Lot 40
  • 40

Platinum, onyx and diamond pendant-watch, Cartier, Paris, circa 1910

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • Cartier, Paris
The circular case housing a white dial applied with Arabic numeral markers and blue steeled hands, framed by a calibré-cut onyx border, similarly set to the obverse, centering on a monogram motif decorated with rose-cut diamonds, detachable black silk moire  band surmount with diamond and onyx fittings, dial signed Cartier, caseback interior signed Cartier, Paris and numbered 4299, mechanical movement signed European Watch Co. Inc.

Condition

Movement: signed European Watch Co. Inc., 19 jewels, adjusted to temperature, currently running. Dustcover: signed Cartier, Paris, numbered 7757/83122/98526/4299 and stamped, with maker's mark for Edmond Jaeger and french assay mark. Top of pin numbered 945. Diamonds are of decorative quality and onyx is intact, with some minor abrasions to the facet junctions. With a monogram AHG set in diamonds. The grosgrain ribbon is frayed and poorly repaired. See Important Notice Regarding Condition of Watches on page 335 of the catalogue.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.