Lot 230
  • 230

BAKELITE AND DIAMOND CIGARETTE HOLDER, CARTIER, 1920s

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

The polished black bakelite cigarette holder embellished with a line of millegrain-set rose-cut diamonds, length approximately 123mm, spring loaded eject mechanism, signed Cartier Made in France, numbered, French assay marks, fitted case.

Condition

Please note that the Cartier number 03374 is believed to be a 1929 number for Cartier Paris. Overall good condition, one very small chip to bakelite, and fine abrassions to platinum mount. Case in good condition, stamped Cartier in gilt and Made in France in black.
"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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