The multi-functional pair of jadeite cabochons of highly translucent intense lavender and bright emerald green colour respectively, to be worn as pair of pendent earrings, ring and pendent necklace, decorated with marquise-shaped, baguette, shield- and brilliant-cut diamonds of colourless, yellow and pink hues, the diamonds altogether weighing approximately 16.65 carats, mounted in 18 karat yellow, white and blackened gold, signed, length approximately 409mm. Ring size: 6 Lavender and Green cabochons measuring approximately 27.61 x 24.70 x 10.88 and 26.55 x 24.23 x 9.25mm respectively. This lot contains jadeite or rubies originating in Burma (also known as Myanmar) and also articles of jewellery containing such gemstones may not be imported into the U.S. With respect to items containing any other types of gemstones originating in Burma (e.g. sapphires), such items may be imported into the U.S. provided that the gemstones were mounted or incorporated into articles of jewellery outside of Burma as long as the setting is not of a temporary nature. Loose gemstones of any type originating in Burma may not be imported into the U.S. In this regard, purchaser’s inability to import any item into the U.S. or any other country as a result of these or other restrictions shall not justify a cancellation of the sale or any delay in payment.
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Lavender Jadeite and Jadeite Cabochons Fill ed with Abundant Blessings In the Han-dynasty classic Interpretation of Chinese Characters, author Xu Zhen offered a detailed explanation on fei cui (jadeite).According to him, fei refers to a red-feathered swallow and cui, another bird with a green body. Fei cui is also believed to bethe name of a small bird from South Western region of China, distinguished by red and emerald-green feathers. But in reality, jadeite comes in a full array of colours, ranging from red to orange, yellow , green, lavender, black and colourless. In traditional Chinese culture and Taoism, purple is considered a supreme colour, symbolizing the ziwei Star, which represents the emperor of the Middle Kingdom. Cultural references to the colour include zijincheng (purple Forbidden City), the Chinese name of the Forbidden City in Beijing; zi yi shou dai (purple clothing and ribbons), which symbolize the lofty positions held by court officials and the nobility. Another saying cited frequently is zi qi dong lai (purple qi coming from the east), which originates from the tale of a purple cloud hovering over the Hangu Pass as Laozi, founder of Taoism, travelled through the outpost in western China. The term is used to connote wealth, fortune and auspiciousness. Available in the tones of light purple, aubergine purple and blue violet, lavender jadeite is equally cherished by collectors. However, it is extraordinary for a lavender jadeite to possess intense colour, fine texture and excellent transparency in one. The extreme rarity makes lavender jadeite possessing these outstanding qualities exceedingly valuable in the market. In ancient times, emerald green was the colour symbolizing fortune, fame as well as luck and peace. Jadeite of this colour was discovered by the imperial court in the early Ming period and it became the superior jewellery material among the upper class. Emperor Qianlong of the Qing dynasty was so obsessed with it that half of the 30,000 pieces of jadeite treasures displayed in the Palace Museum centuries later was once owned by him. Similarly infatuated with the gemstone was Empress Dowager Cixi, who was always seen donning bead necklaces, rings and hairpins made from jadeite. Even her abode in Changchun Palace was filled with jadeite utensils including chopsticks and bowls with lids. Emerald-green fei cui was associated with nobility in the Ming and Qing dynasties and the finest jadeite colour was praised as “Imperial Green”, meaning that only emperors were qualified to wear it. This season, Tiancheng International is delighted to present an impressive pair of jadeite and icy lavender jadeite cabochons, in bright emerald green and intense lavender tone, skillfully carved for different fittings as necklace, earrings and ring. Their cabochon cuts are executed to perfect symmetry to give the jadeite an impressive thickness. With its seductive purplish hue and fine, lustrous texture, the enticing icy lavender jadeite captivates all connoisseurs. Complementing perfectly with the lavender jadeite cabochon is the emerald-green jadeite cabochon of excellent colour, texture and translucency. Together they make an exquisite treasure unparalleled quality.