Jadeite, black diamond and diamond 'bat' brooch

The translucent jadeite 'bi' of mottled green colour, suffused with dark emerald green patches, accentuated by a flying bat, signifying good fortune and happiness, pavé-set throughout with black and brilliant-cut diamonds, and the eyes set with circular-cut rubies, mounted in 18 karat white and blackened gold, pendant loop fitting. diameter and thickness of 'bi' approximately 54.05 and 3.60 mm. Estimate 50,000—80,000 HKD. Lot Sold 125,000 HKD

NOTE: Accompanied by Hong Kong Jadeite & Stone Laboratory Limited certificate numbered KJ 41372, dated 18 February 2009, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as 'A Jade'.

Sotheby's. Magnificent Jewels & Jadeite. 07 Apr 09. Hong Kong www.sothebys.com photo courtesy Sotheby's