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Gold and diamond cigarette case, Cartier, circa 1924
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- gold, diamonds
The rectangular case of two tone fluted and engine turned design, the thumb piece set with circular- and single-cut diamonds, engraved to the interior 'Pinna 1924 love - EP', measuring approximately 92 x 72 x 14mm, indistinct Cartier signature.
Provenance
Presented as a gift from Prince Edward when he was Prince of Wales to Pinna Nesbit Cruger.
Condition
Partially signed Cartier. Stamped 14K for 14 carat gold. Diamonds bright and liverly. Some dents, abrasions and tarnish to metal consistent with age and use.
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
The signature 'EP' was used by Edward whilst he was Prince of Wales.
Prince Edward visited the United States and Canada in 1924. While in America he became acquainted with Mrs Pinna Nesbit Cruger, (26th November 1896, Halifax Nova Scotia, Canada, 31st March 1950, Santa Barbara, California, USA) wife of the haberdasher, Freddie Cruger. Miss Pinna Nesbit was the daughter of the late Captain William A. Nesbit, a British army officer stationed at Toronto, Ontario, Canada. F Scott Fitzgerald, Life of Letters, refers to her as a “damned attractive woman”, and the inscription probably refers to Prince Edwards stay in America and his time spent with Pinna Nesbitt, who became the Princes frequent dance partner during his stay.