Lot 3179. A jadeite 'Bat and Lotus' pendant; 2 1/8 in. (5.4 cm.) long. Estimate HKD 300,000 - HKD 500,000. Price realised HKD 500,000. © Christie’s Image Ltd 2014. 

The shaped pendant is carved with double gourds and a bat amidst lush broad lotus leaves with veins detailed with incised lines. The stone is of a bright apple-green tone with some areas deepening to a darker green.

Note: An identification report from Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory Limited confirms that the present lot is natural green jadeite.