Lot 2047. An extraordinary jadeite bead, ruby and diamond necklace. Estimate HKD 56,800,000 - HKD 80,000,000 (USD 8,800,000-12,000,000). Price realised HKD 95,725,000 © Christie's Images Ltd 2017

Composed of twenty-nine graduated jadeite beads, measuring approximately 14.7 to 15.9 mm, to the cabochon ruby and old-cut diamond clasps, mounted in gold, 48.0 cm

Accompanied by reports nos. KJ96925(1-9) dated 19 October 2017 from the Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory stating that the beads are natural colour Fei Cui (Jadeite Jade) without any resin