Lot 420
  • 420

Sapphire and diamond ring, 'Panthère', Cartier

Estimate
28,000 - 45,000 CHF
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Description

Designed as a panther, pavé-set with brilliant-cut diamonds and decorated with cabochon sapphires, the eyes set with marquise-shaped emeralds, the nose with cabochon onyx, mounted in platinum, size 51½, signed Cartier and numbered.

Condition

Stamped Pt 950 for platinum. Signed Cartier, numbered C1516A. Sapphires and emeralds well matched in colour. Onyx in good condition. Head of panther in the ring can be turned. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 5.00 - 6.00 carats, G-H colour, VS-SI clarity, as gauged and graded in mounting. Minor signs of wear to the metal, in good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
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