An Extraordinary 'Imperial Green' Jadeite Bead and Diamond Necklace

Composed of forty-three jadeite beads of highly translucent emerald green colour, completed by a clasp set with variously shaped diamonds, mounted in 18 karat white gold, length approximately 610mm.

Jadeite beads approximately from 14.05 to 12.90mm.

Accompanied by Gübelin report and appendix no. 22011114, dated 9 February 2022, stating that the jadeite is natural, with no indications of treatment and may also be called "Type A" in the trade. Gübelin Appendix further stating '... the most sought after colour is a deep, emerald green colour referred to as "imperial green".... A matched set of forty-three natural jadeites described in the above...possesses evenly saturated green colouration, referred to as "imperial green", combined with the high translucency as well as their very fine texture...makes this set of green jadeite necklace a piece of outstanding beauty and importance'.