Pair of Jadeite Disc and Diamond Pendant Necklaces. Estimate 1,500,000 — 1,800,000 HKD (168,987 - 202,784 EUR). Photo Sotheby's

The matching pair of jadeite discs of translucent emerald green colour, each accompanied by a black cord with a stylized terminal set with circular-cut diamonds and jadeite beads of matching colour and translucency, mounted in 18 karat white gold, length adjustable.
Diameter and thickness of discs approximately 20.51 x 7.39mm and 20.50 x 7.55mm respectively; jadeite beads approximately 4.80 to 3.70mm.

Accompanied by two Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificates numbered KJ 88975 and KJ 88976 respectively, both dated 23 January 2015, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".

The Circle of Unity and Peace

This pair of jadeite discs of extremely fine quality is remarkably matching in colour, translucency and size. Together, they are a perfect symbol of unity – between him and her, parent and child, siblings, and friends. Each of them is carved as a simplistic circle with a hole in the centre, free from intricate carvings, symbolizing the modest wish for a sense of peace. It is believed that this form bears similarity to the ancient ritual object bi﹙璧﹚, granting its wearer blessings from heaven. The infinite outline of the outer and inner circles is also the perfect representation of completeness and wholeness, an ideology of supreme importance in Chinese tradition.

Sotheby's. Magnificent Jewels & Jadeite, Hong Kong, 06 avr. 2015, 01:00 PM