Impressive Jadeite Carved “Buddha’s Hand” and Diamond Pendant Necklace. Photo Sotheby's

The highly translucent jadeite of emerald green colour meticulously carved as a Buddha’s Hand, symbolising protection, longevity and good fortune, highlighted by a cushion-shaped diamond weighing 4.38 carats, completed by a diamond-set clasp and black cord decorated by brilliant-cut diamonds, the diamonds together weighing approximately 3.00 carats, mounted in 18 karat white gold, maximum length approximately 510mm. Buddha's Hand approximately 55.07 x 31.88 x 13.98mm. Estimation: 9,000,000 - 12,000,000 HK

Accompanied by Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificate numbered KJ 78493, dated 8 February 2013, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as “A jade”. Further accompanied by GIA report numbered 1156137295,dated 5 December 2012, stating that the 4.38 carat diamond is F colour, VS2 clarity.

Sotheby's Hong Kong. Magnificent Jewels and Jadeite. 8 April 2013 www.sothebys.com