jadeite, 27 Nov 2007. JW Marriott Hotel, Admiralty, Hong Kong