RUBY AND DIAMOND EVENING PURSE AND A GOLD, LAPIS LAZULI AND DIAMOND CIGARETTE BOX

The evening purse of three tone textured design, with a twist clasp set with rubies cabochon and brilliant-cut diamonds, measurements approximately 60mm x 45 mm, together with a textured cigarette box, of rectangular form, highlighted with lapis lazuli and brilliant-cut diamonds, measurements approximately 195mm x 120mm x 50mm, signed Dunhill, London, British hallmarks for London, 1970.

Evening Purse: Stamped 750 for 18 carat. Weighing approximately 167.9 grams. Evidence of minor scratching with slight dent to one side of purse. In good condition. Gold, Lapis Lazuli and Diamond Cigarette Box: Stamped 375 for 9 carat gold to underside of lid and underside of box. Weighing approximately 662.9 grams. 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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