The jadeite of translucent bright emerald green colour carved as a ‘fortune melon', with details of floral, gourd and vine motifs, symbolising longevity and happiness. Jadeite measuring approximately 64.12 x 28.84 x 18.15mm. Mounted in 18 karat white gold. 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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THE FORTUNE MELON In the Chinese culture, the fortune melon is an auspicious motif representing luck and blessings, fertility and plentiful of descendants.When carved in collocation with vines and gourds, it symbolizes the pursuit of prosperity of longevity of humindkind. To be offered in the sale Lot 446 is an exceptional jadeite ‘fortune melon’ pendant from Hpakan area of Burma. Fashioned as a succulent melon, the splendid carved jadeite radiates a saturated green hue within a sturdy thickness. It remains highly translucent despite the thickness due to its amazing fine texture, making it a rare piece of its kind.