Lot 3005. A magnificent oval jadeite cabochon and diamond pendant-brooch, mounted by Carvin French. Estimate HK$12,000,000 – HK$18,000,000 ($1,500,000-2,300,000). Price Realized HK$19,160,000 ($2,478,973). Photo Christie's Image Ltd 2016. 

The oval jadeite cabochon set with textured gold leaf claws, surround by twelve circular-cut diamonds, with diamond-set pendant hoop for suspension, mounted in platinum and gold, cabochon approximately 31.1 x 23.9 x 7.6 mm, 4.6 cm. With maker’s mark for Carvin French

Accompanied by report no. KJ92572 dated 22 March 2016 from Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory stating that the cabochon is natural jadeite and no polymer is detected

Christie's. 30 YEARS: THE SALE, 30 May 2016, Convention Hall