Lot 244
  • 244

Group of gold, colored stone and diamond jewelry, 1940s, one bracelet by Cartier

Estimate
12,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

Comprising a gold, ruby and diamond strap bracelet of brickwork linking, decorated at either end with small round and single-cut diamonds and calibré-cut and cabochon rubies, adjustable length, signed Cartier, numbered 1511; a 14 karat gold a pink gold strap bracelet, composed of lozenge-shaped links, gross weight approximately 31 dwts., length 7¼ inches; a 14 karat pink gold, citrine quartz and ruby wristwatch, decorated with 2 emerald-cut citrines and calibré-cut rubies, mechanical movement, length 7 inches; a two-color gold gem-set brooch, designed as twin drapes of pink and yellow gold surmounted by a cluster of hexagonal-cut aquamarines, round rubies and single-cut diamonds, and a pair of gold gem-set earclips, decorated with flowers of pear-shaped citrines, partly bordered by cabochon rubies and old European-cut diamonds. 

Condition

RUBY & DIAMOND BRACELET: Very good condition, the strap wonderfully well-made and supple. The diamonds weigh approximately 2.25 carats and are approximately G-H-I color, VS clarity. The rubies are a lively medium purplish pinkish red; the calibré-cut rubies are eye-clean to lightly included, the cabochons are lightly included. Signed and numbered on the clasp. Clasp opens by squeezing the release button at the side. PINK GOLD BRACELET: Good condition with light surface wear. WRISTWATCH: Good condition with surface wear; discoloration to the gold near the rubies. The medium brownish orange citrines are eye-clean with the exception of one citrine bearing light scratches to the table. The medium pinkish red rubies are eye-clean; two of the rubies are darker than the others (as seen in the catalogue illustration). The wristwatch has a mechanical movement that is presently running. Please see the important notice regarding watches on page 272 of the catalogue. BROOCH: Good condition with discoloration to the gold. The light blue aquamarines are eye-clean and nicely matched. The rubies are a lively medium pinkish purplish red and lightly included. The diamonds are approximately H-I-J color, VS clarity. EARCLIPS: Good condition. The light yellow-orange citrines are nicely matched and eye-clean. The medium purplish pinkish red rubies are typically included (some surface-reaching). The diamonds are approximately I-J color, VS-SI clarity.
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.