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Citrine and diamond necklace, Cartier, circa 1940
Estimate
59,000 - 88,000 CHF
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Description
- citrine, diamond, metal
Designed as a series of clusters, set with pear-shaped and oval citrines, cushion-shaped and circular-cut diamonds, length approximately 375mm, separates into two bracelets, lengths approximately 210 and 170mm, signed Cartier, indistinctly numbered, fitted case stamped Cartier.
Literature
Cf.: Nadine Coleno, Amazing Cartier; Jewellery Design since 1937, Paris 2008, pgs. 103 and 121 for similar examples of citrine jewels.
Condition
Necklace detaches into two bracelets, both signed Cartier, numbered 1167. Citrines of different colours, yellow, orangy yellow, brownish orange, brownish yellow, some with minor inclusions visible under 10 x magnification, minor scratches and nicks. Diamonds estimated to weigh a total of approximately 6.00 - 7.00 carats, on average H-J colour, SI-I clarity (a few chipped), as gauged and graded in the mount. Signs of normal wear to the metal, clasp secure. Fitted case signed Cartier London Paris New York. 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.
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."