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The “highly translucent” piece will lead Sotheby’s Magnificent Jewels and Jadeite sale in Hong Kong April 3.
The “Circle of Heaven” jadeite bangle is the highlight of the Magnificent Jewels and Jadeite sale at Sotheby’s Hong Kong on April 3.
Hong Kong--A “highly translucent” jadeite bangle is expected to be the top lot at Sotheby’s Hong Kong next month.
The rare piece, the highlight of the Magnificent Jewels and Jadeite sale scheduled for April 3, is expected to sell for $10.2 million to $12.8 million.
The bangle is described as having a full, emerald-green color with “fine texture.” It was named the “Circle of Heaven” not only for its circular form, representing the idea of unity, but also because jade has traditionally been though to be the “stone of heaven” in Chinese belief.
In addition to the bangle, the April sale also will feature classic period jewels, including a number of Art Deco pieces, as well as contemporary jewelry.
A 24.70-carat cushion-shaped Burmese ruby ring could sell for as much as $11.8 million.
A step-cut fancy blue diamond weighing 14.18 carats surrounded by brilliant-cut diamonds set in platinum and 18-karat pink gold could sell for as much as $7.7 million; a 30.16-carat step-cut fancy vivid yellow diamond is estimated to go for between $2.4 million and $3.2 million; and an oval jadeite cabochon and diamond ring could sell for up to $3.6 million.
Sotheby’s Hong Kong sale also will feature a curated collection of statement earrings called “Jewels for the Red Carpet.”
It was inspired by actress Ashley Judd’s look at the 2018 Golden Globes. She wore a pair of Martin Katz emerald and diamond pendant earrings, which will be included in the auction and are estimated to sell for as much as $256,000.
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The red carpet portion of the auction also features keshi pearl, rock crystal and diamond earrings from Wallace Chan ($61,500 to $83,500); a pair of aquamarine and diamond earrings from Cartier ($122,000 to $179,000); Bhagat spinel and diamond earrings ($122,000 to $179,000); and a pair of diamond earrings from Cindy Chao ($83,500 to $109,000).
Totaling more than 280 lots, Magnificent Jewels and Jadeite is estimated to garner in excess of $93.6 million.
Pictured below are some notable pieces in the sale. To see the full lineup, visit Sothebys.com.
This ring featuring a cushion-shaped Burmese ruby weighing 24.70 carats, set within a surround of pear-shaped diamonds and in which the shank is pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds with a pink tint, could sell for between $10.5 million and $11.8 million.
This swan brooch from Van Cleef & Arpels features rubies, which were carefully selected for uniform hues and invisibly-set, diamonds and an emerald. It is expected to sell in the range of $282,000 and $358,000.
This Egyptian-revival Art Deco bracelet from Van Cleef & Arpels is decorated with five quatrefoil motifs alternating with lotus motifs and features diamonds, sapphires, rubies, emeralds and onyx. It could garner between $845,000 and $1.1 million.
A signed Monture Cartier ring featuring a 14.72-carat step-cut Colombian emerald and brilliant-cut diamonds mounted in platinum could sell for as much as $1.4 million.
Van Cleef & Arpels’ iconic “Zip” design can be converted from a necklace to a bracelet. This example is set with brilliant-cut diamonds mounted in 18-karat yellow gold and platinum. It could sell for between $154,000 and $256,000.
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