A jadeite, ruby, and diamond necklace

The central oval jadeite cabochon, of near colourless material and glass-like translucency, within a brilliant-cut diamond surround, surmounted by an oval-cut ruby and brilliant-cut diamond Chinese knot motif, terminating in a fringe of collet-set diamonds, suspended from a diamond-set double chain necklace, mounted in 18k white gold, diamonds approximately 2.00 carats total, necklace length 40.5cm. Sold for HK$90,000

Accompanied by a report from the Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory, stating that the selected cabochon is natural jadeite and no resin was detected. Report number KJ 41619, dated 10th March 2009.

Bonhams. Fine Jewellery and Jadeite and Modern Wristwatches, 21 May 2009. Island Shangri-La Hong Kong Hotel, Admiralty, Hong Kong www.bonhams.com