Lot 1756. Jadeite Bead and Diamond Necklace. Estimate 350,000 — 550,000 HKD. Photo: Sotheby's.

Composed of fifty-five graduated translucent jadeite beads of medium green colour suffused with bright emerald green streaks, completed by a diamond-set clasp, mounted in 18 karat white gold, length approximately 570mm. Jadeite beads approximately 11.36 to 9.25mm..

Accompanied by Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificate numbered KJ 93966(1-3), dated 11 October 2016, stating that the jadeites tested are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade"..

Sotheby's. Important Jewels and Jadeite, Hong Kong, 28 Nov 2016, 01:00 PM