A jadeite ornament. photo Bonhams
Carved as a slice of cut mango, suffused with russet and bright rich yellow colour, length 14.6cm. Sold for HK$60,000
Accompanied by a report from the Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory, stating that the carving is natural jadeite and no resin was detected. Report number KJ 48195, dated 17th March 2010.
A pair of jadeite bangles. photo Bonhams
Each orangy yellow bangle of very good translucency, outer diameter 69.7-72.3mm, inner diameter 53.6-54.7mm. Estimate: HK$75,000 - 95,000, USD 9,700 - 12,000 Unsold
Accompanied by two reports from the Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory, stating that the bangles are natural jadeite and no resin was detected. Report number KJ 47772 and KJ 47773, dated 1st March 2010.
A jadeite carving. photo Bonhams
The semi-translucent russet material, carved as one of the Buddha's 'luo han' disciples, depicted with a wulu, Buddha bead necklace and scrolls, on a wooden stand, ornament height 11.0cm. Estimate: HK$40,000 - 60,000, USD 5,200 - 7,700 Unsold
Accompanied by a report from the Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory, stating that the carving is natural jadeite and no resin was detected. Report number EXKJ 1115, dated 5th March 2010.
Bonhams. Fine Jewellery and Jadeite and Modern Wristwatches, 28 May 2010 to 29 May 2010. JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong www.bonhams.