Lot 1672. Fine Jadeite Bead, Diamond and Ruby Necklace. Estimate 4,800,000 — 5,800,000 HKD. Photo: Sotheby's.

Composed of forty-seven translucent jadeite beads of emerald green colour, completed by a clasp set with circular-cut diamonds and calibré-cut rubies, mounted in 18 karat white gold, length approximately 570mm. Beads approximately 12.41 to 9.62mm.

Accompanied by Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificate numbered KJ 93215(1-3) dated 18 July 2016, stating that the jadeite tested are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".   

Sotheby's. Magnificent Jewels & Jadeite, Hong Kong, 04 Oct 2016, 02:00 PM