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A Carved Jadeite 'Leaf' and Diamond Pendant
- Estimate
- HK$1,900,000 - 2,300,000€208,000 - 252,000$240,000 - 300,000
Lot Details
One carved jadeite 'leaf', <em>measuring approximately 49.48 x 21.20 x 5.61mm</em>Diamonds in the surround, totalling approximately 2.55 carats18 karat white gold(Jadeite 'Leaf')
<em>Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory report, numbered KJ97862, dated 15 March 2018, Type A jadeite, natural colour without any resin.</em>
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Catalogue Essay
Since ancient times, the symbolism of plants and flowers was always glorified by the Chinese. As a celebratory joy for marriage or weddings, leaf is a pun for numerous offsprings and children, make it a very popular motif amongst artisans in jadeite carving. The vivid green hue of this carved jadeite 'leaf' pendant signifies a joyful and spirited vitality, the source of youth and aspiration.