Preview: November Auction: 1 pm, 28 November Sotheby s Hong Kong Gallery

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1 Press Release Hong Kong For Immediate Release Hong Kong Katherine Fung New York Darrell Rocha London Marie-Beatrice Morin Geneva Catherine Allen Sotheby s Hong Kong Presents IMPORTANT JEWELS AND JADEITE ON 28 NOVEMBER 2016 Gem-set and Diamond Dragon Bracelet, Early 20th Century, (Lot 1790) Est. HK$640, ,000 / US$82, ,000 Preview: November Auction: 1 pm, 28 November Sotheby s Hong Kong Gallery Hong Kong, 7 November 2016 Sotheby s Hong Kong Important Jewels and Jadeite sale will take place on 28 November at Sotheby s Hong Kong Gallery. The sale is highlighted by a tasteful selection of signed jewellery by renowned brands such as Van Cleef & Arpels and Cartier, alongside a collection of specially-curated pieces for cosmopolitan gentlemen, further complemented by an array of treasured gemstones, diamond, natural pearl and jadeite jewellery. QUEK Chin Yeow, Deputy Chairman of Sotheby s Asia and Chairman of International Jewellery, Asia, said, This November, we are pleased to bring to the market a meticulous selection of iconic signed jewellery from some of the most famous brands, as well as a collection of recognisably masculine pieces designed for today s dapper gentlemen. With the festive season soon approaching, this forthcoming auction, with offerings at various price points suited for an array of occasions, will be the perfect platform for those looking to treat themselves at the end of the year, and for those wanting to surprise their loved ones with the most desirable and exceptional gifts.

2 SALE HIGHLIGHTS JEWELLERY FOR THE DAPPER MAN Men s adornment of jewellery has been in existence for many centuries, from early monarchs and noblemen wearing extravagantly decorated items that served as symbols of status, power and prominence to the current cultural conversations of today s well-groomed and sophisticated dapper man. Today, men place particular importance on a groomed physical appearance, pursuing the presence of cool nonchalance. Designers pay homage to this trend by creating recognisably masculine pieces accented with subtle fresh twists, fashioning an elegant blend of contemporary masculinity. When it comes to man jewellery, a couple of tastefully selected pieces that complement each other are all that is necessary to complete a polished look. Pair of Alexandrite Cufflinks (Lot 1697) Est. HK$250, ,000 / US$32,300 38,700* Sapphire and Diamond Ring (Lot 1698) Est. HK$700, ,000 US$90, ,000 Diamond, Enamel & Emerald Pendent Necklace; and Diamond, Emerald and Onyx Ring; Panthère, Cartier (Lot 1706) Est. HK$95, ,000 / US$12,300 18,100 Diamond, Onyx and Mother-of-Pearl Wristwatch, Décor Dragon, Cartier (Lot 1701) Est. HK$850,000 1,100,000 / US$110, ,000 Onyx and Diamond Dress Set (Lot 1700) Est. HK$60,000 80,000 / US$7,800 10,400 Diamond Ring (Lot 1702) Est. HK$160, ,000 / US$20,700 32,300 2

3 DRAGONS Dragons, with its mythical powers and legendary greatness, represent the highest spiritual power of change and transformation. Its majestic presence makes it one of the most potent symbols for wisdom and good fortune. Considered as the Celestial Stag, dragons are associated with the yang masculine principles of Sun, fire and dominance, as opposed to yin, the feminine principles of passivity and softness. Symbols of imperial hierarchy, their benevolence signifies grace, honour and magnanimity. Gem-set and Diamond Dragon Bracelet, Early 20th Century (Lot 1790) Est. HK$640, ,000 / US$82, ,000 The rubies decorating the dragon s body accentuate the royal majestic nature of the dragon, as rubies have been considered symbols of nobility and importance, as well as possessing the power to increase one's vitality and power. BRANDED JEWELLERY Diamond Bangle, Flying Butterfly, Van Cleef & Arpels (Lot 1793) Est. HK$470, ,000 / US$61,000 80,000 Diamond, Sapphire, Emerald and Onyx Ring, Panthère, Cartier (Lot 1704) Est. HK$900,000 1,200,000 / US$117, ,000 Pair of Diamond Clip Brooches, Cartier (Lot 1709) Est. HK$480, ,000 / US$62,000 77,500 JADEITE Left: Jadeite, Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Parure (Lot 1764) Est. HK$800, ,000 / US$104, ,000 Right: Jadeite and Diamond Brooch (Lot 1763) Est. HK$400, ,000 / US$52,000 77,500 3

4 NATURAL PEARLS, COLOURED DIAMONDS & GEMSTONES Left: Pair of Clam Pearl, Sapphire, Diamond and Pearl Earrings (Lot 1666) Est. HK$260, ,000 / US$33,600 41,300 Right: Natural Pearl and Diamond Necklace (Lot 1734) Est. HK$220, ,000 / US$28,400 36,100 Left: Multi-Coloured Diamond and Diamond Bracelet (Lot 1684) Est. HK$350, ,000 / US$45,200 57,000 Right: Silver-gilt, Pink Gold and Ruby Minaudière, Boucheron, Paris (Lot 1744) Est. HK$16,000 24,000 / US$2,100 3,100 Left: Cat s-eye Chrysoberyl and Diamond Ring (Lot 1779) Est. HK$480, ,000 / US$62,000 71,000 ********** Image Download: Dropbox: Baidu Yun: 4

5 NOTES TO EDITORS: I) SOTHEBY S HONG KONG GALLERY NOVEMBER DECEMBER 2016 EVENTS (subject to change) Auction Date Exhibition Date Event Nov Chiang Yomei: Other Realms - A Selling Exhibition 28 Nov Nov Fine Timepieces Important Jewels and Jadeite 1 Dec The Muwen Tang Collection of Chinese Jades Nov 2 Dec Chinese Art Address: Sotheby s Hong Kong Gallery, 5/F, One Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Hong Kong II) FOR MORE NEWS FROM SOTHEBY S News & Video : Twitter : Facebook : Instagram : Snapchat ID : Sothebys Weibo : WeChat ID : sothebyshongkong Sotheby s has been uniting collectors with world-class works of art since Sotheby s became the first international auction house when it expanded from London to New York (1955), the first to conduct sales in Hong Kong (1973), India (1992) and France (2001), and the first international fine art auction house in China (2012). Today, Sotheby s presents auctions in 10 different salesrooms, including New York, London, Hong Kong and Paris, and Sotheby s BidNow program allows visitors to view all auctions live online and place bids from anywhere in the world. Sotheby s offers collectors the resources of Sotheby s Financial Services, the world s only full-service art financing company, as well as private sale opportunities in more than 70 categories, including S 2, the gallery arm of Sotheby's Contemporary Art department, and two retail businesses, Sotheby s Diamonds and Sotheby s Wine. Sotheby s has a global network of 80 offices in 40 countries and is the oldest company listed on the New York Stock Exchange (BID). *Estimates do not include buyer s premium. Prices achieved include the hammer price plus buyer s premium and are net of any fees paid to the purchaser where the purchaser provided an irrevocable bid. Browse sale catalogues, view original content, stream live auctions and more at and through Sotheby s apps for iphone, ipad, Android, Apple TV and Amazon Fire 5