Lot 1661. Fine Translucency Emerald Green Jadeite and Diamond Necklace. Estimate 1,200,000 — 1,400,000 HKD. Lot sold 1,700,000 HKD. Photo: Sotheby's 2011.

The double-stranded necklace set with one hundred and fifty-nine graduated jadeite beads of emerald green colour and fine translucency, completed by an openwork clasp set with brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in 18 karat white gold, detachable as two necklaces, length approximately 620 and 660mm.

Beads approximately 6.48 to 9.78mm.

Accompanied by Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificate numbered KJ58033 (1-2), dated 29 February 2011, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".